Training future experts in dementia care and research
Training Core
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · BROWN UNIVERSITY · NIH-10673680
This study is all about helping new researchers learn how to improve care for people with Alzheimer's and other dementias, so they can run practical trials that benefit patients and their families.
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-10673680 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the skills of early-career investigators in the field of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (AD/ADRD). It aims to create a national resource for conducting pragmatic clinical trials that improve care for individuals with dementia and their caregivers. The program will provide training and mentorship through collaboration with healthcare systems and other academic institutions, ensuring that participants gain valuable experience and knowledge. By fostering a network of skilled researchers, the initiative seeks to advance the understanding and treatment of dementia.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include early-career MD and PhD students interested in dementia care and research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in academic or clinical research training may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved care strategies for patients with dementia and better support for their caregivers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives in training healthcare professionals and researchers have shown success in improving care outcomes for dementia patients, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
PROVIDENCE, UNITED STATES
- BROWN UNIVERSITY — PROVIDENCE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: CALLAHAN, CHRISTOPHER M — BROWN UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: CALLAHAN, CHRISTOPHER M
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.