A Fun Digital Tool to Help Children Wash Hands Better
Interactive Hand Hygiene Trainer for School-Age Children
This project is creating an engaging digital game called Bubble Beats to teach school-age children how to wash their hands effectively and consistently, helping to prevent common illnesses.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Indelible Learning, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Palos Verdes Estates, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11135545 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
We know that proper hand washing is a powerful way to stop the spread of germs that cause stomach bugs and colds, but it's often hard for children to learn and remember. This project is developing an interactive digital trainer that uses 3D visuals to show children exactly where germs hide on their hands and how to scrub them away. The goal is to make learning fun and provide immediate feedback, encouraging children to practice regularly and develop lasting healthy habits.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This program is designed for school-age children, typically between 0-11 years old, who could benefit from improved hand hygiene practices.
Not a fit: Adults or those not directly involved in learning hand hygiene through this specific digital trainer would not directly benefit from this particular program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this trainer could significantly reduce the spread of airway and gastrointestinal infections among children, leading to fewer sick days and healthier communities.
How similar studies have performed: While the overall concept of hand hygiene education is established, this project builds on a successfully developed prototype for an innovative, engaging digital trainer.
Where this research is happening
Palos Verdes Estates, United States
- Indelible Learning, INC. — Palos Verdes Estates, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Criley, Jasminka — Indelible Learning, INC.
- Study coordinator: Criley, Jasminka
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.