Alzheimer disease
MONDO:0004975A progressive, neurodegenerative disease characterized by loss of function and death of nerve cells in several areas of the brain leading to loss of cognitive function such as memory and language.
Also known as: AD, Alzheimer dementia, Alzheimer disease, Alzheimer's dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Alzheimers disease, presenile and senile dementia, Alzheimer disease, familial
1187 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 1187 tagged with Alzheimer disease itself.
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Sub-types of Alzheimer disease
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Familial Alzheimer disease 13 trials · 55 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Early-onset autosomal dominant Alzheimer disease 31 trials · 37 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Alzheimer disease 2 11 trials
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Alzheimer disease 16 1 trial
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Alzheimer disease 17 1 trial
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Alzheimer disease 18 1 trial
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Alzheimer disease 19 1 trial
Most studied deeper sub-types
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Could a vaccine stop Alzheimer's before it starts?
Vaccine Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests a new vaccine called DUVAX in 24 healthy adults aged 40-65. The vaccine aims to train the immune system to attack two proteins linked to Alzheimer's disease. The main goal is to check safety and see if the vaccine produces a protective immune response…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Nuravax, Inc. • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new pill slow Alzheimer's decline?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether an experimental drug called RO7568282 can slow the progression of early Alzheimer's disease. About 450 people with mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia due to Alzheimer's will receive either the drug or a placebo for 72 weeks. Researchers will measu…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 22:00 UTC
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Fasting-Mimicking diet tested to protect aging brains
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a special low-calorie, plant-based diet taken for 5 days each month can safely improve blood flow to the brain in middle-aged adults who carry the APOE4 gene, which raises Alzheimer's risk. Forty participants aged 45-65 will be randomly assigned to either…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could brain stimulation help Alzheimer's patients think more clearly?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) can improve thinking and memory in people with Alzheimer's disease. ECT is a procedure that uses electrical stimulation to trigger a controlled seizure under anesthesia, and it is already used for severe depression. R…
Sponsor: Central Institute of Mental Health, Mannheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A daily probiotic drink may soothe the gut and brain in dementia
Disease control Not yet recruitingResearchers at the University of South Florida are testing whether a daily probiotic fermented milk drink can improve gut health and reduce inflammation in people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, as well as their caregivers. The study will give 40 participants eith…
Sponsor: University of South Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common blood pressure pill recharge brain cells in Alzheimer's?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether terazosin, a drug already used for high blood pressure, can increase energy production in the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will give 100 participants either terazosin or a placebo for 78 weeks and measure ATP, the body's …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Qiang Zhang • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could an HIV drug tame Alzheimer's? a trial puts it to the test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a combination of two antiretroviral drugs, emtricitabine and tenofovir, is safe and tolerable in older adults with early Alzheimer's disease. Participants take the drug or a placebo daily for 28 days, then undergo blood tests, cognitive checks, and brain …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A cholesterol drug takes on Alzheimer's before symptoms start
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a daily pill called obicetrapib can slow early brain changes linked to Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will give the drug or a placebo to 400 adults who have signs of Alzheimer's-related proteins but no memory symptoms yet. The study measures changes in …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: NewAmsterdam Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a daily pill alter brain activity in Alzheimer's disease?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 2a trial tests an oral drug called GAL-101 in about 100 people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. Participants take either 1200 mg of GAL-101 or a placebo pill once daily for 28 days, and neither they nor the study team know which they receive. The main goal is…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Galimedix Therapeutics Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can new drugs clear Alzheimer's brain plaques?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis master protocol supports several early-phase studies testing different amyloid-targeting drugs in healthy volunteers and people with Alzheimer's disease. The main goals are to check safety and tolerability, and to see whether these drugs can remove amyloid plaques from the b…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your own fat cells fight Alzheimer's? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 2 trial tests whether repeated injections of a patient's own fat-derived stem cells into the brain can slow the progression of mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. 115 participants will receive either the stem cells or a placebo every two months for a total of six dos…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Regeneration Biomedical, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug reach the brain to fight Alzheimer's?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial evaluates the safety and tolerability of an experimental drug called LY4405094 in healthy volunteers and people with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will measure how much of the drug enters the bloodstream and the fluid around the brain, and in Alzheimer's…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could fat stem cells fight Alzheimer's? new trial tests repeat brain injections
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests whether repeated injections of a patient's own fat-derived stem cells into the brain are safe for people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's. Nine participants who previously received a single dose will now get up to six injections every two months. Res…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Regeneration Biomedical, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can insulin or a diabetes drug boost Alzheimer's treatment?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial asks whether adding intranasal insulin or empagliflozin to standard anti-amyloid therapy can improve outcomes for people with mild cognitive impairment or early Alzheimer's disease. Participants will receive one of the two study drugs or a placebo, alongside their pres…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Acupressure: a new weapon in the fight against Alzheimer's?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a specific acupressure routine, performed by trained caregivers three times a week for a year, can slow cognitive decline in older adults with early or mild Alzheimer's disease. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the full acupressure…
Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a natural compound block Alzheimer's brain damage?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a compound called 2-HOBA can safely reduce harmful protein modifications in the brain that are linked to Alzheimer's disease. About 48 people with mild cognitive impairment or mild Alzheimer's will take either 2-HOBA or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. Resea…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: MTI Biotech Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new injection slow early Alzheimer's? a trial investigates
