Creating a wearable device to detect opioid overdoses
Official title: Developing a wearable medical device to detect opioid overdose
Funded at Resilient Lifescience, INC. · NIH-10908083 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new wearable device that helps keep an eye on your health to spot signs of an opioid overdose, so it can alert caregivers or emergency services quickly to help save lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Resilient Lifescience, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 15, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $399,589 |
| NIH project number | 1R44DA060643-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10908083 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are at risk of opioid overdose, including those with a history of opioid use or dependency.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not use opioids or are not at risk of overdose may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a wearable medical device designed to monitor physiological signals that may indicate an opioid overdose. The device will utilize advanced algorithms and sensors, such as accelerometers, to detect changes in the user's condition in real-time. By continuously tracking vital signs and other indicators, the device aims to provide timely alerts to caregivers or emergency services, potentially saving lives. The approach emphasizes user-friendliness and accessibility, making it suitable for individuals at risk of opioid overdose.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a life-saving device that detects opioid overdoses early and alerts responders.
How similar studies have gone: While wearable devices for health monitoring are becoming more common, the specific application for detecting opioid overdoses is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
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Resilient Lifescience, INC.
Pittsburgh, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Holden, Bradford a — Resilient Lifescience, INC.
- Study coordinator: Holden, Bradford a
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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.