Understanding changes in thought related to Alzheimer's disease and dementia in older adults
Adult Changes in Thought (ACT) Research Program Core A: Administrative Core
This study is looking at how thinking changes in older adults, especially those who might be at risk for Alzheimer's and similar conditions, and it aims to gather more information to help everyone understand brain health better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11124762 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research program aims to enhance the understanding of how thought processes change in older adults, particularly those at risk for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. It will involve enrolling more participants, improving follow-up methods, and utilizing advanced neuroimaging techniques to gather data on brain health. The program will also support various projects that explore the range of cognitive functioning from healthy aging to dementia. Additionally, it will focus on sharing findings and resources with the broader research community to foster collaboration.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults, particularly those who may be experiencing cognitive changes or are at risk for Alzheimer's disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 21 years old or do not have any cognitive concerns may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and potentially improved interventions for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding cognitive changes in aging populations, making this approach promising.
Where this research is happening
Oakland, UNITED STATES
- Kaiser Foundation Research Institute — Oakland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Johnson, Katierose — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Johnson, Katierose
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.