Validating video tests for cognitive assessment in Alzheimer's patients
Validation of Video Administration of a Modified UDSv3 Cognitive Battery
This study is looking at whether video-based brain tests can help people with Alzheimer's and similar conditions who can't make it to in-person appointments, making it easier for them to get the care they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wake Forest University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Winston-Salem, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11047754 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to validate the use of video-administered cognitive assessments for patients with Alzheimer's disease and related conditions. It addresses challenges faced by participants who cannot attend in-person visits due to transportation issues, limited mobility, or financial constraints. By utilizing a modified version of the Uniform Data Set cognitive battery, the study seeks to ensure that remote testing can effectively measure cognitive function. The research is conducted across multiple Alzheimer’s Disease Research Centers to enhance accessibility and participation in cognitive assessments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, mild cognitive impairment, or other forms of dementia who may face barriers to in-person testing.
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with cognitive impairments or those who can easily access in-person testing may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a more accessible way for patients to undergo cognitive assessments, improving participation rates and data collection.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in remote cognitive assessments, indicating that this approach could be a viable alternative to traditional in-person testing.
Where this research is happening
Winston-Salem, United States
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences — Winston-Salem, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sachs, Bonnie — Wake Forest University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Sachs, Bonnie
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.