Massive DNA hunt for Alzheimer's genes launches

NCT ID NCT00064870

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study collects blood or brain tissue from families where at least two members have Alzheimer's or dementia. The goal is to build a large DNA bank so scientists can find the genes that raise the risk of late-onset Alzheimer's. Participants do not receive treatment or test results, but their samples help advance research toward future therapies.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Participants are being recruited from all over the United States

    RECRUITING

    Nationwide, Indiana, 46202, United States

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