The prevalence of dementia will double in the next three decades in the U.S.; effective treatment or prevention for dementia is urgently needed. The current exploratory project aims to evaluate and understand how the brain and cognition may improve after a 12-week intervention that combines brain training and aerobic exercise training to improve brain function, both in those with mild cognitive impairment (some with possible prodromal Alzheimer's disease) and with healthy aging. Findings from this pilot project will guide and refine the development of a future larger clinical trial that aligns with the goals of the National Alzheimer's Plan of Action (NAPA), especially regarding "Prevent and Effectively Treat Alzheimer's Disease (AD) by 2025.
Age range
50 Years – 80 Years
Sex
ALL
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Changes in Brain structure measures
Timeframe: At baseline and at 4 weeks after the corresponding training program.
Changes in brain cortical thickness measures
Timeframe: At baseline and at 4 weeks after the corresponding training program.
Changes in Brain microstructure measures
Timeframe: At baseline and at 4 weeks after the corresponding training program.
Changes in Brain blood flow from Arterial spin labeling magnetic resonance imaging (ASL-MRI) in milliliters/100 g/minutes
Timeframe: At baseline and at 4 weeks after the corresponding training program.
Changes in Brain Activation on functional MRI
Timeframe: At baseline and at 4 weeks after the corresponding training program.
Changes in cognitive performance, emotions, and motor function based on NIH toolbox
Timeframe: At baseline and at 4 weeks after the corresponding training program.
Changes in executive function using the Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function-Adult Version (BRIEF-A)
Timeframe: At baseline and at 4 weeks after the corresponding training program.
Changes in Blood Bioenergetic Markers
Timeframe: At baseline and at 4 weeks after the corresponding training program.