Publications and Research
Document Type
Poster
Publication Date
12-4-2025
Abstract
Medication adherence is a major public health concern, particularly among patients with chronic illnesses. Reports from the National Institutes of Health indicate that adherence rates are significantly lower for chronic conditions, with patients taking only ~50% of medications prescribed. Unintentional non-adherence—such as forgetting doses—is more prevalent (62.9%, 47.1%, 46.9%) than intentional non-adherence, and the consequences include medication waste, disease progression, reduced functional abilities, lower quality of life, and increased reliance on medical resources. Because existing automatic pill dispensers cost over $100 on average, they remain inaccessible for many lower-income patients who could benefit from such technology. This project addresses this gap by designing an affordable, portable, and simple automatic pill-dispensing device aimed at supporting individuals who struggle with regular medication adherence. My design was portable and cost-effective, but less user-friendly than desired. Through this work, I learned how embedded systems can be applied to support individuals with memory challenges, motor impairments, or busy schedules, ultimately helping reduce unintentional non-adherence and improve health management.
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Comments
This poster was presented at the 43rd Semi-Annual Dr. Janet Liou-Mark Honors and Undergraduate Research Scholars Poster Presentation at New York City College of Technology, December 3rd, 2025. Mentor: Prof. Martin Rhode (Computer Engineering Technology).