Training program to advance research in Alzheimer's disease and related dementias
Official title: Translational Research in Alzheimer's Disease and related Dementias (TRADD)
Funded at University of Arizona · NIH-10911877 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program at the University of Arizona is training future researchers and doctors to work together on finding new treatments for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, helping them build important skills along the way.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Arizona NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tucson, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $305,754 |
| NIH project number | 5T32AG082631-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10911877 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation would include individuals pursuing advanced degrees in fields related to neuroscience, medicine, or pharmacology with a focus on Alzheimer's research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in academic training or research programs may not directly benefit from this initiative.
What this research studies
This program at the University of Arizona focuses on training predoctoral Ph.D. and M.D./Ph.D. fellows in the field of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. It aims to bridge knowledge gaps in therapeutic discovery and preclinical development through a problem-based learning approach. Trainees will work collaboratively across various scientific disciplines to tackle challenges in developing new treatments, while also gaining essential career development and leadership skills. The program emphasizes the importance of team science and multidisciplinary collaboration in advancing Alzheimer's research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved therapeutic strategies for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research initiatives in translational training for Alzheimer's have shown promise in enhancing therapeutic development, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Arizona
Tucson, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brinton, Roberta Eileen — University of Arizona
- Study coordinator: Brinton, Roberta Eileen
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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.