Clinical trials
Cognition clinical trials
Below are recruiting cognition clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,981 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07272811Recruiting
Computer memory testing for early Alzheimer's signs
This study uses a computer-based platform to test memory and thinking in healthy adults and in people with mild memory concerns (called aMCI). The goal is to better understand how memory changes with age and to spot early signs of Alzheimer's disease.
Milan, ItalyAges 55–80 - NCT07271927Recruiting
Light therapy for Parkinson's motor and thinking changes
This study tests whether shining light on the whole body (photobiomodulation) can help with movement and thinking problems in Parkinson's disease. It is for people in early to moderate stages who can walk independently.
Yangsan, Gyeongsangnam-doAges 40 years+ - NCT06589362Recruiting
Nerve stimulation plus cognitive training for brain injury recovery
This study tests if a gentle, noninvasive nerve stimulation (on the neck) combined with computerized thinking exercises can help people recovering from a traumatic brain injury improve memory and attention. It is for adults currently in inpatient rehab who can use a keyboard and are medically stable.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–65 - NCT06600100Recruiting
Inhibitory control training for weight management
This trial tests an online training program designed to improve your ability to resist cravings and make healthier choices. It may help you lose weight by strengthening the part of your brain that controls impulses.
GranadaAges 18–60 - NCT07267559RecruitingPhase 4
Daridorexant and emotion brain testing study
This study tests a medication called daridorexant, which affects the brain's sleep-wake system, to see how it influences emotions and thinking. You will take one dose and complete computer tasks that measure how you process emotional information.
OxfordAges 18–40 - NCT07261202Recruiting
Heat's effect on children's bodies in hot homes
This study looks at how hot indoor temperatures affect children's physical responses. It may help families understand how to keep kids safe during heat waves.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 10–15 - NCT07267598Recruiting
Can a 26 °C room help young adults stay cool?
This study tests whether keeping a room at 26 °C (about 79 °F) helps healthy young adults stay cool without discomfort. It's for people who are not smokers, not highly trained athletes, and not pregnant.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18–29 - NCT07268768Recruiting
Personality, thinking, and sensitivity in headache
This study looks at how personality, thinking skills, and heightened nerve sensitivity are connected in people with headache. It aims to better understand these relationships to improve care.
Messina, SicilyAges 18–60 - NCT07267845Recruiting
Effect of alpha-GPC on thinking and exercise performance
This study tests whether a supplement called alpha-GPC (a nutrient that supports brain health) can improve memory, thinking, and physical performance in healthy adults. You would take the supplement and complete cognitive tests and exercise tasks over several visits.
Cork, County CorkAges 25–55 - NCT07260903Recruiting
Can light therapy help balance and thinking in adults over 60?
This trial tests whether shining a special light on the forehead (called photobiomodulation) can improve balance and memory in healthy adults aged 60 to 80. It's a small study to see if the approach is safe and feasible.
Preston, LancashireAges 60–80 - NCT07265323Recruiting
Testing insulin effects on brain function
This study looks at how giving insulin in a way that mimics the body's natural release can affect thinking and memory. It may help understand how insulin relates to brain health.
Baton Rouge, LouisianaAges 18 years+ - NCT05895513RecruitingPhase 2
Pimavanserin trial for aggression and social thinking
This Phase 2 trial tests pimavanserin, a medication that may affect brain signals, to see if it can reduce aggression and improve social thinking in people with intermittent explosive disorder (IED) or a history of aggressive behavior. If you qualify, you’ll be screened with medical tests and questionnaires and must meet medication and safety rules to participate.
Columbus, OhioAges 21–55 - NCT06068361Recruiting
Better diagnosis of Lewy body dementia
This study uses a combination of tests to improve diagnosis of dementia with Lewy bodies compared to Alzheimer's disease and healthy aging. You may help doctors identify the right diagnosis more accurately.
Paris, FranceAges 55–85 - NCT06897553Recruiting
ACT for Better Mental Health with Neurologic Illness
This study tests a type of talk therapy (ACT) to help people with neurological conditions like Parkinson’s, MS, or epilepsy feel better emotionally. It's for those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, or stress and are ready to work on their mental health.
BielefeldAges 18 years+ - NCT05435222Recruiting
Male-only therapy program for major depression
This study tests a counseling/psychotherapy program designed specifically for men with major depression. If you qualify, you may be offered this structured therapy and followed to see whether it helps depressive symptoms.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 25–50 - NCT06016309Recruiting
Understanding Thinking, Energy, Mood, and Behavior in MS
This study looks at how multiple sclerosis affects thinking, energy, mood, and behavior. It uses simple tests and questionnaires to understand your unique profile, which may help tailor future care.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 18–70 - NCT05614310Recruiting
Brain scan study to spot early Alzheimer’s
This study uses MRI brain scans and memory tests to help detect early Alzheimer’s disease. It compares people with Alzheimer’s (diagnosed by a clinician) with people without memory problems to see which scan and test results stand out.
AberdeenAges 18 years+ - NCT07254234Recruiting
Eye scans to detect Alzheimer's-related proteins
This study uses a special eye scan to look for abnormal protein deposits in the retina, which may be linked to Alzheimer's disease. It is for people who are generally healthy but have mild memory concerns or mild cognitive impairment.
Abu DhabiAges 55 years+ - NCT07252206Recruiting
Culturally adapted CBT for Black people with psychosis
This study offers a talking therapy called culturally adapted cognitive behavioral therapy for psychosis (CBTp) for Black people in the UK who have schizophrenia or related conditions. It aims to see if this approach is helpful and acceptable, and you may join if you are over 16, identify with a Black background, and are not in a current crisis.
ManchesterAges 16 years+ - NCT07258355Enrolling by invitation
Fall prevention program for older adults
This study is testing a program that combines everyday activities (like dressing or cooking) with other measures to reduce falls in older adults. If you're 65+, have fallen recently, and don't have certain health issues, this trial might help you stay safer at home.
AnkaraAges 65 years+ - NCT07253038Recruiting
Testing social skills in Huntington's disease
This study tests three different ways to measure social skills (like understanding emotions or reading social cues) in people with Huntington's disease. The goal is to find which test works best for future research and care.
LundAges 18–75 - NCT06341504Recruiting
Prevention messages on EGM machines: effects on players
This study tests whether simple messages on electronic gambling machines (EGMs) can change how people think and behave when they play. It's looking for people who speak French, are 18 or older, and play EGMs at least every two weeks.
QuébecAges 18 years+ - NCT05708807Recruiting
Follow-up study of recovery after first-time stroke in Gothenburg
This study tracks how people recover after their first-ever stroke (either blocked artery stroke or bleeding in the brain). It may help doctors better understand recovery patterns and what support could work best over time.
GothenburgAges 18 years+ - NCT07245186Enrolling by invitation
Healthy living program for kidney decline
This study tests a program to help people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) stay healthy through diet tracking and other proactive steps. It focuses on people whose kidney function has declined but who are not yet on dialysis.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–90
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cognition?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,981 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.