Understanding how to improve brain health as we age
Precision Aging Network: Closing the Gap Between Cognitive Healthspan andHuman Lifespan
This study is looking at how we can help older adults live longer while keeping their thinking skills sharp, by understanding what helps the brain stay healthy and what causes it to decline.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Arizona NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tucson, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10906854 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to explore the differences between how long people live and how well they maintain their cognitive abilities as they age. By investigating the brain's mechanisms that support healthy cognitive function and those that lead to decline, the study seeks to identify ways to enhance brain health in older adults. Utilizing advanced data analysis and precision medicine approaches, the research will focus on developing strategies to prolong optimal brain function and improve quality of life for individuals at risk of cognitive impairment or dementia.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 65 and older, particularly those at risk for age-related cognitive impairment or dementia.
Not a fit: Patients under the age of 65 or those without any risk factors for cognitive decline may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new strategies for maintaining cognitive health in older adults, potentially reducing the incidence of dementia.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding cognitive aging, but this approach aims to leverage big data and precision medicine, making it a novel endeavor.
Where this research is happening
Tucson, United States
- University of Arizona — Tucson, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Barnes, Carol a. — University of Arizona
- Study coordinator: Barnes, Carol a.
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.