Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,515 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,851
- Phase 2787
- Phase 1575
- Phase 3532
- Phase 4344
- Phase 1/Phase 2306
- Phase 2/Phase 3120
Top conditions
- Stroke852
- Parkinson Disease423
- Alzheimer Disease342
- Multiple Sclerosis339
- Dementia230
- Ischemic Stroke202
- Epilepsy196
- Insomnia156
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea156
- Traumatic Brain Injury156
- Spinal Cord Injuries151
- Sarcopenia150
- Acute Ischemic Stroke142
- Cerebral Palsy129
- Mild Cognitive Impairment128
- Migraine112
- Pain Management112
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis106
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital135
- Riphah International University127
- 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 Hospital71
- University of Minnesota65
Where studies are running
- California678
- Massachusetts307
- New York295
- Florida277
- Texas271
- Maryland245
- Alabama214
- Arizona209
- Illinois193
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies12,513 total
- NCT07256795Enrolling by invitation
ME/CFS after COVID-19 vs. before the pandemic
This study looks at how the brain's protective barrier and immune system work in people with ME/CFS, comparing those who got sick before the COVID-19 pandemic to those who developed ME/CFS after a COVID-19 infection. It aims to understand why some people have lasting brain fog, fatigue, and other neuropsychiatric symptoms.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–70 - NCT07254104Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
PET imaging for hard-to-treat pituitary tumors
This trial uses a special PET scan to see if a new imaging agent can find hard-to-treat pituitary tumors that have come back after surgery. It may help doctors decide the best way to manage these tumors.
BeijingAges 18–80 - NCT07253376Enrolling by invitation
Study of a cognitive function scale for Parkinson's in Turkish
This study is testing a new rating scale (a set of questions) to measure how well people with Parkinson's disease can handle daily tasks that require thinking skills. It aims to make sure the scale works well in Turkish.
AnkaraAges 40 years+ - NCT07252310Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Smartphone app to find best beta blocker dose for heart failure
This study uses a smartphone app to test how different beta blocker doses work best for you. It's for older adults with stable heart failure who want to fine-tune their treatment.
New York, New YorkAges 65 years+ - NCT07250828Enrolling by invitation
BurstDR spinal cord stimulation for painful diabetic neuropathy
This trial tests a type of spinal cord stimulation called BurstDR to see if it can reduce pain from diabetic nerve damage. It may help people with diabetes who have ongoing leg pain that hasn't gotten better with standard pain medications.
Grand Island, NebraskaAges 19 years+ - NCT07239843Enrolling by invitation
Study of blood markers and mental health in brain diseases
This study looks at how social factors and blood markers relate to psychiatric symptoms in people with brain diseases or mental disorders. It aims to find new ways to understand and diagnose these conditions.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07238725Enrolling by invitation
Enzyme Treatment for Essential Tremor
This trial tests an enzyme called aldehyde dehydrogenase to see if it can help reduce tremors in people with essential tremor. It is for adults with a clear diagnosis of essential tremor in their dominant hand.
SeoulAges 18 years+ - NCT07238439Enrolling by invitation
VR game for dementia education in nursing students
This trial tests if a virtual reality game helps nursing students learn about dementia care. It is designed for students at Universitas Airlangga who have not used similar VR dementia programs before.
Surabaya, East JavaAges Any age - NCT07238426Enrolling by invitation
Heart screening for older adults in Ordu, Turkey
This study is a screening program in Ordu, Turkey, to find older adults (65+) who might have a heart condition called cardiac amyloidosis. It uses medical records and heart ultrasounds to check people who already have certain heart problems.
Ordu, OrduAges 65 years+ - NCT07238049Enrolling by invitation
Real-world dementia outcomes: an observational study
This study follows people with memory or thinking problems over time to learn more about how these conditions progress. It's an observational study, meaning no new treatments are tested—just information is collected from your regular care.
