Investigating how sleep affects cognitive health in Black and White adults
Psychosocial and Neighborhood Mechanisms and Consequences of Black-White Sleep Disparities on Cognition
This study is looking at how sleep quality affects brain health in Black adults, who may be more likely to face issues like memory loss, and it aims to find out what social and neighborhood factors might be causing differences in sleep between Black and White people, all to help improve brain health for those at risk.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Clemson University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Clemson, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11092346 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the relationship between sleep quality and cognitive health, particularly in Black adults who are at a higher risk for conditions like mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease. The study aims to identify the psychosocial and neighborhood factors that contribute to sleep disparities between Black and White individuals. By conducting annual assessments over three years, researchers will evaluate sleep patterns, cognitive functioning, and various life stressors to uncover the underlying mechanisms of these disparities. The goal is to provide insights that could lead to targeted interventions to improve cognitive health in at-risk populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black adults aged 21 and older who may be experiencing sleep issues or cognitive decline.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Black or do not have concerns related to sleep or cognitive health may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for enhancing sleep quality and cognitive health in Black adults, potentially reducing the risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that addressing sleep quality can have significant positive effects on cognitive health, suggesting that this approach may yield beneficial results.
Where this research is happening
Clemson, United States
- Clemson University — Clemson, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gamaldo, Alyssa Ann — Clemson University
- Study coordinator: Gamaldo, Alyssa Ann
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.