Smart wristbands could sniff out malaria before you feel sick

NCT ID NCT07558122

First seen May 03, 2026 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether wearable devices like wristbands or earphones can detect malaria infection early by tracking changes in temperature, heart rate, and other body signals. Thirty-two healthy adults will be exposed to the malaria parasite or a placebo in a controlled setting. Researchers will compare device readings with standard blood tests to see if the wearables can spot infection before symptoms appear.

Disclaimer Read more

This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for MALARIA (PLASMODIUM FALCIPARUM) are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • University of Maryland, Baltimore, Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21201, United States

Conditions

Explore the condition pages connected to this study.