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Brain Disease clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for Brain Disease — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
9 US clinical trials · 8 currently recruiting
The research picture
Brain Disease has 9 registered US clinical trials, 8 of them open to new participants right now — about 89% of the total.
- 8
- recruiting participants now
- 89%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 1
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 4
- top sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.
Active & Recent Trials
Natural History of Stroke: Cause and Development
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
NCT00009243
Inflammatory and Infectious Diseases of the Nervous System
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
NCT02435810
Screening for Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) and Cognitive Function in Individuals With History of Stroke
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
NCT06615973
SGC Stimulation, Perioperative Vascular Reactivity, and Organ Injury in Cardiac Surgery
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
NCT05812755
Brain Connections for Arm Movement After Stroke
VA Office of Research and Development
NCT04286516
Long-term Brain Stimulation of the Motor Ventral Thalamus (VOP/VIM) to Improve Motor Function
Jorge Gonzalez-Martinez
NCT07056348
Clinical Translation of a Novel Brain PET Insert for Simultaneous PET/MR
Stanford University
NCT04383808
Deep Brain Stimulation Motor Ventral Thalamus (VOP/VIM) for Restoration of Speech and Upper-limb Function in People With Subcortical Stroke
Jorge Gonzalez-Martinez
NCT06303869
Study of Abnormal Blood Clotting in Children With Stroke
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
NCT00001927
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 4 | 1 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Brain Disease Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 9 US studies indexed under Brain Disease, and 8 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 89% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Brain Disease shows 1 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 0 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Brain Disease is led by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) with 4 indexed trials, alongside 4 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 9 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Brain Disease?
PlainTrial tracks 9 US clinical trials for Brain Disease, of which 8 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Brain Disease?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.