Disease by molecular mechanism
MONDO:7770011A grouping class for human diseases classified by their underlying molecular or pathophysiological mechanism, such as protein aggregation, ion channel dysfunction, or signal transduction disruption.
1826 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 2 tagged with Disease by molecular mechanism itself.
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Browse by category →Sub-types of Disease by molecular mechanism
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Tauopathy 24 trials · 1,190 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Alzheimer disease 1,184 trials Sub-types →
- Argyrophilic grain disease 0 trials
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Proteostasis deficiencies 1 trial · 559 incl. sub-types
4 sub-types
- Amyloidosis 133 trials · 322 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Synucleinopathy 18 trials · 237 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- TDP-43 proteinopathy 2 trials
- SQSTM1-related multisystem proteinopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
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RASopathy 9 trials · 100 incl. sub-types
4 sub-types
- Neurofibromatosis type 1 73 trials Sub-types →
- Noonan syndrome and Noonan-related syndrome 1 trial · 28 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Neurofibromatosis-Noonan syndrome 2 trials Sub-types →
- CBL-related disorder 1 trial
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Ciliopathy 2 trials · 49 incl. sub-types
36 sub-types
- Primary ciliary dyskinesia 34 trials Sub-types →
- Bardet-Biedl syndrome 6 trials · 7 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Nephronophthisis 1 4 trials
- CEP290-related ciliopathy 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Jeune syndrome 1 trial · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Joubert syndrome 2 trials Sub-types →
- KIF7-related ciliopathy 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Senior-Loken syndrome 1 trial · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Retinal ciliopathy 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Alstrom syndrome 1 trial
- BBS1-related ciliopathy 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- MKS1-related ciliopathy 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Meckel syndrome 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- OFD1-related ciliopathy 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- ARL6-related ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- Alsahan-Harris syndrome 0 trials
- BBS10-related ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- BBS12-related ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- BBS2-related ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- BBS4-related ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- BBS5-related ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- BBS7-related ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- BBS9-related ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- CEP164-related ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- CFAP418-related ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- IFT140-related recessive ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- INTU-related skeletal ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- LZTFL1-related ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- MKKS-related ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- Marden-Walker syndrome 0 trials
- SDCCAG8-related ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- TTC8-related ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- TUBB4B-related ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- WDPCP-related ciliopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- Ciliopathy-IFT74 0 trials Sub-types →
- Oculocerebrodental syndrome 0 trials
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Muscular channelopathy 0 trials · 19 incl. sub-types
12 sub-types
- Thomsen and Becker disease 9 trials Sub-types →
- RYR1-related myopathy 5 trials · 6 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Malignant hyperthermia of anesthesia 5 trials
- SCN4A-related channelopathy 1 trial · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Andersen-Tawil syndrome 0 trials
- CNGB3-related retinopathy 0 trials Sub-types →
- Isaac syndrome 0 trials
- Morvan syndrome 0 trials
- Neurological muscular channelopathy due to a genetic calcium channel defect 0 trials
- Neurological muscular channelopathy due to a genetic chloride channel defect 0 trials
- Neurological muscular channelopathy due to a genetic potassium channel defect 0 trials
- Neurological muscular channelopathy due to a genetic sodium channel defect 0 trials
Most studied deeper sub-types
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Can a single eye injection restore sight in genetic blindness?
Cure OngoingThis trial tests an experimental gene therapy called OCU400 in people with retinitis pigmentosa or Leber congenital amaurosis, which are inherited conditions that cause progressive vision loss and can lead to blindness. The therapy is given as a single injection into the eye, wit…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Ocugen • Aim: Cure
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a vaccine fight Alzheimer's? new trial begins
Vaccine OngoingThis early-stage study tests a vaccine called AV-1959D in 48 people with early Alzheimer's disease. The vaccine aims to train the immune system to target harmful amyloid plaques in the brain. The main goal is to check if the vaccine is safe and tolerable.
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Institute for Molecular Medicine • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Experimental Alzheimer's drug aims to lower brain 'Tangles' in Early-Stage patients
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a drug called NIO752 in 38 people with mild Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer's. The drug is given as one or two injections into the spinal fluid to see if it can lower levels of tau protein, a key marker of Alzheimer's damage.…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to stop brain bleeds in rare disease
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called ALN-APP in 200 adults with cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA), a condition that causes bleeding in the brain. The drug is given via spinal injection and aims to slow disease progression and reduce new brain bleeds. Participants will be …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Alnylam Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Vitamin-Like pill slow Alzheimer's? new trial seeks answers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether benfotiamine, a form of vitamin B1, can safely slow memory and thinking decline in people with early Alzheimer's. About 406 adults aged 50-89 with mild symptoms will take the drug or a placebo for up to 72 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in cognit…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising drug may shrink inoperable tumors in kids with rare genetic condition
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called selumetinib in children and young adults (ages 3-18) with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) who have nerve tumors that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink or slow the growth of these tumors. Participants take the dru…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for NF1 patients: drug shows promise against inoperable tumors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called selumetinib in adults with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) who have nerve tumors that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink these tumors or slow their growth. Participants take the drug twice daily and are monitored …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Alzheimer's drug aims to clear brain plaques
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called RO7126209 (Trontinemab) in people with early to moderate Alzheimer's disease. The drug is given by IV infusion and aims to reduce amyloid plaques in the brain, a hallmark of Alzheimer's. About 241 participants will receive either the d…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for tough childhood brain cancers
Disease control OngoingThis trial is testing whether adding hydroxychloroquine to two targeted cancer drugs (dabrafenib and trametinib) can help children and young adults with certain brain tumors that have come back or not responded to treatment. The study includes patients with specific genetic chang…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Pediatric Brain Tumor Consortium • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Alzheimer's drug enters early safety testing
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called RO7812653 in 50 people with early Alzheimer's disease. The main goal is to check if the drug is safe and how the body handles it. Participants receive a single dose injected into the spine and are closely monitored for side effects.
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New vaccine combo aims to slow Alzheimer's by targeting tau tangles
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests a vaccine called AADvac1, which targets tau tangles in the brain, a hallmark of Alzheimer's. It will be given alone or with another drug (donanemab) to 450 adults aged 50-80 with very early Alzheimer's. The goal is to see if this approach can reduce tau buildup a…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Paul S. Aisen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could brain pacemakers slow Alzheimer's? new trial tests DBS
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) can improve thinking and memory in people with early Alzheimer's disease. Two participants will have electrodes implanted in a brain area that produces a key chemical for memory. The goal is to see if daily, one-hour stimulati…
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a daily supplement slow early Alzheimer's memory decline?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis trial tests whether a dietary supplement called NVP-NK4146 can improve memory and thinking in older adults with mild cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer's disease. Participants aged 60 and older will take the supplement or a placebo twice daily for 36 weeks. Researchers wi…
Sponsor: NVP Healthcare • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood filter may clear the protein behind dialysis joint pain
Disease control PausedThis trial tests a device called Lixelle, which attaches to a standard dialysis machine to filter out beta-2 microglobulin, a protein that builds up in the blood of people on long-term dialysis and can cause painful joint and bone deposits. The study includes 40 adults on thrice-…
Sponsor: Kaneka Medical America LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Alzheimer's drug shows promise in Mid-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new medicine called ONO-2020 in 240 people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. The goal is to see if it can safely improve memory and thinking skills. Participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 26 weeks, and researchers will track side ef…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tame rare heart disease
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a drug combination including daratumumab for people with AL amyloidosis, a rare disease where abnormal proteins damage organs, especially the heart. The study has two groups: one gets the full combo right away, the other starts some drugs later. Researche…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Alzheimer's vaccine trial aims to stop brain protein buildup
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests a vaccine called JNJ-64042056 in 55 people with very early signs of Alzheimer's (no symptoms yet but tau buildup in the brain). The vaccine is designed to train the immune system to attack tau protein, which forms tangles in Alzheimer's. Participants rece…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Janssen Pharmaceutica N.V., Belgium • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Kids' brain tumor drugs tested for Long-Term safety
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 165 children who previously took dabrafenib and/or trametinib for certain brain tumors. Researchers want to see if these drugs are safe over the long term and how they affect growth. The children continue their treatment and are monitored for side effects and d…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new antibody slow Alzheimer's decline?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether an experimental drug called donanemab can slow the mental and functional decline seen in early Alzheimer's disease. Participants with mild symptoms receive either donanemab or a placebo via IV infusion, and researchers track changes in cognition and daily…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a low-fat meal ease stomach side effects of NF1 tumor drug?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether taking selumetinib with a low-fat meal reduces stomach problems in teenagers with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) who have tumors that cannot be removed by surgery. About 24 teens will take the drug under both fed and fasted conditions to compare drug l…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A virtual clinic for lewy body dementia: could telehealth break down barriers to care?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether delivering interdisciplinary care via video telehealth can improve access and satisfaction for people with Lewy body dementia (LBD) and their caregivers. Participants receive remote consultations with a team of specialists, including a neurologist, therap…
Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Soy supplement shows promise for aging brains and arteries
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a daily soy-based supplement called Equol can slow down stiffening of the arteries, small blood vessel damage in the brain, and memory decline. About 369 older adults (ages 65-85) will take Equol or a placebo for two years. Researchers will measure artery…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Akira Sekikawa • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug YA-101 aims to slow rare brain disease
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests the safety and effectiveness of YA-101, an oral drug, in 75 people with multiple system atrophy (MSA), a rare and progressive brain disorder. Participants will receive either YA-101 or a placebo twice daily for several weeks. The study will monitor side e…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Dasher Neuroscience Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for NF1 patients: targeted drug shrinks inoperable tumors in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called selumetinib in 32 Chinese children and adults with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) who have nerve tumors that cannot be surgically removed. The goal is to check the drug's safety and how well it works at shrinking these tumors. Participants take the …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Weekly shot may help short kids grow – new study underway
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new growth hormone medicine called somapacitan, given once a week, in 47 children who are very short due to being born small for gestational age, or having Turner syndrome, Noonan syndrome, or idiopathic short stature. The main goal is to see if it is safe and …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with NF1 brain tumors: targeted drug may beat chemo
Disease control OngoingThis study compares a targeted drug called selumetinib to standard chemotherapy (carboplatin/vincristine) in children aged 2 to 21 with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) and low-grade glioma, a type of brain tumor. The goal is to see if selumetinib works as well or better at control…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New granule drug could ease tumors in toddlers with NF1
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a granule (sprinkle) form of the drug selumetinib in children aged 1 to under 7 years who have neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) with painful, inoperable tumors. The goal is to find the right dose, check safety, and see if it shrinks tumors. About 36 children will t…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to slow Alzheimer's before symptoms worsen
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental daily pill (RO7269162) in 256 people who either have brain plaques but no symptoms, or have mild memory problems due to Alzheimer's. Participants take the pill or a placebo for about 1.5 years, with regular check-ups to monitor safety and brain ch…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody aims to strip away Heart-Clogging protein in fatal heart disease
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests an experimental drug called ALXN2220 in about 1,180 adults with transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM), a condition where abnormal protein builds up in the heart, causing heart failure. The drug is designed to remove those protein deposits. Partic…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could HIV drugs slow Alzheimer's? new safety trial begins
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether two HIV medications, emtricitabine and Descovy, are safe for people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), a condition that can lead to Alzheimer's. Researchers think these drugs might slow disease progression by blocking a process linked to Alzheimer's. A…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National University Hospital, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Synapse-Targeting drug slow Alzheimer's?
