Analyzing Parkinson's disease through advanced data techniques and sensors
The Advanced Analytics Research Core will support all four Research Projects at the University of Rochester Udall Center
This study is looking to improve how we understand and treat Parkinson's disease by using smartphones and wearable devices to gather information from both people with Parkinson's and healthy volunteers over two years.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10459488 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the understanding of Parkinson's disease (PD) by combining traditional clinical assessments with innovative sensor technologies. Patients with PD and healthy individuals will participate in a series of evaluations using smartphones, wearable devices, and other sensors over two years. The goal is to analyze large datasets to improve diagnosis and treatment strategies for PD. By integrating deep biostatistical expertise with cutting-edge computational science, the research aims to uncover new insights into the disease.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's disease as well as healthy individuals for comparative analysis.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to Parkinson's disease or those who are unable to participate in the required assessments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic tools and treatment strategies for patients with Parkinson's disease.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using sensor technologies for health monitoring, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- University of Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcdermott, Michael P — University of Rochester
- Study coordinator: Mcdermott, Michael P
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.