A center to speed up research on aging and Alzheimer's disease
Roybal Resource and Coordinating Center to Accelerate Translational Aging Research
This study is all about finding better ways to help people age healthily and support those with Alzheimer's and related conditions, by bringing together scientists to work on new ideas and share what they learn for the benefit of everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Feinstein Institute for Medical Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Manhasset, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11120975 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the development of behavioral and social interventions that promote healthy aging and address Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (AD/ADRD). The center will provide leadership, coordination, and training for scientists working on these interventions, facilitating clinical trials and ensuring patient safety. By creating a centralized hub for collaboration and sharing best practices, the center seeks to improve the effectiveness and dissemination of research findings to benefit patients and society.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include older adults at risk for Alzheimer's disease or those experiencing early signs of cognitive decline.
Not a fit: Patients with advanced Alzheimer's disease or those who do not meet the criteria for participation in the trials may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective interventions that help prevent or mitigate the effects of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in developing behavioral interventions for aging and Alzheimer's, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful advancements.
Where this research is happening
Manhasset, United States
- Feinstein Institute for Medical Research — Manhasset, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Davidson, Karina W. — Feinstein Institute for Medical Research
- Study coordinator: Davidson, Karina W.
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.