Disease of primarily extrinsic mechanism
MONDO:7770010A grouping class for human diseases caused primarily by extrinsic factors, including infections, toxins, nutritional deficiencies, iatrogenic causes, and environmental exposures.
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Engineered immune cells take aim at Hard-to-Treat leukemia
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing an investigational therapy called B019, which uses a patient's own immune cells engineered to recognize and attack leukemia cells. The study focuses on people with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia that has returned or not responded to standard…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Pharmaceutical Group Biological Therapy Technology Co., Ltd. • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at Hard-to-Treat lymphomas
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial is testing an experimental therapy called CD22 CAR T cells in adults with certain types of B cell lymphomas that have come back or not responded to previous treatments. The therapy involves collecting a patient's own immune cells, modifying them to recognize and attack…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can hepatitis c be cured in just 4 weeks? a new trial puts it to the test
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis pilot study is testing whether a 4-week course of two antiviral drugs—sofosbuvir plus glecaprevir/pibrentasvir—can cure chronic hepatitis C in people who have not been treated before and have only mild liver scarring. Participants who relapse after the short treatment will r…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Kirby Institute • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single dose of tafenoquine finally cure vivax malaria in southeast asia?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial tests different doses of tafenoquine, a single-dose drug, to see if it can effectively cure Plasmodium vivax malaria by targeting dormant liver stages. The study involves 820 people in Southeast Asia with confirmed vivax malaria. Researchers aim to find a dose that pre…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Oxford • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A second punch against hepatitis b: interferon after RNA drugs may clear the virus
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether giving pegylated interferon to people with chronic hepatitis B—after they have already received an antisense oligonucleotide or small interfering RNA treatment—can clear the hepatitis B surface antigen from their blood. About 72 adults who saw a significa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a livestock dewormer beat whipworm in people? a trial puts oxfendazole to the test.
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether a single dose of the experimental drug oxfendazole can cure whipworm (Trichuris trichiura) infection better than the standard treatment albendazole. About 249 adults in Peru, where whipworm is common, will receive either 400 mg or 800 mg of oxfend…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Asociacion Benefica Prisma • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smarter surgery and antibiotic combo cure joint infections for good?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial compares different surgical and antibiotic approaches to treat infections in artificial hip and knee joints. It tests whether cleaning the joint while keeping the implant in place (DAIR) or replacing the joint entirely leads to better cure rates. It also examines wheth…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Newcastle, Australia • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can targeted drugs blinatumomab and venetoclax improve outcomes for childhood leukemia?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis large trial is testing whether adding the targeted drugs blinatumomab or venetoclax to standard chemotherapy can improve survival and reduce side effects in children with intermediate- or high-risk B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). The study compares different sched…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Institute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, China • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Robotic surgery may spare throat cancer patients from chemo and radiation
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether robotic surgery alone can control HPV-related throat cancer, potentially sparing patients the long-term side effects of chemotherapy and radiation. The study enrolls people with HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancer whose tumors are removable and…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New universal flu vaccine enters human testing
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental flu vaccine called BPL-1357, given as a shot or nasal spray, to see if it is safe and can protect against multiple flu types. About 129 healthy adults aged 18-55 will receive the vaccine or a placebo, then be exposed to a flu virus in a controlled…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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New mRNA HIV vaccines enter early human testing
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial will test two experimental mRNA vaccines designed to teach the immune system to make antibodies that target HIV. About 42 adults with well-controlled HIV will receive the vaccines and then temporarily pause their regular HIV medication under close monitorin…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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New RSV vaccine aims to shield adults from severe respiratory infection
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental vaccine called RSVpreF in adults to see if it is safe and triggers a strong immune response against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Around 540 adults in India will receive either the vaccine or a placebo. Researchers will monitor for side effec…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New nasal spray COVID booster enters human testing
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new COVID-19 booster vaccine called OCU500, which is given as a nasal spray or inhaled mist instead of a shot. The study involves 80 healthy adults aged 18-64 who have already been vaccinated against COVID-19. Researchers are checking if the va…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pfizer launches massive trial of c. diff vaccine for seniors
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a vaccine can prevent C. difficile infection in adults 65 and older. About 32,000 participants will receive either the vaccine or a placebo shot. The study will track infections and side effects over up to three and a half years.
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can shingrix shield HIV patients from shingles?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests the Shingrix vaccine in people with HIV and healthy volunteers to see how well it boosts immunity against shingles. Participants receive two shots two months apart and are followed for a year. The goal is to understand if the vaccine works safely in those with di…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental flu vaccine enters human testing
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests an experimental flu vaccine called FluMos-v2, with or without an adjuvant (ALFQ), in 45 healthy adults aged 18-50. Participants receive two shots four months apart and are followed for 15 months. The goal is to check safety and how well the vaccine tr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New flu vaccine trial aims for stronger, Longer-Lasting protection
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new flu vaccine (STEMos1) in 56 healthy adults aged 18-50. Half of the participants get the vaccine with an adjuvant (a substance that boosts the immune response), and half get it without. The goal is to check safety and how well the vaccine trigger…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New mRNA vaccine against mpox enters key trial in africa
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental mRNA vaccine called BNT166a to see if it is safe and can protect against mpox (monkeypox). About 310 healthy adults in Africa will receive either the vaccine or a placebo. The trial is double-blind, meaning neither participants nor doctors know wh…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BioNTech SE • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New EBV vaccines enter human safety trials
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests two experimental vaccines against Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), which causes mono and is linked to cancers. Researchers will give 750 healthy adults aged 18-29 three shots over several months to check for side effects and immune response. The goal is to find a safe v…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a vaccine stop Antibiotic-Resistant gonorrhea?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis first-in-human trial tests an experimental vaccine called LTB-NG6, designed to protect against gonorrhea. The study will enroll healthy adults aged 18-50 to evaluate the vaccine's safety and its ability to trigger an immune response. Participants will receive either the vacc…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: LimmaTech Biologics AG • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an mRNA vaccine stop a rare ebola strain?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental mRNA vaccine called mRNA-1469 to see if it is safe and can trigger an immune response against Ebola-Bundibugyo virus disease. Healthy adults aged 18 to 65 will receive either the vaccine or a placebo. The study focuses on safety a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: ModernaTX, Inc. • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new vaccine stop strep a in its tracks?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis first-in-human trial tests a new vaccine designed to protect against Group A Streptococcus (Strep A), a bacteria that can cause sore throats, skin infections, and more serious illnesses. Healthy adults aged 18 to 25 will receive one of two vaccine formulations, each with a d…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a personalized video and phone call get more teens the HPV vaccine?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a combination of a culturally tailored video message from an HPV cancer survivor and a reminder phone call can increase the number of adolescents aged 10-12 who get the HPV vaccine. The intervention is delivered through a patient portal and direct outreac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New meningitis vaccine trial aims to shield babies from deadly infection
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests a new vaccine designed to protect infants aged 3 to 5 months against four strains of meningococcal bacteria that cause meningitis and sepsis. About 880 healthy babies will receive either the experimental vaccine or a licensed comparator vaccine. Researche…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sinovac Biotech Co., Ltd • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New meningitis vaccine for toddlers shows promise in major trial
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests a new vaccine to protect young children (12-23 months old) against four types of meningococcal bacteria that can cause meningitis. About 1,040 toddlers will receive either the new vaccine or an existing one to see if the new vaccine is as safe and effective. The …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sinovac Biotech Co., Ltd • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New meningitis vaccine trial aims to protect babies
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests a new vaccine against four types of meningococcal bacteria (A, C, Y, W135) that cause meningitis. About 1,040 healthy infants aged 6 to 11 months will receive either the experimental vaccine or a licensed comparator. Researchers will measure immune respon…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sinovac Biotech Co., Ltd • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New infant vaccine trial aims to shield against pneumonia and meningitis
