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The SAMARTH Study
The South Asian Middle Age Risk Tracking for brain Health study (SAMARTH)
This study seeks to recruit individuals with ethnic or racial backgrounds from the South Asian subcontinents, aged 45-70.
Study participants will complete a series of assessments for factors that have been linked to Alzheimer’s Disease. These include study visits every two years, involving surveys, cognitive assessments, language assessments, motor function tasks, blood tests, physical and neurological exams, and brain imaging.
We will compensate you for your time.
Now enrolling! Contact us at adrd@bhi.rutgers.edu or click the link below:
Recent News
One Group of Americans May Face Different Alzheimer’s Risks
Lead author Akankshi Oberoi and the SAMARTH team have published a review finding that South Asian populations may have a distinct risk and protective profile. Read More!
“The landscape of dementia in India: Prevalence, risk factors, and opportunities ahead”
SAMARTH team member Akankshi Oberoi has published “The landscape of dementia in India: Prevalence, risk factors, and opportunities ahead” in June’s Alzheimer’s & Dementia. India’s rapidly aging population faces a … Read More
FDA Clears First Blood Test for Alzheimer’s Diagnosis, a “Turning Point” in Early Detection
Rutgers researcher says the advancement supports early and accurate detection in a simpler, less invasive, and more accessible way…. Blood test for early detection
Rutgers studying link between South Asians and Alzheimer’s Disease
Rutgers researchers are trying to find out why South Asian people are at increased risk for Alzheimer’s. Michal Beeri, director of the Alzheimer’s Research Center, said they have a theory. … Read More