Improving Alzheimer’s research for African American and Hispanic communities
Mayo Advancing Research Equity in ADRD Study in Jacksonville(MAREAS-Jax)
This study is looking to better understand why Alzheimer’s disease affects Hispanic and African American communities more and aims to gather important information from these groups to help create better prevention and treatment options for everyone at risk.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mayo Clinic Jacksonville NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Jacksonville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10929559 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the underrepresentation of Hispanic and African American populations in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia studies. It aims to identify the clinical and social factors that contribute to the higher prevalence of dementia in these groups. By engaging these communities through targeted outreach and recruitment strategies, the project seeks to gather valuable data that can inform the development of effective prevention and treatment strategies. The ultimate goal is to reduce health disparities and improve outcomes for individuals at risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include Hispanic and African American individuals who are at risk for or diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Hispanic or African American may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective prevention and treatment strategies for Alzheimer’s disease tailored to the needs of underrepresented populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in addressing health disparities through targeted community engagement and tailored interventions, suggesting this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Jacksonville, United States
- Mayo Clinic Jacksonville — Jacksonville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lachner, Christian — Mayo Clinic Jacksonville
- Study coordinator: Lachner, Christian
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.