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called CT1812 in 540 people with early Alzheimer's disease. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo for 18 months. The goal is to see if CT1812 can slow declines in memory, thinking, and daily function. The study is active b…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Cognition Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody treatment aims to keep myeloma in check after transplant
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether daratumumab, an antibody that targets cancer cells, can improve outcomes for people with multiple myeloma after they receive a stem cell transplant. The study involves 31 participants and is currently active but not recruiting. The main goal is to…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill clear the toxic proteins behind Alzheimer's?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests an experimental drug called NPI-001 in people aged 50 to 85 with mild cognitive impairment or mild Alzheimer's disease. Participants take either the drug or a placebo as tablets twice daily for 12 months, with doses increasing over time. The study measures safety…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Arctic Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat amyloidosis
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a combination of three drugs—venetoclax, ixazomib, and dexamethasone—in 24 patients with light chain amyloidosis that has returned or not responded to prior treatment. The study focuses on finding the safest dose and checking side effects. All partici…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Alzheimer's drug OLX-07010 enters first human safety trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 1 study tests the safety of OLX-07010, a drug designed to stop tau proteins from clumping in the brain—a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will give single or multiple doses to 88 healthy adults and elderly volunteers to see how the body handles the drug and…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Oligomerix, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a targeted drug trio tame a rare amyloid disease?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether combining daratumumab, venetoclax, and dexamethasone can produce a deep and rapid response in people newly diagnosed with light-chain (AL) amyloidosis who carry a specific genetic marker called t(11;14). The study enrolls 36 participants and …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug stop inherited Alzheimer's in its tracks?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests lecanemab, an antibody that targets amyloid plaques in the brain, in 40 people who carry a gene mutation that causes early-onset Alzheimer's. Participants previously received another anti-amyloid drug and will now receive lecanemab to see if it can fully clear am…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to halt Alzheimer's in people with genetic mutation
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether two drugs, E2814 and lecanemab, can slow the progression of Alzheimer's in people who carry a gene mutation that causes the disease. About 197 participants will receive either the drugs or a placebo over 2 to 4 years. Researchers will measure changes in t…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can new drugs delay inherited Alzheimer's? major trial underway
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether experimental drugs can slow down memory and thinking problems in people who have a gene mutation that causes Alzheimer's disease. About 490 adults aged 18-80 with this genetic risk are taking either a study drug or a placebo. The goal is to see if the dru…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hope for lewy body dementia psychosis: new drug enters final testing phase
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests a drug called ACP-204 for treating psychosis (hallucinations or delusions) in people with Lewy body dementia. It is a 52-week open-label extension, meaning all 126 participants will receive the drug. The main goal is to check for side effects over the long term. …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Low-Dose immune calmer slow Alzheimer's decline?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether low-dose interleukin-2 (IL-2), an immune-modulating drug, can slow cognitive decline in people with early Alzheimer's disease. Forty participants will receive either IL-2 injections or a placebo for several months, and their cognitive function wil…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier St Anne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill xanamem aims to slow Alzheimer's decline
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a daily 10 mg pill called Xanamem can safely slow memory and function loss in people with mild or moderate Alzheimer's dementia. About 247 participants will receive either Xanamem or a placebo for 36 weeks, with an option to continue the drug for up to 10…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Actinogen Medical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Aggressive blood pressure control may fight Alzheimer's in the brain
Disease control OngoingThis study investigates whether intensively lowering systolic blood pressure with FDA-approved medications can reduce the buildup of amyloid and tau proteins in the brain—hallmarks of Alzheimer's disease. The trial enrolls adults aged 60-85 with high blood pressure who are cognit…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Rong Zhang • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug aims to curb brain bleeds in rare genetic disease
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug, NPI-001 (AT-001), in people with hereditary cystatin C amyloid angiopathy (HCCAA), a rare genetic condition that causes repeated brain bleeding and stroke. The trial includes about 15 participants aged 12 and older who carry the specific L68…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Arctic Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare blood disease: teclistamab trial targets AL amyloidosis
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called teclistamab in 30 people with AL amyloidosis, a rare disease where abnormal proteins damage organs. Participants have already had other treatments. The goal is to see if teclistamab can reduce or eliminate the harmful proteins in the blood. The stud…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: European Myeloma Network B.V. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with tough leukemia: targeted drug shows promise
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called trametinib in children with a rare blood cancer (juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia) that has returned or not responded to treatment. The drug works by blocking certain enzymes that help cancer cells grow. The goal is to see if it can shrink or contro…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a new drug slow Alzheimer's? large trial underway
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 study tests whether donanemab, an antibody given through an IV, can safely slow cognitive decline in 1500 people with early Alzheimer's. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo for up to 93 weeks. The main goal is to measure changes in thinking and daily fu…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody combo aims to tame rare blood disease
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether adding the drug isatuximab to standard chemotherapy can safely treat people with high-risk AL amyloidosis, a rare disease where abnormal proteins damage organs. Eleven participants will receive the combination to see if it reduces toxicity and…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at a rare Protein-Clogging disease
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new treatment called NXC-201 CAR-T for people with AL amyloidosis, a rare disease where abnormal proteins build up in organs. The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, modified to target and destroy the cells producing these proteins. The trial is open to …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Nexcella Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hope for rare brain disease: new drug trial targets MSA progression
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests an experimental drug called amlenetug in 401 people with multiple system atrophy (MSA), a rare and serious brain disorder. The goal is to see if the drug can slow the worsening of symptoms and improve survival. Participants receive either the drug or a pl…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: H. Lundbeck A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug duo aims to stop rare heart disease in its tracks
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2b trial tests whether adding ALXN2220 to eplontersen works better than eplontersen alone for adults with transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM), a condition where abnormal proteins build up in the heart. About 326 participants will receive either the combinati…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Alzheimer's drug shows promise in Early-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called PMN310 in people with early Alzheimer's disease. The goal is to see if it is safe and if it can reduce signs of the disease in the brain. About 144 participants will receive multiple doses of the drug or a placebo. This is an early-phase trial, …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: ProMis Neurosciences, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a single gene therapy injection slow Alzheimer's?
Disease control OngoingThis early study tests a gene therapy that delivers a protein called BDNF directly into the brain. The goal is to see if it is safe and can slow or prevent brain cell loss in people with early Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment. Only 12 participants will be enrolled in this…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Mark Tuszynski • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise for shrinking painful NF1 tumors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called mirdametinib in 114 adults and children with a genetic condition called NF1 that causes nerve tumors (plexiform neurofibromas) that cannot be removed by surgery and cause serious problems. The drug works by blocking a protein that helps tumors grow.…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: SpringWorks Therapeutics, Inc., a healthcare company of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug under the microscope: Real-World registry launches
Disease control By invitation onlyThis registry follows 735 people with mild Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment who are receiving an FDA-approved anti-amyloid drug (lecanemab) as part of their regular care. Researchers will track changes in memory, daily function, and caregiver needs over time to see how th…
Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat amyloidosis
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two drugs, venetoclax and dexamethasone, in people with a rare blood disorder called AL amyloidosis that has come back or not improved after treatment. The trial includes 53 adults with a specific genetic marker (t(11;14)). The goal is to find th…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Alzheimer's drug THN391 enters first patient trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called THN391 in 15 people with early Alzheimer's disease who also have small vessel disease in the brain. Participants receive three monthly IV infusions of either THN391 or a placebo. The main goal is to check safety and how the drug behave…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Therini Bio, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody could clear toxic proteins from organs in rare disease
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called CAEL-101 in 125 people with a rare disease called AL amyloidosis, where abnormal proteins build up in organs like the heart and kidneys. The drug is designed to remove those protein deposits. The goal is to see if it helps people live …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a cholesterol drug boost reading skills in kids with NF1?
Disease control OngoingThis study investigates whether combining the medication lovastatin with intensive reading tutoring can improve reading abilities in children and young adults (ages 8-20) with Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) who have reading disabilities. Participants first receive either lovastat…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a natural hormone rebuild brains in Alzheimer's?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether allopregnanolone, a natural hormone, can safely help repair the brain in people with early Alzheimer's disease. About 100 volunteers aged 55 to 80 will receive weekly infusions of the drug or a placebo for several months. Researchers will measure …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Arizona • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a spinal injection slow Alzheimer's? new trial underway
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 study tests an experimental drug called BIIB080 in people with mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia due to Alzheimer's disease. The drug is injected into the fluid around the spinal cord every 12 or 24 weeks. Researchers want to see if it can slow the worsening…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Biogen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare brain disorder: drug trial targets MSA
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called ONO-2808 in people with multiple system atrophy (MSA), a rare and serious brain disease. About 92 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo daily for up to 80 weeks. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and might help co…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare bleeding disorder: coagadex trial targets AL amyloidosis
Disease control CancelledThis phase 3 study tests Coagadex, a human clotting factor X, in 15 adults with acquired factor X deficiency caused by AL amyloidosis. The goal is to see if it safely stops active bleeding and helps manage bleeding during surgery. Participants receive the drug on demand for bleed…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Kedrion S.p.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to clear amyloid clumps and save hearts
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether CAEL-101, an antibody that removes abnormal protein deposits from organs, can help people with AL amyloidosis live longer and avoid heart-related hospital stays. About 281 participants who have not yet received treatment for their plasma cell diso…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New dosing strategy aims to make Alzheimer's drug safer and more effective
Disease control OngoingThis study tests different dosing schedules of the drug donanemab in about 1,175 people with early symptomatic Alzheimer's disease. The goal is to find a regimen that lowers brain amyloid plaques while reducing the risk of a side effect called ARIA-E (brain swelling or small blee…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a hormone drug slow Alzheimer's? LUCINDA trial tests idea
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether leuprolide (Eligard), a drug that lowers certain hormones, can slow memory and thinking decline in 180 women with mild Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment. All participants are already taking donepezil. The study compares leuprolide injection…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with resistant tumors: drug combo enters safety trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a combination of two drugs, avutometinib and defactinib, in children and young adults (ages 3 to 30) with advanced or recurrent solid tumors that have specific genetic changes. The main goal is to find the safest dose with the fewest side effects. The…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Weekly shot could replace daily needles for kids with growth disorders
Disease control OngoingThis study tests if a new growth hormone medicine (somapacitan) given once a week works as well as the standard daily growth hormone (Norditropin) for children who are very short due to being born small, or having Turner syndrome, Noonan syndrome, or unknown causes. About 412 chi…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Could stem cells slow a fatal brain disease?
