Training researchers to address Alzheimer's disparities in diverse older populations
Academic Leadership Award in Alzheimer's Disease and Aging Research for Chau Trinh-Shevrin, DrPH
This study is all about helping different older communities affected by Alzheimer's and related conditions by training new researchers to work closely with these communities to find better ways to improve care and support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10869927 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the disparities in Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) among diverse older populations. It aims to cultivate a new generation of health disparities researchers through training and mentorship in participatory research methods and systems science approaches. The project will establish a research training program that emphasizes community engagement and innovative frameworks to improve clinical practices and community-based interventions for aging and ADRD. By building a network of faculty and community advisors, the research seeks to enhance the academic capacity to tackle these pressing health issues.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds who are at risk for or affected by Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger or do not belong to racial and ethnic minority groups may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention and treatment strategies for Alzheimer's Disease in diverse populations, ultimately reducing health disparities.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in addressing health disparities through community-engaged approaches, indicating that this methodology is promising.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Trinh-Shevrin, Chau — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Trinh-Shevrin, Chau
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.