Developing digital health technologies and analytics for patient-centered care

Building and InnovatinG: Digital heAlth Technology and Analytics (BIGDATA)

['FUNDING_P30'] · UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM · NIH-10928416

This study is all about developing new digital tools, like apps and virtual reality, to help people with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases get better care and improve their health, while also making sure that everyone, no matter their background, can benefit from these advancements.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_P30']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorUNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM (nih funded)
Locations1 site (BIRMINGHAM, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10928416 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on creating and implementing innovative digital health tools, such as mobile apps and virtual reality applications, to improve patient care and health outcomes. It aims to utilize real-world evidence and advanced analytics to better understand and address rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases. The project includes a community engagement component to ensure that health equity is prioritized, making it relevant to diverse patient populations. By leveraging expertise in biostatistics and informatics, the research seeks to transform healthcare delivery in the 21st century.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases who are interested in using digital health technologies.

Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases may not receive any benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and more personalized care for patients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using digital health technologies to enhance patient engagement and outcomes, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially impactful.

Where this research is happening

BIRMINGHAM, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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