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests whether a patient's own stem cells, injected into the spinal fluid, can slow the progression of multiple system atrophy (MSA), a rare and fatal brain disease. The study involves 71 adults aged 30-70 with early-stage MSA. Researchers will measure changes i…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could a common drug slow Alzheimer's? new study tests rapamycin
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether the drug rapamycin is safe and tolerable for older adults with mild memory problems or early Alzheimer's disease. About 40 participants will take rapamycin for 12 months while researchers monitor side effects and changes in memory and thinking. The goal i…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New drug shows promise for rare heart condition in chinese patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called eplontersen in Chinese adults with a heart condition caused by abnormal protein buildup. The goal is to see if the drug lowers that protein and is safe over time. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive the drug or a placebo for 24 weeks, …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can a new drug stop Alzheimer's before it starts? major trial underway
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an investigational drug called lecanemab in people aged 55-80 who have early signs of Alzheimer's-related brain changes but no memory problems yet. The goal is to see if the drug can slow cognitive decline and reduce amyloid buildup over about 4 years. Around 140…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eisai Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Can a drug stop amyloid damage after a heart transplant?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether the drug tafamidis can safely stop the progression of ATTR amyloidosis in people who have already received a heart transplant. About 25 stable patients will take tafamidis daily for 12 months. Researchers will measure changes in blood protein levels, nerv…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Experimental drug zervimesine made available to patients with lewy body dementia
Disease control Expanded access (ended)This expanded access program offers the experimental drug zervimesine (CT1812) to people aged 50 to 86 with mild-to-moderate dementia with Lewy bodies. Participants take one 100 mg pill daily for up to a year. The goal is to provide access to the drug and collect long-term safety…
Sponsor: Cognition Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug trial pulled before it even started
Disease control CancelledThis study aimed to test a drug called BAC in people with Alzheimer's disease or vascular dementia. The goal was to see if it could improve thinking and memory, and to check for side effects. However, the trial was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no results ar…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Botanicure Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Could buntanetap slow Alzheimer's? major trial underway
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a daily pill called buntanetap can help people with early Alzheimer's disease think more clearly and handle daily tasks better. About 760 adults aged 55-85 will take either the drug or a placebo for 18 months. Researchers will check memory, thinking, and …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Annovis Bio Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New pill may replace chemo for kids with brain tumors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called DAY101 (tovorafenib) against standard chemotherapy for children and young adults with a type of brain tumor called low-grade glioma that has a specific gene change (RAF alteration). The goal is to see if the new drug works better at shrinking tu…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Day One Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New hope for kids with tough brain tumors: targeted drug shows promise
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called selumetinib in children and young adults with low grade glioma that has come back or not responded to other treatments. The drug works by blocking certain enzymes that help tumor cells grow. The goal is to find the best dose and see if it can shrink…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New hope for amyloidosis patients: Long-Term safety study of AT-02 underway
Disease control OngoingThis study is for people with systemic amyloidosis, a disease where abnormal proteins build up in organs. It tests the long-term safety of an experimental drug called AT-02. About 120 adults will receive the drug and be monitored for side effects and how the drug behaves in the b…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Attralus, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New antibody therapy targets Hard-to-Treat AL amyloidosis
Disease control CancelledThis trial aimed to test an experimental drug called CM-336 for people with AL amyloidosis that has returned, not responded to treatment, or only partially responded after initial therapy. The drug works by helping the immune system attack and destroy harmful cells. However, the …
Sponsor: Institute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Cancer drug shows promise for rare blood vessel disorders
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests the drug trametinib in 45 people aged 2 months to 30 years with vascular anomalies caused by changes in the Ras/MAPK pathway. Participants take trametinib daily for up to 3 years. The study measures whether the drug shrinks lesions, improves quality of li…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a cancer drug shrink Children's brain tumors?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests the drug trametinib in children and young adults (ages 1 month to 25 years) with low-grade glioma or plexiform neurofibroma that has not responded to prior treatment. Participants take a daily oral dose for up to 18 cycles. The study aims to see if the dr…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: St. Justine's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Soaking away Alzheimer's? heat therapy trial targets blood sugar and brain health
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether regular warm-water baths can improve blood sugar control and brain energy use in healthy adults aged 65 and older who are at risk for Alzheimer's disease. Over 10 weeks, 60 participants will soak in warm water three times a week. Researchers will measure …
Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New drug eplontersen tested for Long-Term safety in heart disease patients
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study is checking the long-term safety of a drug called eplontersen in people with ATTR-CM, a heart condition caused by abnormal protein buildup. About 1400 adults who completed earlier studies will receive eplontersen injections. Researchers will monitor side effects, kidne…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Could young Athletes' plasma slow Alzheimer's? new study tests the idea
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether blood plasma from young, healthy, and very fit donors is safe and can help people with early Alzheimer's disease. Sixty patients aged 50-75 will receive monthly transfusions of either this 'exercise plasma' or a saltwater placebo over a year. Researchers …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Norwegian University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Could At-Home brain zaps and puzzles stave off memory loss?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a home-based program combining cognitive exercises (like puzzles) with mild brain stimulation can improve thinking and memory in older adults with mild cognitive impairment or late-life depression. About 40 participants will use the program at home with h…
Sponsor: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Hope for rare brain disease: new drug aims to slow MSA
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called Lu AF82422 in 64 people with multiple system atrophy (MSA), a rare and serious brain disease. The goal is to see if the drug can slow down the worsening of symptoms like movement problems and daily living difficulties. Participants rec…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: H. Lundbeck A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Could stem cells slow MSA? new trial tests safety and effects
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a person's own stem cells can be safely injected into the spinal fluid to treat multiple system atrophy (MSA), a rare and serious brain disease. About 30 adults aged 30-80 with MSA will receive the treatment. The main goal is to check for side effects, an…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Promising Alzheimer's drug lecanemab tested in 1,900 patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether lecanemab can slow memory and thinking decline in people with early Alzheimer's disease. About 1,900 participants received either the drug or a placebo for 18 months, followed by an open-label extension where everyone can get lecanemab. The main goal is t…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eisai Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Vitamin d Mega-Dose tested to fight memory loss in seniors
Disease control OngoingThis Phase II trial tests whether high-dose vitamin D (4,000 IU daily) can correct deficiency and slow cognitive decline better than standard doses in 180 older adults aged 65-90. Participants include those with normal thinking, mild impairment, or early Alzheimer's. The study la…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Can 'Zombie Cell' cleaners fight Alzheimer's? new trial tests idea
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether a combination of two drugs, dasatinib and quercetin, is safe and feasible for people with early-stage Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment. The drugs aim to clear aging 'senescent' cells that may contribute to brain damage. 48 participant…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New eczema drug shows promise in Mid-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether ATI-045 can safely reduce eczema symptoms like redness, itching, and skin patches in people with moderate-to-severe disease. About 110 adults who haven't had success with topical treatments will receive either the drug or a placebo. The main goal is to se…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Aclaris Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New hope for NF1 patients: drug trial targets painful tumors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests the drug selumetinib in adults with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) who have painful, inoperable nerve tumors called plexiform neurofibromas. About 145 participants will receive either selumetinib or a placebo to see if the drug can shrink the tumors and reduce pa…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can a food preservative boost brain power in Alzheimer's?
Disease control PausedThis study tests whether adding sodium benzoate (a common food preservative) to brain stimulation therapy can improve thinking and memory in people with early Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment. 140 participants will receive two weeks of brain stimulation and then 24 weeks …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Dance your way to a sharper mind: study tests best weekly dose for brain health
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at how often older adults (62+) who are worried about memory loss should take dance or music classes to boost brain health and physical fitness. Over 6 months, 165 participants will attend 1, 2, or 3 group classes per week. Researchers will measure changes in mem…
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New drug aims to help kids with rare genetic short stature grow taller
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called vosoritide in 56 children with short stature caused by certain genetic conditions. The drug targets the growth plate to help children grow faster. Participants are observed for 6 months, then treated with daily injections for 12 months to check safe…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Andrew Dauber • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New hope for AL amyloidosis patients who failed first-line therapy
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding daratumumab back to pomalidomide and dexamethasone can improve complete remission rates in 15 adults with relapsed or refractory AL amyloidosis who have already received daratumumab. Participants receive the three-drug combination to control the di…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Can deep sleep or nerve stimulation flush toxic proteins from the brain?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis Phase 2 trial tests whether a sleep-deepening drug (lower-sodium oxybate) or a nerve-stimulating device (non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation), or both, can help clear amyloid-beta protein from the brain in people with cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA). Sixty participants wi…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Leiden University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Vutrisiran shows promise for Long-Term control of rare heart condition
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study is for people with a rare heart condition called ATTR amyloidosis with cardiomyopathy, where abnormal protein builds up in the heart. It tests the long-term safety and effectiveness of a drug called vutrisiran, given as an injection every three months. About 700 adults…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Alnylam Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Experimental heart drug pulled before first patient enrolled
Disease control CancelledThis study aimed to test a monthly injection called ION-682884 in people with TTR amyloid cardiomyopathy, a condition where abnormal protein deposits damage the heart. Only patients who had already completed a 2-year study of a similar drug (inotersen) were eligible. The goal was…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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App-Based coaching aims to boost protein intake in seniors
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a smartphone app that coaches older adults to eat more protein can help them maintain muscle mass and strength. Researchers will enroll 140 participants who are open to changing their diet and using an app. The app provides personalized nutritional coachi…
Sponsor: Radboud University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Could a neck surgery slow Alzheimer's? new trial launches
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests a surgical procedure that aims to improve the brain's waste-clearing system in people with Alzheimer's disease. The surgery involves relieving pressure on lymphatic vessels in the neck and connecting a lymph node to a vein to help drain harmful proteins. Research…
Sponsor: Oriental Neurosurgery Evidence-Based-Study Team • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Olive oil byproduct may tame Alzheimer's inflammation
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether olive pomace oil, a type of olive oil, can lower brain inflammation in people with early-stage Alzheimer's. Researchers will give 40 Alzheimer's patients and 40 healthy adults meals containing either pomace oil or a different oil, then measure blood marke…
Sponsor: Spanish National Research Council • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Double attack on Alzheimer's: new drug combo targets tau and amyloid
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding a new drug called E2814 to the existing Alzheimer's drug lecanemab can better slow the disease in people with early Alzheimer's. The study involves 105 participants and will measure changes in tau protein levels in spinal fluid and bra…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Eisai Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Gene therapy trial targets rare brain disease
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a gene therapy called AAV2-GDNF for multiple system atrophy (MSA), a rare and serious brain disorder. Nine adults with MSA will receive either the gene therapy or a sham surgery. The main goal is to check safety, but researchers will also look for any…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Brain Neurotherapy Bio, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New strategy aims to tame common virus after stem cell transplants
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a modified plan to prevent and treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection in people with blood cancers who have had a donor stem cell transplant. CMV is a common virus that can cause serious problems after transplant. The study involves 153 participants and looks at w…
Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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App and coaching aim to boost health in rural kentucky
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a program that uses a smartphone app, an activity tracker, phone coaching, and rewards to help adults in rural Kentucky eat more fruits and vegetables, cut down on fat, get more exercise, and spend less time on screens. About 279 participants will use the app and…
Sponsor: Nancy Schoenberg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Could sound waves help Alzheimer's drugs work better?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether using focused ultrasound to temporarily open the blood-brain barrier can safely help standard antibody therapy reach the brain in people with mild Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment. About 15 participants will receive the combined treatment. The goa…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Ali Rezai • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Hope for rare heart disease: new drug aims to slow deadly protein clumps
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called vutrisiran in 655 adults with a rare heart condition caused by abnormal protein buildup (ATTR amyloidosis with cardiomyopathy). The drug is given as a shot every 3 months and aims to reduce deaths and heart-related hospital stays. The goal is to see…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Alnylam Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Second dose of experimental drug may help heart amyloidosis patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a second round of treatment with ALXN2220 is safe and can improve heart function in people with transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy, a condition where abnormal proteins build up in the heart. About 35 adults who previously received the drug will get it a…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Neurimmune AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Can a ginkgo pill protect the brain? new trial aims to find out
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a drug made from Ginkgo Biloba extract (Egb761) can lower a key Alzheimer's protein in the blood and improve thinking skills. Fifty adults with mild memory problems will take the drug twice daily for 6 months. The goal is to see if it can reduce brain dis…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hadassah Medical Organization • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New drug shows promise for Long-Term control of rare nerve disease
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at the long-term safety and effects of a drug called eplontersen in people with a rare inherited nerve disease called hATTR-PN. About 151 participants who completed earlier studies will receive regular injections of eplontersen. The goal is to see if the drug rem…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Could an HIV drug protect the aging brain?
Disease control OngoingThis pilot study tests whether lamivudine, an antiviral drug used for HIV, can lower levels of brain-damage-related proteins in the blood of people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) who also have early signs of Alzheimer's disease. Twenty-three participants will take lamivudin…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fundación FLS de Lucha Contra el Sida, las Enfermedades Infecciosas y la Promoción de la Salud y la Ciencia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Could a maintenance drug keep AL amyloidosis at bay?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether the oral chemotherapy drug ixazomib can help control AL amyloidosis after initial treatment. Seventeen adults with the disease will take ixazomib along with low-dose dexamethasone to see if it delays organ progression or the need for more the…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Can a pill stop sleep disorder from turning into Parkinson's?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether the drug idebenone can slow or prevent the progression of a sleep disorder called iRBD into Parkinson's disease or similar brain conditions. About 142 adults aged 40-75 with iRBD will receive either idebenone or a placebo for 5 years. Researchers will tra…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New hope for rare heart disease: experimental drug tested for long-term safety
Disease control OngoingThis study tests the long-term safety of an experimental drug called NNC6019-0001 in people with transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy, a rare heart disease that can lead to heart failure. All 80 participants have already completed an earlier study and will receive the drug every …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Could this injection delay Alzheimer's decline?
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 study tests an injected drug called remternetug against a placebo in 1,400 people with early Alzheimer's who are at risk for worsening memory and thinking. The goal is to see if the drug can delay or prevent meaningful decline in daily function. Participants may be i…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Gum treatment may help fight Alzheimer's, small trial hints
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether treating severe gum disease can slow down Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will give 26 people with both conditions deep dental cleaning, extractions if needed, and oral hygiene training. Over 24 months, they will track memory, thinking skills, and brain …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Liege • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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New Alzheimer's drug VY7523 enters human safety trials
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a new medicine called VY7523 in 52 people with early Alzheimer's disease. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and how it works in the brain. Some participants will get the drug, others a placebo, and the study lasts up to 12 months for the highest dose gr…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Voyager Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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New drug sabirnetug aims to slow Alzheimer's decline
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests whether sabirnetug, given as an IV infusion every four weeks, can slow cognitive and functional decline in people with early Alzheimer's disease. About 542 participants will receive either sabirnetug or a placebo. The main outcome is change in a combined …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Acumen Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Heart drug acoramidis tested for Long-Term safety in rare amyloidosis
Disease control OngoingThis study is checking the long-term safety of a drug called acoramidis in people with a rare heart condition called transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy. About 389 participants who finished a previous 30-month trial will take acoramidis twice daily for up to 5 years. Researchers…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eidos Therapeutics, a BridgeBio company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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New chemo formula aims to boost transplant success in blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new, more stable version of the chemotherapy drug melphalan in people with multiple myeloma or AL amyloidosis who are getting a stem cell transplant. The goal is to find the best dose that reaches a target level in the body, while possibly causing fewer side ef…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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New pill could slow Alzheimer's: major trial underway
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new medicine called AR1001 in people with early Alzheimer's disease. About 1,535 participants will take either the drug or a placebo for 52 weeks to see if it slows memory and thinking decline. The goal is to control the disease, not cure it, and researchers wi…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AriBio Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Can a pill boost brain blood flow in Alzheimer's? new trial aims to find out
Disease control By invitation onlyThis phase 2 trial tests whether an experimental drug called XBD173 can improve blood flow in the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease. About 51 participants will take the drug or a placebo for 28 days. Researchers will use MRI scans and blood tests to measure changes in bra…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Alzheimer's stem cell trial pulled before it even started
Disease control CancelledThis trial aimed to test the safety of giving four infusions of a patient's own fat-derived stem cells to people with early Alzheimer's disease. It was designed for adults aged 50-85 with mild cognitive impairment or early-stage Alzheimer's. However, the study was withdrawn befor…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Hope Biosciences LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Could a custom vaccine slow Alzheimer's? new trial begins
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a personalized vaccine (ALZN002) made from a patient's own immune cells, designed to train the body to attack amyloid plaques in the brain. Thirty people with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's will receive either the vaccine or a placebo. The main goal is …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Alzamend Neuro, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Can AI read fused PET and MRI scans to forecast survival in a rare heart disease?
