The START study (Sensor Technology Assessment of Reproductive Targets) intends to use new technology to solve old problems in reproductive medicine. We will leverage continuous physiological data collected from a wearable device (the Oura ring) to open a new window onto the menstrual cycle and to develop algorithms that predict ovulation and pregnancy onset, and to better understand a variety of reproductive disorders. This interdisciplinary, multi-center, private-public partnership is poised to generate impactful discoveries in reproductive medicine and enable new tools for women’s reproductive autonomy.
Arm 2 of the study is currently eligible to women who are healthy, between 18-42 years old, not taking any hormonal medications (i.e. birth control pills), and who have irregular cycles or PCOS.
If you are interested in the study, please contact startoura@ucsf.edu .
