Improving Alzheimer's research and education for Asian and Pacific Americans
Official title: Research Education Core
Funded at Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences · NIH-10906975 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping more diverse scientists get involved in Alzheimer's research, especially to better understand and support older Asian and Pacific Americans, by creating helpful tools and training for new researchers.
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) | $183,192 |
| NIH project number | 5P30AG083257-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10906975 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 21 and older who are affected by Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, particularly within Asian and Pacific American populations.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to the Asian and Pacific American communities or those under 21 years old 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 related dementias (AD/ADRD) research through innovative mentoring and community engagement. It aims to improve the quality and impact of pilot studies involving older Asian and Pacific Americans by utilizing standardized data elements and promoting data sharing. The program will also develop culturally and linguistically appropriate tools for assessing cognition and care in these populations, while providing comprehensive training for new researchers in the field.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and culturally relevant interventions for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in Asian and Pacific American communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in increasing diversity in biomedical research and improving health outcomes through culturally tailored approaches, making this initiative both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
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Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
Newark, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mittelman, Mary Sherman — Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Mittelman, Mary Sherman
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.