Using silicone wristbands to monitor personal chemical exposure
Official title: Development of a Route of Exposure Model Using Silicone Wristbands as Personal Samplers
Funded at Myexposome, INC. · NIH-11043443 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing easy-to-wear silicone wristbands that help people keep track of the chemicals they come into contact with in their everyday lives, making it simple for anyone to monitor their exposure without needing special training.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Myexposome, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | March 1, 2024 |
| Project end | February 28, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,036,597 |
| NIH project number | 5R44ES033586-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11043443 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals concerned about chemical exposure in their daily lives, such as those living in urban areas or near industrial sites.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not exposed to environmental chemicals or who do not have concerns about chemical exposure may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing silicone wristbands as a practical tool for individuals to monitor their exposure to various environmental chemicals. The wristbands are designed to be easy to wear and require no special training or maintenance, making them accessible for everyday use. The project aims to address challenges such as high analysis costs and the complexity of interpreting chemical exposure data, ultimately making this technology available to consumers. By refining the analysis process and improving data communication, the research seeks to enhance personal environmental monitoring.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower patients to better understand and manage their exposure to harmful chemicals in their environment.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using silicone wristbands for environmental monitoring, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Myexposome, INC.
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: O'connell, Steven Gehrig — Myexposome, INC.
- Study coordinator: O'connell, Steven Gehrig
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.