Memory support for older Chinese Americans with mild cognitive impairment
Official title: A Pilot of Memory Support System for Older Chinese Americans with Mild Cognitive Impairment
Funded at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai · NIH-10929557 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a special memory support program just for older Chinese Americans with mild cognitive impairment, helping them feel more confident about their memory and improve their daily lives, while also including their family or friends for extra support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | May 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $550,256 |
| NIH project number | 5R61AG083582-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10929557 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older Chinese Americans who are experiencing mild cognitive impairment and may benefit from culturally appropriate memory support interventions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not of Chinese descent or those who do not have mild cognitive impairment may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a culturally tailored Memory Support System (MSS) for older Chinese Americans experiencing mild cognitive impairment. By utilizing Chinese language translations of clinical measures and cognitive tests, the project aims to include this historically underrepresented group in Alzheimer's Disease and related dementia research. The MSS is a non-pharmacological intervention designed to enhance memory self-efficacy, improve daily functioning, and boost overall quality of life for participants. The study will also involve their study partners to ensure comprehensive support.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life and cognitive functioning for older Chinese Americans with mild cognitive impairment.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results with similar culturally tailored interventions, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Li, Clara — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Li, Clara
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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.