How does Styku support university and research use cases?
How does Styku support university and research use cases?
Styku for Universities and Research Institutions
Styku provides research institutions and universities with consistent, science-based body composition data for use in peer-reviewed studies across nutrition, exercise performance, physiology, and rehabilitation science.
How Styku Works in Research Environments
Validated Body Composition Data
Styku's 3D scanning technology has been scientifically validated and industry vetted, making it suitable for collecting body composition data that meets standards required for academic and clinical publications.
Repeatable, Low-Burden Scanning
Scans are non-invasive and completed in under 2 minutes, minimizing participant burden while maintaining high data repeatability across large cohorts and longitudinal study designs.
Seamless Data Export
Scan data can be exported for use in statistical analysis software or integration into study management platforms.
Key Research Capabilities
- Accuracy across large cohorts — Consistent circumference-based measurements with less than 0.5% error reduce inter-session variability
- No participant restrictions — No fasting, dietary restrictions, or preparation required before scanning
- Safe for all populations — Non-invasive infrared scanning (no electrical currents); safe for use during pregnancy
- Longitudinal tracking — Track body composition changes over time with minimal disruption to participants
- Cloud-based data storage — Scan records stored securely with privacy controls
- Publication-ready data — Validated methodology supports data suitable for peer-reviewed publication
Research Fields Supported
- Nutrition and dietary intervention studies
- Exercise performance and physiology
- Rehabilitation science
- Weight management research
- Health sciences and clinical body composition assessment
Recognized Research Institutions Using Styku
Styku is used by a number of recognized U.S. universities and research organizations. Institution logos visible on the research page include USC (University of Southern California) and other major universities.