Developing tools for personalized health management using mobile technology
Official title: mDOT Administrative Core
Funded at University of Memphis · NIH-11035069 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about using cool mobile health tools, like wearables and apps, to help people with chronic diseases take charge of their health and make better lifestyle choices that fit their unique needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Memphis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Memphis, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2020 |
| Project end | November 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $429,834 |
| NIH project number | 5P41EB028242-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11035069 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with chronic diseases who are interested in using mobile technology to enhance their health management.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without chronic diseases or those who are not comfortable using mobile technology may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a new approach to healthcare that uses mobile health technologies to help individuals manage chronic diseases more effectively. By developing tools and methods that adapt to each person's unique circumstances, the project aims to empower patients to make healthier lifestyle choices. The initiative will produce wearable devices, smartphone applications, and a cloud system that can be easily accessed and utilized by patients and healthcare providers. The goal is to transform how healthcare is delivered by making it more personalized and responsive to individual needs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve how patients manage chronic diseases, leading to better health outcomes and quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using mobile health technologies for chronic disease management, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of Memphis
Memphis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kumar, Santosh — University of Memphis
- Study coordinator: Kumar, Santosh
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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.