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial evaluates an investigational drug called BMS-986446 (moponetug) in healthy adults and in people with early Alzheimer's disease. The study aims to understand how the drug moves through the body, its safety, and how well it is tolerated when given as a single…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a daily pill offer Long-Term hope for Alzheimer's?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates the long-term safety of buntanetap, an experimental daily pill, in people with Alzheimer's disease who have already taken the drug in a previous study. About 400 participants will receive buntanetap 30 mg daily, with researchers tracking side effects and s…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Annovis Bio Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new pill change the Brain's activity in early Alzheimer's?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental oral drug called E2511 in people with early Alzheimer's disease, including those with mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia. The study aims to see if E2511 affects a specific brain signal measured by PET scans, and to check i…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eisai Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a daily pill keep a rare heart disease in check for the long haul?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests the long-term safety and tolerability of acoramidis, an oral medication that stabilizes the transthyretin protein, in people newly diagnosed with transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM), a condition that can lead to heart failure. Participants who complete…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eidos Therapeutics, a BridgeBio company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can flickering light and sound slow Alzheimer's?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a device delivering synchronized 40-Hz light and sound stimulation can safely improve cognitive function in people with early Alzheimer's disease. Sixty participants with mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia due to Alzheimer's will receive either ac…
Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual reality brain training from home may slow Alzheimer's — study investigates
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether home-based virtual reality cognitive exercises, done on a tablet, can help slow mental decline in people with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. Some participants will also have online sessions with a neuropsychologist. The study aims to find a practic…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to slow Alzheimer's before it worsens
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental pill called RP902 in 360 people with mild cognitive impairment caused by Alzheimer's disease. Participants will take the drug or a placebo for 48 weeks to see if it slows memory decline. The trial is conducted at about 50 sites in China and may ex…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Risen (Suzhou) Pharma Tech Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Neck surgery may help clear brain waste in Alzheimer's patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a surgical procedure that connects lymph vessels in the neck to veins, combined with the standard drug donepezil, can slow cognitive decline in people with moderate Alzheimer's disease. The surgery aims to improve drainage of waste from the brain, …
Sponsor: Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Robot scalpels take on Alzheimer's: could clearing neck lymph nodes slow the disease?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a robotic surgical system can safely perform delicate microsurgery on deep lymph nodes in the neck of people with Alzheimer's disease. The idea is that improving lymph drainage from the brain might help clear harmful proteins linked to Alzheimer's. The tr…
Sponsor: MMI (Medical Microinstruments, Inc.) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Alzheimer's drug candidate enters first human safety tests
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests the safety and tolerability of a new drug called GSM-779690T, which is being developed for Alzheimer's disease. It involves 72 healthy adults aged 18 to 55 who will receive either the drug or a placebo. Researchers will monitor for side effects and measure how th…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Acta Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smartphone app aims to boost treatment adherence in teens with scoliosis
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a smartphone app called DinSkoliose, designed to help adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis stick to their treatment plan. The app includes features like reminders for brace wear and exercises, symptom tracking, and educational content. Thirty teens will use the …
Sponsor: Oslo Metropolitan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Alzheimer's? phase 3 trial of brain-fueling compound begins
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a daily dose of tricaprilin, a type of fat that may provide energy to brain cells, can improve memory, thinking, and daily function in people with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. About 535 participants will receive either tricaprilin or a placebo fo…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Cerecin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can ginkgo biloba alter Alzheimer's blood signs?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a daily 240 mg dose of Ginkgo biloba extract can change certain blood markers linked to Alzheimer's disease in people with mild cognitive impairment. Over 6 months, 120 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either Ginkgo biloba or a placebo. T…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Hanyang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Neck surgery may help clear Alzheimer's toxins from the brain
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a one-time microsurgery that connects lymphatic vessels in the neck to veins, aiming to improve drainage of waste proteins from the brain. Fifty-nine people with severe Alzheimer's will receive the surgery plus standard medication. Researchers will measure change…
Sponsor: Southwest Hospital, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could a neck surgery slow Alzheimer's? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a surgical procedure called deep cervical lymphovenous anastomosis (LVA) for people with moderate Alzheimer's disease. The surgery aims to improve the brain's ability to clear waste proteins, like amyloid-beta, which are linked to Alzheimer's. Researchers will co…
Sponsor: Southwest Hospital, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could a peptide drug slow Alzheimer's? large trial launches
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether a daily injection of GV1001 can slow cognitive decline in 750 people with moderate-to-severe Alzheimer's. Participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 24 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in thinking, memory, and daily function…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Samsung Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Gut bacteria pill could slow Alzheimer's decline
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an oral medication called Gut-X-001 in 120 people with Alzheimer's disease. The goal is to see if it can improve thinking, daily living skills, and brain health. Participants will receive the drug or a placebo for 6 months, with an option to continue for another …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Can a new pill slow Alzheimer's? major trial launches
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether MLC901 (NeuroAiD™II) can improve thinking and memory in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. About 350 adults aged 50 and older will receive either the study drug or a placebo for several months. Researchers will measure changes in cognitive …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Moleac Pte Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could a common mineral slow Alzheimer's? new trial begins
