600 seniors join quest to unlock Alzheimer's earliest secrets
NCT ID NCT06953167
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 600 volunteers aged 65 and older over several years to track changes in memory, thinking, and biological markers like amyloid proteins. Researchers hope to identify early warning signs of Alzheimer's disease before obvious symptoms appear. The goal is to improve early detection and pave the way for future prevention strategies.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help identify early signs of Alzheimer's, leading to earlier diagnosis and better prevention strategies in the future.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly lead to new therapies, and results may take years to translate into clinical practice.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Imperial College London
RECRUITINGLondon, United Kingdom
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