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
- NCT03914378Recruiting
Study how radiation and cisplatin affect hearing in head and neck cancer
This study looks at how radiotherapy, and possibly cisplatin chemotherapy, affect hearing in people treated for head and neck cancer. It may help doctors better predict hearing side effects and plan hearing monitoring or prevention.
ManchesterAges 18 years+ - NCT05727605Recruiting
Thinking changes after radiotherapy for brain and skull-base tumors
This trial studies how radiotherapy affects memory and thinking in adults with certain brain or skull-base tumors. It may help doctors understand who is most likely to have thinking changes and how to monitor or support patients.
GhentAges 18 years+ - NCT05565833RecruitingPhase 2
Online sleep program for insomnia and thinking problems
This Phase 2 study tests an internet-based sleep program to help older adults with insomnia and related thinking difficulties. It may help improve sleep and reduce how much tiredness and sleep disruption affect daily life.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 65 years+ - NCT06148051Recruiting
Australian CADASIL study: learning more about this condition
This study is building a group of Australians with CADASIL (a genetic condition that affects blood vessels in the brain) to learn more about the disease. As a participant, you will have a medical exam, a blood test, and a short memory test.
Newcastle, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT06399939Recruiting
Biphasic sleep in 9-month-old infants
This study looks at how infants sleep in two different patterns (biphasic sleep) and how that relates to their development. If your child is 9 months old and healthy, researchers will track their sleep and development over the next 6 months.
Amherst, MassachusettsAges 9 months–1.3 years - NCT05159687RecruitingPhase 3
Atomoxetine to help prevent fainting from vasovagal episodes
This Phase 3 study tests whether atomoxetine can reduce how often vasovagal fainting happens. It may help people who have frequent fainting episodes with triggers like stress or standing for long periods.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT06279065Recruiting
Gut bacteria and giant cell arteritis study
This trial looks at how the bacteria in your gut might affect giant cell arteritis, a condition that causes inflammation in blood vessels. It aims to help doctors better understand the disease.
Bonn, North Rhine-WestphaliaAges 18 years+ - NCT03396562Recruiting
Study of early development in babies with extra sex chromosomes
This study follows infants and young children with conditions caused by having an extra sex chromosome (like XXY, XYY, or XXX) to learn how health and development unfold over time. It may help families and doctors understand what to expect and what support could be helpful.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 1 month–1.1 years - NCT04250454Recruiting
Early treatment for babies at risk of cerebral palsy
This trial looks at an early intervention for very young babies who show signs they may develop cerebral palsy. The goal is to improve development as early as possible, especially in babies with concerning brain scan findings or movement patterns.
Charlottenlund, København CityAges 2 months–5 months - NCT04186286RecruitingPhase 2
Testing propranolol vs ivabradine for POTS symptoms
This study compares two heart-rate medicines—propranolol and ivabradine—to see which better improves symptoms in people with POTS. It uses a “crossover” design, meaning you may try one medicine and then switch to the other.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18–60 - NCT06345625Recruiting
Balance and walking with head movement in older adults
This study looks at how older adults keep their balance and walk when their head is moving. You may be asked to stand or walk while your head gently moves, so researchers can understand how your body reacts.
AntwerpAges 65–100 - NCT05664464RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Glutamate drugs for newly diagnosed brain tumor treatment
This Phase 1/2 study tests whether “glutamate inhibitor” medications can be safely added for newly diagnosed glioblastoma, and how they affect treatment outcomes. It’s designed for adults who will also receive the standard chemo‑radiation plan with temozolomide.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT04114799Recruiting
Tests brain-surgery monitoring to optimize circulation
This study checks a monitoring approach during brain tumor surgery to help control blood flow and heart-related measurements. It may benefit you by making surgery safer and helping the team respond faster during the operation.
Hradec KrálovéAges 18 years+ - NCT05755737RecruitingPhase 2
Ondansetron to prevent fainting episodes from vasovagal syncope
This Phase 2 study tests whether ondansetron can help prevent future fainting (vasovagal syncope) in adults who have had recent episodes. If it works, it may reduce how often you faint and improve safety in everyday situations.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18–100 - NCT06324422Recruiting
Exercise for Parkinson's fatigue
This trial tests if a structured exercise program can reduce fatigue in people with Parkinson's disease. It may help you feel less tired and improve daily function.
Aarhus, Central JutlandAges 40 years+ - NCT03981003Recruiting
Blood tests to track brain and nerve changes in MS
This study measures blood markers (from a serum blood sample) to see how nerve and brain changes relate to MS disease activity and disability over time. It may help researchers better monitor MS, especially in people followed in the OFSEP program.
AmiensAges 15 years+ - NCT06048796Recruiting
Early stopping of sedation after cardiac arrest with normal EEG
This study is testing whether it is safe to stop sedation and temperature management early in cardiac arrest patients who have a normal-looking brain wave test (EEG). If you qualify, you would stop sedation sooner than usual, which may help you wake up faster.
Arnhem, GelderlandAges 18 years+ - NCT01558479Recruiting
Parkinson’s genetics study for adults in affected families
This study looks at genetic (inherited) factors in Parkinson’s disease. It may help researchers better understand why Parkinson’s happens and could guide future prevention or treatments.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06400901Recruiting
Brain signals during recovery from anesthesia for DBS patients
This trial records brain activity during recovery from general anesthesia in people undergoing deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. It aims to understand how the brain wakes up after anesthesia.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT04677751Recruiting
Testing acupuncture effects in people with an implanted seizure device
This study looks at how adding acupuncture may change seizure activity in people who already have an implanted RNS seizure monitor and stimulator. You might benefit by learning whether acupuncture helps with seizure patterns without changing your usual treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 15–60 - NCT03418441Recruiting
Study infections of the brain and spinal fluid in Denmark
This trial focuses on people in Denmark who may have an infection in the brain or the fluid around the brain and spinal cord. Researchers aim to collect and compare diagnostic results for different infection types (viral meningitis, bacterial meningitis, encephalitis, and others) to help confirm the cause and guide care.
AalborgAges 18 years+ - NCT04496973Recruiting
Parkinson’s disease research registry for adults
This registry asks people with Parkinson’s disease to join a research program at the University of Delaware. Being in the registry may help you get invited to investigator-led studies that could improve understanding or treatment of Parkinson’s.
Newark, DelawareAges 21–100 - NCT06413277Recruiting
ECAP-controlled spinal cord stimulation for chronic pelvic pain
This trial tests a new type of spinal cord stimulator that uses closed-loop technology to treat chronic pelvic pain caused by a known injury. It may be an option if your pain is severe and hasn't responded to other treatments.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT04217421RecruitingPhase 3
Allopurinol for newborns needing heart surgery with bypass
This trial tests whether the medicine allopurinol can protect the brain and heart in newborns with serious congenital heart disease who need heart surgery soon after birth. It may help reduce injury during and around surgery that uses a heart-lung machine (cardiopulmonary bypass).
GroningenAges Up to 1 month
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.