Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing
Clinical trials sponsored by Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing, explained in plain language.
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Brain zaps & computer games: new hope for Alzheimer's patients
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing two new personalized treatments for older adults with Alzheimer's disease or mild cognitive impairment. One part uses a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique, while the other uses a computer-based training program tailored to each person's needs. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Brain light treatment tested for Alzheimer's
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether shining a special near-infrared light on the head can help people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. It will compare the light treatment to a fake treatment in 38 participants over 16 weeks, measuring changes in memory, thinking, and daily fu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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Brain pacemaker trial offers hope for untreatable seizures
Disease control OngoingThis small pilot study is testing whether electrical stimulation of a specific brain area called the subiculum can help reduce seizure frequency in people with drug-resistant temporal lobe epilepsy. The trial involves 6 participants who have not responded to medications and are n…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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Brain scan breakthrough could pinpoint hidden stroke risk
Diagnosis OngoingThis study aims to see if a new computer analysis of standard brain artery scans can better predict who is at high risk for another stroke. It will involve 400 adults who have already had a minor stroke or warning sign and have a narrowed brain artery. Researchers will analyze th…
Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC