Improving understanding and treatment of Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
Data Core
This study is working to improve how we understand Alzheimer's disease, especially for African American adults who are at greater risk, by creating better tools and resources for researchers and offering helpful information for patients and families.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wake Forest University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Winston-Salem, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10874732 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the infrastructure for studying Alzheimer's disease and related disorders (ADRD) at Wake Forest University. It aims to provide robust data management and analytical support to researchers, particularly emphasizing the participation of African American adults who are at higher risk for ADRD. The project will develop specialized resources to explore the metabolic and vascular factors contributing to Alzheimer's, while also offering educational programs for patients, families, and healthcare professionals. By optimizing data quality and study integrity, the initiative seeks to facilitate groundbreaking discoveries in prevention and treatment strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include African American adults aged 21 and older who are at risk for Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 21 or do not have a risk factor for Alzheimer's disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, particularly for at-risk populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in similar approaches that focus on enhancing data management and community engagement in Alzheimer's research.
Where this research is happening
Winston-Salem, United States
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences — Winston-Salem, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Espeland, Mark Andrew — Wake Forest University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Espeland, Mark Andrew
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.