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests a new pneumococcal vaccine in about 2400 healthy infants starting at 2 months old. The goal is to see if the new vaccine is as safe as the current vaccine, Prevnar 20, and if it can protect against more types of bacteria that cause pneumonia, meningitis, and ear …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Broader shield: can a 20-Valent vaccine outsmart pneumonia in babies?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial evaluates an experimental vaccine called 20vPnC, designed to protect against 20 types of pneumococcal bacteria. Healthy infants aged 42 to 98 days will receive either 20vPnC or the approved 13vPnC vaccine at 2, 4, 6, and 12-15 months. The study aims to compare safety a…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New malaria vaccine for pregnant women shows promise in lab tests
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study aims to develop a vaccine to prevent malaria during pregnancy. Researchers will test potential vaccines in the lab using blood samples from pregnant women aged 15-25 in Mali. The goal is to see if these vaccines can block the malaria parasite from attaching to the plac…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an updated COVID-19 vaccine keep up with the virus?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial is testing an updated version of the BNT162b2 COVID-19 vaccine in healthy adults aged 18 to 64. Participants will receive either the updated COVID-19 vaccine or a Tdap vaccine (for tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough) to compare safety and measure spike protein lev…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: BioNTech SE • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New mRNA HIV vaccines enter human testing
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests two experimental mRNA vaccines designed to train the immune system to make special antibodies that could block HIV. The study involves 40 healthy adults without HIV who will receive the vaccines and be monitored for safety and immune responses. It is …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New 24-Strain pneumonia vaccine enters human trials
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests a new vaccine (PCV24) designed to protect against 24 types of pneumococcal bacteria, which can cause pneumonia, meningitis, and ear infections. The trial includes 854 healthy people aged 2 months and older, split into two phases to check safety and immune respons…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: CanSino Biologics Inc. • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can the HPV vaccine fully protect transgender women and people with HIV?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study is testing how well the 9-valent HPV vaccine (Gardasil9) triggers an immune response in people born male who have used estrogen or androgen blockers, including those living with HIV. Participants receive three doses of the vaccine over six months, and their immune resp…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a genetically modified oral vaccine beat cholera?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial tests a new oral cholera vaccine called PanChol in healthy adults aged 18 to 55 in Zambia. The vaccine is designed to be safer and more effective than current options. Researchers will monitor participants for side effects and measure their immune response after vaccin…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One shot, two viruses: could a combined vaccine shield seniors from RSV and HMPV?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial is testing an experimental vaccine designed to protect against two respiratory viruses at once: RSV and HMPV. The study involves about 2,400 adults aged 60 and older, who will receive one of several dose levels of the vaccine, a placebo, or a control vaccine. Researche…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New RSV vaccine candidate aims to shield older adults from severe lung infections
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental vaccine called AZD6489 in adults aged 60 and older. The vaccine is designed to protect against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a common virus that can cause serious lung infections in older people. Participants receive a single injection of eit…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo aims to shrink tumors and cut radiation for young cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and cisplatin) before radiation therapy is safe and effective for children and young adults (up to age 21) with newly diagnosed nasopharyngeal carcinoma. The goal is to see if t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Can patients stop Anti-Rejection drugs sooner after transplant?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether patients can safely stop the drug tacrolimus earlier than usual after a stem cell transplant. Tacrolimus is given to prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), but newer methods have lowered GVHD risk. The trial will enroll 50 people with blood cancers and…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Cancer drug nivolumab takes on EBV-Linked tumors in new trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether the drug nivolumab can slow or stop the growth of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)-positive lymphoproliferative disorders and non-Hodgkin lymphomas. About 40 people aged 12 and older whose cancers have not responded to standard therapy will receive nivolu…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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New drug aimed at stopping lung rejection in transplant patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a drug called fostamatinib in 30 adults who have developed donor-specific antibodies after a lung transplant. These antibodies can attack the new lung and raise the risk of death. Participants take fostamatinib or a placebo for 8 weeks, along with the…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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New HIV drug IAP086 enters first human safety trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests whether a single dose of an experimental drug called IAP086 is safe in 30 adults with HIV whose virus is already well-controlled by standard antiretroviral therapy. Participants receive one intravenous infusion and are monitored closely for 28 days. T…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Can a new injection tame chronic hepatitis b?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is evaluating an investigational drug called ACT201, given as an injection, to see if it is safe and tolerable. The study first tests single and multiple doses in healthy volunteers, then moves to people with chronic hepatitis B whose virus is already suppr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Xiamen Amoytop Biotech Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Could starting feeds sooner shield preterm babies from infection?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial compares two ways of feeding very preterm infants (born before 32 weeks and under 1500 grams). One group receives a short period of small 'trophic' feeds for one day before advancing to full feeds, while the other receives trophic feeds for three days. The goal is to s…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to boost survival in hodgkin lymphoma
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial is testing whether adding immunotherapy drugs (brentuximab vedotin and nivolumab) to standard chemotherapy (with or without radiation) improves survival for people aged 5 to 60 with newly diagnosed stage I or II classical Hodgkin lymphoma. About 1,875 participa…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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New hope for HIV patients with blood cancer: safer bone marrow transplants on the horizon?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a combination of three drugs (cyclophosphamide, bortezomib, and maraviroc) can safely prevent graft-versus-host disease after a half-matched bone marrow transplant in people living with HIV who also have a blood cancer. The trial involves 265 participants…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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New drug aims to stop immune attack after stem cell transplants
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called BPC2001 to prevent acute graft-versus-host disease (aGVHD), a serious complication where donor immune cells attack the patient's body after a stem cell transplant. Fifty adults with blood cancers like leukemia will receive six weekly doses of BPC200…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BioPhoenix Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Smartphone therapy: could an app help men with HIV kick stimulants?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether a mobile app called reSET can help men who have sex with men, are living with HIV, and have a stimulant use disorder reduce their drug use and keep their HIV under control. Participants use the app for 12 weeks, completing modules on topics like ma…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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New hope against deadly mold infections enters final testing
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new medicine called fosmanogepix for adults with serious mold infections that are hard to treat. About 234 people will join, receiving either the new drug or standard care. The main goal is to see if fewer people die by day 42. The study is currently recruiting…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Basilea Pharmaceutica • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Personalized chemo boosts CAR T-Cell success in young leukemia patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving a personalized dose of the chemotherapy drug fludarabine before CAR T-cell therapy can improve outcomes for children and young adults with relapsed or hard-to-treat B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. About 130 participants will be randomly assign…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Could family clinics cure hepatitis c as well as specialists?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether treating hepatitis C in primary care clinics, with non-specialist doctors, works as well as the standard specialist care in Brazil. It also evaluates the use of rapid tests and self-testing to find more people with the infection. The goal is to see if a s…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Oswaldo Cruz Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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New lung fibrosis drug SV001 enters first human safety trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new drug called SV001 in 53 healthy Chinese adults to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. Participants receive a single dose of SV001 or a placebo. The goal is to check for side effects and measure drug levels in the blood. This is a fi…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Synvida Biotechnology Co.,Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to shield dialysis patients from deadly staph infections
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called AZD7760 in healthy volunteers and people with end-stage kidney disease who are on dialysis. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and how the body processes it. If it works, it could help prevent serious staph infections that often occur in dia…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a second RSV shot in pregnancy protect more babies?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving a second dose of an RSV vaccine to pregnant women who already received it in a prior pregnancy is safe and boosts immunity. About 550 women aged 18-49, between 24-36 weeks pregnant, will receive either the vaccine or a placebo. Researchers will tra…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Twice-Yearly HIV shots could replace daily pills
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether a combination of two antibodies (teropavimab and zinlirvimab) plus the drug lenacapavir, given as injections twice a year, can keep HIV under control in adults whose virus is already well-suppressed by daily oral medication. The study compares thi…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for tough leukemia: MK-1045 takes on standard therapy
