Using digital tools to identify cognitive decline after minor strokes
Digital Biomarkers for Vascular Cognitive Decline in Patients with Minor Stroke
This study is looking at how certain digital tools can help predict memory and thinking problems in people who have had minor strokes, so we can find ways to help them recover better and sooner.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10525918 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how digital biomarkers can predict cognitive decline in patients who have experienced minor strokes. By utilizing advanced techniques like magnetoencephalography (MEG) and electroencephalography (EEG), the study aims to identify functional network characteristics that influence recovery and cognitive impairment. The goal is to develop a noninvasive and cost-effective screening tool that can help initiate early interventions for those at risk of long-term cognitive issues. This approach combines multimodal data to create a predictive model that could significantly enhance patient care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have recently experienced a minor stroke and are showing signs of cognitive impairment.
Not a fit: Patients who have not had a stroke or those with severe cognitive impairment prior to the stroke may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to early identification and intervention for patients at risk of cognitive decline after a minor stroke.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using digital biomarkers for cognitive assessment, but this specific approach combining MEG and EEG is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Marsh, Elisabeth Breese — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Marsh, Elisabeth Breese
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.