Clinical trials · Boston, MA
Attention clinical trials in Boston
We’re tracking 16 recruiting attention studies with a site in or near Boston — including Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Boston
- NCT07772765Recruiting
Music training to boost mental sharpness in older adults
This study tests whether learning or practicing music can help keep your mind sharp as you age. You must be 60 or older and have normal hearing for your age.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 60–101 - NCT04296604Recruiting
tDCS brain stimulation to improve thinking and mood
This study tests whether a non-surgical brain stimulation called tDCS can improve “executive function,” which means skills like planning, focus, and decision-making. It is designed for people with several mental health and substance-use conditions, and it may help you if those skills are affected by your diagnosis.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT04278404Recruiting
Drug safety study for children already on certain medicines
This study measures how certain medicines move through the body and checks their safety in children. It may help doctors better understand dosing and side effects in kids who are already receiving these treatments, or in some kids who recently tested positive for COVID-19.
Boston, MassachusettsAges birth–20 years - NCT04997096Recruiting
Exercise during chemo to prevent weakness from low movement
This study tests whether a structured exercise program during chemotherapy can help prevent physical decline (“immobility,” like getting weaker or moving less) in people with certain ovarian or endometrial cancers. If you’re eligible, you may be guided to exercise while receiving standard chemo, and you’ll have blood tests to track changes.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05236062Recruiting
Exercise during steroid treatment for GVHD
This study looks at whether doing moderate-to-vigorous exercise can reduce complications from corticosteroids in people with newly diagnosed GVHD. It may help your body tolerate steroids better, while checking exercise safety during treatment.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06934213Recruiting
Visual processing study for healthy adults
This study tests how the brain processes visual information. It's for healthy adults with normal color vision and good eyesight.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06933693Recruiting
Exploring How We Find Objects in Visual Searches
This study compares different types of visual search tasks to learn how people find objects. You will complete four unique tasks on a computer to see how your brain processes visual information.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06853665RecruitingPhase 4
Study of mixed amphetamine for autism and ADHD in teens
This trial tests if a mixed amphetamine medication helps teenagers with both autism and ADHD who still have significant symptoms, even if they are already on other treatments. It also includes typically developing teens as a comparison group.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 8–18 - NCT05894967Recruiting
Study on how perceptual learning works in different age groups
This study looks at what helps people improve how they perceive visual information (“perceptual learning”) and what processes are responsible. It includes younger and older adults and mainly needs good vision and no known eye or brain conditions affecting the retina or nerves.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–85 - NCT04781140RecruitingPhase 4
Viloxazine trial for preschool kids with ADHD
This study tests whether viloxazine extended-release can reduce ADHD symptoms in children ages 4–5. It also checks safety in preschool-age kids, including heart and nervous-system side effects.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 4 years–5.8 years - NCT05356117Recruiting
Exercise plus protein shakes for people with pancreatic cancer
This trial studies whether a supervised resistance exercise program combined with protein supplementation can help people with non-metastatic pancreatic cancer during chemotherapy. It may improve strength and how well you tolerate treatment, with safety monitoring throughout.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05354232Recruiting
Home electrical brain stimulation for ADHD symptoms
This study tests whether home-based low-level electrical stimulation of the brain (tDCS) can reduce attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms. If you qualify, you may be asked to complete assessments while receiving the treatment.
Charlestown, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT06792175Enrolling by invitation
Using speech to detect mental health conditions
This study uses a computer program to listen to your speech and see if it can help detect mental health or neurodevelopmental conditions. It may help find new ways to diagnose conditions like ADHD, anxiety, depression, and others earlier.
Brookline, MassachusettsAges 13–60 - NCT07037030Enrolling by invitation
Mindfulness for ADHD in children
This study tests a mindfulness program designed to help children ages 7 to 11 with ADHD improve focus and manage symptoms. It may be a good option if you're looking for a non-medication approach.
Brookline, MassachusettsAges 7–11 - NCT05853861Recruiting
Early language and attention support for infants at risk
This study looks at whether helping infants who are younger siblings of autistic children can improve early attention and language skills. It may help families start support early, when the brain is rapidly developing.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 6 months–8 months - NCT06848335Recruiting
Physical activity study for Latinas using mindfulness
This study tests whether adding mindfulness to a physical activity program helps Latinas who are not very active become more active. It focuses on women who can read and write in Spanish and are generally healthy.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–65
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Where these studies are running near Boston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting attention studies listed above.
- Massachusetts General Hospital · 4 studies
- Boston Children's Hospital · 3 studies
- Brigham and Women's Hospital · 3 studies
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute · 3 studies
- Northeastern University · 2 studies
- Brown University
- Rhode Island Hospital
- The Brookline Center
What taking part in a attention study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting attention studies in Massachusetts.
Common questions
- Are there attention clinical trials near Boston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 16 recruiting attention studies with a site near Boston, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a attention study near Boston?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Boston to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Boston, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a attention trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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New attention studies open near Boston regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.