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Our team of research experts have dedicated their careers to finding solutions for communities and individuals most impacted by Alzheimer’s disease.

Our focus on translational research is intended to guide and coordinate research that improves outcomes and accelerates research breakthroughs; and enhances the quality of life for patients and their families.

The Institute for Translational Research (ITR), located at The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth, is a remarkable team led by Dr. Sid O’Bryant dedicated to our why: a world of optimal brain health for all. Specifically, we focus on exceptional translational research that will lead to precision medicine approaches to brain disease – including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Down syndrome, and Dementia with Lewy bodies.

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Biomarker Core

At HSC, we have an experienced 80+ person, dedicated research team, ultramodern brain imaging center, and a state-of-the-art biomarker laboratory. Participants aged thirty and older are recruited from the Dallas-Fort Worth area and beyond.

How-it-works

The Health & Aging Brain Study – Health Disparities (HABS-HD) consists of world renowned scientists from 16 institutions:

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Research is at the heart of all medical advances and it helps us understand new ways to treat, prevent and cure disease. Your participation contributes to a better understanding of healthy aging, Alzheimer's disease, and related conditions.