Monash University is a prestigious public research institution based in Melbourne, Australia. Established in 1958, it is renowned for its contributions to research and education, particularly in the field of neuroscience.
Monash University aimed to launch the Healthy Brain Project, a community-based initiative to understand optimal brain health and aging. The challenge was to create a scalable system to track and collect data from approximately 4,000 participants, who would be monitored over a period of years. The system needed to:
- Allow participants to complete memory tests and surveys over time.
- Provide flexibility for participants to take tests and surveys at their convenience.
- Integrate with external systems like Cogstate and CanTab for memory testing.
- Ensure ongoing engagement through notifications and reminders.
- Developed a cloud-based platform where participants can register and complete memory tests and surveys online.
- The system is configurable year over year, adapting to the evolving needs of the project.
- Built an alert system that notifies participants when they have missed completing tests or surveys, ensuring consistent participation throughout the study period.
- Integrated memory tests with Cogstate and CanTab via APIs, enabling seamless data collection from external systems.
- Built on ASP.Net Core 2.0, C#, Identity Framework 4.0, and MS Azure SQL Server for robust, scalable performance.
The Healthy Brain Project’s system developed by PearlArc streamlined data collection and enhanced participant engagement, leading to a 40% increase in participant retention and a more effective long-term research study.
- Participants can complete tests and surveys at their convenience
- Integration with Cogstate and CanTab
- Long term tracking system’s flexibility and scalability allowed for continuous data collection
