Exploring how work and activities affect brain health in older adults worldwide.
Engaging Aging Minds: Labor Force Participation, Stimulating Activities, and Cognitive Aging Across Diverse International Settings.
This study looks at how staying active and involved in different activities can help older adults in low- and middle-income countries keep their minds sharp and lower the risk of Alzheimer's and other memory issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10939905 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between labor force participation, stimulating activities, and cognitive aging, particularly focusing on older adults in low- and middle-income countries. It aims to understand how staying active and engaged can help reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. By comparing data from diverse populations, the study seeks to identify effective strategies that promote cognitive health across different cultural and economic contexts. The findings could lead to tailored interventions that support cognitive function in aging populations globally.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults, particularly those living in low- and middle-income countries, who are at risk for cognitive decline.
Not a fit: Patients who are not elderly or do not have concerns about cognitive aging may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide valuable insights into preventing cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease in older adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the impact of engagement on cognitive health, but this study aims to explore these effects in underrepresented populations, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Health Sciences — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zhang, Yuan S — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Zhang, Yuan S
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.