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests whether lithium orotate, a form of the mineral lithium, is safe and reaches the brain in people with early Alzheimer's. Forty adults with confirmed Alzheimer's will take either the supplement or a placebo for 9 weeks. Researchers will measure lithium …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New drug aims to halt Alzheimer's decline in Early-Stage patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a drug called TML-6 in 210 people with early Alzheimer's disease. Over 52 weeks, researchers will compare those taking TML-6 to those on a placebo to see if the drug can slow or stop memory and thinking problems. The goal is to find a treatment that helps people …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Merry Life Biomedical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Sound waves may help clear Alzheimer's brain clogs
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests whether a focused ultrasound can safely and temporarily open the brain's protective barrier in people with early Alzheimer's disease. The goal is to see if this helps clear harmful amyloid and tau proteins that build up in the brain. Six participants …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Nasal stem cell spray could slow Alzheimer's – first human test begins
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests whether a nasal spray containing particles from neural stem cells is safe for people with moderate-to-severe early-onset Alzheimer's. Nine participants aged 50-75 will receive different dosing schedules over 28 days. The main goal is to check for side…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Mental Health Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Could a drug clear Alzheimer's plaques in people with down syndrome?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether donanemab, given as an IV infusion every 4 weeks, can safely lower amyloid plaques in the brains of 60 adults aged 35–50 with Down syndrome. Participants receive either donanemab or a placebo for 12 months, followed by a 12-month extension where everyone …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Michael Rafii, MD, PhD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Brain 'Car Wash' ultrasound trial aims to fight Alzheimer's
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a noninvasive ultrasound device can safely help clear waste from the brain in people at risk for Alzheimer's. Fifteen adults with signs of amyloid buildup will receive either real or sham ultrasound sessions over four weeks. The main goal is to chec…
Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New Alzheimer's drug 8M2D enters first human safety trials
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called 8M2D for the first time in people. The goal is to see if it is safe and tolerable in healthy adults and in people with early Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will also check if 8M2D can lower amyloid beta, a protein linked to Alzheim…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Cenna Biosciences Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Could Low-Dose radiation slow Alzheimer's? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether low-dose radiation to the whole brain can slow down Alzheimer's disease in people with early-onset symptoms. Fifty participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the radiation treatment or a sham procedure. Researchers will track changes in memo…
Sponsor: Heinrich-Heine University, Duesseldorf • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Could an Alzheimer's drug slow Parkinson's? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether lecanemab, a drug that clears amyloid plaques in Alzheimer's disease, can also help people with Parkinson's disease who have amyloid buildup in their brains. About 60 adults aged 50-90 with mild cognitive impairment or early dementia will receive lecanema…
Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Brain zaps for Alzheimer's: new study targets gut bugs to boost memory
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS can improve symptoms of Alzheimer's disease by regulating the 'gut-brain axis'—the link between gut bacteria and the brain. Researchers will treat 200 Alzheimer's patients with either real or sham rTM…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Can a phone app help stroke patients recover? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a smartphone app called StrokeApp designed to support people after a stroke or mini-stroke. The app provides educational content, medication reminders, and tools to track health. Researchers will compare quality of life and other health measures between 500 patie…
Sponsor: VASCage GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Can a lower dose of Alzheimer's drug work just as well?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a lower dose of the drug lecanemab works as well as the standard dose for people with early Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will compare brain scans, memory tests, and blood markers in 140 participants over 18 months. The goal is to find the most eff…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New Alzheimer's drug QLH2405 enters first human safety tests
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 1 trial tests a single injection of QLH2405 in 68 healthy volunteers and people with mild Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment. The main goal is to check safety and how the body processes the drug. It is too early to know if QLH2405 will help treat Alzheimer's.
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Qilu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can fish oil and a brain booster slow dementia?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a drug called DAOIB, which boosts brain signaling, combined with omega-3 fatty acids can improve thinking and daily life in people with early Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment. 140 participants will receive either the combo or a placebo for 24 week…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Can stem cells and Brain-Computer headsets slow memory loss?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will screen 600 adults aged 55 and older in U.S. communities to find early signs of mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Participants will receive a combination of stem cell therapy, a wearable brain-computer interface device, and wellness coaching to see if these treatmen…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Noah Tech, Corp. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Neck surgery aims to flush Alzheimer's proteins from the brain
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests whether a minimally invasive neck surgery, called lymphaticovenular anastomosis (LVA), is safe for people with Alzheimer's disease. The surgery connects tiny lymph vessels in the neck to nearby veins, creating a detour to help the brain drain harmful …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Soy extract could slow Alzheimer's progression, new study hints
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a natural compound from soy, called genistein, can slow down memory and thinking problems in people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), often an early sign of Alzheimer's disease. About 150 adults over 50 with MCI will take either genistein or a placebo…
Sponsor: Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New Alzheimer's drug AK152 enters first human safety tests
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 1 trial tests a new drug called AK152 in healthy volunteers and people with Alzheimer's disease. The main goal is to check if it is safe and tolerable, and to see how the body processes it. The study is small and early-stage, so it will not prove whether the drug works…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Akeso • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Could a common supplement slow Alzheimer's? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether a daily supplement called tributyrin can slow cognitive decline in people with mild Alzheimer's disease. Over 12 weeks, 156 participants will take either tributyrin or a placebo. Researchers will measure changes in memory, thinking, gut bacteria, …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Universidad de Almeria • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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New drug masitinib could slow Alzheimer's decline
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether masitinib, a drug that targets immune cells in the brain, can slow cognitive decline in 600 people with mild Alzheimer's. Participants take masitinib or a placebo alongside standard Alzheimer's medications. The study lasts 24 weeks and measures ch…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AB Science • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Could a diabetes pill help slow Alzheimer's? new study aims to find out.
