New memory test could spot Alzheimer's earlier
NCT ID NCT06564779
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing a new memory assessment tool called NEM (New evaluation of Episodic Memory) to see if it can better diagnose Alzheimer's disease in people with mild memory problems. Researchers will compare the NEM test with standard memory tests in 150 adults aged 50 and older who have amnestic mild cognitive impairment. The goal is to improve early and accurate diagnosis of Alzheimer's.
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 could provide a more accurate and sensitive way to diagnose Alzheimer's disease earlier, helping patients and doctors plan care sooner.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage study with only 150 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The new test may not prove better than existing memory assessments.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University hospital
RECRUITINGTours, 37044, France
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