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
- NCT07244835RecruitingPhase 1
A study of DEG6498 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug, DEG6498, for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. It may be an option if your cancer has a BRAF mutation or is a type of liver cancer called HCC.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07674927Recruiting
Rhythmic music to improve walking after spinal cord injury
This study tests whether listening to rhythmic music can help people with spinal cord injury walk more smoothly. You will walk while wearing special headphones that play music timed to your steps.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07675746RecruitingEarly Phase 1
RC001 for children with Dravet syndrome
This early-phase trial tests an experimental medicine called RC001 in children with Dravet syndrome caused by SCN1A gene changes. The goal is to see if RC001 is safe and how the body processes it, with the hope of reducing seizures.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 2–18 - NCT07675473RecruitingPhase 4
Pain relief before lung nodule localization
This trial tests giving a pain medicine (parecoxib) before a CT-guided lung nodule procedure to see if it reduces pain during the treatment. It's for people with non-small cell lung cancer who need a wire placed in their lung before surgery.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07675070Recruiting
Temozolomide (Amitzo) for grade III or IV brain tumors
This trial studies a new form of the chemotherapy drug temozolomide (called Amitzo) in people with aggressive brain tumors (grade III or IV gliomas). It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective, and is for patients who need treatment for a new diagnosis or for tumors that have come back after standard care.
TehranAges 18–80 - NCT07675109Recruiting
Extended therapy for restless legs syndrome
This study tests a device that delivers nerve stimulation to help with restless legs syndrome (RLS). It aims to see if using the device for a longer period each night can reduce RLS symptoms and improve sleep.
Pleasanton, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT07674758Recruiting
Understanding heart risk in Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy
This study looks at heart health in people with Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy to find better ways to predict and track heart problems. The goal is to improve future treatment trials.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT07675993Recruiting
Sleep and anesthesia in non-heart surgery
This study looks at how sleep problems before surgery affect the amount of anesthesia needed and how well you recover after non-cardiac surgery. The goal is to help doctors personalize care for better recovery.
Yinchuan, NingxiaAges 18–65 - NCT06051123Recruiting
Probiotics for ALS and related disorders
This trial tests whether probiotics (healthy bacteria) can help people with ALS. You'll take a probiotic or placebo daily for several months, and researchers will track your symptoms and gut health.
Fredericton, New BrunswickAges 18 years+ - NCT06315192Recruiting
Stroke alarm app trial for faster care
This trial tests a smartphone app called Stroke Alarm to see if it helps people who have had a recent stroke, mini-stroke, or have untreated atrial fibrillation get faster care. You may be eligible if you are 50 or older, have a smartphone, and had a relevant event in the last 2 weeks.
GothenburgAges 18 years+ - NCT07676110Recruiting
Music and nature visuals for emotional well-being
This study tests if listening to enhanced music and watching natural visuals can improve your emotional health. You'll use your own headphones and a smartphone or tablet to take part.
Fort Collins, ColoradoAges 13 years+ - NCT07676578Recruiting
Virtual reality walking rehab for recent stroke patients
This study tests if using a virtual reality headset during walking exercises can help people who had a stroke within the past 1 to 6 months improve their walking. You might be able to join if you can walk a bit but still need help or practice, and your doctor approves.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18 years+ - NCT06819904Recruiting
Combined talk therapy and balance rehab for mild TBI
This trial tests a new type of therapy that combines acceptance and commitment therapy (a counseling approach) with vestibular rehabilitation (exercises for balance and dizziness). It's designed for people with mild traumatic brain injury who still have symptoms like dizziness, anxiety, or memory problems.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–49 - NCT05595954Recruiting
Personalized anesthesia plan to protect the brain during heart surgery
This trial studies whether tailoring anesthesia and monitoring the brain’s blood-flow control during heart surgery can improve neurological outcomes (brain-related function and recovery). It may help by guiding anesthesia in a more individualized way and checking how well the brain is protected during the operation.
BaselAges 65 years+ - NCT07316101Recruiting
Anti-fog device for brain tumor surgery through the nose
This trial tests a new anti-fog drainage device used during endoscopic pituitary tumor surgery. The device may help keep the surgeon's view clear and improve drainage after surgery.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–75 - NCT06625190RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Half-matched transplant with zoledronic acid for resistant solid tumors
This trial tests a new approach using a special type of transplant (with cells from a half-matched family donor) plus a drug called zoledronic acid. It is for children and young adults with certain solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 6 months–25 years - NCT05361837Recruiting
Nerve block with sedation for breast surgery comfort
This trial tests if adding a numbing injection (serratus anterior plane block) with a calming medicine (dexmedetomidine) helps reduce pain during and after breast removal surgery.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 18–65 - NCT07550296RecruitingPhase 2
Second IV Clot-Dissolving Treatment for Major Stroke
This trial tests giving a second dose of an IV clot-dissolving medicine (prourokinase) to patients who had a stroke from a large clot but didn't improve enough after the first dose. The goal is to see if a second dose within 6 hours of stroke onset can help more patients recover.
Shenyang, None SelectedAges 18–80 - NCT07493447RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Imaging dye to help see brain tumors during surgery
This study tests a special dye (panitumumab-IRDye800) that helps surgeons see brain lesions more clearly during surgery. The dye attaches to a protein on cancer cells and lights up under a special camera, which may help remove more tumor safely.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT07453537Recruiting
Cranberries and stress in healthy multitasking adults
This study tests whether cranberry polyphenols help healthy adults handle stress better during multitasking. You eat a cranberry snack and do computer tasks while your stress is measured.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 30–55 - NCT07500480Recruiting
Home use of a wearable grasping device after stroke
This trial tests if a wearable device that helps open and close the hand can be used at home by people who have weakness after a stroke. It may help improve your ability to grasp objects like a glass or spoon.
ToulouseAges 18 years+ - NCT03241732Enrolling by invitation
PET-MRI scan study for ongoing brain injury symptoms
This trial uses special brain scans (PET and MRI) to study chronic symptoms after a past traumatic brain injury (TBI), such as memory trouble, mood changes, and headaches. It may help researchers understand what’s going on in the brain and how it relates to symptoms like anxiety or distress.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–80 - NCT03225625Enrolling by invitation
Stem cell, virtual reality, and training after spinal cord injury
This study tests whether stem cell treatment along with virtual reality–based training can improve function after spinal cord injury that is not expected to recover with standard care. It’s designed for adults who are medically stable and can safely complete follow-up assessments.
Coral Springs, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT03011541Recruiting
Stem cell treatment for damaged retina or optic nerve
This study looks at stem-cell treatment to help vision in adults whose retina or optic nerve damage is not expected to improve on its own. You may be a candidate if your eye exam shows documented, stable or slowly changing damage and you can safely complete follow-up eye visits.
Westport, ConnecticutAges 18 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.