Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 11,934 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,337
- Phase 2764
- Phase 1555
- Phase 3514
- Phase 4340
- Phase 1/Phase 2299
- Phase 2/Phase 3125
Top conditions
- Stroke797
- Parkinson Disease395
- Alzheimer Disease337
- Multiple Sclerosis330
- Dementia224
- Epilepsy192
- Ischemic Stroke190
- Insomnia159
- Traumatic Brain Injury151
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea142
- Spinal Cord Injuries142
- Acute Ischemic Stroke139
- Sarcopenia135
- Mild Cognitive Impairment126
- Cerebral Palsy119
- Pain Management113
- Migraine107
- Fibromyalgia105
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital124
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris109
- Riphah International University105
- Mayo Clinic98
- VA Office of Research and Development92
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing89
- Hospices Civils de Lyon77
- Johns Hopkins University69
- University of Minnesota63
- Washington University School of Medicine63
Where studies are running
- California655
- Massachusetts304
- New York295
- Florida267
- Texas267
- Maryland248
- Arizona209
- Alabama205
- Illinois183
- Pennsylvania175
Recruiting studies11,934 total
- NCT06036095RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two types of anesthesia in older adults having surgery
This study compares two types of general anesthesia for older adults (70+) having planned non-heart, non-brain surgery that lasts at least 2 hours. The goal is to see which type might be better for preserving thinking and memory after surgery.
Portland, OregonAges 70–110 - NCT06353620Recruiting
Brain connections study for certain epilepsies and genetic syndromes
This study uses MRI and a special EEG to understand brain connections in people with specific types of epilepsy or genetic conditions like Angelman syndrome and Dup15q. It may help find better ways to treat these conditions.
Conegliano, TrevisoAges 6–75 - NCT06231186Recruiting
Study of iHD-SRT for brain metastases
This study tests a new type of radiation therapy (iHD-SRT) for people with brain metastases. It aims to see if this approach is safe and effective for treating tumors that have spread to the brain.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT05450822Recruiting
Personalized testing to guide treatment for epilepsy
This trial uses detailed brain tests to better match people with epilepsy to the right treatment. It may help by using “precision medicine” methods to understand what in the brain is driving seizures.
CopenhagenAges 16–55 - NCT05968313Recruiting
Brain scan study of pain feelings in teens who self-harm
This study uses brain activity during a task to understand how teens who self-harm react to pain and empathy. It may help researchers learn what brain differences are linked with non-suicidal self-injury and guide better support for teens.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 15–18 - NCT06356207Recruiting
Measuring heart pause time in fainting during tilt table test
This study tests a new way to measure how long it takes for your heart to pause during a tilt table test, in people with reflex fainting spells. The results may help doctors decide if a pacemaker is right for you.
BolzanoAges 18 years+ - NCT06044662Recruiting
Predicting nerve damage with blood markers
This study looks at certain markers in the blood that may help predict how polyneuropathy (nerve damage) will progress. It involves physical tests, and results could help doctors better understand the condition.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT05034172Recruiting
Study of markers in inherited movement disorders
This study looks for biological “markers” (measurable signs in the body) in people with inherited movement disorders, and in some related family members or healthy volunteers. It may help researchers better understand these conditions, especially for future diagnosis and care.
ParisAges 7 years+ - NCT06051240RecruitingPhase 2
Lithium to prevent thinking problems after brain radiation
This study tests if the drug lithium can help prevent memory and thinking problems that sometimes happen after brain radiation for a brain tumor. You may qualify if you are under 18 when treated and had radiation within the last 7 years.
Solna, Stockholm CountyAges 5 years+ - NCT02559804Recruiting
Study of nerve tumors in children affecting the spine canal
This study follows children and teens with certain nerve-cell tumors (like neuroblastoma) that involve the spinal canal. It collects information on how these tumors behave and how treatments and outcomes may differ, aiming to improve care over the long term.
