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Simplified Novel Application (SNApp) framework: a guide to developing and implementing second-generation mobile
Jennifer Fillo1,2, B Lynette Staplefoote-Boynton3,4, Angel Martinez5
1RAND Corporation, Pittsburgh, PA, USA. jfillo@central.uh.edu.
Translational Behavioral Medicine
|November 17, 2016
Summary
Researchers can now collect real-time health behavior data using advanced mobile applications (apps). A new framework guides the development of these second-generation apps, addressing technical and ethical challenges for effective research.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral Health Research
- Mobile Technology in Health
- Digital Health Interventions
Background:
- Mobile technology enables real-time data collection for behavioral health research.
- Second-generation apps allow simultaneous collection of multiple data streams (text, voice, self-report).
- This evolving approach presents unique technical and ethical considerations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a framework for developing and using second-generation mobile apps in health behavior research.
- To address common challenges and ethical issues in mobile app development for research.
- To guide researchers in balancing app functionality with development realities and resource constraints.
Main Methods:
- Development of a framework (Simplified Novel Application - SNApp) for app development.
- The framework is divided into four phases: information gathering, technical decisions, development/testing, and implementation.
- Drawing on experience from developing an app for simultaneous text, voice, and self-report data collection.
Main Results:
- The SNApp framework offers a structured approach to mobile app development for health research.
- Identifies and addresses technical challenges and ethical considerations.
- Provides suggestions for efficient and effective app development and implementation.
Conclusions:
- The SNApp framework assists researchers in navigating the complexities of developing second-generation mobile health apps.
- It promotes a balance between technical requirements, ethical standards, and project resources.
- Facilitates the use of advanced mobile technology for studying health behaviors.
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