ShomeRosh
ShomeRosh is an academic app developed by our lab at the Hebrew University, in collaboration with Hadassah Medical Center and Massachusetts General Hospital. It is designed to enhance our understanding of Alzheimer's disease by focusing on early diagnosis and the management of significant risk factors. ShomeRosh is a key part of our research into developing computational models that predict the onset of Alzheimer's in its earliest stages.
Impact of Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's disease affects millions globally, with many more at risk in the preclinical stages. While the exact mechanism of the disease remains unclear, recent research suggests that various clinical, genetic, and lifestyle-related risk factors significantly increase the likelihood of developing Alzheimer's. Early intervention targeting these factors could slow disease progression by up to 40%.
Orientation and Alzheimer's
ShomeRosh specifically examines orientation abilities—spatial, temporal, and social—as these are among the earliest cognitive functions affected by Alzheimer's. The app provides a gamified, accessible way for participants to contribute to critical research from the comfort of their homes.
Research and Care
By assessing personal orientation abilities and lifestyle risk factors, ShomeRosh helps develop predictive models for early Alzheimer's diagnosis and offers personalized recommendations to mitigate risk. Participants are encouraged to discuss the app's findings with their healthcare providers to develop a tailored plan for reducing risk factors.