Zapping the brain to fight Alzheimer's memory loss

NCT ID NCT06094192

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Boston University Charles River Campus Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a noninvasive brain stimulation technique, personalized to each person's brain rhythms, can improve memory in people with mild Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will compare memory performance during real stimulation versus a sham (fake) condition. The goal is to understand if this drug-free approach can help with memory and lay the groundwork for future treatments.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: high definition transcranial electrical current stimulation
What this could lead to: If it works, this could lead to a drug-free way to improve memory in people with Alzheimer's disease.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage study testing a theory, not a proven treatment. The memory improvements may be small or not last. The device is noninvasive and considered safe.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Alzheimer disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ALZHEIMER DISEASE

Contacts and locations

Locations

677 Beacon St. Room 308
RECRUITING

Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States

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