To create a pulse oximeter to equally treat all skin tones, Brown University established a project called, “Prospective Clinical Pilot Study Comparing Novel Approaches to Equitable pulse Oximetry.” The Warren Alpert Foundation committed $200,000 towards this two-year study which will take place in Rhode Island in coordination with a team of engineers, a biostatistician, and physicians via a clinical pilot study. Medical professionals use this tool to provide a basis for medical care, but with inadequate equipment, the care provided may not be at its best due to the variety of pulse oximeters which some are not FDA approved but are still being utilized at medical facilities and at home. There has been proven studies showing melanin in the skin affects pulse oximetry readings. This project will help to determine a calibrated skin tone algorithm to create a more accurate medical grade commercial pulse oximeter.