Can an MRI spot your Body's 'Anti-Aging' molecule?
NCT ID NCT07416786
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Sep 11, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study aims to see if magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) can accurately measure NAD+ levels in the brain and calf muscles of healthy adults. Participants will take an over-the-counter nicotinamide riboside (NR) supplement, and researchers will compare NAD+ measurements before and after supplementation. The goal is to standardize NAD+ measurement methods for future clinical studies.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Nicotinamide Riboside (NR) supplement
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help develop a reliable way to measure NAD+ in humans, which may aid future research on aging and metabolism.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study focused on measurement methods, not treatment. It may not lead to any direct health benefits.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 48 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Sep 2026
- Expected to finish
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Jul 2028
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 to 110 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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* Male or female age18-35 years or 70 years or older, healthy * if female reproductive potential, use of highly effective contraception (at least 1 month prior to screening and during study participation). * No known sensitivity to NR * No use of niacin, blood thinners or chemotherapy agents * HbA1c below 8.5% and not diabetec requiring insulin. * Not using/taking corticosteroids * No laboratory abnormalities indicating significant anemia, bleeding risk, kidney disease, or liver disease * No contraindication to MRI * Not Pregnant, lactating, or planning to become pregnant during participation * Not taking multivitamins or any over-the-counter supplements except calcium and vitamin D (any other supplements - discontinued 2 weeks prior to study participation). * not taking/ undergoing another investigational drug or other intervention within the past 30 days.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Penn Medicine
RECRUITINGPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104-6006, United States
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