Creating a smart telehealth system to monitor heart health in older adults
Official title: The Development of a Smart Telehealth ECG and Human Activity Monitoring System to Improve Cardiovascular health of Older Adults
Funded at Wichita State University · NIH-10439299 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new telehealth system that helps keep track of heart and physical activity for older adults, making it easier to spot any heart issues early while also making sure it's easy for them to use and understand.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R15 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wichita State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Wichita, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2022 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2022 |
| Award (this year) | $426,847 |
| NIH project number | 1R15AG077210-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10439299 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults who are at risk for cardiovascular diseases or have existing heart conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are younger or do not have any cardiovascular risk factors may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing an innovative telehealth system that allows for continuous monitoring of heart activity and physical activity in older adults. By utilizing advanced technologies such as inkjet printing and deep learning, the system aims to provide high-quality ECG signals and automated analysis to detect cardiac events early. The study also emphasizes understanding the preferences and needs of older adults to ensure the system is user-friendly and widely accepted. Ultimately, the goal is to enhance cardiovascular health and reduce the risks associated with heart diseases in this population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the early detection and management of cardiovascular diseases in older adults.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using telehealth technologies for monitoring heart health, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Wichita State University
Wichita, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lee, Yongkuk — Wichita State University
- Study coordinator: Lee, Yongkuk
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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.