Improving diabetes management for underserved patients using a mobile app and nurse support
Official title: Improving glycemic control among underserved patients with insulin-treated type 2 diabetes through nurse-led, app-based behavioral intervention
Funded at Indiana University Indianapolis · NIH-10891383 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a helpful app and support from nurses to make it easier for people with type 2 diabetes who use insulin to manage their blood sugar and stay healthy, especially for those who might not have many resources or feel unsure about their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Indiana University Indianapolis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Indianapolis, United States) |
| Project start | July 20, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $162,349 |
| NIH project number | 5K99NR020377-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10891383 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults with insulin-treated type 2 diabetes who come from low socioeconomic backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have type 2 diabetes or those who are not insulin-dependent may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing glycemic control in underserved patients with insulin-treated type 2 diabetes by implementing a nurse-led, app-based behavioral intervention. The approach addresses barriers to effective disease self-management, such as limited resources and low health literacy, by utilizing health information technology to support patients in tracking their diabetes and communicating with healthcare providers. The intervention aims to create a supportive environment that encourages timely adjustments to therapy and improves overall health outcomes for participants.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better diabetes management and improved health outcomes for underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that technology-supported behavioral interventions can effectively improve diabetes management, particularly in underserved populations.
Where this research is happening
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Indiana University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chen, Helen Nai-Chi — Indiana University Indianapolis
- Study coordinator: Chen, Helen Nai-Chi
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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.