Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,497 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,839
- Phase 2787
- Phase 1573
- Phase 3531
- Phase 4344
- Phase 1/Phase 2304
- Phase 2/Phase 3119
Top conditions
- Stroke856
- Parkinson Disease424
- Alzheimer Disease341
- Multiple Sclerosis341
- Dementia228
- Ischemic Stroke201
- Epilepsy196
- Insomnia156
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea155
- Traumatic Brain Injury154
- Spinal Cord Injuries151
- Sarcopenia149
- Acute Ischemic Stroke141
- Cerebral Palsy129
- Mild Cognitive Impairment128
- Migraine113
- Pain Management113
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis107
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital135
- Riphah International University125
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris112
- Mayo Clinic98
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing94
- VA Office of Research and Development92
- Hospices Civils de Lyon79
- Johns Hopkins University71
- National Taiwan University Hospital69
- University of Minnesota63
Where studies are running
- California675
- Massachusetts305
- New York294
- Florida277
- Texas270
- Maryland245
- Alabama213
- Arizona211
- Illinois193
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies12,495 total
- NCT02945774Recruiting
Brain imaging study of inflammation in frontotemporal dementia
This study uses brain scans to look for signs of inflammation in people with probable frontotemporal dementia, and in healthy volunteers for comparison. It may help researchers understand what’s happening in the brain and how it changes over time.
London, OntarioAges 30–95 - NCT03270059RecruitingPhase 2
MRI with special contrast to study brain and other CNS problems
This trial tests whether two special MRI contrast medicines—gadolinium and ferumoxytol—can better diagnose problems in the brain or central nervous system. It may help doctors identify what’s causing symptoms or abnormal brain findings.
Portland, OregonAges 10 years+ - NCT03218332Recruiting
Study of concussion symptoms in professional athletes
This study looks at persistent symptoms after concussions in professional athletes and compares different concussion histories. It aims to understand what contributes to ongoing problems and whether certain patterns can be identified to guide better care.
Toronto, OntarioAges 25–85 - NCT03362164Recruiting
Studying heart involvement in people with Fabry disease
This study looks at how the heart is affected in adults with Fabry disease. It may help doctors better understand heart-related changes in order to guide care.
Würzburg, BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT03109288RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Biomarker-guided combination treatment for residual multiple sclerosis activity
This early-phase study tests combination treatments for multiple sclerosis (MS) based on lab “biomarkers” found in the spinal fluid. It aims to reduce ongoing MS activity and help determine which treatment combinations may work best for different people.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT03240653Recruiting
Study to sort people with Gaucher disease into groups
This study looks at people with Gaucher disease (types I, II, or III) to better “group” patients for understanding and future research. If you (or your child) have confirmed Gaucher disease, you may be asked to share information and follow a study schedule.
BirminghamAges Any age - NCT03184038Recruiting
Testing brain function in people with brain metastases after radiosurgery
This study looks at how well your thinking and memory work after treatment with radiosurgery for brain metastases. It may help researchers understand which patients benefit best and how to monitor side effects on brain function.
Sewell, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT03222375Recruiting
Home treatment for autism using special sound and imaging devices
This trial studies a home-based treatment for autism (or related conditions) using specially designed sound, image, and electromagnetic devices. It aims to see whether this personalized “treatment code” and device approach can improve autism-related skills and behaviors.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 1 month–21 years - NCT03042026Recruiting
Testing a simple system to recognize acromegaly
This study tests a simple recognition tool to help tell whether someone has acromegaly or not. It may be useful for faster, easier identification of the condition.
TaipeiAges 20–80 - NCT03356392Recruiting
Registry for stroke patients getting clot-busting treatment
This study records information from adults with an acute ischemic stroke (a stroke caused by a blocked artery) who receive clot-busting medicine within 4.5 hours. It may help doctors better understand which patients benefit from treatment and how care decisions are made for certain blocked brain arteries.
