Improving personalized mobile health interventions for increasing physical activity
Optimizing Individualized and Adaptive mHealth Interventions via Control Systems Engineering Methods
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO · NIH-10875615
This study is looking for people aged 40 and older, especially those at risk for cancer, to try out a new mobile health program that gives personalized support to help them get more active and stick to their exercise goals.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (LA JOLLA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10875615 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing mobile health interventions to promote physical activity among individuals aged 40 and older, particularly those at risk for various cancers. The approach utilizes a unique method called control optimization trial (COT) to tailor interventions to each person's specific needs and behaviors. By continuously adjusting the intervention based on individual responses, the goal is to improve adherence to physical activity guidelines. Participants will engage with a digital platform that provides personalized support to help them increase their physical activity levels.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 40 and older who are currently inactive and at risk for developing certain cancers.
Not a fit: Patients who are already meeting physical activity guidelines or those under 40 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective strategies for increasing physical activity, thereby reducing the risk of several types of cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using adaptive interventions for health behavior change, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
LA JOLLA, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO — LA JOLLA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HEKLER, ERIC — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO
- Study coordinator: HEKLER, ERIC
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.
Conditions: Bladder Cancer, Breast Cancer, Cancer Prevention Intervention, Cancers, Chronic Disease