Scientists peek inside the brain to unlock memory secrets
NCT ID NCT04500119
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how the brain learns, remembers, and makes decisions. Researchers will record brain activity from 200 epilepsy patients who already have electrodes implanted for medical monitoring. Participants perform simple computer tasks while their brain signals are measured. The goal is to understand memory better, not to test a new treatment.
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 research could point toward new treatments for memory disorders like Alzheimer's or brain injury.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures brain activity, so it won't directly help participants. Results may not lead to therapies for years.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Los Angeles, California, 90048, United States
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