Creating a mobile health platform to monitor health behaviors in young children with Down syndrome
Development of a Novel mHealth Platform to Track Health Behaviors of Young Children with Down Syndrome
This study is creating a friendly mobile app to help parents keep track of healthy habits in young children with Down syndrome, so they can share important information with doctors and work together to prevent obesity and promote healthier lifestyles.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10569215 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a mobile health platform called EACH DS that will help track the health behaviors of young children with Down syndrome. By engaging caregivers, the platform will allow them to monitor behaviors linked to weight gain and share this information securely with healthcare providers. The goal is to identify specific risk factors for obesity in this population and to inform personalized treatment plans that promote healthier lifestyles. The project will utilize an iterative design process, incorporating feedback from both caregivers and clinicians to ensure the platform meets their needs effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young children aged 0-11 years diagnosed with Down syndrome.
Not a fit: Patients who are older than 11 years or do not have Down syndrome may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced obesity rates among children with Down syndrome.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using mobile health platforms for tracking health behaviors in various populations, indicating potential for this approach in children with Down syndrome.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Caldwell, Angela Renee — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Caldwell, Angela Renee
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.