WSU and Gonzaga Researchers Use Software to Monitor Dementia
A collaboration between Washington State University and Gonzaga University has produced an algorithm that analyzes data from home motion sensors and other devices to assess possible cognitive impairment.
June 03, 2021 • (TNS) Area researchers have collaborated to gain better analysis of data from smart home devices in helping detect cognitive decline. It s part of multiple studies with an overall goal to support senior adults so they can live independently longer.
A Washington State University multidisciplinary team along with Gonzaga University computer science assistant professor Gina Sprint created a new algorithm in 2020 to analyze data from noninvasive technology such as home motion sensors. Their study monitored 14 volunteers doing various everyday tasks at home. Among them, seven members had mild cognitive impairment and in some cases dementia, while the others were heal