Using mobile health technology to improve chronic disease management
Official title: mDOT TR&D3 (Translation): Translation of Temporally Precise mHealth via Efficient and Embeddable Privacy-aware Biomarker Implementations
Funded at University of Memphis · NIH-11035082 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about creating helpful mobile tools that use your smartphone and wearable devices to support you in managing chronic diseases, making it easier for you to make healthier choices and take charge of your health in a way that respects your privacy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Memphis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Memphis, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2020 |
| Project end | November 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $246,129 |
| NIH project number | 5P41EB028242-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11035082 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living with chronic diseases who are interested in using technology to help manage their health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with acute conditions or those who do not have access to mobile technology may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing innovative mobile health (mHealth) solutions that provide timely and personalized interventions for managing chronic diseases. By utilizing wearable devices and smartphone applications, the project aims to create tools that can adapt to an individual's unique health context, promoting healthier lifestyle choices. The research will also establish a cloud-based system to support these interventions, ensuring that they are accessible and user-friendly for patients. The goal is to empower individuals to take control of their health through technology that is both efficient and respectful of their privacy.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the ability of patients to manage their chronic conditions effectively and improve their overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in mobile health interventions has shown promising results in improving patient engagement and health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of Memphis
Memphis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ertin, Emre — University of Memphis
- Study coordinator: Ertin, Emre
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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.