Clinical trials
Cognition clinical trials
Below are recruiting cognition clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 2,033 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06224530Recruiting
Testing levetiracetam's effect on brain function in psychosis risk
This trial tests whether a single dose of levetiracetam, a medication that affects brain chemistry, can change brain function and thinking in people at risk for psychosis. The goal is to see if it might help prevent symptoms from worsening.
London, LondonAges 18–40 - NCT07434037Recruiting
Trust and the brain in Down syndrome and Fragile X
This study explores how people with Down syndrome or Fragile X syndrome learn to trust others. It uses simple tasks and a brain scan (MRI) to compare their responses with those of typically developing children and young adults.
BronAges 3–29 - NCT07476092Recruiting
Digital games for thinking and visual skills
This study tests whether playing specially designed digital games can improve visual and thinking skills in young adults with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities. It is run by Koç University and takes place at EÇADEM, a center that supports people with special needs.
Istanbul, TürkiyeAges 18–35 - NCT06689878Recruiting
Mobile therapy for anxiety and depression after stroke
This study tests if a mobile cognitive behavioral therapy app can help reduce anxiety and depression in people who have had a stroke. If you are between 40 and 79 and have ongoing feelings of worry or low mood after your stroke, this therapy might be a convenient option.
New York, New YorkAges 40–79 - NCT04239079Recruiting
Study of immune-related changes in Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s
This study looks for “autoimmune-like” (immune-system) features in brain-related diseases such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s, using genetic testing and other assessments. Results may help researchers understand what drives these conditions and who might be more likely to have immune-related changes.
New York, New YorkAges 55–90 - NCT07740967Recruiting
Collagen and omega supplements for middle-aged women
This study tests whether daily collagen and omega-3 supplements can improve health in healthy middle-aged women. You would take the supplements for a period and have your health measured.
LoughboroughAges 35–65 - NCT07469566Recruiting
Studying the natural course of 7q11.23 microduplication syndrome
This study follows people with a rare genetic condition called 7q11.23 microduplication over time to understand how it affects development, learning, and health. Participants will have interviews, thinking and memory tests, and an MRI brain scan.
BronAges 5–50 - NCT04816006Recruiting
Breast cancer, thinking, and exercise study
This trial tests whether exercise can help thinking and reasoning in women over 50 who have had early-stage breast cancer. It compares a moderate exercise program with health education sessions.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 50 years+ - NCT07207122Recruiting
Focused ultrasound for Parkinson's cognitive symptoms
This trial tests whether a non-invasive ultrasound treatment, called transcranial focused ultrasound stimulation (tFUS), can improve movement and thinking in people with Parkinson's disease. It may be an option for those whose symptoms are not well controlled by medication alone.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 22–80 - NCT07593677Recruiting
Text Messages to Help You Move More
This study tests whether personalized text messages can motivate adults to exercise more. You'll receive encouraging texts over 6 months and track your activity to see if texting helps you stay active.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 40 years+ - NCT06479174Recruiting
Cognitive strategies after stroke with family support
This study tests if combining cognitive exercises with a safe, mild brain stimulation can help improve memory and thinking after a stroke. It also looks at how shared family health history might affect recovery.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 18 years+ - NCT07581587Recruiting
Breathing Exercises and Brain Function in Heart Failure
This study tests whether special breathing exercises—done alone or while doing a mental task—can improve memory and thinking skills in people with heart failure. Researchers want to see if training your breathing muscles helps your brain work better.
Istanbul, FatihAges 40 years+ - NCT07414680Recruiting
Healthy aging study for adults 40+ in Taiwan
This study looks at how to help people age healthily. It is for adults 40 and older who are connected to Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taiwan. You will provide health information and may have some tests to track your well-being over time.
TaipeiAges 40 years+ - NCT05514106Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
MIBG heart scan study for aging and neurologic conditions
This Phase 4 study tests how an iodine-based heart scan (a special imaging test) works in people with certain neurologic diagnoses and aging-related conditions. It may help researchers better understand the heart-brain connection in these disorders and improve future care.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 40–90 - NCT07046429Recruiting
Melatonin for sleep and brain health in cirrhosis
This study tests whether melatonin (a natural sleep hormone) can improve sleep and thinking abilities in people with cirrhosis and liver-related brain fog. It aims to see if better sleep leads to clearer thinking.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07730957Recruiting
Music program to reduce care refusal in nursing home residents
This trial tests whether a structured music program can help reduce care refusal (like agitation or aggression during bathing) in nursing home residents with memory or thinking problems. Residents who show these behaviors may be eligible.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - NCT07729930Recruiting
Creatine supplement study for healthy middle-aged women
This study is testing a creatine supplement (a substance that may help with energy and muscle function) in healthy middle-aged women. You may join if you are between 35 and 65, a non-smoker, and have a certain activity level.
LoughboroughAges 35–65 - NCT07425119Recruiting
Quit smoking trial for people who smoke a little each day
This study tests a text message program to help people who smoke 1-10 cigarettes most days but not daily quit. It uses cues and reminders sent to your phone to support your quit attempt.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07463703Recruiting
Accelerated TMS for PTSD
This trial tests an accelerated form of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) given daily for five days to treat PTSD. It may be an option for adults with moderate to severe PTSD who cannot get enough relief from standard treatments.
Provo, UtahAges 18–65 - NCT05194930Recruiting
Insomnia treatment study for Veterans with PTSD symptoms
This study tests treatments to help Veterans who have both PTSD symptoms and trouble sleeping (insomnia). You may be invited to try study procedures to see what helps insomnia and whether it also improves sleep-related well-being.
Sepulveda, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05333250RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Modafinil to reduce cancer-related fatigue
This trial tests whether modafinil can improve cancer-related fatigue in people with advanced cancer. It may help you feel more able to function day to day by reducing how “worn out” you feel.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07441122Recruiting
Brain game for focus: Using brain-computer tech in older adults
This study tests if a brain-computer interface can help older adults improve attention. You'll use a computer that reads your brain signals and gives feedback to train your focus.
Austin, TexasAges 18–90 - NCT07726732Enrolling by invitation
Healthy habits program for 10-12 year olds
This trial tests a program called B4B Evolution for children in 5th or 6th grade. The program aims to help kids build healthy habits and may benefit their overall health and wellbeing.
Palma, SpainAges 10–13 - NCT07121166Recruiting
Family therapy by video for schizophrenia
This trial tests a family therapy program delivered through video calls to help people with schizophrenia and their families. You would join group sessions with other families to learn ways to support each other and reduce stress.
Chai WanAges 18–64
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cognition?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,033 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.