Scientists scan brains to predict when You'll hit a wall

NCT ID NCT03233282

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This completed study used non-invasive brain scans (EEG and MEG) to identify electrical signals linked to mental and physical tiredness in 169 healthy adults. Participants performed tasks designed to cause cognitive or physical fatigue while their brain activity was recorded. The goal was to find markers that could one day help predict performance drops in everyday life.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this research could help develop ways to predict or monitor fatigue in real-world settings like work or sports.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study in healthy volunteers, not a treatment trial. The findings may not apply to people with medical conditions or lead to direct benefits.

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Locations

  • Hospices Civils de Lyon, HFME

    Bron, 69500, France