Understanding decision-making in aging and Alzheimer's disease
Decision Making on Continuous Scales in Aging and Alzheimers Disease
This study is looking at how people, especially older adults and those with Alzheimer's, make quick decisions based on information they see, like finding the brightest spot on a circle, to better understand how aging and memory issues affect our choices.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ohio State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbus, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10767266 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how individuals make decisions based on information that is continuously distributed, particularly focusing on older adults and those with Alzheimer's disease. Participants will engage in tasks that require quick decisions, such as identifying the brightest area on a circle, allowing researchers to gather data on accuracy and response times. The study aims to develop a model that explains variations in decision-making across different populations, including young adults, those with Mild Cognitive Impairment, and individuals with early Alzheimer's disease. By analyzing these decision-making processes, the research seeks to uncover how aging and cognitive impairments influence our ability to make choices.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include older adults, particularly those with Mild Cognitive Impairment or early Alzheimer's disease.
Not a fit: Patients with advanced Alzheimer's disease or severe cognitive impairments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding of cognitive decline in aging and Alzheimer's disease, potentially informing better therapeutic strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in understanding decision-making processes in aging populations, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Columbus, UNITED STATES
- Ohio State University — Columbus, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ratcliff, Roger — Ohio State University
- Study coordinator: Ratcliff, Roger
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.