Central nervous system disorder
MONDO:0002602A disease involving the central nervous system.
Also known as: CNS disorder, central nervous disease, central nervous system disease, central nervous system disease or disorder, central nervous system disorder, disease of central nervous system, disease of the central nervous system, disease or disorder of central nervous system
20397 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 119 tagged with Central nervous system disorder itself.
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Browse by category →Sub-types of Central nervous system disorder
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Brain disorder 136 trials · 16,663 incl. sub-types
71 sub-types
- Mental disorder 249 trials · 7,372 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Cerebrovascular disorder 107 trials · 3,282 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Basal ganglia disorder 9 trials · 1,318 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Brain neoplasm 246 trials · 1,077 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Multiple sclerosis 765 trials · 852 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Insomnia 822 trials · 826 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Cerebral cortex disorder 0 trials · 721 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Brain injury 220 trials · 692 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Epilepsy 461 trials · 645 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Migraine disorder 390 trials · 411 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Cerebellar disorder 9 trials · 270 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Visual pathway disorder 1 trial · 201 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Pituitary gland disorder 18 trials · 175 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Thalamic disorder 0 trials · 110 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Intracranial hypertension 51 trials · 97 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Encephalitis 25 trials · 95 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Hydrocephalus 52 trials · 78 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Cerebral degeneration 0 trials · 61 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Hepatic encephalopathy 44 trials Sub-types →
- Narcolepsy-cataplexy syndrome 42 trials · 44 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Cerebral lipidosis with dementia 0 trials · 38 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Intracranial hypotension 32 trials
- Cluster headache syndrome 26 trials Sub-types →
- Brain edema 23 trials
- Narcolepsy without cataplexy 22 trials
- Encephalomalacia 1 trial · 13 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Olfactory nerve disorder 8 trials · 12 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Prion disease 5 trials · 11 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Traumatic encephalopathy 11 trials
- Cerebral cortical dysplasia 2 trials · 7 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Progressive bulbar palsy 5 trials Sub-types →
- Akinetic mutism 3 trials
- Bilirubin encephalopathy 3 trials Sub-types →
- Central nervous system cyst 3 trials Sub-types →
- Encephaloclastic disorder 0 trials · 3 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Encephalopathy, acute, infection-induced 2 trials · 3 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Megalencephaly 3 trials Sub-types →
- Cerebral malaria 2 trials
- Leukoencephalopathy, megalencephalic 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Wernicke encephalopathy 1 trial
- Brain compression 1 trial
- Carbon monoxide-induced delayed encephalopathy 1 trial
- Cerebral sarcoidosis 1 trial
- Reye syndrome 0 trials
- XK aprosencephaly 0 trials
- Acute bilirubin encephalopathy 0 trials
- Aprosencephaly 0 trials
- Atelencephaly 0 trials
- Autoimmune encephalopathy with parasomnia and obstructive sleep apnea 0 trials
- Autosomal recessive frontotemporal pachygyria 0 trials
- Brain malformations with or without urinary tract defects 0 trials
- Bulbar polio 0 trials
- Central nervous system origin vertigo 0 trials
- Cerebritis 0 trials
- Chronic bilirubin encephalopathy 0 trials
- Colpocephaly 0 trials
- Complex cortical dysplasia with other brain malformations 0 trials Sub-types →
- Corpus callosum agenesis of blepharophimosis robin type 0 trials
- Corpus callosum dysgenesis X-linked recessive 0 trials
- Corpus callosum dysgenesis cleft spasm 0 trials
- Corpus callosum dysgenesis hypopituitarism 0 trials
- Diabetic encephalopathy 0 trials
- Disorder of optic chiasm 0 trials
- Encephalopathy due to mitochondrial and peroxisomal fission defect 0 trials Sub-types →
- Encephalopathy, acute transient 0 trials
- Encephalopathy, recurrent, of childhood 0 trials
- Glycine encephalopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- Hypothalamic hamartomas with gelastic seizures 0 trials
- Meningoencephalocele 0 trials
- Midbrain disorder 0 trials
- Occipital pachygyria and polymicrogyria 0 trials
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Neurodegenerative disease 186 trials · 3,277 incl. sub-types
22 sub-types
- Tauopathy 24 trials · 1,190 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Demyelinating disease 27 trials · 931 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inherited neurodegenerative disorder 10 trials · 807 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Motor neuron disorder 69 trials · 506 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Synucleinopathy 18 trials · 237 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Cerebellar degeneration 6 trials · 150 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Primary progressive aphasia 42 trials · 71 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Cerebral degeneration 0 trials · 61 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Neuroaxonal dystrophy 1 trial · 9 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Secondary Parkinson disease 9 trials Sub-types →
- Primary progressive apraxia of speech 2 trials
- Marchiafava-Bignami disease 1 trial
- Human prion disease 1 trial Sub-types →
- Brachial amyotrophic diplegia 0 trials
- Choroidal sclerosis 0 trials Sub-types →
- Eyelid degenerative disorder 0 trials
- Hypertrophic olivary degeneration 0 trials
- Infantile bilateral striatal necrosis 0 trials Sub-types →
- Olivopontocerebellar atrophy 0 trials
- Primary progressive freezing gait 0 trials
- Senile degeneration of brain 0 trials
- Superficial siderosis 0 trials
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Central nervous system neoplasm 51 trials · 1,979 incl. sub-types
10 sub-types
- Central nervous system cancer 130 trials · 1,699 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Brain neoplasm 246 trials · 1,077 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Tumor of meninges 1 trial · 123 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Central nervous system hematopoietic neoplasm 0 trials · 107 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Spinal cord neoplasm 36 trials · 77 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Autonomic nervous system neoplasm 0 trials · 60 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Central nervous system organ benign neoplasm 1 trial · 57 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Central nervous system germ cell tumor 6 trials · 9 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Epidural abscess 5 trials
- Optic nerve neoplasm 1 trial · 4 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Spinal cord disorder 46 trials · 1,251 incl. sub-types
10 sub-types
- Spinal cord injury 650 trials
- Anterior horn disorder 0 trials · 481 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Spinal cord neoplasm 36 trials · 77 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Spina bifida 44 trials · 59 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Myelitis 4 trials · 52 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Syringomyelia 6 trials Sub-types →
- Tethered spinal cord syndrome 6 trials
- Radiation myelitis 0 trials
- Segmental spinal dysgenesis 0 trials
- Vascular myelopathy 0 trials
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Autoimmune disorder of central nervous system 2 trials · 874 incl. sub-types
8 sub-types
- Multiple sclerosis 765 trials · 852 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Autoimmune encephalitis 32 trials · 33 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Central nervous system lupus 2 trials
- Autoimmune epilepsy 1 trial
- Miller Fisher syndrome 0 trials
- Autoimmune encephalopathy with parasomnia and obstructive sleep apnea 0 trials
- Autoimmune optic neuritis 0 trials
- Primary hypophysitis 0 trials Sub-types →
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Palsy 36 trials · 843 incl. sub-types
10 sub-types
- Cerebral palsy 441 trials · 497 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Hemiplegia 175 trials · 178 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Quadriplegia 73 trials
- Paraplegia 47 trials · 68 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Facial paralysis 19 trials · 34 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Respiratory paralysis 20 trials
- Erb palsy 11 trials
- Ophthalmoplegia 0 trials · 11 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Progressive bulbar palsy 5 trials Sub-types →
- Klumpke's paralysis 0 trials
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Encephalomyelitis 3 trials · 226 incl. sub-types
7 sub-types
- Encephalitis 25 trials · 95 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Meningitis 42 trials · 73 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Myelitis 4 trials · 52 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Optic neuritis 21 trials · 25 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Hypophysitis 2 trials Sub-types →
- Venezuelan equine encephalitis 1 trial
- Cerebritis 0 trials
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Autonomic nervous system disorder 59 trials · 209 incl. sub-types
13 sub-types
- Dysautonomia 16 trials · 64 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Autonomic nervous system neoplasm 0 trials · 60 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Sympathetic nervous system disorder 8 trials · 28 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Pure autonomic failure 18 trials
- Autonomic dysreflexia 11 trials
- Autonomic neuropathy 7 trials · 10 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Central hypoventilation syndrome, congenital, 1, with or without Hirschsprung disease 5 trials
- Baroreflex failure 1 trial
- Frey syndrome 0 trials
- Chronic hiccup 0 trials
- Harlequin syndrome 0 trials
- Idiopathic peripheral autonomic neuropathy 0 trials
- Parasympathetic nervous system disorder 0 trials Sub-types →
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Central nervous system infectious disorder 10 trials · 163 incl. sub-types
12 sub-types
- Viral infection of central nervous system 3 trials · 58 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Infectious encephalitis 3 trials · 50 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Infectious meningitis 3 trials · 49 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Prion disease 5 trials · 11 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Central nervous system tuberculosis 1 trial · 7 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Epidural abscess 5 trials
- Intracranial abscess 3 trials
- Cerebral malaria 2 trials
- Congenital toxoplasmosis 2 trials
- Human prion disease 1 trial Sub-types →
- Subdural empyema 1 trial
- Neuroschistosomiasis 0 trials
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Optic nerve disorder 23 trials · 95 incl. sub-types
8 sub-types
- Optic atrophy 4 trials · 26 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Optic neuritis 21 trials · 25 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Low tension glaucoma 21 trials
- Anterior ischemic optic neuropathy 8 trials · 10 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Optic nerve neoplasm 1 trial · 4 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Optic disk drusen 1 trial
- Extensive peripapillary myelinated nerve fibers 0 trials
- Isolated optic nerve aplasia 0 trials
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Tinnitus 90 trials
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Central nervous system vasculitis 3 trials · 55 incl. sub-types
5 sub-types
- Temporal arteritis 52 trials Sub-types →
- Primary central nervous system vasculitis 2 trials Sub-types →
- Benign angiitis of the central nervous system 0 trials
- Central nervous system AIDS arteritis 0 trials
- Cerebral arteritis 0 trials
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Trigeminal neuralgia 37 trials
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Cerebrospinal fluid leak 16 trials · 17 incl. sub-types
1 sub-type
- Cerebrospinal fluid rhinorrhea 2 trials
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High pressure neurological syndrome 0 trials · 5 incl. sub-types
1 sub-type
- Decompression sickness 5 trials
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SPAST-related motor disorder 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types
1 sub-type
- Hereditary spastic paraplegia 4 2 trials
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1 sub-type
- NDE1-related microhydranencephaly 0 trials
Most studied deeper sub-types
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Brain cancer vaccine trial halted: what we know
Vaccine Stopped earlyThis study tested a vaccine called VBI-1901 in 70 people with recurrent glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. The goal was to find a safe dose and see if the vaccine could boost the immune system against the tumor. The trial was terminated early, so results are limited.
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: VBI Vaccines Inc. • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for kids with tough cancers
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a combination of an immunotherapy drug (nivolumab) and low-dose chemotherapy in children and teenagers whose solid tumors had not responded to standard treatments. The goal was to see if the combination was safe and could help control the cancer. The trial was s…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo aims to outperform keytruda in lung cancer
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding vibostolimab to pembrolizumab (Keytruda) helps people with PD-L1 positive metastatic non-small cell lung cancer live longer than pembrolizumab alone. Over 1,200 participants received either the combination or pembrolizumab every three weeks…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to slow Alzheimer's in early stages
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tests an experimental drug called GSK4527226 in 367 people with early Alzheimer's (mild memory problems or mild dementia). Participants receive either a low dose, high dose, or placebo through an IV. The goal is to see if the drug can slow down declines in memory and d…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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ALS drug trial halted: ARGX-119 fails to show promise
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested an experimental drug called ARGX-119 in 60 adults with ALS. The goal was to see if it was safe and could help with muscle function. The trial was stopped early because early results showed it was unlikely to make a meaningful difference. No safety concerns trigg…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: argenx • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a blood pressure drug combo tame panic attacks?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 2 trial tests a new drug called HB-1, which combines two blood pressure medicines (telmisartan and verapamil), to see if it can reduce unexpected panic attacks in people with panic disorder. The study plans to enroll 240 adults aged 18 to 65 and compare HB-1 against pl…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: HB BioTech, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New schizophrenia drug goes Head-to-Head with standard antipsychotics in Long-Term trial
Disease control Stopped earlyResearchers are testing an experimental drug called LY2140023 in people with schizophrenia who have already completed a short-term trial of the same drug. The study compares LY2140023 to standard antipsychotic medications like olanzapine, aripiprazole, risperidone, and quetiapine…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Denovo Biopharma LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Five-Year safety check for experimental schizophrenia drug
Disease control Stopped earlyResearchers are studying the long-term safety of pomaglumetad methionil, an experimental drug taken by mouth, in adults with schizophrenia. About 129 participants receive the drug and are monitored for up to five years. The study tracks movement side effects, weight, blood sugar,…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Denovo Biopharma LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New depression drug tested for long-term safety in 1,000 patients
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looks at the long-term safety and effectiveness of an experimental drug called NMRA-335140 for people with major depressive disorder. About 1,000 adults who completed earlier studies of this drug will take it for 52 weeks. Researchers will track side effects and change…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Neumora Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to keep advanced breast cancer in check
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a combination of olaparib (a targeted therapy) and pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) works better than standard chemotherapy plus pembrolizumab for people with advanced triple-negative breast cancer that initially responded to chemo-immunotherapy. The tri…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for High-Risk melanoma: combo therapy aims to prevent recurrence
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether adding vibostolimab to the standard immunotherapy pembrolizumab can better prevent melanoma from returning after surgery. About 1,600 people with high-risk stage II to IV melanoma took part. The goal was to see if the combination keeps cancer away longer…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Spinal injection drug targets genetic cause of ALS and dementia
Disease control Stopped earlyResearchers are testing repeated doses of an experimental drug called WVE-004 in adults who have ALS, frontotemporal dementia, or both, linked to a mutation in the C9orf72 gene. Participants receive the drug by spinal injection every 12 weeks for up to 96 weeks. The study tracks …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Wave Life Sciences USA, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Melatonin-Like pill slow Alzheimer's memory loss?
