NEUROCOGNITIVE DISORDERS

This study tests whether a set of anesthesia goals, called NeuroFirst, can reduce silent brain damage and thinking problems after heart surgery. About 900 older adults having heart surgery will be randomly assigned to either the NeuroFirst plan or usual care. Researchers will use…

This study tests whether a Mediterranean diet and regular walking can improve memory and thinking in adults with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). 45 participants aged 18-42 will be split into three groups: general health advice, a structured Mediterranean diet, or the d…

This small study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS can reduce apathy—a common lack of interest and motivation—in people with dementia or mild cognitive impairment. Ten participants will receive rTMS, some also taking a medication called methylph…

This study tests if a liquid medicine called midazolam can help elderly patients with moderate to severe memory problems who refuse care. About 30 hospitalized patients will receive the medicine before care to see if it reduces their resistance. The goal is to make necessary care…

This study is creating and testing a new questionnaire called LiCCoS for adults with liver cirrhosis. The goal is to help identify common thinking problems like forgetfulness or trouble focusing, which are often missed. About 230 participants will fill out the questionnaire and t…

This study is testing whether a 15-minute app called Brainlab Cognition can be used in busy brain tumor clinics to track memory, attention, and other thinking skills. Researchers will also collect quality-of-life reports electronically from patients. The goal is to see if this ap…