Improving HIV treatment adherence with a mobile app
Dissemination of the WiseApp for Improving Health Outcomes Across Settings
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES · NIH-10906839
This study is testing a helpful app called WiseApp, along with a smart pill box, to make it easier for people living with HIV, especially from minority backgrounds, to stick to their medication routine and stay healthy.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10906839 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) among individuals living with HIV, particularly within racial and ethnic minority populations. The project utilizes a mobile application called WiseApp, which is integrated with a smart pill box to help users monitor their medication intake in real-time. By engaging patients through this innovative technology, the research aims to improve health outcomes and ensure better viral suppression. The effectiveness of this approach is currently being evaluated in a randomized controlled trial in New York City.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV, especially those from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or those who are already achieving optimal adherence to ART may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve medication adherence and health outcomes for individuals living with HIV.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using mobile health technologies to improve medication adherence, indicating a potential for success with this approach.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SCHNALL, REBECCA — COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES
- Study coordinator: SCHNALL, REBECCA
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.