Disease control Stopped earlyResearchers are testing whether piromelatine 20 mg, a tablet that acts on melatonin and serotonin receptors, can slow cognitive decline in people aged 60 to 85 with mild dementia from Alzheimer's disease. The study enrolls 216 participants who do not carry a specific genetic vari…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Neurim Pharmaceuticals Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can stem cells boost brain surgery for epilepsy?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early study tests whether delivering stem cells directly into the brain during deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery is safe and feasible for people with drug-resistant epilepsy. One adult participant will receive a single dose of stem cells in the thalamus, a brain region in…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Seizure drug safety trial halted early for dravet and LGS patients
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at the long-term safety of soticlestat when added to standard seizure medicines for people with Dravet syndrome or Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. It included 352 children and adults who had already been in earlier studies. The trial was terminated early, so results ar…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug tame seizures in two severe epilepsy syndromes?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 3 trial tests whether soticlestat can reduce seizures in people with Dravet syndrome or Lennox-Gastaut syndrome who have already used fenfluramine. Participants take soticlestat as tablets or mini-tablets, and researchers measure changes in seizure frequency over the f…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise for Tough-to-Treat seizures in kids
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at the long-term safety of soticlestat, an experimental drug, in children and adults with severe forms of epilepsy like Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. Participants took soticlestat twice a day along with their usual seizure medicines. The study was…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising combo therapy for incurable liver cancer shows potential in phase 3 trial
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether adding two drugs (lenvatinib and pembrolizumab) to a standard liver cancer treatment called TACE helps people with liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. About 479 participants received either the drug combo plus TACE or TACE alone. The goal was…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common vitamin speed stroke recovery?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 2 trial tests whether extended-release niacin, a form of vitamin B3, can safely help people recover after an ischemic stroke. Researchers will give participants either niacin or a placebo daily, starting within a week of their stroke. The study tracks safety and measur…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Henry Ford Health System • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Halted gene therapy study raises questions for AMN patients
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-stage trial tested a gene therapy called SBT101 for adrenomyeloneuropathy (AMN), a rare nerve disease that causes walking difficulties. Eight adults received either the therapy or a sham procedure. The study was terminated early, so we have limited data on safety and e…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: SwanBio Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for stroke prevention: device offers alternative to blood thinners for heart patients
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested the WATCHMAN device, a small implant that closes off a part of the heart where clots often form, in 481 people with atrial fibrillation who cannot take blood thinners. The goal was to see if the device is safe and effective at reducing stroke risk. Participants …
Sponsor: Boston Scientific Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on deadly brain tumors
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase study tests a new treatment for glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. The approach uses a patient's own immune cells, modified in the lab to better recognize and attack the tumor, combined with chemotherapy. The main goal is to check the safety of this therap…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Shenzhen Geno-Immune Medical Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new daily pill offer safer Long-Term schizophrenia control?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis trial is testing whether emraclidine, an experimental oral medication taken once daily for a year, is safe and tolerable for adults with schizophrenia. Participants who completed earlier studies of emraclidine may join, and researchers will monitor side effects, vital signs,…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to extend life in advanced esophageal cancer
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tests whether adding lenvatinib to pembrolizumab and chemotherapy helps people with metastatic esophageal cancer live longer. About 864 participants receive either the new three-drug combo or standard care. The goal is to improve overall survival, but this is not a cur…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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ALS drug trial halted early: what we know about oral edaravone
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested two doses of oral edaravone in 202 people with ALS to see if it could slow disease progression. Participants were followed for up to 48 weeks. The trial was terminated early, so the full results are not available.
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Shionogi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an immune booster fight rare brain tumors?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 2 trial tests whether the immunotherapy drug nivolumab can shrink tumors or slow their growth in adults with rare central nervous system (brain or spine) tumors that have returned after prior treatment. Participants receive nivolumab by IV every 2 to 4 weeks for up to …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single stem cell infusion rewire the brain after stroke?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 3 trial is testing whether a single infusion of MultiStem, an experimental stem cell product, can improve recovery in adults who have had a moderate-to-severe ischemic stroke within the past 18 to 36 hours. The study compares the stem cell treatment against a placebo t…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Healios K.K. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for nerve disease: batoclimab safety trial expands
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study checks the long-term safety of a drug called batoclimab for adults with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), a nerve disorder that causes weakness and numbness. About 108 people who finished an earlier batoclimab study will get weekly injections fo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Immunovant Sciences GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new antibody calm the immune attack in CIDP?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis trial is testing whether an experimental drug called batoclimab can help adults with active chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), a condition where the immune system damages nerves, causing weakness and disability. Participants receive either batoclimab o…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Immunovant Sciences GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual cues on a treadmill: a new hope for Parkinson's falls?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis trial tests whether adding augmented reality (AR) to treadmill training can help people with Parkinson's disease who have trouble walking and are at risk of falling. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: treadmill training with AR, treadmill training…
Sponsor: Klinik Valens • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tame acromegaly hormone levels
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding ALXN2420 (a growth hormone blocker) to standard acromegaly treatment can lower IGF-1 levels more than placebo. About 60 adults with acromegaly who are already on a stable dose of somatostatin analogs will receive either ALXN2420 or placebo …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental MS drug tested in kids, but study halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested the drug alemtuzumab in children aged 10 to 18 with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS) whose disease was still active despite other treatments. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce new brain lesions and improve quality of life. However, the tria…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Genzyme, a Sanofi Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple work advice may cut sick leave days, trial suggests
Disease control Stopped earlyThis trial tests whether a short vocational advice program helps people on sick leave return to work sooner. Adults who have been off work for at least two weeks due to health issues receive support from a trained worker to identify barriers and plan their return. The study compa…
Sponsor: Keele University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Remote care may cut stroke risk — a small trial puts it to the test
Disease control Stopped earlyThis trial tests whether a 6-month telehealth program can reduce stroke risk factors, especially high blood pressure, in people already at elevated risk. Participants receive personalized remote care including blood pressure monitoring, wearable tracking, and virtual visits with …
Sponsor: Syntrillo, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill shows promise for controlling acromegaly Long-Term
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looks at the long-term safety and effectiveness of an oral medication called paltusotine for people with acromegaly, a condition where the body makes too much growth hormone. About 43 adults who finished a previous related study will take the drug and be monitored for …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Crinetics Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat lymphomas
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a combination of two drugs, favezelimab and pembrolizumab, in 137 people with certain blood cancers like Hodgkin lymphoma and B-cell lymphoma. The goal was to see if the combination was safe and could shrink tumors. The study also looked at each drug alone in so…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental stroke drug takes first step in human safety trial
Disease control Stopped earlyThis trial tests the safety of a single intravenous dose of an experimental drug called NTS-104 tris in healthy adults aged 18 to 65. The drug is being developed as a potential treatment for acute ischemic stroke. Researchers will monitor participants for side effects and measure…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: NeuroTrauma Sciences, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain training: behavioral therapy may rewire social circuits in autistic toddlers
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study investigates whether a 10-week behavioral intervention called JASPER can improve early communication skills and alter brain activity in toddlers and preschoolers with autism. Participants aged 18 to 59 months receive twice-weekly sessions focused on joint attention and…
Sponsor: Boston University Charles River Campus • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug siplizumab tested in ALS patients – early trial begins
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-stage trial tests the safety of siplizumab, a drug that may calm the immune system, in 48 adults newly diagnosed with ALS. Researchers will monitor side effects and how the drug moves through the body. The goal is to see if it is safe enough for larger studies.
Phase 1 • Sponsor: ITB-Med LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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5-Year Check-In on artery stenting for stroke prevention
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study follows 197 people who previously had a procedure called TCAR to treat carotid artery disease. Researchers will check for strokes, deaths, and whether the artery narrows again over 2 to 5 years. The goal is to see how well the treatment holds up over time.
Sponsor: Silk Road Medical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Stroke drug study halted early: new dosing regimen tested in 17 patients
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study aimed to find the best dose of MCI-186 for people who had an acute ischemic stroke. It compared a new way of giving the drug (a bolus followed by continuous infusion) with the standard twice-daily dosing for 14 days. The trial was terminated early and included only 17 …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Shionogi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a pill replace needles for acromegaly?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tests an oral drug called paltusotine for people with acromegaly, a condition where the body makes too much growth hormone. Participants had their disease under control with standard injections and were randomly assigned to receive either paltusotine or a placebo. The …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Crinetics Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill could tame rare growth disorder without surgery
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tests an oral drug called paltusotine in 111 adults with acromegaly, a condition causing abnormal growth due to high hormone levels. Participants are not currently on other treatments. The main goal is to see if the drug safely lowers insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Crinetics Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered t cells take on deadly childhood brain cancer
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial tests a new treatment for children and young adults with a rare, aggressive brain tumor called H3.3K27M-mutated diffuse midline glioma. The treatment involves taking a patient's own immune cells (T cells), genetically modifying them in the lab to recognize …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can virtual coaching close the autism care gap for black toddlers?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis trial tests whether a telehealth-based family navigation program helps Black toddlers under age 4 start autism-specific intervention faster after diagnosis. Families in the program receive up to four virtual sessions with a trained navigator who helps them find and enroll in…
Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental Friedreich's ataxia drug tested in kids – but trial halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-stage trial tested a drug called nomlabofusp (CTI-1601) in 18 adolescents and children with Friedreich's ataxia, a rare genetic disease that affects movement and coordination. The goal was to check safety and how the body processes the drug. However, the study was term…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Larimar Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common heart drug ease surgery risks for PTSD patients?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tests whether taking propranolol, a beta blocker, before and after surgery can reduce complications like delirium, kidney problems, and pain in people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Participants are veterans scheduled for certain surgeries and will take th…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cell therapy shows promise for tough-to-treat lymphoma
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tests an experimental treatment called GLPG5101 for people with B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma that has come back or not responded to standard therapy. The treatment is a cell therapy made at the hospital. The study has two phases: first, finding the best dose with the fe…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Lakefront Biotherapeutics NV • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at deadly brain tumors
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial is testing a new treatment called CHM-1101 for people with a type of brain cancer (glioblastoma) that has come back or is getting worse. The treatment uses the patient's own immune cells, which are modified in a lab to recognize and attack tumor cells. The …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Chimeric Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cooling blankets tested to save newborn brains after oxygen loss
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested four different cooling treatments for newborns who suffered brain injury from lack of oxygen at birth. The treatments varied in how low the body temperature was lowered (33.5°C or 32.0°C) and how long cooling lasted (72 or 120 hours). The goal was to see which a…
Sponsor: NICHD Neonatal Research Network • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Alzheimer's agitation drug safety trial ends early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested the long-term safety of AXS-05, a combination of dextromethorphan and bupropion, for treating agitation in people with Alzheimer's disease. It enrolled 139 participants who had completed earlier studies. The trial was terminated early, so the full safety picture…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug ALZ-801 tested Long-Term in High-Risk group
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at the long-term safety and effects of ALZ-801, a tablet taken twice daily, in 163 people with early Alzheimer's disease who have the APOE4/4 gene. Participants had already completed a previous phase 3 study. The goal was to see if the drug could slow cognitive …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Alzheon Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Robot suit helps kids with cerebral palsy take steps forward
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a robotic exoskeleton could help children aged 6 to 12 with severe cerebral palsy improve their walking and motor skills. Participants used the robot for 45-minute sessions three times a week over six months. The trial aimed to measure changes in movemen…
Sponsor: Hunan Normal University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Gene therapy takes on deadly brain tumor
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tests a new treatment called Temferon for people with glioblastoma, a fast-growing brain cancer. The therapy uses a patient's own blood stem cells, modified to deliver interferon directly to the tumor. Up to 27 patients with a specific genetic marker (unmethylated MGMT…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Genenta Science • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can an extra shot boost COVID protection in autoimmune patients?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tests whether an additional dose of a COVID-19 vaccine can improve immune protection in adults and children with autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and others who are taking immunosuppressive medications. Participants who had a we…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could a blood pressure cuff boost stroke recovery? trial tests the idea
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether repeatedly inflating and deflating a blood pressure cuff on the arm (remote ischemic conditioning) could improve recovery in 458 people who had a severe stroke caused by a blocked artery in the brain. The goal was to see if this simple, non-drug treatmen…
Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of University of Science and Technology of China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Promising depression relapse prevention drug study halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether adding the drug aticaprant to standard antidepressants could prevent depression from returning in people with major depressive disorder who also experience a loss of interest or pleasure (anhedonia). The study enrolled 47 adults who had responded well to…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Experimental Artery-Directed chemo for rare brain tumors: tiny trial ends early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial tested giving chemotherapy drugs directly into the brain's arteries to treat two rare types of choroid plexus tumors. The goal was to shrink the tumor before a second surgery. Only 1 person was enrolled, and the study was terminated, so we have very little …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Experimental cancer drug trial halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-stage study tested a new drug called PF-07265807 in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that had spread. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for side effects. The trial was terminated early, so results are limited.
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New combo tackles brain tumors in melanoma and kidney cancer patients
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a combination of two drugs, pembrolizumab and lenvatinib, in 18 adults with melanoma or kidney cancer that had spread to the brain. Participants had already received anti-PD-1/PD-L1 therapy. The goal was to see if the drug combo could shrink or eliminate brain t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New light therapy for brain cancer shows promise in early trial
Disease control Stopped earlyThis trial tested a light-activated drug called PD L 506 (5-aminolevulinic acid) in 17 adults with a type of aggressive brain tumor called glioblastoma that could not be fully removed by surgery. The drug is given by mouth and then activated by a laser inserted into the brain to …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: photonamic GmbH & Co. KG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can early speech therapy boost language in preterm babies?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested an early speech therapy program for children born very prematurely or with severe growth restriction. The program involved 10 to 20 sessions with a trained speech therapist from 6 to 24 months of age. The goal was to see if it could reduce language and communica…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Sud Francilien • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Brain bleed study halted: sodium Lactate's promise unproven
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if sodium lactate could improve blood flow in the brain after a severe type of stroke called subarachnoid hemorrhage. Only 3 patients were enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal was to measure changes in brain blood flow using a special scan…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Promising seizure drug study halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at the long-term safety of the drug NBI-921352 for people with a rare genetic seizure disorder called SCN8A-DEE. It was an extension of an earlier study, and participants took the drug alongside their usual seizure medications. The study was stopped early and on…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Neurocrine Biosciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Botulinum injection trial for arm spasticity halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether injections of MYOBLOC (botulinum toxin type B) can safely reduce muscle tightness in the arm and hand of adults with spasticity caused by stroke, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, or other conditions. The trial planned to enroll about 300 participants bu…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Solstice Neurosciences, LLC, a subsidiary of MDD US Operations, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Spine tumor bleeding study halted after just 4 patients
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if a procedure called angiographic embolization (blocking blood vessels feeding spine tumors) before surgery could reduce blood loss during the operation. It included adults aged 18-75 with spine metastases that had moderate blood supply. The study was sto…
Sponsor: Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Can a daily injection reshape bodies of HIV patients?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether tesamorelin (Egrifta), a daily injection that boosts growth hormone, can improve body composition in people with HIV who have excess belly fat (lipodystrophy). Six participants received the drug for up to 12 months, with researchers measuring liver fa…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Brain cancer trial halted early: can Memory-Sparing radiation help when tumors return?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase III trial compared two radiation strategies for cancer that had spread to the brain and returned in new spots after initial radiosurgery. One group received focused radiation only to the new tumors, while the other received whole brain radiation that avoided the memory…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: NRG Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Herbal supplement fails to show clear benefit in optic neuritis pilot
Disease control Stopped earlyThis small pilot study tested whether adding gypenosides (a herbal supplement) to standard steroid treatment could help protect the nerve at the back of the eye in adults having their first episode of acute optic neuritis. Ten participants were enrolled, but the study was stopped…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Brain pacemaker tested for untreatable schizophrenia
Disease control Stopped earlyThis pilot study tested deep brain stimulation (DBS) in 15 people with treatment-resistant schizophrenia who still had severe hallucinations despite medication. The device was placed in a brain area linked to schizophrenia to try to calm symptoms. The study was terminated early, …
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug trial halted early – no breakthrough yet
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested an experimental drug called SHR-1707 in people with mild memory problems or mild Alzheimer's disease. The goal was to see if it could safely reduce harmful protein clumps in the brain. The trial was stopped early, and it is not expected to cure the disease.
