New drug SPG302 tested for schizophrenia in small trial

NCT ID NCT06442462

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This phase 2 study tests whether SPG302, a small synthetic molecule, can safely reduce schizophrenia symptoms in adults. 32 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo. Researchers will measure symptom severity, brain activity, and eye tracking to see if the drug works.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
SPG302 (a small synthetic molecule)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a new treatment option for schizophrenia symptoms.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase trial with only 32 participants. The drug may not improve symptoms or could cause side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Box Hill Hospital - Eastern Health

    Box Hill, Victoria, 3128, Australia

  • CenExel CNS

    Garden Grove, California, 92845, United States

  • Multidisciplinary Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre (MAPrc)

    Melbourne, Victoria, 3004, Australia

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