Understanding biomarkers in Alzheimer's disease across diverse populations
HABS-HD - Core A - Admin Core
This study is looking at how different factors related to Alzheimer's disease and similar conditions affect people from various backgrounds, so we can better understand the disease and improve treatments for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of North Texas Hlth Sci Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fort Worth, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10916328 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the Health & Aging Brain Study – Health Disparities (HABS-HD), which aims to enhance our understanding of biomarkers related to Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The Administrative Core (Core A) plays a crucial role in managing and coordinating the study's various components, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among researchers. By addressing health disparities, the study seeks to gather data from diverse populations to fill critical gaps in existing literature. This work is particularly timely given recent advancements in Alzheimer's treatments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals aged 21 and older who are affected by Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 21 or do not have Alzheimer's disease or related dementias 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, particularly in underrepresented populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding Alzheimer's biomarkers, but this study aims to address health disparities, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Fort Worth, United States
- University of North Texas Hlth Sci Ctr — Fort Worth, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: O'bryant, Sid E — University of North Texas Hlth Sci Ctr
- Study coordinator: O'bryant, Sid E
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.