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Hengrui Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Sound waves and drug team up against brain tumors
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial tested a combination of a drug called aminolevulinic acid (ALA) and focused ultrasound to treat recurrent high-grade glioma, an aggressive brain cancer. The study aimed to see if this sonodynamic therapy could safely damage tumor cells. Only 10 participants…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Nader Sanai • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New way to deliver chemo directly to brain tumors tested in small study
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial tested a single dose of the cancer drug temsirolimus, given directly into the brain's blood supply, for people with recurrent high-grade glioma (a fast-growing brain tumor). Only 5 participants were enrolled, and the study was terminated early. The main goa…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Nader Sanai • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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ALS drug trial halted early: did lithium fail?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 3 trial tested lithium carbonate against placebo in 88 people with ALS to see if it could improve survival and daily function. The study was terminated early, so the full results are not available. The trial aimed to find a treatment that slows the disease, but its ear…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Stichting TRICALS Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New prostate cancer combo trial ends early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a new drug called exicorilant (CORT125281) combined with enzalutamide in men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. The goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. The trial was terminated early, so results are limited. It involved 39…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Corcept Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Can a gentler brain stimulation replace ECT for tough depression?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether people with treatment-resistant depression who got better with electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) could switch to a less intense treatment called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to stay well. TMS is done in a clinic without anesthesia and has few…
Sponsor: Austin Messner • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Statin study halted early: did high doses shield the brain during surgery?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether taking high doses of statins for two weeks before carotid artery surgery could prevent memory and thinking problems after the operation. It included 31 adults with severe carotid artery narrowing. The study was stopped early, so the results are limite…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Old allergy drug may help repair nerves in MS patients
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether clemastine fumarate, an allergy medication, could improve eye movement problems in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). The trial planned to enroll 80 MS patients with a specific eye condition called internuclear ophthalmoparesis, but was terminated earl…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Amsterdam UMC, location VUmc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Hormone therapy explored for aggressive brain tumor
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase study tested whether natural progesterone, a hormone normally involved in pregnancy, could help control recurrent glioblastoma (a fast-growing brain cancer). Four adults whose cancer had returned after standard treatments received daily progesterone injections un…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Continued EryDex treatment studied in rare neurological disorder
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study offered continued treatment with EryDex to 101 people with ataxia telangiectasia (A-T) who had finished a previous trial. The main goal was to monitor safety, including side effects and serious events. The study was terminated early, and it did not aim to cure the dise…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Quince Therapeutics S.p.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug TB006 safety study halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at the long-term safety of an experimental drug called TB006 (oloctinebart) in people with Alzheimer's disease. It included 119 participants who had either completed a previous TB006 study or were new to the drug. The study was terminated early, so the full safe…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: TrueBinding, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Could a repurposed drug tame seizures in adult dravet patients?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested the drug fenfluramine (FINTEPLA) in adults with Dravet syndrome whose seizures were not controlled by other medications. The trial was open-label and added fenfluramine to existing treatments. It aimed to see if the drug could reduce monthly seizures by at least…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Brain bleed drug combo study halted after just one patient
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether adding the drug pioglitazone to a keyhole brain surgery (MIPS) could help people recover from a severe bleeding stroke. Only one person took part before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if the combination was safe and helped clear the …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New stroke device trial halted early – too soon to tell
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a new device called Envi™-SR for removing blood clots in people having a severe ischemic stroke. The goal was to see if it works as well as devices already approved by the FDA. However, the trial was stopped early after enrolling only 12 people, so we don't have…
Sponsor: NeuroVasc Technologies • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Brain implant study aims to cut seizures in epilepsy patients
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a brain implant (deep brain stimulation) to reduce seizures in 29 adults with epilepsy whose seizures were not controlled by medication. Participants kept diaries to track seizure frequency over three years. The goal was to see if the device safely and effective…
Sponsor: MedtronicNeuro • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Experimental immune therapy for childhood brain cancer shows early safety signals
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase study tested whether a personalized vaccine made from a child's own tumor could train their immune system to fight high-grade gliomas. The treatment involved giving back activated immune cells (T-cells) and dendritic cell vaccines after chemotherapy. Only 5 child…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Experimental Parkinson's drug talineuren put to early safety test
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-stage trial tested the safety of an intravenous drug called talineuren (liposomal GM1) in 22 people with Parkinson's disease. The study was open-label and designed to find a safe dose, but it was terminated before completion. No conclusions about effectiveness can be d…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: InnoMedica Schweiz AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Monthly MS injection aims to halt disability progression
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a long-acting form of glatiramer acetate (GA Depot) given as a monthly shot to people with primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS). The goal was to see if it could safely slow down worsening disability. The trial was stopped early, but it involved 30 adult…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Mapi Pharma Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New radiation technique tested for aggressive brain cancer
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 3 trial tested two types of radiation therapy for glioblastoma, a fast-growing brain tumor. One group received standard 3D radiation, while the other got a more precise intensity-modulated radiation guided by MRI scans. Both groups also took the chemotherapy drug temoz…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Depression drug aticaprant safety trial halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested the long-term safety of a drug called aticaprant when added to a standard antidepressant for adults with major depression. The trial planned to enroll 871 people but was terminated early, so the full safety and effectiveness data are not available. Researchers w…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Could a common cholesterol drug protect bones and hearts after spinal injury?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether the statin drug rosuvastatin, taken daily with supplements, could improve bone density and reduce heart disease risk in adults with long-term spinal cord injury. Only 8 people enrolled before the trial was stopped early. Participants received either rosu…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Dr. B. Catharine. Craven • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New drug telitacicept tested for MS Flare-Ups
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 2 trial tested telitacicept (RC18) in 8 people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis. The drug aims to reduce relapses by targeting B cells. The study was terminated early, so we have limited data on safety and effectiveness.
Phase 2 • Sponsor: RemeGen Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New steerable wire aims to simplify brain aneurysm repair
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a new steerable guidewire called SmartGUIDE for treating unruptured brain aneurysms. The wire has a bendable tip that doctors can control during the procedure, potentially making it easier to reach the aneurysm. Only 5 people took part before the study was stopp…
Sponsor: Artiria Medical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Stroke patients taken directly to treatment may recover better
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether taking people with severe stroke symptoms directly to the angio-suite for clot removal, instead of first doing a CT or MRI scan, leads to better recovery at 3 months. About 120 adults aged 18-85 with severe stroke were randomly assigned to either direct …
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Schizophrenia drug iclepertin safety checked in Year-Long trial
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at the long-term safety of a medicine called iclepertin in adults with schizophrenia who had already finished earlier studies. About 1,356 participants took iclepertin tablets once a day for one year, along with their usual schizophrenia medications. The main go…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Experimental drug TPN-101 tested in rare childhood brain disease
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a drug called TPN-101 (censavudine) in people with Aicardi-Goutières syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that causes severe brain inflammation. The trial enrolled only 4 participants and aimed to see if the drug could reduce immune system overactivity and check fo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Transposon Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug trial halted early after only 8 volunteers
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a drug called PrimeC in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. The goal was to see if it is safe and if it helps with thinking and daily activities. The study was stopped early and only 8 people took part, so results are very limited.
Phase 2 • Sponsor: NeuroSense Therapeutics Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Brain bleed drug trial halted early – what we know
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a drug called edaravone dexborneol (Sanbexin IV) in 80 people who had a brain bleed (intracerebral hemorrhage). The goal was to see if it is safe and helps recovery when added to standard care. The trial was stopped early, so the results are limited and more res…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Simcere Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Parkinson's drug trial halted: what we learned from UCB0599
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether taking UCB0599 early or later could slow brain changes in people with Parkinson's disease. It involved 428 adults who had already completed an earlier study. The trial was stopped early, but researchers measured brain scans and medication use over 18 …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: UCB Biopharma SRL • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Alzheimer's Tau-Targeting antibody trial halted midway
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested an experimental antibody called JNJ-63733657 in 523 people with early Alzheimer's disease. The antibody aims to clear tau protein clumps in the brain, which are linked to cognitive decline. Participants received either the antibody or a placebo by IV infusion. T…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Could an arthritis drug tame giant cell arteritis?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether adding anakinra, an anti-inflammatory drug, to standard steroid treatment could lower relapse rates in people with giant cell arteritis, a blood vessel disease. The trial planned to include 70 adults over 50 but was stopped early with only 30 participant…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New drug aims to tame hard-to-control seizures in rare mitochondrial disorders
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a drug called vatiquinone in 68 people with mitochondrial disease and epilepsy that doesn't respond to standard treatments. Participants were randomly assigned to receive either vatiquinone or a placebo for 24 weeks to see if the drug could reduce the number of …
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: PTC Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Tiny MS drug safety study stopped early – no results yet
Disease control Stopped earlyThis was a very early Phase 1 study testing the safety of a drug called bryostatin in just 4 people with multiple sclerosis. Participants received multiple doses over 26 weeks. The study was terminated, meaning it stopped early, so we don't have clear results on whether the drug …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Robert Fox • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Experimental combo therapy for brain cancer shows promise in early trial
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a special type of radiation (pulse reduced dose rate) combined with the drug bevacizumab in 49 people with recurrent high-grade gliomas (brain tumors). The goal was to see if this combination could help patients live longer. Participants received radiation over …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Epilepsy drug study halted early: BHV-7000 shows limited promise
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether BHV-7000, taken alongside other medications, could reduce generalized tonic-clonic seizures in people with idiopathic generalized epilepsy. The trial was terminated early and enrolled only 27 adults aged 18-75. The main goal was to see how long it took f…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Biohaven Therapeutics Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Experimental drug shows promise for rare genetic disorder
Disease control Stopped earlyThis Phase II trial tested a drug called N-Acetyl-L-Leucine (IB1001) in 17 people with Ataxia-Telangiectasia, a rare genetic disease that affects movement and immunity. The study aimed to see if the drug could improve symptoms and slow the disease over time. The trial was termina…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: IntraBio Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets brain metastases in advanced cancers
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a combination of two drugs, bintrafusp alfa and pimasertib, in people whose cancer had spread to the brain. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if the treatment could slow or stop the cancer from growing. The trial was stopped early after enrolling only…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Brain steroid injection tested for Alzheimer's – but trial halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early study tested a weekly injection of allopregnanolone, a natural brain steroid, in 6 people with early Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment. The goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. The trial was terminated early, so we have limited information on…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Arizona • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Experimental kidney cancer drug trial halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-stage trial tested a new drug called DFF332, which targets a protein (HIF2α) that helps some cancers grow. The study included 40 adults with advanced clear cell renal cell carcinoma or other cancers with specific gene changes. DFF332 was tested alone and in combination…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Weekly Finger-Prick test may keep elderly patients safer on blood thinners
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether checking blood clotting levels every week with a small finger-prick device is better than the usual monthly lab test for elderly nursing home residents on blood thinners. The goal was to see which method keeps patients in the safe therapeutic range longe…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Migraine drug ajovy put to the test for better sleep
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether fremanezumab (Ajovy), an FDA-approved monthly injection for migraine prevention, could also improve sleep in people with migraines. Researchers planned to track 22 participants over 4 months, comparing their migraine days and sleep quality before and …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug extension trial halted early — what we know
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study gave Alzheimer's patients who had already completed earlier XPro1595 trials an extra 55 to 74 weeks of the drug to check long-term safety and effects on memory and brain health. Only 11 people took part, and the trial was terminated early, so the findings are limited. …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Inmune Bio, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Brain tumor drug trial halted before results
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested the drug cabozantinib in 19 people with a severe type of brain tumor (grade IV astrocytic tumors) that had come back after initial treatment. The goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors or slow progression. However, the company stopped the trial early fo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Exelixis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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OCD drug trial halted early: what happened with troriluzole?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at the long-term safety of a drug called troriluzole for people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) who hadn't improved enough with standard treatments. The trial planned to enroll 772 participants but was terminated early. The main goal was to check for si…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Experimental brain tumor combo shows promise but trial halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a new drug called zotiraciclib (TG02) combined with the standard chemotherapy temozolomide in adults with recurrent anaplastic astrocytoma or glioblastoma. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if the combination worked better than temozolomide alone. The…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug AL002 safety trial ends early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study was a long-term extension of an earlier trial, testing the safety and tolerability of AL002 in 197 people with early Alzheimer's disease. Participants received the drug by IV infusion. The trial was terminated, meaning it stopped before completion, so the full safety a…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Alector Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Melatonin trial for MS halted early – what we know
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether adding melatonin to the standard drug ocrelizumab could safely slow disability in people with progressive primary multiple sclerosis. The trial was terminated early, so results are limited. Participants were adults aged 18–65 with this type of MS.
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Fundación Pública Andaluza para la gestión de la Investigación en Sevilla • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Virtual coaching for toddlers with autism shows promise but trial cut short
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a completely virtual early intervention program for toddlers with autism, using telehealth coaching to help parents embed learning into daily activities. Researchers planned to enroll 240 children from eight US regions, but the trial was terminated early with on…
Sponsor: Florida State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Experimental cancer drug tested in rare tumors, but trial stopped early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 2 trial tested the drug guadecitabine (SGI-110) in people aged 12 and older with rare cancers like wild-type GIST, pheochromocytoma, paraganglioma, and HLRCC-related kidney cancer that had not responded to other treatments. Participants received daily injections for 5 …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Epilepsy drug study for kids halted early: what we know
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at the long-term safety of a drug called NBI-827104 in children with a rare epilepsy that causes seizures during sleep. The trial was stopped early and only enrolled 19 children, so the results are limited. The main goal was to see how many children had serious …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Neurocrine Biosciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New program aims to improve dental care in schizophrenia patients
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a dental health education program for people with schizophrenia to see if it could improve their oral hygiene and quality of life. Participants were randomly assigned to either the education program or standard monitoring. The study lasted 12 months and included…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Steroid trial for brain injury halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if the steroid dexamethasone could help people with traumatic brain injury who had brain contusions and swelling. It planned to enroll 600 adults, giving them a short course of dexamethasone or a placebo. The main goal was to measure recovery using the Gla…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Jon Pérez Bárcena • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New combo approach for schizophrenia shows promise in small early study
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a combination of long-acting injectable antipsychotic medication and cognitive/functional skills training in people with early schizophrenia. The goal was to see if this approach helps patients achieve stable symptom remission and improve daily functioning. Only…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Gut bacteria swap explored as MS treatment in early trial
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase study tested whether a fecal transplant from a healthy donor could be safe and affect the immune system in people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis. Only 5 participants were enrolled before the study was stopped. The goal was to see if changing gut bact…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Jeffrey Gelfand • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Virus therapy fails to advance in colorectal cancer trial
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a new approach using a virus that attacks cancer cells (oncolytic immunotherapy) along with two standard drugs (atezolizumab and bevacizumab) in people with advanced colorectal cancer that had stopped responding to other treatments. The trial was stopped early a…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Replimune, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Experimental vaccine combo for rare adrenal cancers shows early promise but trial halted
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial tested a new therapeutic vaccine (EO2401) combined with the immunotherapy drug nivolumab in 70 people with advanced adrenocortical carcinoma or malignant pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma. The goal was to see if the combination is safe and can shrink tumors or…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Enterome • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Hope fades: trial of Tay-Sachs drug venglustat terminated early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis Phase 3 trial tested an oral drug called venglustat in 75 adults and children with late-onset Tay-Sachs or Sandhoff disease, rare genetic disorders that cause progressive nerve damage. The drug aimed to lower toxic fat buildup in the brain and slow disease worsening. However…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Genzyme, a Sanofi Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Brain aneurysm device study halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at a device called the Pipeline Flex Embolization Device with Shield Technology to treat ruptured brain aneurysms that are hard to fix with surgery or coils. The goal was to see if it could safely block the aneurysm and prevent rebleeding. The study was stopped …
Sponsor: Medtronic Neurovascular Clinical Affairs • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Gene therapy zolgensma tested in kids with SMA who can sit but not stand
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 1 trial tested a gene therapy called AVXS-101 (Zolgensma) in 32 children with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) who could sit but not stand or walk. The therapy delivers a working SMN gene via a spinal injection to help improve muscle function. The study focused on safety …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Novartis Gene Therapies • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Experimental virus gets a second shot at brain tumors
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested the safety of giving a second dose of an experimental virus (C134) directly into the brain tumor of patients whose malignant glioma had returned. Only one patient was enrolled before the study was stopped. The goal was to see if repeat dosing was safe and tolera…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Neurodegenerative drug study ends early after only 17 participants
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study was designed to let people who had already taken latozinemab in an earlier study continue receiving the drug. Only 17 people took part, and the study was stopped early. The goal was to track safety and how long people stayed on treatment, not to test if the drug could …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Alector Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Hope for genetic dementia: AL001 trial ends early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 3 study tested a drug called AL001 in 119 people who carry a mutation in the progranulin gene, putting them at high risk for or already diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. The goal was to see if AL001 could slow the worsening of memory, behavior, and language probl…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Alector Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Promising combo trial for brain metastases halted after just 3 patients
Disease control Stopped earlyThis trial tested two immune-boosting drugs, tiragolumab and atezolizumab, with or without chemotherapy, in people with non-small cell lung cancer that had spread to the brain. The goal was to see if the combination could control the brain tumors and delay the need for radiation.…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Liza Villaruz, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Targeted drug pemigatinib tested in brain tumors with specific genetic markers
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 2 trial tested the drug pemigatinib in people with recurrent glioblastoma or other brain tumors that have specific changes in FGFR1-3 genes. Participants took a daily tablet for two weeks followed by one week off. The study aimed to see if the drug could shrink tumors,…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Incyte Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Promising combo for brain metastases hits early snag: trial ends after just one patient
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-stage trial aimed to see if combining three drugs (tucatinib, trastuzumab, and capecitabine) with precise radiation (SRS) is safe for people with HER2-positive breast cancer that has spread to the brain. Only one person enrolled before the study was terminated, so we h…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Baptist Health South Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug SPG302 safety study ends early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study aimed to check the long-term safety and effects of a daily pill called SPG302 in people with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. It included 12 participants who had already been in a previous SPG302 study. The study was terminated early, so results are limited.
