Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,425 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,762
- Phase 2784
- Phase 1574
- Phase 3535
- Phase 4342
- Phase 1/Phase 2305
- Phase 2/Phase 3123
Top conditions
- Stroke845
- Parkinson Disease426
- Multiple Sclerosis343
- Alzheimer Disease341
- Dementia226
- Ischemic Stroke200
- Epilepsy197
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea155
- Spinal Cord Injuries154
- Insomnia153
- Sarcopenia149
- Traumatic Brain Injury149
- Acute Ischemic Stroke139
- Cerebral Palsy131
- Mild Cognitive Impairment129
- Pain Management114
- Migraine112
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis108
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital133
- Riphah International University125
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris112
- Mayo Clinic99
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing94
- VA Office of Research and Development93
- Hospices Civils de Lyon79
- Johns Hopkins University70
- National Taiwan University Hospital70
- University of Minnesota64
Where studies are running
- California678
- Massachusetts300
- New York292
- Florida275
- Texas267
- Maryland245
- Arizona213
- Alabama211
- Illinois189
- Pennsylvania178
Recruiting studies12,423 total
- NCT05567744Recruiting
Registry for families affected by CADASIL
This trial is a registry that collects information from adults who have CADASIL in their family, or who may be at risk. It helps researchers better understand CADASIL and who it affects, which can support future studies.
Madison, WisconsinAges 18–90 - NCT05566769Recruiting
Test a phone tool for self-checks in NMOSD
This study tests a digital (phone) tool that helps people with NMOSD do unsupervised self-assessments between clinic visits. It looks at how well the tool works and whether it is safe and understandable for patients.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05567237Recruiting
Microcurrent therapy with or without exercise for adults 40–65
This study compares microcurrent treatment (a low-level electrical current) and resistance exercises to see how they affect muscle performance and recovery. It may help people who are not regularly exercising learn which approach works better for improving physical function.
LondonAges 40–65 - NCT05568199Recruiting
Study of brain imaging in people with DBS for Parkinson’s
This trial is for adults with Parkinson’s who already have a deep brain stimulation (DBS) device and who can have 7‑Tesla (7T) brain imaging. The study uses the MRI pictures to help researchers learn more about Parkinson’s and how the brain changes with treatment.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 21 years+ - NCT05568498RecruitingPhase 2
Probiotic trial for depression in Parkinson’s disease
This Phase 2 study tests whether taking probiotics can improve depression and mood symptoms in people with Parkinson’s disease. It’s meant for those with mild to moderate depression and stable Parkinson’s and mood treatments.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 40–80 - NCT05569122RecruitingPhase 1
Studying an MRI contrast method in mitochondrial muscle disease
This Phase 1 study tests a special MRI approach (using a contrast agent) to better measure changes in muscles in people with mitochondrial diseases. It also includes some healthy volunteers and other critically ill patients to compare results and check safety.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 10–60 - NCT05570149Recruiting
Study of eptinezumab in people with frequent migraine
This real-world study looks at how well eptinezumab (an antibody medicine for migraine prevention) works for people with frequent episodic or chronic migraine as they get usual care. You may be asked to share health information and treatment details to see what helps most in everyday life.
Roma, RMAges 18–75 - NCT05571033Recruiting
Training the ankle reflex in adults with spastic cerebral palsy
This study tests a method to retrain a reflex in the ankle to help reduce muscle tightness and improve movement in adults with spastic cerebral palsy. You would do controlled practice during the study while your usual medical care stays stable.
White Plains, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05571150Recruiting
Stroke rehab training for patients and their caregivers together
This study tests a new “together” training approach for people recovering from their first stroke and their primary caregivers. The goal is to improve recovery and day-to-day support by teaching the patient-caregiver pair how to work together.
TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT05571579Recruiting
Collecting blood and tissue samples from confirmed brain tumors
This study collects biological samples from adults with a confirmed brain tumor. Samples may help researchers better understand brain tumors and improve future treatments.
Bron, RhôneAges 18 years+ - NCT05572073Recruiting
Study of otoferlin hearing loss over time
This study follows people with hearing loss caused by changes (mutations) in the otoferlin gene to better understand how hearing and hearing-related test results change over time. It may help researchers prepare for future treatments by building a clear picture of the natural course of the condition.
