A device to prevent sudden unexpected death in epilepsy.
A Device to Prevent Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP)
['FUNDING_SBIR_2'] · SOTERYA, INC. · NIH-11007633
This study is testing a smart mattress called Korus that helps keep people with epilepsy safe by automatically turning them if they are in a risky position, which could help prevent Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP).
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_SBIR_2'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | SOTERYA, INC. (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CAMBRIDGE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11007633 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a smart mattress designed to prevent Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP), which is a significant risk for both children and adults with epilepsy. The mattress, named Korus, will utilize advanced sensors to detect when a patient is in a prone position and autonomously reposition them to a safer recovery position. The technology aims to intervene quickly, within a critical three-minute window, to potentially save lives. The project includes creating a simulation environment to enhance the mattress's functionality and effectiveness.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children and adults diagnosed with epilepsy who are at risk for SUDEP.
Not a fit: Patients without epilepsy or those who do not experience seizures may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the risk of SUDEP in patients with epilepsy.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of using a smart mattress for this purpose is innovative, similar interventions in monitoring and repositioning patients have shown promise in other medical contexts.
Where this research is happening
CAMBRIDGE, UNITED STATES
- SOTERYA, INC. — CAMBRIDGE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: BANSAL, PRANAV — SOTERYA, INC.
- Study coordinator: BANSAL, PRANAV
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 below.