Award
National Institute on Aging 5R01AG093837-02
Communicating Heath Advancements from Native GEnetics Research (CHANGE Research)
Recipient
Washington State University, Pullman, WA, United States
Award Amount
$541,084.00
Ceiling
$541,084.00
Awarded
February 24, 2026
Identifier
5R01AG093837-02
This award funds a project to develop culturally tailored communication materials to increase participation of American Indian and Alaska Native populations in Alzheimer's disease research, focusing on biomarkers and addressing cultural barriers.
Description
The study uses an innovative, mixed methods approach to develop a communication intervention for American Indian and Alaska Native peoples regarding Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD). It aims to increase minority participation in ADRD research, especially studies involving biomarkers, by creating culturally tailored educational materials and conducting surveys and interviews to understand perceptions, barriers, and facilitators.