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether oral semaglutide, a drug used for diabetes, is safe and can slow Alzheimer's disease. Sixty people with mild Alzheimer's will take the drug for one year. Researchers will check for side effects and use brain scans to see if the drug protects brain cells.
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Brain zaps and VR worlds: a new hope for early Alzheimer's?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new device that uses mild electrical currents on the brain and virtual reality exercises to help people in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers want to see if this approach can improve memory, thinking, and sense of smell. The study will involve…
Sponsor: Yuan Shen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Can a nasal spray slow Alzheimer's? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial will test whether a nasal spray called NeuroEPO can help maintain thinking and memory in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. About 90 adults aged 50 and older will receive either NeuroEPO or a placebo three times a week for one year. Researchers w…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Saskatchewan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:57 UTC
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Could a Viagra-Like drug slow Alzheimer's? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether tadalafil, a drug typically used for erectile dysfunction, is safe and can help people with early Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment. Over one year, 244 participants will take either tadalafil or a placebo. Researchers will check for side effects an…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:17 UTC
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New study aims to pinpoint which Alzheimer's patients respond best to antibody drug
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test the antibody drug lecanemab in 120 people with mild cognitive impairment or mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. Using PET scans to measure amyloid and tau proteins in the brain, researchers hope to identify which patients are most likely to benefit from tre…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:15 UTC
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Wearable device tracks walking patterns to spot dementia risk
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a wearable insole and ankle device that measures walking patterns to detect early cognitive decline in older adults. Researchers will collect gait data from 150 participants—some healthy, some with mild cognitive impairment or dementia—first in a lab and then dur…
Sponsor: HealthPartners Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Three brain tests combined in one study to spot dementia earlier
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingResearchers at Assiut University are studying whether three different tests, a blood marker called GFAP, a brain MRI scan, and a brain wave recording (EEG), can together help doctors tell normal aging, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia apart. The study enrolls 75 adults age…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple flowchart improve Alzheimer's blood test conversations?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingResearchers at the University of Wisconsin, Madison are testing a decision-support tool that helps primary care providers talk with patients about blood biomarker testing for Alzheimer's disease. The tool is a flowchart that gives clear information about the Phospho-Tau blood tes…
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI listens for dementia: new speech test could speed up diagnosis
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis observational study will enroll 440 Danish-speaking adults over 50 to see if an artificial intelligence model can detect dementia and mild cognitive impairment from speech recordings. Participants will complete standard cognitive tests and describe a picture while being reco…
Sponsor: Zealand University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New french questionnaire aims to catch Alzheimer's navigation trouble early
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a French questionnaire designed to identify spatial orientation problems in people with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will ask 330 participants—including Alzheimer's patients, their caregivers, and healthy older adults—to fill out the questionnaire. The goal i…
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New brain test aims to unravel language confusion in dementia
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a new cognitive assessment called the ExéSem battery, designed to help doctors tell the difference between language problems caused by memory loss versus those caused by thinking difficulties. Researchers will enroll 140 people, including those with Alzheime…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could a sleep headband spot Alzheimer's early?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test a wearable headband called Somfit that measures brain activity during sleep in people with early or no Alzheimer's symptoms. Researchers want to see if it works as well as a full lab sleep test. If it does, it could make it easier to track sleep changes linke…
Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New brain scan tracer could spot Alzheimer's and Parkinson's earlier
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial will test a new radioactive tracer called 18F-FCOB04 in 40 people with neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's or Parkinson's. The tracer targets a brain protein called MAO-B and is used with PET scans to see if it can help diagnose these conditions. Th…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New PET probe aims to spot lung scarring earlier
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a special PET probe that targets a protein called DDR2, which is linked to lung scarring in interstitial lung disease. Researchers will scan 50 patients to see if the probe can accurately detect the disease and also check for related cognitive problems. The goal …
Sponsor: Daping Hospital and the Research Institute of Surgery of the Third Military Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New study aims to cut Alzheimer's diagnosis wait time by nearly a year
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a faster way to diagnose Alzheimer's disease using blood tests, spinal taps, and brain scans. It involves 200 people aged 50-90 with mild memory problems. The goal is to see if a nurse-led screening tool can help get a diagnosis in months instead of over a year.
