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A center to support Alzheimer's research and care coordination.

Official title: Admin Core - The State Alzheimer's Research Support Center (StARS)

Funded at University of Minnesota · NIH-10986803 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is creating a friendly center where experts work together to improve care for people with Alzheimer's and related dementias, especially by reaching out to underrepresented communities and sharing helpful information and resources.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Minnesota
NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Minneapolis, United States)
Project startSeptember 15, 2024
Project endAugust 31, 2029
Funding year2024
Award (this year)$769,728
NIH project number1U54AG089300-01
Project IDNIH-10986803 on NIH RePORTER

Who could benefit from this research

Could help

Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, as well as their caregivers and families.

Less likely to help

Patients with non-dementia related cognitive impairments or those not affected by Alzheimer's disease may not benefit from this research.

What this research studies

This research focuses on establishing a collaborative center aimed at enhancing Alzheimer's disease and related dementia care. It involves a team of experts who will manage and coordinate various activities to improve the dissemination of research findings and tools. The center will also work to engage underrepresented communities and link with other national initiatives to raise awareness and support for Alzheimer's research. By fostering collaboration and communication among stakeholders, the project aims to improve the overall care delivery for patients with Alzheimer's and related dementias.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved care strategies and resources for patients with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in similar collaborative approaches to enhance dementia care and support, indicating a promising potential for this initiative.

Where this research is happening

  • University of Minnesota
    Minneapolis, United States
    Active

Researchers

  • Principal investigator: Gaugler, Joseph E. — University of Minnesota
  • Study coordinator: Gaugler, Joseph E.

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.
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