Using mobile health technology to improve care for chronic diseases
mHealth Center for Discovery, Optimization, and Translation of Temporally-Precise Interventions (mDOT)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS · NIH-11035068
This study is all about using mobile apps and sensors to help people with chronic diseases manage their health better by giving them personalized tips and support when they need it, making it easier to eat healthier and stay active.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (MEMPHIS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11035068 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the management of chronic diseases through mobile health (mHealth) technologies. It aims to develop and optimize interventions that provide personalized health information and support at the right moments, leveraging mobile sensors and applications. By integrating passive monitoring into daily life, the project seeks to encourage healthier behaviors such as improved diet and increased physical activity. The mDOT Center will create tools and methods that researchers can use to implement these interventions effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with chronic diseases who are looking for innovative ways to manage their health through technology.
Not a fit: Patients with acute conditions or those who do not use mobile technology may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective management of chronic diseases, ultimately improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using mobile health interventions to improve chronic disease management, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
MEMPHIS, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS — MEMPHIS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KUMAR, SANTOSH — UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS
- Study coordinator: KUMAR, SANTOSH
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.
Conditions: burden of chronic disease, burden of disease