Improving participant recruitment from underserved neighborhoods for Alzheimer's research
Recruiting and retaining participants from disadvantaged neighborhoods in registries
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA-IRVINE · NIH-11015802
This study is all about finding better ways to invite and keep people from underrepresented neighborhoods involved in Alzheimer's research, so we can learn more about the disease and make sure everyone has a chance to participate.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA-IRVINE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (IRVINE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11015802 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the recruitment and retention of participants from disadvantaged neighborhoods in clinical registries related to Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. By utilizing both traditional and modern recruitment strategies, the project aims to understand how to effectively include diverse populations at higher risk for Alzheimer's due to social determinants of health. The study will also assess the effectiveness of these registries in facilitating faster enrollment in research and will explore biases that may arise from convenience sampling. Ultimately, the goal is to create a more inclusive and representative participant pool for Alzheimer's research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from underserved neighborhoods who are at increased risk for Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in disadvantaged neighborhoods or who are not at risk for Alzheimer's disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more inclusive clinical trials that better represent diverse populations, ultimately improving treatment outcomes for Alzheimer's disease.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research in participant recruitment for clinical trials, this specific approach to enhancing diversity in Alzheimer's research through registries is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
IRVINE, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA-IRVINE — IRVINE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GRILL, JOSHUA — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA-IRVINE
- Study coordinator: GRILL, JOSHUA
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.
Conditions: Alzheimer's disease and related dementia, Alzheimer's disease and related disorders, Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia, Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder