Using technology to improve suicide prevention practices in healthcare.
Official title: The Center for Accelerating Practices to End Suicide through Technology Translation (CAPES)
Funded at Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester · NIH-11056003 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to use technology to help doctors and healthcare workers spot and prevent suicide risk, making sure they have the best tools and strategies to support those in need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Worcester, United States) |
| Project start | April 5, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $3,202,112 |
| NIH project number | 5P50MH129701-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11056003 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals at risk of suicide or those receiving care in emergency and acute care settings.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not at risk of suicide or do not engage with healthcare services may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the use of technology to identify, monitor, and prevent suicide risk in healthcare settings. It aims to bridge the gap between research and clinical practice by developing effective strategies for implementing these technologies. The project involves collaboration among experts in various fields to ensure a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention. By engaging with diverse stakeholders, the research seeks to create sustainable changes in how healthcare providers address suicide risk.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective suicide prevention strategies in healthcare, ultimately saving lives.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using technology for suicide prevention, making this approach both innovative and grounded in prior successes.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester
Worcester, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Boudreaux, Edwin D — Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester
- Study coordinator: Boudreaux, Edwin D
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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.