Developing personalized treatments for Alzheimer's disease in diverse populations
HABS-HD - Core C - Clinical Core
This study is looking for people aged 30 and older, especially from African American, Mexican American, and non-Hispanic white backgrounds, to help us find better ways to treat and prevent Alzheimer's disease by sharing their experiences and health information.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of North Texas Hlth Sci Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fort Worth, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10916334 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating tailored treatment and prevention strategies for Alzheimer's disease, particularly among diverse racial and ethnic groups. It involves direct participant interviews, assessments, and imaging to gather comprehensive data from individuals aged 30 and above. The study aims to include a diverse cohort of 3,000 participants, with a specific emphasis on African Americans, Mexican Americans, and non-Hispanic whites, to ensure that findings are relevant to these populations. By analyzing biomarkers and cognitive health, the research seeks to improve understanding and management of Alzheimer's disease.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals aged 30 and older from African American, Mexican American, and non-Hispanic white backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 30 years old or do not belong to the specified racial/ethnic groups may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized treatment options for Alzheimer's disease, particularly for underrepresented populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using population-specific approaches to address health disparities in Alzheimer's disease, making this study a continuation of those efforts.
Where this research is happening
Fort Worth, United States
- University of North Texas Hlth Sci Ctr — Fort Worth, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: O'bryant, Sid E — University of North Texas Hlth Sci Ctr
- Study coordinator: O'bryant, Sid E
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.