Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,432 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,770
- Phase 2785
- Phase 1574
- Phase 3537
- Phase 4342
- Phase 1/Phase 2303
- Phase 2/Phase 3121
Top conditions
- Stroke846
- Parkinson Disease424
- Multiple Sclerosis343
- Alzheimer Disease340
- Dementia226
- Ischemic Stroke200
- Epilepsy196
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea155
- Insomnia153
- Spinal Cord Injuries153
- Sarcopenia149
- Traumatic Brain Injury149
- Acute Ischemic Stroke141
- Cerebral Palsy131
- Mild Cognitive Impairment129
- Pain Management114
- Migraine112
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis107
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital134
- Riphah International University126
- 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
- California674
- Massachusetts300
- New York291
- Florida274
- Texas267
- Maryland245
- Arizona214
- Alabama209
- Illinois190
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies12,430 total
- NCT06376331RecruitingPhase 1
Washed gut bacteria transplant for ADHD
This trial tests whether transplanting specially cleaned gut bacteria from healthy donors can help children with ADHD. It aims to see if improving the balance of gut bacteria can reduce ADHD symptoms.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 3–17 - NCT06376500Recruiting
Brain stimulation to help thinking after concussion
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can help improve thinking and memory problems that some people have after a mild concussion. tDCS uses a small electrical current from scalp electrodes to gently activate parts of the brain.
Hung Hom, KowloonAges 18–65 - NCT06377033Recruiting
Using health records to advance genomic medicine for all
This study uses electronic health records to learn how to improve genomic medicine across a diverse health system. It may help make DNA-based healthcare more accessible and effective for people with certain conditions.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06377215Recruiting
How well do you hear speech in noise?
This study tests how well people understand speech in noisy settings, comparing younger and older adults with normal hearing and older adults with hearing loss. It aims to improve our understanding of hearing aid benefits.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18–80 - NCT06377371RecruitingPhase 4
Intraoperative tracing of meningioma with copper-64 DOTATATE
This trial tests a special imaging agent called [Cu64]DOTATATE that helps surgeons see meningioma tumors during surgery. It may make tumor removal more complete and safer.
New York, New YorkAges 18–99 - NCT06377696RecruitingPhase 2
Metformin study for brain tumor survivors after radiation
This study tests whether metformin, a common diabetes medicine, can help protect thinking and memory skills in people who have had radiation for a brain tumor. You will use a smartwatch and take online tests from home to track your progress.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT06378515Recruiting
Physical activity, sleep, and brain health in students
This study looks at how physical activity and sleep affect your brain health, especially the glymphatic system — a system that helps clear waste from your brain. It is for university students and could help you understand how your daily habits influence your brain.
ValenciaAges 18–40 - NCT06378619Recruiting
Using a tap test and spiral drawing to diagnose tremors
This study uses a simple tapping test and drawing a spiral (like on paper) to tell the difference between tremors caused by Parkinson's disease and essential tremor. It may help you get a more accurate diagnosis without extra procedures.
Barcelona, CataloniaAges 45–79 - NCT06379074Recruiting
Sleep in pregnancy and postpartum mental health
This study looks at how poor sleep during pregnancy might affect stress and mental health after childbirth. It aims to help new mothers by understanding these links.
Bologna, BolognaAges 18 years+ - NCT06379646Recruiting
YTS109 cell therapy for autoimmune disease
This study tests a new cell therapy (YTS109) for people with autoimmune diseases like lupus or Sjogren's syndrome that have not improved or keep coming back after standard treatments. It aims to see if the treatment can help control the disease.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06380049Recruiting
Predicting fall risk after stroke with sensors and AI
This study uses special sensors and machine learning to predict fall risk in people who recently had a stroke. It aims to help you and your care team take steps to prevent falls.
Seoul, JongnoAges 19 years+ - NCT06380387Recruiting
Metabolism in children before and after brain tumor treatment
This study looks at how the body's energy use (metabolism) changes in children with a brain tumor before and after treatment. The goal is to understand how the tumor and its treatment affect the body, which may help improve care in the future.
Copenhagen, Copenhagen ØAges 6–18 - NCT06380517RecruitingPhase 3
Headset therapy vs patching for lazy eye in children
This study tests a new way to treat lazy eye (amblyopia) in 4 to 7 year olds using special shows watched through a headset (dichoptic therapy). It compares this to the standard treatment of wearing a patch over the stronger eye. The goal is to see if the headset therapy works as well or better than patching.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 4–7 - NCT06380491RecruitingPhase 4
Melatonin for nighttime blood pressure in sleep apnea
This study tests whether melatonin can help lower nighttime blood pressure and improve sleep quality in people with obstructive sleep apnea who have 'non-dipping' blood pressure (blood pressure that stays high at night).
Mexico CityAges 18–60 - NCT06380777Recruiting
Digital system for diagnosing and treating sarcopenia
This study is testing a new digital system to help diagnose and manage sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). It aims to make it easier for doctors to track and treat muscle loss, which can improve your strength and quality of life.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 45 years+ - NCT06381011Recruiting
Local vibration for neck pain from pinched nerve
This study tests whether gentle vibration applied to the neck can help relieve pain, numbness, or tingling caused by a pinched nerve in the neck. It's for people with moderate to severe neck pain or arm pain who haven't had neck surgery.
Bitlis, TatvanAges 18–70 - NCT06381388Recruiting
Brain connection study for arm recovery after stroke
This study looks at how the two sides of your brain work together to help your arm recover after a stroke. It uses brain stimulation (TMS) and MRI scans to understand brain healing and may help guide future treatments.
Utrecht, UtrechtAges 18 years+ - NCT06381531Recruiting
Tracing brain tumors through imaging over time
This study looks at CT or MRI scans of people with primary brain tumors to understand how these tumors change over time. It may help you if you have imaging before and after surgery or before radiation.
Mumbai, MaharashtraAges Any age - NCT06381713Recruiting
Speech therapy for children with cleft palate
This study compares two types of speech therapy for children with cleft palate. It looks at how well each type works and how much it costs, to help find the best way to improve your child's speech.
GhentAges 4–12 - NCT06381674Recruiting
Wearable tech for balance rehab after concussion
This study tests whether a wearable device can help people with balance and vision problems after a mild concussion. You will use the device to guide your own exercises and help improve your recovery.
Portland, OregonAges 18–60 - NCT06382883Recruiting
Lifestyle and activity for sleep apnea
This study tests a lifestyle and physical activity program as a treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. It is for people who have not tried CPAP and want to see if exercise and healthy habits can help.
JyväskyläAges 18–70 - NCT06383182Recruiting
Study of blood markers after stroke artery treatment
This study looks at how certain proteins in the blood change after a procedure to remove a large blockage in a brain artery. The goal is to better understand recovery after stroke treatment.
ShenyangAges 18–80 - NCT06383247Recruiting
Precision TMS for parkinson's motor symptoms
This trial tests a precise form of brain stimulation (called TMS) to see if it can improve movement problems like stiffness, slowness, or tremors in people with Parkinson's disease. Participants must have a stable medication routine and no metal implants or brain surgery history.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 40 years+ - NCT06383689Recruiting
Improving comfort during epilepsy monitoring
This study tests if changing how we give placebo pills during long hospital monitoring can make the experience better and less stressful for people with epilepsy. The goal is to improve care for those who need this test before epilepsy surgery.
Bonn, North Rhine-WestphaliaAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,432 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 19,532 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.