Brain health and resilience in middle age
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at how well the brain's blood vessels work in midlife. It involves two visits to the University of Pittsburgh and includes an MRI and a mental math test.
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Who can take part
- You can come to the University of Pittsburgh campus in Oakland, Pennsylvania for two study visits.
- You can read and speak English.
- You do not have serious health conditions like heart disease, stroke, sleep apnea, memory problems, or cancer treatment in the last year.
- You are not taking certain medications, such as those for seizures, Parkinson's, psychosis, or steroids.
- You are comfortable having an MRI (no metal implants or tattoos near the eyes) and doing a math test.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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