Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,407 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,742
- Phase 2782
- Phase 1577
- Phase 3534
- Phase 4342
- Phase 1/Phase 2307
- Phase 2/Phase 3123
Top conditions
- Stroke843
- Parkinson Disease429
- Alzheimer Disease342
- Multiple Sclerosis342
- Dementia226
- Ischemic Stroke200
- Epilepsy197
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea156
- Spinal Cord Injuries153
- Insomnia152
- Sarcopenia150
- Traumatic Brain Injury150
- Acute Ischemic Stroke138
- Cerebral Palsy131
- Mild Cognitive Impairment129
- Migraine114
- Pain Management113
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis108
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital133
- Riphah International University125
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris112
- Mayo Clinic98
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing93
- VA Office of Research and Development92
- Hospices Civils de Lyon79
- Johns Hopkins University70
- National Taiwan University Hospital70
- University of Minnesota64
Where studies are running
- California680
- Massachusetts299
- New York292
- Florida274
- Texas267
- Maryland246
- Arizona213
- Alabama209
- Illinois189
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies12,405 total
- NCT07752030Enrolling by invitation
Measuring treatment effects in cerebral palsy
This study looks at how well different treatments work for people with cerebral palsy. It may help doctors understand which treatments are best for improving walking and movement.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 16–30 - NCT06776549Recruiting
Cooling or normal temperature after cardiac arrest with ECMO
This trial tests if cooling the body (hypothermia) or keeping normal body temperature (normothermia) after emergency heart-lung support (ECMO) improves survival in adults who had a cardiac arrest outside the hospital.
Kurume, FukuokaAges 18–75 - NCT07491952Recruiting
Continuous Dual Aspiration for Stroke With Zoom System
This trial tests a new way to remove blood clots from the brain using the Zoom System with a continuous double-suction technique (CDAT). It aims to see how well this approach works for people having a stroke caused by a large vessel blockage.
Huntsville, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07052929RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Gene therapy study for young boys with XLMTM on ventilators
This study tests a new gene therapy called ASP2957 in young boys with X-linked myotubular myopathy who are dependent on a ventilator. The goal is to see if it can help improve their breathing and muscle strength.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Up to 3 years - NCT07739303Recruiting
Nerve block comparison for shoulder surgery
This study compares two types of numbing injections (nerve blocks) given before shoulder surgery to see which one provides better pain relief while keeping your diaphragm (the muscle that helps you breathe) working well.
Yenimahalle, AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT07735390Recruiting
Chinese Herbal Medicine for Insomnia: A Pilot Study
This trial tests whether two traditional Chinese herbal formulas can help improve sleep in people with chronic insomnia. If you have trouble sleeping and are open to herbal treatment, this study may be an option.
TainanAges 20 years+ - NCT06705452Recruiting
MRI study of unruptured brain aneurysm growth
This study uses MRI scans to track how brain aneurysms that haven't bled change over time. It may help doctors understand which aneurysms are most likely to grow.
ReimsAges 18 years+ - NCT07455383RecruitingPhase 3
Testing ALKS 2680 for adults with narcolepsy type 1
This study tests a new medication, ALKS 2680, to see if it helps reduce daytime sleepiness and other symptoms in adults with narcolepsy type 1. It may offer a new treatment option for people with this condition.
Cullman, AlabamaAges 18–70 - NCT07598370RecruitingPhase 1
Testing LY3439539 for early-stage Alzheimer's disease
This study tests an experimental drug called LY3439539 in people with early-stage Alzheimer's disease. The drug is designed to target protein changes in the brain that may slow memory loss and cognitive decline.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 50–85 - NCT07600736RecruitingPhase 2
Safety study of ABS-1230 for children with KCNT1 epilepsy
This trial tests a new drug called ABS-1230 in children and young adults with KCNT1-related epilepsy, a rare genetic form of epilepsy. The study will check if the drug is safe and if it helps reduce seizures.