Diagnosis By invitation onlyResearchers at Beijing Anzhen Hospital are studying whether a computer model that combines two types of heart scans can predict 12-month survival in people with light-chain cardiac amyloidosis, a condition where abnormal proteins stiffen the heart. The study enrolls 49 patients w…
Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new PET tracer light up brain inflammation?
Diagnosis OngoingThis trial tests an experimental imaging tracer called [11C]-CS1P1, which is designed to attach to a protein involved in brain inflammation. The study will first check the tracer's safety and how it moves through the body in healthy volunteers, then compare its signals in people …
Sponsor: Tammie L. S. Benzinger, MD, PhD • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI eye on the heart: new study aims to catch rare disease early
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis study will test if artificial intelligence (AI) can spot a rare heart condition called ATTR-CM in people with heart failure. Researchers will use AI to analyze electrocardiograms (ECGs) and echocardiograms (Echo) from 150 adults. The AI's findings will be checked against a s…
Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Skin, speech, and brain scans may unmask hidden neurodegeneration
Diagnosis OngoingThis study investigates whether a combination of skin biopsies, speech analysis, and ultra-high field 7T MRI can detect early signs of Parkinson's disease and dementia with Lewy bodies. It focuses on people with a specific type of REM sleep behavior disorder triggered by serotone…
Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New training program aims to catch rare heart disease earlier
Diagnosis OngoingThis study enrolls about 4,000 adults aged 60 and older with heart failure who are at high risk for ATTR amyloidosis, a rare disease that stiffens the heart. Doctors receive special training on how to spot and diagnose the condition using standard tests. The goal is to see if thi…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI reads brain scans to spot Parkinson's lookalikes
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests an AI tool called AIDP that analyzes MRI scans to help diagnose Parkinson's disease and two similar conditions (MSA and PSP). Researchers at 21 sites will compare the AI's diagnosis to that of movement disorder specialists. The goal is to see if the tool can impr…
Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart scan may spot hidden brain disease
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a special heart scan using a radioactive drug called 123I-MIBG can help identify Lewy body disease, a type of dementia that also affects movement and sleep. Researchers will compare scan results with clinical diagnoses in 50 people who have conditions lik…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI eyes hidden heart condition: could algorithms catch what doctors miss?
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is testing whether artificial intelligence can detect transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM), a serious and often underdiagnosed heart condition, earlier than usual. Researchers will use AI algorithms to analyze routine ECGs and heart ultrasounds from up to 1.5…
Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Your phone might spot Alzheimer's early
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests whether smartphone usage data can help tell the difference between normal memory complaints, mild cognitive decline, and Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will collect data from 90 participants' phones over three months. If it works, it could offer a simple, low-c…
Sponsor: Poitiers University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI eye on the heart: could a computer catch a rare, Often-Missed disease?
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis trial tests whether an artificial intelligence tool called EchoNet-LVH can help screen for cardiac amyloidosis, a rare but serious heart condition that is often misdiagnosed. The AI analyzes routine echocardiograms to flag suspicious patterns that might indicate the disease.…
Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common hand condition reveal hidden heart disease? new imaging trial investigates
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a radioactive tracer called 124I-evuzamitide can detect amyloid deposits in the heart and elsewhere in people aged 60 and older who have lumbar spinal stenosis or carpal tunnel syndrome. Participants will receive a single dose of the tracer and undergo a …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain scans track Alzheimer's clues over decades
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis study uses special brain scans (PET imaging) to measure amyloid buildup—a protein linked to Alzheimer's—in healthy older adults, people with mild memory problems, and those with dementia. Participants receive scans every 2-3 years for up to 20 years to see how amyloid change…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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IPad test could revolutionize dementia detection in underserved communities
Diagnosis OngoingThis large study tests whether a simple iPad-based cognitive test, called MyCog, can help primary care doctors detect early dementia and cognitive impairment in underserved communities. Over 57,000 older adults from 24 clinics will take the test during routine visits. The goal is…
Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could a simple tablet test and AI catch dementia years earlier?
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis study explores whether a self-administered digital test called eSAGE, combined with information from electronic health records and machine learning, can help detect early signs of cognitive impairment, including dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will analyze data…
Sponsor: Douglas Scharre • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New PET tracer aims to spot Alzheimer's plaques safely
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests a new radioactive tracer called Fluselenamyl for PET scans to detect beta-amyloid plaques in the brain, a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will check its safety and how well it works in 60 healthy volunteers and people with mild cognitive impairment o…
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New brain scan aims to spot Alzheimer's before symptoms worsen
Diagnosis CancelledThis study aimed to see if a special fMRI scan (fMRI-SAM) could help detect Alzheimer's disease early. Researchers planned to compare brain activity in 25 people with Alzheimer's, 25 with mild memory problems (MCI), and 60 healthy adults. The goal was to find differences that mig…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Could a diabetes drug help detect Alzheimer's early?
Diagnosis OngoingThis early-phase study tests whether a single injection of pramlintide, a diabetes drug, can temporarily increase levels of Alzheimer's-related proteins in the blood, potentially revealing early signs of the disease. Researchers will measure changes in beta-amyloid and tau protei…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Super-Sharp brain scanner could revolutionize diagnosis of dementia and cancer
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis study compares a new ultra-high resolution PET/CT scanner, the NeuroEXPLORER, with standard clinical PET/CT scanners for imaging the head and neck. Researchers aim to see if the new device provides more detailed images to improve diagnosis of conditions like dementia, Parkin…
Sponsor: prof. dr. Koen Van Laere • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Talk to your computer: could a chatbot detect Alzheimer's before you forget?
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis study is developing a web-based app that analyzes how you speak and remember things to quickly detect early cognitive problems like dementia or Alzheimer's. Researchers will enroll 500 people (healthy adults over 45 and those already diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment …
Sponsor: Faculty Hospital Kralovske Vinohrady • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Your phone could soon detect Alzheimer's: new app trial launches
Diagnosis OngoingStanford University is developing a mobile app that uses video of a simple physical test (the Short Physical Performance Battery) to assess physical and cognitive function in older adults. The study will collect video data from 30 healthy volunteers to train the app's AI. The goa…
Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New study explores blood, skin, and nasal swabs to spot Parkinson's early
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is looking for better ways to diagnose Parkinson's disease using samples that are easy to collect, like blood, skin, and nasal swabs. Researchers will compare these samples from 340 people, including those with Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and healthy volunteers. The goal…
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera di Perugia • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Brain scan study aims to sharpen diagnosis of Parkinson's and dementia
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis study uses a special brain scan called DaTscan to look at how certain brain diseases affect the brain. Researchers will scan 500 adults with conditions like Parkinson's disease, dementia, mild cognitive impairment, or REM sleep behavior disorder. The goal is to see if DaTsca…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Simple blood test could predict Alzheimer's brain changes years before symptoms
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is testing whether a blood test can identify people who have Alzheimer's-related brain changes, even if they have no memory problems. Researchers will enroll 2000 adults aged 50-80, some with risk factors like family history. The goal is to see if the blood test can ac…
Sponsor: Eisai Limited • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Simple blood test could catch hidden heart disease in seniors
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis study is testing a way to find cardiac amyloidosis—a rare but serious heart condition—earlier in people aged 65 and older. Researchers in Turkey will screen 800 patients at family medicine clinics using simple blood tests and medical history. The goal is to see if this appro…
Sponsor: Kotyora Family Medicine Health Management and Education Association • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Brain 'Firmness' test may spot Alzheimer's early
Diagnosis By invitation onlyResearchers at Mayo Clinic are testing whether measuring brain stiffness with a special MRI scan (magnetic resonance elastography) can serve as a new biomarker for Alzheimer's disease. The study will enroll 450 adults, including healthy volunteers, people with mild cognitive impa…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Algorithm aims to spot rare heart disease in medical records
Diagnosis CancelledThis study aimed to test a computer algorithm that uses insurance claims data to identify people with ATTR amyloidosis, a rare disease that affects the heart and nerves. Researchers planned to check how well the algorithm worked by reviewing medical records. However, the study wa…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:38 UTC
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Could interactive exercise at home be a weapon against Alzheimer's?
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether combining aerobic exercise with cognitive training, delivered via interactive 'exergames' at home, can help prevent Alzheimer's in older adults who have memory concerns but no diagnosed dementia. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an exergam…
Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain games may hold key to delaying dementia
Prevention OngoingThis trial tests whether a specific type of computerized cognitive training, called speed-of-processing training, can delay the onset of mild cognitive impairment or dementia in adults aged 65 and older. Participants will complete 45 sessions of either the training or a general c…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: University of South Florida • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pedal power: could indoor cycling delay Alzheimer's in At-Risk seniors?
Prevention OngoingThis study looks at whether long-term, high-intensity indoor cycling can slow or delay Alzheimer's-related brain changes in healthy older adults (ages 65-80) who carry the APOE ε4 gene, a known risk factor. Participants, who are currently inactive, will use a Peloton bike at home…
Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common diabetes drug ward off Alzheimer's?
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether metformin, a drug used for diabetes, can prevent Alzheimer's dementia in people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Over 18 months, 326 overweight adults aged 55-90 with MCI will receive either metformin or a placebo. Researchers will track memory, brai…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple 8-Week program keep your brain sharp?
Prevention OngoingThis study tests an 8-week group program called My Healthy Brain for adults aged 50 and older who have memory concerns but not dementia. The program teaches about lifestyle factors like exercise, sleep, and diet that may help prevent dementia. Researchers want to see if the progr…
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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MIND diet may shield stroke survivors from dementia
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether following the MIND diet for 2 to 3 years can slow cognitive decline and reduce dementia risk in people aged 55 and older who have had an ischemic stroke. The MIND diet combines elements of the Mediterranean and DASH diets, with extra emphasis on leafy gre…
Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Shocking news: brain zaps may ward off dementia
Prevention OngoingThis 7-year study tests whether a combination of mild electrical brain stimulation (tDCS) and computer-based memory exercises can slow mental decline and prevent Alzheimer's dementia. It involves 375 older adults with mild cognitive impairment or depression (both risk factors for…
Sponsor: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Could a monthly shot stop Alzheimer's before it starts? major trial underway.
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether donanemab, a monthly infusion, can delay or prevent memory and thinking problems in people who have early signs of Alzheimer's disease but no symptoms yet. About 3000 participants with a positive blood test for Alzheimer's-related proteins are being follo…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Could a common drug stop Alzheimer's before it starts?
Prevention OngoingThis study looks at whether memantine, a drug already used for Alzheimer's symptoms, might help prevent the disease in people at high risk. Researchers are testing it in 32 adults aged 50 to 65 who have a family history of dementia and carry the ApoE4 gene. The main goal is to se…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Virginia • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Can a website help you outsmart dementia? new trial tests 'Small Steps' for seniors
Prevention OngoingThis study tests a website called 'Small Steps' that helps people aged 65 and older make small changes to their daily routines—like sitting less, moving more, and sleeping better—to reduce dementia risk. 88 participants will be split into two groups and followed for 36 weeks. The…
Sponsor: University of South Australia • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:28 UTC
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Hope for Alzheimer's agitation: new drug enters final testing
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether masupirdine, a daily tablet, can safely reduce agitation in people with Alzheimer's dementia. About 375 participants will receive either masupirdine or a placebo. The main goal is to see if the drug improves agitation symptoms, which can include aggressio…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Suven Life Sciences Limited • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a supplement combo recharge Alzheimer's brains?
