Engaging Boston communities to improve participation in Alzheimer's disease research
Core E: Outreach and Recruitment Core
This study is all about helping local communities learn more about Alzheimer's disease and getting a diverse group of people, especially Black participants, involved in important research to improve understanding and treatment of the condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University Medical Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10873349 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Outreach, Recruitment, and Engagement (ORE) Core at Boston University aims to connect with local communities to raise awareness about Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. This initiative focuses on recruiting and retaining participants for clinical studies, ensuring diverse representation, particularly among Black participants. The ORE Core also collaborates with educational components to create resources and programs that enhance understanding of Alzheimer's disease among healthcare professionals and the public. By fostering community engagement, the project seeks to facilitate important research milestones related to Alzheimer's disease.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals from Boston communities who are affected by Alzheimer's disease or related disorders, as well as their caregivers.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in the Boston area or those who are not affected by Alzheimer's disease or related disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased participation in Alzheimer's studies, ultimately improving the understanding and treatment of the disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous outreach efforts in similar research contexts have shown success in enhancing participant recruitment and engagement, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston University Medical Campus — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Budson, Andrew — Boston University Medical Campus
- Study coordinator: Budson, Andrew
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.