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Spinogenix • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Experimental drug aims to supercharge radiation against glioblastoma
Disease control Stopped earlyThis Phase 2 trial tested a drug called ropidoxuridine, taken as a pill, to see if it could make radiation therapy more effective for people with a newly diagnosed, aggressive type of brain cancer (glioblastoma). The study enrolled 30 patients with a specific genetic marker (unme…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Shuttle Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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ALS pill trial halted: what we know about SPG302's Long-Term safety
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at the long-term safety and effectiveness of a daily oral medication called SPG302 in people with ALS who had already taken part in an earlier study. The trial was stopped early, and only 16 people were enrolled. Researchers tracked side effects, suicidal though…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Spinogenix • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Stroke drug trial halted after just two patients
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if the antibiotic minocycline could improve outcomes after a stroke. Participants were to receive either standard care plus minocycline pills for five days, or standard care alone. However, the trial was stopped early after enrolling only 2 people, so no m…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Maimonides Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Huntington's drug safety study halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if the drug SAGE-718 is safe for people with Huntington's disease when taken over a long period. It was an open-label study, meaning everyone knew they were getting the drug. The study was terminated early, so results are limited.
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Bipolar drug study halted early – what we know
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at the long-term safety of a daily drug called BHV-7000 in people with bipolar I disorder. It involved 94 participants who had completed an earlier study. The trial was terminated early, so the full safety picture is not available.
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Biohaven Therapeutics Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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ALS drug trial halted: safety data sought from 54 patients
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a new drug called VRG50635 in 54 people with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). The main goal was to check if the drug is safe and how the body processes it. The trial was stopped early, but researchers were looking for side effects and changes in disease progression.
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Verge Genomics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug trial halted early – what we know
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a drug called varoglutamstat (PQ912) in people with early Alzheimer's disease. The goal was to see if it is safe and if it could slow memory and thinking problems. The trial was stopped early, so we have less information than planned. About 112 people took part,…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Vivoryon Therapeutics N.V. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Smartphone app aims to prevent second strokes in high-risk patients
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a smartphone-based program to help stroke survivors with high blood pressure lower their risk of another stroke. The program involved tracking blood pressure and getting tailored reminders. The study was terminated early, so results are limited.
Sponsor: Northern California Institute of Research and Education • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Seizure drug study ends early – safety results awaited
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at the long-term safety of an experimental drug called CVL-865 in adults whose focal seizures were not controlled by other medications. About 105 people who completed a previous trial took CVL-865 alongside their usual seizure drugs for up to 57 weeks. The study…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Immunotherapy plus radiation for early lung cancer: trial halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 3 trial tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) to precise, high-dose radiation (SBRT) could help prevent early-stage non-small cell lung cancer from returning. The study enrolled 448 people with stage I or II lung cancer who could not hav…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Polio Survivors' hope dashed: trial of immune treatment halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a blood product called immune globulin (Flebogamma) in 191 people with post-polio syndrome, a condition causing new muscle weakness years after polio. The goal was to see if it could improve walking distance and reduce pain. The trial was terminated early, so we…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Instituto Grifols, S.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Experimental drug AR-42 tested on brain tumors – early results uncertain
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial tested the drug AR-42 in 7 adults with vestibular schwannoma or meningioma brain tumors who were already scheduled for surgery. Participants took AR-42 pills for about 3 weeks before their operation. The main goal was to see if the drug could lower a protei…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug trial halted early: what happened?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested an experimental drug called REM0046127 in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. The goal was to see if it was safe and how it affected brain chemicals and brain wave activity. The trial was stopped early and included only 14 participants instead of t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: reMYND • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New MS drug trial for japanese patients shows promise but study stopped early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested the drug natalizumab in 21 Japanese adults with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS). The goal was to see if injections under the skin every 4 weeks could reduce new brain lesions over 24 weeks, and to check safety for up to 48 weeks. The study was termin…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Biogen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New 12-Week hormone therapy studied for rare tumors
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase study tested a new formulation of octreotide (Debio 4126) that lasts 12 weeks, aiming to control hormone levels in people with acromegaly or certain neuroendocrine tumors. Only 19 participants were enrolled before the trial was terminated. The main goal was to me…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Debiopharm International SA • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Experimental Pre-Surgery treatment for brain cancer shows early hurdles
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether giving chemotherapy and radiation before surgery could help control glioblastoma, a fast-growing brain tumor. Only 2 people enrolled before the study was stopped. The goal was to see if this approach was safe and could delay tumor regrowth.
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Geisinger Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Experimental cell therapy targets deadly childhood brain cancer
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial tested a new immunotherapy approach for children with DIPG, a rare and aggressive brain stem tumor. After standard radiation and chemotherapy, patients received special vaccines and immune cells designed to attack the tumor. The study was small (11 particip…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Tailored therapy for medulloblastoma shows promise but trial cut short
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 2 trial tested a personalized treatment approach for post-pubertal patients with newly diagnosed medulloblastoma, a rare brain cancer. The experimental group received a targeted drug called sonidegib along with reduced radiation, based on the tumor's genetic subtype. T…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer - EORTC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Schizophrenia drug trial cut short: only 34 of 250 patients enrolled
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested cariprazine (VRAYLAR), an approved schizophrenia drug in the U.S., for people with acute schizophrenia in Japan and Taiwan. Participants received either cariprazine or a placebo for 6 weeks, then could continue on cariprazine for 18 more weeks. The trial was ter…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Alzheimer's agitation drug trial halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a drug called AVP-786 to see if it could safely reduce agitation in people with Alzheimer's dementia over the long term. It was an extension of earlier studies, enrolling over 1,100 participants who had already completed a prior trial. However, the study was ter…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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ALS drug trial halted: what happened with BIIB105?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested an experimental drug called BIIB105 in adults with ALS, a progressive nerve disease. The trial had two parts: a 6-month placebo-controlled phase and a 3-year open-label extension where everyone received the drug. The goal was to check safety, how the body proces…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Biogen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Dravet syndrome drug trial halted early: did lorcaserin help?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested whether lorcaserin, when added to current medications, could reduce convulsive seizures in people with Dravet syndrome, a severe form of epilepsy. The trial planned to enroll about 22 participants aged 2 and older, but it was terminated early. The main goal was …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eisai Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New drug tested for newborn seizures – but trial halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested the drug lacosamide in newborns with repeated seizures that were not controlled by standard medicines. The trial was small (29 babies) and was stopped early. Researchers compared lacosamide to usual care to see if it could reduce seizure time on brain monitoring…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: UCB Biopharma SRL • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Clot-Removal procedure for severe strokes put to the test
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether a procedure to remove large blood clots from the brain could help people who had a severe stroke. It included 335 adults with a large stroke who could be treated within 7 hours. The goal was to see if the procedure reduced disability compared to stand…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug simufilam trial halted Mid-Study
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a drug called simufilam in over 1,000 people with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. Participants took either 50 mg, 100 mg, or a placebo twice daily for 76 weeks. The goal was to see if simufilam could slow memory loss and help with daily activities. However…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Cassava Sciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Experimental drug zavesca tested for rare fatal brain diseases in infants
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 3 trial tested the drug miglustat (Zavesca) in 30 infants with Sandhoff or Tay-Sachs diseases, rare genetic disorders that destroy nerve cells. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce hospitalizations, seizures, and feeding problems while improving motor function.…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Tehran University of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:51 UTC
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Brain cancer drug trial halted after just two patients
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tested a new drug called VAL-083 in people with glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer that had returned after standard treatments. The trial aimed to see if VAL-083 could help patients live longer. However, the study was stopped early after only 2 people enrolled, s…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: DelMar Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:46 UTC
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Tiny brain scanner takes on the big machine
Diagnosis Stopped earlyResearchers are testing NeuroLF, a small brain-only PET scanner, to see if it can produce brain images good enough for diagnosis. Participants who are already scheduled for a routine brain PET scan receive an extra scan on NeuroLF right after their standard scan, using the same r…
Sponsor: Positrigo AG • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI takes on brain scans: could it match the experts?
Diagnosis Stopped earlyThis study will check if an artificial intelligence (AI) tool can help less experienced doctors read MRI scans of stroke patients as accurately as a brain scan specialist. About 500 adults who are being evaluated for a stroke will have their MRI results compared. The goal is to s…
Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New PET tracer aims to spot Parkinson's protein in living brains
Diagnosis Stopped earlyThis early-phase study tests a new imaging drug called [18F]MK-0947 that works with PET scans to show where a protein called α-synuclein builds up in the brain—a hallmark of Parkinson's disease. Researchers will check safety and how well the tracer works in 22 adults (some with P…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Invicro • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Eye-Tracking goggles could spot hidden brain injuries
Diagnosis Stopped earlyThis study tests whether a portable goggle system that tracks eye movements can help diagnose mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). The goggles measure how well the eyes work together when following a specific pattern of visual cues. Researchers will compare results from people wit…
Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tears may replace spinal taps for MS diagnosis
Diagnosis Stopped earlyThis study tests whether a tear sample can diagnose primary progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) as accurately as a spinal tap. Currently, doctors need to collect spinal fluid to confirm this type of MS, which is invasive and uncomfortable. Researchers will compare proteins in tea…
Sponsor: Lille Catholic University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New scan aims to spot brain bleeding after stroke – but study stalls
Diagnosis Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a cone beam CT scan, done right after a stroke procedure called thrombectomy, could tell the difference between a brain hemorrhage and harmless contrast dye buildup. Only 5 adults were enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if t…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New PET tracer could spot hidden brain tumors in cancer patients
Diagnosis Stopped earlyThis study tested a special radioactive tracer (68GaNOTA-Anti-HER2 VHH1) to see if it can find HER2-positive brain metastases on PET/CT scans. Seven adult cancer patients with at least one brain lesion were enrolled. The goal was to compare tracer uptake in HER2-positive versus H…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New PET tracer aims to reveal hidden immune activity in tumors and arteries
Diagnosis Stopped earlyThis Phase II study tested a radioactive tracer called 68GaNOTA-Anti-MMR-VHH2 to see if it can light up certain immune cells (macrophages) on PET scans. The trial included 29 people with head and neck cancer, lymphoma, atherosclerosis, or sarcoidosis. The goal was to see if the t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New oral test could replace painful insulin injections for hormone diagnosis
Diagnosis Stopped earlyThis study tested a new oral drink (GS3-007a) to diagnose adult growth hormone deficiency (AGHD). It compared the drink to the standard insulin tolerance test in 120 adults suspected of having AGHD and healthy volunteers. The goal was to see if the oral test works as well as the …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Changchun GeneScience Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Eye test may spot Alzheimer's early, study finds
Diagnosis Stopped earlyThis study explored whether a special eye scan (hyperspectral retinal imaging) can detect beta-amyloid, a protein linked to Alzheimer's disease, in the retina. Researchers aimed to see if this non-invasive test could distinguish people with Alzheimer's from healthy individuals. T…
Sponsor: Center for Eye Research Australia • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Safer brain scans: no contrast needed for meningioma detection?
Diagnosis Stopped earlyThis study tested whether special MRI sequences (FABIR) can spot meningiomas without using gadolinium contrast dye, which can build up in the body after many injections. Researchers compared the new method to standard contrast MRI in 315 adults undergoing screening or follow-up f…
Sponsor: Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Neck-Worn swallow detector fails key test
Diagnosis Stopped earlyThis study tested a wearable device that sits on the neck to detect swallowing problems in people with conditions like stroke, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's, or dementia. The device was compared to a standard X-ray test. Unfortunately, the device did not meet the a…
Sponsor: Société des Produits Nestlé (SPN) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Rapid brain tumor detection device tested in operating room
Diagnosis Stopped earlyThis study tested a new imaging device called cCeLL-Ex vivo that uses laser microscopy to quickly detect brain tumors during surgery. The goal was to see if it could diagnose tumors faster than the standard frozen section method, which takes 20-30 minutes. The study enrolled 285 …
Sponsor: VPIX Medical • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Can a headband spot Alzheimer's? new study tests brain wave device
Diagnosis Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a wearable EEG device can help doctors diagnose Alzheimer's disease and mild cognitive impairment. Researchers compared brain wave data from the EEG with standard memory and thinking tests in 148 participants. The goal was to see if the EEG could improve…
Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Brain radiation for breast cancer: prevention study halted early
Prevention Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether giving radiation to the brain could prevent cancer from spreading there in people with HER2-positive breast cancer that had already spread to other organs. Participants were receiving trastuzumab (Herceptin) plus chemotherapy. The study was stopped ea…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Week hormone course stop epilepsy before it starts?
