Using continuous glucose monitoring and data sharing to help older adults with type 1 diabetes and their caregivers.
Official title: Share plus: Continuous Glucose Monitoring with Data Sharing in Older Adults with T1D and Their Care Partners
Funded at University of Utah · NIH-11043437 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is for older adults with type 1 diabetes and is testing a new way to help them manage their blood sugar levels better by using a continuous glucose monitor and a sharing app, so they and their caregivers can keep an eye on their health together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project start | March 1, 2023 |
| Project end | February 28, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $277,200 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DK133270-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11043437 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults diagnosed with type 1 diabetes who have a care partner involved in their diabetes management.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have type 1 diabetes or those without a care partner may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on older adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D) who are at risk for dangerous blood sugar levels. It aims to improve their health outcomes by utilizing continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology combined with a data-sharing app that allows both the patient and their care partner to monitor glucose levels in real-time. The study will provide training on how to effectively use this technology and communicate about glucose management, with the goal of preventing severe health issues related to blood sugar fluctuations. By enhancing the partnership between patients and their caregivers, the research seeks to optimize diabetes management.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve blood sugar control and reduce the risk of serious health complications for older adults with type 1 diabetes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that continuous glucose monitoring and data-sharing technologies can improve diabetes management, indicating a promising approach in this area.
Where this research is happening
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University of Utah
Salt Lake City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Allen, Nancy Ann — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Allen, Nancy Ann
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.