Analyzing factors that may prevent Alzheimer's disease and related dementias
Official title: Core B: Analytics Core
Funded at Boston University Medical Campus · NIH-10934710 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how different factors might affect the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, and it's designed for researchers who want to better understand how certain interventions could help reduce that risk.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University Medical Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $618,906 |
| NIH project number | 1P01AG082653-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10934710 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals at risk for Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, particularly those with a family history or other identified risk factors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are already diagnosed with advanced Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and implementing advanced statistical methods to analyze various risk factors associated with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD). The Analytics Core will collaborate with different research teams to ensure that data sets are constructed accurately and that the analytic strategies are tailored to each specific study. By employing innovative techniques such as Mendelian Randomization and bias analysis, the project aims to provide insights into how different interventions can impact the incidence of ADRD in the population. This comprehensive approach will help in understanding the complex relationships between risk factors and Alzheimer's disease.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using advanced statistical methods to analyze risk factors for Alzheimer's disease, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Boston University Medical Campus
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Huang, Chiung-Yu — Boston University Medical Campus
- Study coordinator: Huang, Chiung-Yu
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.