Exploring how social vulnerability and environmental factors affect Alzheimer's disease disparities.
Investigating Social Vulnerability, Environmental Exposures, and Alzheimer's Disease Disparities in the United States National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES)
This study is looking at how social challenges can affect the chances of developing Alzheimer's and related dementias, especially for older adults who may not have equal access to healthcare, and it aims to create a helpful tool to identify those at risk so that better support and resources can be provided.
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-11142731 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of social vulnerability on the incidence of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD), particularly in populations that face healthcare disparities. The project aims to develop a Social Vulnerability Index (SVI) specifically for aging communities, using advanced statistical methods to analyze data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). By examining the relationship between exposure to heavy metals and ADRD, the research seeks to identify at-risk groups and inform targeted healthcare interventions. Patients may benefit from improved understanding and resources tailored to their specific vulnerabilities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include older adults from socially vulnerable backgrounds who may be at risk for Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have social vulnerabilities or are not at risk for Alzheimer's disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better-targeted interventions and resources for socially vulnerable populations at risk for Alzheimer's disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using social vulnerability indices to identify at-risk populations, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Park, Sung Kyun — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Park, Sung Kyun
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.