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Executive Function (Cognition) clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 7 Executive Function (Cognition) clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 6 countries (most in Taiwan (2), Germany (1), United Kingdom (1)). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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Newest Executive Function (Cognition) clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Short-chain fats to calm inflammation after a small immune challenge | — | Leuven | Recruiting | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Short active breaks to boost thinking, creativity, and wellbeing in 11–12-year-olds | — | Castellon, Castellón | Recruiting | Apr 20, 2026 |
| Think Tank nutritional drink to help thinking after stress in middle-aged women. | — | Leeds, West Yorkshire | Recruiting | Jan 6, 2026 |
| Physical fitness and executive decision-making in people at risk for Alzheimer's | — | Taipei | Recruiting | Jul 23, 2025 |
| Physical fitness and executive thinking in adults 65 and older over one year | — | Taipei | Recruiting | Jul 2, 2025 |
| Group therapy for mental health in people with neurological disorders | — | Bielefeld | Recruiting | Mar 27, 2025 |
| Effects of different study breaks on medical students' memory and attention | — | Old Westbury, New York | Recruiting | Nov 29, 2024 |
All recruiting trials (7)
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Short-chain fats to calm inflammation after a small immune challenge
This study tests whether taking colon-delivered short-chain fatty acids can dampen inflammation and mood/mental performance changes after a controllable immune trigger in healthy adults.
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Short active breaks to boost thinking, creativity, and wellbeing in 11–12-year-olds
This project will see if 10-minute active breaks during the school day help 11–12-year-old children improve attention, working memory, creativity, and emotional wellbeing after demanding classroom tasks.
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Think Tank nutritional drink to help thinking after stress in middle-aged women.
This trial will test whether taking the 'Think Tank' nutritional drink helps thinking and mood after a physical and psychological stressor in healthy women aged 40–60 who drink caffeine daily.
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Physical fitness and executive decision-making in people at risk for Alzheimer's
Over 18 months, this project will see if changes in cardiorespiratory and muscle fitness predict changes in executive thinking and EEG brain signals in adults aged 50–70 who are at risk for Alzheimer's.
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Physical fitness and executive thinking in adults 65 and older over one year
This project will test whether changes in physical fitness over one year are linked to thinking skills and emotional-control in people aged 65 and older.
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Group therapy for mental health in people with neurological disorders
This study is testing if group therapy using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy can help improve mental health for people with neurological disorders, including those recovering from COVID-19.
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Effects of different study breaks on medical students' memory and attention
This study tests how different types of study breaks—like physical activity, social media, or no break at all—affect memory and focus in medical students.
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Quick answers
How many Executive Function (Cognition) clinical trials are recruiting right now?
7, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 6 countries. The most sites are in Taiwan (2 trials), Germany (1 trial), United Kingdom (1 trial), Belgium (1 trial), Spain (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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