A platform for sharing and analyzing digital images of Alzheimer's disease
Official title: Federated digital pathology platform for AD/ADRD research and diagnostics
Funded at University of Kentucky · NIH-10734939 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new online platform that will help researchers studying Alzheimer's and related dementias share and analyze brain slide images more easily, using smart technology to improve their findings and teamwork.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $1,778,991 |
| NIH project number | 1U24NS133945-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10734939 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 who are willing to contribute their digital pathology data for collaborative analysis.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to create a federated digital pathology platform that connects various Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (AD/ADRD) research centers. By developing an open-source system, the project will enable the aggregation and analysis of digital neuropathological slides from multiple sources, ensuring that data is standardized and accessible. The platform will also incorporate advanced machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques to enhance the evaluation of results and facilitate collaborative research efforts across institutions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the diagnosis and understanding of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias through enhanced data sharing and analysis.
How similar studies have gone: Similar approaches in digital pathology and federated data sharing have shown promise in enhancing research outcomes, indicating a potential for success in this novel initiative.
Where this research is happening
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University of Kentucky
Lexington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nelson, Peter T. — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Nelson, Peter T.
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.