Exploring health equity in Alzheimer's and dementia care.
Official title: Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) Advancements: Towards Health Equity in Alzheimer’s andall other Dementias
Funded at Alzheimer's Association · NIH-10906625 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about figuring out why some groups, like African Americans and American Indians/Alaska Natives, may be at a higher risk for dementia, and it brings together experts to talk about how different factors in their lives might play a role, with the goal of raising awareness and helping future research on Alzheimer's and related conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Alzheimer's Association NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $66,755 |
| NIH project number | 1R13AG087671-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10906625 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from minoritized populations, particularly African Americans and American Indians/Alaska Natives, who are at higher risk for dementia.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to the targeted minoritized populations may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the disparities in dementia risk among minoritized populations, including African Americans and American Indians/Alaska Natives. It aims to gather researchers to discuss the impact of biological, structural, and life-course factors on dementia in these underserved groups. The project will host a series of conferences and workshops to promote dialogue and collaboration among experts in the field. By addressing these disparities, the research seeks to improve awareness and inform future studies on Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and strategies for reducing dementia risk in underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences addressing health disparities in dementia have shown promise in fostering collaboration and generating new insights, indicating a positive trajectory for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Alzheimer's Association
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carrillo, Maria C — Alzheimer's Association
- Study coordinator: Carrillo, Maria C
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.