Research on preventing and treating Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
Boston University Alzheimer's Disease Research Center
The Boston University Alzheimer's Disease Research Center is working to find ways to prevent and treat Alzheimer's and related memory issues, and they want to help people by discovering the early signs of these conditions through research and community involvement.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University Medical Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10873337 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Boston University Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (BU ADRC) focuses on preventing and effectively treating Alzheimer's disease (AD) and related dementias (ADRD). The center aims to identify early and pre-symptomatic stages of these conditions through innovative research and community engagement. It operates through various specialized cores that facilitate clinical research, data management, biomarker analysis, and public outreach. By collaborating with national initiatives, the BU ADRC contributes valuable data and expertise to advance understanding and treatment of AD/ADRD.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals at risk for Alzheimer's disease or those in the early stages of dementia.
Not a fit: Patients with advanced Alzheimer's disease or unrelated cognitive impairments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies and treatments for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research initiatives focused on Alzheimer's disease have shown promising results, indicating that this approach is built on a foundation of successful methodologies.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston University Medical Campus — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mckee, Ann C. — Boston University Medical Campus
- Study coordinator: Mckee, Ann C.
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.