Investigating how obesity affects the risk of Alzheimer's disease across different ages and genders.
Official title: Addressing biases and evaluating gender differences in lifecourse obesity and risk of ADRD in a diverse cohort
Funded at University of California at Davis · NIH-10994551 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how being overweight at different ages might affect the chances of developing Alzheimer's and other memory problems, and it wants to hear from people about their health experiences to better understand this connection.
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 start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $41,972 |
| NIH project number | 1F31AG089914-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10994551 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from diverse backgrounds, particularly African Americans, who are concerned about obesity and its impact on cognitive health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not affected by obesity or do not have concerns about Alzheimer's disease may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research examines the relationship between obesity at various life stages and the risk of Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias (ADRD). It focuses on understanding how obesity may act as a risk or protective factor for cognitive decline, particularly in diverse populations. By analyzing data from three well-characterized cohort studies, the research aims to address biases that may affect previous findings and provide a clearer picture of how obesity impacts brain health over time. Patients may be asked to share their health histories and participate in assessments to contribute to this important work.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing Alzheimer's disease and related dementias by identifying critical periods for obesity intervention.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing modifiable risk factors like obesity can significantly impact health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of California at Davis
Davis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Meunier, Claire Christiane — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Meunier, Claire Christiane
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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.