Understanding and characterizing early stages of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias

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NIH-funded research Indiana University Indianapolis · NIH-10873076

This study is looking for people in the early stages of Alzheimer's and similar memory issues, including those who may not yet show symptoms, to help gather important information and samples that can improve understanding and support for everyone affected by these conditions.

Quick facts

Grant typeP30 center grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionIndiana University Indianapolis NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Indianapolis, United States)
Project IDNIH-10873076 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on identifying and clinically characterizing patients who are in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease (AD) and related dementias. It aims to include individuals who are asymptomatic, early symptomatic, or affected by hereditary forms of AD, as well as those with genetically distinct non-AD dementias. Participants will contribute to the collection of various biological samples and neuroimaging data, which will be used for further research and collaboration with other studies. The project also emphasizes education and support for affected individuals and their families.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals with early symptomatic or preclinical Alzheimer's disease, as well as those from families with hereditary Alzheimer's or related dementias.

Not a fit: Patients with advanced Alzheimer's disease or those without any familial or genetic predisposition to dementia may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and earlier diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, potentially improving treatment options for patients.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in characterizing early stages of Alzheimer's disease, indicating that this approach is supported by existing findings.

Where this research is happening

Indianapolis, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions Alzheimer disease dementiaAlzheimer syndromeAlzheimer's DiseaseAlzheimer's disease and related dementia
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