A device to help COPD patients use their oxygen therapy correctly
Official title: Respiratory Oxygen Adherence Monitor for COPD Patients
Funded at Barron Associates, INC. · NIH-10906913 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new device called the ROAM system that helps people with COPD stick to their oxygen therapy by tracking how often they use it and giving them helpful feedback, so they can feel better and stay healthier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Barron Associates, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charlottesville, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2019 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $914,107 |
| NIH project number | 5R44HL147667-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10906913 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who are prescribed long-term oxygen therapy.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have COPD or those who are not prescribed long-term oxygen therapy may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The Respiratory Oxygen Adherence Monitor (ROAM) system aims to improve adherence to long-term oxygen therapy (LTOT) for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This innovative device will accurately track whether patients are using their oxygen therapy as prescribed, providing real-time feedback on their usage patterns. By addressing the common issue of non-adherence, the ROAM system seeks to enhance the effectiveness of oxygen therapy, ultimately leading to better health outcomes for patients. The research involves developing and testing this monitoring technology to ensure it meets the needs of COPD patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the health and quality of life for COPD patients by ensuring they receive the full benefits of their oxygen therapy.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using technology to monitor patient adherence in various health conditions, suggesting that this approach could be effective for COPD as well.
Where this research is happening
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Barron Associates, INC.
Charlottesville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Krepkovich, Eileen T. — Barron Associates, INC.
- Study coordinator: Krepkovich, Eileen T.
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.