Prevention Stopped earlyThis trial tests whether giving a low dose of the hormone ACTH to infants with early warning signs on their brain wave test (EEG) can prevent West syndrome, a severe form of epilepsy. Infants between 2 and 12 months old who show a specific pre-seizure brain pattern are treated wi…
Sponsor: Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart wheelchair cushion aims to stop pressure sores
Prevention Stopped earlyThis study tested a special seat cushion (GASPARD®) that measures pressure and sends alerts to a smartphone to help prevent pressure sores in people with spinal cord injuries. The trial included 134 participants who used manual wheelchairs. Unfortunately, the study was terminated…
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Gum treatment may slow memory loss in seniors
Prevention Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether intensive treatment for gum disease (periodontitis) could prevent dementia in older adults who already have mild cognitive impairment and narrowed neck arteries. Participants received either standard dental care or deep cleaning and root planing. The …
Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Can BOTOX shots stop migraines before they start? new study investigates
Prevention Stopped earlyThis study tested whether BOTOX injections can prevent migraine attacks in adults who have 6 to 14 migraine days per month (episodic migraine). About 775 participants received either BOTOX or placebo injections into their muscles twice, 12 weeks apart. The main goal was to see if…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Two strong painkillers go Head-to-Head in the ambulance
Symptom relief Stopped earlyParamedics in the Netherlands often treat severe pain after trauma with either fentanyl or esketamine, but no one knows if one works as well as the other or if a nasal spray works as well as an IV. The FORE-PAIN trial randomly assigns adults with acute traumatic pain to one of fo…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a High-Fat diet boost brain health in early Alzheimer's?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looks at whether a ketogenic diet (high-fat, low-carb) is practical and safe for people with early-stage Alzheimer's disease over one year. The diet may provide an alternative energy source for the brain and reduce inflammation. Researchers will track diet adherence, b…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Quit-Smoking program built for transgender adults help them stop?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyTransgender and gender diverse adults smoke at higher rates than the general population, and stigma, discrimination, anxiety, and depression may make quitting harder. Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital are adapting an existing smoking cessation program called QUIT, whi…
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a breathing gadget calm anxious teens?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tests whether a biofeedback breathing system called Freespira can reduce anxiety and panic symptoms in young people aged 9 to 17. Over 8 weeks, one group uses the device while a control group waits. The goal is to see if the device helps lower anxiety scores on a stand…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Migraine drug trial for kids halted early – what we know
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if lasmiditan, a migraine medicine, is safe and works for children aged 6 to 17. It planned to treat migraine attacks and measure pain relief. The trial was stopped early, so final results are limited, but it may still provide useful information about trea…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a gut microbe ease Autism's social struggles?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis trial tests whether a daily probiotic supplement called Lactobacillus plantarum PS128 can improve social and behavioral symptoms in children with autism spectrum disorder. School-aged children (7-12 years) will receive either the probiotic or a placebo for a period, and rese…
Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can gentle electrical pulses reawaken hand movement after stroke?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis trial tests different settings of a gentle electrical stimulation device, placed on the skin of the affected arm, to see which ones best improve hand function in people who have had a stroke. Participants will receive varying durations and strengths of stimulation, and resea…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Low-Dose ketamine infusion lift depression in the ICU?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis phase II trial tests whether three low-dose ketamine infusions, given over consecutive days, can reduce depressive symptoms in patients who have been in the intensive care unit (ICU) for at least a week and show signs of clinical depression. Participants receive either ketam…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to break the Pain-Depression cycle in older women
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a program called PRIME for older women with chronic pain and depression who also have physical disabilities. Nine women took part in nurse-led goal-setting visits and group therapy sessions focused on acceptance and commitment. The goal was to see if this combin…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dementia agitation drug trial halted after just 5 patients
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a fast-dissolving film (BXCL501) placed under the tongue to quickly reduce severe agitation in older adults with dementia. The trial aimed to enroll many participants but was stopped early after only 5 people joined. Because it ended so soon, we cannot draw reli…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: BioXcel Therapeutics Inc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can ancient breathing techniques rewire the depressed teen brain?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tests whether a breathing-based meditation practice called SKY can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety in adolescents aged 16 to 24. Participants with mild-to-moderate depression will practice the breathing techniques for 8 weeks, while researchers track mood, st…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a home exercise program help Hispanics/Latinos with MS?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a 4-month exercise program done at home could help Hispanic/Latino adults with multiple sclerosis (MS) improve their physical function, manage symptoms, and feel better overall. Participants worked with coaches via video calls and compared results to a c…
Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wakefulness drug shows promise for brain tumor fatigue, but study stalls
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a drug called solriamfetol to see if it could safely help people with brain tumors (gliomas) feel more awake, think clearer, and have a better quality of life. Only 2 people enrolled before the study was stopped early. The main goal was to check for serious side…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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App for cancer depression fails to launch: trial ends after just one participant
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if a smartphone app called IONA Mind could help treat depression in people who have had head and neck cancer. Participants would use the app for 6 weeks and fill out surveys. However, the trial was terminated early after enrolling only 1 person, so no mean…
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual reality may calm colonoscopy jitters without drugs
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis trial tests whether a combination of virtual reality and psychotherapy can help people undergoing colonoscopy without sedation feel less anxious and experience less pain. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive the VR-enhanced psychotherapy, a sham VR distraction, …
Sponsor: Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Web program helps insomniacs kick the pill habit
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a simple internet-based self-help program could help people with long-term insomnia stop using sleeping pills like benzodiazepines or Z-drugs. The program used sleep restriction and stimulus control techniques. 62 adults who had been taking sleep medicat…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New sleep aid trial targets lingering insomnia in depression
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tests if Lemborexant, a sleep medication, can improve sleep in adults whose depression is already treated but who still have insomnia. About 30 participants will take either the drug or a placebo daily for 6 weeks, tracking sleep with diaries and a wearable device. The…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Unity Health Toronto • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sugar pills, no lies: could Open-Placebo ease teen depression?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tests whether placebo pills taken knowingly — called open-label placebo — can reduce depression symptoms in unmedicated teens aged 13–18 with mild to moderate depression. Participants take placebo pills for two weeks while researchers use brain scans to see if the trea…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a synthetic cannabinoid calm agitation in frontotemporal dementia?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis phase 2 trial tests whether nabilone, a synthetic cannabinoid, can reduce agitation in people with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). Participants receive both nabilone and a placebo in random order to compare effects. The study includes adults with behavioral variant FTD or pri…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Simon Ducharme, MD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could emotional awareness therapy soothe mysterious body aches?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis pilot study tests whether a short-term group therapy called Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET) can help people with persistent physical symptoms like pain or fatigue that have no clear medical cause. The therapy focuses on helping participants identify and exp…
Sponsor: Daniel Maroti • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual reality could cure stage fright in just one session
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tests whether virtual reality (VR) can help young adults with public speaking anxiety. Participants receive either one or three sessions of VR exposure therapy, followed by a 4-week online program. The goal is to see if a single VR session works as well as multiple ses…
Sponsor: Vilnius University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Depression drug trial halted early – what we know
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a new drug called REL-1017 as an extra treatment for adults with major depression who didn't get enough help from standard antidepressants. The trial was stopped early and included only 27 participants. The main goal was to see if the drug could reduce depressio…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Levomecor Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Depression drug trial halted: what happened?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a new drug called REL-1017 (esmethadone) as an add-on treatment for people with major depression who weren't helped enough by their current antidepressant. The trial was a Phase 3, double-blind, placebo-controlled study with 236 participants. However, the study …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Levomecor Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ginseng focus trial halted early – little to go on
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a single 200 mg dose of American Ginseng (Cereboost) could improve attention and brain function in healthy young adults aged 18-40. Participants completed cognitive tests and gave blood samples over 6 hours. However, the trial was terminated early and on…
Sponsor: University of East Anglia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nerve block or antidepressant? study tests two migraine treatments Head-to-Head
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study compares two treatments for transformed migraine (chronic daily headache): a sphenopalatine ganglion nerve block using lidocaine gel applied inside the nose, versus daily oral amitriptyline (Elavil), an antidepressant often used for migraine prevention. Ten adults aged…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Brain zapping trial for Schizophrenia's 'Negative Symptoms' ends early
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS could help reduce negative symptoms of schizophrenia, like low motivation and reduced facial expression. The trial enrolled 47 adults with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder and compared active…
Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Multitasking rehab for stroke walkers: hype or help?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether practicing walking while doing other tasks (multitasking) helps people recovering from a stroke walk faster than just walking practice alone. It included 26 adults who had a stroke within the past 6 months and had trouble walking. The trial was stoppe…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Migraine drug for kids? trial cut short
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested the migraine drug lasmiditan in children aged 6 to 17 who have migraines. The goal was to see if it is safe and works for quick relief. The trial was stopped early, so the results are limited.
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a smartphone app slow ALS decline?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a digital platform (m-Rehab) could help people with ALS who use non-invasive ventilation. The platform included educational content, remote monitoring, and video consultations. The goal was to see if it could slow the loss of physical function and improv…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Robot suit aims to ease pain for kids with cerebral palsy
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a motorized orthosis (Innowalk) that mimics walking is better tolerated by children with cerebral palsy than standard standing devices. The trial included 25 children aged 6-16 who had never walked. Researchers measured pain, muscle stiffness, and joint …
Sponsor: Lille Catholic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Parkinson's drug side effect targeted by antioxidant NAC – but trial stalls
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether N-acetylcysteine (NAC), an antioxidant, could help reduce impulse control disorders caused by Parkinson's medications. Only 14 people with mild-to-moderate symptoms were enrolled before the trial was stopped early. The goal was to see if 10 weeks of NAC …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Lavender scent tested to ease Women's pain and anxiety during procedure
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether smelling lavender essential oil before and during an office hysteroscopy (a procedure to look inside the uterus) could lower women's anxiety and pain. Twenty-two women were randomly assigned to inhale either lavender oil or distilled water (placebo). The…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Experimental drug K0706 tested for lewy body dementia
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether a drug called K0706 is safe and tolerable for people with Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB). Researchers planned to give 45 participants either a low dose, high dose, or placebo for 12 weeks, then check for side effects and measure changes in brain and …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Heart hole closure for migraines? tiny study halted early
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether closing a small hole in the heart (called a PFO) with a device could reduce migraine headaches. It planned to compare the real procedure to a sham (fake) procedure in adults aged 18-55 with frequent migraines. However, the study was stopped early after e…
Sponsor: W.L.Gore & Associates • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Botox injections may help stroke survivors move their arms better
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study observed 18 chronic stroke patients who received botulinum toxin injections into their elbow muscles as part of routine care. The goal was to see if the injections reduced muscle tightness (spasticity) and improved active arm extension. Researchers measured muscle acti…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New knee pain block fails to prove extra benefit in small trial
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether adding an iPACK nerve block to standard pain treatments (adductor canal block and local injections) helps people feel less pain and recover faster after total knee replacement. Only 10 people were enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Brain tumor drug trial fizzles: only 3 patients enrolled
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial tested whether brivaracetam, a seizure medication, is safe for people with diffuse gliomas (a type of brain tumor). Only 3 participants were enrolled before the study was terminated. The main goal was to track side effects, not to measure tumor shrinkage or…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New radiation technique aims to calm tremors without surgery
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a new way to treat hand tremors caused by essential tremor or Parkinson's disease using a linear accelerator, a common radiation machine. Instead of one large dose, the radiation was given in three smaller sessions to protect healthy brain tissue. The goal was t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Botulinum toxin injection aimed at easing leg spasticity after stroke or injury
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether MYOBLOC, a botulinum toxin injection, can safely reduce muscle stiffness in the lower leg of adults with spasticity caused by stroke, brain injury, or spinal cord injury. About 40 participants received either a low or high dose of MYOBLOC or a placebo in…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Solstice Neurosciences, LLC, a subsidiary of MDD US Operations, LLC • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New ankle brace aims to fix foot drop after stroke
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a brace called CALIGALOC designed to correct foot drop (ankle varus) in people with hemiparesis after a stroke or other brain injury. The goal was to see if wearing the brace for 15 days improved walking speed and balance. Only 5 people took part, and the study …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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PTSD drug trial halted early: could brexanolone ease trauma?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis pilot study tested a 24-hour IV infusion of brexanolone in 10 adult women with PTSD from non-military trauma. The goal was to see if it could reduce PTSD symptoms and lead to remission by 12 weeks. The trial was terminated early, so results are limited.
