University of Massachusetts-Amherst · BiologyDutta Lab
Joyita Dutta · Amherst, Massachusetts
Research Focus
Dr. Joyita Dutta's research lab focuses on using wearable technology to discover biomarkers for early detection of Alzheimer's disease. The lab is investigating how changes in sleep patterns, monitored by devices like smartwatches and EEG headbands, can signal the risk of developing Alzheimer's in older adults. By combining data from these wearables with genetic information, the research aims to improve early diagnosis and ultimately contribute to better management of the disease.
Alzheimer's diseasebiomarkerswearable technologygenomicssleep patternsartificial intelligencedigital phenotypingelderly healthnoninvasive monitoring
Research Aims
5AIM 01Develop noninvasive digital biomarkers for early Alzheimer's detection.
AIM 02Evaluate the effectiveness of wearable devices in monitoring sleep and heart rate.
AIM 03Analyze the relationship between sleep patterns and genetic risk for Alzheimer's.
AIM 04Use AI tools to identify predictors of Alzheimer's disease from collected data.
AIM 05Validate wearable device data against traditional sleep monitoring methods.
Skills the Lab Values
EEG monitoringheart rate variability analysissmartwatch data analysisplasma biomarker analysissleep study designAI model developmentpolysomnography benchmarkingdata collection and managementbioinformatics
Output against the department
Publications102bottom 35% of dept.665th of 1,033
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Citations2.0kbottom 14% of dept.891st of 1,033
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