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Identifying Cerebral Hemodynamic Patterns in Mood Disorders and Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS) Study

This study is recruiting. It focuses on depression and currently lists participation information in the United States.

DepressionOtherOver 18 Years
In plain English

Key information made simple

This observational study is following people with depression, bipolarity, or Mild Cognitive Impairment to understand outcomes over time. Participants are followed over time so researchers can learn from clinical and follow-up information. This study may not offer a new treatment, and its main value is helping researchers learn from follow-up information that may improve future care.

What to expect

Your next step

The official record suggests in-person participation through a clinic, with sites including Mayo Clinic in Rochester. Participation appears to center on questionnaires, assessments, or follow-up information rather than a study treatment. The main fit is usually being able to understand the study and consent and matching the main diagnosis. The official record does not list a trial phase, which usually means the study is focused on observation rather than testing a staged treatment.

Public study data

Key study information

Official title
Identifying Cerebral Hemodynamic Patterns in Mood Disorders and Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS) Study
Condition
Major Depressive Disorder; Bipolar Disorder; Mild Cognitive Impairment
Study status
Recruiting
Sponsor / lead affiliation
Mayo Clinic
Intervention
Observational assessment using functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), a noninvasive, portable brain imaging tool that measures changes in brain blood flow and oxygen levels.
Location / country
United States
Contact
Sarah M. Williams, Maria I. Lapid, M.D., Paul H. Min, Ph.D.
Email
Williams.Sarah2@mayo.edu
Phone
507-422-2972
Registry
ClinicalTrials.gov
Why this study may matter

Why this study may matter

This study may matter because it is evaluating Observational assessment using functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), a noninvasive, portable brain imaging tool that measures changes in brain blood flow and oxygen levels. in a structured research setting. For people exploring bipolarity research, clear information about the goal, status, contacts, and official source can support better questions before any decision.

Before joining

Questions to ask before joining

Official source

Registry reference

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If you want the full study description, eligibility criteria, locations, and sponsor information in the original format, this is the place to check before taking the next step.

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In practice

For you

Taking part may help improve understanding of your condition.

It requires regular visits and structured follow-up.

Requires travel, with in-person participation in United States.

Important

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Study clarity

Things to check before joining

Sponsor
Mayo Clinic
Sponsor type
Hospital / academic medical center
Main activity
observational follow-up
Intervention
Observational assessment using functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), a noninvasive, portable brain imaging tool that measures changes in brain blood flow and oxygen levels.
Time commitment
long follow-up or multiple visits
Study phase
Not available
Enrollment
Not available
Recruitment status
Recruiting
Source
Official registry link
FAQ

Questions about this study

What is Identifying Cerebral Hemodynamic Patterns in Mood Disorders and Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS) Study?

This study is exploring observational follow-up for people with depression. Participants may complete study visits, assessments, or follow-up activities defined by the research team. Direct benefit is not guaranteed.

Who is behind this study, and what type of sponsor is it?

This study is sponsored by Mayo Clinic. Based on the sponsor name or official registry information, it appears to be a hospital or academic medical center. You should verify the details in the official registry record.

What does participation involve, what phase is it, and what should I ask about safety?

This study may involve observational follow-up, study visits, and assessments. The time commitment is long follow-up or multiple visits. The study phase is not available in HopeStage data. Check the official source record to see whether a phase is listed. Enrollment is not available in HopeStage data. HopeStage cannot say whether a study is safe or right for you. Before joining, ask the research team about possible risks, time commitment, visits, side effects, compensation, safety monitoring, and whether participation may affect your current care.

Where can I verify the study details?

Use the official source record linked on this page to check the full study description, recruitment status, eligibility criteria, locations, sponsor information, phase, enrollment, contact details, and any listed risks or requirements.

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