Investigating neuroimaging and biomarkers in older adults with and without COVID-19
Official title: Neuroimaging Core
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Science Center · NIH-10907424 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking for 4,300 people aged 60 and older to help us understand how COVID-19 might affect brain health, especially in relation to conditions like Alzheimer's, by comparing those who had COVID-19 with those who didn't over three years.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Science Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Antonio, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $929,085 |
| NIH project number | 5U19AG076581-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10907424 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 60 and older, particularly those with a history of COVID-19 infection.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are younger than 60 years old or do not have a history of COVID-19 may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research involves a large-scale study that will enroll 4,300 individuals aged 60 and older to examine the effects of COVID-19 on brain health. Participants will be divided into two groups: those with a history of COVID-19 and those without. Over a period of three years, participants will undergo neuroimaging and clinical assessments at three different time points to gather data on brain structure and function, as well as genetic and biomarker information. The study aims to enhance our understanding of how COVID-19 may impact neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's disease.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and management of brain health in older adults, particularly in relation to COVID-19.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using neuroimaging to study Alzheimer's disease and related conditions, making this approach promising.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Science Center
San Antonio, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fox, Peter Thornton — University of Texas Hlth Science Center
- Study coordinator: Fox, Peter Thornton
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.