How attention and goals affect memory in aging individuals
Effects of attention and goal-state lapses on memory in healthy and pathological aging
This study is looking at how focusing our attention and setting goals can affect memory, especially in older adults and those with Alzheimer's, to find ways to help improve memory as we age.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10788359 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how changes in attention and goal-setting impact memory in both healthy and aging individuals. By using advanced techniques like EEG and fMRI, the study aims to understand how these factors contribute to memory decline associated with aging and Alzheimer's disease. Participants will engage in tasks designed to measure their attention and memory performance, allowing researchers to analyze the neural mechanisms involved. The goal is to identify specific patterns that could help improve memory function in older adults.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are healthy older adults aged 65-79 and younger adults aged 18-30.
Not a fit: Patients with diagnosed Alzheimer's disease or significant cognitive impairment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new strategies for enhancing memory and cognitive function in older adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the relationship between attention and memory in aging, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wagner, Anthony D — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Wagner, Anthony D
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.