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Donald Jeffrey Newport • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Neck treatment for concussion symptoms: small pilot study tests feasibility
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis small pilot study aimed to see if it's possible to start neck therapy earlier for people with concussion and neck pain. Only 2 people enrolled before the study was stopped. The main goal was to check if the study process worked, not to measure how well the treatment helped s…
Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New therapy targets memory doubts to curb OCD checking
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a new, short therapy module for people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) who struggle with compulsive checking. The therapy focuses on fixing unhelpful beliefs about memory that drive the urge to check. Researchers aimed to see if this approach reduces ch…
Sponsor: University of Manitoba • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Music therapy brings comfort to brain injury patients
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a music therapy program for adults with acquired brain injury, aiming to improve their comfort and well-being. Researchers worked with 27 hospitalized patients to see if group music sessions could help them feel better. The study was stopped early, so results ar…
Sponsor: University of Valencia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Experimental drug MIJ821 aims to quickly ease depression and suicidal urges
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested an experimental drug called MIJ821, given as an IV infusion, to see if it could quickly reduce depression symptoms in people with major depressive disorder who also have active suicidal thoughts. About 199 adults aged 18 to 65 took part, receiving either MIJ821 …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Mindfulness app for anxiety in underserved groups fizzles out early
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a smartphone app that teaches mindfulness meditation to help Black and Latino adults with anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic. About 400 participants were assigned to one of two mindfulness programs or a waitlist. The trial was terminated early, so we don't hav…
Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Experimental drug aims to curb disinhibition in dementia patients
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a drug called AVP-786 to see if it could safely reduce disinhibition—impulsive or inappropriate behavior—in people with neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer's or frontotemporal dementia. The trial planned to include many participants but was terminated ear…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Touchscreen device aims to give voice to dementia patients
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a personalized touchscreen device (My PATI) to help people with Alzheimer's or related dementias communicate their care preferences. The goal was to improve quality of life for both patients and their caregivers. The study was terminated early, so results are li…
Sponsor: Florida International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Brain zaps show promise for paralyzed arms – but study cut short
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether a non-invasive brain stimulation method called tDCS, when added to standard physical therapy, could improve arm and hand function in people with recent spinal cord injuries. The trial included 13 participants with neck-level injuries who were between …
Sponsor: Montecatone Rehabilitation Institute S.p.A. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New pill aims to stop panic attacks in their tracks
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis phase 2 trial tested whether darigabat, an oral tablet, could help people with panic disorder. About 80 participants took either darigabat or a placebo for several weeks. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce panic attacks and improve overall symptoms. The study was t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Robot trainer aims to help Parkinson's patients walk better
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a robotic device called the G-EO Gait Trainer to help people with Parkinson's disease improve their walking. The device supports the body and guides leg movements to make walking practice safer and more effective. The trial was terminated early, so only limited …
Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Psilocybin depression study cut short: did the benefits last?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study followed 26 people with major depressive disorder for one year after they received a single dose of psilocybin or a niacin control. Researchers used web surveys and phone interviews to track depression symptoms over time. The study was terminated early, so results are …
Sponsor: Usona Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Could a simple pill replace IVs for migraines in the ER?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at two FDA-approved migraine medications (a dissolving tablet and a nasal spray) given to adults in the emergency department. The goal was to see if these easy-to-use options could relieve pain quickly and shorten ER visits. The study was stopped early with only…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Can a brain ZAP boost stroke recovery? new pilot study explores
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis small pilot study tested whether combining a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) with a thinking-strategies training program could help people who had a stroke more than six months ago perform everyday activities better. Eleven participants were enrolled to see if the …
Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Experimental combo therapy for brain metastases shows early safety signals
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis early-stage trial tested whether adding a device that creates electric fields (NovoTTF-200M) to standard radiation and immunotherapy is safe for people with melanoma that has spread to the brain. Only one person took part before the study was stopped early. The main goal was…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Oxygen chamber trial for Kids' concussion symptoms halted early
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber (hyperbaric oxygen therapy) could help children aged 8-15 with prolonged post-concussion syndrome after a mild brain injury. The trial planned to enroll 52 participants but was terminated early. The goal was…
Sponsor: Assaf-Harofeh Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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HIV-Positive Men's mental health study shuts down after just one participant
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), a type of talk therapy, could help HIV-positive men with mental health issues like stress and anxiety. Only one person enrolled before the study was stopped early. Because of this, no meaningful results were obta…
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Narcolepsy drug trial halted early: what happened?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis early-stage study tested an experimental drug called MK-6552 in 9 people with narcolepsy type 1, a condition that causes sudden sleep attacks. The goal was to see if the drug was safe and could help patients stay awake during the day. The trial was stopped early, so results …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Mindfulness may ease anxiety for heart device patients
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a mindfulness program (including meditation, body scans, and gentle yoga) could help people with implanted heart devices like ICDs or pacemakers feel less anxious, stressed, and depressed. The study planned to enroll 34 adults who had recently received s…
Sponsor: Chien Chih-Yin • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Hands-On therapy may speed up concussion healing
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether adding osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) — a hands-on therapy that moves muscles and joints — to standard care helps people recover from concussions. It included 39 people aged 13 to 55 who had a concussion within the last 12 days. The goal was…
Sponsor: Michigan State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Relaxation therapy studied for brain tumor anxiety – but trial cut short
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether adding sophrology (a relaxation method using breathing, visualization, and gentle movement) to speech therapy could reduce anxiety in people with aggressive brain tumors. Only 13 patients were enrolled before the trial was stopped early. The goal was to …
Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Tailored exercise shows promise for spinal cord injury recovery
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether personalized fitness training could improve heart and lung fitness in people with incomplete spinal cord injury during early rehabilitation. Nineteen participants were assigned to either personalized training sessions or usual care for six weeks. The stu…
Sponsor: Sint Maartenskliniek • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Phone therapy for depression shows promise in small study
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if a telephone-supported self-help program called Bounce Back could help people with mild to moderate depression. Participants used cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) materials at home with coaching over the phone. The study was stopped early and only incl…
Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Brain stimulation may supercharge therapy for social anxiety
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a mild electrical current applied to the forehead (tDCS) could make exposure therapy work better for people with social anxiety. Thirty-three adults with public speaking fears gave speeches in virtual reality while receiving either real or fake tDCS. The…
Sponsor: University of Nevada, Reno • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Can a stronger jolt to the brain beat treatment-resistant depression?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis small pilot study tested a noninvasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS in 5 adults with major depression that hadn't improved after at least 3 antidepressant trials. Participants received up to 20 sessions of higher-than-usual electrical current over 4 to 6 weeks. Th…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Vibration vest aims to restore arm function in stroke survivors
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a wearable device that uses gentle vibrations to help stroke survivors improve arm strength and movement. The plan was to have 48 people use the device at home for 4 weeks, but only 4 enrolled before the study was stopped. Researchers measured usability and chan…
Sponsor: University of Oklahoma • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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ADHD study tests if treadmill and balance exercises boost brain power
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether different types of exercise—like treadmill running, balance training, or a mix of balance and thinking tasks—could improve ADHD symptoms and brain function in college students. It planned to enroll 130 students with ADHD and compare them to healthy st…
Sponsor: Wuhan Sports University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Walking poles tested for Parkinson's: a simple step forward?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether using walking poles during an 8-week independent walking program could improve walking and activity levels in people with Parkinson's disease. Eleven participants were assigned to walk with or without poles at least three times a week. The trial was t…
Sponsor: Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Cortisone shot for Post-Stroke shoulder pain: did it help?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether a cortisone injection into the shoulder joint, combined with physiotherapy, reduces pain and improves movement in people who had a stroke and developed shoulder pain. It included 50 adults in a rehab program. The study was stopped early, so results ar…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Claire Bourgeois • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Nerve pain device study abandoned after only 2 patients
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a device called Exablate, which uses focused sound waves to treat areas of the brain linked to pain. The goal was to see if it could reduce pain and improve quality of life in people with chronic nerve pain. Only 2 people enrolled before the study was stopped, s…
Sponsor: InSightec • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Can a shorter therapy fix Veterans' insomnia just as well?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a brief 4-session version of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) works as well as the standard 6-session version for treating insomnia in veterans. Insomnia is very common among veterans and can harm daily life and health. The study enrolled 15 veterans w…
Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Brain training for psychosis: a small step toward better school performance
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether adding cognitive remediation therapy (a type of brain training) to supported education (help returning to school) improves academic functioning in young adults with psychotic disorders. Only 9 people enrolled before the study was stopped early. The go…
Sponsor: Centre de Recherche de l'Institut Universitaire en Santé Mentale de Québec • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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CBD anxiety trial for brain cancer patients ends early
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if a high-CBD hemp product could reduce anxiety and improve quality of life in people newly diagnosed with glioblastoma, a serious brain tumor. The trial planned to compare the CBD product to a placebo over 8 weeks, but it was stopped early after only 2 pe…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Mclean Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Can retelling and deep breathing ease trauma in terminal cancer?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis Phase 2 trial tested a neuroscience-based technique combining memory structuring and deep vagal breathing to reduce PTSD symptoms in people with advanced, incurable cancer and their partners. The study enrolled 19 patients who had just received a terminal diagnosis. The appr…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New drug aimed at treating apathy in dementia patients tested
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a drug called CVL-871 to see if it is safe and can help reduce apathy (lack of motivation or interest) in people with dementia. The trial included 41 participants with mild to moderate dementia and clinically significant apathy. The main goal was to check for si…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Parkinson's sleep study halted early – what we know
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether the drug safinamide (Xadago) could improve sleep quality in people with Parkinson's disease. Eleven participants took safinamide for 12 weeks while their sleep was measured. The trial was terminated early, so the results are not conclusive.
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Alain Kaelin • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Brain zaps and computer games: a new hope for schizophrenia fog?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis pilot study tested whether combining repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) with computerized cognitive training could help adults with schizophrenia who have thinking and memory problems. Twelve participants received either active or sham rTMS followed by cogni…
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can a neck massage help your brain heal after a concussion?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether a special hand massage technique, called manual lymphatic drainage, could help clear fluid from the brain in people with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury. Only 2 people took part, and the study was stopped early. Researchers measured changes …
Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Weighted blankets may soothe agitation after brain injury
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether weighted blankets can help reduce agitation and improve sleep in people recovering from a brain injury. Ten adults in a UK rehabilitation unit used the blankets for 7 days. The main goal was to see if such a study is practical in a hospital setting, n…
Sponsor: University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Can meal timing protect your brain during cancer treatment?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a text-message-based diet program called Txt4fasting for people with breast or lung cancer that spread to the brain. The goal was to see if eating only during certain hours could reduce thinking and memory problems after radiation. Only 1 person enrolled before …
Sponsor: Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Could a Head-Zap at home boost your brain?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique (tDCS) done at home, along with computer-based brain games, could improve thinking and language skills in people with primary progressive aphasia, mild cognitive impairment, or dementia. Participants use…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Autism social trial halted: memantine shows no promise
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether memantine, a medication for Alzheimer's, could improve social skills in youth aged 8-18 with autism or nonverbal learning disability. The trial was stopped early after enrolling only 25 participants. The main goal was to measure changes in social functio…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Depression drug trial halted: aticaprant fails to show promise for anhedonia
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether adding aticaprant to standard antidepressants could help people with major depression who still feel no pleasure (anhedonia). The trial was stopped early after enrolling only 101 participants. No results are available, so it is unknown if aticaprant work…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New powered brace aims to improve walking in kids with cerebral palsy
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a device called Agilik, a powered leg brace that helps children with cerebral palsy extend their knees while walking. The goal was to see if it improves gait, endurance, and speed. Only 9 children took part, and the study was stopped early, so the results are no…
Sponsor: IRCCS Eugenio Medea • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Brainwave training tested for aphasia recovery
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether EEG neurofeedback—a type of brain training that uses real-time brainwave readings—can help people with aphasia (trouble speaking or understanding language) improve their communication, sleep, and anxiety. Seven adults with aphasia from stroke or primary …
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Tiny trial tests Talk-and-Movement therapy for pelvic pain
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether a group therapy program combining psychotherapy and physiotherapy could help women with long-lasting pelvic or belly pain. Only 8 women took part, and the study was stopped early. Researchers measured changes in pain impact, daily activities, and emot…
Sponsor: Swiss Paraplegic Research, Nottwil • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Parkinson's apathy drug trial stalls after just 8 patients
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether istradefylline, a drug already approved for motor symptoms in Parkinson's, could also improve apathy and motivation. Only 8 people enrolled before the trial was terminated early. The results are too limited to draw any conclusions.
Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Botox vs. patch: which stops drooling better in kids with cerebral palsy?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study compared two treatments for drooling in children with cerebral palsy: Botox injections into the salivary glands and scopolamine skin patches. Both groups also received rehabilitation therapy. The goal was to see which treatment reduced drooling more over 15 months. The…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New depression drug shows promise but study halted early
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at the long-term safety and symptom relief of an experimental drug called AXS-05 in 181 adults with treatment-resistant depression (depression that hasn't improved with other treatments). Participants took the drug and were monitored for side effects and mood ch…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Can the 'Female Viagra' boost Men's sex drive?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis small study tested whether flibanserin (Addyi), a drug approved for low sexual desire in women, could also help men with low libido. Eight men aged 18–69 with low desire but normal mood and erectile function took either the drug or a placebo for three months. The trial was t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Mohit Khera • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:15 UTC
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Can a smartphone app ease Racism-Related stress and curb substance use in young black men?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a mindfulness-based mobile app designed specifically for young Black men (ages 18-29) to help them handle stress from racism and reduce alcohol or marijuana use. Participants used a self-guided app, some with real-time feedback, and reported their daily stress a…
Sponsor: UConn Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Cooling the brain through the nose: new device tested for ICU fever
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a device called CoolStat that is placed in the nose to cool down brain-injured patients with fever in the ICU. The goal was to see if it could safely and quickly bring their temperature to normal. Only 9 patients were enrolled before the study was stopped early,…
Sponsor: CoolTech LLC • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Depression drug trial halted early: what we know
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested the drug tianeptine in 38 adults with major depression that did not improve after at least two other treatments. Participants took tianeptine three times a day for 8 weeks. The goal was to see if it reduced depression symptoms and changed how the brain processes…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Jonathan A. Javitch, MD, PhD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Brain chemical oxytocin tested to ease social struggles in schizophrenia
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether oxytocin, a natural brain chemical that helps with social bonding, could improve social functioning in veterans with schizophrenia. Researchers planned to give oxytocin and use brain scans to see who might benefit. The study was stopped early, so resu…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Online therapy steps up against OCD in new study
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a stepped-care approach using internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (ICBT) works as well as group therapy or standard medical care for adults with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). 46 adults in China received one of the three treatments for 6 we…
Sponsor: Shanghai Mental Health Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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ADHD combo drug trial stops early – only 2 teens enrolled
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis phase 2 trial tested a combination of two drugs, NRCT-101SR and NRCT-202XR, for teens with ADHD. The goal was to see if the combo could ease symptoms and reduce side effects better than one drug alone. However, the study was terminated early and only enrolled 2 participants,…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Neurocentria, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can problem-solving therapy save older veterans from suicide?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if adding Problem Solving Therapy to standard suicide safety planning could reduce suicidal thoughts in older veterans (age 55+) with depression, anxiety, or PTSD. The trial planned to enroll 117 veterans but was terminated early. The approach focused on t…
Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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ADHD drug trial for teens halted early – what we know
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a new medicine called NRCT-101SR for teenagers aged 13 to 17 with ADHD. The goal was to see if it safely reduces ADHD symptoms compared to a placebo. The trial was stopped early, so results are limited. It involved 95 participants and used standard ADHD rating s…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Neurocentria, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Needle-Free migraine relief for kids? nasal spray cocktail tested in ER
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a nasal spray version of the migraine drug Ketorolac, combined with oral Prochlorperazine and Diphenhydramine, could relieve migraine pain in children as effectively as the standard IV treatment. The trial aimed to enroll children aged 4 and older with m…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Magnetic zaps to the brain aim to restore arm movement in stroke survivors
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a magnetic device (rTMS) placed on the scalp could help people who had a stroke regain movement in their arm. The trial planned to include 60 adults with recent ischemic stroke. However, the study was terminated early, so the results are not complete.
Sponsor: Seoul National University Bundang Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Rowing with electric stimulation may ease pain after spinal cord injury
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether 12 weeks of rowing exercise with electrical stimulation to move paralyzed legs could reduce nerve pain and brain inflammation in people with spinal cord injury. The study enrolled 13 adults with recent spinal cord injury. Researchers measured pain, brain…
Sponsor: Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Pain relief combo falls short: early trial halted
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether adding baclofen (a muscle relaxant) to buprenorphine (a painkiller) could improve pain relief in 19 healthy volunteers. Participants received either a placebo or baclofen alongside buprenorphine and then underwent heat-based pain tests. The trial was ter…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Eye test may predict schizophrenia drug success
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if a simple eye scan could predict which people with early schizophrenia would benefit from a drug called sodium nitroprusside. The drug was given to reduce psychosis symptoms like delusions and hallucinations. Only one person enrolled before the study was…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Robot-Assisted walking program shows promise for brain injury recovery
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a personalized walking and balance training program using a KineAssist robotic treadmill for people recovering from traumatic brain injury, stroke, or other acquired brain injuries. The goal was to safely challenge and improve walking speed, balance, strength, a…
Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Stroke arm rehab study halted early – no clear answers yet
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether adding functional electrical stimulation (FES) to robotic hand therapy could improve arm movement in people who had a stroke within the past year. Researchers planned to compare two groups: one getting standard rehab plus robotic therapy and FES, and …
Sponsor: Neuron, Spain • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Can hand exercises and electrical stimulation ease MS sensory problems?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a rehabilitation program for hand sensitivity problems in people with multiple sclerosis. The program used TENS (a mild electrical stimulation device) and hand exercises to improve the ability to feel and recognize objects. The goal was to improve quality of lif…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Autism irritability drug trial ends early: what happened?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at the long-term safety of pimavanserin for treating irritability in children and teens (ages 5-17) with autism. It was an extension of an earlier 6-week study, lasting 52 weeks. The trial was terminated early, and results are not yet fully available.
