Clinical trials
fMRI clinical trials
Below are recruiting fmri clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 126 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06214065Recruiting
Brain stimulation for social thinking in autism
This trial tests whether mild brain stimulation (TMS) over the temporoparietal junction can improve a social thinking skill called 'mentalizing' in adults with autism. You would have MRI scans, cognitive tasks, and several TMS sessions.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 18–35 - NCT06207162Recruiting
Brain scans and methadone treatment for opioid recovery
This study uses MRI scans over time to track brain changes in people with opioid use disorder who recently started methadone treatment. You can help researchers understand recovery patterns if you are early in your methadone journey and can commit to repeated visits.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–50 - NCT05524493Recruiting
Brain scans for migraine, visual snow, or epilepsy symptoms
This study uses a very strong MRI brain scanner to better understand conditions like migraine, visual snow, or epilepsy that don’t fully respond to treatment. You may be able to join if you meet specific diagnosis and safety requirements for the scanner.
ZurichAges 18–65 - NCT06152705Recruiting
fMRI-Guided vs. Standard Brain Stimulation for Depression
This study compares two types of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to treat depression. One type uses a brain scan (fMRI) to guide the treatment, while the other uses a standard approach. It may help people whose depression hasn't improved with medication.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06124846Recruiting
Cannabis break and brain changes in teens
This study looks at what happens in the brain when teens with cannabis use disorder stop using cannabis for 6 weeks. It uses MRI scans to see changes in areas that control habits and decisions.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 15–18 - NCT06085781Recruiting
MRI and tumor study for head and neck cancer patients
This trial uses special MRI scans to look at your head, neck, and tumor environment before treatment. It aims to find better ways to understand your cancer and guide care.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06080659Recruiting
Brain network study for Alzheimer's and Parkinson's
This study uses brain scans to look for patterns that might help diagnose memory or movement problems like Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease. It compares people with mild symptoms, like forgetfulness or early Parkinson's, to healthy volunteers.
RennesAges 50–80 - NCT05929898Recruiting
Brain training with MRI for motivation in healthy adults
This study tests whether a special MRI technique can help people learn to control brain areas linked to motivation. It may lead to better treatments for motivational problems.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–45 - NCT05795179Recruiting
Stress study testing how self-control affects eating choices
This study looks at how stress and self-control can affect what people do with diet and weight. You may be asked to follow specific study procedures and complete tasks while being assessed (including possible scanning).
New York, New YorkAges 18–70 - NCT04192773RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Brain-scan study of IV lidocaine for tinnitus
This early study uses an MRI/brain scan to see how IV lidocaine affects brain activity in people with tinnitus, and also compares it with people without tinnitus or with different hearing patterns. It may help researchers understand whether lidocaine could change tinnitus signals in the brain.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05703256Recruiting
Brain training with feedback to help depression
This trial tests a type of brain training called amygdala neurofeedback to reduce depression symptoms. It may help by teaching your brain patterns to become less “stuck” in depression-related activity.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–55 - NCT05675332Recruiting
Study tests how stereotype stress affects brain and impulsivity
This study looks at how feeling judged or stereotyped can affect impulsivity (acting without thinking) and how that connects to alcohol use. You may do an MRI brain scan, and it helps researchers understand these effects in African Americans.
New York, New YorkAges 21–35 - NCT05487664Recruiting
MRI brain scan study of how the brain responds
This study uses MRI to measure brain activity while looking at how your brain responds to a task. You may be able to join if you’re healthy enough for MRI and don’t have certain brain, seizure, heart rhythm, or mental health conditions.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18–65 - NCT04439552Recruiting
MRI study during cornea cross-linking for keratoconus
This trial uses an MRI scan (and a close-up eye scan) to study what happens in the cornea during treatment for keratoconus. It may help doctors better understand how treatment works and who benefits most.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 8–35 - NCT05342454Recruiting
Brain tumor surgery patients using brain scan and mapping software
This study checks a new computer software tool that helps doctors map important brain networks and how blood flow responds during brain scans. It may help improve planning and safety for people having brain tumor surgery.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05303415Recruiting
Low-intensity ultrasound study during brain MRI
This study tests how low-power focused ultrasound changes brain signals measured during MRI. You may help researchers understand how ultrasound can affect brain activity, even if you don’t have a known brain condition.
Roanoke, VirginiaAges 18–65 - NCT05200182Recruiting
Brain training to improve control over emotional eating
This study tests a brain training technique (neurofeedback) that may help improve self-control related to emotional eating. If you tend to eat more when stressed or upset, this could help you manage those urges.
RennesAges 18–50 - NCT05199896Recruiting
Brain and touch study for people with early blindness
This study looks at how the brain works when people who are blind (from birth or early childhood) touch and move. It uses an MRI brain scan to compare responses, aiming to better understand learning and brain processing in early visual loss.
BronAges 18–60 - NCT05092100Enrolling by invitation
Study on how the brain reduces confusion during memory learning
This study tests how the brain helps you form new memories when there is competing information (interference). It may help researchers understand memory processes and why learning can feel harder in distracting situations.
Eugene, OregonAges 18–80 - NCT04798131Recruiting
Brain-scan training to reduce medication-resistant voices
This study uses brain scans (MRI) and real-time feedback to help train the brain to reduce frequent, distressing auditory hallucinations (hearing voices) in people with schizophrenia. If you qualify, you may try a structured neurofeedback program while researchers track changes in your symptoms.
LilleAges 18–60 - NCT03446456RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Vasopressin and pain perception study
This trial tests whether vasopressin, a nasal spray, changes how your brain processes pain. You will receive either the spray or a placebo and have an MRI scan to see brain activity.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–65 - NCT03153670Recruiting
Brain scan study for people with deep brain stimulators
This study uses a 3‑tesla MRI (a type of detailed brain scan) in people who have deep brain stimulation (DBS) electrodes. The goal is to improve understanding of how the brain works; the scan is not meant to provide direct treatment benefit.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–85 - NCT02920788Recruiting
Rehab program study for mild traumatic brain injury symptoms
This trial studies whether a specific rehabilitation program (“GOALS”) helps veterans with mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) who still have thinking or memory problems. It compares the program to usual care, using regular assessments and training over time.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02914951Enrolling by invitation
Therapy to reduce irritability in children with autism
This trial studies whether cognitive-behavioral therapy (a structured talk therapy) can reduce irritability and anger outbursts in children with autism. It may help improve day-to-day behavior by teaching coping skills and reducing problem reactions.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 8–16
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for fmri?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 126 recruiting fmri 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 fmri 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 fmri 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.