Improving brain imaging techniques for Alzheimer's and related dementias
Neuroimaging Core
This study is working on improving brain scans to help doctors better diagnose and track Alzheimer's and similar diseases, making it easier to find early signs of these conditions and see how well new treatments are working.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mayo Clinic Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10889904 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing brain imaging methods to better diagnose and monitor Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders. By creating a neuroimaging core, the project aims to standardize imaging protocols across multiple clinical sites, ensuring high-quality data collection. This will allow researchers to identify early biomarkers of disease and assess the effectiveness of new treatments in clinical trials. The collected imaging data will be made publicly available to advance understanding in the field.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals at risk for Alzheimer's disease or those in the early stages of dementia.
Not a fit: Patients with advanced Alzheimer's disease or those not exhibiting any symptoms of neurodegeneration may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier and more accurate diagnoses of Alzheimer's disease, improving treatment outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that advanced imaging techniques can significantly enhance the understanding and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- Mayo Clinic Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kantarci, Kejal — Mayo Clinic Rochester
- Study coordinator: Kantarci, Kejal
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.