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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MS fatigue drug study halted early
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if the drug ozanimod could help reduce fatigue in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers planned to follow 26 adults with MS for three months, measuring fatigue using special questionnaires and brain scans. The study was terminated early, so resu…
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Electric zaps after hand surgery may help paralyzed patients regain grip
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis small pilot study looked at whether adding functional electrical stimulation (FES) to reconstructive hand surgery can improve muscle strength and hand function in people with tetraplegia (paralysis of arms and legs). Fifteen adults with spinal cord injuries were enrolled. Th…
Sponsor: Swiss Paraplegic Research, Nottwil • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Spinal stimulation without surgery shows promise for spasticity relief
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a device that sends electrical stimulation through the skin to the spinal cord, aiming to reduce muscle spasticity and improve movement in people with incomplete spinal cord injury. Twelve participants received repeated sessions of the stimulation. The goal was …
Sponsor: Swiss Paraplegic Research, Nottwil • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Can a nasal spray calm social anxiety? trial ends early
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a nasal spray called PH94B to see if it could quickly reduce anxiety in adults with social anxiety disorder during a public speaking task. About 228 participants were expected to take the spray or a placebo before speaking. The trial was terminated early, so res…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: VistaGen Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Virtual hospital tour may calm Moms-to-Be facing early delivery
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a virtual reality (VR) tour of the delivery room and neonatal unit could reduce anxiety in pregnant women hospitalized with a high risk of preterm birth. The 85 participants were between 24 and 34 weeks pregnant and had received steroids for fetal lung d…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Can a video game rewire the brain to ease PTSD?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis pilot study tested a digital training task called GAMBIT in 50 adults with PTSD. The goal was to see if playing this brain-training game could improve brain circuit flexibility and reduce PTSD symptoms. The study was terminated early, so the findings are limited.
Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Migraine showdown: which pill stops the pain faster?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether a common painkiller (diclofenac potassium) works as well as a newer migraine drug (rimegepant) for stopping migraine pain within 2 hours. About 300 adults with migraine took one of the two medicines during a single attack. The goal was to see if both …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Danish Headache Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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App aims to tame chemo side effects in breast cancer
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a digital health app called medidux™ in 196 people with HER2-positive breast cancer. The app was used for up to 16 weeks during chemotherapy to help track and manage side effects. The goal was to see if using the app reduced the number of severe side effects. Ho…
Sponsor: Palleos Healthcare GmbH • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Concussion headache drug trial stalls early
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether nortriptyline, a common antidepressant, could ease headaches after a concussion better than a placebo. It included teens aged 13-21 with recent head trauma. The trial was stopped early after enrolling only 8 people, so the results are not reliable.
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Lancaster General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:53 UTC
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Migraine ER drug trial halted early – no clear results
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested whether adding clorazepate (a sedative) to standard migraine medications could provide faster pain relief for people having a migraine attack in the emergency room. The trial included 323 adults with moderate to severe migraine. However, the study was terminated…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:44 UTC
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Can PET scans reveal hidden heart inflammation after a stroke?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyPeople who have a stroke face a much higher risk of heart problems in the following weeks, but researchers do not fully understand why. This study uses PET/MRI scans of the heart and blood tests for inflammatory markers to see whether inflammation develops in the heart after a st…
Sponsor: Luciano A. Sposato • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain imaging may reveal who benefits from depression therapy
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looks at brain activity in 100 adults with major depression who are receiving a treatment called accelerated TMS. Researchers use a special brain scanner (TD-fNIRS) to see if patterns of brain activity can predict who will respond well to the treatment. Healthy volunte…
Sponsor: Kernel • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Robots map how brain and nerve injuries disrupt everyday arm tasks
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyResearchers at the University of Pennsylvania are studying how people with stroke, upper limb amputation, spinal cord injury, or cerebral palsy move their arms during common daily activities like drinking and pouring. The study uses two passive desktop robots to track the motion …
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can personalized recall timing boost word learning in kids with DLD?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study explores whether tailoring when children with developmental language disorder (DLD) practice recalling new words can improve their learning. Researchers compare a standard fixed schedule to an adaptive one that adjusts to each child's progress. Four- and five-year-olds…
Sponsor: Purdue University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Prostate cancer Therapy's hidden heart risk: new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at 10 men to understand why androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) for prostate cancer can lead to high blood pressure. Researchers checked if problems with the nervous system or kidneys were to blame. The goal is to find ways to prevent heart disease in prostate ca…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a life map help mental health providers see the full picture?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyResearchers are testing a web-based tool called the Tulsa Life Chart that helps patients visually map their life history, from mood and relationships to medical conditions and substance exposure. The study includes people seeking mental health treatment and their healthcare provi…
Sponsor: Laureate Institute for Brain Research, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A 12-minute video could save new mothers' lives – can it teach them to spot danger?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis trial tests whether a 12-minute educational video, shown at hospital discharge, improves new mothers' knowledge of warning signs for severe postpartum complications like hemorrhage, infection, and high blood pressure. Participants – who are Black, Latinx, multiracial, Medica…
Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain scan study tests new Drug's target binding in healthy volunteers
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis early-stage study involves 18 healthy men to see how well the experimental drug MSP-2020 attaches to serotonin receptors in the brain. Researchers will also measure how much drug stays in the blood and check for side effects. The goal is to understand the drug's activity in …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a coordinated care team ease the aftermath of intensive care?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis pilot study tests a new approach to supporting people after a stay in the intensive care unit (ICU). Many ICU survivors face ongoing psychological and physical challenges, such as depression, anxiety, and disability. The intervention involves a case manager who coordinates a…
Sponsor: Region Stockholm • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New tool could help stroke survivors regain social connection
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aims to create a tool to assess how well people understand tone of voice (prosody) after a right-sided stroke. Over half of right-stroke patients have trouble with prosody, which can affect social interactions and quality of life. Researchers will test 150 participants…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Antifungal drug tested against brain tumors – trial stopped early
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial tested whether the antifungal drug ketoconazole could block a protein called tGLI1 in brain tumors. It included 15 people with breast cancer that spread to the brain or with a type of brain cancer called glioma. The study was terminated early, so we have li…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple blood test track nerve damage? a study investigates NT-3 levels in neuropathy.
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study measures levels of a protein called NT-3 in the blood of people with peripheral neuropathy or Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. Researchers will compare these levels with measures of muscle strength, mobility, and daily function. The goal is to see whether NT-3 levels corre…
Sponsor: Zarife Sahenk • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New PET tracer could spot dangerous plaques before they cause strokes
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study compares a new imaging tracer, 68Ga-NODAGA-RGD, with standard methods (FDG-PET, MRI, ultrasound) to detect inflamed plaques in the carotid arteries. Twenty people scheduled for plaque-removal surgery will receive the tracer and undergo scans. The goal is to see which t…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: University of Lausanne Hospitals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain scans reveal why dementia changes personality
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study investigates how Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia alter a person's sense of self and ability to understand others. Researchers will compare patients with healthy older adults using questionnaires and brain imaging. The goal is to link changes in self-awa…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Zapping the brain to unravel OCD in kids
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at how a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS affects thinking and behavior in children aged 10-17 with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The goal was to understand brain processes linked to OCD, not to treat the condition. Only 6 participants were …
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Psychedelics rewire Brain's learning? yale study investigates
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis observational study at Yale University is recruiting 200 people who are already taking part in another trial where they may receive a serotonergic psychedelic (like psilocybin or LSD) or a placebo. Researchers want to understand how these substances change the brain's inform…
Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden heart rhythm disorder may be behind many unexplained strokes
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looks at people who had a stroke or mini-stroke with no known cause (cryptogenic stroke). Researchers want to see if a small device implanted under the skin, called an implantable loop recorder, can detect hidden atrial fibrillation — an irregular heart rhythm that can…
Sponsor: University of Valencia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Real-World data on brain aneurysm device could improve patient safety
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study observes people who have already been treated with the Pipeline Embolization Device for brain aneurysms. Researchers track neurological complications like stroke or bleeding to better understand the device's safety in everyday use. The goal is to expand knowledge on ho…
Sponsor: Medtronic Neurovascular Clinical Affairs • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Prostate cancer treatment may change how men process common sleep aid
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis pilot study looked at how the sleep drug zolpidem (Ambien) is processed in men with prostate cancer before and after they start hormone therapy that lowers testosterone. Researchers compared these results to healthy women, since women are known to have higher drug levels. Th…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New MRI scans reveal hidden brain changes after first MS symptoms
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study used a special MRI technique to look at tiny brain changes in people who recently had a first episode of symptoms that could lead to multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers compared 84 participants (patients and healthy controls) to see if early memory problems are linked…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV patients may age faster: study probes skin, muscle, and bone health
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study compared signs of aging in 123 HIV-infected adults to the general population. Researchers measured bone density, muscle strength, skin changes, and thinking abilities. The goal was to understand if HIV speeds up aging in these areas. No new treatment was tested; it was…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can brain training help depressed young adults stop ruminating?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested whether real-time fMRI neurofeedback could help young adults with major depression reduce repetitive negative thinking. Participants received either real or fake feedback while their brain activity was monitored. The trial was terminated early, so the findings a…
Sponsor: Laureate Institute for Brain Research, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Brain test may help match PTSD patients to the right antidepressant
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if a simple brain-wave test (LDAEP) could predict which veterans with PTSD or depression would improve with the SSRI medication sertraline (Zoloft). Participants took sertraline or a placebo for 14 weeks while researchers measured their brain activity and …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Stroke study seeks brain regions to boost arm healing
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aimed to identify brain areas outside the main motor region that help arm recovery after a severe stroke. Researchers followed 28 patients over time, using MRI and movement tracking to see which brain areas became active as arm function improved. The goal was to find n…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Tiny implant zaps nerves to boost stroke rehab
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a small implanted device that stimulates the vagus nerve could improve arm and hand function in people who had a stroke at least a year ago. Four participants received either real or sham stimulation paired with physical therapy. The goal was to see how …
Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Brain and eye clues to emotion recognition in autism and psychosis
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aimed to understand why people with autism or schizophrenia sometimes struggle to recognize emotions on faces. Researchers used brain wave recordings (EEG) and eye-tracking to see how participants processed facial expressions. The study included people with autism, sch…
Sponsor: Hôpital le Vinatier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Brain zapping study halted early – what it means for mental health
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at how noninvasive brain stimulation techniques like rTMS, tDCS, and ECT change BDNF levels in people with depression or schizophrenia. Researchers took blood samples before and after stimulation to measure BDNF, a protein linked to brain health. The study was t…
Sponsor: Hôpital le Vinatier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Scientists probe Brain's consciousness switch during anesthesia
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at how anesthesia changes brain activity in people with Parkinson's disease or essential tremor who were already scheduled for deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. Researchers recorded brain signals during a short period of anesthesia to understand which circui…
Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Smart soles could track walking trouble in nerve disease
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested whether special insoles with pressure sensors (FEETME®) can accurately measure walking speed in people with CIDP, a nerve condition that causes walking difficulties. Researchers compared the insoles to a standard walkway system in 18 adults aged 18-75 with CIDP.…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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PTSD drug safety study halted early: what we know
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis small Phase 2 study aimed to test the safety and dosing of an intravenous drug called allopregnanolone (also known as brexanolone) in 11 people with chronic PTSD. The trial was terminated before completion, so results are limited. The main goal was to monitor sedation levels…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Can pictures help patients understand research better?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a visual consent form with pictures helps patients with cancer or Alzheimer's understand research better than standard text. Researchers planned to enroll 266 adults across three U.S. sites. The trial was terminated early, so results may be limited.
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Brain injury and ARDS: which breathing maneuver is safer?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study compared two breathing techniques (CPAP and eSigh) in 18 patients with brain injury and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The goal was to see which method better maintains oxygen levels in the brain without causing harm. The trial was terminated early, so fin…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Robot-Assisted brain biopsy study ends early – only 4 patients enrolled
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether a robotic navigation device can help doctors take brain biopsies accurately. The goal was to see if the robot could achieve a 90% success rate in getting a clear tissue sample. Only 4 people with brain tumors took part before the study was stopped. Th…
Sponsor: Brainlab AG • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Brain scans reveal how autistic people process sensory overload
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aimed to understand why people with autism often feel overwhelmed by sensory input like bright lights or loud noises. Researchers planned to use virtual reality and brain scans to see how the brain reacts to unpleasant visual stimuli. The study was terminated early and…
Sponsor: University of Nebraska • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Brain zapping study reveals Memory's role in speech learning
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at how memory for speech sounds and movements helps people learn to speak. Researchers used a gentle magnetic pulse to temporarily quiet a part of the brain linked to memory, then tested how well healthy adults could adjust their speech. The goal was to understa…
Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New tool could help patients stay safe on lithium
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested a French version of a questionnaire that measures how much patients know about lithium, a drug used for bipolar and schizoaffective disorders. Researchers wanted to see if higher knowledge scores matched safe lithium levels in the blood. The study included 22 ho…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Tiny brain wave study aims to sharpen Alzheimer's drug testing
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis pilot study measured brain activity (EEG) in 6 healthy volunteers while they performed computer tasks that test attention and memory. The goal was to develop better ways to measure thinking skills that could be used in future Alzheimer's drug trials. The study was terminated…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Stroke's hidden toll: brain scans reveal emotion perception changes
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at how stroke changes the brain's ability to recognize emotions like fear and happiness. Researchers used MRI and EEG to compare stroke patients with healthy volunteers. The study was stopped early and only included 2 participants, so findings are very limited.
