Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,516 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,855
- Phase 2786
- Phase 1573
- Phase 3533
- Phase 4344
- Phase 1/Phase 2305
- Phase 2/Phase 3120
Top conditions
- Stroke852
- Parkinson Disease423
- Alzheimer Disease341
- Multiple Sclerosis340
- Dementia230
- Ischemic Stroke202
- Epilepsy197
- Insomnia156
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea156
- Traumatic Brain Injury156
- Spinal Cord Injuries152
- Sarcopenia151
- Acute Ischemic Stroke141
- Cerebral Palsy129
- Mild Cognitive Impairment128
- Migraine112
- Pain Management112
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis106
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital134
- Riphah International University127
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris112
- Mayo Clinic98
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing94
- VA Office of Research and Development92
- Hospices Civils de Lyon80
- Johns Hopkins University71
- National Taiwan University Hospital71
- University of Minnesota65
Where studies are running
- California678
- Massachusetts307
- New York295
- Florida274
- Texas271
- Maryland245
- Alabama214
- Arizona209
- Illinois193
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies12,514 total
- NCT06078891Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
BCG vaccine to lower Alzheimer's blood markers
This trial tests whether the BCG vaccine (a tuberculosis vaccine) can lower a blood marker linked to Alzheimer's disease. It is for people aged 70–80 who have slightly elevated p-tau181 levels but still have normal thinking and daily living skills.
JerusalemAges 70–80 - NCT06075537Enrolling by invitationPhase 2/Phase 3
Long-term safety study of a MPS II treatment
This study is for people with MPS II (Hunter syndrome) who have already completed a previous Denali study. It will test a drug called tividenofusp alfa (DNL310) over a longer period to see how safe it is and how well it works.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges Up to 18 years - NCT06041906Enrolling by invitation
International registry for congenital portosystemic shunt
This registry is gathering information from people who have a rare liver blood vessel problem they were born with (congenital portosystemic shunt). By joining, you help researchers learn more about this condition and improve future care.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 1 day+ - NCT06041581Enrolling by invitation
Insomnia treatment study for heart health
This study tests whether treating insomnia can help lower your risk for heart disease. If you have trouble sleeping and certain heart risk factors, you may be able to join.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 40 years+ - NCT06040255Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Steroid treatment for focal brain artery inflammation in children
This trial tests whether short-term steroids improve recovery for children who recently had a stroke or mini-stroke caused by inflammation of a brain artery. If you qualify, you would receive steroids and follow-up imaging to see if it helps prevent further damage.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 1–18 - NCT06029114Enrolling by invitation
Brain scan study for memory problems
This study uses a special MRI to look at brain stiffness in people with normal memory, mild memory problems, or Alzheimer's disease. The goal is to see if this scan can help tell the difference between these groups.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–100 - NCT06026904Enrolling by invitation
Testing vagus nerve stimulation for motivation in depression
This trial tests if a gentle nerve stimulation device can improve motivation and interest in people with depression and a lack of pleasure or drive. You keep taking your usual antidepressant pill during the study.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–60 - NCT06023446Enrolling by invitation
Can eye photos detect early Alzheimer's disease?
This study uses a special camera (OCT) to take pictures of the retina (the back of your eye) to see if it can detect Alzheimer's disease very early. You may be eligible if you are either cognitively normal or have mild cognitive impairment, and have already had a test for Alzheimer's-related brain changes.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 50–89 - NCT06023407Enrolling by invitation
Heat therapy for blood sugar and Alzheimer's prevention
This study tests whether regular heat therapy (like sitting in a hot tub) can help improve blood sugar control and lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease in older women who have metabolic problems.
Kansas City, KansasAges 65 years+ - NCT06017505Enrolling by invitation
Using eSAGE for early detection of cognitive decline
This study uses a simple computer-based self-assessment (eSAGE) to detect early signs of memory or thinking problems. It may help identify cognitive impairment sooner and track changes over time.
