Understanding Alzheimer's disease in Asian older adults
Official title: Core C: Clinical Core
Funded at University of Pennsylvania · NIH-10878675 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help older Asian adults by creating better ways to diagnose Alzheimer's disease and mild cognitive impairment, using information that respects their cultural backgrounds and experiences.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $139,477 |
| NIH project number | 5U19AG079774-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10878675 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include Asian older adults who are diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, mild cognitive impairment, or are cognitively normal.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside of the Asian demographic or those with other forms of dementia unrelated to Alzheimer's may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on gathering and analyzing data from Asian older adults to accurately diagnose Alzheimer's disease and mild cognitive impairment. It aims to create culturally and linguistically appropriate assessment tools tailored for diverse Asian subgroups. By collecting information on lifestyle, medical history, and neurological findings, the project seeks to identify genetic and non-genetic risk factors for Alzheimer's disease within Asian American and Asian Canadian populations. The research will continuously refine its data collection methods to ensure cultural sensitivity and validity.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnosis and understanding of Alzheimer's disease in Asian populations, ultimately enhancing patient care.
How similar studies have gone: This research is pioneering in its approach to studying Alzheimer's disease specifically within Asian populations, making it a novel effort.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Henderson, Victor — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Henderson, Victor
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.