Clinical trials
Cognitive Aging clinical trials
Below are recruiting cognitive aging clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 162 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05481749Recruiting
Neuropsychology testing for adults 80+ in Garraf
This study checks how older adults think and remember using a set of neuropsychological tests. It mainly looks at people age 80 and up living in the Garraf area who can travel to a study center.
Sant Pere de Ribes, BarcelonaAges 80 years+ - NCT05929703Recruiting
Care approach for hospitalized older adults at risk of confusion
This trial tests new ways to help hospitalized older adults (and their family/care partners) stay comfortable and avoid or reduce episodes of acute confusion. It focuses on people who are likely to develop delirium during their hospital stay.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 70 years+ - NCT06181513RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Probiotics for mild Alzheimer's disease
This study tests whether daily probiotics (beneficial bacteria) can help people with mild Alzheimer's disease. It's an early-phase trial to see if probiotics are safe and might improve thinking and memory.
NicosiaAges 65–85 - NCT06662045Recruiting
Iron deficiency and child brain development study
This study looks at whether iron deficiency anemia affects how babies and toddlers (6 to 24 months old) develop their thinking, learning, and behavior. It compares children who have iron-deficiency anemia with those who do not, to help doctors understand the impact on early brain development.
Shenzhen, China/GuangdongAges 6 months–6 years - NCT06817239Recruiting
Low-dose esketamine for preventing confusion after surgery in older adults
This study tests whether a low dose of the medicine esketamine can help prevent confusion after surgery in older adults at higher risk. You may qualify if you are 65 or older, planning a major non-cardiac surgery, and have certain health conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 65–90 - NCT07139132Recruiting
The AHA Oneida study for Native American patients
This study tests a health program for Native American people ages 7 to 85 who get care through the Oneida Comprehensive Health Division. It aims to improve heart health and well-being.
Madison, WisconsinAges 7–85 - NCT07377682Recruiting
Trazodone for depression with mild memory problems
This study tests how well the antidepressant trazodone works in older adults with major depression and mild cognitive impairment (early memory or thinking problems). It looks at real-world results in people starting this treatment.
Lodz, PolandAges 55 years+ - NCT07209683Recruiting
Near-infrared light therapy for brain function in adults
This study tests whether shining a special near-infrared light on the head can improve how well your brain works and how clearly you think. It is for healthy younger and older adults who want to help find new ways to support brain health.
Oklahoma City, OklahomaAges 21–85 - NCT06632145Recruiting
A health promotion program for older adults with memory changes
This study tests a group program called Cog-Fun Ageing that helps older adults with memory changes stay active and healthy. If you have mild memory issues but can still think clearly, you may be able to join this Hebrew-speaking program.
JerusalemAges 60 years+ - NCT02604563Recruiting
Aging, blood changes, and health in older adults
This study examines why some older adults develop changes in their blood cells that may affect their health. Researchers will look for links between these blood changes, aging, and common health problems in older people.
St Louis, MissouriAges 50 years+ - NCT06622889Enrolling by invitation
Can changing how you see aging help memory?
This study tests whether changing how older adults think about aging can help with memory concerns. If you are 60+ and feel your memory or thinking is declining (but tests are normal), you may be able to join.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 60 years+ - NCT05881239Recruiting
Remote smell tests to track early Alzheimer’s health changes
This trial uses remote, at-home (or remote) smell-based testing to help researchers assess health in people with preclinical Alzheimer’s disease and in control participants. It may help by showing how well smell-related changes can signal disease status over time.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–100 - NCT04201600Recruiting
Study how blood sugar swings affect thinking in prediabetes
This study looks at how “blood sugar variability” (how much glucose levels bounce around) may affect thinking and memory in people with prediabetes. You may be eligible if you’re older and don’t already have diabetes or conditions that can strongly affect the brain or blood vessels.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 50 years+ - NCT06754202Recruiting
Farming and nature activities for mild memory loss
This study tests if spending time in farmlands and natural settings can help older adults with mild memory problems maintain their thinking abilities and overall health. It uses a special approach based on the Montessori method to keep participants engaged and active.
AnconaAges 55 years+ - NCT07074639Recruiting
Brain and body training with video games for frail older adults
This trial tests a fun home-based video game program that combines thinking exercises with physical movements to help older adults who are frail. The goal is to see if this training can improve physical and mental function.
ZurichAges 50 years+ - NCT06385951Recruiting
Virtual reality navigation test for early Alzheimer's detection
This study uses a virtual reality navigation task to detect early signs of Alzheimer's disease. It compares people with mild cognitive problems, mild Alzheimer's, and healthy older adults to see if this test can spot the disease earlier.
Ghent, East-FlandersAges 50–80 - NCT06492109Recruiting
Blood study on sleep loss
This study looks at blood samples to understand how sleep loss affects the body. It may help find new ways to diagnose or treat sleep problems.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–80 - NCT06843161Recruiting
Robot program to help older adults be more active
This study tests if a robot can help older adults become more physically active. If you join, you would interact with a robot that encourages and guides you to move more each day.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 60 years+ - NCT06914284Recruiting
Apathy and thinking changes in older adults with bipolar disorder
This study looks at whether apathy and certain brain markers can help predict memory and thinking problems in people over 70 with bipolar disorder. If you are 70-85, have bipolar disorder, and are currently stable (no recent mood episodes), you may be able to join.
Rennes, Ile Et VilaineAges 70–85 - NCT07669168Recruiting
Health study comparing usual care vs. extra support
This study looks at whether adding extra health support helps people stay healthier over time. You would be followed for a while and asked to share how you are doing.
Boulder, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06501495Recruiting
Brain waves and memory in aging and Alzheimer's
This study looks at how brain waves (EEG) change during normal aging and early Alzheimer's disease. It compares three groups: people with early-stage Alzheimer's, healthy older adults, and healthy young adults. The goal is to understand how memory and thinking problems relate to slow brain wave activity.
ParisAges 18–85 - NCT05294068Recruiting
Study barriers to physical activity in aging with disabilities
This study looks at what makes it hard or easier for people with cognitive, physical movement, or sensory (hearing/vision) impairments to be active as they age. It may help improve support and services for physical activity at a rehabilitation/parasport clinic.
GarchesAges 6 years+ - NCT05117463Recruiting
Balance testing while doing thinking tasks and eye-movement training
This study tests how well your balance and coordination work while you do a thinking task, using special visual (eye-movement) stimulation. It may help researchers understand why some people have balance problems and how training could improve safety.
Greenville, North CarolinaAges 25–85 - NCT06345625Recruiting
Balance and walking with head movement in older adults
This study looks at how older adults keep their balance and walk when their head is moving. You may be asked to stand or walk while your head gently moves, so researchers can understand how your body reacts.
AntwerpAges 65–100
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cognitive aging?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 162 recruiting cognitive aging 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 cognitive aging 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 cognitive aging 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.