NIH R01 · 2025
Deaths due to extreme heat are projected to increase by 370% by mid-century, and at the same time, over 13 million Americans will be affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD). Our living environments need to adapt to extreme temperatures and protect against urban heat islands—built environments with reduced vegetation and more paved surfaces associated with greater surface temperatures and greater risk of heat-related health effects. This study will bridge significant scientific gaps by investigating ADRD-related impacts from cumulative urban heat island exposure; providing evidence on whether the provision of more greenspaces (offering shade and cooling) may buffer…
From the public funding record at NIH RePORTER. Describes the funded project, not the reviews below.