Frequently Asked Questions
We know you might have questions about how Centralive works. We’ve compiled answers to the most common ones below.
General Information
Can Centralive be white-labeled?
Yes, options range from backend-only to full white-label instances.
Does Centralive have published validation studies or case studies we can cite in grant applications?
Yes, based on UC Irvine peer-reviewed research and NIH-funded projects.
Does Centralive offer other products besides the platform?
No, Centralive focuses on the research platform itself, though it can be white-labeled or integrated into other apps.
How does Centralive compare to REDCap + wearables, or building a custom app?
Unlike REDCap integrations, Centralive is integrated and maintained. Compared to custom apps, it’s faster, cheaper, and long-term supported.
How easy is it to set up a study in Centralive?
Very easy — researchers can launch studies in minutes without coding.
How long does it typically take to get a study live once a contract is signed?
Most studies go live within 2–4 weeks depending on IRB and devices; platform setup is immediate.
How long has Centralive been live?
Centralive has been a company for over a year, with the commercial product available for several months.
Is Centralive a startup or established company?
Centralive is a post-revenue startup with active clients, NIH-funded projects, and global collaborations.
Is Centralive only for academic researchers?
No. While academics are a core audience, Centralive also works with hospitals, health systems, and health plans.
What is Centralive?
Centralive is a digital health research platform, spun out of UC Irvine, that lets researchers run remote studies using wearable devices, mobile apps, surveys, and interventions — all in one unified dashboard.
What kinds of research does Centralive support?
Autism, ADHD, anxiety, loneliness, pregnancy, sleep, cardiovascular health, and more.
What kinds of studies is Centralive designed for?
Outpatient, real-world studies using validated wearable and mobile technologies.
What makes Centralive unique compared to other platforms?
Centralive provides closed-loop, just-in-time adaptive interventions (JITAIs) without coding, unifying wearables, surveys, smartphone sensing, and AI personalization in a HIPAA-compliant platform.
What’s on the roadmap for the next 12–18 months?
AI personalization, real-time CGM streaming, smartphone sensing, and no-code Intervention Studio.
What’s the learning curve for new users — do most teams need training, or can they self-onboard?
Most teams can self-onboard with tutorials; workshops and office hours are available.
Study Setup and Management
Can Centralive assist with grant applications and analysis?
Yes, often included in NIH/Wellcome/NSF grants with budget quotes.
Can Centralive automatically handle missing data alerts?
Yes, dashboards flag missing surveys or device non-wear.
Can Centralive automatically randomize participants into study arms?
Yes, built-in or external integration.
Can Centralive be presented at academic conferences?
Yes, has been presented at APA Learning Labs and others.
Can Centralive be trialed before committing?
Yes, pilots and free tiers available.
Can Centralive handle IRB documentation support?
Yes, provides HIPAA/security docs for IRBs.
Can Centralive help with proposal writing?
Yes, Centralive provides technical text, quotes, and device details for grants.
Can Centralive host multiple studies/projects?
Yes, each project has its own devices, surveys, and interventions.
Can Centralive host webinars or training?
Yes, regularly for institutions and societies.
Can Centralive integrate with lab test data (Quest, LabCorp, etc.)?
Yes, via API integrations or CSV imports.
Can Centralive offer free tiers for unfunded or exploratory projects?
Yes, survey-only free tier available.
Can Centralive reduce coordinator workload?
Yes, by automating reminders, data collection, and safety alerts.
Can Centralive support custom survey logic?
Yes, branching, repeated measures, and EMAs.
Can Centralive support large international grants (NIH, Wellcome Trust, etc.)?
Yes, often budgeted into large grants.
Can Centralive support large-scale or longitudinal studies?
Yes, including multi-year NIH studies.
Devices and Integrations
Can Centralive integrate AI-based recommendation systems?
Yes, researchers can define custom algorithms.
Can Centralive integrate experimental antennas or RF hardware?
No, only validated, human-subject-ready devices.
Can Centralive integrate glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs?
Yes, supports iHealth BP, Dexcom/Libre CGMs.
Can Centralive integrate new devices or apps?
Yes, via APIs/SDKs; cost depends on complexity.
Can devices be reused across participants?
Yes, after reset and reassignment.
Can nutritionists and physicians define their own intervention rules?
Yes, through the no-code Intervention Studio.
Does Centralive allow third-party intervention logic?
Yes, through APIs.
Does Centralive capture raw accelerometer signals?
Yes, from supported wearables.
Does Centralive provide raw signal access?
Yes, e.g., raw accelerometer from Garmin.
Does Centralive support integrating multiple external services?
Yes, e.g., REDCap, EHRs, lab tests.
Does Centralive support passive smartphone sensing?
Yes, returning soon with privacy safeguards.
Does Centralive support smartphone-based sensing?
Yes, GPS, unlocks, app usage, typing dynamics (metadata only).
What are cost-effective device bundles for cardiovascular research?
Garmin watches + Withings BP + Withings scale.
What is BCG and does Centralive support it?
Ballistocardiography; supported via MoveSense straps.
Which devices are supported?
Garmin, Withings, Oura, iHealth, Dexcom, Libre, and more.
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