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares a new immunotherapy, MK-1045, to the standard drug blinatumomab in people whose B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia has returned or stopped responding to treatment. About 340 adults with CD19-positive leukemia will receive one of the two treatments. The goal i…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill combo aims to protect vulnerable from severe COVID
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests a new antiviral pill, ibuzatrelvir, alone or with an IV drug (remdesivir) in 300 adults with weak immune systems who have mild-to-moderate COVID-19. The goal is to see if the combination prevents hospitalizations or worsening symptoms better than remdesiv…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antiviral pill aims to keep High-Risk COVID patients out of hospital
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the antiviral drug molnupiravir can prevent severe illness from COVID-19 in adults at high risk. About 3,000 non-hospitalized participants will take either molnupiravir or a placebo for 5 days. The main goal is to see if the drug reduces hospitalizations,…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV patients to keep receiving promising treatments in new study
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study offers continued access to HIV medications (fostemsavir or dolutegravir/lamivudine) for 183 people who completed earlier ViiV Healthcare studies and are still benefiting. The goal is to provide treatment while collecting more safety information. Participants must have …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: ViiV Healthcare • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to keep High-Risk COVID patients out of the hospital
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an oral medication called ibuzatrelvir in adults and teens with COVID-19 who are not hospitalized but have a high risk of becoming severely ill. Participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 5 days, and researchers will track whether it reduces emerg…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene therapy takes on hepatitis b: first human trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new gene therapy called PBGENE-HBV in 45 adults with chronic hepatitis B who are already on antiviral medication. The goal is to see if the treatment is safe and can help control the virus. Participants must be in good health and have no liver scarr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Precision BioSciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a shot replace daily HIV pills? new trial tests injectable combo
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an injectable combination of two experimental drugs, GS-3242 and lenacapavir, can control HIV-1 as well as the daily pill Biktarvy. About 700 people with HIV who have never taken antiviral treatment will receive either the injectable regimen or the standa…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pregnant women with hepatitis c get new hope in drug trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing the safety and drug levels of glecaprevir/pibrentasvir, a hepatitis C treatment, in 30 pregnant women with or without HIV. The goal is to see how the drug works during pregnancy and to monitor the health of both mothers and their infants up to 10 weeks after…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test could guide anal cancer treatment, reducing side effects
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a blood test (ctDNA) can help doctors customize the dose of chemoradiation for people with anal cancer. Depending on how the tumor responds, some patients may get a lower radiation dose to reduce side effects, while others may get a higher dose or an adde…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jennifer Dorth • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug could help kidney transplant patients avoid rejection
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests if a new drug called siplizumab can safely prevent kidney transplant rejection better than the current standard treatment. About 120 adults receiving a kidney transplant will be split into three groups: two groups get different doses of siplizumab, and one gets t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Nefro Avillion Clinical Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Ultra-Long-Acting HIV shots could mean fewer doses for patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a new ultra-long-acting injectable HIV medication works as well as the current long-acting version. About 564 adults and teens with well-controlled HIV will receive either the ultra-long-acting or the standard long-acting shots. The goal is to see if the …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: ViiV Healthcare • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Inhaled antibiotics aim to beat pneumonia in ECMO patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether inhaling the antibiotic amikacin can better treat pneumonia caused by gram-negative bacteria in patients on veno-arterial ECMO (a heart-lung bypass machine). Standard antibiotics often fail in these patients, possibly because the bypass reduces blo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug offers hope for lymphoma patients who Can't get transplants
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 study tests the drug epcoritamab in 30 people with relapsed or refractory large B-cell lymphoma who are not eligible for a stem cell transplant. Epcoritamab is a bispecific antibody that helps the immune system target and kill cancer cells. The main goal is to see ho…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New 5-Drug combo aims to tackle tough lymphoma
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a combination of five drugs (venetoclax, ibrutinib, prednisone, obinutuzumab, and lenalidomide, called ViPOR) in adults with B-cell lymphoma that has come back or not responded to prior treatment. The main goal is to check the safety of this drug mix. Up to 155 p…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New STING agonist drug enters human trials for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests the safety of CRD3874-SI, a drug that activates the STING pathway to boost the immune system against cancer. About 81 adults with advanced solid tumors (sarcoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, and others) will receive weekly IV infusions at increasing doses. …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New inhaled drug aims to fight deadly lung scarring
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests an experimental inhaled medication called LTI-03 in about 120 people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a progressive lung disease that causes scarring and breathing difficulty. Participants will inhale LTI-03 or a placebo twice daily for 24 weeks.…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Rein Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New TB cocktail aims to shorten treatment
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new combination of three drugs—sorfequiline, pretomanid, and linezolid—in 100 adults with newly diagnosed, drug-sensitive tuberculosis. Participants take the pills daily for 17 weeks. The goal is to see if the combo is safe and can clear the infection faster th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Global Alliance for TB Drug Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a bone drug help control HIV?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis small Phase 2 trial tests whether alendronate, a drug used for bone health, can reduce the hidden HIV reservoir in people already on antiretroviral therapy. About 30 participants will receive either alendronate or a placebo, and researchers will measure changes in HIV DNA an…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a tiny ear tube offer lasting relief for middle ear infections?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is checking how well the Solo+ tympanostomy tube works in people with middle ear infections. Researchers will review doctor notes, monitor how the tubes function after surgery, and ask patients or their parents about their experience. The goal is to gather real-world i…
Sponsor: AventaMed DAC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Texts and patches aim to help HIV patients kick the habit
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program that sends personalized text messages and provides nicotine patches to help people with HIV in Cambodia stop smoking. Researchers will enroll 800 smokers and check if they quit after 6 months using self-reports and breath tests. The goal is to find a pr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simpler dental procedure spare kids from a painful root canal?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a simpler dental procedure called pulpotomy works as well as the standard pulpectomy for treating severe tooth decay in children's baby molars. Pulpotomy removes only the infected part of the pulp and seals it, while pulpectomy removes the entire pulp and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Qatar University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a blood test and MRI tailor cancer therapy to each patient?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether giving extra chemotherapy or a combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy after standard treatment can improve outcomes for people with nasopharyngeal carcinoma. The choice of treatment is based on each patient's risk level, determined by changes in a …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a decades-old arthritis drug protect dialysis patients' hearts and veins?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether low-dose colchicine, an inexpensive anti-inflammatory drug, is safe and acceptable for people on hemodialysis. Researchers will give 100 dialysis patients colchicine for about 3 months, monitoring side effects and how many stick with it. The goal is to se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King's College London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV cocktail aims to free patients from daily pills
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether a mix of intensified antiretrovirals, a latency-reversing drug, an anti-proliferative drug, and a personalized vaccine can shrink the hidden HIV reservoir enough to allow people to stop their daily medication. The study will enroll 70 adults with …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Federal University of São Paulo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Kids' diarrhea: drug plus fluids tested
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests how the drug rifaximin (Xifaxan) works in children aged 6 to 11 with acute diarrhea likely caused by bacteria. Half the children get the drug plus oral rehydration therapy, the other half get rehydration alone. Researchers want to see if adding the drug helps dia…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Bausch Health Americas, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo may outperform chemo in rare lymphoma
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether an immunotherapy-based regimen (sintilimab, pegaspargase, and anlotinib) works better than standard chemotherapy before a stem cell transplant in people with newly diagnosed, advanced extranodal NK/T-cell lymphoma. Participants are randomly assign…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Rong Tao • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Breathing technique may outperform spirometry for smog pneumonia recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a specific breathing exercise, the Buteyko technique, can improve oxygen levels, reduce breathlessness, and enhance exercise ability in patients with pneumonia caused by smog. It compares this approach to incentive spirometry, a standard device that encou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can paxlovid hold the line against severe COVID-19 outside the lab?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study watches how Paxlovid performs in real life, not in a controlled trial. It follows about 3,000 people in Korea with mild-to-moderate COVID-19 who are at high risk of getting very sick. Researchers track side effects, hospitalizations, and deaths over 28 days after the l…
