The National Brain Mapping Laboratory (nbml)
Clinical trials sponsored by The National Brain Mapping Laboratory (nbml), explained in plain language.
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Zapping depression: new brain stimulation technique tested
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a new, multi-channel brain stimulation technique (tDCS) works better than the standard method or a fake treatment for major depression. It involved 60 adults with moderate-to-severe depression. Researchers measured changes in depression symptoms, thinkin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The National Brain Mapping Laboratory (NBML) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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Zapping the brain to ease MS suffering
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a non-invasive electrical brain stimulation treatment could help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) feel better mentally and think more clearly. Fifty-three adults with MS received either the real stimulation or a sham (fake) treatment to see if it impr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The National Brain Mapping Laboratory (NBML) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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Zap therapy for OCD? brain stimulation trial seeks relief
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS could help people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Forty-two adult patients received either real or fake stimulation to see if it reduced their OCD symptoms, improved their mood, and helped …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: The National Brain Mapping Laboratory (NBML) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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Zapping the brain to sharpen the mind in schizophrenia
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether two types of gentle, non-invasive electrical brain stimulation could improve thinking skills like memory and problem-solving in people with schizophrenia. Thirty-six adults with schizophrenia received different stimulation types in a random order to see …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The National Brain Mapping Laboratory (NBML) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 14:40 UTC
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Scientists zap brains to unlock memory secrets
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis research study aimed to understand how gentle electrical and magnetic brain stimulation might affect memory and brain waves. It involved 30 healthy adults aged 18-60 who received non-invasive stimulation while their brain activity was measured. The goal was to gather knowled…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The National Brain Mapping Laboratory (NBML) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC