Our research investigates how social and cultural context influences brain and physical health outcomes. We use state of the art methods of:
Eligible participants undergo a brain scan to look at brain structure and how the brain works.
Cognitive testing checks for how the brain functions, called “cognition.” Participants engage in paper, pencil or oral tests of memory, learning and concentration
We collect biomarkers (short for biological markers) in the form of blood, urine, and saliva samples, body composition, blood pressure, and temperature.
A psychosocial assessment is a comprehensive assessment of mental health status, social status, cultural factors, and functional status in a community.
The SNIHP Laboratory has been supported by grants from the following institutions
The SNIHP Laboratory has been supported by grants from the following institutions