Investigating how social and behavioral factors affect Alzheimer's Disease in US military veterans
Social and behavioral determinants of health and Alzheimer’s Disease: Cohort study of the US military veteran population
This study is looking at how social and behavioral factors affect the health of US military veterans, especially those with Alzheimer's Disease, by reviewing health records to find out what might increase their risk or worsen their condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Massachusetts Lowell NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lowell, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11076189 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the social and behavioral factors that influence the health of US military veterans, particularly in relation to Alzheimer's Disease (AD). By analyzing electronic health records and utilizing advanced natural language processing techniques, the study aims to identify adverse social determinants of health and their connection to AD. The research will involve reviewing approximately 10,000 health records to extract relevant information about veterans' health and behaviors. This approach seeks to provide a deeper understanding of how these factors contribute to the risk and progression of Alzheimer's Disease among veterans.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are US military veterans aged 65 and older who may be at risk for Alzheimer's Disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are not veterans or those under the age of 65 may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing and managing Alzheimer's Disease in the veteran population.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the impact of social determinants on health outcomes, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Lowell, United States
- University of Massachusetts Lowell — Lowell, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Yu, Hong — University of Massachusetts Lowell
- Study coordinator: Yu, Hong
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.