ORL

The Orthopaedic Research Laboratories (ORL) is a consortium encompassing the molecular, cellular, physiologic, bio-engineering, and pre-clinical imaging research of the faculty of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Michigan.

Each faculty member in the ORL maintains an independent research laboratory and also shares an extensive collaborative space with cutting-edge research equipment and resources. The environment provided by faculty, staff, and trainees composed of biologists, engineers, and clinicians catalyzes joint research programs focused on improving the treatment or prevention of musculoskeletal disorders and diseases.

Facilities and Resources The ORL is housed in the  A. Alfred Taubman Biomedical Science Research Building on the campus of the UM Medical School. The facilities and resources in the ORL make it one of the world's leading centers for musculoskeletal research.

The facilities and resources include:

• Advanced microscopy and in vivo fluorescent imaging systems
• Biomechanics and motion capture facilities
• Bone and connective tissue mechanical properties testing equipment
• Cell culture and imaging facilities
• Engineering and fabrication facilities
• Histology and tissue embedding and processing facilities
• Micro- and nano-CT imaging systems
• Molecular biology equipment
• X-ray and fluoroscopy equipment