Wearable bra technology to improve heart health in women
Official title: Bloomer Augmented Garment Platform-Barrier Removal for women in cArdiac rehab (BRA)
Funded at Bloomer Health Tech INC · NIH-10911167 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a special bra with sensors to help women easily join heart health programs, making it simpler for them to stay motivated and get the support they need to improve their heart health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Bloomer Health Tech INC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cambridge, United States) |
| Project start | August 21, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $933,816 |
| NIH project number | 5R44HL169065-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10911167 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adult women who are eligible for cardiac rehabilitation due to cardiovascular disease.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not women or those who do not have cardiovascular conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a wearable bra equipped with sensors to help women engage in cardiac rehabilitation, a crucial program for improving heart health. The project aims to address the significant barriers that prevent women from participating in these life-saving programs, which are often less accessible to them compared to men. By providing remote access to exercise routines and support, the research seeks to enhance adherence and motivation among women, ultimately leading to better cardiovascular outcomes. The approach includes continuous monitoring and feedback to encourage women throughout their rehabilitation journey.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve heart health outcomes for women by increasing their participation in cardiac rehabilitation programs.
How similar studies have gone: Similar approaches in wearable technology for health monitoring have shown promise, indicating potential success for this innovative method.
Where this research is happening
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Bloomer Health Tech INC
Cambridge, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chong, Alicia — Bloomer Health Tech INC
- Study coordinator: Chong, Alicia
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.