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can simple reminders keep children safe from malaria after hospital?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial in Benin tests different ways to help caregivers give children a 3-day course of malaria prevention medicine each month for three months after leaving the hospital. The children, all under 10, were hospitalized with severe malaria or severe anemia. Some families get ho…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Institut de Recherche Clinique du Benin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New TB cocktails aim to speed up recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests new combinations of drugs for adults with lung tuberculosis (TB). The goal is to see if these new regimens work faster and are safer than the current standard treatment. About 315 participants will receive either an experimental drug combo or the usual care for 8…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New virus therapy takes on advanced cancers in first human trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new treatment called MQ710, a modified virus injected directly into tumors, alone or with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab. It is for people with advanced solid tumors (like skin cancer or head and neck cancer) that have not responded to standar…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to shield autoimmune patients from Life-Threatening infections
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a medicine called Panzyga can prevent major infections in people with autoimmune or rheumatic conditions who have low antibody levels after receiving B-cell depletion therapy. About 360 adults will receive either Panzyga or a placebo, and researchers will…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Octapharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody drug targets skin scarring in transplant survivors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called axatilimab for people whose skin becomes thick and hard (sclerotic) after a donor stem cell transplant, a condition called chronic graft-versus-host disease. The drug aims to block immune signals that cause inflammation and scarring. About 50 adults…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug KUP-101A enters first human tests for advanced skin cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new drug called KUP-101A in 21 people with advanced skin cancers (like melanoma or Merkel cell carcinoma) that have not responded to other treatments. The main goals are to find the safest dose and check for side effects. Researchers will also measu…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Kupando GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody BNT351 enters first human trial for HIV
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new antibody called BNT351 in 67 adults, both with and without HIV. The goal is to check safety, how long the antibody stays in the blood, and whether it can lower HIV levels in people with the virus. It is a first step toward possibly controlling H…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: BioNTech SE • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fighting HIV stigma with job skills and peer support — a bold experiment in zambia
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a program called Kupambana for young people with HIV in Zambia. It combines weekly peer-led support groups to reduce stigma with a voucher for vocational training and a financial literacy session. Researchers want to see if this approach can improve mental health…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to break the cycle of repeat c. diff infections
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called ibezapolstat in 20 people who have had three or more C. diff infections in the past year. The goal is to see if the drug can cure the current infection and reduce the chance of it coming back. Participants will take the drug twice a da…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Acurx Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new antibiotic outmatch an old one against Drug-Resistant pneumonia?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is testing an experimental antibiotic called ASK0912 against an older drug, polymyxin B, in adults with hospital-acquired or ventilator-associated pneumonia caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria. Participants will receive one of two dosing schedules of ASK0912 or the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jiangsu Aosaikang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tests antifungal drug in infants to fight dangerous infections
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing the antifungal drug posaconazole in infants under 2 years old who have a serious fungal infection. The goal is to find out how the drug moves through the body and what dose is safe. About 40 infants will receive the drug either through an IV or as a powder m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a phone call save lives after sepsis? new trial in africa aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two ways to follow up with adult patients who survived sepsis in the hospital. One group gets enhanced discharge instructions, and the other gets those instructions plus automated phone calls checking on symptoms and providing health tips. The goal is to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Makerere University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new immune drug outsmart Hard-to-Treat tumors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests an experimental drug called STAR0602, which is designed to help the immune system attack cancer cells. It is being studied in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is given alone or combined with chemotherapy, …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Marengo Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can peer mentors help stop HIV transmission from mother to child?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an enhanced Mentor Mother strategy, where trained peer counselors provide tailored support to pregnant and postpartum women living with HIV. The goal is to see if this approach can be successfully implemented and improve health outcomes, such as keeping mothers i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental antibody takes aim at Hard-to-Treat lymphoma
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a drug called teclistamab in 30 adults with plasmablastic lymphoma that has returned or not responded to prior treatment. Teclistamab is a bispecific antibody designed to attach to both cancer cells and immune T-cells, helping the immune system attack…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple blood test curb antibiotic overuse in sick kids?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether using a blood marker called procalcitonin (PCT) to guide antibiotic decisions can safely shorten treatment duration in children with bacterial infections in intensive care. About 296 children will be randomly assigned to either PCT-guided care or standard…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could oral antibiotics replace hospital stays for Syphilis-Exposed newborns?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether oral antibiotics (linezolid or amoxicillin) can effectively treat newborns at risk of congenital syphilis, compared to a standard penicillin shot. The goal is to find a safe, outpatient-friendly option that avoids long hospital stays. The trial involves 9…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Tumor-Injected drug combo outlast standard care in advanced sarcoma?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial is testing whether an investigational drug called INT230-6, which combines three anti-cancer agents and is injected directly into tumors, can help people with advanced soft tissue sarcoma live longer than those receiving standard care. The study enrolls adults …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Intensity Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Malaria drug artesunate tested for lung scarring
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests whether artesunate, a drug used for malaria, is safe for people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that scars the lungs and makes breathing hard. Fifteen adults with IPF will receive either artesunate capsules or a placebo for 12 week…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Joseph C. Wu • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New RSV drug trial aims to protect vulnerable adults
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental antiviral drug called S-337395 in adults with RSV who are at high risk for severe illness. Participants must have symptoms for less than 72 hours and a confirmed RSV infection. The goal is to see if the drug can lower the amount of virus in the bo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shionogi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could intense workouts reverse cognitive decline in older HIV patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether 16 weeks of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can improve blood vessel function and thinking skills in adults aged 50 and older living with HIV. Participants are randomly assigned to either HIIT or continuous moderate exercise. The study also explor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common virus help brain tumors grow? new trial tests Anti-Viral drug in breast cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial is testing whether an anti-viral drug called valganciclovir (Valcyte) can help treat breast cancer that has spread to the brain. The study includes 28 adults with progressive brain metastases who also have evidence of a common virus called CMV. Participants ta…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: The Methodist Hospital Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double immunotherapy may keep nasopharyngeal cancer at bay
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug relatlimab to standard nivolumab maintenance therapy can extend the time before cancer grows or spreads in patients with recurrent or metastatic nasopharyngeal cancer linked to Epstein-Barr virus. Participants first …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cocktail aims to tame rare brain cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a combination of four drugs—lenalidomide, nivolumab, rituximab, and methotrexate—in people with primary CNS lymphoma, a rare cancer of the brain or spinal cord. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if adding lenalidomide and nivolumab to standa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Aging in place: could mobile teams keep nursing home residents out of the hospital?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether nursing home residents who become acutely ill can be safely assessed and treated at home by municipal acute care teams, with remote consultation from a senior hospital physician, instead of being sent to the hospital. Participating nursing homes are rando…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Copenhagen University Hospital at Herlev • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New HIV shot moves to first human safety tests
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new long-acting injectable drug called VH4524184 in healthy adults to see if it is safe and how the body handles it. The goal is to find a dose that could one day help control HIV with fewer shots. About 268 volunteers will receive either the drug or a placebo …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: ViiV Healthcare • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New inhaled therapy aims to slow lung scarring in IPF
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an inhaled version of the drug nintedanib (called AP02) in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that scars the lungs and makes breathing hard. About 160 adults aged 40 and older who are not currently on IPF treatment will take either a low o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Avalyn Pharma Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a weekly pill replace daily HIV treatment? new study aims to find out.
