Clinical trials
Cognitive clinical trials
Below are recruiting cognitive 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
- NCT07768579Recruiting
Sequential treatment for Alzheimer's disease
This study tests a sequence of treatments to see if they can help people with Alzheimer's disease or mild cognitive impairment. It aims to slow down memory decline and improve daily function.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 55–85 - NCT07768423Recruiting
Omega-3 supplements and red blood cell health in soccer players
This study looks at how taking omega-3 supplements (from fish oil) affects the red blood cells of soccer players. It might help improve their overall health and performance.
Katowice, Mikolowska 72aAges 16–35 - NCT07759115Recruiting
Music program to improve thinking in people with multiple sclerosis
This study tests a music-based program to see if it can help improve thinking and memory in people with multiple sclerosis. It is a small feasibility study to see if the program is practical and helpful.
Austin, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT07532460Recruiting
Study of brain channels and memory in cocaine users
This research explores how certain brain chemicals (potassium channels) affect memory and thinking in people who use cocaine regularly. The study may help develop better treatments for cocaine use disorder and related thinking problems.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 20–50 - NCT07006935Recruiting
Clubhouse program effects on recovery and brain health
This study looks at how Clubhouse programs (a type of community-based support) affect thinking and brain health in people with schizophrenia or related conditions. It compares Clubhouse participation to usual care. If eligible, you would complete thinking tests and possibly an MRI brain scan.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–50 - 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.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 55–85 - NCT06924307Recruiting
Parent-Child thinking skills program for ages 2-5
This trial tests a program for parents and their young children (ages 2-5) to help improve the child's thinking and self-control skills. It's designed for children without major physical or developmental challenges.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 2–5 - NCT06882252Recruiting
Lean protein in preschoolers: effects on thinking and health
This study looks at whether adding lean protein (like pork) to your preschooler's meals can help with their thinking skills and overall health. It is a good fit if your child is between 2 and 5 and does not have certain health conditions or food restrictions.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 2–5 - NCT05894967Recruiting
Study on how perceptual learning works in different age groups
This study looks at what helps people improve how they perceive visual information (“perceptual learning”) and what processes are responsible. It includes younger and older adults and mainly needs good vision and no known eye or brain conditions affecting the retina or nerves.
Riverside, CaliforniaAges 18–85 - NCT05974202Recruiting
Brain stimulation and therapy for cocaine use
This study tests a combination of brain stimulation (rTMS) and talk therapy (CBT) to help people reduce cocaine use. It's for adults who want treatment and use cocaine at least once a week.
New York, New YorkAges 22–65 - NCT05958381Recruiting
Brain stimulation for memory problems in relapsing MS
This trial studies a noninvasive brain stimulation treatment to improve memory (specifically memory recall) in people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS). It may help if your memory testing shows a “retrieval” problem, and if you’re able to follow the study treatment and safety requirements.
Richardson, TexasAges 18–65 - 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.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 55–90 - NCT07759791Recruiting
Life coaching after stroke to rejoin valued activities
This trial tests a coaching program that helps people who have had a stroke get back into activities they value, like hobbies or social outings. It may help you feel more connected and improve your quality of life.
Kingston, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT05142384Recruiting
Online therapy program for mothers with depression symptoms
This study tests an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (an online skills-based talk therapy) to help mothers with depression symptoms. It’s offered through Head Start, where participating moms and their children connect with the program.
Springfield, OregonAges 2 years+ - NCT06687291Recruiting
Thinking and memory after stomach or esophagus cancer surgery
This study looks at how surgery and chemotherapy for stomach or esophageal cancer may affect your thinking, memory, and other cognitive functions. Researchers want to understand these changes to better support patients.
HuddingeAges 18 years+ - NCT07585864Recruiting
Home Activity Monitoring for Older Women
This study uses sensors in your home to track how you perform everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning. Researchers want to better understand how older adults stay active and independent in their daily lives.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 75 years+ - NCT07758660Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Brain scan study for Alzheimer's research
This study uses brain scans (PET) to look at changes in the brain that may be related to memory problems or Alzheimer's disease. It aims to improve understanding of the disease and may help develop better treatments.
New York, New YorkAges 50 years+ - NCT05460468Recruiting
Brain stimulation study to improve memory in aging
This study tests a brain-stimulation approach to help improve memory as people age. You may be able to take part if you can consent and meet safety and medical criteria, especially related to brain/nerve health and seizure risk.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–75 - NCT05377125Recruiting
Training brain skills to reduce urges in OCD spectrum
This study tests a training program meant to improve “response inhibition,” the brain’s ability to pause before acting on unwanted urges. It may help people with OCD-spectrum conditions like obsessive-compulsive disorder, trichotillomania (hair pulling), or skin picking by targeting brain control of impulses.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 18–60 - NCT05511285Recruiting
Improving sleep and learning after arm stroke rehab
This study tests a sleep-improvement program (Sleepio) to see if better sleep can help people learn and recover after a stroke that affects the arm. You may be able to join if you’re recently out of hospital and can use the internet reliably.
OxfordAges 18 years+ - NCT06804109Recruiting
Nerve stimulation and cognition in young adults who vape
This study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive nerve stimulation device (placed on the neck) can affect thinking and attention in young adults who vape. You'd attend a single session where you receive the stimulation or a placebo while doing simple computer tasks.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–25 - NCT06629064Recruiting
Memory training for PTSD symptoms
This study tests a computer-based memory training program for people with PTSD. It aims to see if this training can help reduce PTSD symptoms by improving how your brain processes memories. The study involves 8 remote sessions over 4 weeks and two MRI scans to look at brain changes.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07659964Recruiting
Rhythmic music and walking study for Alzheimer's
This study tests whether listening to a steady beat (rhythmic music) while walking can improve movement and brain function in people with mild Alzheimer's disease. Healthy volunteers are also needed for comparison.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 50–90 - NCT07583251RecruitingPhase 1
Safety of a supplement for mild memory loss
This trial tests an oral supplement called gamma glutamylcysteine (GGC) in people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) to see if it is safe and well-tolerated. It may help by supporting the body's natural defenses against cell damage.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 55–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cognitive?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,033 recruiting cognitive 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 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 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.