Clinical studies at the Bonn site

7T-TGA (high-resolution MRI imaging in TGA patients: a retrospective and prospective study)

High-resolution MRI imaging as evidence of a structural cause in transient global amnesia (TGA), in which there is disruption of anterograde and also retrograde memory such that newly learned or experienced material is not retained.

ABCD

The aim of this study is to investigate the influence of rituximab (Rixathon®) on the progression of disease in patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) compared to a placebo. The study is funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF).

AMBLIND (Autobiographical memory in blind people)

We often remember past experiences with the help of our visual imagination. But how do people who are blind from birth or later become blind imagine past experiences? Which brain regions are addressed and how does this differ from sighted people?

ARCA (Autosomal-Recessive Cerebellar Ataxias)

In this DZNE network research project (Autosomal Recessive Cerebellar Ataxia Registry, ARCA registry), modern methods are being used to search for new ataxia genes and biomarkers in autosomal recessive ataxias and early onset ataxias with onset before the age of 40.

CELIA (A trial for the treatment of mild cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer's disease or mild Alzheimer's dementia with BIIB80))

The CELIA study investigates a therapeutic option for Alzheimer's disease by focusing on a protein called tau. It is examining whether different doses of the study drug BIIB080 have potential side effects and can influence the progression of Alzheimer's disease.

COG-HF (Mechanisms of cognitive impairment in chronic heart insufficiency)

Chronic heart failure (chronically reduced pumping capacity) can lead to impairments in memory or other mental functions. The causes of this are still mainly unclear and will be investigated in this study.

DANCER (Establishment of a Recruitment Pool of Potential Study Participants, of Realtives and a Control Group for DZNE Studies)

One focus of these studies is the identification of early, specific changes, for example in the blood, so that the diagnosis of a neurodegenerative disease such as dementia or Parkinson's can be made at a very early stage. This enables a better understanding of the diseases and supports the development of new forms of therapy.

DANCER-PSP (Recruitment of Realtives and a Control Group for the DESCRIBE-PSP Study)

Comparative studies with relatives of patients with PSP and interested individuals without a diagnosis of neurodegenerative disease are needed to assess study outcomes of patients with progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP).

DCAAS (DZNE Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy Study)

Cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA) is a disease of the vessels in the brain in which proteins, known as amyloid, are deposited in the walls of the vessels. There are initial indications of possible mechanisms and biomarkers that influence the course of the disease, but there are still many unanswered questions.

DESCRIBE (DZNE - Clinical Register Study of neurodegenerative Disorders)

The aim of the DESCRIBE study is to use the examination results obtained in the course of normal patient care together with findings from diagnostics on biomaterials, including genetic analysis, for scientific purposes.

DESCRIBE-FTD (DZNE - Clinical Registry Study on Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD))

The aim of the DESCRIBE-FTD study is to describe in detail the course of FTD in its various clinical manifestations. The aim is to gain a better understanding of the underlying pathology and to identify parameters that enable diagnosis and prediction of the course of the disease.

DESCRIBE-PSP (DZNE - Clinical Registry Study on Progressive Supranuclear Paresis (PSP))

The aim of the DESCRIBE-PSP study is to document the early and atypical course of PSP in order to enable improved diagnostic criteria and therapy studies in the early course of the disease.

ENABLE (Patient- and care-related benefits of amyloid PET imaging)

The aim of the ENABLE trial is to test whether amyloid PET screening has the potential to improve the care of dementia patients in the German health care system and thus contribute to the preservation or slowed loss of everyday functions.

GENERATION HD2 (Study to Evaluate the Safety, Biomarkers, and Efficacy of Tominersen (R) in Individuals with Prodomal and Early Manifets Huntigton's Disease)

This study will enroll up to 360 people with early manifest Huntington's disease or carriers of the abnormal huntingtin gene with very early, subtle symptoms of HD. The GENERATION HD2 study will evaluate the safety, biomarkers and efficacy of the investigational drug tominersen, which will be administered over a period of 16 months.

NIO752 (Safety, Tolerability and Pharmacokinetics of Multiple Ascending Doses of NIO752 in Progressive Supranuclear Palsy)

Adult patients suffering from progressive supranuclear gaze palsy (PSP) are eligible for enrollment in this study. Gaze palsy is a form of atypical Parkinson's syndrome.

PROFA (Patient-reported, health economic and psychosocial outcomes in Friedreich Ataxia)

Investigation of the impact of Friedreich's ataxia on patient-related, health economic, and psychosocial outcomes using self-reported data collection via a patient-centered e-health app.

PROSA (A Low-burden High-frequency PROgnostic Digital Speech Biomarker to Improve Future Confirmatory ALS and FTD Trials)

Development and validation of a novel speech biomarker for the ALS-FTD disease spectrum based on speech measurements that can be collected repeatedly and remotely by telephone to assess three key symptom groups: Cognition (language, executive functions and memory), motor function and respiratory function.

Prospect-AD (Population-based screening over speech for clinical trials in Alzheimer’s Disease)

Subjective memory impairment (SCD) or mild cognitive impairment (MCI) may be associated with an increased risk of dementia later in life. Early preventive measures can potentially reduce the risk of dementia. This requires early detection of early signs of cognitive impairment.

REMINDer (Online study to evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of a multimodal online exercise program for elderly adults)

The DZNE Dresden is investigating the feasibility and effectiveness of a six-week multimodal online program with music, movement and mindfulness exercises for people aged 60 - 80 years.

TAK-341-2001 (A Study of TAK-341 in Treatment of Multiple System Atrophy)

This study helps answer important medical questions about an investigational drug called TAK-341, such as: How effective is it in treating people who have MSA? What side effects may occur?

VO659-CT01 (A study on Vo659 in the treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 1, 3 and Huntington's disease)

This clinical trial is open to patients with SCA1, SCA3 and Huntington's disease, a group of rare, congenital genetic disorders that affect specific areas of the brain. The disorders can cause disturbances in balance, coordination, walking, swallowing and speech, as well as mental and psychological problems.