Understanding advance care planning for older adults with Alzheimer's and related dementias
Official title: Exploring Advance Care Planning Among Older Adults Across Racial, Ethnic, and Cognitive Differences Using Data Science
Funded at Clemson University · NIH-10885368 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how older adults with Alzheimer's and related dementias from different racial and ethnic backgrounds make plans for their future healthcare, and it aims to improve the care they receive at the end of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Clemson University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Clemson, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $131,355 |
| NIH project number | 1K01AG081485-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10885368 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include older adults aged 21 and above who have Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, particularly those from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, or those who are not part of the targeted racial and ethnic groups may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how advance care planning (ACP) varies among older adults with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) across different racial and ethnic backgrounds. By utilizing large datasets and advanced data science techniques, the study aims to uncover how cognitive differences influence healthcare decisions and the quality of care perceived by caregivers. The research will also focus on training in data science to enhance understanding of these complex interactions, ultimately aiming to improve end-of-life care for minority populations affected by ADRD.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved decision-making processes and better end-of-life care for older adults with Alzheimer's and their caregivers.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that data-driven approaches can effectively identify disparities in healthcare, suggesting potential for success in this novel investigation.
Where this research is happening
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Clemson University
Clemson, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rahemi, Zahra — Clemson University
- Study coordinator: Rahemi, Zahra
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.