Exploring how neighborhood greenspace affects brain aging in older adults
Longitudinal associations between neighborhood greenspace and brain aging in cognitively normal older adults
['FUNDING_CAREER'] · UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE · NIH-10821475
This study is looking at whether living in neighborhoods with more parks and greenery can help keep your brain healthy as you age, and it's for older adults who are still thinking clearly.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_CAREER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CORAL GABLES, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10821475 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between the amount of greenspace in neighborhoods and brain aging in cognitively normal older adults. It aims to determine if living in areas with more vegetation and better access to parks can slow cognitive decline and reduce brain atrophy. The study will collect data from three Alzheimer’s Disease Centers, including clinical assessments and brain imaging, alongside neighborhood greenspace measurements. By analyzing these factors, the research seeks to understand how environmental features may influence brain health over time.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are cognitively normal older adults living in neighborhoods with varying levels of greenspace.
Not a fit: Patients with existing cognitive impairments or those not residing in areas with significant greenspace may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health strategies that enhance neighborhood environments to support cognitive health in older adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have suggested a positive association between greenspace and cognitive health, indicating that this research builds on existing findings.
Where this research is happening
CORAL GABLES, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE — CORAL GABLES, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: BESSER, LILAH — UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
- Study coordinator: BESSER, LILAH
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.
Conditions: Alzheimer disease dementia