Scientists test smarter brain zaps to tame epilepsy
NCT ID NCT06141668
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested different electrical stimulation settings to see which ones best reduce abnormal brain activity in people with epilepsy. Researchers compared settings from animal studies to those used in standard practice. The goal is to improve how brain stimulation is used to control seizures.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Electrical stimulation
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help identify the best stimulation settings to reduce seizures in people with epilepsy.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study (28 participants) that only measured brain activity, not seizure reduction. Results may not apply to all epilepsy patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States
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