Symptom relief OngoingResearchers at Baylor College of Medicine are testing whether a supplement combination called GlyNAC can improve brain energy use and reduce inflammation in people with Alzheimer's disease. The trial enrolls 52 adults aged 55 to 85 who have progressive memory loss and amyloid pla…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Live music may soothe Alzheimer's patients and caregivers, yale study hints
Symptom relief OngoingThis study from Yale University will test whether listening to live music can reduce anxiety and improve brain activity in people with early Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or mild cognitive impairment, along with their caregivers. Sixty pairs (patient and caregiver) will attend b…
Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to stop the dizziness of standing up
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a new drug called CST-3056 in 12 adults with neurogenic orthostatic hypotension (a sharp drop in blood pressure when standing) caused by Parkinson's disease or pure autonomic failure. The goal is to see if the drug can improve blood pressure and reduce symptoms l…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: CuraSen Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sound wave therapy aims to spark memory in early Alzheimer's
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a non-invasive technique called Low Intensity Focused Ultrasound Pulsation (LIFUP) to see if it can safely increase brain activity and improve memory in people with mild cognitive impairment or mild Alzheimer's disease. Participants will receive ultrasound to a k…
Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New app aims to ease cancer symptoms for rural patients
Symptom relief PausedThis study tests a telemedicine program called FOCUS that helps advanced cancer patients manage common symptoms like trouble sleeping, worry, tiredness, and low mood. The program uses counseling techniques delivered through a phone app. Researchers will enroll 120 adults with adv…
Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smartphone app aims to ease burden for hispanic dementia caregivers
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a mobile telehealth app called Brain CareNotes designed to help unpaid Hispanic caregivers manage challenging behaviors in people with Alzheimer's or related dementias. The app offers coaching and tools to handle symptoms like agitation or wandering. Researchers …
Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can specially crafted music soothe the anxious mind in Alzheimer's?
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study explores whether a type of improvised music, designed with calming sound parameters, can reduce anxiety in people with Alzheimer's disease and in healthy adults. Researchers will measure changes in anxiety scores, blood pressure, and heart rate before and after listeni…
Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Alzheimer's psychosis: Long-Term drug trial underway
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study is testing the long-term safety of a drug called ML007C-MA for people with Alzheimer's disease who also have hallucinations and delusions. About 210 adults who completed a previous study will take the drug twice daily for up to 52 weeks. The goal is to see if the drug …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: MapLight Therapeutics • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program focuses on strengths, not deficits, to help dementia patients and caregivers
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests an 8-week program that helps people with mild dementia and their caregivers identify and use their strengths. The program includes workshops and a biography activity led by trained volunteers. Researchers will measure changes in thinking skills and caregiver conf…
Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to ease distress for dementia residents in assisted living
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a program called FPCI-AL that helps staff in assisted living communities interact more positively with residents who have dementia. Researchers will work with staff for several months to improve care interactions. The goal is to reduce residents' behavioral sympt…
Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Zapping the brain to boost memory and mood in Alzheimer's
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests a non-invasive technique called temporal interference stimulation (TIS) that uses weak electrical fields to target deep brain areas involved in memory and emotion. Researchers will give two weeks of TIS to people with Alzheimer's disease who also have depression,…
Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Door-Through-Door rides: a new way to help Alzheimer's patients keep appointments?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a rideshare service where drivers are specially trained to assist older adults, including those with Alzheimer's or memory problems. The drivers help riders from door to door, even handing them off to clinic staff. The goal is to see if this service reduces misse…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Onward Health, Inc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sunlight therapy shows promise for Alzheimer's sleep problems
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looked at whether sunlight exposure therapy could improve sleep problems in people with Alzheimer's disease. Sixty participants with mild Alzheimer's and sleep issues received a health education plan on sun exposure and were followed for 14 days. The goal was to see if…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a cancer drug combo slow Alzheimer's?
Symptom relief OngoingThis early-stage study tests whether two drugs, dasatinib and quercetin, are safe and practical for people with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease. The drugs aim to clear aging cells that may contribute to brain decline. Twenty participants aged 55 and older will be…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a zapping cap help Alzheimer's patients remember?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a safe, painless brain stimulation technique called tDCS can improve verbal learning in people with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will compare active stimulation to a sham (fake) version in 90 participants with typical or language-based Alzheimer's. Th…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New website aims to lighten load for dementia caregivers
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests a website tool called WeCareToFeedDysphagia to see if it reduces stress and burden for people caring for older adults with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias who also have trouble swallowing. About 800 caregivers will be split into two groups: one gets acce…
Sponsor: Northwell Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a nighttime sound machine help fight Alzheimer's?
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a device that plays brief, soft sounds during deep sleep can enhance brain wave activity in people with mild cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer's disease. Participants use the device at home each night for three months, with an optional three-month ext…
Sponsor: Bitbrain • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New web program aims to ease burden for dementia caregivers
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests a web-based support program called Hospital GamePlan4Care for caregivers of veterans with dementia who are discharged from skilled nursing facilities to home. Fifty-five caregivers will receive either the program (website, emails, and phone coaching) or basic hea…
Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Light therapy wearables could ease Alzheimer's sleep troubles
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a wearable light device can help improve sleep and daily rhythms in people with Alzheimer's who have sleep problems. Researchers will also use activity trackers and blood tests to better understand the disease. About 162 participants will try the light th…
Sponsor: China Medical University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Music on autopilot: could it calm Alzheimer's agitation?
Symptom relief CancelledThis study planned to test whether automated music therapy could help manage agitation and sleep problems in people with severe Alzheimer's living in nursing homes. An actigraph would detect sleep issues and trigger music sessions automatically. The trial was withdrawn before any…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Serious games tested as Cost-Effective therapy for Alzheimer's
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether special video games (serious games) that combine physical and mental exercises are a good value for managing Alzheimer's disease. About 136 people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's will either play these games with a therapist or receive usual care. Re…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Laser zaps NF1 skin bumps in small trial
Symptom relief PausedThis study tests whether monthly alexandrite laser treatments can safely shrink or improve the look of skin tumors in adults with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1). Ten participants will receive up to six monthly laser sessions, with some areas treated with cooling and others withou…
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Can olive oil and turmeric help NF1 skin tumors?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether taking a special olive oil (high in a compound called oleocanthal) along with curcumin (the active part of turmeric) is safe and might help shrink skin tumors in adults with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1). About 23 participants take the supplements twice …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New study aims to ease caregiver stress through smart matching
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a new way to match dementia caregivers with each other for emotional support using a computer algorithm. Researchers want to see if matching based on personal preferences leads to better satisfaction and less stress than random matching. About 355 caregivers of p…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Can flickering lights and tones slow Alzheimer's? MIT trial begins
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether using a device that delivers light and sound stimulation for 60 minutes each day is safe and practical for people with mild Alzheimer's. Fifteen participants will use the device at home for 6 to 9 months. The main goals are to see if people can stick with…
Sponsor: Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Could flickering lights and tones boost brain function in Alzheimer's?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a headset that delivers flashing lights and clicking sounds at 40 times per second (40 Hz) for one hour daily. Researchers want to see if this stimulation improves visual processing and thinking in 20 people aged 60+ with Alzheimer's disease. Participants will ha…
Sponsor: University of Tennessee Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New nerve patch could ease pain after biopsy
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a biodegradable tube that is placed over a cut nerve during a leg biopsy. The goal is to see if it is safe and reduces common side effects like pain, redness, and swelling. Twenty adults with various nerve conditions are taking part, and half will get the tube wh…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Zapping the brain to boost Alzheimer's Patients' mobility and memory
Symptom relief OngoingThis pilot study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS could improve cognitive and motor functions in older adults with mild Alzheimer's disease living in supportive housing. Eleven participants received either real or sham stimulation over 10 sess…
Sponsor: Hebrew SeniorLife • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New online course could ease the burden on dementia caregivers
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a 6-week online program called Learning Skills Together for family caregivers of people with Alzheimer's or related dementias. The program includes weekly group discussions and a workbook covering topics like communication, medication management, and home safety.…
Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Zapping the brain to boost memory in Alzheimer's?
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests a new, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called Temporal Interference Stimulation (TIS) in 40 people with early-stage Alzheimer's. Participants receive either real or sham stimulation for 2 weeks. Researchers will check if it improves thinking and memory r…
Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Brain zaps may boost memory in those at risk for Alzheimer's
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called paired associative stimulation (PAS) can improve memory and thinking in 150 older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), a condition that often leads to Alzheimer's. Participants receive daily sessio…
Sponsor: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can a simple light reduce night falls in dementia patients?
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests whether special lights placed over doorways can help reduce nighttime falls in assisted living residents with Alzheimer's or related dementias. The lights are low-intensity and outline the bathroom or entry door, providing visual cues to improve balance. Research…
Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Fat-Dissolving drug may shrink NF1 skin tumors
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis early-stage trial tests whether monthly injections of Kybella (a drug that dissolves fat) can safely shrink skin tumors in people with Neurofibromatosis Type 1. Up to 15 adults will receive up to 6 monthly treatments, and researchers will compare treated and untreated tumors…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New care pathway aims to tame agitation in Alzheimer's without overmedicating
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a structured care pathway for treating agitation and aggression in people with Alzheimer's disease. The pathway combines personalized activities with medication guidelines to reduce symptoms and avoid using too many drugs. Researchers will compare this approach t…
Sponsor: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Can a light cap slow Alzheimer's? new trial tests it
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether shining near-infrared light on the head (a device called NirsCure) can safely help people with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. 38 participants will either get real light or a sham treatment for 16 weeks, then everyone can get the real light for up t…
Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Digital memory notebook aims to boost daily life for seniors with mild cognitive issues
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests a tablet-based app called the Digital Memory Notebook (DMN) to help older adults with mild memory problems or early Alzheimer's manage everyday tasks like appointments and medications. Twenty participants will learn to use the app over six weekly sessions, then c…
Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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CBD spray calms Alzheimer's anxiety? early trial hints at relief
Symptom relief OngoingThis small, early-stage study tested a high-CBD, low-THC liquid spray for 8 weeks in 12 older adults with mild cognitive impairment or mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's who also had significant anxiety or agitation. The goal was to see if the treatment could reduce these behavioral sy…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Mclean Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Nurse-Led video care may ease daily life for rare Parkinson's forms
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a home-based telenursing program, led by a specialist nurse, can improve quality of life and reduce complications like falls for people with atypical parkinsonism (MSA or PSP). About 164 participants will receive proactive and reactive remote monitoring a…
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Could magnetic pulses sharpen memory in early Alzheimer's?
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called theta-burst stimulation (TBS) can improve cognitive function in people diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer's disease (before age 65). Seventy participants will receive TBS to a specific brain area, and re…
Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Peer support trial aims to ease the heavy burden on lewy body dementia caregivers
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a 12-week program called PERSEVERE for 502 family caregivers of people with Lewy body dementia (LBD). Caregivers are matched with a trained peer mentor who guides them through lessons on LBD and provides support. The goal is to see if this reduces caregiver strai…
Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Memory tricks tested to sharpen aging brains
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests if learning memory techniques (like mnemonics) can improve thinking and memory in adults over 50 who have mild memory concerns. 80 participants will either take memory training or just get information. The goal is to see if training helps and if benefits last up …
Sponsor: University of Milano Bicocca • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Online support groups and telemedicine aim to ease Parkinson's and dementia burden
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether online community support and telemedicine can improve quality of life for people with Parkinson's disease, Lewy body dementia, and related conditions, as well as their caregivers. About 632 participants will receive palliative care training for their d…
Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Metaverse therapy: could virtual cooking and escape rooms heal the brain?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a set of virtual reality exergames in the Metaverse to help people with neurological conditions like multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, stroke, and traumatic brain injury improve their cognitive skills. 25 participants will try games like virtual cooking an…
Sponsor: Istituto per la Ricerca e l'Innovazione Biomedica • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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ER coaching for dementia patients could cut hospital returns
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether coaching for people with dementia and their caregivers can improve care and reduce future emergency room visits. About 19,200 participants aged 66 and older with Alzheimer's or related dementias will receive different combinations of support after an ER v…
Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Can nurse coaching ease Dementia's toll on families?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether monthly nurse-led coaching sessions over a year can help people with mild cognitive impairment or dementia and their caregivers. Researchers will track symptoms, quality of life, and how well care plans are documented. The goal is to improve supportive ca…
Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New Drain-Clearing device could make Post-Surgery recovery smoother
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis Mayo Clinic study tests a new device designed to clear fluid and debris from surgical drain tubes more effectively than the current method of using fingers. The trial will enroll 500 adults who have abdominal surgery with Jackson-Pratt drains. Nurses will rate how easy the d…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Clean air trial hopes to ease breathing for rare lung disease patients
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study is testing whether using HEPA air purifiers at home can reduce respiratory symptoms and improve lung function in children and adults with Cystic Fibrosis (CF) or Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD). Participants will have two purifiers installed in their home and will und…
Sponsor: University of Cyprus • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Could a light helmet boost brain power in dementia?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether wearing a special helmet that shines near-infrared light on the head can help brain cells work better and protect themselves. About 100 people with early to mid-stage dementia will wear the helmet regularly for 8 weeks. Researchers will check memory, thin…
Sponsor: Baylor Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Virtual reality brings back memories to ease Alzheimer's symptoms
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether virtual reality (VR) reminiscence therapy can reduce behavioral problems and improve quality of life in 50 nursing home residents with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. Participants will use VR to explore familiar heritage sites, aiming to trigger pos…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Brain cap trial: patients test electromagnetic wave device for Alzheimer's and Parkinson's
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study is testing a device called MemorEM, which is a cap that sends low-level electromagnetic waves to the head. The goal is to get feedback from 1,000 patients with neurological diseases like Alzheimer's or Parkinson's, and their caregivers, on how easy the device is to use…
Sponsor: eQ8Health Corporation d/b/a CareONE Concierge • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New program aims to ease burden on families of kids with rare diseases
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests a program called FACE-Rare, designed to support family caregivers of children with rare, life-limiting diseases. The program includes three sessions to help families prepare for future medical decisions and improve their quality of life. Researchers will compare …
Sponsor: Children's National Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New catheter cap could make dialysis more comfortable
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a new device called the Catheter Caps Case (C3) for dialysis patients. The goal is to see if it is more comfortable and easier to use than the usual gauze and tape. Ten adults with a dialysis catheter will try the device for 15 minutes, and researchers will measu…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Could Baker's yeast help your digestion? new study tests a Gut-Friendly supplement
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether a daily supplement made from baker's yeast can improve digestion and reduce gut symptoms in healthy adults aged 50 to 99. Participants take 15 grams of the supplement each day and report any changes in how their stomach feels. The goal is to see if t…
Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Sleep hormone may boost fertility in women with low egg reserve
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether taking melatonin for 4 weeks before egg retrieval can improve egg quality and pregnancy rates in women with diminished ovarian reserve (low egg supply). The trial involves 64 women undergoing ICSI (a type of IVF). Half receive melatonin, half a placebo, a…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Benha University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Could a magnetic helmet boost memory in early Alzheimer's?
