A technology to accurately assess eating habits in everyday life.
EAT: A Reliable Eating Assessment Technology for Free-living Individuals.
['FUNDING_R01'] · NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO · NIH-10907464
This study is testing a new way to help people understand their eating habits by using wearable cameras that automatically take pictures of what they eat, so they can get more accurate information about their diet without having to remember or report it themselves.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHICAGO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10907464 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a reliable technology to assess eating behaviors in free-living individuals. By utilizing wearable cameras and advanced machine learning algorithms, the project aims to automatically detect and analyze eating activities without relying on self-reports, which can often be inaccurate. The technology will capture images of food consumption, allowing for a more objective evaluation of dietary intake and patterns. This approach seeks to provide real-time insights into eating behaviors, which could lead to better dietary interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are interested in monitoring their eating habits and may be struggling with issues related to obesity or chronic diseases.
Not a fit: Patients who have no interest in changing their eating behaviors or those with severe cognitive impairments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate dietary assessments, helping patients make informed lifestyle changes to improve their health.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using wearable technology for health monitoring, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
CHICAGO, UNITED STATES
- NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO — CHICAGO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ALSHURAFA, NABIL — NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO
- Study coordinator: ALSHURAFA, NABIL
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.