Using AI to enhance animal care and monitoring systems at Rutgers University
Harnessing the power of digital caging and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve animal welfare and husbandry operations at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
This study is all about making animal homes at Rutgers University better by using smart technology that keeps an eye on their health and living conditions, helping researchers and caretakers take even better care of them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rutgers, the State Univ of N.j. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Piscataway, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10986690 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on upgrading animal housing facilities at Rutgers University by implementing advanced digital caging systems equipped with artificial intelligence. The project aims to install Individually Ventilated Cages (IVC) that utilize machine learning to continuously monitor the health and environment of laboratory animals. By integrating sophisticated sensors, the system will track various factors such as animal activity, food and water availability, and environmental conditions, thereby improving overall animal welfare and operational efficiency. This innovative approach will provide real-time data to animal caretakers and researchers, facilitating better decision-making and care practices.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include researchers and institutions involved in animal studies, particularly those focused on laboratory animals like mice and rats.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in animal research or do not work with laboratory animals may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the welfare of laboratory animals and improve the efficiency of animal husbandry operations.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using technology and AI for animal monitoring, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Piscataway, United States
- Rutgers, the State Univ of N.j. — Piscataway, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Eswaraka, Jeetendra Reddy — Rutgers, the State Univ of N.j.
- Study coordinator: Eswaraka, Jeetendra Reddy
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.