Understanding cognitive decline in older Hispanics/Latinos
Official title: Subjective Cognitive Decline and Objective Cognitive Trajectories in Older Hispanics/Latinos
Funded at University of California, San Diego · NIH-11012375 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how older Hispanic and Latino individuals feel about their thinking skills and how those feelings connect to actual changes in their memory and thinking, with the goal of spotting early signs of Alzheimer's disease to help with better diagnosis and care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2021 |
| Project end | January 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $663,961 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AG066657-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11012375 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older Hispanics/Latinos who may be experiencing changes in their cognitive function.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not of Hispanic/Latino descent or who do not have concerns about cognitive decline may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how older Hispanics/Latinos perceive changes in their cognitive abilities and how these perceptions relate to actual cognitive decline. The study aims to identify early risk markers for Alzheimer's disease by focusing on subjective cognitive decline (SCD) and its variations across different cultural backgrounds. By gathering data from this underserved population, the research seeks to improve early detection and diagnosis of cognitive impairments, ultimately contributing to better health outcomes. Participants will be asked about their cognitive experiences and undergo assessments to track their cognitive health over time.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better early detection methods for Alzheimer's disease in older Hispanics/Latinos, allowing for timely interventions.
How similar studies have gone: While there has been some research on cognitive decline in other populations, this study focuses specifically on Hispanics/Latinos, making it a novel approach in this context.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zlatar, Zvinka Zoe — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Zlatar, Zvinka Zoe
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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.