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis small study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called theta burst stimulation (TBS) can improve thinking and memory in people with early-stage Alzheimer's disease. Six participants will receive either real TBS or a sham (fake) treatment to see if the re…
Sponsor: HealthPartners Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Sound waves for sharper minds: ultrasound trial targets sleep and memory in Alzheimer's risk
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests a new, non-invasive treatment using low-intensity ultrasound to stimulate a deep brain area (the hippocampus) in older adults with mild memory and sleep problems. The goal is to see if it safely improves sleep quality and thinking skills. Twenty participants aged…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Light beams to the brain: a new hope for Alzheimer's?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a new, non-invasive treatment called transcranial photobiomodulation (t-PBM) for people with mild cognitive impairment or early Alzheimer's disease. 196 participants aged 65-85 will receive either real or fake light therapy to the forehead for 8 weeks. The goal i…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Rhythm and connection: music therapy shows promise for dementia patients and caregivers
Symptom relief OngoingThis study explores whether a simple music activity—tapping along to rhythms together—can improve social attention and feelings of closeness in people with frontotemporal dementia or Alzheimer's disease, and their caregivers. Eighty patient-caregiver pairs will participate in a c…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New drug aims to reduce pain and fatigue after stem cell transplant in older patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a drug called siltuximab can reduce symptoms like weakness, fatigue, nausea, and pain after a stem cell transplant in patients aged 60-75 with multiple myeloma or AL amyloidosis. The drug blocks a protein linked to inflammation, which may help patients re…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Light therapy shows promise for Alzheimer's prevention
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests if shining a special near-infrared light on the head and through the nose can improve memory and brain function in older adults at risk for Alzheimer's disease. The treatment, called photobiomodulation, is low-risk and aims to boost brain cell energy. 168 partici…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Could a Head-Zap and online therapy slow speech loss?
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests whether combining speech therapy with a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) can help people with primary progressive aphasia (PPA) communicate better. Ten participants will receive treatment at home via video calls. The goal is to see if this approach is fe…
Sponsor: University of Texas at Austin • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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AI-Powered brain zaps aim to boost memory in Alzheimer's
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests a personalized brain stimulation device (tACS) for older adults with mild cognitive impairment or mild Alzheimer's. The device uses AI to tailor the stimulation based on each person's brain scans. About 460 participants will join to see if it safely improves memo…
Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Dignity in design: new garment aims to ease dementia incontinence care
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a specially designed garment for elderly dementia patients who have incontinence and often remove their protective pads. The goal is to see if a more dignified, comfortable garment can improve satisfaction for patients and caregivers. Forty participants will be r…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 19:06 UTC
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New pill aims to stop dangerous blood pressure drops in rare brain disease
Symptom relief OngoingThis phase 3 study tests a drug called ampreloxetine for people with multiple system atrophy (MSA) who experience dizziness and fainting due to low blood pressure when standing. About 102 adults with MSA will take the drug for 20 weeks, then some will switch to placebo to see if …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Theravance Biopharma • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:24 UTC
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10-Year NF1 study aims to unlock secrets of rare genetic disorder
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis natural history study follows 259 children, adolescents, and adults with Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) for up to 10 years. Researchers will track tumor growth, monitor quality of life, and perform genetic testing to better understand how the disease changes over time. The g…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to ease dementia care decisions for african american families
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study develops and tests a decision-making program designed specifically for African American adult daughters who make healthcare choices for their parents with dementia. The program focuses on communication, problem-solving, and understanding the healthcare system, all whil…
Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new questionnaire capture life with hereditary amyloidosis?
Knowledge-focused CancelledResearchers in Argentina are developing and testing a self-administered questionnaire to measure how hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis affects patients' physical, emotional, and social quality of life. The study includes input from neurologists, a cardiologist, a psychologist,…
Sponsor: Hospital General de Niños Pedro de Elizalde • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can wearable sensors and walking tests reliably track nerve damage?
Knowledge-focused OngoingResearchers are checking whether tests of muscle strength, walking, balance, and fine motor skills give consistent results in people with polyneuropathy. About 520 adults with various forms of nerve damage, plus healthy volunteers, take part. Participants complete physical tests,…
Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks Alzheimer's Patients' choices on staying home vs. care facilities
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study follows 285 older adults with Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment to learn how they make decisions about aging in place or moving to long-term care. Researchers will track planning and preferences over time. No treatment or intervention is being tested.
Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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100,000 volunteers join digital brain health study to catch dementia early
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis observational study will enroll 100,000 people over age 45 to track early signs of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's using smartphone-based tests, genetic data, and brain scans. Researchers aim to develop better ways to identify who is at risk before symptoms worsen. Participants …
Sponsor: Greece 2021 Committee • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test could spot hidden tumors in NF1 patients
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study aims to find blood-based biomarkers that signal the presence and size of plexiform neurofibromas in people with Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1). Researchers will collect blood samples and use whole-body MRI to compare biomarker levels in 200 participants with different …
Sponsor: Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Alzheimer's imaging showdown: which tracer is better?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study compares two different radioactive tracers used in PET scans to measure tau tangles in the brain, a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will scan over 800 participants with either Flortaucipir or MK-6240 to see how well they work over time. The goal is to harm…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Tharick Pascoal • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to help older dialysis patients manage falls, memory, and daily tasks
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis pilot study tests a program that screens older dialysis patients for common age-related problems like falls, memory trouble, and medication issues. A geriatrics team then gives personalized recommendations to the dialysis clinic. The goal is to see if this approach is practi…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A new roadmap to predict Alzheimer's before memory fails
Knowledge-focused OngoingResearchers are testing whether combining genetic data, blood or brain biomarkers, and detailed thinking and memory tests can better predict who might develop Alzheimer's disease. The study follows 200 adults with either mild memory complaints or early cognitive decline over two …
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test could spot rare nerve tumors years earlier in NF1 patients
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study is testing whether a blood test (liquid biopsy) can detect a rare but serious nerve tumor called MPNST earlier than current methods in adults with Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). Researchers will compare the timing of tumor detection by the blood test versus standard i…
Sponsor: David Miller • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive Alzheimer's study aims to unlock secrets of memory loss
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study follows 1,500 volunteers with normal memory, mild cognitive impairment, or Alzheimer's over several years. Researchers use brain scans, memory tests, and blood samples to track how the disease progresses. The goal is to find better ways to diagnose and treat Alzheimer'…
Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sniffing out Parkinson's: new study uses nose, blood, and urine to catch disease early
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to find early markers of Parkinson's disease, multiple system atrophy, and Lewy body dementia by analyzing samples from the nose, blood, and urine. Researchers will compare results from 180 people with these conditions and healthy volunteers. The goal is to improv…
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New registry tracks how ATTR-CM patients are treated in daily practice
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is a disease registry that collects information from routine medical care of about 350 adults diagnosed with transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM) in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Malaysia. Researchers will look at patient characteristics, treatments received, and ho…
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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High-Altitude living linked to fatal brain disorder in massive study
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study follows 20,000 healthy Chinese adults aged 40-75 living at various altitudes to see if chronic low oxygen levels increase the risk of multiple system atrophy (MSA), a rare and fatal brain disease. Participants undergo checkups and overnight oxygen monitoring, then are …
Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks Long-Term safety of NF1 drug in kids
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study monitors the safety of selumetinib in children aged 3 to 18 with neurofibromatosis type 1 and symptomatic, inoperable plexiform neurofibromas. Researchers will track potential side effects on the heart, bones, muscles, liver, eyes, and puberty. The goal is to better un…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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German health data reveals how rare heart condition affects patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses anonymous health insurance records from Germany to learn more about a rare heart condition called ATTR-CM, where abnormal protein builds up in the heart. Researchers will look at survival rates, hospital visits, and how common the disease is. No new treatments are…
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple blood test predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms?
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis observational study follows up to 3,000 people who were previously screened for anti-amyloid Alzheimer's prevention trials but did not qualify based on amyloid levels. Over about 6 years, researchers will track changes in blood biomarkers, brain amyloid (via PET imaging), an…
Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your heart hold the key to Alzheimer's prevention?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 1,000 adults aged 50 and older to see how the health of their heart and blood vessels relates to early signs of Alzheimer's disease and brain aging. Researchers will use brain scans, memory tests, and blood or spinal fluid samples to look for connections betwee…
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your brain help unlock Alzheimer's secrets?