Hamburg, Free and Hanseatic City of HamburgAges 18 years+ - NCT02980640Recruiting
Swiss Multiple Sclerosis Registry for adults with MS
This registry enrolls people with a confirmed diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) who are age 18 or older and live in Switzerland (or receive their MS care there). It helps researchers better understand MS in the Swiss population and may improve future studies and care.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT03267615Recruiting
Study in advanced liver scarring using pressure and stiffness tests
This study looks at people over 18 who have advanced, long-term liver scarring. It uses specialized measurements of liver stiffness and pressure to confirm eligibility and may help doctors better understand this condition.
ViennaAges 18–100 - NCT03035851Recruiting
Exercise program for older adults at risk of memory decline
This trial tests whether a structured aerobic (heart-pumping) exercise program can improve memory and thinking in older adults who feel memory trouble but have not been diagnosed with dementia. It focuses on people who are “at increased risk” due to common health factors like high blood pressure or diabetes.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 50–80 - NCT03080129Recruiting
Study gut microbes and muscle loss in liver cirrhosis
This study looks at the gut microbiome (the helpful bacteria in your gut) and muscle loss (sarcopenia) in people with liver cirrhosis. It may help researchers understand what changes in the gut and body can go along with getting weaker, so better treatments can be developed.
GrazAges 18–100 - NCT02978911Recruiting
MRI brain scan study for tumors needing skull-base surgery
This study looks at how MRI pictures can show the brain nerve pathways in adults with a skull-base tumor that needs surgery. The goal is to improve surgical planning and outcomes by better mapping what areas the surgery will affect.
BronAges 18 years+ - NCT03161652RecruitingPhase 2
Levosulpiride for diabetic eye swelling and retinopathy
This Phase 2 study tests whether levosulpiride can improve changes in the retina in people with diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema (eye swelling that can affect vision). It may help by targeting chemicals in the body that could affect eye tissue and inflammation.
Querétaro City, QuerétaroAges 40–69 - NCT03307330Recruiting
Study of body fat in people with obstructive sleep apnea
This study looks at how body fat (“adipose tissue”) may differ in people with obstructive sleep apnea. You may be asked for consent and could be asked to stop certain medicines short-term so researchers can take a safe fat sample.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–60 - NCT03288948Recruiting
Binocular game therapy for lazy eye
This study tests a treatment that uses both eyes together (binocular games) to improve vision in children with “lazy eye” (amblyopia). It may help the weaker eye work better while the child practices at home and during study visits.
Dallas, TexasAges 4–10 - NCT03321370Recruiting
Study of brain swelling after severe head injury surgery
This trial looks at changes in brain activity after severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) when patients need emergency skull surgery. The goal is to better understand what happens in the brain after surgery and whether earlier recognition could help care after injury.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT05851768Recruiting
Easing thoracotomy pain with two different drugs
This trial compares two drugs added to a standard numbing medicine to see which works better for pain relief after chest surgery (thoracotomy). It may help find a way to reduce pain more effectively.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT04085887RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Uses a targeted dye to help find brain tumors during surgery
This early-stage trial tests whether an injected medicine with a glowing dye (panitumumab-IRDye800) can help doctors better see pediatric brain tumors during planned surgery. If it works, it may help surgeons remove more tumor tissue safely.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 6 months–25 years - NCT07677033Recruiting
Bone and muscle health study for adults
This study looks at how well your bones and muscles work together. By measuring your bone density and handgrip strength, doctors can better understand your bone health and find ways to keep you strong as you age.
Küçükçekmece, IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT05432349Recruiting
Rett syndrome genetic registry for MECP2 changes
This trial is a registry that collects health and genetic information from people with Rett syndrome. It may help researchers better understand how MECP2 loss-of-function changes lead to symptoms and how to support patients.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges birth–99 years - NCT07676851Recruiting
Predicting dementia risk in older adults with depression
This study looks at whether certain health factors can predict the risk of dementia in older adults who have depression. Your medical records will be reviewed to help create a risk score.
Nanchang, JiangxiAges 50 years+
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,497 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 19,911 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.