Enhancing Alzheimer’s research participation among Asian Americans and Latinx communities.
Improving Inclusivity of Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Research for Asian Americans and Latinx through Nationally Representative Hybrid Sampling.
This study is working to include more Asian American and Latinx individuals in research about Alzheimer’s and related conditions, using a friendly approach to connect with people in these communities so their voices can help improve understanding and treatment of these diseases.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11060885 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to improve the representation of Asian American and Latinx populations in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) research. It utilizes a novel Hybrid Sampling approach to create a nationally representative panel of middle-aged and older adults, focusing on seven specific minority groups. By employing a push-to-Web method, the study seeks to engage participants through their social networks, ensuring that those who are often hard to reach can contribute to important research data. This inclusive approach is designed to address existing health disparities in ADRD understanding and treatment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are middle-aged and older adults from Asian American and Latinx backgrounds, particularly those from Afro Latinx, Chinese, Asian Indian, Filipino, Korean, and Vietnamese communities.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to the targeted minority groups or are younger than 50 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and treatment options for Alzheimer’s and related dementias in diverse populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that inclusive sampling methods can successfully engage underrepresented populations in health studies, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lee, Sung-Hee — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Lee, Sung-Hee
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.