University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus · Biomedical EngineeringRoyse Neuropathology Lab
Sarah Kolibash Royse · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Research Focus
Dr. Sarah Kolibash Royse's research lab focuses on understanding the role of white matter injury in Alzheimer's disease. By investigating how this injury interacts with neurotoxic proteins and cognitive function, the lab aims to identify novel treatment targets that could improve prevention and treatment strategies for Alzheimer's. The lab utilizes advanced neuroimaging techniques and extensive patient data to explore these complex relationships.
Alzheimer's Diseasewhite matter injuryneuroimagingcognitionrisk factors
Research Aims
4AIM 01Characterize the risk factors associated with white matter injury in Alzheimer's disease.
AIM 02Investigate how white matter injury affects cognitive function in Alzheimer's patients.
AIM 03Examine the relationship between structural and social determinants of health and white matter injury in aging individuals.
AIM 04Explore the interaction between neurotoxic proteins and white matter injury in Alzheimer's pathology.
Skills the Lab Values
neuroimagingdata collectionstatistical analysiscognitive assessmentexperimental design
Output against the department
Publications38bottom 4% of dept.573rd of 595
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Citations408bottom 3% of dept.580th of 595
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