Eyes and Memory Study

Non-Invasive Study to Assess Retinal Blood Vessels in the Eyes (iMIND)

We are recruiting cognitively normal adults over 18 years old for a study to take non-invasive pictures of the retina of the eyes.

About the Study

  • Noninvasive pictures will be taken of the retina of the eyes.
  • No x-rays, no eye drops, no eye contact are involved.
  • The study visit takes 30-45 minutes.
  • There will be no charge to you or your insurance.
  • Participants will be compensated.

Who Is Eligible?

  • Cognitively normal
  • 18 years or older

Who Is Not Eligible?

  • Have had prior retina surgery
  • Are not willing to have undilated pictures taken of their eyes
  • Have any of the following:
    • Alzheimer’s disease
    • Dementia
    • Down syndrome
    • Frontotemporal dementia
    • Lewy body dementia
    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Multiple sclerosis
    • Parkinson’s disease
    • PTSD
    • Traumatic brain injury
    • Other neurodegenerative condition

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Fill out the Studies Interest Form for more information.