THE I-CONECT STUDY
Exploring the Effects of Social Interaction on Memory
Research shows that remaining socially active later in life can have a positive impact on memory and mental function. I-CONECT explored how social conversation can help improve memory and may prevent dementia or Alzheimer’s disease in older adults. In this study, participants connected with the research team using senior-friendly technology for fun and engaging conversations in the comfort of their own home.
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The study is closed for enrollment, but you can still video-chat with our team.
"If you're feeling low or had a bad day, it was helpful for me to have the time to sit and talk about something. It's made me less hesitant to talk with people here where I live."
Study Participant
RESEARCH PARTNERS AND SUPPORTERS
University of Michigan
The Michigan Alzheimer's Disease Center, at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, is a research partner for I-CONECT.
OHSU
The Layton Aging and Alzheimer's Disease Center at OHSU is a research site and the primary coordinator of I-CONECT.
Emory University
The Goizueta Alzheimer's Disease Research Center at Emory University is a research partner for I-CONECT.
National Institute on Aging
The National Institute on Aging, part of the National Institutes of Health, is the sponsor of I-CONECT.