University of California-San Francisco · NeuroscienceRosen Lab
Howard J Rosen · San Francisco, California
Research Focus
Dr. Howard J. Rosen's lab at UCSF focuses on improving the diagnosis of dementia within primary care settings, particularly for underserved communities. His research aims to develop effective tools that allow primary care providers to quickly and accurately identify cognitive impairments related to Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative disorders. By integrating clinical assessments with blood biomarkers and utilizing pre-visit questionnaires, the lab strives to enhance early diagnosis and support for patients and families.
DementiaAlzheimer's DiseaseCognitive ImpairmentNeurodegenerative DisordersPrimary CareBiomarkersDiagnostic ToolsPublic HealthHealth Equity
Research Aims
5AIM 01Develop a comprehensive diagnostic toolkit for assessing cognitive and behavioral changes.
AIM 02Evaluate the effectiveness of the toolkit in a primary care setting.
AIM 03Identify and reduce barriers for primary care practitioners in diagnosing dementia.
AIM 04Enhance early diagnosis of Alzheimer's and related neurodegenerative diseases.
AIM 05Implement and assess the feasibility of the toolkit in medically underserved communities.
Skills the Lab Values
Clinical assessmentsBiomarker analysisPatient surveysData collection techniquesFocus groupsStatistical analysisReview of expert opinionsQuestionnaire designCommunity engagement
Output against the department
Publications702top 7% of dept.49th of 671
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Citations37ktop 9% of dept.62nd of 671
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