Creating a Black aging cohort in Southern California to study brain health
Official title: Feasibility to develop a Black aging cohort in Southern California using SDOH
Funded at University of California-Irvine · NIH-11025044 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to better understand and improve brain health research for Black Americans by talking to community members in Southern California about their experiences and challenges, so we can find ways to encourage more participation in Alzheimer's studies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California-Irvine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Irvine, United States) |
| Project start | December 15, 2024 |
| Project end | November 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $235,795 |
| NIH project number | 1R34NS140004-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11025044 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Black individuals living in Southern California who are interested in brain health and Alzheimer's disease.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Black or those who do not reside in Southern California may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to address the higher rates of cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease among Black Americans by developing a Black aging cohort in Southern California. The project will engage community members to understand the social and structural factors that influence their participation in brain health research. By utilizing both qualitative and quantitative methods, the research will identify barriers and facilitators to participation in Alzheimer's-related studies. The goal is to create culturally relevant strategies that enhance engagement and representation of Black communities in clinical trials.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and interventions for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias specifically tailored for Black communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that community engagement strategies can successfully increase participation of underrepresented groups in clinical trials, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of California-Irvine
Irvine, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lincoln, Karen D — University of California-Irvine
- Study coordinator: Lincoln, Karen D
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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.