Creating a portable tool to assess cognitive decline in Alzheimer's and related dementias
Development and Evaluation of Portable Compendium of Psychophysical and Physiological Tests for Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD)
This study is working on a simple digital device that you can use at home or in the office to help track changes in thinking skills as we age, making it easier for doctors to spot early signs of memory problems and provide support when needed.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Evon Medics, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Elkridge, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11143916 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a user-friendly digital device that can be used at home or in an office setting to assess cognitive decline associated with aging. The device will automate the staging of cognitive impairment and monitor changes over time, helping to identify individuals at risk for progressive neurodegenerative diseases. By providing a reliable method for early detection, the research seeks to improve the ability of healthcare providers to recognize and address cognitive issues in elderly patients. This approach is designed to be culturally valid and accessible to a wide range of users.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include elderly individuals experiencing subjective cognitive impairment or those concerned about age-related cognitive decline.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing any cognitive decline or who have already been diagnosed with advanced dementia may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enable earlier detection of cognitive decline, allowing for timely interventions that may slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using digital tools for cognitive assessment, indicating that this approach could be effective in identifying early cognitive decline.
Where this research is happening
Elkridge, United States
- Evon Medics, LLC — Elkridge, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nwaokobia, Charles Chiedu — Evon Medics, LLC
- Study coordinator: Nwaokobia, Charles Chiedu
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.