Mind control? scientists use brain scans to tweak social perception
NCT ID NCT07528378
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether real-time fMRI can alter how healthy people perceive social interactions. Ten participants will undergo multiple MRI sessions where their brain activity is monitored and used to trigger specific trials. The goal is to see if this feedback can shift their perception of social animations, such as whether interactions seem positive or negative.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- real-time fMRI neurofeedback
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could reveal how brain activity influences social perception, potentially guiding future therapies for social disorders.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early-stage study in healthy volunteers, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply to clinical populations or lead to direct benefits.
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