GenovaAges Up to 18 years - NCT05718440Recruiting
Checking risk factors for urinary and related issues
This study looks at why some adults with spinal dysraphism develop problems with bladder, bowel, and/or sexual function. It gathers information during a one-day visit to help doctors better understand risk factors.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06362525Recruiting
Episodes of Disconnected Consciousness in Emergency Patients
This study looks at brief episodes of being disconnected from your surroundings among very ill emergency patients. Researchers want to see how often this happens and what it means for recovery.
LiègeAges 18 years+ - NCT05976152RecruitingPhase 3
Butyphthalide to improve thinking after a recent stroke
This Phase 3 study tests whether butyphthalide can help thinking and memory improve after an acute ischemic stroke. It compares people who take the study medicine versus usual care, and measures cognitive (thinking) changes over follow-up.
Dandong, LiaoningAges 60 years+ - NCT05754372Recruiting
Dialysis-focused treatment study for newborn high ammonia
This trial looks at how to best treat newborns with very high ammonia in the blood when urgent dialysis is needed. It may help doctors choose the most effective way to rapidly lower ammonia and improve outcomes in babies with certain inherited metabolic conditions.
GhentAges Up to 1 year - NCT06169046RecruitingPhase 2
Clenbuterol for spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy
This study tests if clenbuterol (a medication that may help strengthen muscles) can improve symptoms in people with spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy (SBMA, also called Kennedy's disease). It compares clenbuterol to a placebo (a dummy pill) over several months.
Padova, PDAges 18–75 - NCT06364670Recruiting
Acupuncture for tinnitus: brain imaging study
This study is testing whether acupuncture can help treat tinnitus by using a special brain imaging technique (fNIRS) to see how the brain responds. It may help find out who benefits most from acupuncture.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–60 - NCT06367400Recruiting
Validating a Sleep Questionnaire for Swedish Children
This study tests a sleep questionnaire designed to help diagnose sleep-related breathing problems in children. It aims to see if the questionnaire works well for Swedish children, making it easier for doctors to spot these issues early.
UppsalaAges 1.5 years–15 years - NCT06439355Recruiting
Taste test for Parkinson's and Lewy body disease
This study measures how well people with Parkinson's or Lewy body disease can taste, using a special test. It aims to understand if taste problems are linked to these conditions and could help with earlier diagnosis.
DijonAges 18 years+ - NCT06372054Recruiting
Predicting health risks for Italian Air Force members
This study aims to develop smart risk models using your body's data (like proteins and genes) along with personal exposure readings. It will help predict health risks for Italian Air Force personnel. You will wear a monitor and give samples, then be followed over time.
MilanAges 26–38 - NCT06116630Recruiting
Brain health after stroke risk factors study
This study looks at how well the brain works after a stroke or in people with stroke risk factors. It uses a special MRI scan to understand brain changes that may affect thinking and memory.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 45–90 - NCT06372587Recruiting
Next-generation Alzheimer's treatment study
This study tests a new treatment for people with probable Alzheimer's disease. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and effective for patients between 18 and 80 years old.
RomaAges 18–80 - NCT06373341Recruiting
Virtual reality rehab for arm and hand after ICU stay
This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) games can help you regain movement and strength in your arms and hands after a long hospital stay in the ICU. It is designed for people who live in the Frisian region of the Netherlands and can understand Dutch.
Leeuwarden, Provincie FrieslandAges 18 years+ - NCT06375213Recruiting
Memory and thinking study for all ages
This study looks at how well people think and remember as they age. It includes healthy volunteers, people with mild memory issues, and those with dementia—both early- and late-onset.
Pathum Wan, BangkokAges 35 years+ - NCT06195800Recruiting
Biomarkers after stem cell transplant for neurological diseases
This trial looks at biomarkers (biological signs in your blood) in people with immune-mediated neurological diseases. It compares those getting a stem cell transplant to those on high-efficacy MS treatments to understand how these therapies work.
Sheffield, EnglandAges 16 years+
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 11,934 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 18,325 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.