Clinical trials
Cognition clinical trials
Below are recruiting cognition clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 2,031 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07211269Recruiting
Brain training study for healthy volunteers
This study uses real-time brain scans (fMRI) to see how people's thinking skills affect their ability to learn to control their own brain activity. It is for healthy individuals who want to help researchers understand brain training.
Chengdu, ChengduAges 18–35 - NCT07212673Recruiting
Online therapy for binge eating disorder
This study tests a digital program that combines cognitive-behavioral therapy with mindfulness training to help people with binge eating disorder. It may help reduce binge eating episodes and improve your relationship with food.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18–70 - NCT07214415RecruitingPhase 2
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for veterans with brain injury or mental health issues
This trial tests whether hyperbaric oxygen therapy (breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber) can improve thinking, mood, and quality of life in veterans with mild traumatic brain injury, PTSD, anxiety, or depression. You must have already tried at least one evidence-based therapy like CBT or EMDR.
Boise, IdahoAges 18–75 - NCT07216261Recruiting
The SWELL study: CBT for insomnia in older veterans
This trial tests whether providing cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) can help older veterans in VA clinics. CBTI is a non-medication treatment that addresses the thoughts and behaviors that keep you awake.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 60 years+ - NCT07217912RecruitingPhase 2
Study of daridorexant to prevent confusion after heart surgery
This trial tests whether a sleep medication called daridorexant can help prevent delirium (sudden confusion) in older adults after heart surgery. You must be 60 or older and having a specific type of heart operation.
Rochester, New YorkAges 60 years+ - NCT07218757Recruiting
Trial of emotional awareness therapy for veterans with chronic pain
This study tests if a type of therapy that helps you understand and express emotions related to pain (called Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy) can reduce chronic pain in veterans. It is designed for veterans who have had muscle or joint pain for at least 3 months and rate their pain as moderate or greater.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07220655Recruiting
How focused ultrasound affects thinking and brain activity
This trial uses low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) and brain scans to see how it affects thinking. It may help researchers find new ways to treat brain conditions.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT07220668RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Safety check for older adults in senior living
This trial tests a new program called Sense4Safety to help prevent falls and keep seniors living independently. It uses a simple physical test and a memory screening to see if you're eligible.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 65 years+ - NCT07220746Recruiting
Math learning study for first graders
This study looks at how math skills and thinking skills affect each other in first graders with math learning difficulties. If your child is in a participating school and scores below certain levels on math and memory tests, they may be able to join.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 6–8 - NCT07222280Recruiting
Alzheimer's dementia and brain inflammation trial
This trial tests if treating brain inflammation can help older adults hospitalized with sudden confusion or cognitive issues. It may help those without a prior dementia diagnosis but who have toxic or metabolic causes for their symptoms.
Crossville, TennesseeAges 60–90 - NCT07226219RecruitingPhase 1
Methylphenidate for Attention in Sickle Cell Disease
This trial tests if a medication called methylphenidate can help children with sickle cell disease who have trouble with attention, focus, or executive function. It aims to see if it can improve daily life and school performance.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 8–17 - NCT07227948RecruitingPhase 2
Testing semaglutide for cocaine use disorder
This study tests whether semaglutide, a medication used for weight management, can help reduce cocaine use in people with cocaine use disorder. You may qualify if you have a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or higher and recently used cocaine.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07228871Recruiting
Brain stimulation and mirror therapy for stroke-related neglect
This trial tests whether combining transcranial magnetic stimulation (a non-invasive brain stimulation) with mirror therapy (using a mirror to trick the brain into thinking a paralyzed limb is moving) can help people who have trouble paying attention to one side of space after a stroke.
Ankara, YenimahalleAges 18–75 - NCT07229521Recruiting
Nattokinase for heart, gut, sleep, and brain health in metabolic syndrome with sleep issues
This study tests whether a supplement called nattokinase can improve heart health, sleep, thinking, and gut bacteria in people with metabolic syndrome and mild-to-moderate sleep apnea. If you have a larger waist, blood pressure or blood sugar issues, or imbalanced cholesterol, and have been diagnosed with mild or moderate sleep apnea, you may be eligible.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07229924Recruiting
Cognitive improvement after weight-loss surgery with virtual reality
This trial tests whether a virtual reality exercise program can help improve thinking skills (like memory and attention) after bariatric (weight-loss) surgery. It may benefit people with severe obesity who are planning to have surgery.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18–65 - NCT07231146Recruiting
Dairy and thinking in children
This study tests how dairy affects brain function in children aged 9 to 14. Kids with normal weight who don't have food allergies or learning issues may qualify.
Toronto, OntarioAges 9–14 - NCT07233941Recruiting
Cognitive and psychological study in migraine patients
This study looks at thinking abilities and psychological factors in people with migraines. It aims to understand how migraine affects memory, attention, and emotions.
MilanAges 18–65 - NCT07236229Recruiting
VR Therapy for Early Frozen Shoulder
This study tests if using a virtual reality (VR) headset during physical therapy helps people with early-stage frozen shoulder recover better than standard therapy alone.
Küçükçekmece, IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT07237009Recruiting
Personalized reminiscence therapy for memory loss
This trial tests a digital app that uses personal photos and memories to help people with early memory problems feel less depressed or apathetic. It's designed for seniors who have mild cognitive impairment or early dementia.
AngersAges 60 years+ - NCT07244536Recruiting
Exercise and brain training for better quality of life
This trial tests if combining physical exercise with cognitive (brain) training can improve quality of life in older adults. It may help you stay active and sharp as you age.
FerraraAges 70 years+ - NCT07246993Recruiting
Brain training for ongoing symptoms after concussion
This trial tests if a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS can help people with persistent memory or thinking problems after a mild concussion. You will use a smartphone app and may receive active or placebo stimulation over several sessions.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–65 - NCT07681973Recruiting
Smell training for loss of smell in sinus patients
This study tests whether smell training can improve your sense of smell and affect your immune system. It is for people with chronic sinus inflammation and nasal polyps who have lost their sense of smell.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07546409Recruiting
Do ketones help thinking in older adults with prediabetes?
This study looks at whether a supplement called ketones can improve thinking and memory in older adults who have prediabetes but not diabetes or memory problems. You will take the supplement, have brain scans, and complete thinking tests.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 60–75 - 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cognition?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,031 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.