Understanding how daily activity patterns can improve brain health in older Black adults at risk for Alzheimer's disease
24-hour Activity Cycles to Optimize Cognitive Resilience to Alzheimer's Disease in African Americans: The Jackson Heart Study
This study is looking at how daily activities and sleep can affect brain health in older Black adults who might be at risk for Alzheimer's, with the goal of finding ways to help keep their minds sharp and delay dementia.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10619020 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how different patterns of daily activity, including both physical activity and sleep, can influence cognitive resilience in older Black adults who are at risk for Alzheimer's disease. The study aims to identify the relationship between various levels of activity and sleep disturbances, which are known to affect cognitive health. By analyzing these factors, the research seeks to develop effective prevention strategies that could help delay the onset of dementia. Participants will be monitored for their activity levels and sleep patterns to gather comprehensive data on their daily behaviors.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black adults aged 21 and older who are at risk for Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted interventions that enhance cognitive health and resilience against Alzheimer's disease in older Black adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that physical activity and sleep quality are important factors in cognitive health, suggesting that this approach could yield meaningful insights.
Where this research is happening
Birmingham, United States
- University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gabriel, Kelley Pettee — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Gabriel, Kelley Pettee
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.