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The Bone and Joint Institute 

The Bone and Joint Institute (BJI) is a catalyst for innovation in interdisciplinary musculoskeletal (MSK) research. Through collaboration and knowledge translation, the BJI and our members advance a shared vision of lifelong mobility through MSK health.

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 Photo Contest

May 30, 2025

The BJI is excited to invite you to share a photo that is a great representation of your research. We are... (Read the full article)


Bone and Joint Institute team connects artificial joint and dental implant experts

May 28, 2025

BJI Grand Challenge Interdisciplinary project on implants, corrosion drives Western research to improve... (Read the full article)


CASS 2025

April 24, 2025

A unique 3-day virtual event bringing together patient partners and trainees to foster learning,... (Read the full article)

What's on

Jun

5

BJI Summer Series: Wellness Day (WIRB 6111)

Jul

3

BJI Summer Series: 3MT and AI (WIRB 6111)

Jul

24

BJI Summer Series: Career Day (WIRB 6111)

Aug

21

BJI Summer Research Symposium (WIRB 3000)

Nov

7&8

Rethinking Implant Failures to Improve Patient Outcomes- Grand Challenge Event