Improving diagnosis and understanding of Alzheimer's disease in diverse populations
Core C: Adjudication and Phenotype Harmonization
This study is working to improve how we diagnose Alzheimer's disease by gathering and analyzing information from a diverse group of 13,000 people, so that everyone, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, can benefit from better research and understanding of the condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Miami School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Coral Gables, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10892909 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating high-quality clinical diagnoses and harmonized phenotypes for Alzheimer's disease, particularly emphasizing underrepresented groups. It involves the adjudication of clinical data from 13,000 participants across the US and African cohorts, ensuring that the findings are applicable to a diverse population. The project aims to standardize and enhance the quality of data used in Alzheimer's research, which will be made available to other investigators for further studies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or those who are part of diverse populations affected by dementia.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and treatment options for Alzheimer's disease, particularly in populations that have been historically underrepresented in research.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research efforts have shown promise in enhancing the understanding of genetic factors in Alzheimer's disease, particularly in diverse populations, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Coral Gables, United States
- University of Miami School of Medicine — Coral Gables, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cuccaro, Michael L — University of Miami School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Cuccaro, Michael L
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.