COGNITION

This study tests whether giving tranexamic acid before major gastrointestinal surgery can lower the chance of delirium (sudden confusion) after the operation. Delirium is common in older or frail patients and may be caused by inflammation harming the brain. The trial involves 826…

This study tests whether a digital platform called ToBrainHealth can help people aged 40-75 adopt and stick to brain-healthy habits like exercise, better sleep, and social activities. 120 volunteers will be split into three groups: one gets general advice, another gets personaliz…

This study looks at whether smelling rosemary essential oil can help healthy adults think more clearly and remember better. About 63 participants will either inhale rosemary oil or a placebo, then take memory and attention tests. The goal is to see if this simple, natural approac…

This study looks at whether partnered dance aerobic exercise can improve movement and thinking in people with Parkinson's disease. About 82 participants will take part, focusing on reducing 'OFF-time' when medications don't work well. The approach combines aerobic exercise with c…

This study looks at whether watching a virtual reality (VR) video of what happens during electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) can reduce anxiety and improve understanding for first-time patients. About 64 adults will be randomly assigned to either a VR experience or a standard talk wi…

This small study looks at whether whey protein supplements can increase antioxidant levels in the brain and improve physical function, body composition, and thinking skills in older adults who are starting to become frail. Twenty pre-frail volunteers aged 65 to 85 will take whey …

This study tests whether adding specific cognitive training to balance and gait exercises helps people with Parkinson's disease improve their walking, balance, and thinking. Fourteen participants with mild to moderate Parkinson's will undergo 12 training sessions. The goal is to …

This study tests a 12-session personalized program for adults aged 65+ who have fallen at least once in the past year. The program combines balance exercises, home safety tips, and activities that matter to each person. Researchers will measure improvements in balance, walking, a…

This study tests whether a special computer-based brain training program can improve memory and thinking in older adults (60+) who have type 2 diabetes and are at high risk for dementia. 120 participants will be randomly assigned to either the adaptive training or a placebo versi…

This study translates a scale that measures how thinking problems affect daily life in people with Parkinson's disease into Turkish. Researchers will check if the Turkish version is accurate and reliable by comparing it to other cognitive tests. About 60 adults with mild to moder…

This study looks at whether adding pistachios to the daily diet for 6 months can improve memory, thinking speed, heart health markers, and overall life satisfaction in adults aged 65 to 80. About 97 participants who are already part of a larger study will eat pistachios regularly…

This study looks at how a gentle ultrasound pulse to the cerebellum changes brain activity and thinking in 20 healthy adults aged 18 to 40. Participants do thinking tasks after real or fake ultrasound, while their brain waves are measured. The goal is to learn how the cerebellum …

This study looks at how the brain's electrical signals and chemical levels change when people think, feel, or make decisions. Researchers will record brain activity in patients already undergoing brain surgery for epilepsy, while they play simple computer games or answer question…

This study looks at whether it is possible to track memory and concentration changes in adults aged 65 and older who are starting a type of cancer treatment called immune checkpoint inhibitors. Over six months, 30 participants will take simple memory and thinking tests every six …