Psychiatry and Psychology at Institutul Național de Gerontologie și Geriatrie “Ana Aslan”

This site is conducting clinical research in mental disorders, with studies focused on bipolar-I disorder and mania. The work is aimed at understanding how new treatments may help manage mood symptoms more effectively and support longer-term care.

  • Evaluating a new therapy for manic episodes in bipolar-I disorder
  • Assessing the long-term safety and tolerability of treatment for mania with mixed features

The research at this Bucharest site reflects a strong interest in improving treatment options for serious psychiatric conditions that can affect daily functioning and quality of life.

Neurocognitive Disorders and Brain Health

Another major area of study at the site involves Alzheimer’s disease, especially mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease with cognitive impairment and reduced global functioning. These trials are designed to explore whether new treatment approaches can help preserve thinking skills and overall independence.

  • Testing a potential therapy for Alzheimer’s disease and related cognitive symptoms
  • Measuring whether treatment can improve thinking skills and global functioning

This research supports efforts to better understand and treat memory and reasoning problems in older adults, aligning with the geriatric expertise of the Institutul Național de Gerontologie și Geriatrie “Ana Aslan”.