New drug, exercise, and other therapy trials for Alzheimer’s and MCI

Interested in volunteering for research on Alzheimer’s, related dementias, and cognitive health? Search for clinical trials and studies near you with NIA’s clinical trials finder.   New and featured studies Click on the trial name for details, including contact information.  Drugs Gantenerumab for Early Alzheimer's Disease (multiple locations) GRF6019 for Mild to Moderate Alzheimer's Disease (multiple locations) Exercise Preventing Loss of Independence Through Exercise in Mild Cognitive Impairment (PLIE) (San Francisco, CA) Brain Imaging Cerebrospinal Fluid Clearance in Preclinical Alzheimer’s Disease (New York, NY) Caregiving Practice of Acceptance, Awareness, and Compassion in Caregiving (PAACC) (Brockton, MA; Salem, VA) Symptom and Behavioral Management Light and Cognitive Therapy for Alzheimer’s Disease (Miami, FL) Weighted Blankets to Decrease Agitation in Dementia (Rochester, MN) Interventions for Circadian Rhythm Disorders in Dementia (Healthy Patterns Sleep Study) (Philadelphia, PA) Registries Alzheimer’s Prevention Registry (nationwide)—get information and updates about participating in future Alzheimer’s prevention trials. GeneMatch (nationwide)—enroll to get matched to Alzheimer’s genetics studies. Brain Health Registry (nationwide)—sign up for an online study of brain health and learn about possible research-study opportunities. Alzheimer's Prevention Trials (APT) Webstudy (nationwide)—enroll to track memory and thinking skills and learn about Alzheimer’s trials. Get more information about these and other Alzheimer’s clinical trials. Or, call the ADEAR Center at 1-800-438-4380 (toll-free) or email adear@nia.nih.gov.   Help us spread the word about Alzheimer’s and related clinical trials! Forward this email to anyone who may be interested. Share via social media: Looking for #Alzheimer’s and related dementias #clinicaltrials? Find the latest information here: http://1.usa.gov/Y1zmEN Share this infographic from NIA about participating in clinical research: Learn how older adults can play a role in disease prevention/treatment by volunteering for research studies: http://go.usa.gov/x9sv8