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NCT07010666 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
BHB and Cognition During Exercise-Heat Stress
A NA study, sponsored by University of South Carolina.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 18
- Enrollment target
NCT07010666 is a NA study that has completed, run by University of South Carolina. The registered enrollment target is 18 participants.
The verdict
NCT07010666, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by University of South Carolina.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 18 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
The study investigates how consuming a ketone ester (BHB) along with caffeine impacts cognitive performance under heat stress, similar to what military personnel experience in hot environments. The extreme heat can impair brain function, affecting decision-making and performance, which is critical for Special Operations Forces (SOF). BHB provides an alternative energy source for the brain, potentially improving brain blood flow and cognition, particularly during "stressful" situations. By comparing ketone and carbohydrate intake with caffeine, this study aims to find better ways to maintain mental sharpness during stressful conditions. The results could help enhance the safety and effectiveness of military operations.
Interventions
- DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT Caffeine
- DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT Carbohydrate
- DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT Beta-Hydroxybutyrate
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 18 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-01-29 |
| Est. Completion | 2025-05-12 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT07010666
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT07010666 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 18 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is University of South Carolina, which has 157 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 3 interventions - of which Caffeine is the first listed.
NCT07010666 reports 0 study locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT07010666 about?
NCT07010666 is a clinical study titled "BHB and Cognition During Exercise-Heat Stress". The study investigates how consuming a ketone ester (BHB) along with caffeine impacts cognitive performance under heat stress, similar to what military personnel experience in hot environments. The extreme heat can impair brain function, affecting decision-making and performance, which is critical f...
What is the current status of trial NCT07010666?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 18 participants. The study started on 2025-01-29. Estimated completion is 2025-05-12.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT07010666?
The interventions under investigation include: Caffeine (DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT), Carbohydrate (DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT), Beta-Hydroxybutyrate (DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT07010666?
This trial is sponsored by University of South Carolina, which has 157 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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