New brain scan study targets Alzheimer's in african american seniors
NCT ID NCT05393388
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study uses a special brain scan called Tau PET to look at a protein linked to Alzheimer's disease in healthy older African Americans. Researchers want to learn how this protein builds up and relates to memory changes over time. The goal is to better understand early signs of Alzheimer's in a diverse group.
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Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania - Penn Memory Center
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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