Could your sleep schedule predict Alzheimer's? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT04044495

First seen Jun 16, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 47 older adults without major memory problems to see if changes in their sleep/wake cycles are linked to early brain changes that might increase Alzheimer's risk. Researchers used wrist-worn activity monitors and brain scans to measure sleep patterns and brain health over time. The goal was to understand if poor sleep could be an early warning sign and a target for prevention.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU de Bordeaux

    Bordeaux, 33 076, France

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