Clinical trials
Brain clinical trials
Below are recruiting brain clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 2,015 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06243016Recruiting
Breaking sitting with high-intensity exercise for brain health
This study tests whether breaking up long periods of sitting with short bursts of high-intensity exercise can improve brain health. It is for people who are sedentary and not very active but otherwise generally healthy.
Urbana, IllinoisAges 40–75 - NCT06365099RecruitingPhase 1
Brain state test for arm recovery after stroke
This study tests whether we can use brain scans to predict when your brain is ready to move your weak arm after a stroke. It uses a safe, non-invasive technique called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to measure brain signals.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03696680RecruitingPhase 2
Stereotactic radiation for brain metastases that recently bled
This trial tests a precise type of radiation aimed at brain metastases that show signs of recent bleeding. It aims to control the tumors while reducing risks, especially compared with the usual approach for patients who have bleeding signals in the brain lesions.
AvranchesAges 18 years+ - NCT07420322Recruiting
Testing brain stimulation for depression and related symptoms
This trial studies a non-invasive brain stimulation treatment for people with depression or related symptoms that haven't improved with standard treatments. The goal is to see how well it works in real-world settings.
MünchenAges 18 years+ - NCT07417280Recruiting
Focused ultrasound for neurological disorders
This trial tests a gentle ultrasound treatment (LIFUS) for people with various brain conditions like epilepsy, tumours, or movement disorders. It aims to see if this non-invasive approach can help where other treatments are being used.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–85 - NCT07424976Enrolling by invitation
Early brain injury detection after infant heart surgery
This study looks for early signs of brain injury in infants after heart surgery that uses a heart-lung machine. It aims to improve monitoring and care for babies with congenital heart disease.
LjubljanaAges 1 week–1 year - NCT07424170Recruiting
Exercise and brain function in older adults after surgery
This trial tests whether a special protein released during exercise (irisin) can help protect brain function and prevent confusion after surgery in older adults. It involves non-heart surgery with spinal anesthesia.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65 years+ - NCT06796725Recruiting
Study of TMS for migraine guided by brain imaging
This study tests whether repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), guided by magnetoencephalography (MEG), can help people with frequent migraines or tension-type headaches. If you have headaches 15 or more days per month, this treatment might reduce your pain.
ShanghaiAges 15–50 - NCT06823492Recruiting
Early life and brain study
This study looks at how your early life experiences may affect your brain and behavior. You would visit the University of Manchester for assessments and help researchers understand these connections.
ManchesterAges 18–25 - NCT07415668Recruiting
Brain mapping for radiosurgery planning
This trial uses a safe brain stimulation technique to map the motor area before focused radiation. It helps protect healthy brain tissue while treating tumors that have spread to the brain.
BernAges 18 years+ - NCT07415707Recruiting
Reducing alcohol and taking probiotics for brain health in older adults
This study tests whether cutting back on alcohol and taking probiotics can improve memory and thinking in older adults who are heavy drinkers. If you are interested in drinking less, you may be able to join.
Miami, FloridaAges 65–84 - NCT07411612Recruiting
Blood markers and confusion after surgery in older adults
This study looks at how inflammation and brain-related substances in the blood after surgery are linked to confusion (delirium) in older adults. It aims to find early warning signs to prevent this common complication.
ViennaAges 65 years+ - NCT07410624Recruiting
Kidney function in brain injury patients
This trial measures how quickly the kidneys clear drugs in patients with serious brain conditions like stroke or meningitis. It may help doctors adjust medicine doses for better treatment.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18–85 - NCT07407725Recruiting
Study of brain-computer interface use in ALS, spinal cord injury, and healthy adults
This study tests how well people with ALS, spinal cord injury, or healthy volunteers can use a brain-computer interface (BCI). The goal is to learn how to measure what the device can do, which may help people with severe communication or movement limitations.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06041659Recruiting
Brain network changes during moyamoya bypass surgery
This study uses MRI scans to watch how brain networks work while you are asleep during moyamoya bypass surgery. It may help doctors understand how the brain adjusts after the procedure.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06140875Recruiting
Radiofrequency treatment plus standard therapy for glioblastoma
This trial tests whether adding a special type of radiofrequency electromagnetic field treatment to standard chemotherapy and radiation therapy helps people with newly diagnosed glioblastoma. It is for patients who are planning to receive standard treatment and have had surgery to remove the tumor.
BerlinAges 18–70 - NCT06826287Recruiting
7T MRI study of action watching in cerebral palsy
This study uses a very powerful 7T MRI scanner to look at how your brain responds when you watch actions. It may help doctors understand brain injury in people with cerebral palsy.
Calambrone, PISAAges 11–40 - NCT07404761Recruiting
Moving your arm after stroke or TBI
This study tests a device that uses mild electrical pulses and augmented reality (a computer overlay on real life) to help people who have arm or hand weakness after a recent stroke or brain injury regain movement.
HaifaAges 18 years+ - NCT07400939Recruiting
Brain stimulation and hand movement training for stroke recovery
This trial tests if combining brain stimulation with watching hand movements can improve hand function in people who had a stroke 6 to 24 months ago. It may help you regain better use of your affected hand.
Kota Kinabalu, SabahAges 18–59 - NCT07400484Recruiting
N-CAD levels and brain function in children with autism
This study compares levels of a protein called N-CAD and brain function in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) versus typically developing children. It may help researchers understand how the brain works differently in autism.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 3–5 - NCT07398352Recruiting
Regional anesthesia effects on brain oxygen in shoulder surgery
This trial studies how regional anesthesia affects oxygen levels in the brain and a key artery during shoulder surgery. It aims to find which anesthesia method works best for oxygen supply.
SanliurfaAges 18–65 - NCT07402928Recruiting
Dopamine signals in health and Parkinson's
This study uses MRI scans to look at dopamine signals in the brain. The goal is to understand how Parkinson's affects these signals.
HvidovreAges 35 years+ - NCT07404852Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation for reducing inflammation after stroke
This trial tests whether a non-invasive device that stimulates the vagus nerve can reduce inflammation and brain injury after a stroke caused by a large blood clot.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–99 - NCT06668077Recruiting
Impulse control training and brain stimulation for weight loss
This study tests whether a computer-based training to improve impulse control, combined with a gentle brain stimulation technique (called iTBS), can help people with excess weight. It also looks at how these treatments affect the brain using MRI scans.
GranadaAges 18–60
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for brain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,015 recruiting brain 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 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 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.