Gamma Light and Sound to Prevent Alzheimer's Disease

Gamma Light and Sound Stimulation to Prevent Dementia in Cognitively Normal People at Risk for Alzheimer's Disease

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Alzheimer Disease Family Members
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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At a Glance
Age
55 – 90
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Prevention
Participants needed
200 (estimated)
Sponsor
Massachusetts General Hospital · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for people aged 55 to 90 with a family history of Alzheimer's disease. Participants will use a special device at home that uses light and sound to boost brain activity and may help prevent dementia.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Must not be taking Warfarin
Rules you out Seizure disordersRenal disease

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 55 and 90 years old.
  • I have a family history of Alzheimer's disease.
  • I have a Mini-Mental State Exam score of 27 or greater.
  • I have a Clinical Dementia Rating score of 0.
  • I have low serum amyloid levels.
  • I have elevated fibrillar amyloid on a PET scan.
  • I am willing to undergo MRI and PET scans.
  • I can comply with study procedures.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have certain medical implants that make MRI unsafe.
  • I have untreated vision problems that affect my ability to participate.
  • I have a significant illness that affects my health.
  • I have a history of bleeding disorders.
  • I have epilepsy or a history of seizures.
  • I am pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • I have a history of severe allergic reactions.
  • I have a neurodegenerative disorder affecting my thinking.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is characterized by significant memory loss, toxic protein deposits (amyloid and tau) in the brain, and changes in the gamma frequency band on EEG. Gamma waves are important for memory, and in patients with AD, there are fewer gamma waves in the brain. The Tsai lab found that boosting gamma waves in AD mouse models using light and sound stimulation at 40Hz not only reduced…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Between 55 - 90 years of age, inclusive. 2. Immediate family history of Alzheimer's disease. 3. Mini-Mental State Exam (MMSE) score of 27 or greater at baseline or expected score range for cognitively normal adjusted for education level. 4. Clinical Dementia Rating Global Sco…
Contacts

Angelina Singavarapu, BS

617-258-7723

gamma.wave@mit.edu

CONTACT

Ana Lipsanopoulos, MA

617-258-7723

anat13@mit.edu

CONTACT