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a once-weekly combination of two experimental drugs (islatravir and ulonivirine) works as well as the standard daily three-drug pill Biktarvy for people newly diagnosed with HIV-1. About 570 adults who have never taken HIV medication will be randomly assi…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New CAR t-cell combo aims to control aggressive leukemia
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a CAR T-cell drug called brexucabtagene autoleucel in 40 adults with B-cell acute lymphocytic leukemia that has come back or is hard to treat. Participants first receive standard chemotherapy drugs to reduce cancer, then get the CAR T-cells. The goal is to see if…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can online therapy stop insulin resistance in HIV patients? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an internet-based depression treatment called cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT-D) can prevent insulin resistance from getting worse in adults with HIV who are on antiretroviral therapy and have depression. Researchers will compare the online therapy pro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered cells take on hard-to-treat blood cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new approach for people with certain blood cancers (like lymphoma) that have returned or not responded to standard therapy. Participants receive their own immune cells that have been modified to attack cancer cells, along with specially edited stem …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to tackle tough blood cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial is testing a combination of six chemotherapy drugs (clofarabine, etoposide, cyclophosphamide, liposomal vincristine, dexamethasone, and bortezomib) in patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, lymphoblastic lymphoma, or related cancers that have come back or…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug could beat virus threat in transplant patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug, brincidofovir, against the current treatment cidofovir for adenovirus infection in children and adults who have had a stem cell transplant. About 180 participants will receive one of the two drugs intravenously until the virus is cleared or up to 12 w…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: SymBio Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to slow lung scarring in IPF patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called PIPE-791 in 324 adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that scars the lungs and makes breathing hard. Participants take either a low or high dose of PIPE-791 or a placebo daily for several months. The main goal is t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Contineum Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug duo aims to stop kidney rejection in its tracks
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests two drugs, carfilzomib and belatacept, in 25 kidney transplant recipients who have a type of rejection called antibody-mediated rejection. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can reduce harmful antibodies or improve kidney function over …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo after brain radiation shows promise for lymphoma patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests whether a combination of two drugs (loncastuximab tesirine and rituximab) given after precise radiation to the brain is safe and effective for central nervous system lymphoma. The study enrolls 12 adults whose lymphoma has returned or who cannot recei…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody drug aims to slow lung scarring in IPF
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether MTX-463, an antibody that blocks a protein linked to scarring, can slow lung function decline in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). About 164 adults with IPF will receive either the drug or a placebo for 24 weeks. The main goal is to…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mediar Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New inhaled drug for lung scarring moves to Long-Term safety check
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at the long-term safety of an inhaled drug (AP01) for people with progressive lung scarring (pulmonary fibrosis). It is for those who already completed an earlier Avalyn Pharma study. About 340 participants will receive the drug and be monitored for side effects …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Avalyn Pharma Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Texts and peers could help LGBTQ+ youth beat HIV in nigeria
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program that combines peer support and text message reminders to help young LGBTQ+ people with HIV in Nigeria stay on their medication and lower their virus levels. One hundred participants aged 15-29 will receive the program for 24 weeks. The goal is to see if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple asthma drug prevent a dangerous immunotherapy side effect?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using inhaled budesonide (a steroid commonly used for asthma) for one year can stop lung inflammation from coming back in cancer patients who had a serious immune reaction to immunotherapy. About 94 adults with solid tumors who recently had lung inflammat…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AHS Cancer Control Alberta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an immune boost keep myeloma patients Infection-Free on powerful new drugs?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether giving immune globulin (IGI) regularly can prevent serious infections in adults with multiple myeloma who are receiving a bispecific antibody therapy. About 183 participants will be randomly assigned to get IGI right away for 12 months or only aft…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can antivirals tame a deadly Tick-Borne virus?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether two antiviral drugs, favipiravir and ribavirin, can help clear the virus faster in adults hospitalized with Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF), a severe tick-borne infection. Participants will receive one of the drugs or optimized standard care, and r…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising new combo therapy for infant leukemia shows potential
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding two targeted drugs, blinatumomab and venetoclax, to standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes for infants with a type of leukemia called acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). About 153 infants will participate. The goal is to see if these combinatio…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibiotic lefamulin takes on Drug-Resistant pneumonia
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at how safe and effective the antibiotic lefamulin is for treating community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) in Chinese patients. CAP is a lung infection caught outside of hospitals, and many common antibiotics are becoming less effective due to drug resistance. Lefamul…
Sponsor: Marubeni Pharmaceuticals (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for transplant patients with stubborn CMV infection
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study in Japan tracks 250 organ or stem cell transplant patients whose CMV infection did not improve with standard treatments. Participants take Maribavir tablets as part of their regular care, and doctors monitor side effects and whether the virus clears from the blood for …
Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple pill stop a hidden virus after cancer treatment?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the drug letermovir can prevent cytomegalovirus (CMV) from reactivating in people who have received a type of CAR T-cell therapy called axicabtagene ciloleucel. CMV is a common virus that can cause serious illness when the immune system is weakened. The t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to get older HIV patients moving
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests three approaches to help older adults with HIV become more physically active: one-on-one coaching, cognitive behavioral therapy to overcome barriers like low motivation or pain, and a Fitbit-based social support program. About 196 participants will wear a Fitbit …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Butler Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy-Chemo cocktail shows promise for tough hodgkin lymphoma
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab to standard GVD chemotherapy can improve outcomes for people with Hodgkin lymphoma that has returned or not responded to initial treatment. About 257 participants will receive up to 4 cycles of the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Supercharged immune cells take on tough blood cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment for people with blood cancers like leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma that have returned or not responded to treatment. Participants receive chemotherapy followed by specially engineered natural killer (NK) cells from donated cord blood. The…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wart war: vitamin D3 or acyclovir injections – which works better?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether injecting acyclovir (an antiviral drug) or vitamin D3 directly into skin warts can clear them. Forty people aged 12 and older with common, plantar, flat, or nail warts will receive injections every two weeks for up to four sessions. The main goal is to se…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a probiotic or a gentle ear stimulator sharpen thinking in HIV and alcohol use?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two approaches to improve thinking and reduce inflammation in people with HIV who drink alcohol. One approach uses a probiotic supplement to restore healthy gut bacteria. The other uses a mild electrical device worn on the ear to stimulate a nerve linked to infla…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a drug combo shield lungs from radiation damage?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking pentoxifylline and vitamin E during chemoradiation can prevent lung injury (pneumonitis) in stage III non-small cell lung cancer patients. 150 participants will receive either the drug combo or a placebo for 6 months. The goal is to see if this red…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to tame chronic GVHD
