A mobile health platform for diagnosing ear infections in children
Official title: Remmie.ai a deep learning diagnostic engine for ear-nose throat disease
Funded at Remmie, INC. · NIH-11094901 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new mobile app called Remmie.ai that helps doctors quickly and accurately diagnose ear infections in young children, making it easier for families to get the care they need right from home.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Remmie, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bothell, United States) |
| Project start | December 1, 2022 |
| Project end | May 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,485,063 |
| NIH project number | 5R44DC020868-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11094901 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children under the age of six who are experiencing symptoms of ear infections.
✕Less likely to help
Patients over the age of six or those without symptoms of ear infections may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing Remmie.ai, a mobile health platform designed to improve the diagnosis of ear infections, particularly in children under six years old. By utilizing advanced artificial intelligence, the platform aims to facilitate real-time telemedicine visits, allowing healthcare providers to accurately assess and diagnose conditions like acute otitis media and otitis media with effusion. The project seeks to validate the effectiveness of this innovative approach, making it easier for families to access timely care without unnecessary delays. The methodology includes leveraging straightforward data points and imaging to enhance the diagnostic process.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide children with faster and more accurate diagnoses of ear infections, potentially reducing the risk of complications such as hearing loss.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success with AI-assisted diagnostic tools in various medical fields, indicating a promising potential for this novel approach in otolaryngology.
Where this research is happening
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Remmie, INC.
Bothell, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zhang, Jane — Remmie, INC.
- Study coordinator: Zhang, Jane
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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.