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Help Advance Brain Health Research

The New Jersey Down Syndrome Aging Study is exploring how the brain changes with age in adults with Down syndrome. By participating, you can help researchers better understand healthy brain aging and Alzheimer’s disease while contributing to discoveries that may benefit future generations.
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Our team is committed to making every visit welcoming, comfortable, and accessible for participants and their families.
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Participants and caregivers will be compensated for their time and additional compensation is available for transportation as needed.

Who Can Participate?

Person with Down Syndrome

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You may be eligible if you:

  • Are 20-years or older adult with Down Syndrome.
  • Live in New Jersey or nearby areas.

Participation May Include:

  • Fun memory and thinking games.
  • An optional blood sample to measure Alzheimer’s-related biomarkers.
  • Optional brain scans and physical examinations.

Family Member or Caregiver

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You may be eligible if you:

  • Are a family member or caregiver of a 20-years or older adult with down syndrome who is participating in the study.
  • Live in New Jersey or nearby areas.

Participation May Include:

  • A conversation / questionnaire regarding the participant.

Interested in Participating?

If you would like to learn more or see if you may be eligible, please complete our sign up form. A member of our research team will reach out to answer your questions and discuss the next steps.
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Sign Up Here

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You can also contact us directly at downsyndrome@rutgers.edu.
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Participation is completely voluntary.