Engaging diverse communities to reduce Alzheimer's disease risk
Community Liaison and Recruitment Core
['FUNDING_P30'] · UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO · NIH-10907040
This study is all about working with different communities in Chicago to help prevent Alzheimer's disease and related dementias by involving local people in research and making sure their voices are heard.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_P30'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10907040 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
The Community Liaison and Recruitment Core (CLRC) aims to actively involve diverse communities in Chicago in research focused on Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD). By partnering with local residents, the CLRC seeks to promote health and reduce the risk of ADRD through community-engaged research. This initiative includes training for researchers and community members, fostering collaboration, and establishing communication channels to ensure that community voices are heard in the research process. The project emphasizes both primary prevention strategies and health promotion to mitigate the impacts of ADRD.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include older adults aged 65 and over, particularly those from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds in Chicago.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 65 or those not residing in the Chicago area may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease for community members.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in community-engaged approaches to health promotion among minority older adults, indicating a promising avenue for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO — Chicago, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MITCHELL, UCHECHI ACHOLONU — UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO
- Study coordinator: MITCHELL, UCHECHI ACHOLONU
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.