A mobile app to improve autism care through AI
An active learning framework for adaptive autism healthcare
['FUNDING_R01'] · STANFORD UNIVERSITY · NIH-10925360
This study is testing a fun mobile app called Guess What that helps kids with autism, ages 0-11, learn social skills by mimicking emotions and interactions on a smartphone, making it easier for families to support their child's development at home.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | STANFORD UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (STANFORD, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10925360 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing an innovative mobile application called Guess What (GW) that uses artificial intelligence to enhance autism healthcare for children aged 0-11. The app engages children in social interactions by prompting them to imitate social and emotional cues displayed on a smartphone, while also tracking their developmental progress. By utilizing AI, the app aims to provide a more consistent and accessible approach to autism treatment, addressing the limitations of current care standards. The project seeks to create a solution that can be used outside of clinical settings, making it easier for families to access effective support.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with autism or are outside the age range of 0-11 may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide children with autism and their families a more effective and accessible way to improve social skills and developmental outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results using AI and mobile technology to support autism treatment, indicating a potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
STANFORD, UNITED STATES
- STANFORD UNIVERSITY — STANFORD, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: WALL, DENNIS PAUL — STANFORD UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: WALL, DENNIS PAUL
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.
Conditions: Autistic Disorder