Scientists zap brains to unlock secrets of memory and navigation
NCT ID NCT04874220
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study uses deep brain stimulation and recordings to understand how the brain navigates real and virtual spaces. Seventy participants with implanted RNS systems will perform memory tasks in VR, AR, and real-world settings. The goal is to link brain activity, body movements, and memory performance to improve future treatments for memory disorders.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Deep brain stimulation
What this could lead to
If successful, this could reveal how deep brain stimulation improves memory and navigation, pointing toward future treatments for memory loss.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage observational study with only 70 participants. It is designed to understand brain activity, not to test a treatment, so direct benefits are uncertain.
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Duke University
RECRUITINGDurham, North Carolina, 27705, United States
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University of California, Los Angeles
RECRUITINGLos Angeles, California, 90024, United States
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