Zapping the brain to unlock secrets of aging
NCT ID NCT07168031
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study uses a safe, non-invasive technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) to apply a very weak electrical current to the scalp of healthy adults. Researchers will compare how younger (20-40) and older (60-80) participants perform computer tasks and how their brain activity changes on MRI scans. The goal is to understand how age influences the brain's response to stimulation, which could guide future research into cognitive support.
What this could mean
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Active substance
transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) - a mild electrical current applied to the scalp
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help researchers understand how brain stimulation might be used in the future to support cognitive function in aging.
What could go wrong
This is a basic science study in healthy volunteers, not a treatment trial. The results may not lead to any direct medical application, and effects may vary between individuals.
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University of Bern, Department of Old Age Psychiatry and Psychotherapy
RECRUITINGBern, 3000, Switzerland
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