Mi Sleep Coach: A digital helper to improve sleep for adults with cancer
Official title: Mi Sleep Coach App for Cancer-Related Insomnia
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-11295812 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A smartphone app helps adults with cancer-related insomnia sleep better using a survivor-centered digital coaching approach.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | August 14, 2026 |
| Project end | July 31, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $785,278 |
| NIH project number | 1R01CA295935-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11295812 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Adults 21+ with cancer and sleep disturbances who have access to a mobile device or computer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without access to or comfort using mobile or internet-based tools may not benefit.
What this research studies
Many cancer survivors struggle with sleep, and this project tests a mobile dCBT-I tool designed specifically for survivors. The app uses a human-like AI coach to support motivation, adaptive reminders, and behavioral strategies to improve sleep on a practical daily basis. Participants would use the app over several weeks, with digital feedback and follow-up to track sleep outcomes and adherence. If successful, the approach could expand access to proven sleep therapy without needing in-person visits.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, patients could experience better sleep with a convenient, accessible digital tool.
How similar studies have gone: Digital sleep therapies have shown promise, but this app is tailored for cancer survivors and includes a unique human-digital agent interaction.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Arring, Noel M — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Arring, Noel M
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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.