Brain stimulation trial hopes to sharpen fading memory
NCT ID NCT06783283
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tACS to see if it can improve working memory in people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Twenty volunteers aged 60 and older will receive daily stimulation sessions for two weeks. The main goal is to see if people will join and stick with the treatment, with memory changes measured as a secondary outcome.
What this could mean
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Active substance
transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a non-invasive, drug-free way to boost memory in people with mild cognitive impairment.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early feasibility study with only 20 participants. It primarily measures recruitment and retention, not yet whether the stimulation actually improves memory. The effect may be small or absent.
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Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
RECRUITINGToronto, Ontario, M6J 1H4, Canada
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