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding axatilimab to standard steroid treatment helps people with moderate to severe chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD), a complication after stem cell transplant. About 240 participants aged 12 and older will receive either axatilimab or a placebo…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Incyte Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New injection aims to revive immune system in HIV patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called JL18008 in people with HIV whose immune systems have not fully recovered despite standard antiretroviral therapy. The goal is to see if adding this drug can safely increase CD4+ T cells, which are crucial for fighting infections. The t…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jecho Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can an antiviral drug stop RSV in vulnerable patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the antiviral drug remdesivir can help treat RSV (a common respiratory virus) in people whose immune systems are weakened by certain cancer treatments or autoimmune therapies. About 60 adults with confirmed RSV will receive remdesivir intravenously. The m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could a gel stop genital warts from coming back?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether applying a special gel (Geniwa gel) after laser removal can better treat recurrent genital warts and prevent them from returning. Adults who have had at least three laser treatments and still experience recurrences are eligible. Participants recei…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: KTH Biopharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Immune cells take aim at Post-Transplant virus
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new treatment using specially grown immune cells (EBV-AST cells) to fight EBV infections in people who have had a stem cell transplant. The trial will enroll 18 adults with persistent EBV in their blood. Researchers will test three different doses t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Daihong Liu • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New bacterial vaginosis treatment aims to rebalance vaginal flora
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment called FB301 in 120 women aged 18-45 with bacterial vaginosis (BV). Before FB301, some women will receive an antibiotic or a vaginal wash to see if that helps restore healthy bacteria. The goal is to improve the balance of good bacteria in the vag…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Freya Biosciences ApS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New CAR-T therapy aims to tackle Hard-to-Treat hodgkin lymphoma
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new type of immunotherapy called CAR-T cells, which are specially engineered to recognize and attack CD30, a protein found on Hodgkin lymphoma cells. The trial enrolls up to 31 adults whose cancer has returned or not responded to standard treatments. Participan…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a new pill help the immune system fight cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is testing an investigational drug called ARV-6723, given as a pill, in people with advanced solid tumors. The drug is designed to help the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells. The study will test ARV-6723 alone and in combination with pembrolizumab, an imm…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Arvinas Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New drug karonudib tested in blood cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests the safety of a new drug called karonudib in up to 9 adults with blood cancers like leukemia who have no standard treatment options left. The study aims to find a safe dose and look for any signs that the drug works. It is too early to know if karonud…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Thomas Helleday Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New lung fibrosis pill tested for Long-Term safety in 1,700 patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests the long-term safety of the drug nerandomilast in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) or progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF). All 1,700 participants have already taken the drug in a previous study. They will take nerandomilast tablets for up to 1 yea…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a simple wash save a tooth that hurts?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether using calcium hypochlorite or sodium hypochlorite to clean the pulp wound during a partial pulpotomy can improve the success of saving painful, deeply decayed permanent molars. Adults aged 18-40 with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis will undergo the proc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Postgraduate Institute of Dental Sciences Rohtak • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a Four-Pronged attack beat brain lymphoma?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is testing whether combining a short course of focused radiation with three drugs—GM-CSF, pomalidomide, and glofitamab—can effectively treat newly diagnosed primary central nervous system diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (PCNSL), a rare and aggressive cancer of the brain …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could a Lab-Made protein help fight HIV-Related cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a lab-made human protein called CYT107 in 55 people with HIV and Kaposi sarcoma. The protein aims to boost T cells, which may help shrink cancer tumors. Participants receive weekly injections for up to 4 weeks, with follow-up for 3 years.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New shot aims to tame hepatitis b without daily pills
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called AHB-137 in 70 adults with chronic hepatitis B who are already on antiviral pills. The drug is given as a shot under the skin. The goal is to see if it can lower the virus to undetectable levels and allow some people to stop the…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AusperBio Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Gene therapy injection takes aim at Hard-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a single-dose gene therapy called VNX-101 for people with certain blood cancers (like leukemia or lymphoma) that have returned or not responded to standard treatment. The therapy delivers instructions to the body to make a protein that helps immune ce…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Vironexis Biotherapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can $500 a month help young people with HIV get better care?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving young people (ages 18-35) living with HIV a monthly payment of $500 for 18 months helps them stay in care and keep the virus under control. About 304 participants who have faced financial hardship will be randomly assigned to receive either the cas…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could a shot replace daily HIV pills? new trial tests Two-Injection combo
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests whether switching to a combination of two injectable drugs, GS-3242 and lenacapavir, works as well as staying on the daily pill Biktarvy for people with HIV who already have the virus under control. About 175 participants will be randomly assigned to eith…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to fight hard-to-treat blood cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new treatment for adults with certain types of blood cancer (like lymphoma) that have come back or not responded to standard therapies. The treatment combines a targeted drug (pirtobrutinib) with specially engineered immune cells (CAR T-cells) desig…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could adding a common antibiotic beat syphilis in HIV patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding doxycycline to the standard penicillin shot works better for treating early syphilis in people with HIV. About 688 adults will be randomly assigned to get either penicillin alone or penicillin plus a week of doxycycline pills. The main goal is to s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Stomach cancer trial combines chemo with Bacteria-Fighting treatment
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is for people with a type of stomach cancer that is H. pylori-positive and can be removed with surgery. It compares standard chemotherapy before and after surgery to the same chemotherapy plus treatment to eliminate H. pylori bacteria. The goal is to see if adding the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can early HIV treatment free infants from lifelong meds?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving very early and intensive antiretroviral therapy, plus an antibody, can help infants with HIV achieve remission—meaning the virus stays undetectable even after stopping treatment. Researchers will enroll about 1,120 infants and follow them for safet…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Experimental drug aims to reverse liver damage in rare triple condition
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called foscenvivint in people with liver cirrhosis caused by HIV and hepatitis C co-infection who also have hemophilia. Participants receive the drug once a week for 24 weeks. Researchers will check if the drug improves liver function and is safe to use.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kiminori Kimura, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for GVHD patients: ruxolitinib tested as First-Line therapy
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two drugs, ruxolitinib and prednisone, as the first treatment for chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD), a complication after bone marrow transplant. About 120 adults who need systemic therapy for cGVHD will be randomly assigned to receive one of the two d…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Brain-Penetrating drug tackle recurrent CNS lymphoma?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether paxalisib (GDC-0084), an oral drug taken daily, can shrink or control tumors in people with recurrent or refractory primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL) — a rare type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that starts in the brain or spinal cord.…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Lakshmi Nayak, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug mosunetuzumab takes on rituximab in rare lymphoma trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether mosunetuzumab, a newer antibody, works better than the standard rituximab for nodular lymphocyte-predominant Hodgkin lymphoma (NLPHL). About 70 patients with untreated or previously treated NLPHL will receive one of the two drugs. The main goal is…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising new combo aims to beat aggressive leukemia
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing a combination of blinatumomab (an immune-boosting drug) with dasatinib or imatinib (targeted pills) and standard chemotherapy for people with a specific type of leukemia called Philadelphia chromosome-positive or Philadelphia chromosome-like B-ALL. T…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may tailor throat cancer treatment, sparing patients from harsh side effects
