Clinical Trials

In New Jersey

Clinical research trials are vitally important in the search for new ways to detect, treat, prevent and cure Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia. The success of the clinical trials process depends on the enrollment of many volunteers. Participants may also receive health related benefits.

Did You Know?

Not all trials involve medications - some test brain stimulation and mindfulness, diet and lifestyle, sleep improvement, all of which can help delay decline without side effects.

Our Clinical Trials Connection^® program helps locate trials for those interested in trial participation. Below is a list of some of the

currently available clinical trials in New Jersey.

For more information, call our Helpline at (888) 280-6055

or visit Clinical Trials Connection^®on our website.

Hackensack Meridian Health

Headband for in Home Electromagnetic

Brain Stimulation

Description of trial: Hackensack Meridian Health is conducting a clinical research study using a non-invasive device (headband type device worn 2 to 3 times per day for 15 mins) with no known side effects to treat Alzheimer's dementia.

Location of trial:

Jersey Shore Medical Center

19 Davis Avenue, 9th Floor, Neptune, NJ

Contact information:

Andy Layman (Clinical Research Coordinator)

phone: (732) 776-3476

email: Andrew.layman@hmhn.org

Location of trial:

Hackensack University Medical Center

650 From Road, Suite 506, Paramus, NJ

Contact Information:

Michelle Williams (Clinical Research Coordinator)

phone: (551) 455-4473

email: Michelle.Williams@hmhn.org

Kessler Foundation

A Systematized Approach to Improve Memory

in Older Adults

Description of trial: This study investigates the effectiveness of a memory enhancement technique in adults 60 years and older. Participants are randomly assigned to either an active control group or treatment group. Both groups complete memory exercises. Participants who complete the study receive $300-$500.

Location of trial:

Kessler Foundation

120 Eagle Rock Avenue, Suite 100, East Hanover, NJ

Contact information:

Diana Maloku

phone: (973) 324-8393

email: dmaloku@kesslerfoundation.org

Website Link: www.kesslerfoundation.org

Kessler Foundation

Personalized Virtual Reality-based Training to

Improve Gait and Balance and Reduce Falls in

Older Adults with MCI

Description of trial: This study assesses the effectiveness of combining thinking tasks with walking training to improve walking and balancing ability and reducing falls in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Participants receive up to $150 for completing the study.

Location of trial:

Kessler Foundation

1199 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ

Contact information:

Christian Sanchez

phone: (973) 324-3590

email: CHSanchez@KesslerFoundation.org

Website Link: www.kesslerfoundation.org

The Clinical Research Center of New Jersey

(The CRCNJ)

The ONO Study

Description of trial: The ONO study is seeking participants 55-85 with mild or moderate Alzheimer’s disease. The 26 week study will test an oral medication to determine if it may improve cognitive function.

Location of trial:

The Clinical Research Center of NJ

195 Mountain Avenue, Springfield, NJ

Contact information:

The CRCNJ

phone: (973) 850-4622

email: info@thecrcnj.com

Location of trial:

The Clinical Research Center of NJ

1144 E Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ

Contact information:

The CRCNJ

phone: (201) 850-4622

email: info@thecrcnj.com

Website Link: www.thecrcnj.com

The Clinical Research Center of New Jersey

(The CRCNJ)

The Traveller Study

Description of trial: The Traveller study seeks to identify adults who would be suited to participate in future Roche Alzheimer's disease studies. Participants will undergo a brief cognitive assessment and provide a blood sample to look at levels of pTau217. This pTau test could identify if certain abnormal proteins related to Alzheimer's are present. Based on the assessment and p-tau biomarker, the study team will advise if you are recommended for future Roche studies.

Location of trial:

The Clinical Research Center of NJ

195 Mountain Avenue, Springfield, NJ

Contact information:

The CRCNJ

phone: (973) 850-4622

email: info@thecrcnj.com

Location of trial:

The Clinical Research Center of NJ

1144 E Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ

Contact information:

The CRCNJ

phone: (201) 850-4622

email: info@thecrcnj.com

Website Link: www.thecrcnj.com