Investigating how race, ethnicity, and environmental factors contribute to dementia and stroke disparities.
Official title: Race/ethnicity and Environmental Stressors: POtential drivers of Dementia and stroke inequities RESPOnD
Funded at Boston University Medical Campus · NIH-10977266 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how things like air pollution and neighborhood conditions might affect the risk of Alzheimer's and related dementias in older Black and Latino adults, with the hope of finding ways to help keep their minds healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University Medical Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $837,826 |
| NIH project number | 1R01NS139186-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10977266 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older Black and Latino adults who may be at risk for Alzheimer's disease-related dementias.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to the targeted racial or ethnic groups or who are under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research explores the connection between environmental stressors and the increased risk of Alzheimer's disease-related dementias (ADRD) among older Black and Latino adults. It focuses on how factors like air pollution, access to green spaces, and neighborhood conditions may influence vascular risk factors for ADRD. By analyzing data from diverse cohorts over a long period, the study aims to understand the combined effects of these environmental exposures on cognitive health. The goal is to identify potential interventions that could mitigate these risks.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted strategies for reducing dementia and stroke risks in vulnerable populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that environmental factors significantly impact health outcomes, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Boston University Medical Campus
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pescador Jimenez, Marcia Ixchel — Boston University Medical Campus
- Study coordinator: Pescador Jimenez, Marcia Ixchel
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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.