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a blood test that detects HPV DNA can help doctors personalize treatment for people with HPV-related throat cancer. Participants receive radiation therapy, with or without chemotherapy, but the intensity is adjusted based on their blood test results and c…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jonathan Schoenfeld, MD, MPH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy before surgery: a new hope for HPV throat cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab, given before surgery, can help treat HPV-related throat cancer that can be removed. About 20 adults with stage I oropharyngeal cancer will receive two doses of atezolizumab followed by standard surgery. Th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Stop the pills when symptoms vanish? landmark trial for Kids' infections
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether children with bacterial infections like urinary tract infections, cellulitis, or pneumonia can safely stop oral antibiotics once their symptoms go away, instead of finishing the entire course. About 200 children aged 1 to 17 who have already received IV a…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New oral drug takes on tough brain cancer in phase 3 trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial is testing whether the oral targeted drug tirabrutinib works better than a standard combination of rituximab and temozolomide for people with relapsed or refractory primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL). About 132 participants will be randomly assigne…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for young cancer patients: glofitamab trial targets tough lymphoma
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called glofitamab, which helps the immune system find and kill cancer cells, in children and young adults (ages 6 months to under 30) whose B-cell lymphoma has come back or not responded to treatment. Some participants receive glofitamab alone, while other…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to beat leukemia in young adults
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase III trial is testing whether adding inotuzumab ozogamicin—a drug that targets cancer cells—to standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes for young adults (ages 18-39) newly diagnosed with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. About 310 participants will be enrolled. The…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New weekly shot could fight deadly mould infections with fewer side effects
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests whether a new drug called EL219 (Turletricin) is safe and effective for early treatment of invasive mould infections in people with weakened immune systems, such as those who have had a bone marrow transplant. About 60 participants will receive either EL2…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Elion Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a daily pill keep brain lymphoma at bay after remission?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is testing whether taking tirabrutinib daily can help people with primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL) stay in remission longer after their initial chemotherapy has worked. Participants who have achieved complete remission will be randomly assigned to receiv…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kyorin University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can exercise rebuild lungs damaged by dust?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether aerobic exercise or resistance exercise can improve lung function in male quarry workers who have breathing problems from years of dust exposure. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: aerobic training, resistance training, or a co…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug ION717 aims to slow fatal brain disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called ION717 for people with early-stage prion disease, a rare and fatal brain condition. The drug is given via a spinal injection and aims to reduce harmful prion proteins. The trial will check safety, side effects, and how the drug moves through the…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer-Killing virus trial launches for patients out of options
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 1 trial tests IDOV-Immune, a genetically engineered virus designed to infect and destroy cancer cells while boosting the immune system. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors (like colorectal, pancreatic, or lung cancer) that have not responded to standard treatme…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: ViroMissile, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody therapy aims to stop chronic kidney transplant rejection
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a bispecific T-cell engager (BiTE) antibody in kidney transplant recipients who have chronic active antibody-mediated rejection (cAMR). The BiTE targets BCMA and CD3 to deplete harmful B cells and plasma cells that produce donor-specific antibodies. Researchers w…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Turun Song • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot aims to free hepatitis b patients from daily pills
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests an injection called AHB-137 in 60 adults with chronic hepatitis B who are already on antiviral pills. The goal is to see if the drug can lower virus levels enough that patients can safely stop all treatment. The study will check if the virus stays undetec…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ausper Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fighting hunger and HIV: new study tests peer support to tackle food insecurity
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at how food insecurity affects heart and metabolic health in people with HIV. Researchers will test a program that combines peer support and a mobile health app to help reduce food insecurity and improve insulin resistance. About 200 adults with HIV from a clinic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for Hard-to-Treat leukemia
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial is testing a combination of two targeted drugs, inotuzumab ozogamicin and blinatumomab, with or without ponatinib, for adults with a type of leukemia called B-ALL. The study includes newly diagnosed older adults and those whose cancer has returned or not respo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New foot fungus film shows promise in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new topical film called ZYG24004 for athlete's foot (tinea pedis). About 64 adults with the infection will apply the film to their feet once or twice. The main goals are to check safety, how the body processes the drug, and whether it can clear the …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sinomune Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with liver fluke: drug trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests different doses of a drug called arpraziquantel in children aged 6-7 who are infected with a liver fluke parasite (Opisthorchis viverrini). The goal is to find the safest and most effective dose to cure the infection. 125 children will receive one of several dose…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jennifer Keiser • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot aims to cure hepatitis b – early trial underway
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called AHB-137 in 84 adults with chronic hepatitis B who are already on antiviral therapy. The goal is to see if AHB-137 can clear the hepatitis B surface antigen and keep the virus under control, potentially leading to a functional c…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AusperBio Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Two-Drug punch before surgery shrink head & neck tumors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding an experimental drug (CDX-1140) to a standard immunotherapy (cemiplimab) before surgery can shrink advanced head and neck cancers more than the immunotherapy alone. About 44 people with stage III-IV head and neck cancer will receive either the comb…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer drug dasatinib takes aim at hidden HIV in small trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether dasatinib, a drug used for leukemia, can reduce the hidden HIV reservoir in people whose virus is already suppressed by antiretroviral therapy (ART). Fourteen adults on ART for at least 4 years will be randomly assigned to take dasatinib or a placebo dail…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New inhaled drug aims to stop lung infections in vulnerable blood cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental inhaled drug called PUL-042 in 100 people with blood cancers or who have had a stem cell transplant and have a viral lung infection. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo three times over six days. The goal is to see if PUL-042 can red…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Pulmotect, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug could stop knee infections after replacement
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an investigational drug called PLG0206 can prevent infections from coming back after knee replacement surgery. About 240 adults who need a special cleaning surgery (DAIR) for an infected knee joint will receive either PLG0206 or a placebo during the proce…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Peptilogics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Malaria drug could help fight dangerous virus in transplant patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding the malaria drug artesunate to standard antiviral treatment can better control cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection in people who have received a solid organ transplant (kidney, lung, heart, or liver). About 90 adult participants will receive either a l…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Amivas Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study targets rare Virus-Driven inflammatory syndrome
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at a newly recognized disease called KSHV Inflammatory Cytokine Syndrome (KICS), caused by a virus that can also lead to certain cancers. Researchers aim to learn more about the disease and test experimental treatments, including antiviral and chemotherapy drugs,…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tame hepatitis b virus
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two drugs, VIR-2218 and peginterferon, in 50 adults with mild chronic hepatitis B. The goal is to lower the virus level in the blood and improve the body's immune response. Participants receive injections for 6 months and are followed for over 2 years, including …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare childhood cancer: drug cocktail aims to shrink tumors and prevent return
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is for children and young adults (up to age 30) with a rare type of soft tissue cancer called non-rhabdomyosarcoma. It tests whether adding the drugs pazopanib and selinexor to standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes. Participants receive treatment tailored to their…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a vaginal gel replace surgery for cervical dysplasia?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests whether a mushroom-based vaginal gel (Papilocare) can help clear HPV and reverse mild to moderate cervical dysplasia (CIN1/CIN2). Seventy women aged 30-50 will either use the gel for 6 months or follow the standard 'watch and wait' approach. The study…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a poop pill save lives? new trial targets superbug lung infections in ICU patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) — transferring healthy donor stool into the gut — can lower the risk of death in ventilated ICU patients with multidrug-resistant lung infections. The idea is that restoring gut bacteria may help fight lung infection…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Shorter TB treatment: a 4-Month regimen put to the test
