Recruitment for several research studies led by UNC Geriatrics faculty is currently underway. Learn more about each one below:
BANDPASS
BandPass is a remote monitoring system for sarcopenia and functional decline. This study is recruiting English speaking individuals age 65+ who are at risk for sarcopenia or frailty and willing to use the BandPass device and complete exercises. Email aging_research@unc.edu for more info.
FOR HOME Study
This study is a novel framework for optimizing rural post-discharge care to home. The team is recruiting dyads (older adult + caregiver). Rural participants are preferred. To learn more, contact Dr. Hillary Spangler.
INSIDE-CGM Study
The INSIDE-CGM (Integrating New Skills Into Diabetes Education with Continuous Glucose Monitoring) study is designed to learn about what adults 65+ need to learn how to use CGM. Funded by the American Diabetes Association, this study seeks to learn how to best support adults 65+ with diabetes to use evidence-based technology as part of their self-management regimens. Learn more about the INSIDE-CGM Study.
THRIVING Study
This study seeks to help understand safe and healthy weight loss. According to previous research, technology use can help older adults lose weight and improve physical function while decreasing the burden of in-person visits. Specific goals are:
- Improving the health and well-being of older adults
- Promoting safe weight loss, improve physical function, and improve overall quality of life
Learn more on the the THRIVING Study page.