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Blood test could detect Alzheimer's years before symptoms worsen
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will check if a blood test can find signs of Alzheimer's disease in people with early memory concerns. Researchers will test 1,000 adults aged 55 and older in primary care. The goal is to see if blood markers for amyloid and tau proteins match those found in spinal flu…
Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Could your gait and blood predict Alzheimer's? new study aims to find out
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test if combining digital technology (analyzing how people walk, their facial expressions, and speech) with blood markers can better screen for early Alzheimer's disease in community adults aged 50 and older. The goal is to create a more efficient screening method…
Sponsor: First Hospital of China Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New spinal fluid test aims to solve dementia misdiagnosis puzzle
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether measuring a specific abnormal protein (alpha-synuclein) in spinal fluid can reliably distinguish dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) from Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will collect samples and perform cognitive tests on 286 older adults with suspected …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:49 UTC
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Alzheimer's vaccine aims to clear amyloid before memory fades
Prevention Not yet recruitingResearchers are testing an experimental vaccine called AV-1959R in adults aged 55 to 80 who have amyloid buildup in the brain but no memory or thinking problems. The trial compares the vaccine with a placebo to see whether it is safe, triggers an immune response, and lowers brain…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Institute for Molecular Medicine • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Green tea compound and lifestyle changes may shield high-risk brains from dementia—long-term test underway
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study follows 121 people who carry the APOE-ε4 gene variant and have noticed subtle memory slips—a group at higher risk for Alzheimer's. They previously completed a 12-month program combining diet, exercise, cognitive training, and a green tea extract (EGCG). Now, researcher…
Sponsor: Barcelonabeta Brain Research Center, Pasqual Maragall Foundation • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lifestyle makeover could slash Alzheimer's risk in genetically vulnerable seniors
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a year-long virtual lifestyle coaching program—focusing on diet, sleep, and activity—can lower Alzheimer's-related blood markers in 1,200 adults aged 60-80 who carry a genetic risk. Participants wear an Oura ring for tracking and provide blood samples. Th…
Sponsor: Scripps Translational Science Institute • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Fast-Paced workouts may shield aging brains from dementia
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 12-week high-velocity resistance training program can improve brain blood flow and thinking skills in adults aged 60 to 79 who are at higher risk for Alzheimer's disease. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the exercise program or their usu…
Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Brain-Health app and coaching trial aims to prevent dementia in At-Risk seniors
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a personalized lifestyle program combining workshops, remote coaching, and a smartphone app can help adults aged 55-75 at risk for dementia adopt healthier habits. 300 participants will either receive tailored guidance or standard advice. The main g…
Sponsor: Medical University of Vienna • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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App aims to stop anxiety and depression before they start
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a personalized smartphone app can help prevent anxiety and depression in adults who do not currently have these conditions. About 2,595 people in Spain and Chile will use either a highly interactive app (Pandora-1), a simpler educational app (Pandora-…
Sponsor: The Mediterranean Institute for the Advance of Biotechnology and Health Research • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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App aims to stop depression before it starts: 9,000-person trial launched
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a personalized smartphone app can prevent depression and anxiety in adults who do not currently have these conditions. Over 9,000 participants in Spain will use the app, which creates a custom plan with activities like exercise, sleep improvement, and pro…
Sponsor: The Mediterranean Institute for the Advance of Biotechnology and Health Research • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:51 UTC
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Could a higher dose of an Alzheimer's drug boost thinking skills in down syndrome?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial will test whether higher-than-standard doses of memantine, a drug already approved for Alzheimer's, are safe and tolerable in 25 adolescents and young adults with Down syndrome. The study also looks for early signs that the drug might improve memory and thi…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 22:00 UTC
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Can tango rewire the brain? dance program tested for Parkinson's and dementia
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingResearchers at Emory University are studying a modified Argentine tango program called Adaptango for adults with Parkinson's disease, mild cognitive impairment, or dementia, alongside younger adults. Over three months, participants take part in biweekly choreographic sessions tha…
Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Psilocybin and brain training: a new frontier for aging minds?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis Phase 2 trial tests whether combining psilocybin—a compound from certain mushrooms—with daily cognitive training can enhance brain plasticity in adults aged 65 and older. Participants include healthy older adults and those with mild cognitive impairment or early-stage Alzhei…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Institute on Aging (NIA) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI-Powered brain zaps aim to sharpen fading memories
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a personalized, non-invasive brain stimulation device for 10 people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). The device uses AI to tailor electrical stimulation to each person's brain patterns while they do memory exercises. The goal is to see if this approach can i…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an AI avatar ease the burden of Alzheimer's caregiving?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot trial tests whether an AI-powered virtual assistant, called VICA, can help family caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease. The assistant provides education, symptom monitoring, and coaching through conversation. Sixty caregiver-patient pairs will be randomly assi…
Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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App alerts when loved ones are near: a new way to fight social isolation in dementia?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a mobile app called the Social Reminder System, designed to help people with memory concerns stay socially engaged. The app sends reminders on a home tablet when a trusted friend or family member is nearby, potentially encouraging more visits and interactions. Re…
Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sleep therapy may boost brain health in Memory-Impaired seniors
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether improving sleep can help memory and thinking in older adults with mild memory problems and sleep issues. Fifty participants aged 60-85 will receive either talk therapy for insomnia or gentle sound stimulation during sleep. Researchers will track change…
