Testing new ways to help patients with dementia and their caregivers.
Pilot Studies Core
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · BROWN UNIVERSITY · NIH-10673668
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 really help improve their care.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BROWN UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PROVIDENCE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10673668 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
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 dementia.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include patients diagnosed with various forms of dementia, such as Alzheimer's disease, and their caregivers.
Not a fit: Patients with non-dementia related cognitive impairments or those not involved in caregiving may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved care strategies for patients with dementia and their caregivers, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using pragmatic clinical trials to improve healthcare interventions, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
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.
Conditions: Alzheimer disease dementia, Alzheimer syndrome, Alzheimer's Disease