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Automate engagement. Collect real-time data.
Build smart, just-in-time adaptive interventions with personalized algorithms. Your choice of SMS, EMA, or CBT workflows — so your research stays responsive and impactful.
What's New?
Updated July 2025
Three new AI features are coming soon!
That image is a sneak peek of our new AI-powered message library. The message library defines what message to send, under what conditions, with what degrees of personalization, at what time of day.
Soon the message rules will understand natural-language scheduling. Write rules such as "Send an activity summary message every Friday" and watch the calendar automatically fill with the right messages all by itself.
Next, we're upgrading the search bar with a brand-new "Ask Me Anything" box. More than just a search feature, you can ask questions like, "How many participants have never responded to our REDCap surveys?" or, "How many participants haven't synced their Fitbit data lately?"
And finally, we're opening Pulsar up to external institutions so you can "plug in" your own AI functionality. Maybe your machine-learning team would like to weigh in, or your custom LLM wants to play a role in message content? Whatever the case may be, Pulsar can act as the central hub for your text messaging research while leaving the "secret sauce" up to you.
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Why Choose Our Participant Engagement Platform?
●Tailored for Any Study Design
- Flexible Templates. Adapt to longitudinal, micro-randomization, or multi-site trials.
- No Coding Required. User-friendly and built for researchers, not programmers.
- Real-Time Dashboard. Track participant progress and study outcomes in one place.
Personalized Engagement at Scale
- Automated SMS, EMA, & CBT Workflows. Adjusts dynamically based on participant behavior.
- Integrated Biometrics. Use Fitbit and other real-time data to refine interventions.
- Make Changes on the Fly. Modify interventions mid-study without disruption.
Secure, Simple, and Transparent
- Comprehensive Support. Fast onboarding with IT integration assistance.
- HIPAA-Compliant Platform. Fully secure and built for sensitive data.
- Transparent Pricing. Flat-rate pricing with up to three years of maintenance.
Our Mission: Bringing Research to Life with Code and Creativity
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Hi, I'm Jeffrey Cohen.
I'm Jeffrey Cohen, a computer science educator and software builder who loves making complex ideas approachable.
At Northwestern University and the University of Chicago, I teach computer science courses designed to spark “Aha!” moments in every session. My philosophy? Learning should be hands-on, relaxed, and fun.
I founded Software for Research to help researchers turn ambitious studies into impactful results. Our platform helps you engage participants dynamically, collect data more effectively, and adapt to the needs of every study.
I'm also an open-source contributor, conference speaker, and active in Chicago's tech community. For me, it's all about solving problems creatively and empowering others to do the same.
Or drop me an email anytime: jeffrey@softwareforresearch.com.