Training engineers to improve acute and critical care technologies
Official title: Acute and Critical Care Engineering (ACCE) Training Program
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-11109528 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program helps engineering doctoral students learn how to create new medical tools that can quickly help doctors treat seriously ill patients in emergency situations, making sure their inventions are useful in real hospitals.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training 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 | June 1, 2023 |
| Project end | May 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $217,824 |
| NIH project number | 5T32EB032756-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11109528 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research are patients experiencing acute or critical medical conditions requiring immediate and effective technological interventions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with chronic conditions or those not requiring acute or critical care interventions may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This program trains engineering doctoral students to develop and enhance biomedical technologies specifically for acute and critical care settings. By focusing on the unique challenges faced in these high-pressure environments, the program equips students with the necessary skills to create innovative tools that can aid in the rapid diagnosis and treatment of severely ill patients. Trainees will engage in hands-on research and commercialization efforts, ensuring that their inventions are practical and effective for real-world clinical use. The program aims to bridge the gap between engineering and medicine, ultimately improving patient outcomes in critical situations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of advanced medical technologies that significantly improve the care and recovery of critically ill patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in engineering-focused medical training programs has shown promise in enhancing patient care through innovative technology development.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Oldham, Kenn R — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Oldham, Kenn R
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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.