Brain zaps and flickering lights: a new memory hack?
NCT ID NCT07668167
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study tests whether combining 40Hz light, sound, and mild nerve stimulation can improve working memory in healthy adults. Thirty participants will try different combinations of these non-invasive stimulations while their brain activity is recorded. The goal is to understand how these techniques affect brain networks and whether they can enhance cognitive function.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could reveal how combining different types of brain stimulation might improve memory or focus.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-phase study in healthy people, so results may not apply to patients or lead to a treatment.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Xidian University
RECRUITINGXi'an, Shaanxi, 71000, China
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