Project Grant 2212351

This four-year $686,879 project grant from the National Science Foundation's Computer and Information Science and Engineering program (CFDA 47.070) will support the development of novel closed-loop behavioral health interventions delivered through wearable and Internet of Things devices. Specifically, the researchers at Cornell University will create three types of wearable and IoT systems using different sensory modalities like vibration, airflow, and touch to provide just-in-time interventions for mental health issues like substance cravings, workplace stress, and social stress. The systems will monitor physiological signals to automatically trigger personalized interventions without requiring active user engagement. The project aims to produce open-source software, hardware designs, and datasets while collaborating with clinical partners to accelerate dissemination and commercialization opportunities. Funding began on September 1, 2022 and will continue through August 31, 2026.