Investigating Alzheimer's disease risk factors in the Latinx community
Official title: A Population-Based Latinx Community Study of Alzheimer’s Disease
Funded at Rush University Medical Center · NIH-10929513 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at what might increase the risk of Alzheimer's and related memory issues in older Latinx adults, and it aims to gather information from 250 participants to help create better ways to prevent and treat these conditions in the community.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rush University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $516,995 |
| NIH project number | 5UH2AG083289-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10929513 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are older Latinx adults aged 65 and above who may be at risk for Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not part of the Latinx community or those under 65 years of age may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the risk factors associated with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in older Latinx adults, who are at a higher risk for these conditions. The study aims to build a new cohort by engaging with the Latinx community, collecting data from 250 participants, and exploring how factors like cardiovascular health and the impact of COVID-19 contribute to cognitive decline. By addressing the underrepresentation of Latinx individuals in dementia research, the study seeks to develop better treatment and prevention strategies tailored to this population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for Alzheimer's disease specifically tailored for older Latinx adults.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in studying diverse populations for Alzheimer's disease, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rajan, Kumar B. — Rush University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Rajan, Kumar B.
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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.