Central organization and data sharing for Alzheimer's research
Core A: Administrative and Data Sharing Core
This study is working to bring together researchers studying Alzheimer's and frontotemporal dementia so they can share important information and resources more easily, helping them make progress in understanding these conditions better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10891467 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a central hub for organizing and sharing data related to Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia. It aims to enhance collaboration between research teams at UCSF and Washington University by facilitating regular meetings and communication. The core will also manage financial and administrative tasks, track progress, and develop public-facing resources like databases that provide valuable information on tau metabolism and genetic risk factors. By streamlining these processes, the project seeks to improve the overall productivity and effectiveness of Alzheimer's research efforts.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are individuals affected by Alzheimer's disease or frontotemporal dementia, as well as their families and caregivers.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to Alzheimer's disease or frontotemporal dementia may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more efficient data sharing and collaboration, ultimately accelerating advancements in the understanding and treatment of Alzheimer's disease.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focused on collaborative data sharing in Alzheimer's have shown promise, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kao, Aimee — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Kao, Aimee
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.