Diabetes Brain Study: A study to better understand the link between diabetes and brain health

Purpose

Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disease that affects memory, thinking, and behavior, and causes severe memory loss over time, known as dementia. Diabetes increases the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Latinos have a higher risk of developing both diabetes and Alzheimer's but are underrepresented in research. We are studying the relationship between diabetes and brain health, and we hope to learn which diabetes-related brain measures best predict reduced brain function (cognitive decline). We want to improve prevention and treatment options for everyone. 

Over 100 million adults in the U.S. are living with diabetes or prediabetes, and 1 in 9 adults are affected by cognitive decline. Latinos are at a higher risk than other groups for developing both. Participate in the USC Diabetes Brain Study today and let's work together towards better solutions for treatment and prevention!

Keywords: Diabetes, Diabetes Type 2, Alzheimer's Disease, Memory, Brain, Latino, Hispanic

Study Sites

University of Southern California, Clinical Science Center, 2250 Alcazar St, Los Angeles, CA 90033

 
  • Men & Women
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50 - 65
 
 
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What's involved?

Study length

  • 5 years

Number of visits

  • 1–3 visits per year

Prescription

  • No medication

Procedures

  • Health Questionnaire

  • Blood Tests

  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

  • Glucose Tolerance Tests

  • Neuropsychological Testing

  • Medical Exam

  • Spinal Fluid Collection (Optional)

Compensation

  • Participants will be compensated for each study visit

Medical cost coverage

  • There are no medical costs to participants

Why participate?

Your participation in this study will help us learn more about diabetes, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease and impact prevention and treatment options for people in the future.

Eligibility

Must have

  • Latino
  • Between 50–65 years of age

About This Study

Diabetes affects millions of people in the United States, with a prevalence that is twice as high in the Latino population compared to non-Hispanic whites. Despite Latinos being at a higher risk for diabetes and Alzheimer's disease, they are under-represented in studies that research these diseases. At the University of Southern California, we want that to change.

Please click the link to learn more about the study from our website:

USCBrain.com

Study Team

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Principal Investigator
Matthew Thomas Borzage, PhD
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Principal Investigator
Meredith N. Braskie, PhD
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Principal Investigator
Hussein Yassine, MD

For questions about this study, contact:

  • Giovanni Trejos
  • University of Southern California, Clinical Science Center, 2250 Alcazar St, Los Angeles, CA 90033
  • (323) 442-0209
  • gat_193@usc.edu
  • Lorena Contreras
  • University of Southern California, Clinical Science Center, 2250 Alcazar St, Los Angeles, CA 90033
  • (323) 442-0209
  • lorena.contreras@med.usc.edu
  • IRB number: HS-22-00468
  • Study posted on: TBD
  • Recruitment period: Now until participants fill all the spots

Research study materials

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