Improving Alzheimer's and dementia research for Asian and Pacific American communities
Official title: Analytical Core
Funded at Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences · NIH-10906974 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to include more Asian and Pacific American scientists in Alzheimer's and dementia research, so they can help create better tools and resources for understanding and caring for people with these conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | August 15, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $132,798 |
| NIH project number | 5P30AG083257-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10906974 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are older adults from Asian and Pacific American backgrounds who are experiencing Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to Asian or Pacific American communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the representation of underrepresented scientists in Alzheimer's and dementia-related studies, particularly among Asian and Pacific American populations. It aims to improve the quality and impact of pilot studies by utilizing standardized data elements and promoting data-sharing practices. The project will also provide culturally and linguistically validated tools to assess cognitive function and care for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. By fostering community interaction and mentorship, the initiative seeks to advance understanding and treatment of these conditions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and culturally appropriate interventions for Alzheimer's and related dementias in diverse populations.
How similar studies have gone: Similar research initiatives have shown promise in enhancing representation and improving outcomes in diverse populations, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
Newark, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Crystal, Stephen — Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Crystal, Stephen
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.