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis program collects brain and other tissue samples from adults, including healthy individuals and those with memory disorders, to support research on Alzheimer's disease. Participants are typically enrolled in affiliated studies or approved on a case-by-case basis. The goal is …
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood marker may predict nerve damage onset in rare genetic disease
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis observational study is looking at a protein called neurofilament light chain (NfL) in the blood of people who carry a gene variant for hereditary ATTR amyloidosis, both those without symptoms and those with nerve damage. Researchers want to see if NfL levels can help detect …
Sponsor: Alnylam Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain scans could unlock the hidden timeline of Alzheimer's
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study uses PET imaging to measure two key proteins in the brain—amyloid and tau—that are hallmarks of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will follow 120 participants over five years, including people with normal aging, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia, to see how these …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Patrick Lao • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a brain disease change behavior years before diagnosis?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study investigates whether people with neurodegenerative diseases—like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, or ALS—show changes in behavior, social circumstances, or health before and after their diagnosis. Researchers will compare the records of over 61,000 patients with those of matc…
Sponsor: Kuopio University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene Editing's lasting impact: a Long-Term look at NTLA-2001
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study follows people who previously received NTLA-2001, an experimental gene-editing therapy, for a type of amyloidosis that can affect nerves or the heart. The goal is to monitor long-term safety and see if the therapy's effects on disease markers persist over time. Partici…
Sponsor: Intellia Therapeutics • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Major study aims to unlock mysteries of Early-Onset Alzheimer's
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 850 people aged 40-64 with early-onset cognitive impairment to understand how Alzheimer's disease progresses. Participants undergo cognitive tests, brain scans, and genetic analysis, but no experimental treatment is given. The goal is to gather data that could …
Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks Real-World safety of TEGSEDI for rare nerve disease
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 240 patients with hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis with polyneuropathy (hATTR-PN) to monitor the long-term safety of the drug TEGSEDI. Researchers will compare patients who have taken TEGSEDI with those who have not, focusing on side effects like low platel…
Sponsor: Akcea Therapeutics • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain scan study tracks why Parkinson's patients fall and forget
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 125 people with Parkinson's disease or related conditions over two years. Researchers use special brain scans to measure changes in a chemical called acetylcholine, which is linked to walking problems, falls, and thinking skills. The goal is to understand how t…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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PET scans probe link between brain inflammation and Alzheimer's damage
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses advanced PET scans to investigate how brain inflammation and tau protein buildup affect synaptic density in people with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will compare Alzheimer's patients to healthy controls over two years, tracking changes in these brain markers. …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier St Anne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to help dementia caregivers weather disasters
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a program called Disaster PrepWise for caregivers of people with dementia. The program uses trained volunteers to help caregivers create emergency plans and build support networks. Researchers will measure whether the program improves caregivers' resilience and r…
Sponsor: Sato Ashida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain health study tests personalized coaching for memory decline prevention
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether giving older adults (ages 60-79) personalized advice and extra support helps them follow brain-healthy habits like a Mediterranean diet, exercise, and staying socially active. Participants have mild memory concerns or are at risk for cognitive decline.…
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New web tool aids dementia patients in sharing End-of-Life wishes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing a web-based platform called LEAD that helps people in the early stages of Alzheimer's or dementia talk about and document their end-of-life care preferences. The goal is to make it easier for them and their care partners to feel confident in making future me…
Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cream test reveals how Alzheimer's risk gene alters Brain's response to fat
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study investigates how a single high-fat meal (heavy cream) changes blood flow in the brain, and whether this effect differs based on a person's APOE gene variant — a known risk factor for Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will measure brain blood flow using MRI before and tw…
Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists decode gait signatures to spot brain diseases
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study examines walking patterns in people with Parkinson's disease and similar neurological conditions, as well as healthy volunteers. Researchers aim to identify unique 'gait signatures'—speed-dependent measures of walking—that could help distinguish between different disor…
Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Micro-Camera could spot early lung damage in cystic fibrosis
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing a tiny camera called micro OCT that can take detailed pictures of cells inside the lungs and nose. Researchers want to see if it works well in people with cystic fibrosis and other lung conditions. The goal is to eventually use this imaging to detect early d…
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New PET scan could reveal hidden heart scarring in rare disease
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tested whether a special PET imaging probe called [68Ga]CBP8 can measure scarring (fibrosis) in the hearts of people with cardiac amyloidosis, a rare condition where abnormal proteins build up in the heart. Researchers compared 18 participants with cardiac amyloidosis …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Alzheimer's gut study pulled before it even started
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study aimed to see if Alzheimer's disease affects the nerves in the gut, similar to what happens in Parkinson's disease. Researchers planned to take extra colon biopsies during routine colonoscopies from people with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and healthy individuals to compar…
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Can a One-Page guide spark better End-of-Life talks for dementia patients?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a short guide called the 'Jumpstart Guide' to help doctors have better conversations with dementia patients and their families about healthcare goals. Over 1,800 patients and their caregivers are taking part. Researchers will compare whether those whose doctors u…
Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Alzheimer's risk test results: what happens when you find out?
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at how adults at risk for Alzheimer's disease react after learning their amyloid and tau biomarker test results. Researchers will track changes in distress, stigma, quality of life, and future planning over time. The goal is to understand the psychological and be…
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues to diagnose Parkinson's earlier
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to identify biomarkers—biological clues in the body—that can help distinguish between Parkinson's disease and similar conditions like progressive supranuclear palsy and multiple system atrophy. Researchers will follow people with early-stage parkinsonism and healt…
Sponsor: Non-profit organization for scientific research in Parkinson's disease and related disorders • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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AI and wearables join forces to uncover Dementia's hidden clues
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study investigates how genetic, lifestyle, and biological factors relate to memory and thinking problems in people over 60 with Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, or mild cognitive impairment. Researchers will use brain scans, spinal fluid and blood tests, and data fr…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele Roma • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New brain scan study aims to uncover dementia clues in african americans
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study uses a special PET scan to look at tau protein buildup in the brains of African Americans who are either cognitively normal or have dementia. Researchers hope to learn how these brain changes differ across racial groups. The study involves 240 participants and uses a t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Radioactive tracer reveals tau tangles in Alzheimer's brains
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study tests a new radioactive compound called F 18 T807 that lights up tau tangles in the brain during a PET scan. Researchers want to see if the amount of tau relates to memory and thinking problems in people with a rare, inherited form of Alzheimer's disease. About 130 adu…
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New brain scan tracks Alzheimer's protein in real time
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study uses a radioactive tracer called [18F]MK-6240 to take detailed pictures of tau protein clumps in the brain, a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will scan 200 people from families with a rare genetic form of Alzheimer's to see how tau buildup changes over tim…
Sponsor: Tammie L. S. Benzinger, MD, PhD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can we finally spot CTE before death? new study hopes to find out
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study is trying to find ways to diagnose chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in living people. Right now, CTE can only be confirmed after death. Researchers will study 350 former college and professional football players, using memory tests and other biomarkers. The goal …
Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Brain scan study aims to spot Alzheimer's years early
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 640 adults with normal cognition, mild cognitive impairment, or Alzheimer's disease to track brain changes over time. Researchers use advanced brain scans and genetic tests to understand how Alzheimer's develops. The goal is to find better ways to diagnose and …
Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New imaging study probes brain inflammation in dementia
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study uses special PET/CT scans to measure inflammation in the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease or Lewy body dementia. Researchers want to see if brain inflammation is linked to memory decline and other dementia symptoms. The study also tests a new radioactive trace…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Val Lowe • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Brain scans reveal diabetes link to cognitive decline in rare disease
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether diabetes or blood sugar problems can worsen thinking and memory issues in people with myotonic dystrophy type 1. Researchers will use MRI brain scans and thinking tests over 4 years to track changes. The goal is to understand why some patients have mor…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Fixing sleep may calm Alzheimer's-Related mood swings, study hints
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether improving sleep through cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT-I) can reduce neuropsychiatric symptoms like anxiety, depression, and agitation in 150 older adults with mild cognitive impairment or early Alzheimer's. Participants are randomly assigned to CBT…
Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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At-Home blood test for Alzheimer's risk studied in seniors
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at whether adults aged 65 and older with memory concerns can collect a small blood sample at home to check for Alzheimer's disease risk. Participants will use a simple device to draw blood, mail it to a lab, and get results from a doctor over video. The goal is t…
Sponsor: University of Virginia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Smart home tech could spot early dementia signs
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis Stanford study is testing whether non-intrusive sensors placed in the home can automatically track neuropsychiatric symptoms like mood changes and agitation in older adults. Researchers will enroll 25 participants with or at risk of mild cognitive impairment or dementia, alo…
Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Sleep disorder study could pave way for Parkinson's prevention
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study enrolls 500 adults with a sleep condition called REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD), which often leads to Parkinson's disease or related brain disorders. Researchers will track symptoms like thinking, movement, and smell to develop a rating scale. The goal is to prepare…
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Scientists probe Brain's immune system to unlock secrets of memory loss
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at how thinking, memory, and movement change in older adults with conditions like dementia or Parkinson's disease. Researchers will use tests, brain scans, and lab samples to find clues for earlier diagnosis and better care. About 260 people, including healthy vo…
Sponsor: Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genes that spark brain inflammation in Alzheimer's
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how certain genes influence the activity of immune cells in the brain, called microglia, in people with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will use a special PET scan to measure these cells in about 107 older adults, some with mild memory problems or Alzheimer's…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Dialysis vein mystery: researchers hunt for clues to prevent blockages
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 96 people with end-stage kidney disease who need a brachiocephalic fistula for dialysis. Researchers collect data from exams, blood tests, and imaging to track changes in the vein over time. The goal is to learn what causes cephalic arch stenosis, a common narr…
Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New brain scan method could spot Alzheimer's sooner
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing a new way to analyze MRI brain scans, called Cortical Disarray Measurement (CDM), to see if it can help diagnose Alzheimer's disease more accurately. Researchers will follow 400 people with mild memory or thinking problems over time, comparing CDM results wi…
Sponsor: University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New PET tracers tested to spot Alzheimer's tau tangles
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests three new imaging agents (18F-RO948, 18F-MK6240, and 18F-GTP1) to see how well they detect tau protein buildup in the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease compared to healthy older adults. About 38 participants aged 50-100 will receive PET scans to compare t…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Can new sensors improve dialysis monitoring in the ICU?
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at whether advanced monitoring devices can accurately measure blood thickness (hematocrit) and oxygen levels during continuous dialysis in critically ill patients with acute kidney injury or end-stage kidney failure. About 30 adults in the intensive care unit wil…
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Scientists probe Brain's 'Early Warning' spot for Alzheimer's
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at a small part of the brain called the locus coeruleus, which may be one of the first areas damaged in Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will use brain scans, eye tracking, and a mild nerve stimulation device to measure how this area affects attention and memory …
Sponsor: Cornell University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Pedaling through dialysis: could High-Intensity cycling shield hearts?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether high-intensity cycling during hemodialysis can protect the heart from damage that dialysis sometimes causes. Fifteen adults on dialysis will exercise at different intensities during their sessions. Researchers will use echocardiograms to measure heart …
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Your income and social life may predict brain health, study finds
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at how things like social support, income, and health habits are linked to mental health and brain diseases such as depression, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's. Researchers will collect surveys, blood samples, and optional brain scans from over 1,300 adults in Europ…
Sponsor: Fundació Institut de Recerca de l'Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can't smell or hear? study links sensory loss to brain decline over 5 years
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 100 people aged 60-85 with mild memory or movement problems to see if losing smell, hearing, or balance speeds up cognitive decline. Researchers will test these senses and track thinking skills and quality of life for 5 years. The goal is to understand which se…
Sponsor: University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Study on video calls for Alzheimer's caregivers pulled before starting
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study was designed to test whether scheduled video calls with a nurse could help family members who make medical decisions for hospitalized older adults with Alzheimer's or similar cognitive issues. The goal was to improve communication and reduce anxiety and depression. How…
Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New tool aims to protect rights of those with memory loss
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is creating a simple test to check if people with Alzheimer's or similar conditions can understand and agree to medical decisions. Researchers will work with 100-150 participants to compare the new test with existing methods and look at brain scans and blood markers. T…
Sponsor: Ludwig-Maximilians - University of Munich • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New imaging method could reveal hidden inflammation in Alzheimer's brains
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses special PET scans to look for signs of inflammation in the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease or mild cognitive impairment, compared to healthy volunteers. Nine participants will receive an investigational radioactive tracer called [18F]NOS, and some may al…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Zapping the brain to calm dementia agitation
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study explores how non-invasive brain stimulation can help understand and treat agitation in people with Alzheimer's and mixed dementia. Researchers will use transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and electroencephalography (EEG) to study brain activity, and test whether tr…
Sponsor: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New study observes patients getting nasal stem cell therapy for brain conditions
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis observational study follows 36 people with neurologic conditions like traumatic brain injury, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, or Alzheimer's who are already receiving intranasal MuSE stem cell or exosome therapy as part of their routine care. Researchers track safety and…
Sponsor: Healing Hope International • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Can precision medicine outsmart Alzheimer's? new registry aims to find out
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study is creating a registry of 452 adults with a family history of Alzheimer's or early memory problems. Researchers will track their health, blood markers, and thinking skills over time to see if personalized care plans can help prevent or treat the disease. The goal is to…
Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Could your sleep habits predict Alzheimer's? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how age-related sleep changes and sleep apnea might increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will use brain scans and overnight sleep tests in 158 healthy adults aged 55-75 to measure amyloid buildup and sleep patterns over two years. The goal is …
Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Nuts vs. disease: Million-Person study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at data from 1 million adults worldwide to see if eating nuts is linked to a lower risk of diseases like diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and dementia. Researchers will combine information from many past studies to get clearer answers. The goal is to understand i…
Sponsor: Institut Investigacio Sanitaria Pere Virgili • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Brain scans may reveal how lewy body dementia progresses
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study follows 135 people with Lewy body dementia over up to 5 years, using special PET scans to measure brain changes linked to memory and thinking decline. Researchers hope to find imaging markers that show how the disease progresses. Participants will have regular tests an…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Kejal Kantarci • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Study probes Patients' minds, not their tumors
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how older adults (65+) with cancer understand their illness and what they value in life before and after a major operation. Researchers will interview 100 patients to learn about their awareness, expectations, and decision-making. No new drug or treatment is b…
Sponsor: Tomas Bata Hospital, Czech Republic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Tiny vein study could unlock blood pressure mystery in rare disease
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how the body's automatic nervous system controls blood flow in abdominal veins and how that might lead to high blood pressure in people with Multiple System Atrophy (MSA). Researchers will measure vein responses in about 16 participants aged 40-80 who have MSA…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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500 seniors join 5-Year quest to unlock secrets of healthy aging
Knowledge-focused OngoingThe ALOHA study is a community-based research project for adults aged 50 and older in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area. Over five years, participants receive annual health assessments—including physical and cognitive tests—and get a personalized 'Health Passport'…
Sponsor: Marymount University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Should you know your Alzheimer's odds? new study weighs the impact
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at what happens when healthy older adults learn their personal five-year risk of developing Alzheimer's dementia. Researchers are giving 450 participants their risk estimates at different times and tracking changes in mood, thinking, and distress. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Hidden seizures in early Alzheimer's? new study uses 48-Hour brain monitor
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses a portable 48-hour EEG monitor to check for hidden seizures in people with early-onset Alzheimer's disease (ages 40-64). Researchers want to learn how common seizures and epilepsy are in this group. The study involves 20 participants and is purely observational, m…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Can a simple screening stop elder abuse in dementia care?
