Understanding cognitive aging in Vietnamese Americans
Vietnamese Insights into Cognitive Aging Program (VIP)
This study is looking at how aging affects thinking skills and the risk of Alzheimer's disease in older Vietnamese Americans, and it aims to understand how life experiences and cultural factors play a role, so if you're 65 or older and part of this community, your participation could really help!
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11011358 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the cognitive aging process and risks for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias specifically among Vietnamese Americans, who are the largest Southeast Asian group in the U.S. The study aims to gather data from a community-based cohort of older Vietnamese individuals aged 65 and above living in Northern California. By examining the impact of early life adversity, trauma, and sociocultural factors, the research seeks to identify both risk and resilience factors related to cognitive impairment. Participants will be involved in a longitudinal study that tracks cognitive function over time.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Vietnamese Americans aged 65 and older living in Northern California.
Not a fit: Patients who are not of Vietnamese descent or those younger than 65 years may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and targeted interventions for cognitive health in Vietnamese Americans.
How similar studies have performed: While research on cognitive aging in Asian Americans is limited, similar studies in other minority groups have shown promising results in understanding cognitive health disparities.
Where this research is happening
Davis, United States
- University of California at Davis — Davis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Meyer, Oanh L — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Meyer, Oanh L
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.