Sniffing out seizures: scientists hunt for Smell-Based early warning

NCT ID NCT05865561

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study is looking for 100 adults with drug-resistant epilepsy to see if their body odor changes before a seizure. Researchers will collect scent samples and analyze them to find unique chemical markers. If successful, this could lead to a non-invasive device that warns people of an upcoming seizure, improving safety and quality of life.

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Locations

  • Hôpital Fondation Adolphe de Rothschild

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    Paris, 75019, France

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  • Institut La Teppe

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    Tain-l'Hermitage, 26600, France

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