NEUROCOGNITIVE DISORDERS

This study tested an experimental drug called XPro1595 in 208 people with early Alzheimer's disease who also had signs of brain inflammation. The goal was to see if the drug could improve memory, thinking, and daily function compared to a placebo over 24 weeks. Researchers also c…

This study looked at whether a special brain scan called 18F-FDG PET can help doctors tell the difference between cognitive problems caused by psychiatric conditions versus neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's. Researchers studied 20 adults with cognitive impairment who ha…

This study looks at whether adding a physical activity education program to adapted exercise helps people with mild memory or thinking problems more than exercise alone. Thirty-four participants will be followed for six months to measure changes in activity level, thinking skills…

This study tested two types of mental exercises in 514 older adults with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. One group used a computer program with brain games, while the other used physical puzzles and memory cards. The goal was to see if these activities could improve thinkin…

This study tested whether a program that combines talk therapy, brain training, and healthy lifestyle advice is practical and helpful for people with conditions like mild traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, long COVID, or mild cognitive impairment. Fifteen participants we…

This completed study followed 6,000 adults who had COVID-19 symptoms and were tested for the virus. Participants completed online surveys every 3 months for 18 months to track long-term health issues like fatigue, brain fog, and heart problems. The goal was to better understand t…

This study looked at how sleep apnea might make brain problems worse after surgery. Researchers enrolled 32 adults with moderate-to-severe sleep apnea who were scheduled for surgery. They used brain scans and memory tests before surgery, two days after, and six months later to tr…