National Neuroscience Institute
Clinical trials sponsored by National Neuroscience Institute, explained in plain language.
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Experimental drug ACT001 targets tough brain tumors in small trial
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial is testing an oral drug called ACT001 in 12 adults whose glioblastoma has returned after standard treatment. The study focuses on patients whose tumors have a specific genetic signature (STAT3-high). Researchers will check if the drug can shrink or stabilize th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Neuroscience Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Gene test could personalize stroke prevention
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether genetic testing can help doctors pick the right antiplatelet medicine for people who have had a stroke or mini-stroke. About 350 patients will be randomly assigned to either standard care or a genetic test that checks if a common drug, clopidogrel, is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Neuroscience Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Vitamin e derivative tested as Parkinson's slowing agent in new trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a daily dose of tocotrienols (a type of vitamin E) can slow the worsening of motor symptoms in Parkinson's disease. One hundred adults with Parkinson's will take either the supplement or a placebo for two years. Researchers will track movement, thinking, …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Neuroscience Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC