Scientists sniff out Alzheimer's clues in nasal tissue
NCT ID NCT07021040
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study collects a small sample of tissue from inside the nose to learn how the sense of smell changes in people with Alzheimer's. Researchers will compare samples from healthy volunteers and those with early or mild Alzheimer's. The goal is to understand the biology behind smell loss, which is an early symptom of the disease.
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 reveal how Alzheimer's affects the sense of smell, potentially leading to earlier diagnostic tools.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not lead to any direct medical benefit or new therapies.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Duke University Health Center
RECRUITINGDurham, North Carolina, 27710, United States
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