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Cognitive Impairment clinical trials in San Francisco
We’re tracking 15 recruiting cognitive impairment studies with a site in or near San Francisco — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near San Francisco
- NCT06916221Recruiting
Digital brain training in aging
This study tests whether a digital intervention can help older adults (60+) maintain or improve cognitive function. It is designed for healthy adults or those with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and people who do not regularly play a musical instrument or have extensive music training.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 60–85 - NCT05617014Enrolling by invitation
ADNI4 study for early Alzheimer’s with brain imaging tests
This study enrolls people with no memory impairment, mild memory problems, or mild Alzheimer’s dementia to test how brain scans and cognitive tests relate to Alzheimer’s disease. It may help by contributing to better early diagnosis and by letting you see whether you fit into the study’s imaging and blood-test pathway.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 55–90 - NCT06918704Recruiting
Digital brain health program for older adults
This study tests a digital program designed to help support thinking and memory in older adults. It may be a good fit if you are 60+ and generally healthy, even if you have some mild memory concerns.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 60–85 - NCT07220694Recruiting
Sabroxy supplement for memory and insulin resistance
This study tests whether a supplement called Sabroxy can improve insulin resistance and memory in adults with mild cognitive impairment and insulin resistance. It may help if you have early memory problems and your blood sugar is slightly higher than normal.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 40–80 - NCT04171323Recruiting
Active mind training to improve thinking and delay dementia
This study tests an “active mind” computer-based program to help improve thinking skills and possibly slow the process toward dementia. You may be randomly assigned to different program options to see which approach works best for your goals.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 55–89 - NCT05625425Recruiting
Study testing a memory and wayfinding training program
This study tests a wayfinding (getting around) training program and how it may affect long-term memory. You may need brain scans (fMRI), virtual reality tasks, and regular short walks to participate.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 60–85 - NCT07547319Recruiting
Accelerated rTMS to improve cognitive function
This study tests whether repeated magnetic pulses to the brain (called rTMS) can help improve thinking and memory in older adults with mild to moderate cognitive decline. The treatment is non-invasive and may help slow cognitive changes.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 50–90 - NCT04804241RecruitingPhase 2
Senicapoc for early Alzheimer’s symptoms
This Phase 2 study tests whether the drug senicapoc can slow or improve symptoms in people with early Alzheimer’s disease or mild memory impairment. You would have a 50/50 chance of getting senicapoc or a placebo (inactive pill), along with regular study visits and testing.
Walnut Creek, CaliforniaAges 55–85 - NCT06502964RecruitingPhase 2
ALTO-101 study for schizophrenia cognitive symptoms
This study tests an experimental medication called ALTO-101 for people with schizophrenia who also have cognitive impairment (memory or thinking problems). It aims to see if the drug can improve these symptoms while you continue your current antipsychotic treatment.
Walnut Creek, CaliforniaAges 21–55 - 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 - NCT04262206RecruitingPhase 4
Testing how statins affect outcomes in adults 75 and older
This trial studies whether cholesterol-lowering medicine (a statin, specifically atorvastatin) improves health and benefits in people age 75 and older in everyday life. It may help doctors understand which older adults benefit most and how to use these medicines safely.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 75 years+ - NCT07130669RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Memory and thinking study for older adults
This trial tests a program to help maintain or improve memory and thinking skills in older adults. You may join if you are 60-89, speak English, and live at home or in an assisted-living facility.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 60–89 - NCT06976203RecruitingPhase 3
Testing karxt for thinking problems in alzheimer's
This trial tests if a combination medicine, KarXT plus KarX-EC, can help with thinking and memory problems in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and effective.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 60–85 - NCT06005038RecruitingPhase 1
Memory training study for older adults with mild cognitive issues
This study tests a computer-based memory training program to see if it can improve memory and thinking skills in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. It may help you if you have memory concerns but still live independently.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 60 years+ - NCT05968703Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation study for mild memory trouble in Parkinson’s
This trial looks at a specific type of deep brain stimulation (DBS) to see if it can help people with Parkinson’s who have mild cognitive problems (mild memory/thinking changes). You may also be asked to temporarily stop Parkinson’s medications around research visits to measure effects more clearly.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 21–80
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Where these studies are running near San Francisco
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cognitive impairment studies listed above.
- University of California, San Francisco · 5 studies
- Stanford Neuroscience Health Center · 2 studies
- University of California, Davis · 2 studies
- San Francisco Neurology and Sleep Center
- San Francisco Research Institute
- Site 5035
- Stanford
- Stanford Cognitive and Systems Neuroscience Laboratory
What taking part in a cognitive impairment study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
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Common questions
- Are there cognitive impairment clinical trials near San Francisco?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 15 recruiting cognitive impairment studies with a site near San Francisco, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a cognitive impairment study near San Francisco?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in San Francisco to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near San Francisco, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a cognitive impairment trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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