Clinical trials
Cognition clinical trials
Below are recruiting cognition clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 2,032 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05201534Recruiting
Math and thinking skills training for school-age children
This trial studies interventions to improve math and cognitive (thinking) skills in elementary school children. It includes both children with math learning difficulties and typically developing children, using tests and MRI brain scans for those who can participate.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 6–12 - NCT07763574Enrolling by invitation
Strength training and omega-3 for muscle and brain health
This study tests whether combining strength training with omega-3 supplements improves muscle strength and thinking skills in healthy adults. You would either join an exercise group or a non-exercising control group.
GdanskAges 25–35 - NCT06429215Recruiting
Virtual reality and telemedicine to lower dementia risk
This trial tests whether a program using virtual reality and telemedicine can help lower the risk of memory decline and dementia in people who feel their thinking is slipping but don't have a diagnosed memory problem.
Rome, LazioAges 55–80 - NCT07366346Recruiting
Telehealth memory training for older adults with mild memory concerns
This study tests a telehealth program to help older adults with mild memory problems improve their thinking skills and daily life. It involves working with a study partner, like a family member or friend.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 65–84 - NCT07731334Recruiting
Memory problems in non-neurology rehab patients
This study looks at how common mild cognitive impairment and dementia are in people staying in rehabilitation units for heart, lung, or orthopedic problems. It aims to understand memory and thinking issues that may be overlooked in these settings.
Florence, FIAges 45 years+ - NCT03657745Recruiting
40 Hz light and brain training for Alzheimer’s
This trial tests whether a combination of 40 Hz light stimulation and cognitive (thinking) therapy can improve symptoms in people with Alzheimer’s disease. It may help by stimulating the brain and training thinking skills, while carefully checking eye and seizure history.
Miami, FloridaAges 50 years+ - NCT06330844Recruiting
Stress & memory support for Black and Hispanic older adults
This research study tests a new program that combines help for stress caused by racism with memory training for people with mild cognitive impairment. It may help Black and Hispanic/Latine older adults find ways to cope and improve thinking skills.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 65 years+ - NCT06733714Recruiting
Brain stimulation plus memory training for older adults
This study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive electrical current applied to the scalp (tACS) combined with computer-based brain exercises can improve memory and thinking in older adults who have concerns about their cognitive health.
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de JaneiroAges 50 years+ - NCT07125170Recruiting
Virtual reality for thinking skills after stroke
This trial tests whether immersive virtual reality can help improve thinking and memory problems after a recent stroke. It is designed for people who have mild to moderate cognitive issues and are already scheduled for occupational therapy.
Independencia, Santiago MetropolitanAges 18 years+ - NCT07526740Recruiting
Brain Stimulation and Training for Mild Memory Loss
This study tests whether combining brain stimulation (TMS) with cognitive training games can help people with mild cognitive impairment—early memory and thinking problems. The goal is to see if this combination improves thinking abilities and slows cognitive decline.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 60–85 - NCT07650318Recruiting
VR Cognitive Training for Type 2 Diabetes and Memory Problems
This study tests whether virtual-reality brain-training games can help people with type 2 diabetes who are experiencing early memory and thinking problems. Researchers will compare how cognition changes in people using VR training versus standard care over several months.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 45–80 - NCT05014399Recruiting
Study memory changes during chemotherapy for colorectal cancer
This study looks at cognitive (thinking and memory) changes in people with colorectal cancer who start certain chemotherapy drugs. It aims to understand how treatment affects the brain and may guide better monitoring or support during care.
Fort Wayne, IndianaAges 18 years+ - NCT07763392Recruiting
Normal cognitive test scores for adults
This study is testing a voice-controlled digital platform to measure normal memory and thinking abilities in healthy adults. By participating, you would help create a baseline of normal scores that doctors can use to compare against when assessing people with thinking problems.
Carlsbad, CaliforniaAges 18–100 - NCT07527234Enrolling by invitation
Testing a cognitive assessment tool for ECT patients
This study evaluates a cognitive assessment tool (ECCA) in Turkish patients who are receiving electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), a brain-stimulation treatment for severe depression or other psychiatric conditions. Researchers want to see how well this assessment works and compare it to other existing tests.
DenizliAges 18–65 - NCT07402161Recruiting
Finding Alzheimer's earliest signature in memory concerns
This study looks for early signs of Alzheimer's in people who feel their memory is slipping but still function normally. You'll help researchers find a pattern—a 'signature'—in the brain that may signal the earliest stages of the disease.
San Donato Milanese, MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT07733726Enrolling by invitation
Dual-Task Mouth and Memory Training for Oral Frailty
This study tests a program that combines mouth exercises with memory tasks to see if it can improve both chewing, swallowing, and thinking skills in people who have oral frailty and some memory decline.
KowloonAges 50 years+ - NCT06601933RecruitingPhase 2
Computer thinking exercises for memory concerns in older adults
This study tests whether a computer-based thinking exercise program can improve memory and brain function in older adults with mild memory concerns. If you have age-related memory changes but not dementia, you may be able to join and get a free MRI scan.
Miami, FloridaAges 55–89 - NCT07729969Recruiting
Digital brain training for cancer survivors
This study tests a digital program to help with memory and thinking problems that some people experience after cancer treatment. It is designed for survivors who finished chemotherapy recently and have access to a computer or tablet at home.
Bilbao, BizkaiaAges 18 years+ - NCT03360838Recruiting
Prediction test for confusion after heart surgery in older adults
This study uses a short, self-answered thinking test before elective heart surgery to help predict who may develop confusion afterward. The goal is to improve early identification and care planning for patients at higher risk.
BaselAges 60 years+ - NCT04493996Recruiting
Cognitive training before heart surgery to protect memory
This trial tests whether brain-focused cognitive training before elective heart surgery can help reduce memory and thinking problems afterward. If you qualify, you may do language-based thinking exercises and complete short brain tests around the time of surgery.
Bad NauheimAges 18 years+ - NCT04635657Recruiting
Testing brain function after meningioma surgery
This study measures how thinking and memory change after surgery to remove a meningioma near the front or side of the brain. It may help doctors better understand what to expect and how cognitive recovery can differ from person to person.
Columbus, OhioAges 18–89 - NCT05014893Recruiting
Brain testing and rehab study for thinking changes
This study looks at how brain activity relates to thinking problems and whether a cognitive (thinking) assessment and rehab approach can help adults with memory or thinking changes. You may be asked to take thinking tests and complete study activities during rehab.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06027632Recruiting
Brain training at home to help with chemo brain after breast cancer treatment
This study tests a supervised computer-based mental exercise program to help reduce memory and thinking problems after chemotherapy. It is for people who finished chemo for early-stage breast cancer and still have bothersome mental fogginess.
BordeauxAges 1.5 years+ - NCT06279325Recruiting
Computer brain training for older adults
This trial studies whether a computer-based brain training program can help thinking skills in older adults. It is designed for people who are generally healthy and have not received similar training before.
Zaragoza, ZaragozaAges 60 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cognition?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,032 recruiting cognition 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 cognition 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 cognition 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.