Using wearable technology to improve eating habits through timely interventions
SCH: Wearable Sensing and Visual Analytics to Estimate Receptivity to Just-In-Time Interventions for Eating Behavior
['FUNDING_R01'] · PURDUE UNIVERSITY · NIH-10911895
This study is looking for adults who want to improve their eating habits by using wearable sensors to track their eating behaviors and surroundings, so researchers can find the best times to offer helpful tips for making healthier food choices.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | PURDUE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (WEST LAFAYETTE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10911895 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to address poor dietary habits among adults by developing a system that uses wearable sensors to collect real-time data on eating behaviors and environmental factors. By analyzing this data, the study seeks to identify when individuals are most receptive to interventions that encourage healthier eating choices. The approach involves advanced computational methods to process the collected information, making it easier to deliver personalized support at critical moments. Participants will help researchers understand the dynamics of their eating environments and behaviors, which can lead to more effective dietary interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over the age of 21 who are interested in improving their eating behaviors and are willing to use wearable technology.
Not a fit: Patients who are not interested in changing their dietary habits or who have severe dietary restrictions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to personalized interventions that significantly improve dietary habits and overall health for individuals.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research has shown promise in using technology to influence health behaviors, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
WEST LAFAYETTE, UNITED STATES
- PURDUE UNIVERSITY — WEST LAFAYETTE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ZHU, FENGQING MAGGIE — PURDUE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: ZHU, FENGQING MAGGIE
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 below.