Investigating how living in different neighborhoods affects the risk of Alzheimer's disease in diverse older adults
Lifecourse Residential Segregation, Ethnic Enclaves and Risk and Resilience to ADRD in Diverse Cohorts
This study is looking at how where you live might affect the chances of getting Alzheimer's disease and related dementia, especially for older Black and Hispanic/Latinx adults, to see if living in neighborhoods with people from the same background helps or hurts brain health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10993105 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research examines the impact of residential segregation on the risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementia (ADRD) among older adults, particularly focusing on Black and Hispanic/Latinx populations. It aims to understand how living in ethnic enclaves may either increase or decrease the risk of cognitive decline and ADRD. By analyzing data from two longitudinal studies, the project will assess various factors such as education and poverty rates that may influence this relationship. Participants will undergo cognitive assessments and neuroimaging to gather comprehensive data on brain health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 65 and above, particularly those from Black and Hispanic/Latinx communities living in Northern California.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 65 or those not residing in the targeted geographic area may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding of how neighborhood environments affect cognitive health, potentially informing public health strategies to reduce ADRD risk.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown mixed results regarding the effects of residential segregation on cognitive decline, indicating that this research could provide novel insights into this complex relationship.
Where this research is happening
Davis, United States
- University of California at Davis — Davis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lor, Yi — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Lor, Yi
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.