Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing
Clinical trials sponsored by Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing, explained in plain language.
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Brain zap trial offers hope for drug-resistant epilepsy patients
Disease control OngoingThis small pilot study tests whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) of a brain region called the subiculum can safely reduce seizure frequency in people with drug-resistant temporal lobe epilepsy and bilateral hippocampal sclerosis. Six participants receive the implant and are moni…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:49 UTC
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Tailored brain zaps and training aim to slow Alzheimer's memory decline
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests two personalized treatments for older adults with mild memory and thinking problems due to Alzheimer's. One approach uses computer algorithms to create custom cognitive training exercises. The other uses brain imaging and AI to deliver targeted electrical stimula…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 15:01 UTC
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Could a light helmet slow Alzheimer's? new study tests the idea
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether shining a special near-infrared light on the head can safely help people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. About 38 adults aged 50-90 will receive either real or fake light treatments daily for 16 weeks, then everyone gets the real light for up t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:00 UTC