DSTN Scholars
Affiliated project: AI4CARDIO
Centre d'Excellence Africain en Sciences Mathématiques, Informatique et Applications CEA-SMIA/ Ecole Doctorale des Sciences de l'Ingénieur de l'Université d'Abomey Calavi ED-SDI, UAC
CEA affiliates: Centre d'Excellence Africain en Mathématiques Informatique et TIC CEA-MITIC/ University Gaston Berger of Saint-Louis, Senegal,
Thesis supervisor: Jules DEGILA
African Center of Excellence in Mathematical Sciences, Computer Science and Applications CEA-SMIA
jules.degila@imsp-uac.org
Thesis co-supervisor: Mouhamadou Lamine BA
African Center of Excellence in Mathematics, Computer Science and ICT CEA-MITIC
mouhamadoulamine.ba@esp.sn
Other contributors to the thesis supervision: Arnaud AHOUANDJINOU
Institut De Formation Et De Recherche en Informatique de l'Université d'Abomey Calavi IFRI, UAC
arnaud.ahouandjinou@imsp-uac.org
Kpadjouda Ginette Emma Abiola
Affiliated project: AI4CARDIO
Centre d'Excellence Africain en Sciences Mathématiques, Informatique et Applications CEA-SMIA/ Ecole Doctorale des Sciences de l'Ingénieur de l'Université d'Abomey Calavi ED-SDI, UAC
CEA affiliates: Centre d'Excellence Africain en Mathématiques Informatique et TIC CEA-MITIC/ University Gaston Berger of Saint-Louis, Senegal,
Thesis supervisor: Jules DEGILA
African Center of Excellence in Mathematical Sciences, Computer Science and Applications CEA-SMIA
jules.degila@imsp-uac.org
Thesis co-supervisor: Mouhamadou Lamine BA
African Center of Excellence in Mathematics, Computer Science and ICT CEA-MITIC
mouhamadoulamine.ba@esp.sn
Other contributors to the thesis supervision: Arnaud AHOUANDJINOU
Institut De Formation Et De Recherche en Informatique de l'Université d'Abomey Calavi IFRI, UAC
arnaud.ahouandjinou@imsp-uac.org
Start date: 01/09/2021
Anticipated date of thesis: 12/15/2024
ORCID profile:009-0007-1946-0911
Project title: Design of remote monitoring systems for patients suffering from cardiovascular disorders in low-income African countries using wearable sensors.
Summary of scientific project:
Rapid urbanization, dietary and lifestyle changes have significantly affected
cardiovascular health in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), affecting younger populations than
in developed regions. In these countries with limited electrical and communication infrastructures
, health monitoring systems using wearable sensors offer promising solutions for reducing cardiovascular disease (CVD). This study examines the current state of wearable technology for cardiovascular health, both globally and in SSA, and assesses whether these technologies meet the specific needs of the population. We aim to design remote cardiovascular monitoring systems based on wearable sensors, taking into account the technological, economic and socio-cultural constraints of SSA, in order to prevent and monitor CVD in an effective and accessible way.
Summary of results:
In the course of this research, several significant advances were made. A bibliometric analysis of research trends in wearable technologies for cardiovascular disease [1] was carried out, revealing key areas and gaps to be filled. A literature review and state of the art on wearable technology solutions for cardiovascular health, both globally and in Africa, were carried out, enabling these devices to be functionally classified and mapped. Prevalent cardiovascular pathologies and risk factors in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly Benin, were identified, guiding the selection of relevant monitoring parameters. Assessing the suitability of IoT-based solutions in relation to the region's epidemiological profile enabled the selection of the most suitable communication technologies, wearable sensors and energy supply solutions. Finally, several remote monitoring system architectures were designed, taking into account the technological, economic and socio-cultural constraints of SSA.
Prospects for the end of the thesis:
By the end of the thesis, several key milestones will have been reached. The proposed remote monitoring architectures
architectures will be simulated to assess their performance and feasibility. Next, the systems
will be implemented, tested and evaluated in real-life conditions to verify their effectiveness and
adaptability to the specific contexts of sub-Saharan Africa. The writing of the dissertation
will summarize the results obtained, the challenges encountered and the solutions found. Finally, scientific
scientific articles will be submitted to specialized journals to share the results and contribute
to the advancement of research in this field.
Perspective after thesis completion:
After defending my thesis, I plan to embark on a postdoctoral program to further
my research on remote monitoring systems. At the same time, I plan to create
a start-up dedicated to the promotion of healthcare systems based on ICT, wearable devices and
artificial intelligence for telemonitoring in Benin and sub-Saharan Africa, in order to make
these technologies accessible and beneficial to local populations.
Scientific publications :
[1] Ginette E. A. KPADJOUDA JOB, Jules DEGILA. IoT and wearable devices for remote monitoring of
cardiovascular diseases in sub-Saharan Africa: a state-of-the-art analysis. Poster on AAU Regional
Workshop. Cotonou, June 14, 2022.
[2] Ginette E. A. KPADJOUDA JOB, Jules DEGILA, S. Arnaud R. M. AHOUANDJINOU, Vinasetan R.
HOUNDJI, M. Lamine BA: A Bibliometric Analysis of the Trends in the Research on Wearable
Technologies for Cardiovascular Diseases. pHealth, Studies in Health Technology and Informatics,
November 2022
Contribution/value added to affiliated project:
Wearable monitoring devices for physiological parameters of patients with cardiovascular disease for large-scale production.