Advancing Alzheimer's disease research in Puerto Rico
Official title: Research Projects Core
Funded at University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences · NIH-10873781 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about working together to learn more about Alzheimer's disease and find better ways to diagnose and treat it, so that patients like you can benefit from new discoveries and improved care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Juan, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $170,033 |
| NIH project number | 5P30GM149367-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10873781 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or those at risk of developing it.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with other forms of dementia unrelated to Alzheimer's may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the understanding and treatment of Alzheimer's disease through a collaborative approach involving multiple institutions and academic departments. It supports various investigator-initiated projects that explore diverse themes in neuroscience, utilizing advanced methodologies such as neuroimaging and electrophysiology. Patients may benefit from the findings that emerge from these projects, which aim to improve diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for Alzheimer's disease.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and interventions for patients with Alzheimer's disease.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research initiatives in similar areas have shown success in advancing knowledge and treatment options for Alzheimer's disease.
Where this research is happening
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University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences
San Juan, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Silva, Walter I — University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences
- Study coordinator: Silva, Walter I
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.