Creating an AI tool to help people manage chronic conditions like multiple sclerosis.
Building and Validating Lifelong Self-Management Capacity with Advanced AI: MyMSMentor
This study is testing a friendly AI tool called MyMSMentor that helps people with multiple sclerosis manage their health by giving them personalized advice based on their daily lives and needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Champaign, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10803204 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop MyMSMentor, an advanced AI system designed to support individuals with chronic conditions, particularly multiple sclerosis, in managing their health. The AI will provide personalized, real-time guidance based on the user's daily life and health needs, helping them to better understand and manage their condition. By utilizing a Health Action Process Approach (HAPA), the system will adapt to the changing circumstances of users, ensuring that they receive relevant support throughout their lives. The goal is to enhance self-management capabilities and improve communication between patients and healthcare providers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals aged 21 and older who are living with chronic conditions such as multiple sclerosis.
Not a fit: Patients with acute conditions or those who do not have access to digital devices may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower patients to take control of their chronic conditions, leading to improved health outcomes and reduced healthcare costs.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using AI for chronic disease management, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Champaign, United States
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign — Champaign, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chiu, Chung-Yi — University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Study coordinator: Chiu, Chung-Yi
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.