A wearable device to monitor air pollution triggers for asthma.
Official title: A Low-Cost Wearable Connected Health Device for Monitoring Environmental Pollution Triggers of Asthma in Communities with Health Disparities
Funded at Wi-Sense, LLC · NIH-10601615 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new, affordable wearable device that helps people with asthma, especially African-American adults, keep track of air pollution levels to better manage their condition and avoid triggers for asthma attacks.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wi-Sense, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Smyrna, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | September 14, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $291,896 |
| NIH project number | 1R43HL167300-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10601615 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are African-American adults aged 21 and older who have been diagnosed with asthma.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have asthma or are not part of the targeted demographic may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a low-cost wearable device that helps individuals monitor their exposure to environmental pollutants that can trigger asthma attacks. By utilizing a small sensor array, the device will track various air pollutants in real-time, empowering patients to manage their asthma more effectively. The project specifically targets African-American adults with diagnosed asthma, aiming to address health disparities linked to air pollution exposure. Participants will be involved in testing the device to ensure its effectiveness and usability.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients with a valuable tool for managing their asthma by identifying and avoiding environmental triggers.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using wearable technology for health monitoring, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Wi-Sense, LLC
Smyrna, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Naishadham, Krishna — Wi-Sense, LLC
- Study coordinator: Naishadham, Krishna
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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.