Brain zap video game: could it sharpen your mind?
NCT ID NCT05907343
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a brain-computer interface (BCI) that reads your brain waves while you play a video game can deliver targeted magnetic stimulation to improve focus and thinking. Researchers will enroll 180 adults, including those with mild cognitive impairment, to compare real stimulation against a sham version. The goal is to see if this closed-loop system can restore cognitive control better than standard stimulation.
What this could mean
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Active substance
theta burst stimulation (TBS) via transcranial magnetic stimulation
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a non-invasive way to boost cognitive function in people with mild cognitive impairment.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with no phase assigned, so results are uncertain. The intervention is experimental and may not produce lasting benefits.
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