Improving Alzheimer's disease research participation among older adults
Clinical Core
This study is all about getting more older adults involved in research about Alzheimer's and related conditions, especially those who are healthy or have mild memory issues, and it aims to make sure everyone, including the African American community, has a chance to participate and help gather important information for future studies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10470725 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the recruitment of older adults into Alzheimer's disease and related dementia research. It aims to build a strong infrastructure that engages community members, particularly targeting those who are cognitively unimpaired or have mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease. The project will utilize a large existing registry and collaborate with local organizations to ensure diverse participation, especially from the African American community. Participants will contribute to the collection of clinical, cognitive, neuroimaging, genetic, and biospecimen data to support future research efforts.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 60 and above, whether cognitively unimpaired or diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 60 or do not have cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in enhancing recruitment strategies for Alzheimer's disease studies, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
Nashville, United States
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center — Nashville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Newhouse, Paul a. — Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Newhouse, Paul a.
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.