Exploring the link between emotional well-being and brain aging
Network For Emotional Wellbeing And Brain Aging (NEW Brain Aging)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER · NIH-11034254
This study is looking at how feeling good emotionally can affect brain aging and possibly help with conditions like Alzheimer's, and it's for older adults who want to understand how their emotional health might influence their brain health.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11034254 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how emotional well-being (EWB) is related to brain aging and its impact on conditions like Alzheimer's disease. It aims to understand the mechanisms by which brain aging affects EWB and how EWB may influence the risk and progression of neurodegenerative diseases. The study will synthesize existing literature and involve a collaborative network of experts in both human and animal neuroimaging. By examining these relationships, the research seeks to uncover how emotional health can contribute to brain health in older adults.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include older adults who are interested in understanding the relationship between their emotional health and brain aging.
Not a fit: Patients with acute neurological conditions or those not experiencing any cognitive decline may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new strategies for promoting emotional well-being as a means to enhance brain health and potentially reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results in understanding the connections between emotional well-being and cognitive health, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER — ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: CONWELL, YEATES — UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER
- Study coordinator: CONWELL, YEATES
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.