Continuous monitoring of immune-related biochemical parameters using wearable technology
Continuous metabolite and protein profiling for immune monitoring
This study is working on new wearable and implantable devices that can keep track of important markers related to your immune health, helping to provide real-time information for better diagnosis and management of immune-related conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas Engineering Experiment Station NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (College Station, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10913368 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing innovative wearable and implantable devices that can continuously measure biochemical markers related to immune health. By addressing the challenges of current biosensing methods, the project aims to provide real-time data on immune-related diseases, which is crucial for personalized medicine. The approach involves utilizing advanced bioelectronics to monitor changes in cytokine levels in body fluids over extended periods, overcoming the limitations of traditional diagnostic methods that are not suitable for continuous monitoring. This could lead to more accurate diagnoses and better management of immune-related conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with immune-related diseases who require continuous monitoring of their biochemical parameters.
Not a fit: Patients without immune-related conditions or those who do not require continuous monitoring may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnosis and management of immune-related diseases through real-time monitoring.
How similar studies have performed: While continuous monitoring of biochemical parameters is a novel approach, recent advances in bioelectronics suggest potential for success in this area.
Where this research is happening
College Station, United States
- Texas Engineering Experiment Station — College Station, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tian, Limei — Texas Engineering Experiment Station
- Study coordinator: Tian, Limei
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.