Sponsor: New York State Psychiatric Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can sound waves soothe Dementia's emotional turmoil?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis early study tests whether a single session of focused ultrasound—using sound waves to gently stimulate a specific brain region—can safely reduce emotional symptoms like agitation, irritability, and anxiety in people with mild dementia. Fifteen participants aged 45 to 80 with…
Sponsor: West Virginia University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Magnetic brain zaps tailored to each patient may boost memory in Alzheimer's
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) — a non-invasive technique that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain areas — can improve thinking, mood, and daily function in people with Alzheimer's disease. Unlike standard TMS, this approach personaliz…
Sponsor: Universitat Oberta de Catalunya • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tailored sound waves may sharpen the mind
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether listening to a personalized sound frequency (in the gamma brainwave range) for one hour a day can improve cognitive function and brain synchronization. Twenty healthy adults will compare their optimal frequency against a non-optimal one over one-month per…
Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain zaps tailored to each patient may tame Alzheimer's agitation
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a personalized form of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can safely reduce behavioral and psychological symptoms in people with Alzheimer's disease. Participants receive either real or sham TMS guided by their own brain network maps. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Anhui Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Home health aide training aims to ease dementia symptoms
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving home health aides extra training on dementia care can reduce troubling behaviors in older adults with dementia or mild cognitive impairment and improve quality of life for both patients and their care partners. About 120 patient-care partner pairs …
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could video games boost brain and body function in Alzheimer's?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether playing 3D motion-sensing games (using Kinect and Google Cardboard) can improve motor control, thinking skills, and quality of life in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. Participants play specially designed games for 30 minutes a day…
Sponsor: Ziauddin University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New sleep monitor aims to help Alzheimer's patients rest better without touching them
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a special device that monitors sleep without any physical contact, designed for people with Alzheimer's or related dementias living in long-term care facilities. About 100 residents will use the device for four weeks. Researchers want to see if sharing sleep data…
Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study offers hope for lonely Alzheimer's caregivers
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to reduce unwanted loneliness and improve the daily experience of family caregivers for people with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will test a combination of music therapy and health education with 50 caregivers. The goal is to see if these activities can help c…
Sponsor: University of Valencia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could silkworm powder boost brain health in Alzheimer's?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether silkworm pupa powder, taken daily for 12 weeks, can improve memory, daily living skills, and frailty in 100 people with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. Participants will take the powder twice a day and visit the clinic every 4 weeks for tests in…
Sponsor: Zhejiang Provincial Tongde Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Could a nasal spray boost sleep and brain health in seniors?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a nasal spray containing two medicines, dexmedetomidine and esketamine, can improve sleep quality and thinking abilities in older adults with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's-related cognitive impairment and sleep problems. Sixty participants will receive eit…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Peking University First Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Could a magnetic headset boost brain power after injury or illness?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis early study tests whether a low-level magnetic therapy device, used at home, is safe and practical for people with cognitive issues from brain injury, Long COVID, or Alzheimer's. About 30 adults will use the device regularly and complete computer-based thinking tests. The go…
Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Can a 5-Week online sleep program help dementia patients and their caregivers rest better?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a virtual cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) program, called REPAIR Sleep, can improve sleep and emotional well-being in people with dementia and their live-in caregivers. Over 5 weekly video sessions, participants learn techniques like set…
Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Phone therapy aims to boost brain health in older HIV patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a short, telephone-delivered insomnia treatment (BBTI) can improve sleep and cognitive function in 214 older adults with HIV, compared to a mindfulness approach (BMT). Participants will complete four weekly phone sessions and attend in-person visits for s…
Sponsor: University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Sound sleep therapy may sharpen memory in early Alzheimer's
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether playing gentle sounds during deep sleep can improve memory and reduce Alzheimer's-related proteins in people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). About 114 participants, including those with MCI and healthy older adults, will have their sleep monitored a…
Sponsor: Institut de Recerca Biomèdica de Lleida-Fundació Dr. Pifarré (IRBLleida) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New study offers Text-Based support to dementia caregivers
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program called CommunityRx-Dementia, where trained peer mentors help caregivers of people with dementia. Over 12 months, caregivers get a personalized list of community resources, coaching, and supportive text messages. The goal is to reduce loneliness and help…
Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Music therapy may ease dementia stress for patients and caregivers
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether 8 weeks of improvisation music therapy can improve mood and lower stress for people with mild Alzheimer's disease and their care partners. About 40 older adults and their caregivers will attend music sessions and fill out questionnaires before and aft…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Can a THC-Based drug calm Alzheimer's agitation? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether dronabinol, a synthetic form of THC (the active ingredient in cannabis), can safely reduce agitation in people with Alzheimer's disease. About 140 adults aged 50 to 90 with Alzheimer's-related agitation will receive either dronabinol or a placebo for 12 w…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Benuvia Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Simple exercise and relaxation program aims to ease the toll on Alzheimer's caregivers
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 10-week program combining strength exercises with muscle relaxation techniques can reduce frailty, anxiety, and burden in people caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's. About 62 caregivers will be randomly assigned to either the combined program or rel…
