Testing new ways to help patients with Alzheimer's and their caregivers.
Pilot Studies Core
This study is all about finding better ways to support people with dementia and their caregivers in everyday healthcare settings, by testing new programs that can help improve their care and make life a little easier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11092543 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and testing interventions for patients with dementia and their caregivers in real-world healthcare settings. It aims to conduct pragmatic clinical trials that are integrated into healthcare systems, addressing the unique challenges faced by this vulnerable population. The project will fund over 30 pilot studies, providing technical assistance and training to ensure successful implementation and adaptation of these interventions. By building investigator capacity and refining methodologies, the research seeks to improve care for individuals with Alzheimer's and related dementias.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias and their caregivers.
Not a fit: Patients with other forms of dementia not related to Alzheimer's may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective care strategies for patients with Alzheimer's and their caregivers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar pragmatic clinical trial approaches in other health conditions, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this area as well.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Brown University — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brody, Abraham Aizer — Brown University
- Study coordinator: Brody, Abraham Aizer
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.