Scientists probe brain synapses to unlock secrets of mental illness
NCT ID NCT07234851
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at brain tissue and lab-grown nerve cells from people with schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, frontotemporal dementia, and Alzheimer's. Researchers want to find out how problems with synapses—the connections between brain cells—differ in these conditions. The goal is to better understand what goes wrong in the brain, which could guide future treatments.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this research could reveal new targets for future treatments for several mental and neurodegenerative disorders.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study using stored tissue and cells, not a treatment trial. Findings may not directly lead to therapies.
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Locations
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Research Institute Sant Pau
Barcelona, 08025, Spain