Using mobile health technology to help heart failure patients increase their activity levels
Official title: MObile health interVention to INcrease activity in Heart Failure (MOVIN-HF)
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-11063200 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is exploring how mobile health tools can help people with heart failure make healthier lifestyle choices, giving them personalized support right on their phones to better manage their condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| 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 | April 10, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $183,184 |
| NIH project number | 5K23HL168220-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11063200 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are living with chronic cardiovascular diseases, particularly heart failure.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with acute cardiovascular conditions or those who are not able to engage with mobile health technologies may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to utilize mobile health (mHealth) technologies to provide personalized lifestyle interventions for patients with chronic cardiovascular diseases, particularly heart failure. By focusing on behavioral health and user-centered design, the project seeks to empower patients to manage their condition more effectively through tailored support delivered via mobile devices. The approach includes training in behavioral health theory and mHealth study design, ensuring that interventions are both effective and user-friendly. The research will be conducted at the University of Michigan, leveraging a collaborative environment with expert mentorship.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the ability of heart failure patients to manage their condition and enhance their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results using mobile health interventions for chronic disease management, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Golbus, Jessica Rachel — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Golbus, Jessica Rachel
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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.