Improving outreach and recruitment for Alzheimer's disease research

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NIH-funded research Duke University · NIH-10889960

This study is all about reaching out to people in underserved communities to help them learn more about Alzheimer's and brain health, so they can get involved in research and support efforts to fight the disease.

Quick facts

Grant typeP30 center grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionDuke University NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Durham, United States)
Project IDNIH-10889960 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on enhancing outreach and recruitment efforts for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, particularly among underserved communities. It aims to engage both cognitively normal and impaired individuals by providing education and promoting awareness of brain health. The project will leverage existing community programs and partnerships to facilitate participation in research studies, ensuring diverse representation. By implementing personalized approaches, the initiative seeks to empower communities and encourage advocacy for Alzheimer's research.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals aged 21 and older, particularly those from African American communities, who are either cognitively normal or have cognitive impairments.

Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 21 or those who do not belong to the targeted underserved groups may not receive benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased participation of diverse populations in Alzheimer's research, ultimately improving understanding and treatment of the disease.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in similar outreach and recruitment strategies, particularly in enhancing participation from underrepresented groups in clinical studies.

Where this research is happening

Durham, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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