Columbia University in the City of New York · NeuroscienceManly Lab
Jennifer Jaie Manly · New York, New York
Research Focus
Dr. Jennifer Manly's lab at Columbia University focuses on understanding the reasons behind racial disparities in Alzheimer's disease and related cognitive impairments. The lab studies how social and biological factors influence cognitive health, particularly in middle-aged adults from diverse backgrounds. By examining data from a large group of participants, they aim to identify ways to mitigate risks and improve outcomes for those affected by these disparities.
Alzheimer's Diseasecognitive declineracial disparitiesbiomarkerspsychosocial factorsmiddle-aged adultsneuropsychologyvascular healthinflammationsocioeconomic status
Research Aims
5AIM 01Investigate how biological markers influence cognitive decline across different racial and ethnic groups.
AIM 02Examine the impact of socioeconomic and educational factors on cognitive outcomes related to parental Alzheimer's history.
AIM 03Identify specific adverse life events that affect cognitive performance in middle-aged adults from diverse backgrounds.
AIM 04Explore the relationship between measures of vascular health and cognitive decline in participants.
AIM 05Recruit additional participants to expand the study sample and enhance data robustness.
Skills the Lab Values
MRI scanningneuropsychological testingdata collection and managementblood sample analysisstatistical analysiscommunity recruitmentcognitive assessmentbiological markers analysispsychosocial intervention designlongitudinal study management
Output against the department
Publications660top 8% of dept.51st of 671
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Citations54ktop 6% of dept.40th of 671
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