Research Participation
NIA-Funded Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers
National Institute on Aging
A national network of NIA-funded academic centers offering research participation, clinical trials, and specialized resources -- searchable by state.
Who it's for
Anyone, anywhere in the country, interested in finding their nearest research-grade Alzheimer's center -- for clinical trial participation, specialized evaluation, or local support programs run by that center.
When to use this
When you want to look beyond your own state to understand the full national network of research centers, or when you're specifically interested in clinical trial participation and want to compare options.
Why MemoryPath recommends this
This is the national directory behind entries like the Michigan Alzheimer's Disease Center -- useful for anyone outside Michigan, or anyone who wants to see the full picture of NIA-funded centers before choosing one.
Services provided
- A searchable, state-by-state directory of NIA-funded research centers
- Information on joining clinical trials and observational studies at each center
- Links to support groups and local programs run by individual centers
One network, many locations
NIA funds a limited number of Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers at academic medical centers across the country -- concentrated expertise rather than a service available everywhere. This directory is the way to find the one nearest you, wherever you live.
What a center typically offers
Beyond clinical trials, most centers run support groups, offer specialized diagnostic evaluation, and provide education programs for the community they serve -- exact offerings vary center to center, so it's worth checking your nearest one directly.
A note on scope
This entry is the national directory -- if you're in Michigan, the Michigan Alzheimer's Disease Center (listed separately) is your specific regional center within this same network.