NIH Study to Evaluate Wearable Sleep Trackers for Alzheimer's Prediction
Tuesday, 10 September 2024, 21:55
NIH Study Overview
The National Institutes of Health has awarded $3.9 million over five years to Joyita Dutta, a professor of biomedical engineering at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of wearable sleep trackers in predicting Alzheimer's disease.
Research Objectives
- Analyze sleep data collected from subjects.
- Identify patterns indicative of Alzheimer's risk.
- Enhance early detection methodologies.
Significance of Study
This research has the potential to transform how Alzheimer's disease is monitored and predicted, potentially leading to earlier interventions and improved patient outcomes.
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