UnnMindFlex: A prototype mobile application and case study on HRV-guided cognitive enhancement

Samuel Olawuwo; Valeriia Viakhireva; Andrey Demarev; Chalachew Kassaw; Nikolay Nazarov; Valeriia Demareva

doi:10.5753/jis.2025.5574

Authors

Samuel Olawuwo Lobachevsky State University https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5410-3994
Valeriia Viakhireva Lobachevsky State University https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7060-1149
Andrey Demarev Lobachevsky State University https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8886-0846
Chalachew Kassaw Dilla University https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2632-8146
Nikolay Nazarov Lobachevsky State University https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8082-5341
Valeriia Demareva Lobachevsky State University https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3228-9289

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5753/jis.2025.5574

Keywords:

Cognitive Growth, Mobile Application, Prototype, Aerobic Exercise, Heart Rate Variability, Working Memory

Abstract

In today’s demanding world, cognitive fitness plays a vital role in academic success and overall well-being, particularly for students facing academic challenges. Essential cognitive abilities such as memory, attention, and problem-solving are crucial for personal and academic development. This paper introduces innovative research on the creation of a prototype mobile application designed to foster individualized cognitive enhancement through aerobic exercise. The UnnMindFlex prototype integrates principles from exercise science, cognitive psychology, and technology to provide personalized interventions. The application features customized exercise programs, real-time heart rate variability (HRV) monitoring, and cognitive assessment tools. By leveraging the cognitive benefits of aerobic exercise, UnnMindFlex aims to enhance cognitive performance and support neuroplasticity. This study outlines the theoretical framework, design principles, and implementation strategies underlying the development of UnnMindFlex. Additionally, it presents preliminary findings from a case study evaluating the application’s effectiveness in improving working memory performance. The results highlight significant associations between HRV metrics and cognitive improvements post-aerobic exercise, further validating the potential of UnnMindFlex as a tool for cognitive enhancement. This research provides an initial step toward creating scalable and accessible solutions for cognitive development, especially in high-demand academic environments.

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