Momentum+ for Older Cancer Survivors: A mobile program to boost activity and reduce sitting
Official title: Momentum+ for Older Cancer Survivors: A Mobile Intervention to Reduce Sedentary Behavior and Enhance Physical Activity Using the Staircase Approach and Self-Determination Theory
Funded at Klein Buendel, INC. · NIH-11400630 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A new mobile program for older cancer survivors uses a stepwise plan and self-determination theory to help people move more and sit less, with support from wearables and caregiver partners.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Klein Buendel, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lakewood, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 30, 2026 |
| Project end | September 29, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $311,149 |
| NIH project number | 1R43DP006972-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11400630 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Older cancer survivors (typically aged 60+), with access to a mobile device and willingness to use a wearable activity tracker.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals not interested in using mobile apps or wearables, or those with conditions preventing safe physical activity, may not benefit.
What this research studies
This project develops a user-friendly mobile health solution designed for adults over 60 who have survived cancer. It combines a Fitbit data link, progressive activity plans, personalized prompts, weekly feedback, and caregiver support to encourage sustainable physical activity and reduce sedentary time. The app will be shaped by focus groups and usability testing to fit the needs of older users, including large fonts and easy navigation. The initiative will establish an expert advisory board to guide the development and ensure the program remains feasible for real-world use. As a Phase I SBIR effort, this work aims to create a scalable tool that could improve quality of life and health outcomes for older cancer survivors.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could help older cancer survivors be more active, feel better, and reduce health risks associated with inactivity.
How similar studies have gone: Previous mobile health approaches show promise, and this project builds on theory-driven, scalable designs tailored to older adults.
Where this research is happening
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Klein Buendel, INC.
Lakewood, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nuss, Kayla — Klein Buendel, INC.
- Study coordinator: Nuss, Kayla
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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.