The Brain Outcomes and Lifestyle in Down syndrome (BOLD) study aims to understand how dietary changes and weight impact the risk of Alzheimer's disease in adults with Down syndrome.
Who can participate?
Adults with Down syndrome ages 18 to 64 who:
- Have a BMI 25 to 50kg/m2
- Can communicate through spoken language
- Have a caregiver who is willing to attend study visits
- Willing to travel to Kansas City for assessments
Who cannot participate?
Contact research team for additional eligibility requirements
Where does the study take place?
KU Medical Center, Kansas City, KS with remote education sessions
What can I expect to happen in this study?
- Health education sessions remotely on an iPad every month
- Outcome assessments in-person every six months, including a blood draw, cognitive testing, anthropometric measurements, MRI and dietary intake assessment
How long am I part of the study?
12 months
What languages does this study support?
English
Is compensation provided?
Yes
To learn more, visit our BOLD Study page. If you have any questions or are interested in joining the study, please contact the research team at BoldStudy@kumc.edu.
Principal investigator
Lauren Ptomey, PhD, RD
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