The relationship between arterial stiffness and brain health in U.S. Hispanics/Latinos
Arterial stiffness, brain morphology, cognition, and dementia in U.S. Hispanics/Latinos
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL · NIH-10318668
This study is looking at how stiff arteries might impact brain health and thinking skills, especially in older Hispanic/Latino adults, to see if there’s a link between heart health and conditions like Alzheimer's disease.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10318668 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how arterial stiffness may affect brain structure and function, particularly in relation to cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease among U.S. Hispanics/Latinos. By measuring arterial stiffness using a non-invasive technique called pulse wave velocity, the study aims to understand the connections between cardiovascular health and brain health in this population. The research will analyze data from a large cohort of Hispanic/Latino participants aged 45 and older, focusing on factors such as sex, obesity, and diabetes that may influence these relationships.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are U.S. Hispanics/Latinos aged 45 and older who may be at risk for cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 45 years old or who do not identify as Hispanic/Latino may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and prevention strategies for cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease in Hispanic/Latino communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the links between cardiovascular health and cognitive decline, but this specific focus on Hispanic/Latino populations is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES
- UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL — CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MEYER, MICHELLE — UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL
- Study coordinator: MEYER, MICHELLE
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's Disease, Alzheimer disease, Alzheimer syndrome