Exploring health disparities in Alzheimer's disease among ethnic minorities
Official title: Health Disparities in Alzheimers and Related Diseases
Funded at University of Georgia · NIH-11162642 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing together experts to talk about how we can better understand and tackle the challenges of Alzheimer's and related dementias in African American and Latino communities, so we can find ways to help those groups more effectively.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Georgia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Athens, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $14,368 |
| NIH project number | 7R13AG069380-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11162642 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds, particularly African Americans and Latinos, who are at risk for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to the targeted ethnic groups or those who do not have a family history of Alzheimer's disease may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on a series of conferences aimed at understanding and addressing the inequities in Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementia (ADRD) among ethnic minorities in the United States. It employs an interdisciplinary approach, examining how genetic factors, environmental exposures, and lifestyle choices interact to influence the risk of ADRD, particularly in African American and Latino populations. The goal is to enhance knowledge that can lead to better disease modification strategies and interventions tailored for underrepresented groups. By bringing together experts from various fields, the conferences aim to foster collaboration and innovation in addressing these critical health disparities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and targeted interventions for Alzheimer's disease in ethnic minority populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in addressing health disparities in other chronic diseases among ethnic minorities, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights for Alzheimer's disease as well.
Where this research is happening
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University of Georgia
Athens, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Richardson, Jason R — University of Georgia
- Study coordinator: Richardson, Jason R
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.