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Brain injury study reveals how we imagine the past and future

NCT ID NCT06823193

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how focal brain injuries affect mental time travel — the ability to imagine past or future events. Researchers will ask participants to judge whether a person in a photo likely experienced a certain life event years ago or will experience it in the future. The goal is to understand the role of a brain region called the ventromedial prefrontal cortex. 66 adults with focal brain lesions will take part.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could improve our understanding of how the brain supports memory and future thinking, potentially guiding rehabilitation for people with brain injuries.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage observational study with only 66 participants. It is not testing a treatment, so direct benefits are unlikely. Results may not apply to all types of brain injury.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 66 people

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Started

Dec 2024

Expected to finish

Sep 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

40 to 80 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * the absence of general cognitive impairment, assessed by neuropsychological testing * the presence of a focal brain lesion will be adopted as an inclusion criterion for patients. Exclusion Criteria: * psychiatric disorders * multiple brain lesions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Istituti Clinici Scientifici Maugeri

    RECRUITING

    Castel Goffredo, Mantova, 46042, Italy

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