Understanding Alzheimer's and dementia in Asian and Pacific Americans
Official title: Resource Center for Alzheimer's and Dementia Research in Asian and Pacific Americans
Funded at Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences · NIH-10906971 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how common Alzheimer's and related dementias are among older Asian and Pacific Americans in the New York City/New Jersey area, and it aims to create better ways to diagnose and support them while also helping more diverse scientists get involved in this important work.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | August 15, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $706,674 |
| NIH project number | 5P30AG083257-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10906971 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older Asian and Pacific Americans, particularly those aged 65 and older, who may be experiencing symptoms of Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not of Asian or Pacific American descent or those under the age of 65 may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the growing population of Asian and Pacific Americans (APAs) aged 65 and older, particularly in the New York City/New Jersey area, to better understand the prevalence and impact of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. It aims to address the underdiagnosis of these conditions in older APAs by developing culturally and linguistically appropriate tools and systems. The project will also enhance the involvement of underrepresented scientists in this field through innovative mentoring and community engagement. By sharing data and improving pilot studies, the research seeks to provide better care and support for older APAs facing these challenges.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnosis and care for Alzheimer's and related dementias in older Asian and Pacific Americans.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in addressing health disparities in minority populations, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
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Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
Newark, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hu, William Tzu-Lung — Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Hu, William Tzu-Lung
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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.