A new system to control long-term oxygen therapy using a smartphone app
Official title: Automated Long-Term Oxygen Therapy Control System
Funded at Minnesota Healthsolutions Corporation · NIH-10929462 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a smartphone app that helps people who need long-term oxygen therapy get the right amount of oxygen while they’re active, making it easier for them to enjoy their daily activities without discomfort.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Minnesota Healthsolutions Corporation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Paul, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2021 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,254,816 |
| NIH project number | 5R44HL160356-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10929462 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with chronic respiratory conditions, such as COPD or asthma, who require long-term oxygen therapy.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not require oxygen therapy or have conditions unrelated to respiratory issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating an automated system that manages long-term oxygen therapy for patients using a smartphone application. The system aims to optimize oxygen delivery for patients during physical activities, reducing issues like low oxygen levels and discomfort. By integrating advanced algorithms, the project seeks to enhance the quality of life for individuals who rely on oxygen therapy, allowing them to engage more freely in daily activities. The development process includes designing and testing a prototype to ensure its effectiveness in real-world scenarios.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life for patients requiring long-term oxygen therapy by enabling better oxygen management.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using technology to enhance oxygen therapy, indicating that this approach could lead to meaningful advancements.
Where this research is happening
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Minnesota Healthsolutions Corporation
Saint Paul, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rydberg, Nick — Minnesota Healthsolutions Corporation
- Study coordinator: Rydberg, Nick
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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.