Understanding cognitive changes in adults with HIV from birth
Immunologic Profiles of Distinct Cognitive Trajectories in Adultswith Perinatal HIV
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON · NIH-10657484
This study is looking at how thinking skills change over time in adults who were born with HIV, and it aims to find out what helps keep their minds sharp by looking at their immune system and brain scans.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SEATTLE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10657484 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how cognitive abilities change over time in adults who were born with HIV. It focuses on understanding the immune responses and biological markers that may protect against cognitive decline in this population. By studying a group of adults with perinatally acquired HIV in Connecticut, the research aims to identify factors that contribute to better cognitive outcomes. The approach includes evaluating cognitive performance alongside immune system markers and brain imaging to uncover potential neuroprotective mechanisms.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults who were born with HIV and are currently living with the condition.
Not a fit: Patients who acquired HIV later in life or those without cognitive impairment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new strategies for improving cognitive health in adults living with perinatally acquired HIV.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been some research on cognitive outcomes in adults with HIV, this specific focus on perinatally acquired HIV and its unique immune responses is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
SEATTLE, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON — SEATTLE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: PATEL, PAYAL — UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
- Study coordinator: PATEL, PAYAL
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.
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