BangorAges 45 years+ - NCT07234851Enrolling by invitation
Brain tissue study of synaptic loss in mental and brain diseases
This study looks at how brain connections break down in people with psychiatric disorders (like schizophrenia, depression, or bipolar disorder) or neurodegenerative diseases (like Alzheimer's or frontotemporal dementia). It uses donated brain tissue after death to understand why symptoms occur.
BarcelonaAges 40 years+ - NCT07233512Enrolling by invitation
Periodontal treatment for Alzheimer's disease
This trial tests whether treating gum disease can improve outcomes for people with Alzheimer's disease. If you have mild to moderate Alzheimer's and gum disease, you may be able to join.
LiègeAges Any age - NCT07232472Enrolling by invitation
Wearable study of depression and sleep in older adults
This study uses a wearable device to track depression and sleep in older adults. It aims to understand how daily activity patterns relate to mood and sleep quality, which could lead to better treatments.
London, AlabamaAges 60 years+ - NCT07226908Enrolling by invitation
Brain electrode study for epilepsy and memory
This study places electrodes in the brain to learn how seizures spread and how memory works. It may help people with temporal lobe epilepsy understand their condition better and improve future treatments.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07222930Enrolling by invitation
Learning about amyloid and tau test results
This study helps people understand their results from brain scans that measure amyloid and tau proteins, which are linked to Alzheimer's disease. It is for adults 45 and older who are part of specific Alzheimer's research programs and have no dementia diagnosis.
Madison, WisconsinAges 45–89 - NCT07222605Enrolling by invitation
MemorEM device study for brain diseases
This study tests a device called MemorEM to see how it works for people with brain diseases that cause memory and thinking problems (like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and ALS). It aims to understand your experience with the device.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 45–100 - NCT07222449Enrolling by invitation
Wearable devices and blood tests for sleep in Alzheimer's
This study uses wrist monitors and blood tests to understand sleep problems in people with Alzheimer's dementia. It aims to improve sleep management through digital therapy and personalized insights.
Beigang, YunlinAges Any age - NCT07221565Enrolling by invitationPhase 1/Phase 2
Immune mapping trial for autoimmune conditions
This trial is testing a new way to map the immune system using electromagnetic signals and forecast how your body's immune system will respond. It may help people with autoimmune conditions like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis find new treatment options.
New York, New YorkAges Any age - NCT07219485Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Pitolisant for Prader-Willi syndrome in ongoing study
This study tests an oral medication, pitolisant, in people with Prader-Willi syndrome who have already been in a pitolisant study. It aims to see if continuing treatment is safe and effective.
Morrisville, North CarolinaAges 7 years+ - NCT07218952Enrolling by invitation
Radiation therapy for Parkinson's disease
This trial tests if a targeted radiation therapy can help people with early-stage Parkinson's disease that affects only one side of the body. It aims to see if this treatment can slow down the disease and improve symptoms.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 45–70 - NCT07217509Enrolling by invitation
Myasthenia gravis drug safety registry
This study tracks the safety and effectiveness of newer drugs for myasthenia gravis. If you have started or are about to start a new medication for MG, this registry can help doctors learn more about how well these treatments work in real life.
Waltham, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07215546Enrolling by invitation
Stopping pain after heart surgery with a special chest closure
This trial tests a new device to close the breastbone after open-heart surgery to see if it helps reduce the need for prescription pain medicine. The device is designed to hold the bone together more securely, which may lead to less pain and faster recovery.
Naples, FloridaAges 19–80 - NCT07212010Enrolling by invitation
Brain-related vision problems in children
This study looks at how brain injuries or abnormalities affect vision in children. It aims to better understand and diagnose cerebral visual impairment (CVI), a vision problem caused by brain issues rather than eye problems.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 6 months–6 years - NCT07211906Enrolling by invitation
Oral care education for home ventilator users
This study tests whether a simple oral care education program, delivered through the LINE app, can improve mouth health and quality of life for people who use a non-invasive breathing machine at home.
Chiayi City, TaiwanAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,515 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 20,024 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.