New Brain Imaging Benchmark May Improve Alzheimer's Detection
Researchers at USC's Stevens INI have identified a potential breakthrough in Alzheimer's disease detection, particularly for diverse populations.
The Challenge of Alzheimer's Detection in Diverse Groups
Current methods for classifying Alzheimer's often lack accuracy across different racial and ethnic groups. This new research addresses the critical need for more inclusive diagnostic tools.
A Novel Brain Imaging Benchmark
The research team from the Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute (Stevens INI) at the Keck School of Medicine of USC has identified a promising brain imaging benchmark. This benchmark has shown the potential to improve the classification of biologically meaningful changes associated with Alzheimer's disease.
Impact on Hispanic and Non-Hispanic White Populations
Preliminary findings suggest the new benchmark exhibits improved performance, especially in Hispanic and non-Hispanic white populations. Further research is underway to validate these findings in larger and more diverse cohorts.
Next Steps in Alzheimer's Research
The researchers are now focusing on validating the benchmark in larger studies and exploring its potential for personalized Alzheimer's diagnosis and treatment. They are actively collaborating with researchers globally. Learn more about Alzheimer's research.
Source: News-Medical
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