Our digital Health Unit harnesses the power of cutting-edge technology and clinical research to create innovative solutions that improve health outcomes and expand access to care and clinical trials. We are at the forefront of exploring how digital tools, such as mobile apps, wearable devices and telemedicine, transform the way clinical trials are conducted and how patients engage with tier care.
We actively collaborate with academic researchers, healthcare innovators, and patients to build strong dynamic partnerships that fuel progress and innovation. From project conception through to data analysis, the Digital Health Unit provides comprehensive support every step of the way.
To assess the impact of an intervention of exertional oxygen therapy on health related quality of life, for individuals with fibrotic interstitial lung disease. Data from a wearable device will be continuously collected throughout the study.
Validation of a wearable multifunctional biosensing platform for sweat monitoring on healthy individuals.
Measuring environmental risk and reporting symptoms during days with poor air quality in participants with pulmonary fibrosis. Using the U of A made Ameya app to alert participants and collect information.
Using an Alberta made, participant friendly app to investigate how menstrual cycles affect people with Multiple Sclerosis.
A study using patient reported measures paired with data from a wearable device to inform disease progression of people with respiratory diseases.
The Digital Health Unit (DHU) supports the design of robust, digitally enabled clinical studies by incorporating tools such as wearable devices and mobile data collection. We provide expert guidance on selecting and integrating digital health technologies, including apps, wearables and telehealth platforms, to ensure seamless implementation within research protocols. Our team also assists with key startup activities, including regulatory submissions, data privacy considerations , and secure data collections strategies.
The DHU partners with early stage innovators to explore how digital health solutions can be validated through clinical research. We offer support for pilot testing, usability evaluations, and real-world validation, while also providing regulatory guidance. By facilitating connections with clinicians, researchers and patient communities, we help innovators refine their tools and accelerate their path to impact.
We leverage digital technologies to reduce barriers to participation in research and healthcare, particularly for populations that are remote or underserved. The DHU is committed to advancing patient-centered solutions that extend beyond clinical trials, enabling sustained engagement and improved access to care through thoughtfully developed digital tools.
Become part of a growing network that is reshaping the future of health. Whether you are a researcher looking for a digital tool to add to your protocol, an innovator developing the next breakthrough device, or a patient looking to expand access to your population, the Digital Health Unit can support you. We collaborate across many disciplines, and want to build smarter, more inclusive and technology driven healthcare together.
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