Sponsor: University of Salamanca • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Could a seizure pill boost memory in Alzheimer's? UCLA launches new trial
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests whether brivaracetam, a seizure medication, can calm overactive brain areas and improve thinking in 25 adults aged 45–70 with mild Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment. Participants will have brain activity monitored via scalp and depth electrodes…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Beetroot juice: a surprising new hope for Alzheimer's?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether drinking beetroot juice twice a day is practical and acceptable for people with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. Thirty participants will take the juice for one week, with help from a caregiver, to see if they can stick with it and if it causes an…
Sponsor: University of the West of Scotland • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app ease dialysis fatigue? new study investigates
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a smartphone app that guides patients through acupressure can reduce fatigue, itching, and improve sleep in people on hemodialysis. About 70 adults who have been on dialysis for at least three months will be randomly assigned to use the app daily for four…
Sponsor: Taipei Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Can a zapping headband boost memory in Alzheimer's?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp (called tACS) can improve memory and thinking in people with mild Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will compare real stimulation to a sham (fake) version in 160 participants. The goal is to see if this safe…
Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New hope for Alzheimer's: safety trial of Add-On therapy begins
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding an experimental drug (X/T+X-EC) to standard Alzheimer's treatment (lecanemab) is safe and tolerable. About 60 adults with Alzheimer's will receive either the drug or a placebo for 24 weeks. The main goal is to check for side effects, not to measure…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Neurology Office of South Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Could a light helmet slow Alzheimer's? new study begins
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study will test whether shining near-infrared light on the head each day can help people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. Forty participants will receive 30-minute light sessions six times a week for 96 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in thinkin…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:21 UTC
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Brain-Body workouts tested for Alzheimer's: a new hope?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether doing physical exercises (like walking and balancing) at the same time as mental tasks (like math or memory games) can improve thinking skills in people with mild Alzheimer's disease. Sixty older adults will be randomly assigned to either this dual-task t…
Sponsor: Fenerbahce University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:16 UTC
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Painting and clay may boost brain and hand function in Alzheimer's patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether art therapy—like painting, clay modeling, and collage—can improve thinking and hand skills in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. Fifty adults aged 60 and older will be split into two groups: one does art therapy twice a week for 8 weeks, th…
Sponsor: Fenerbahce University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:03 UTC
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Music therapy tested to prevent caregiver burnout in Alzheimer's
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether listening to music at home can improve the quality of life and reduce burnout in people caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's. Ninety caregiver-patient pairs will be split into groups, with some listening to music or podcasts three times a week for 12 w…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Your phone might notice Alzheimer's decline before you do
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingResearchers at Poitiers University Hospital are studying whether changes in how people with Alzheimer's use their smartphones track with changes in their ability to handle daily tasks. About 100 participants aged 60 and older will have their Android phone usage and battery data c…
Sponsor: Poitiers University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a video chat keep dementia care true to Patients' wishes?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingResearchers at Tufts Medical Center are testing an advance care planning program for people 65 and older who have Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, or who face a higher risk of dying within a year. The program pairs participants with counselors and videos that explain car…
Sponsor: Tufts Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Memory test gets a reunion island makeover!
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to create a version of the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) that works better for people in Reunion Island. The current French version has questions that don't fit local culture. Researchers will test 400 people aged 60-89, both healthy and those with Alzheime…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de la Réunion • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to predict and prevent deadly surgery risks in seniors
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will create a computer tool to predict which older adults are at high risk for serious problems after heart or blood vessel surgery. It will also test if special programs before and during surgery can help prevent confusion, heart issues, and death. About 1,200 people …
Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a ketone drink fuel an aging brain? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will use combined PET and MRI scans to measure how the brain uses glucose and oxygen in healthy adults and people with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers want to see if a commercially available ketone drink can improve brain energy metabolism. The study involves 17 parti…
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can Real-World data reveal hidden risks of an Alzheimer's drug?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is a registry that follows 400 people with Alzheimer's disease who have been prescribed LEQEMBI in routine clinical practice. The goal is to track how often and how severely certain side effects occur, including brain swelling (ARIA-E), small brain bleeds (ARIA-H), lar…
Sponsor: Eisai Limited • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a workout help your brain take out the trash?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether a single session of aerobic exercise can enhance the brain's glymphatic system—a network that clears waste products. Researchers will use MRI to compare brain fluid dynamics in healthy adults aged 25–75, both at rest and during exercise on a stationary…
Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can Real-World data uncover hidden risks of the Alzheimer's drug LEQEMBI?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis registry study follows 400 Alzheimer's patients in Canada who are prescribed LEQEMBI, a medication for the disease. The goal is to track the frequency and severity of known side effects, such as brain swelling (ARIA-E), microbleeds (ARIA-H), and larger brain hemorrhages, dur…
Sponsor: Eisai Limited • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple genetic test help east asian americans make healthier choices?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether teaching East Asian American adults about alcohol flushing and offering them a genetic test for it is practical and helpful. About 100 people who flush when they drink or have a family history of flushing will take part. Half will get education only, a…
Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI could spot Alzheimer's years before symptoms worsen
