Wearable sensors to track medication adherence for opioid use disorder
MINDER: Wearable sensor-based detection of digital biomarkers of adherence to medications for opioid use disorder
This study is testing a new wearable device called MINDER that helps people with opioid use disorder, like those taking buprenorphine, by tracking their medication use in real-time, making it easier for them and their doctors to stay on top of their treatment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Worcester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11094048 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a wearable sensor system called MINDER that continuously monitors physiological changes to detect adherence to medications for opioid use disorder, specifically buprenorphine. The system includes a custom upper arm band that records data, a mobile app for users, and a portal for clinicians. By utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms, the MINDER system seeks to provide real-time insights into medication ingestion, overcoming limitations of current adherence tracking methods. The goal is to deploy this technology in real-world treatment settings to assess its usability and effectiveness.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with opioid use disorder who are prescribed buprenorphine as part of their treatment plan.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing treatment for opioid use disorder or those not prescribed buprenorphine may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved adherence to opioid use disorder medications, reducing the risk of relapse and enhancing patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using wearable technology and AI for monitoring medication adherence, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Worcester, United States
- Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester — Worcester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carreiro, Stephanie P — Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester
- Study coordinator: Carreiro, Stephanie P
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.