Iowa City, IowaAges Up to 44 years - NCT05573490Recruiting
Lifestyle program study for early-onset Alzheimer’s
This study tests a structured lifestyle intervention to help people with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. It is designed for adults with confirmed Alzheimer’s-related brain changes, and may help with symptoms or day-to-day functioning.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 40–75 - NCT05574634Recruiting
Study of brain signaling and distraction in aging adults
This study looks at how a deep brain area helps people focus and ignore distractions as we get older. You may be invited if you’re a healthy adult and can safely complete brain-related testing.
Blacksburg, VirginiaAges 18–75 - NCT05575401Recruiting
Track surgery results in kids getting tonsil removal
This trial looks at how well a specific throat surgery technique works in children who are having their tonsils removed (with or without removing adenoids). It may help improve how doctors choose and perform surgery for safer, better recovery.
Murrieta, CaliforniaAges 3–17 - NCT05576090Recruiting
Study tests sleep skills in UCLA students with insomnia symptoms
This study looks at whether sleep techniques can improve sleep problems. It’s designed for UCLA students living on campus who report meaningful insomnia symptoms, and it may help you learn practical ways to sleep better.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–22 - NCT05576103Recruiting
Study of brain tumor thinking and MRI during radiation
This study follows adults with a primary brain tumor to understand how thinking skills and brain images change over time during radiation therapy. It may help researchers measure treatment effects and better track brain changes.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–99 - NCT05576948Recruiting
Study of how cerebral palsy may develop in babies
This study follows infants who already have cerebral palsy or who seem at high risk to develop it. It looks at early brain and movement signs over time, which may help doctors recognize CP sooner and plan support.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 3 months–2 years - NCT05576818RecruitingPhase 3
Synbiotic add-on for people with Parkinson’s disease
This trial tests whether adding a synbiotic (a mix of probiotics and prebiotics) along with standard Parkinson’s medicines can improve symptoms or health outcomes. It’s mainly for adults with Parkinson’s disease at earlier to mid-stages who take dopamine replacement therapy.
Tanta, El GharbiaAges 45–65 - NCT05577754RecruitingPhase 2
Trial tests alpelisib for MCAP with PIK3CA mutations
This Phase 2 study tests alpelisib in children and adults with MCAP, a condition caused by a specific PIK3CA gene mutation. The goal is to see if the treatment is effective and safe, while carefully monitoring blood sugar and organ function.
AmiensAges 2–40 - NCT05578300Recruiting
Translating thrombectomy care into real-world practice in Asia-Pacific
This study aims to help endovascular thrombectomy for certain severe strokes work well in everyday hospital care across Asia-Pacific. You may be considered if you’re an adult with a specific type of stroke blocked in a major brain blood vessel.
Linyi, ShandongAges 18 years+ - NCT05579548Recruiting
Study of Pegvaliase use in pregnancy and breastfeeding for PKU
This study looks at how taking Pegvaliase during pregnancy and breastfeeding affects pregnancy, baby health, and early infant outcomes in people with PKU. It may help improve care guidance for patients and babies exposed to Pegvaliase before birth.
Wilmington, North CarolinaAges Any age - NCT05581680Recruiting
Facial movement study comparing people with and without facial weakness
This study uses special sensors (electrodes and small markers) to measure how facial muscles move. It compares people with peripheral facial palsy to people without facial problems to better understand facial movement changes.
Amiens, PicardieAges 18 years+ - NCT05582161RecruitingPhase 2
Test drug target for Alzheimer’s or memory loss
This Phase 2 study looks at how well a medicine that targets DAO (an enzyme in the body) helps people with Alzheimer’s disease or mild cognitive impairment. You may be considered if your memory symptoms are mild to moderate and you meet specific brain-function and symptom scoring rules.
Kaohsiung CityAges 50–90 - NCT05582200Recruiting
PET brain scan to study inflammation cells in Alzheimer’s
This study uses a special PET brain scan to look at two types of brain immune cells in people with Alzheimer’s. It may help researchers better understand Alzheimer’s and how these cells change over time.
Houston, TexasAges 18–90
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,425 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 19,436 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Brain & nervous system” cover here?
- Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We group each study into brain & nervous system based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a brain & nervous system trial near me?
- Use the search to filter brain & nervous system studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
Other specialties
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.