A center focused on advancing Alzheimer's disease research and therapies.
Core A: University of Kentucky Alzheimer's Disease Core Center
The University of Kentucky is working on research to better understand Alzheimer's disease and help those affected by it, including patients and caregivers, by studying both healthy individuals and those showing early signs of dementia to find new ways to delay or prevent the disease.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10880726 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The University of Kentucky Alzheimer's Disease Core Center aims to accelerate research into Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. By providing essential infrastructure and leadership, the center integrates various research components to enhance the understanding of cognitive decline and its risk factors. The center also maintains a unique cohort of cognitively healthy individuals and those transitioning to dementia, facilitating valuable longitudinal studies. This research is designed to benefit patients and caregivers by developing new therapies to delay or prevent Alzheimer's disease.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals with early signs of cognitive decline or those at risk for Alzheimer's disease.
Not a fit: Patients with advanced Alzheimer's disease or those not willing to participate in longitudinal studies may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new therapies that delay or prevent the onset of Alzheimer's disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research at similar Alzheimer's disease centers has shown success in advancing understanding and treatment of dementia.
Where this research is happening
Lexington, United States
- University of Kentucky — Lexington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Van Eldik, Linda J — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Van Eldik, Linda J
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.