The impact of neighborhood greenery on cognitive health and vascular outcomes.
Greenness, Cognitive Performance and Vascular Outcomes in the NOMAS Study
This study is looking at how spending time in green spaces, like parks, might help older adults who are at risk for Alzheimer's and other memory issues stay healthier and think better over time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Miami School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Coral Gables, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10883894 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how exposure to green spaces in neighborhoods affects cognitive performance and vascular health, particularly in older adults at risk for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. By examining the relationship between greenness and various health outcomes, including stroke and heart disease, the study aims to identify potential protective factors against cognitive decline. The research will utilize a longitudinal approach, tracking participants over time to assess the cumulative effects of greenness on health. Additionally, it will explore how individual and neighborhood characteristics may influence these outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include older adults, particularly those from racial/ethnic minority backgrounds, who are at risk for Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for cognitive decline or vascular diseases may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new strategies for improving cognitive health and reducing the risk of vascular diseases in older adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results linking environmental factors like greenness to improved health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Coral Gables, United States
- University of Miami School of Medicine — Coral Gables, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brown, Scott Charles — University of Miami School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Brown, Scott Charles
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.