Understanding Alzheimer's Disease in older Asian Americans
Research Infrastructure for the study of Alzheimer's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease-related dementias in older Asian Americans
This study is looking at how personal life factors affect the risk of Alzheimer's Disease in older Asian Americans, and it aims to gather important information to help improve care for this often-overlooked group.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10929512 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the increasing risk of Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias among older Asian Americans, a group that is often underrepresented in clinical studies. By examining social determinants of health and their impact on Alzheimer's, the research aims to identify how personal circumstances influence health outcomes. The study will utilize validated cognitive tests and culturally relevant assessments in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese to gather data from participants. The goal is to develop a robust research infrastructure that can better address the unique needs of this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older Asian Americans who may be at risk for Alzheimer's Disease or related dementias.
Not a fit: Patients who are not of Asian descent or those who do not have concerns related to Alzheimer's Disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of Alzheimer's Disease specifically tailored for older Asian Americans.
How similar studies have performed: While research on Alzheimer's Disease is extensive, this specific focus on older Asian Americans and the integration of social determinants of health is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Li, Clara — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Li, Clara
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.