Using personal health data to improve diabetes management
Official title: Patient-generated health data connections to empower diabetes management success
Funded at University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh · NIH-11061089 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a helpful online tool called MPower Hub that aims to support adults with type 2 diabetes in managing their health by combining their glucose and activity data with their own reports on medication and habits, making it easier for them to set and reach personal health goals.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $282,971 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DK136788-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11061089 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are managing type 2 diabetes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have type 2 diabetes or are under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on helping adults with type 2 diabetes better manage their condition by utilizing a web-based platform called MPower Hub. The platform integrates real-time data from glucose and activity monitors with self-reported information about medication and self-management behaviors. It employs evidence-based techniques to motivate patients to set personal health goals and create actionable plans to achieve them. By visualizing their health data, patients can make informed decisions to improve their diabetes management.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower patients with diabetes to make healthier lifestyle choices and improve their overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that using technology and personal health data can significantly improve self-management in chronic conditions, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rosland, Ann-Marie — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Rosland, Ann-Marie
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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.