Massive brain study seeks clues to schizophrenia in families

NCT ID NCT00001486

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 30 times

Summary

This completed study from the National Institute of Mental Health looked at nearly 5,000 people with schizophrenia or related disorders, along with their siblings. The goal was to find genes linked to the illness and see how they affect brain function. By understanding these connections, researchers hope to develop better treatments and prevention strategies.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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