Cerebral microvascular dysfunction, reaction time, and fall risk
- Research team: Huimahn Choi, MD
- Funding sponsor: Maria C. and Christopher J. Pappas Family Distinguished Chair in Nursing
- Overview: This study evaluates how cerebral microvascular dysfunction affects reaction time, gait stability, and fall risk in older adults. Using a task-based fMRI to measure neurovascular coupling, combined with Smart Apartment sensor and video-based gait analysis, the study will link brain microvascular health with real-world mobility patterns. Findings aim to identify physiological contributors to falls and support development of early detection markers for at-risk individuals.
- Budget: $10,000
- Project period: Sept. 1, 2025 – Aug. 31, 2026
Utilizing Smart Apartment Technology to Identify Physiological and Behavioral Markers of Unexplained Falls in Older Adults
- Research team: Sarah Wall, MSN, MBA, AGACNP-BC
- Funding sponsor: Maria C. and Christopher J. Pappas Family Distinguished Chair in Nursing
- Overview: This study examines how a monitored Smart Apartment environment can help uncover physiological and behavioral patterns linked to unexplained falls in older adults. By tracking vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen saturation alongside daily activity patterns, the study aims to identify markers that may signal elevated fall risk.
- Budget: $5,000
- Project period: Sept. 1, 2025 – Aug. 31, 2026
