Version: 1.0.0 | Published: 24 Sep 2026 | Updated: 0 days ago
Documentation
Description:
ALBION is an ongoing, longitudinal study in the Cognitive Disorders Clinic of Aiginition Hospital of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens led by the PI Prof. Nikolaos Scarmeas. The study aims to address several research questions concerning the preclinical and prodromal stages of Alzheimer’s disease and explore potential markers for early detection, prediction, and primary prevention of dementia. Briefly, the sample consists of middle-aged and older adults (≥40 years old) with subjective cognitive complaints and/or concerns about their future cognitive health. They can be either cognitively normal or have at most mild cognitive deficits but clearly do not meet the criteria for dementia diagnosis. Each participant undergoes an extensive, structured assessment, including several demographic, medical, social, environmental, clinical, nutritional, neuropsychological determinants and lifestyle activities. In addition, all participants are evaluated every two years after their baseline assessment. The ALBION protocol is approved by the Institutional Review Board of the Aiginition University Hospital of Athens. All participants provide written informed consent at the time of enrolment.
Longitudinal investigation of (genetic) biomarkers, dietary and sleep patterns in the progression of cognitive status among Greek elderly without dementia at baseline
Coverage
Spatial:
US
Follow Up:
Unknown
Provenance
Temporal
Accrual Periodicity:
Static
Start Date:
01 January 2026
Time Lag:
Not applicable
Accessibility
Access
Access Rights:
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Usage
Resource Creators:
Nikolaos Scarmeas
Observations
Statistical Population
Population Description
Population Size
Measured Property
Observation Date
Persons
288
Count
01 January 2026