Preventing diabetes in Latinos using smartphone technology and videos
Official title: Diabetes prevention intervention for Latinos combining smartphone continuous glucose monitoring and narrative video clips
Funded at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles · NIH-11140705 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is exploring a new way to help Latino communities prevent diabetes by using smartphone technology to track blood sugar levels and sharing inspiring videos that provide helpful tips and motivation for staying healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Hospital of Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $865,599 |
| NIH project number | 3P50MD017344-04S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11140705 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Latino individuals at risk of developing diabetes who are willing to engage with smartphone technology.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not Latino or those who do not have access to smartphones may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates a novel approach to prevent diabetes among Latino populations by utilizing smartphone continuous glucose monitoring alongside narrative video clips. Participants will engage with technology that tracks their glucose levels in real-time, while also receiving motivational and educational content through videos. The goal is to empower patients with information and tools to manage their health proactively. By combining technology with storytelling, the research aims to enhance understanding and adherence to diabetes prevention strategies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the risk of diabetes in Latino communities by providing effective monitoring and education tools.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using technology for diabetes management, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Children's Hospital of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Goran, Michael Isaac — Children's Hospital of Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Goran, Michael Isaac
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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.