July 14th, 2025
Categories: Applications, Software, Visualization, Visual Analytics, Human Computer Interaction (HCI), Data Science
We present the development, architecture, and features of a new multi-device mHealth software platform to support near real-time remote monitoring of metabolic health and timely intervention in the treatment and survivorship of cancer patients. Our platform, mEnergy, leverages a human-centered design process, and integrates in a unified, web-based framework consumer-grade hardware - Fitbit wearable sensor devices, smartphones, and Withings smart scales. mEnergy can aid oncologists in identifying early indicators of muscle-wasting (sarcopenia) due to sleep disturbance, insufficient weight recovery, or reduced/limited activity. The platform aims for a smooth transition into clinical practice and increased adherence to evidence-based recommendations, in particular in underserved geographical areas. This toxicity-surveillance approach based on mHealth technologies can improve treatment outcomes, quality of life, and survivorship.
Nipu, N., Wentzel, A., Molaei, N. H., Sangi, N., Zhang, X., Canahuate, G., Fuller, C. D., Marai, G. E., mEnergy: Development of a Novel mHealth Multi-device Platform for Near Real-time Remote Assessment of Energy Disorders, The 47th Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (EMBC) 2025, Copenhagen, Denmark, pp. 1 - 7, July 14th, 2025. https://embc.embs.org/2025/