Knowledge-focused PausedThis study aims to test a risk assessment screening and a caregiver coaching program to prevent elder abuse in people with dementia. Researchers will compare caregivers who receive the screening and coaching to those who do not, looking at stress, depression, and anxiety. The goa…
Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Massive brain study aims to unlock secrets of dementia
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis long-term study uses yearly brain scans, genetic tests, and thinking/memory assessments to track changes in nearly 1,800 people with various dementias (like Alzheimer's and vascular dementia) and over 140 healthy older adults. The goal is to better diagnose, monitor, and eve…
Sponsor: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Cheap eye scan could reveal Alzheimer's early
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study is testing a new, low-cost eye scanner to see if it can take clear pictures of the retina, the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye. Researchers will compare images from this device with those from a standard, expensive scanner. They will also measure the thick…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Dementia caregiver tracking study pulled before it began
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study was designed to see if a tracking system called Care Companion could help family caregivers of people with dementia who are at risk of wandering. The study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no results are available. It would have asked caregivers …
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Can a simple blood test unlock secrets of Alzheimer's and depression?
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study is analyzing blood samples from 1,799 people with Alzheimer's, dementia, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or Parkinson's disease. Researchers want to see if certain substances in the blood can help doctors diagnose and manage these conditions more accuratel…
Sponsor: Fundació Institut de Recerca de l'Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New registry tracks Alzheimer's patients to improve care
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study is a registry that collects information from about 2,000 people with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will track how the disease progresses and how treatments work in real-world settings. The goal is to better understand Alzheimer's and imp…
Sponsor: CorEvitas • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Can a smartphone app help heart patients take the right amount of meds?
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a phone app called StudyU can help people with heart failure reach their recommended beta blocker dose. Five adults aged 65 and older with heart failure will use the app to track their medication. The goal is to see if the app is practical and acceptable …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Dementia prevention web study pulled before it even started
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study aimed to see if an online lesson could improve people's knowledge and healthy habits for preventing dementia. It planned to enroll Canadians aged 16 and older without dementia, giving some the prevention lesson and others a different topic. However, the study was withd…
Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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New study sees if Real-World data can track Lecanemab's impact on families
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study will test whether it's possible to create a registry for people with Alzheimer's who are receiving lecanemab infusions, along with their care partners. Researchers want to see if they can collect information on quality of life and caregiver burden in a real-world clini…
Sponsor: HealthPartners Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New study aims to predict cancer risk in NF1 patients before it strikes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 80 people with Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) who are at high risk for developing malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors (MPNST). Researchers will use yearly whole-body MRI scans, blood samples, and checkups to track changes in nerve lesions over time. The go…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Join the brain health registry and help fight Alzheimer's from home
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThe Brain Health Registry is an online project that collects information about memory, mood, sleep, diet, and exercise from adults over 18. Participants also take simple cognitive tests online. The goal is to build a large database to speed up research into brain diseases like Al…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Trauma ICU survivors: new study tracks hidden brain decline
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 432 adults who were in the ICU after a traumatic injury or burn. Researchers want to see if and why patients develop long-term problems with memory, thinking, and daily function. By tracking cognitive skills and inflammation over time, they hope to uncover link…
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Bronx database sheds light on underdiagnosed heart condition in women and minorities
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study creates a database of 476 patients in the Bronx who were tested for transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM), a serious and often missed heart condition. Researchers collected health records, imaging results, and outcomes like hospitalizations and deaths. The goa…
Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Heart check: do Nerve-Targeting drugs also shield the heart in rare amyloidosis?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 20 adults with hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis (ATTRv) who have both nerve and heart involvement. They are treated with patisiran or vutrisiran for two years. Researchers use MRI scans and questionnaires to see how the drugs affect heart structure and func…
Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Massive brain chart project aims to spot Alzheimer's and MS earlier
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study will collect brain scans from over 10,000 healthy people in China to create standard brain charts. These charts will show what a normal brain looks like at different ages. Doctors can then compare a patient's brain scan to these charts to help diagnose diseases like mu…
Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Scientists hunt for early Alzheimer's warning signs in brain scans
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study uses a special brain scan to measure amyloid protein buildup in 800 people already enrolled in an Alzheimer's research center. The goal is to understand when amyloid starts accumulating and how fast it builds up, which could reveal a window for early treatment. Partici…
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New SPECT method could reveal hidden heart issues in amyloidosis patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at 50 people with TTR amyloid cardiomyopathy, a condition where abnormal proteins build up in the heart. Researchers want to see if a special SPECT scan can measure blood flow in the heart's tiny vessels, which may be impaired even without blocked arteries. Parti…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional d'Orléans • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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School air check: study ties pollutants to Kids' asthma
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study monitors indoor air quality in 500 French schoolchildren's classrooms, measuring pollutants like chemicals, allergens, and microbes. Researchers will track asthma and allergy symptoms using questionnaires and lung function tests. The goal is to understand how combinati…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Can volunteer training ease the burden of dementia?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThe PorchLight Project tests whether training senior volunteers can improve care for people with memory loss or Alzheimer's disease. Over 340 volunteers and clients in Minnesota are taking part. The training includes online modules, a course, and monthly check-ins. Researchers wi…
Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Blood test aimed to speed up Alzheimer's diagnosis, but study was canceled
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study planned to see if using a special blood test (PrecivityAD2) could help doctors diagnose Alzheimer's disease or other dementias more quickly. It was designed for veterans and people in other closed healthcare systems who had memory problems. However, the study was withd…
Sponsor: C2N Diagnostics • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Scientists probe brain synapses to unlock secrets of mental illness
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at brain tissue and lab-grown nerve cells from people with schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, frontotemporal dementia, and Alzheimer's. Researchers want to find out how problems with synapses—the connections between brain cells—differ in these condition…
Sponsor: Fundació Institut de Recerca de l'Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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500,000 volunteers sought for Alzheimer's Gene-Matching research
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis program aims to enroll up to 500,000 people aged 50-90 in the U.S. who are interested in Alzheimer's research. Participants provide basic health information and consent to genetic testing (APOE) without receiving their results. Their genetic profile is then used to match the…
Sponsor: Banner Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Scientists watch MSA progress in real time to unlock clues
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 90 people with Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), a rare brain disease, for 12 months. Researchers measure changes in movement, thinking, brain scans, and blood markers to better understand how the disease progresses. The goal is to gather information, not to test …
Sponsor: H. Lundbeck A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Can shedding pounds sharpen your mind? huge study investigates
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at how weight-loss (bariatric) surgery might change memory and thinking skills in people with obesity who also have cognitive decline. Researchers will test memory and thinking before and after surgery in up to 9,500 participants. The goal is to understand if los…
Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Eye test could reveal hidden brain changes years before Alzheimer's symptoms
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study uses a safe, painless eye scan called OCT to look at support cells (glia) in the retina, which is part of the brain. Researchers want to see if these cells work differently in people with early signs of Alzheimer's compared to those without. If they find a difference, …
Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New brain scan study targets Alzheimer's in african american seniors
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses a special brain scan called Tau PET to look at a protein linked to Alzheimer's disease in healthy older African Americans. Researchers want to learn how this protein builds up and relates to memory changes over time. The goal is to better understand early signs of…
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Frailty may speed decline in Alzheimer's patients, new study suggests
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study follows 130 older adults with mild to moderate Alzheimer's for up to 5 years to see if frailty (weakness, slow walking, exhaustion, weight loss, low activity) leads to faster loss of daily living skills. Participants are tested at the start and after one year, with lon…
Sponsor: Aalborg University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Global PCD data pool aims to unlock secrets of rare lung disease
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study collects medical information from 3400 people with primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) around the world. Researchers will look at symptoms, lung function, growth, and test results to better understand how the disease affects people over time. The goal is to learn more abo…
Sponsor: University of Bern • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Blood test for dementia put to the test in 3,000-Patient study
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study is testing whether simple blood tests can accurately diagnose dementia in everyday clinic settings. Over 3,000 people aged 45 and older with memory problems will give blood samples and answer questionnaires. Researchers will check how reliable and acceptable these bloo…
Sponsor: University of Oxford • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Mayo clinic launches major brain disease tracking study
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study aims to learn more about diseases that affect the brain, such as Parkinson's disease and different types of dementia. Researchers will follow 500 adults with symptoms of these conditions over time, using brain scans and genetic tests to see how the diseases progress. T…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Brain scans track tau changes after Alzheimer's antibody treatment
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study uses special brain scans (tau PET) to see how anti-amyloid immunotherapy affects tau protein buildup in people with mild Alzheimer's disease. About 135 participants will get two tau PET scans—one before starting treatment and another 12-18 months after finishing it. Th…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Kidney disease linked to faster memory loss, new study aims to find out why
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 600 people with and without chronic kidney disease (CKD) for up to four years to compare how often memory loss, confusion, and daily activity problems occur. Researchers will also look for risk factors that make thinking and memory worse in CKD patients. Partic…
Sponsor: Anne Murray • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Could your sex change how Alzheimer's shows up in your blood?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses blood samples and health data from over 13,000 older adults to see if Alzheimer's-related blood markers differ between men and women. Researchers aim to create a sex-specific risk score that could help predict the disease earlier and personalize future treatments.…
Sponsor: Anne Murray • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New brain tests aim to sharpen Alzheimer's prevention research
Knowledge-focused PausedThis study involves 400 healthy adults aged 60-85 to test new computerized measures of thinking and daily function. Participants are randomly assigned to take either the new tests or standard tests over one year. The goal is to see if the new tests are better at detecting changes…
Sponsor: New York State Psychiatric Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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No treatment, just tracking: new study reveals true cost of early Alzheimer's
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 1,400 people with early-stage Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment to understand how the disease affects healthcare costs and daily life over time. Participants are not given any experimental treatment. The goal is to gather information for research purpose…
Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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500 NF1 patients join study to track skin tumors over 5 years
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 500 people with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) to see how their skin tumors (called cutaneous neurofibromas) grow and change over time. Researchers use 3D whole-body photography to track tumor number and size each year. The goal is to better understand these tu…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Your phone could detect Alzheimer's before you know it
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing whether smartphones and wearable devices can detect early signs of Alzheimer's disease better than traditional questionnaires. Researchers will follow 3,500 people with and without memory problems to see if digital tools can spot subtle changes in daily acti…
Sponsor: Altoida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Gene therapy AB-1005: how safe is it years later?
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study follows 132 people with Parkinson's disease or multiple system atrophy who previously received the gene therapy AB-1005. Researchers will track safety and how well the treatment works over the long term. No new treatments are given; it's purely observational.
Sponsor: AskBio Inc • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Genetic clues to childhood obesity: study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at the genes of 1000 people with severe early-onset obesity to find rare genetic causes. It focuses on conditions like Bardet-Biedl syndrome. The goal is to better understand these conditions and improve how they are diagnosed. Participants provide a blood or sal…
Sponsor: Rolfs Consulting und Verwaltungs-GmbH (RCV) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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New registry to monitor growth hormone treatment in kids with rare condition
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study is a registry that will follow up to 221 children with Noonan Syndrome who are already taking or starting Norditropin® for short stature. Researchers will collect information on growth, side effects, and quality of life over time. No new treatment is being tested—the g…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Can chatting about End-of-Life care in groups make a difference?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether group visits in primary care can help adults aged 70 and older complete advance care planning documents, like living wills. About 516 participants will either join two 2-hour group discussions or receive mailed resources. The goal is to see if the grou…
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Brain scans reveal hidden vascular clues in early Alzheimer's
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses MRI scans to track how blood vessels in the brain change over time in people with early Alzheimer's disease and healthy volunteers. Researchers aim to understand if reduced blood vessel reactivity is an early sign of dementia. The study involves 120 participants a…
Sponsor: Leiden University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:27 UTC
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Monthly MRI reveals hidden brain bleeding patterns in elderly
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses monthly MRI scans to closely watch brain changes in 75 people with cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA), a condition common in older adults that can cause bleeding and strokes. Researchers aim to understand how small bleeds and silent strokes develop over time. Parti…
Sponsor: Martin Dichgans • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:35 UTC