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UNC-Chapel Hill’s Dr. Tengfei Li receives a prestigious NIH K01 award to advance early detection of Alzheimer’s disease using AI and brain imaging. His research supports the Duke/UNC ADRC mission to improve diagnosis and care for individuals at risk for Alzheimer’s and related dementias.

Duke-UNC ADRC News Update – August 21, 2025 – for the scientific community.

Discover the highlights from the 2nd Annual Duke/UNC ADRC Study Participant Appreciation Event—featuring expert talks, research updates, a heartfelt musical performance, and a celebration of the community driving Alzheimer’s research forward.

Grant funding announcement from Next Generation Research Grants.

June 4, 2025 – Latest news on diagnosing Alzheimer’s with a blood test.

A new study led by Dr. Marianna Chanti-Ketterl at Duke University and the Duke-UNC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center applies advanced machine learning techniques to identify key lifestyle and demographic factors—such as education, income, sleep quality, and volunteering—that influence memory performance in diverse older adults. Published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association, the research highlights how artificial intelligence can support dementia prevention efforts by uncovering complex patterns in cognitive aging.