A Cognitive-Linguistic Engagement Model to Boost Conversation Memory in Aging and Alzheimer’s
Official title: A Cognitive-Linguistic Engagement Model in Aging and Recall(CLEAR): Uncovering Mechanisms of Conversation Memory Across Cognitive Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease
Funded at New York University · NIH-11430933 · Data updated 2026-11-12
Aimed at helping older adults, including those with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer’s disease, remember what people say in everyday conversations.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 18, 2026 |
| Project end | August 31, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $786,738 |
| NIH project number | 1R01AG102826-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11430933 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Older adults (typically 65+) including those with Mild Cognitive Impairment or Alzheimer’s disease who participate in conversational tasks.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals without memory or cognitive issues related to aging may experience limited direct benefit.
What this research studies
This project at NYU will explore how talking and social interaction affect memory for spoken information as people age, especially when aging is accompanied by cognitive changes. The team will use a multi-session study to see how conversational engagement and supportive tools influence encoding and retrieval of what is said. The goal is to uncover practical, scalable ways to improve everyday communication in aging and dementia, with potential applications in healthcare and caregiving settings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to new ways to support conversation memory for older adults and caregivers, improving daily communication and decision-making.
How similar studies have gone: Previous pilot data suggest that conversational engagement can influence memory for spoken content, with room for scalable interventions.
Where this research is happening
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New York University
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Yoon, Si on — New York University
- Study coordinator: Yoon, Si on
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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.