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Prenatal alcohol exposure may alter adult brain function, small study suggests
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at how being exposed to alcohol before birth might affect adults' ability to read emotions and make decisions. Researchers planned to compare adults with prenatal alcohol exposure to those without, using computer tasks. The study was terminated early and only en…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Scientists probe hidden danger of low blood sugar in diabetes
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at why people with type 1 diabetes often fail to sense dangerously low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Researchers tested how opioid drugs like morphine and naloxone affect the body's ability to respond to low sugar. The goal was to better understand the problem, no…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Albert Einstein College of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Brain zaps tested for stroke arm recovery – but study stalls
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a single session of magnetic brain stimulation (called rTMS) over a specific brain area could improve pointing movements in people who had a stroke. Only one person took part, and the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if the stimulation could …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can a video game help manage bipolar disorder?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested a serious game called Bipolife® for people with bipolar disorder who had already completed a psychoeducation program. The game encourages players to take their medication, keep a daily routine, and contact their doctor if symptoms return. The trial was terminate…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Dyslexia study probes hidden link between movement and reading
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether children with dyslexia have trouble sensing their own body movements (proprioception). Researchers compared 56 French children aged 10-12, half with dyslexia and half without, by testing how well they could detect motion and position. The goal was to …
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Blood test may predict dangerous MS rebound after stopping popular drug
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis small, early-terminated study explored whether measuring certain receptors on immune cells could predict disease activity and rebound risk in multiple sclerosis patients taking or stopping ozanimod. Researchers analyzed blood samples from 23 adults with relapsing-remitting M…
Sponsor: Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Alzheimer's study probes why patients struggle with daily choices
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at how early Alzheimer's disease affects a person's ability to make decisions. Researchers tested 100 people with Alzheimer's and healthy volunteers using memory and thinking tasks, plus a special decision-making test. The goal was to understand which brain func…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug memantine tested on healthy brains – but study halted early
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis early-stage study aimed to see if taking memantine, an Alzheimer's drug, for 15 days would change certain brain and cognitive markers in healthy young men aged 18-30. The goal was to validate a test battery for future Alzheimer's drug development. However, the study was term…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New ICU cockpit software aims to predict brain complications before they happen
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested a software platform called ICU Cockpit that collects and displays vital signs and other data from brain-injury patients in the intensive care unit. The goal was to help doctors make faster, better decisions and to predict complications like strokes or unstable c…
Sponsor: Emanuela Keller • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Mental health study aims to uncover Long-Term heart risks
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study followed 167 adults with mental health issues like anxiety, depression, or sleep problems who visited their primary care doctor. Researchers used health conversations and a blood test to track lifestyle changes and heart disease risks over up to 20 years. The goal was …
Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Blood test may predict stroke after carotid surgery
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if a blood test measuring platelet function could predict neurological events like stroke in people undergoing carotid artery surgery. Researchers planned to enroll 650 patients but the study was terminated early. The test uses a device called Multiplate t…
Sponsor: Scientific Institute San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New tool aims to help seniors with dementia make safer choices about guns
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis pilot study tested a decision aid designed to help older adults with early dementia or depression think about safer ways to store firearms at home. Only 5 people took part, and the study was ended early. The goal was to see if the tool was practical and acceptable, and wheth…
Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Spinal tap could replace brain surgery for young tumor patients
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether a liquid biopsy—testing the fluid around the brain and spinal cord—can find tumor DNA in children and young adults with brain tumors. The goal was to see if this safer, non-surgical test could replace risky tissue biopsies for diagnosis and monitoring…
Sponsor: Pediatric Brain Tumor Consortium • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Brain zapping study targets smoking in schizophrenia
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called deep rTMS could change brain activity and reduce smoking in people with schizophrenia. Researchers used brain scans to measure changes in brain connections and smoking behavior. The study was small and en…
Sponsor: Stony Brook University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Gut hormone shot aims to strengthen fragile bones in kids with muscle diseases
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested whether two gut hormones, GIP and GLP-2, could reduce bone breakdown in children with spinal muscular atrophy, cerebral palsy, or Duchenne muscular dystrophy who use wheelchairs. Participants received a liquid meal and then either a hormone injection or a placeb…
Sponsor: University of Copenhagen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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What sets off MS Flare-Ups? scientists investigate stress and hormones
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at how stress, hormonal cycles, illness, and missed medications might affect when symptoms appear or get worse in women with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RR-MS). Researchers planned to track 80 women over time, recording daily symptom changes. The stu…
Sponsor: University of Louisville • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Nurse phone calls may boost headache treatment success
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether follow-up calls from a headache nurse could help patients with migraines, tension headaches, cluster headaches, or hemicrania continua stay on their preventive medication. 147 participants were randomly assigned to receive nurse calls at 2 and 6 weeks…
Sponsor: Norwegian University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Spine treatment data collection ends early
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study was a registry that collected information from over 900 adults being treated for degenerative spine conditions. Researchers focused on the use of bone graft materials and how patients felt after treatment. The study did not test any new treatment and was stopped early.
Sponsor: AO Innovation Translation Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues in rare genetic brain disorder
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aimed to observe how MECP2 duplication syndrome progresses over time by measuring biological markers in spinal fluid and blood, and by tracking changes in development, behavior, and seizures. It enrolled 29 males aged 1 month to 65 years with a confirmed genetic diagno…
Sponsor: Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Could a gentle brain zap quiet voices in schizophrenia?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis small, early study tested a new approach called Auditory Control Enhancement (ACE) for people with schizophrenia who hear voices (auditory hallucinations) that don't respond to medication. ACE combines a mild brain stimulation technique called tDCS with cognitive training. T…
Sponsor: Brian A Coffman, PhD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Veterans' suicide prevention study tests emotion awareness app
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested a smartphone-based program to help veterans with serious mental illness (like PTSD, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia) better recognize and describe their emotions. The goal was to see if improving emotion awareness could lower suicide risk. Only 11 veterans to…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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UK study tracks Real-World impact of nerve stimulation on epilepsy
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study followed 97 people with drug-resistant epilepsy in the UK who had a vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) device implanted. Researchers looked at medical records and patient surveys to see how the therapy affected hospital visits and seizures over time. The goal was to underst…
Sponsor: LivaNova • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Zapping the brain to save memories: Alzheimer's study tests new approach
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study explored whether a non-invasive technique called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) could improve memory in healthy older adults and those with mild memory problems due to Alzheimer's. Researchers used TMS to stimulate brain networks linked to memory and measured …
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New brain scanner peers into COVID's neurological mysteries
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis pilot study tested a new brain PET-MR scanner to see if it can capture clear images of brain metabolism and blood flow in people who had COVID-19 and those who did not. Only 3 participants were enrolled before the study ended early. The goal was to develop an imaging protoco…
Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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MRI scans aim to predict tysabri success in MS patients
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether special MRI scans can detect early brain changes in people with multiple sclerosis who are starting treatment with Tysabri. Researchers planned to follow 70 patients for two years, comparing MRI images before and after treatment. The goal was to find …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Brain tumor radiation study halted early – what it means for patients
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aimed to track quality of life in 52 patients with brain metastases who received radiosurgery (Gamma Knife). Patients filled out questionnaires before treatment and every 3 months for a year. The study was terminated early, so the full impact on daily life remains uncl…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Robot watchdog: could a roaming robot prevent falls in dementia care?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested whether a robot that moves on its own could patrol nursing home rooms and detect when a resident with Alzheimer's has fallen. The robot was designed to turn on lights, alert staff, and let them see and talk to the resident through its camera and screen. The stud…
Sponsor: Vigorous Mind, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Breathing Low-Oxygen air may boost hand recovery after spinal cord injury
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis early-phase study tested whether breathing mild low-oxygen air (acute intermittent hypoxia) combined with hand exercise training could improve grip and pinch strength in people with chronic cervical spinal cord injury. The study also tested the drug D-cycloserine to see if i…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Brain oxygen booster falls short in early trial
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested a drug called Oxycyte in people with severe head injuries to see if it could safely increase oxygen levels in the brain. Only 9 patients took part before the study was stopped early. The main goal was to measure how the drug affected brain chemistry, but no clea…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Tenax Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Tiny study probes why clozapine beats other schizophrenia drugs
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aimed to compare the effects of clozapine versus other antipsychotic medications on inflammation in people with treatment-resistant schizophrenia. Researchers measured inflammatory markers like interleukin-6 in a small group of participants. The study was terminated ea…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Concussion education study for kids ends early
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aimed to create and test an educational resource for children with mild traumatic brain injury (concussion) and their parents. Researchers planned to work with stakeholders like doctors, coaches, and school nurses to develop the resource and see if it could be used in …
Sponsor: Baylor Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Face stretch study explores link between touch and speech
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether repeatedly pairing facial skin stretches with speech sounds can change how people perceive speech. Researchers tested 160 right-handed adults with no known neurological issues. The study was terminated early, so results are limited.
Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Blood protein may predict seizure return, study halted early
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether measuring a protein called S100B in the blood right after a first seizure could help predict if someone will have more seizures within a year. The researchers planned to follow 37 adults for one year, but the study was stopped early. The goal was to f…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Caregiver doubts may fuel schizophrenia relapse
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether caregivers' negative beliefs about antipsychotic medications make it harder for people with schizophrenia to stick to their treatment. About 50 patients and their main caregivers answered questionnaires about medication beliefs and adherence. The goal…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Concussion classification study halted early
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether a special exam called Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) could help classify people with concussions based on how they respond to certain movements. Researchers planned to enroll people aged 13 to 65 with neck pain, headache, or dizziness after a …
Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Nose drops with friendly bacteria could pave way for meningitis vaccine
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study gave healthy adults nose drops containing a harmless bacteria (N. lactamica) to see how the body's immune system responds. The goal is to learn if the immune response is the same whether the bacteria is cleared after 4 days or 14 days. This information will help design…
Sponsor: University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Brain wave test could spot stubborn depression
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aimed to find brain and movement markers in people with a type of depression that doesn't respond to standard antidepressants, called anhedonic depression. Researchers measured brain waves (P300), walking speed, and hand movements in 36 participants. The goal was to id…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Can a helper make video doctor visits better for ALS patients?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at how satisfied people with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) were when they had doctor visits by video from home, with a nurse or physiotherapist there to help. About 38 patients who used a breathing machine at home took part. The goal was to see if this kind of care…
Sponsor: AGIR à Dom • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New program aims to help moms after preterm birth
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested a care coordination and motivational interviewing program for women who recently had a preterm birth. The goal was to see if the program was feasible and acceptable to participants. Only 13 women enrolled before the study was terminated, so the findings are very…
Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Rare disease study aims to map MLIV's natural course
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study followed 7 people with Mucolipidosis Type IV (MLIV) to learn how the disease naturally progresses. Researchers used tests like neuropsychological exams, blood and urine tests, and brain MRIs to find better ways to measure the disease. The goal was to improve future cli…
Sponsor: Baylor Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Could a common antifungal pill fight brain tumors?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial tested whether posaconazole, a drug used for fungal infections, can reach brain tumors in high enough amounts to stop cancer cells from dividing. Seven adults with glioblastoma took the drug before surgery, and researchers measured drug levels in their spin…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Exoskeleton users at home: a peek into daily life
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study watched people with paraplegia who already use exoskeletons to see what daily tasks they can do at home. The goal was to find small home changes that could help them be more independent. Only 12 people took part, and the study was stopped early, so results are limited.
Sponsor: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Why do some women get depressed during perimenopause? scientists investigate a key brain chemical
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at how allopregnanolone, a natural brain chemical, affects mood and thinking in perimenopausal women with depression. Researchers gave participants either the drug brexanolone (a form of allopregnanolone) or a placebo to see how it changed their tendency to rumi…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Yale study tests if a pep talk boosts depression drug – but only one person joined
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if giving patients extra encouragement before and after esketamine treatment could improve their depression symptoms. Researchers planned to compare a group that received a positive presentation and follow-up session with a group that did not. However, the…
Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Teen writing project for depression shows mixed results
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether teens ages 14 to 21 with mild depression or anxiety would use a website to write articles for other teens. The goal was to see if this approach was practical and acceptable. The study was stopped early, and only 12 people took part.
Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Spinal zap fails to prove brain benefit in rare stroke complication
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether electrical stimulation of the spinal cord could help widen narrowed brain arteries after a type of stroke called subarachnoid hemorrhage. Only one person was enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal was to measure changes in blood flow, b…
Sponsor: Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New Dry-Electrode EEG lets epilepsy patients record brain waves at home
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested a new dry-electrode EEG headset that people with epilepsy can use at home to record their brain activity. Five adults with epilepsy first had a standard EEG in the clinic, then used the dry-electrode headset at home for 14 days. The goal was to see if the home r…
Sponsor: Karl Landsteiner Institute for Clinical Epilepsy Research and Cognitive Neurology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New monitoring technique for vascular surgery falls short
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether adding a special imaging test (Cytocam-IDF) to standard monitoring during major vascular surgery could help patients leave the hospital sooner. The trial was planned for more participants but was stopped early after only 22 people took part. Because i…
Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Wearable device aims to track MS progression from home
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested a wearable device called Syde® in 86 people with multiple sclerosis. Participants wore the device for one month every six months over two years. The goal was to see if the device's activity data matches standard clinic tests like walking speed and disability sco…
Sponsor: SYSNAV • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Tiny study explores why stroke survivors struggle to walk
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis observational study aimed to understand how stroke affects walking during early recovery. Researchers used motion analysis and brain stimulation to track changes in 6 participants over 6 months. The study was terminated early, so findings are limited.
Sponsor: Danderyd Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Brain zap study probes how we remember new speech movements
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at how certain brain areas help us remember new ways of speaking. Researchers used a gentle brain stimulation technique to temporarily quiet parts of the brain involved in touch and hearing, right after people practiced altered speech sounds. The goal was to see…
Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New survey aims to better measure life quality in pituitary tumor patients
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested a new questionnaire called Prolac-10 to see if it can accurately measure quality of life in people with prolactinoma (a type of pituitary tumor) who are starting medical treatment. Only 8 people took part before the study was stopped early. The goal was to check…
Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Small study measures rapid muscle decline after stroke
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aimed to monitor muscle strength and body composition changes in the first 10 days after a severe stroke. Researchers used a device called an impedancemeter to measure muscle mass and a dynamometer to test grip strength. Only 6 people participated before the study was …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional d'Orléans • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Could a simple switch in catheters prevent post-stroke delirium?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether using a condom catheter instead of a standard indwelling urinary catheter (IUC) lowers the chance of delirium in men aged 70+ who had a stroke. Delirium is a sudden confused state that can happen after a stroke. The trial planned to compare two groups…
Sponsor: University Hospital Tuebingen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Family involvement in stroke rehab shows promise but study cut short
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether having a family member work closely with hospital staff could improve recovery for stroke survivors with spatial neglect—a condition where people ignore one side of their world. The study planned to include more people but was stopped early, so only 1…
Sponsor: Kessler Foundation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New tool aims to measure brain injury recovery confidence
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested a new questionnaire called the Brain Injury Self-Efficacy Scale to see how well it measures a person's confidence in managing challenges after a brain injury. Researchers compared it with other standard self-efficacy scales. The study involved 150 adults with a …
Sponsor: Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Drug interaction study for radiprodil halted early
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis early-stage study looked at how two common drugs (carbamazepine and itraconazole) change the levels of radiprodil in the blood of 30 healthy adults. The goal was to understand safety and dosing for future use in neurological conditions like tuberous sclerosis. However, the s…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: GRIN Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Rare disease mystery: scientists watch AMN progress in hopes of finding a cure
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study followed 65 adult men with a rare inherited nerve disease called AMN (a form of spastic paraplegia) to understand how their symptoms change over time. Researchers collected data on walking ability and quality of life. The goal was to fill gaps in knowledge about the di…
Sponsor: SwanBio Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Blood test may spare kids from unnecessary CT scans after head injury
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether measuring two proteins in the blood (S100B and copeptin) can help doctors decide if a child with a head injury needs a CT scan. Many children get CT scans that are normal, exposing them to radiation. The study enrolled 167 children aged 3 months to 15…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Tiny study probes why shoulder stiffness returns after birth nerve injury surgery
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at muscle samples from 7 children with brachial plexus birth palsy who had shoulder stiffness. Researchers wanted to understand why the shoulder gets stiff again after surgery, by checking for muscle wasting and scarring. The study was terminated early, so findi…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Smartphone app tracks suicide risk when starting antidepressants
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at why some people have more suicidal thoughts when they start or switch antidepressants. 38 adults with major depression used a smartphone app to rate their dark thoughts and mood daily for 30 days. The goal was to better understand and monitor this early risk …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Can an eHealth program help teachers support kids with ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study tested an online program called Teacher Help, designed to train teachers in evidence-based strategies for students with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, or learning disabilities. Teachers worked through six online sessions with support from school psychologists. The goa…
Sponsor: IWK Health Centre • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Gene therapy for krabbe disease: did it last?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study follows up on children with Krabbe disease who received a one-time gene therapy infusion (FBX-101) in earlier trials. Researchers will monitor safety and measure motor skills over time. Only 2 participants are enrolled, so results are very limited.
Sponsor: Forge Biologics, Inc • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:47 UTC