Improving diabetes management with continuous glucose monitoring in diverse populations
Official title: Team Support to Improve Glycemic Control Using CGM in Diverse Populations (TEAM CGM)
Funded at Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester · NIH-11064823 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how using continuous glucose monitors, along with mobile health tools and support from community health workers, can help people from low-income, minority backgrounds with type 2 diabetes better manage their blood sugar levels without insulin.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Worcester, United States) |
| Project start | April 5, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $668,881 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DK133265-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11064823 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from low-income, minority backgrounds with type 2 diabetes who are not currently using insulin.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with type 1 diabetes or those already receiving insulin therapy may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) to enhance diabetes control among low-income, minority populations with type 2 diabetes who are not on insulin therapy. The study integrates CGM with mobile health tools and a team of community health workers and clinical pharmacists to provide personalized support and medication management. By evaluating the effectiveness of this approach, the research aims to improve glycemic control and reduce health disparities in diabetes care. Participants will receive tailored support to help them manage their blood sugar levels more effectively.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diabetes management and better health outcomes for patients in underserved communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that continuous glucose monitoring can significantly improve diabetes management, particularly in populations with limited access to traditional healthcare resources.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester
Worcester, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gerber, Ben Steven — Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester
- Study coordinator: Gerber, Ben Steven
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.