Alzheimer’s Research

Interested in volunteering for research on Alzheimer’s disease, related dementias, and cognitive health? Learn about new and featured studies below or search for clinical trials and studies near you with the Alzheimers.gov Clinical Trials Finder. New and featured studies Click on the trial name for details and contact information. Caregiving Cognitive Training Daily Functioning Exercise and Supplements …

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Biomarkers are measurable indicators of what’s happening in your body. They can be found in blood, other body fluids, organs, and tissues, and can be used to track healthy processes, disease progression, or even responses to medication. When combined with other tests, biomarkers can also help doctors determine whether a person might have or be …

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Biomarkers are measurable indicators of what’s happening in your body. They can be found in blood, other body fluids, organs, and tissues, and can be used to track healthy processes, disease progression, or even responses to medication. When combined with other tests, biomarkers can also help doctors determine whether a person might have or be …

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A recent NIA-funded study found that nearly 40% of participants had brain changes associated with limbic-predominant age-related TDP-43 encephalopathy (LATE). LATE is a recently characterized brain disorder that causes symptoms similar to Alzheimer’s disease but with different underlying causes. There is currently no way to diagnose LATE in living people. In this study, a team …

Nearly 40% of Older Adult Brains in an NIA-funded Study Showed Signs of LATE, a Form of Dementia Read More »