Zapping the brain to sharpen memory: new trial tests TMS in older adults
NCT ID NCT03574207
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can improve memory in healthy adults and in older adults with amnestic mild cognitive impairment (aMCI), a condition that often leads to Alzheimer's. Researchers will use face-word association tasks and brain scans to measure changes. The study enrolls 48 participants across three groups: young adults, healthy older adults, and those with aMCI.
What this could mean
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Active substance
transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a non-invasive treatment to improve memory in people with mild cognitive impairment.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early pilot study. Results may not generalize, and memory improvements may be modest or not lasting.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center
RECRUITINGOmaha, Nebraska, 68198, United States
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