Columbus, OhioAges 50 years+ - NCT06001138Enrolling by invitation
FutureMS-2: A Follow-Up Study for MS
This study follows up with people who have Multiple Sclerosis and were in the earlier FutureMS study. It uses MRI scans to learn more about MS and find better ways to treat it.
AberdeenAges 18 years+ - NCT05997914Enrolling by invitation
Storytelling to reduce stroke risk in African Americans with atrial fibrillation
This study tests whether a storytelling program can help African American patients with atrial fibrillation start taking blood thinners as recommended by their doctor. The goal is to reduce stroke risk and improve health outcomes.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05989906Enrolling by invitation
Sprint interval training during spinal cord injury rehab
This study tests whether a program of short, intense arm exercise (sprint interval training) is safe and doable for people with spinal cord injury who are in the hospital for rehab. If you are eligible, you would do the exercise sessions during your stay.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18–65 - NCT05976074Enrolling by invitation
Wearable device study for people with essential tremor
This study tests a wearable device and a phone app to better track daily-life symptoms in people with essential tremor. It may help researchers understand how tremor changes during everyday tasks using video and audio recordings.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT05973448Enrolling by invitation
Nightlight Falls Prevention for People With Dementia
This study tests a simple plan to help prevent falls in people who have dementia. You may be able to join if you live in a participating assisted living community and meet the safety and room rules.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT05971433Enrolling by invitation
Studying how body stress signals affect sleep and heart health
This study looks at how “stress signals” in the body after an injury may affect sleep and cardiovascular (heart and blood vessel) health. It may help researchers understand what contributes to recovery and how to improve outcomes for wounded service members.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05967728Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Testing remote arm conditioning to protect the brain in stroke
This Phase 2 study tests whether a simple remote method that briefly reduces blood flow in the arm (called ischemic conditioning) can help people with brain small-vessel disease or an acute ischemic stroke. Participants are monitored by phone and, for stroke patients, through a Mobile Stroke Unit.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 55 years+ - NCT05967390Enrolling by invitation
Personalized brain-mapping test using a scalp-to-brain scan
This trial looks at whether a personalized brain “map” using imaging and scalp measurements can be measured and evaluated in people who can safely attend the testing. It may help researchers better understand how brain structure relates to performance, using scan-based measurements and related procedures.
Hong KongAges 60–95 - NCT05967351Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Long-term follow-up for Duchenne patients treated before
This study checks how people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy are doing long-term after receiving delandistrogene moxeparvovec (SRP-9001) in an earlier trial. It helps researchers understand the long-term safety and effects of that treatment.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges Any age - NCT05966896Enrolling by invitation
Epidural stimulation to help voluntary movement after spinal injury
This trial tests an implanted nerve stimulation approach to help people with certain spinal cord injuries regain more voluntary movement. It may help if your injury pattern and MRI findings suggest there are still usable nerve fibers that can be targeted.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–100 - NCT05964868Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Liposome anesthesia to reduce pain after nose surgery
This Phase 3 study tests whether a special form of local numbing medicine (liposomal bupivacaine) helps reduce pain after septorhinoplasty (nose and septum surgery). You may be considered if you’re planning this surgery and can follow study instructions before and after.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 18–99 - NCT05961501Enrolling by invitationPhase 2/Phase 3
CBD and CBN for long-lasting facial pain and muscle headaches
This trial tests whether CBD and CBN can reduce facial pain and headaches caused by muscle-related problems that have lasted more than 3 months. It may help people who have ongoing symptoms find a new treatment option.
WroclawAges 18 years+ - NCT05942638Enrolling by invitation
Tracking how concussion affects college driving over time
This study follows young adults who drive to see how a concussion may affect driving abilities over time. You may be asked to complete driving- and health-related assessments, and the results could help improve safety and guidance after concussion.
Athens, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05929833Enrolling by invitation
Brain injury education program for recovery at home
This study tests a recovery-focused brain injury education and support program for people with traumatic brain injury (TBI) who plan to go home after hospital stay. If you qualify, you and a caregiver/friend may get training and therapy support aimed at improving recovery.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,516 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 20,061 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.