Research Highlights

Read about research on aging-related health issues, healthy aging, and Alzheimer's disease and related dementias conducted at or funded by NIA. Browse NIA research highlights by topic.

March 03, 2022

APOE ε4 is not associated with increased risk for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia in American Indians

February 24, 2022

Dog Aging Project goal is to help both dogs and humans live longer, healthier lives

Lab technician examining a vial of blood to test for Alzheimer's biomarkers.

February 17, 2022

Blood test can predict presence of beta-amyloid in the brain, new study finds

Health care provider checking the blood pressure of an older adult.

February 10, 2022

High blood pressure may lower or raise dementia risk among older adults depending on age

IV line in the foreground and in the background a patient and doctor are blurred out.

February 03, 2022

Experts estimate future spending by Medicare for aducanumab treatment

Cartoon graphic of researchers with a rat in a laboratory in front of an oversized monitor, which shows DNA modification in animals.

January 27, 2022

New mouse model enables broader exploration of senescent cells

January 20, 2022

Enzyme associated with premature aging also has key role in replication of certain cancer cells

January 19, 2022

Testing ways to encourage exercise

Doctor using equipment to examine the eyes of an older adult.

January 18, 2022

Cataract removal linked to a reduction in dementia risk

Computer screens and a microscope in a DNA research laboratory.

January 10, 2022