A wearable patch that continuously monitors opioid medication levels.
Wearable Continuous Drug Monitoring Device for Personal Medications in Opioid Use Disorders (CDM-MOUD)
This study is working on a simple and affordable patch that you can wear to keep track of your medication levels if you’re dealing with opioid use issues, so you can get real-time updates on how well your treatment is working.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Labsys, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Lansing, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11237209 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a low-cost wearable patch that continuously monitors medication levels for individuals with opioid use disorders. The patch uses a painless microneedle to collect data from interstitial fluid, which reflects blood concentrations of opioids. By integrating advanced sensor technology and wireless communication, the device will provide real-time insights into medication effectiveness, helping to improve treatment management. The research will also involve engaging with potential users to ensure the device meets their needs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with opioid use disorders who require continuous medication management.
Not a fit: Patients who are not using opioids or those with other substance use disorders unrelated to opioids may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved management of opioid use disorders through better monitoring of medication levels.
How similar studies have performed: Similar approaches in wearable health monitoring have shown promise, indicating potential for success in this novel application.
Where this research is happening
East Lansing, United States
- Labsys, LLC — East Lansing, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Huang, Yue — Labsys, LLC
- Study coordinator: Huang, Yue
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.