Clinical trials
Brain Imaging clinical trials
Below are recruiting brain imaging clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 186 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05697159Recruiting
7-tesla brain MRI to study how filgotinib eases RA pain
This trial uses a very high-strength brain MRI to understand how the RA medicine filgotinib may reduce pain. If you have active rheumatoid arthritis and can safely complete the scan, the study may help researchers better target pain relief in RA.
GlasgowAges 18–74 - NCT06150352Recruiting
Sleep apnea and memory in older adults with mild concerns
This trial looks at how sleep apnea affects memory and brain health in people who have mild memory problems or are worried about their memory. You will have a sleep study and brain scans to see if treating sleep apnea could help protect your thinking skills.
Hong KongAges 50–80 - NCT06377371RecruitingPhase 4
Intraoperative tracing of meningioma with copper-64 DOTATATE
This trial tests a special imaging agent called [Cu64]DOTATATE that helps surgeons see meningioma tumors during surgery. It may make tumor removal more complete and safer.
New York, New YorkAges 18–99 - NCT06429332RecruitingPhase 4
Care bundle study for brain bleed on CT scan
This trial is testing a set of standard care steps (a 'care bundle') for people who have a sudden brain bleed (intracerebral hemorrhage) that shows up on a CT scan. It aims to see if this bundle improves recovery and outcomes.
Oklahoma City, OklahomaAges 18 years+ - NCT06704425Recruiting
How back pain affects thinking in older adults
This study looks at how chronic low back pain might affect memory, attention, and other thinking skills in adults aged 60 to 85. You will complete questionnaires, thinking tasks, and a brain scan to help researchers understand the link between pain and cognitive function.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 60–85 - NCT07037966Recruiting
Portable brain MRI for multiple sclerosis
This study tests a new portable brain MRI to see if it can help diagnose multiple sclerosis. It may be easier to use than regular machines.
ValenciaAges 18–65 - NCT06973837Recruiting
Brain study on chronic back pain and insomnia
This study looks at how the brain works in people with chronic low back pain and/or chronic insomnia. It compares these groups to healthy volunteers using MRI and pain tests.
LeuvenAges 18–60 - NCT07134699Recruiting
Back pain's effect on thinking in older adults
This study looks at how long-term lower back pain affects thinking skills like memory and attention in adults aged 60 to 85. Participants must speak Cantonese, be right-handed, and have normal thinking abilities. The study uses email or text for some tasks.
Hong KongAges 60–85 - NCT07151248Recruiting
Earlobe stimulation for Gulf War veterans with chronic pain
This trial tests a mild electrical stimulation device (called CES) on the earlobe to see if it can reduce pain and improve brain function in veterans with Gulf War Illness. You will have brain scans and answer questions about your symptoms.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 40–80 - NCT02649985RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
PET brain scan study for several brain and mood conditions
This early-phase study uses PET and MRI brain scans to better understand brain changes in multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, and other neurological or mood conditions. The goal is to test whether these scans can show disease-related differences and guide future treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–85 - NCT02991625Enrolling by invitation
Brain scan study to find markers for chronic back pain
This study uses brain imaging (MRI scans) to look for “biomarkers” (measurable signs) that may relate to chronic low back pain. It compares people with long-lasting back pain to healthy volunteers to understand what brain patterns are linked to pain.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18–75 - NCT04629469Recruiting
Two types of MRI scans in children
This study compares two MRI scan settings (a lower and higher magnetic field) in children to see how well they work for pediatric patients. It may help doctors choose the best MRI approach for kids without changing any care beyond the scan itself.
Kansas City, MissouriAges birth–22 years - NCT06381531Recruiting
Tracing brain tumors through imaging over time
This study looks at CT or MRI scans of people with primary brain tumors to understand how these tumors change over time. It may help you if you have imaging before and after surgery or before radiation.
Mumbai, MaharashtraAges Any age - NCT07464080Recruiting
Brain imaging study for knee replacement patients
This study uses advanced brain scans to understand how pain and recovery change after knee replacement surgery. It may help researchers develop better ways to manage pain after surgery.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT05868928Recruiting
MRI study of brain metastasis relapse after focused radiation
This study looks at MRI scan patterns to estimate the risk of brain metastases coming back after stereotactic radiosurgery (such as Gamma Knife or CyberKnife). It mainly helps by finding imaging clues that can guide follow-up after treatment.
SeoulAges 18 years+ - NCT07659964Recruiting
Rhythmic music and walking study for Alzheimer's
This study tests whether listening to a steady beat (rhythmic music) while walking can improve movement and brain function in people with mild Alzheimer's disease. Healthy volunteers are also needed for comparison.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 50–90 - NCT03526822Recruiting
Study of new glioblastoma using MRI scans and lab markers
This study follows people newly diagnosed with glioblastoma to see how certain lab signals (MMP2 and MMP9) match up with MRI scan features. It may help doctors better understand the disease and how it appears on imaging, but it’s mainly observational.
MarseilleAges 18 years+ - NCT00950430Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Brain scan study for amyloid plaques in adults
This study uses brain imaging to look for amyloid plaques (abnormal protein deposits) as people age. It may help researchers better understand how these changes develop over time.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 30–100 - NCT05136846RecruitingPhase 1
Papaverine with chemoradiation for stage II–III lung cancer
This early-phase trial tests whether adding papaverine to standard chemoradiation can improve treatment for stage II–III non-small cell lung cancer (and some limited stage IV cases). It aims to see if the combination is safe and tolerable while targeting the cancer with radiation and chemotherapy.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03502967Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
Hyperpolarized carbon-13 brain scan for recent traumatic brain injury
This early study tests a special brain imaging scan that looks at brain metabolism after a recent concussion/traumatic brain injury (TBI). It may help researchers understand what’s happening in the brain soon after injury.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–60 - NCT05549024RecruitingEarly Phase 1
PET/CT scan study for certain prostate, brain, or breast cancers
This early-phase study tests special PET/CT scans using a radioactive tracer to see cancer areas that have specific targets. It may help doctors better visualize tumors and plan next steps, using scans that you may already be familiar with (FDG) plus targeted tracers.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT07075523Recruiting
Brain scans and markers after CAR T-cell therapy
This study uses brain scans and blood markers to understand how CAR T-cell therapy affects the brain. It may help researchers predict or manage potential side effects.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04030507Recruiting
Brain MRI screening during chemotherapy for breast cancer
This trial checks the brain using MRI in people with breast cancer that has spread outside the breast or can’t be fully removed. The goal is to screen for brain involvement and see how MRI findings fit with treatment timing, when it’s safe to do so.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04250493Recruiting
Testing insulin resistance in multiple system atrophy
This study looks at how the body handles blood sugar (insulin resistance) in people with multiple system atrophy (MSA). Results may help doctors understand the disease better and explore new ways to monitor or treat it.
BordeauxAges 30 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for brain imaging?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 186 recruiting brain imaging studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a brain imaging trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a brain imaging trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.