Investigating Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in older adults
Core H: Religious Orders Study Core
This study is looking for older Catholic men and women to help us learn more about what causes Alzheimer's disease and how it develops, so we can find ways to prevent it; participants will have yearly check-ups and may donate blood and brain tissue to support this important research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rush University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10873158 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the causes, progression, and potential prevention of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias by enrolling older Catholic religious men and women. Participants will undergo annual clinical evaluations, blood draws, and brain donations to support various studies. The research aims to link risk factors to cognitive impairment and dementia, while also exploring the biological mechanisms involved. By facilitating collaboration and data sharing among researchers, this project seeks to advance knowledge in the field of Alzheimer's disease.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are older Catholic religious men and women who are willing to undergo annual evaluations and contribute to research.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to the specified religious group or are not in the older age category may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies and treatments for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in studying Alzheimer's disease through similar cohort approaches, indicating the potential for impactful findings.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Rush University Medical Center — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bennett, David Alan — Rush University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Bennett, David Alan
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.