Developing new technology for tracking nutrition intake
Minimally-invasive technology for personalized nutritional monitoring
This study is testing new devices that can help people keep track of what they eat and how their bodies respond to different foods, so if you're interested in personalized nutrition, especially if you have specific health needs, this could be for you!
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas Engineering Experiment Station NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (College Station, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10916381 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating innovative devices that can continuously monitor dietary intake and metabolite levels in the body. By using a combination of insertable optical sensors and wearable technology, the project aims to provide real-time data on how much of different macronutrients, like proteins and carbohydrates, are consumed. Healthy participants will consume specially designed meals while their blood and interstitial fluid samples are analyzed to establish a connection between food intake and metabolite levels. The ultimate goal is to enhance personalized nutrition, especially for individuals with specific health conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with diabetes, obesity, or those experiencing muscle loss due to aging.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have any dietary restrictions or metabolic conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective dietary management for patients with conditions like diabetes and obesity.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using wearable technology for health monitoring, but this specific approach is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
College Station, United States
- Texas Engineering Experiment Station — College Station, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcshane, Mike — Texas Engineering Experiment Station
- Study coordinator: Mcshane, Mike
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.