Exploring how education and early life factors influence mild cognitive impairment.
Educational and Early Life Predictors of Mild Cognitive Impairment: New Evidence about Mediators and Moderators from High School & Beyond
This study is looking at how your education and early life experiences might affect the development of mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and it will also explore blood tests that could help spot signs of cognitive decline, especially in everyday settings. If you join, you’ll provide a blood sample and take part in some assessments to help us learn more about this important topic.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10745895 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between educational experiences and early life factors on the development of mild cognitive impairment (MCI). It focuses on identifying blood-based biomarkers that may indicate cognitive decline, particularly in community settings. By integrating both established and novel biomarkers, the study aims to understand how these factors interact with known indicators of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD). Patients may be involved in providing blood samples and participating in assessments that contribute to this important research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with a history of educational challenges or early life adversities who may be at risk for cognitive decline.
Not a fit: Patients with established severe cognitive impairment or those not experiencing any cognitive issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and early detection of mild cognitive impairment, potentially guiding preventive strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using biomarkers to predict cognitive decline, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Warren, John Robert — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Warren, John Robert
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.