MyCog Mobile Assessment for Memory Changes
Development and Validation of a Telehealth Strategy for Routine Detection of Cognitive Impairment in Primary Care: The MyCog Mobile Assessment
This project creates a user-friendly mobile assessment to help doctors routinely check for memory changes during your yearly health visit, especially for adults 65 and older.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11076214 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Many older adults experience memory changes, but these are often not noticed early enough by their doctors. Our goal is to make it easier for primary care doctors to find these changes during your annual wellness visit, even if you're connecting remotely through telemedicine. We are developing a new mobile assessment tool, called MyCog, that is designed to be simple for patients to use. This tool aims to be more precise and convenient than traditional paper tests, helping your doctor get a clearer picture of your cognitive health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This assessment is designed for adults aged 65 and older who are receiving their annual wellness visit in primary care settings.
Not a fit: Younger individuals or those not seeking routine cognitive screening during an annual wellness visit may not directly benefit from this specific assessment.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this mobile assessment could lead to earlier detection of cognitive decline, allowing for better care planning and support to maintain independence.
How similar studies have performed: While cognitive assessments are part of annual wellness visits, this project introduces a novel, user-centered, telemedicine-linked mobile strategy to improve detection accuracy and workflow.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nowinski, Cindy J. — Northwestern University
- Study coordinator: Nowinski, Cindy J.
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.