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The Bone and Joint Institute 

The Bone and Joint Institute advances musculoskeletal research into real-world solutions that prevent disease, restore function, and extend mobility for life.

332

members, including 140 faculty, 116 trainees, and 76 partners, collaborators and staff

 

5

Western faculties represented through our members

 

396

MSK papers published in 2023

(9.4% among the top 10%, and 2.4% among the top 1% of most cited publications in Web of Science)

Our members

The BJI brings together over 300 faculty members from across Western to foster collaborative research and grow the MSK community.

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Research & innovation

The BJI catalyzes interdisciplinary collaboration and research excellence towards eliminating the tremendous personal and societal costs from musculoskeletal conditions.

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Funding opportunities

We offer funding opportunities to members, MSK experts and trainees, to support innovation and interdisciplinary research in MSK health.

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Training

The BJI supports several training opportunities for undergrad and grad students, PhDs and clinicians in training.

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News


BJI Grad Recognized as one of London's Top 20 under 40

January 13, 2026

Melina Rodrigues Bellini (PhD ’20 and BJI/CMHR Grad), a science communicator at... (Read the full article)


Tribute to Frank Beier 1965-2025

January 08, 2026

A lovely tribute to BJI member Frank Beier, published by Osetoarthritis and Cartilage. (Read the full article)


CTV Top News Stories for 2025 highlights work by Dr. Trevor Birmingham

January 05, 2026

BJI Research by Dr. Trevor Birmingham was identified as one of the top 10 CTV stories for 2025. (Read the full article)

What's on

January

28

BJI Imaging Platform Event (WIRB 1110)

Feb

10

CMHR Ivey Workshop #2

Mar

10

CMHR Ivey Workshop #3