Investigating brain changes in Alzheimer's disease using neuroimaging biomarkers
Official title: Development and evaluation of neuroimaging biomarkers of structural and functional network degeneration in Alzheimer’s disease
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Science Center · NIH-11070571 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how changes in the brain are connected to Alzheimer's disease, with the goal of finding better ways to track and diagnose the condition using advanced brain scans.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Science Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Antonio, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2025 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $42,011 |
| NIH project number | 1F30AG087698-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11070571 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, those with mild cognitive impairment, and healthy individuals for comparison.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with other forms of dementia unrelated to Alzheimer's may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how structural and functional changes in the brain relate to Alzheimer's disease. By utilizing advanced neuroimaging techniques, the study aims to develop new biomarkers that can better reflect the progression of the disease. The approach involves creating models based on existing data and validating them with new brain imaging from patients at different stages of Alzheimer's. This could lead to improved methods for diagnosing and monitoring the disease.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnosis and monitoring of Alzheimer's disease, ultimately improving patient care.
How similar studies have gone: Similar approaches have shown success in other neurological conditions, suggesting potential for this method in Alzheimer's research.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Science Center
San Antonio, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dang, Annie — University of Texas Hlth Science Center
- Study coordinator: Dang, Annie
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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.