Smart insulin pump aims to take the guesswork out of diabetes management

NCT ID NCT05799781

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a new fully-closed insulin delivery system that automatically adjusts insulin based on activity and missed meals, compared to a standard hybrid system. 29 adults with type 1 diabetes used both systems to see which kept blood sugar in a healthy range more often. The goal is to make diabetes management easier and safer.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

MPC closed-loop insulin delivery system (device)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to a more automated insulin pump that better manages blood sugar without manual meal boluses, reducing the burden for people with type 1 diabetes.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 29 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The new algorithm may not outperform current systems and could have safety risks like low blood sugar.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

type 1 diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Oregon Health and Science University

    Portland, Oregon, 97239, United States

  • University of Washington

    Seattle, Washington, 98105, United States