Using technology to help breast and endometrial cancer survivors increase their physical activity
Official title: Multi-site adaptive trial of a technology-based, EHR-integrated physical activity intervention in breast and endometrial cancer survivors
Funded at Northwestern University at Chicago · NIH-11135299 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how using smartphone apps and fitness trackers can help breast and endometrial cancer survivors get more active and stay healthy by providing personalized support and tracking their progress.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R37 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2019 |
| Project end | January 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $561,241 |
| NIH project number | 5R37CA225877-07 |
| Project ID | NIH-11135299 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are breast and endometrial cancer survivors who are currently not meeting the recommended physical activity guidelines.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not cancer survivors or those who already meet the physical activity recommendations may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how technology, such as smartphone apps and wearable activity monitors, can help breast and endometrial cancer survivors increase their physical activity levels. The approach involves integrating these tools into the survivors' electronic health records to provide personalized support and track progress. By gradually increasing physical activity goals, the program aims to address individual needs and improve overall health outcomes. The study seeks to make physical activity support more accessible and effective for cancer survivors.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and quality of life for breast and endometrial cancer survivors by helping them meet recommended physical activity levels.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that technology-based interventions can effectively increase physical activity in various populations, suggesting a promising approach for cancer survivors.
Where this research is happening
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Northwestern University at Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Phillips, Siobhan Marie — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Phillips, Siobhan 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.