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Rik V.

Country
Belgium
Department
Neurology

Research Overview

Data & Insights

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Primary Speciality
Main therapeutic area

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Return Partnerships
Recurring site collaborations
99
Sites with multiple studies

Has run more than one trial at 99 of 203 partner sites.

Specializations

Alzheimer's Disease Research

This investigator specializes in studying various stages of Alzheimer's disease, with particular emphasis on early intervention and cognitive decline prevention. Their research encompasses mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and prodromal Alzheimer's stages.

  • Early-stage Alzheimer's interventions
  • Cognitive function assessment
  • Preclinical Alzheimer's studies

Their work includes evaluation of novel therapeutic approaches targeting tau proteins and cognitive preservation strategies.

Frontotemporal Dementia Studies

The investigator conducts specialized research in Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD), with specific focus on cases involving progranulin mutations. Their expertise extends to innovative therapeutic approaches for FTD treatment.

  • FTD-GRN mutation research
  • Novel therapeutic development
  • Disease progression monitoring

Their research includes assessment of targeted treatments and innovative delivery methods for FTD therapies.

Cognitive Assessment and Monitoring

The investigator focuses on comprehensive cognitive assessment methodologies, utilizing advanced metrics such as the Clinical Dementia Rating Scale and specialized cognitive testing protocols.

  • Cognitive decline measurement
  • Clinical assessment tools
  • Long-term cognitive monitoring

Their work involves tracking cognitive changes and evaluating treatment effectiveness in neurodegenerative conditions.

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