Creating a soft wearable device to improve lung function detection and asthma diagnosis
Official title: Development of an all-in-one soft wearable device for accurate lung function detection and asthma diagnosis
Funded at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai · NIH-10726175 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a simple-to-use wearable device that helps check lung function and makes it easier to diagnose asthma, so patients can get the right care without the hassle of complicated tests.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 22, 2023 |
| Project end | September 21, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $445,401 |
| NIH project number | 1R21EB034893-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10726175 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing asthma symptoms or those who have been diagnosed with asthma.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with other respiratory conditions that are not asthma may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a user-friendly wearable device that accurately detects lung function and aids in diagnosing asthma. Current methods for diagnosing asthma can be complicated and often lead to misdiagnosis due to their reliance on user effort and the variability of results. The new device is designed to simplify the testing process, making it easier for patients to use without extensive training or focus. By improving the accuracy of lung function measurements, this research seeks to enhance asthma diagnosis and treatment.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and timely asthma diagnoses, improving patient outcomes and treatment options.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in developing user-friendly diagnostic tools for respiratory conditions, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kim, Yun Soung — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Kim, Yun Soung
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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.