A National Center for Alzheimer's Research
National Alzheimer's Coordinating Center
This center gathers and shares information from many Alzheimer's research centers to speed up discoveries about the disease.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11169665 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This center acts as a central hub for Alzheimer's disease research across the country. It collects important patient data and biological samples from various Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers (ADRCs) and other related groups. By organizing communication and sharing this valuable information, the center helps scientists work together more effectively. This collaborative approach aims to accelerate our understanding of Alzheimer's and related dementias, paving the way for new ways to detect, prevent, and treat these conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Patients with Alzheimer's disease or those at risk for it could benefit from the accelerated research facilitated by this center.
Not a fit: Patients not affected by Alzheimer's disease or related dementias would not directly benefit from this specific research coordination effort.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this center will accelerate the pace of Alzheimer's research, leading to earlier detection, better prevention strategies, and more effective treatments for patients.
How similar studies have performed: This center has been active since 1999, building on considerable experience and success in coordinating Alzheimer's research and data sharing.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stephens, Kari a — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Stephens, Kari a
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.