Hackensack, New JerseyAges 1 month–21 years - NCT07256925Recruiting
Malnutrition screening for clinic patients
This trial is testing a simple screening tool to identify malnutrition risk in adults visiting hospital clinics. Participating could help researchers find better ways to spot nutrition problems early and connect you with help.
Sarıçam, AdanaAges 18 years+ - NCT06865820Recruiting
Testing Project UPLIFT for people with epilepsy
This study tests whether a program called Project UPLIFT helps people with epilepsy feel better. It uses phone or online sessions to teach skills and support mental health.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07540897RecruitingPhase 3
Testing ALKS 2680 for narcolepsy type 1
This study tests whether a new medication called ALKS 2680 can help people with narcolepsy type 1 stay more awake and alert during the day. Narcolepsy type 1 is a neurological condition where people fall asleep unexpectedly and may experience sudden muscle weakness.
Miami, FloridaAges 18–70 - NCT07733518Recruiting
Exercise comparison for knee osteoarthritis
This trial compares two types of exercise—eccentric training and low-load blood flow restriction training—to see which is better for reducing pain and improving function in people with knee osteoarthritis.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–70 - NCT05400174Recruiting
How blood pressure changes affect thinking and brain flow in Parkinson’s
This study measures how your blood pressure affects thinking skills and how blood flows in the brain in people with Parkinson’s. It may help researchers understand what blood-pressure changes could mean for cognition in Parkinson’s.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 50 years+ - NCT06077695Recruiting
Memory training after head injury
This study tests a computer-based training program to help improve working memory after a moderate or severe head injury. It is designed for people who still have memory problems at least 3 months after their injury.
ToulouseAges 18–60 - NCT07733674RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new imaging agent for brain and pancreatic tumors
This early-phase study tests a new imaging agent that may help see certain solid tumors (like brain cancer or pancreatic cancer) more clearly. You will receive a single injection of a radioactive tracer, then have several scans over a few days to see where the tracer goes and how long it stays.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06402968Recruiting
Clevidipine for treating high blood pressure after a brain bleed
This trial tests a blood pressure medicine called clevidipine given through an IV to people with a brain bleed (intracerebral hemorrhage). The goal is to see if quickly lowering blood pressure helps prevent more bleeding and improve recovery.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18–100 - NCT06733935RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of NKX019 for immune diseases
This trial tests an investigational cell therapy called NKX019 for people with certain autoimmune diseases like scleroderma, myositis, vasculitis, or rheumatoid arthritis. It aims to see if NKX019 can help control the disease when standard treatments have not worked well enough.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07459660Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Long-term study of ML-007C-MA for Alzheimer's psychosis
This trial tests a long-term treatment (ML-007C-MA) for people with Alzheimer's disease who have psychosis. It is for those who already completed an earlier study with the same drug and may benefit from continuing it. The goal is to see if ongoing treatment is helpful and safe.
Anaheim, CaliforniaAges 55–91 - NCT07036991Recruiting
Comparing two treatments for narrowed neck arteries
This trial tests whether adding a PCSK9 inhibitor to a statin is better than a statin alone for people with mild-to-moderate narrowing of the carotid artery (the main artery in the neck). It looks at how well these treatments slow plaque buildup and prevent strokes.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT07048600Recruiting
Brief trial of ACT-i for adults with chronic insomnia
This trial tests a psychological treatment called ACT-i for people with chronic insomnia (trouble sleeping for a long time). It aims to see if this online therapy can help improve sleep without drugs.
Cluj-NapocaAges 18–59 - NCT06620679Recruiting
Brain inflammation and stress in healthy men
This study explores how inflammation in the body affects the brain's response to stress. Healthy men will have brain scans and stress tests to understand this link better.
Leuven, Flemish BrabantAges 18–45 - NCT06615206Recruiting
First CRISPR RNA therapy for MECP2 duplication syndrome
This trial tests a new CRISPR therapy that edits RNA to treat a rare genetic condition called MECP2 duplication syndrome (MDS). It is for boys aged 2 to 18 who have stable seizures and no other major health problems, with the goal of improving symptoms and safety.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 2–18
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,407 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 19,276 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.