Justina Tavana

Justina’s work is focused on developing linguistic and culturally appropriate dementia diagnostic tools adapted for Pacific Islanders. She will also collect and analyze DNA samples from these populations to identify and investigate genetic risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease.

IREACH Programs

• Natives Engaged in Alzheimer’s Research
  Core Co-Lead and West Coast Satellite Center Lead

Projects

• Natives Engaged in Alzheimer’s Research (NEAR) Biospecimen Core
  Doctoral Degree Candidate
• Natives Engaged in Alzheimer’s Research (NEAR) Recruitment and Engagement Core
  Core Co-Lead and West Coast Satellite Center Lead