Award
National Institute on Aging 5R01AG074592-05
Objectively Measured Sedentary Behavior and Physical Activity in PREVENTABLE Study
Recipient
Utah State Higher Education System--University of Utah
Award Amount
$518,733.00
Ceiling
$518,733.00
Awarded
April 30, 2025
Identifier
5R01AG074592-05
NIH-funded study to measure sedentary behavior and physical activity in older adults to assess dementia risks and statin effects, collaborating with University of Utah.
Description
This NIH-funded study aims to objectively measure sedentary behavior and physical activity in older adults to assess risks related to dementia and the effects of statins on physical activity levels. The project involves collaboration with the University of Utah and is part of a larger randomized controlled trial. The study emphasizes minimal participant burden and aims to inform future interventions to prevent Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.