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThe AHEAD study is testing whether artificial intelligence can help detect early signs of Alzheimer's disease in people who feel their memory is slipping but still test normal. Researchers will use brain scans, eye tests, and blood markers to identify those at highest risk. High-…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New online tool aims to help dementia caregivers fight depression
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at better ways to screen caregivers of people with dementia for depression and connect them to online treatment. About 15 adult caregivers who show mild depression symptoms will test a new app. The goal is to see if the approach is easy to use and helps more peop…
Sponsor: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a simple quiz predict brain health in aging? italian study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test an Italian version of a questionnaire called the dynamic Neurocognitive Adaptation (dNA) scale in 265 older adults, including those with normal aging, mild memory complaints, or dementia. The goal is to see if higher scores on the scale—reflecting more engage…
Sponsor: Neuromed IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can online training ease Dementia-Related behaviors in nursing homes?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will adapt and test an online communication training program called CHATO for nursing home staff who care for people with dementia. The goal is to improve how staff interact with residents, which may reduce behavioral symptoms like agitation or rejection of care. Resea…
Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Your phone could soon be your gait doctor
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an AI-powered smartphone app can accurately measure walking patterns compared to a high-tech motion-capture system. Forty healthy adults will walk with a phone in their pocket while being recorded by cameras. The goal is to see if phones can reliably trac…
Sponsor: Technical University of Munich • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New imaging study aims to spot immune cells in Alzheimer's brains
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study uses a special full-body PET scan to look for activated T cells (a type of immune cell) in the brain and body of people with Alzheimer's disease. Ten participants with Alzheimer's and some healthy volunteers will get the scan to compare results. The goal is to better u…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: CellSight Technologies, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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ER program aims to cut repeat falls in dementia patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a short program in the emergency department for people with dementia who have fallen. The program includes the patient and their caregiver and aims to reduce future fall-related ER visits. About 700 participants will be split into two groups: one gets the new pro…
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New program aims to catch dementia sooner in primary care
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program called Improving Dementia Care (IDC) to help primary care doctors identify dementia in patients who have memory concerns but no prior diagnosis. About 80 adults with mild cognitive issues will take part. The goal is to see if the program leads to more d…
Sponsor: Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Can blood tests spot Alzheimer's risk in all ethnicities? barcelona study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will check if levels of Alzheimer's-related substances in the blood differ among the main ethnic groups living in central Barcelona. Researchers will also look at how age, income, education, and health conditions affect these levels. The goal is to identify barriers to…
Sponsor: Barcelonabeta Brain Research Center, Pasqual Maragall Foundation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Hidden hunger in hospitals: new study to reveal malnutrition rates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out how many hospitalized patients in Iraq are malnourished, a problem that can lead to more complications and longer stays. Researchers will screen 300 adults in two hospitals using standard tools to identify those at risk. The goal is to gather data to i…
Sponsor: AlFayhaa General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New study aims to replace costly PET scans with MRI and blood tests for Alzheimer's patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether advanced MRI scans and blood tests can predict how well Alzheimer's patients respond to antibody drugs like lecanemab and donanemab. Researchers aim to create personalized models that show when amyloid plaques have been cleared from the brain, potenti…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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AI could slash Alzheimer's scans: one test instead of two
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new AI method to generate a type of brain scan (FDG PET) from another scan (amyloid PET) and an MRI, without needing an extra injection or scan. Researchers will use data from 35 Alzheimer's patients who already had both scans. If it works, it could reduce radi…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Can a video boost dementia diagnosis in vietnam?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether watching digital stories can help older adults in rural Vietnam learn about Alzheimer's and related dementias and encourage early diagnosis. Researchers will work with 100 older adults and their caregivers to see if this approach is feasible and improves …
Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Worcester • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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AI chatbot aims to teach women heart attack symptoms
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an AI-powered app called HeartBot II can improve women's awareness of heart attack symptoms. About 200 women will be randomly assigned to use the app right away or wait 12 weeks. Participants complete surveys about their knowledge and confidence in recogn…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Smartwatches may catch Alzheimer's before symptoms show
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test if wearable devices like smartwatches and rings can detect early signs of mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease in 150 adults aged 65 and older. Participants will wear the devices for 30 days while researchers collect data on activity, sleep, and …
Sponsor: Getúlio Vargas University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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2,800 seniors join quest to unlock secrets of healthy aging
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 2,800 adults aged 55 and older in China for many years to understand how aging affects the brain and thinking skills. Researchers will collect information on diet, lifestyle, medical history, brain scans, and gut bacteria. The goal is to learn what helps pe…
Sponsor: Westlake University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Alzheimer's caregiver study aims to uncover hidden struggles
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how caring for a family member with Alzheimer's disease affects caregivers' daily lives, emotions, and sense of balance. Researchers will interview and survey 66 caregivers, some who are still caring for a loved one and some who have experienced the loss of th…
Sponsor: Universidad Rey Juan Carlos • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Zapping the ear to sharpen aging brains: stanford launches memory study
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis Stanford study tests whether a non-invasive device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear can improve memory formation in healthy older adults (ages 65-80) compared to younger adults (ages 18-30). The stimulation is given during learning tasks, and researchers will also l…
Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC