Our goal is to develop a comprehensive self-management program for chronic headache sufferersthan can be implemented effectively without therapist intervention. The program will includecomponents of clinic-based and minimal therapist contact interventions that have been demonstratedto be effective… More

We will develop a computerized system for dietitians or other qualified health care professionals tdeveloping, implementing, and tracking nutrition and exercise interventions for modifying obesity anhypercholesterolemia. The computer-assisted nutrition and exercise program for professionals (CANE-Pa… More

We will develop a computerized self- management program for hypertension. The computer-assisted nutexercise program for hypertension (CANE-H) will incorporate a hand-held computer (HHC) for structuriand a set of written support materials. The product will be unique because it incorporates the… More

This project will develop a computerized self-monitoring system (CSMS) for use in clinical andresearch settings. The product will be a toolkit that will allow behavioral scientists with no programmingexperience to develop and implement a broad range of customized self-monitoring protocols. The… More

We will develop a computerized program for scheduling the use of nicotine gum. The program will woassessing a baseline smoking pattern and then prompting users when and how long to use nicotine gum.durations will be decreased and inter-gum intervals will be gradually increased until abstinence… More

Not Available The objective of the proposed work is to develop Lattice Block Material (LBM) as a cost effective fabrication technology for ultra-light steel structures. Specifically, JAMCORP proposes to develop manufacturing methods for producing LBM with densities less than 50% that of the bulk… More

Not Available Cements currently used to bond rubber to metal and rubber to rubber contain large amounts of hazardous volatile organic compounds (VOCs), including methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), toluene, and methyl isobutyl ketone (MIBK). These adhesives are essential to the bonding of gaskets, door… More

Not Available A set of advanced broadband processing algorithms and a broadband classifier are being proposed for clutter rejection and detection/classification of weak targets in sonobuoy returns. Novel algorithms for the harsh shallow water acoustic environment are needed since the threat model… More

Not Available The current performance requirements for Naval Surface Fire Support place performance demands on the projectile far beyond what the current projectile/gun combination, or any evolutionary improvements thereto, can provide. A revolutionary approach is required. PMS-429 has taken a… More

Not Available The proposed SBIR project, at the end of Phase II, will deliver a beta version of a graphical (GUI based) assembly, deployment, and control environment for different types of agents that could be developed in Java. This environment will be developed such that non sophisticated… More

Not Available NASA has identified the need to reduce spacecraft electrostatic discharges (ESD) while concurrently reducing spacecraft solar thermal load. Thus there is a need for improved low alpha electrically conductive coatings. AZ Technology proposes to design, test and demonstrate a prototype… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): The overall goal of this project is to develop and evaluate a computerized dosing program to facilitate the effective use of nicotine nasal spray for smoking cessation. During Phase I, a prototype program was developed that determined an… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by investigator): The overall goal of this project is to continue development and evaluation of a self-help behavioral smoking reduction program for chronic smokers. The program, LifeSign for Smoking Reduction (LS-SR), is targeted to chronic smokers who… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by investigator): The overall goal of this project is to continue development and evaluation of a self-help behavioral smoking reduction program for chronic smokers. The program, LifeSign for Smoking Reduction (LS-SR), is targeted to chronic smokers who… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): The overall goal of this project is to develop and evaluate a computerized dosing program to facilitate the effective use of nicotine nasal spray for smoking cessation. During Phase I, a prototype program was developed that determined an… More

DESCRIPTION (Provided by applicant): The primary goal of the project is to redesign a self-help tobacco cessation program for use with adolescent smokeless tobacco (ST) users. The program utilizes a hand-held computer, which prompts users through a scheduled taper while… More

The current application proposes development and feasibility testing of the Tobacco Free High Schools program. The final product will be a set of lesson plans based on marketing concepts which will direct a high school marketing class in developing, implementing, and evaluating their own tobacco… More

DESCRIPTION: (provided by applicant): The overall goal of this project is to develop a computerized dietary monitoring program, which is sufficiently comprehensive, flexible, and accurate to be utilized for dietary research and in clinical settings. The Dietary Research Monitoring System (DRMS) to… More

DESCRIPTION (Verbatim from the Applicant's Abstract): The overall goal of this project is to develop a computerized field evaluation system to monitor medication compliance and assess side effects and symptomatology during clinical drug trials (Medication Monitoring… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by investigator): The purpose of this Phase I project is to develop and test the feasibility of a community-based automated smoking assessment (CASA) system. The program will utilize automated and interactive voice recognition telephone systems augmented… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by investigator): The purpose of this project is to develop and test the feasibility of a wireless Internet application for smoking cessation. The wireless smoking cessation program (WSCP) will be a tailored and comprehensive behavioral smoking cessation… More

We propose to develop a hand-held computer program to determine initial dosing and eventual tapering of nicotine gum use which targets and addresses the unique needs and smoking patterns of adolescent smokers. The product (NGDDD) will determine an initial dosing of gum use for adolescent smokers… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by investigator): The purpose of this project is to develop and test the feasibility of a combined Internet and wireless text messaging application to deliver a smoking cessation program targeting college smokers. Smoking among college students has increased significantly in… More

The primary purpose of this project is to develop and test the feasibility of a web-based program to provide food portion tutorials on demand or via an interactive training module. Food portion estimation is a considerable source of error in a dietary assessments and food portion tutorials have been… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by investigator): The purpose of this Phase II project is to further develop and evaluate a webcentric Palm program to monitor dietary intake or assist users in following a diet prescribed by a dietary researcher or nutritionist. The Dietary Research Monitoring System (DRMS)… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by investigator): The purpose of this Phase II project is to further develop and evaluate a webcentric Palm program to monitor dietary intake or assist users in following a diet prescribed by a dietary researcher or nutritionist. The Dietary Research Monitoring System (DRMS)… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): The primary purpose of this Phase II project is to further develop and evaluate a computer-based Food Portion Tutorial to improve food portion estimation among a variety of food types. Specific aims of the project are to revamp the Computerized Food Portion… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): The purpose of this Phase II project is to further develop and evaluate an electronic diary system, the Medication Monitoring Field Evaluation System (MMFES). Compared to pencil and paper diaries and logs, self-monitoring of medication use, side effects,… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): The purpose of this Phase II project is to further develop and evaluate an electronic diary system, the Medication Monitoring Field Evaluation System (MMFES). Compared to pencil and paper diaries and logs, self-monitoring of medication use, side effects,… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Although nearly 15 percent of adults experience chronic primary insomnia, few have sought or have access to effective behavioral treatments for this condition. The purpose of this project is to design, develop, and evaluate a computerized self-help intervention… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Although nearly 15 percent of adults experience chronic primary insomnia, few have sought or have access to effective behavioral treatments for this condition. The purpose of this project is to design, develop, and evaluate a computerized self-help intervention… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): The purpose of this project is to develop and test the feasibility of a combined internet and wireless SMS text messaging application to deliver a self-help behavioral smoking cessation program based on scheduled gradual reduction of smoking. The Phase I… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): The overall goal of this project is to further develop and evaluate the Community Based Automated Smoking Assessment (CASA) system, an automated and interactive voice recognition (IVR) telephone system augmented by a web application database system to provide… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): The overall goal of this project is to further develop and evaluate the Community Based Automated Smoking Assessment (CASA) system, an automated and interactive voice recognition (IVR) telephone system augmented by a web application database system to provide… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): The purpose of this project is to develop and evaluate an interactive CD-ROM designed to provide young women with training and practice in negotiating sexual interactions. This CD-ROM environment will allow users the opportunity to anonymously explore their… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): The purpose of this Phase II project is to further develop and evaluate the efficacy of a computerized self-help cessation intervention for adolescent and young adult smokeless tobacco (ST) users. The program utilizes a small handheld computer to deliver a… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): The purpose of this Phase II project is to further develop and evaluate the efficacy of a computerized self-help cessation intervention for adolescent and young adult smokeless tobacco (ST) users. The program utilizes a small handheld computer to deliver a… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Although oral nicotine replacement therapies (NRTs) have been found effective in improving quit rates of smokers, poor compliance, among other factors, has led to less than optimal efficacy in typical use conditions. Therefore, the purpose of this project is to… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Project Summary The purpose of this project is to further develop and evaluate an interactive multimedia program designed to provide young women with training and practice in negotiating sexual interactions. This product presents users with simulated scenarios of… More

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Primary care providers provide cessation assistance to their tobacco-using patients, but many times fail to provide appropriate follow-up services. The purpose of this project is to develop and test the feasibility of an interactive voice response medication… More

This training system encompasses three modular training approaches to meet the needs of sites at both ends of the spectrum with regard to computer resources and Internet connectivity. This training system also accommodates trainees' individual training needs and preferences due to its modular… More

The overall Phase II objectives include the complete development and evaluation of our comprehensive system. The development phase of this project will include further development of the assessment modules and data viewing; enhancements and greater functionality to the provider website interface;… More

The purpose of this Phase I project is to design, develop and evaluate the prototype OTSS system. In the first months of our project, we will create the content for the patient assessment and monitoring tools. At the same time, we will be working on the adaptation of the technical platform and… More

Under this Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I project, Research Topic 114, the Contractor shall design, develop, and evaluate a Clinical Trail Participant Management System (CTP-MS).