Understanding Alzheimer's disease and related dementias through diverse participant recruitment
Clinical Core
['FUNDING_P30'] · DUKE UNIVERSITY · NIH-10889950
This study is looking for people from different backgrounds and ages, especially those in rural areas and African American communities, to help researchers learn more about Alzheimer's disease and what affects its development, so they can better understand and address health differences.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_P30'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | DUKE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (DURHAM, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10889950 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on recruiting and following a diverse group of individuals to gather important data on Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Participants will undergo clinical evaluations and provide biomarker data, which will help researchers at Duke and UNC investigate the factors influencing the development and progression of Alzheimer's. The study aims to include a wide range of ages and backgrounds, particularly targeting rural and African American populations to address health disparities. By creating a large cohort of participants, the research seeks to identify changes across the lifespan that may contribute to Alzheimer's disease.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are individuals aged 45 to 80, including those who are cognitively normal as well as those with mild cognitive impairment or dementia.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 45 to 80 or those with other unrelated cognitive disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding Alzheimer's disease through diverse participant cohorts, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
DURHAM, UNITED STATES
- DUKE UNIVERSITY — DURHAM, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: O'BRIEN, RICHARD J — DUKE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: O'BRIEN, RICHARD J
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.
Conditions: Alzheimer disease dementia