How to Participate
Start with a simple eligibility conversation
Participating in the ACAD study begins with a short pre-screening process. If eligible, you will review consent information before completing any study activities.
Before you begin
The study team will ask a few questions to confirm whether the study is a good fit and to understand which assessment language is appropriate.
Contact
Use the participant contact form to let the ACAD team know you are interested or have questions.
Pre-screen
The team reviews eligibility details, including age, race or ethnicity, and preferred assessment language.
Consent
If eligible, you will receive the consent document and have a chance to ask questions before continuing.
The 5 participation steps
The process is designed to be clear, voluntary, and easy to follow.
Contact the ACAD study team
Begin by contacting the team or responding to study outreach. This first step does not obligate you to participate.
Complete pre-screening
A study team member asks a few questions to determine whether you may be eligible.
Review informed consent
If eligible, you will receive an informed consent document and schedule the first virtual appointment.
Complete study activities
After consent, you may complete questionnaires, a cognitive assessment, and saliva collection. A blood sample may be requested but is optional.
Possible future follow-up
The study team may contact you later to track health status or request additional follow-up information.
Study details at a glance
What participants may provide
- Basic contact information
- Eligibility information
- Questionnaire responses
- Cognitive assessment participation
- Saliva sample
- Optional blood sample, if requested
Assessment languages
Available language options can be discussed with the study team during pre-screening.
Interested in participating?
Contact the ACAD study team to ask questions or begin the eligibility pre-screening process.