Understanding dementia causes in Caribbean and U.S. Hispanic populations
Dementia Determinants in Caribbean and U.S. Hispanics
This study is looking at what might cause dementia in people from Caribbean backgrounds, like those from Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba, as well as U.S. Hispanics, by collecting new information from rural areas to better understand how different social and economic factors play a role.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Berkeley NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Berkeley, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10586105 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the factors contributing to dementia among Caribbean-origin populations, including those from Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba, as well as U.S. Hispanics. The study will gather new survey data from non-metro areas to complement existing data from urban centers, allowing for a comprehensive analysis of socioeconomic determinants affecting dementia. By comparing these findings with data from the U.S. Health and Retirement Study, the research aims to uncover critical insights into the prevalence and causes of Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias in these communities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include older adults aged 65 and above from Caribbean backgrounds or U.S. Hispanic communities.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 65 or do not identify with Caribbean or U.S. Hispanic backgrounds may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and potentially better prevention strategies for dementia in Caribbean and U.S. Hispanic populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding dementia determinants in similar populations, indicating that this approach is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
Berkeley, United States
- University of California Berkeley — Berkeley, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dow, William H. — University of California Berkeley
- Study coordinator: Dow, William H.
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.