Organizing and supporting research on Alzheimer's disease and related dementias
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at National Bureau of Economic Research · NIH-11004475 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing together researchers who are working on Alzheimer's and related conditions to help them share ideas and resources better, which could lead to new discoveries that might help patients in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | National Bureau of Economic Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cambridge, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,095,737 |
| NIH project number | 1U54AG090084-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11004475 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals affected by Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, as well as their caregivers and families.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not affected by Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on providing organizational leadership and support for a consortium dedicated to Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. It aims to integrate various research components into a cohesive program, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among researchers. The administrative core will manage resources, share information, and facilitate training opportunities for early career scholars, ultimately enhancing the research environment and output related to Alzheimer's disease. Patients may benefit indirectly through improved research coordination and dissemination of findings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective strategies and collaborations in the fight against Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that effective organizational support can enhance collaboration and lead to significant advancements in Alzheimer's research.
Where this research is happening
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National Bureau of Economic Research
Cambridge, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcgarry, Kathleen — National Bureau of Economic Research
- Study coordinator: Mcgarry, Kathleen
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.