Developing an easy-to-use child safety seat to reduce injuries
Modular Convertible Child Safety Seat to Improve Usage
This study is working on a new child safety seat that’s easier for parents to use correctly, so kids can be safer in the car during a crash.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Minnesota Healthsolutions Corporation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Paul, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10705029 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a new convertible child safety seat designed to improve the ease of use for parents and caregivers. The project aims to address the common issue of improper installation and usage of child safety seats, which can lead to serious injuries in the event of a car crash. By enhancing the visibility and usability of the safety seat's attachment points, the researchers hope to significantly increase the correct usage rates of these seats. An interdisciplinary team will design, build, and rigorously test a prototype to ensure it meets safety standards and effectively protects children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include parents and caregivers of children aged 0-11 years who use or plan to use child safety seats.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have children or do not use child safety seats may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a significant reduction in child injuries and fatalities related to motor vehicle accidents.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that improving the design and usability of safety devices can lead to better compliance and safety outcomes, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Saint Paul, United States
- Minnesota Healthsolutions Corporation — Saint Paul, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rydberg, Nick — Minnesota Healthsolutions Corporation
- Study coordinator: Rydberg, Nick
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.