Assessing cognitive decline and dementia in patients with Alzheimer's disease and related conditions
Cognitive Assessment and Adjudication Core
This study is looking at how memory and thinking skills change in people with Alzheimer's and similar conditions, using trusted tests to help doctors better understand and diagnose these issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10924049 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on evaluating cognitive decline and identifying dementia syndromes, particularly in patients with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. It involves rigorous training and quality assurance for cognitive testing, utilizing established tests like the Spanish English Verbal Learning Test and the Modified Mini-Mental Status Exam. The project aims to classify cognitive decline based on various factors, including Alzheimer's pathology and vascular contributions. By collaborating with other research cores, the study seeks to enhance the understanding of cognitive impairment and improve diagnostic accuracy.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing mild cognitive impairment or dementia, particularly those with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
Not a fit: Patients with cognitive impairments not related to Alzheimer's disease or those without any cognitive decline may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better detection and classification of cognitive decline, ultimately improving patient care and treatment strategies for Alzheimer's disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using cognitive assessment tools for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease, indicating that this approach is well-established.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Health Sciences — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Goldberg, Terry — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Goldberg, Terry
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.