Scientists scan brains to unlock why time feels different as we age
NCT ID NCT06349213
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how aging changes the way we perceive time. Researchers will use brain scans (EEG, fMRI, and PET) to compare time judgment in healthy young adults (20-35) and older adults (60-85). The goal is to understand the brain mechanisms behind age-related changes in time processing, which could help identify early signs of cognitive decline.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Fluorodopa (FDOPA) injection for PET imaging
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help identify brain changes related to time perception in aging, potentially leading to early markers for cognitive decline.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It is small (130 participants) and focuses on healthy individuals, so results may not apply to those with cognitive impairments.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Cyceron Boulevard Henri Becquerel
RECRUITINGCaen, 14074, France
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