Two Bouvé College researchers have received grants through Northeastern University’s Center for Research Innovation Spark Fund.
The CRI Spark Fund helps Northeastern researchers bridge the gap between promising lab results and demonstrating a commercially viable prototype. The CRI grants and programs catalyze state-of-the-art technologies, advancing Northeastern inventions through prototyping, validation, and industry input.
Bouvé College Spark Fund Awardees:
Aarti Sathyanarayana
Research: My Atlas
About: My Atlas employs multimodal digital phenotyping via passive sensing to offer personalized, context-aware suggestions aimed at quantifying and enhancing the mental health of undergraduate college students. Leveraging everyday data collected from smartphones and wearables, the application empowers users, providing valuable insights into their mental well-being. Through the tracking of aggregated features extracted from this data, such as sleep patterns, social interactions, and academic stress, My Atlas enhances self-awareness and mitigates mental health challenges. Additionally, the app delivers context-aware, personalized recommendations, customized to students’ lifestyles, offering straightforward opportunities for behavior change and ultimately fostering improved mental well-being.
Leanne Chukoskie
Research: Transforming Diabetes Care with Smart Technologies
About: Our project is at the cutting edge of diabetes management, focusing on the integration of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) and smartwatch technologies into a comprehensive and user-friendly mobile application. We are committed to transforming diabetes care by offering a platform that not only tracks essential health data but also engages users in a unique and interactive experience.
We’ve designed a sensor-driven game within the app that invites users to embark on a Hero’s journey, turning daily health management into an immersive adventure. Leveraging real-time data from fitness trackers and CGMs, the app delivers insights, ensuring that glucose monitoring is both current and convenient.
By fusing technology with gamification, our approach aims to motivate users toward proactive self-care and improved glucose control. With the potential for personalized predictions and feedback, our solution empowers individuals with diabetes to take charge of their health journey, paving the way for enhanced well-being and quality of life.
