Investigating Alzheimer's disease in minority aging populations
Native Alzheimer Disease Resource Center for Minority Aging Research (NAD-RCMAR)
This study is looking into Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in American Indian and Alaska Native communities to find out what makes them different and how they can be better supported, while also helping new researchers learn how to tackle these important issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| 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-10907793 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) specifically in American Indian and Alaska Native populations. It aims to identify unique risk factors and resilience strategies that affect these communities, which often face significant health disparities. By utilizing mentoring and structured analytic techniques, the project supports early-stage investigators in conducting pilot studies that address these critical issues. The goal is to adapt diagnostic and risk stratification methods to better serve these populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include American Indian and Alaska Native individuals who are at risk for or diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to American Indian or Alaska Native communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnosis and treatment strategies for Alzheimer's disease in minority aging populations.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been research on Alzheimer's disease in various populations, this specific focus on American Indian and Alaska Native communities is relatively novel and addresses a significant gap in existing studies.
Where this research is happening
Coral Gables, United States
- University of Miami School of Medicine — Coral Gables, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Suchy-Dicey, Astrid M — University of Miami School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Suchy-Dicey, Astrid M
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.