Supporting Alzheimer's Disease Research at the University of Kansas
Core B: Clinical Core
This center helps researchers learn more about Alzheimer's disease and related conditions by providing resources like patient data, samples, and support for clinical studies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kansas Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kansas City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11123103 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This center at the University of Kansas is dedicated to advancing our understanding of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. It acts as a central hub, offering researchers access to valuable patient information, biological samples, and a pool of individuals who wish to participate in studies. The center also provides the necessary support and infrastructure for new clinical trials and ongoing long-term studies. By connecting researchers with these vital resources, the center aims to speed up the discovery of new ways to prevent, diagnose, and treat these conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Individuals with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, or those interested in contributing to research, may be eligible to participate in studies supported by this core.
Not a fit: Patients not directly participating in studies supported by this core may not experience immediate personal benefit.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this core's support could lead to new discoveries and improved treatments for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
How similar studies have performed: Clinical cores like this one are a standard and successful model for accelerating research by providing essential infrastructure and resources to many different studies.
Where this research is happening
Kansas City, United States
- University of Kansas Medical Center — Kansas City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Burns, Jeffrey Murray — University of Kansas Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Burns, Jeffrey Murray
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.