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is testing whether a 4-month treatment for drug-sensitive pulmonary tuberculosis works as well as the standard 6-month regimen. The study involves 270 adults with newly diagnosed TB. If the shorter course proves effective, it could make treatment easier to complete and…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smart brain implant outsmart chronic pain?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a new type of deep brain stimulation (DBS) can better relieve chronic pain that hasn't responded to other treatments. Unlike traditional DBS, which delivers constant stimulation, this approach uses a device that adapts stimulation in real time based on br…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sniffing your way back: does scent therapy rebuild COVID-Shattered smell?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a 12-week smell training program can help people who lost their sense of smell after COVID-19. Participants will sniff four different scents twice daily, with one group using rose, orange, clove, and eucalyptus, and another using cheese, coffee, strawberr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can specially grown immune cells from donors beat viruses that won't go away?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing whether immune cells called R-MVST cells, grown quickly from a healthy donor, can safely fight off stubborn viral infections (EBV, CMV, adenovirus, or BK virus) in children and young adults with weakened immune systems. Participants have not resp…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Monica Bhatia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a once-weekly TB pill safely mix with HIV treatment in kids?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates how a weekly TB prevention regimen (rifapentine and isoniazid) affects levels of the HIV drug dolutegravir in children living with HIV. Researchers will measure drug concentrations in the blood to see if the combination remains safe and effective. The stud…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ancient herbal mix put to the test against COVID-19
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a traditional Chinese herbal formula, Yinqiaosan-Maxingganshitang, can help people with mild to moderate COVID-19 recover faster. About 96 adults who tested positive and have had symptoms for no more than 72 hours will receive either the herbal granules o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart pill bottles and health coaches team up to tackle HIV in the deep south
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether combining community health worker support with a smart pill bottle that tracks medication and sends reminders can improve HIV treatment adherence and viral suppression. The study enrolls 420 adults with HIV in Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi who have …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a common antibiotic beat MRSA in kids? a trial puts TMP-SMX to the test
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial compares two oral antibiotics—trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) and clindamycin—to see which works better for children with invasive MRSA infections, such as bone, joint, or deep tissue infections. About 100 children aged 60 days to 18 years will take one of the …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Flu drug zanamivir tested against Dengue's deadliest complication
Disease control Recruiting nowThis pilot trial tests whether intravenous zanamivir, a drug already used for flu, can reduce vascular permeability — the dangerous blood vessel leakage that is the main cause of death in dengue fever. About 74 people with dengue and warning signs will receive either zanamivir or…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: George Washington University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug tame hepatitis e? a first human trial begins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called AT-587 in healthy adults to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. The drug is being developed as a potential treatment for hepatitis E, a liver infection that currently has no approved therapy. Participants recei…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Atea Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a sticky film shield breast cancer patients from radiation burns in tropical heat?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a silicone film called Mepitel Film can prevent radiation dermatitis — painful skin irritation — in breast cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy in Singapore's hot and humid weather. About 60 adults who have had breast cancer surgery and are schedu…
Sponsor: National University Hospital, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can Long-Acting HIV shots outperform daily pills during lymphoma treatment?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether long-acting injectable antiretroviral drugs can control HIV better than standard oral pills in adults with AIDS-related lymphoma who are also receiving chemotherapy. Participants will receive one of three HIV treatment strategies—oral pills alone, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Public Health Clinical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can one Mega-Dose of an antifungal beat a deadly infection in AIDS patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase III trial is testing whether a single high dose (10 mg/kg) of liposomal amphotericin B can safely and effectively treat disseminated histoplasmosis, a serious fungal infection, in adults with AIDS. The standard treatment requires two weeks of daily infusions. The study…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Federal University of Health Science of Porto Alegre • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ancient herb, modern hope: ashwagandha compound tested to prevent deadly transplant complication
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a compound from the herb ashwagandha, called withaferin A, can help prevent graft-versus-host disease (GvHD) in people receiving a stem cell transplant for blood cancer. GvHD is a serious complication where donated immune cells attack the recipient's body…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tata Memorial Centre • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a safer dose of an old drug shield vulnerable children from deadly fungal infections?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a low dose of the antifungal drug liposomal amphotericin B can prevent invasive fungal infections in children aged 3 to 17 who have prolonged neutropenia (very low white blood cell counts) after cancer treatment or stem cell transplant. The drug is given …
Sponsor: Haikou Affiliated Hospital of Central South University Xiangya School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Steam mask vs. warm flannel: which melts away children's eyelid lumps faster?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial compares a steam mask — a fabric mask with self-hydrating beads heated in a microwave — to the traditional warm compress (a towel soaked in warm water) for treating chalazion, a common eyelid lump, in children aged 5 to 16. Researchers will measure whether the steam ma…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Sheffield • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Home care plus nutrition may cut post-hospital deaths in HIV — a trial puts it to the test
Disease control Recruiting nowPeople living with HIV face high risks after leaving the hospital. This trial tests whether regular home visits by nurse-counselor teams — with or without food parcels — can lower the chance of death within six months. About 780 adults in South Africa will be randomly assigned to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple blood test could curb antibiotic overuse in indonesia
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether a rapid C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test can help doctors decide when antibiotics are truly needed for adults with acute respiratory infections in Indonesian primary health clinics. Many such infections are viral and do not require antibiotics, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oxford University Clinical Research Unit Indonesia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test could tailor CMV prevention after stem cell transplants
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether a blood test that measures CMV-specific immunity (CMV-TCIP) can help doctors decide how long to continue the antiviral drug letermovir after an allogeneic stem cell transplant. Participants receive letermovir for 14 weeks, then the test guides whe…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, Irvine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could less be more? trial tests reduced radiation and chemo after surgery for HPV-Linked throat cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial studies people with HPV-positive oropharynx cancer whose tumors can be surgically removed. After surgery, patients are grouped by risk: low-risk patients get no further treatment, intermediate-risk get a lower dose of radiation, and high-risk get lower-dose radiation p…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Heath Skinner • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heavy drinking and risky sex: a text-based intervention aims to cut HIV risk
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at how heavy drinking affects sexual decision-making in men who have sex with men (MSM) and whether a brief intervention can reduce risky behavior. Participants receive either a single motivational session plus text messages or basic information about drinking an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston University Charles River Campus • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pee test could revolutionize HIV treatment adherence
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a low-cost, point-of-care urine test can help people with HIV who are not virally suppressed stick to their antiretroviral therapy. Participants provide a urine sample that is immediately tested for the presence of the drug tenofovir. Based on the result,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New daily pill aims to outperform standard HIV therapy in landmark trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new experimental drug, ACC017, taken once daily alongside two other HIV medications (FTC/TAF), in adults with HIV-1 who have never been treated before. The goal is to see if ACC017 is as safe and effective as the current standard drug dolutegravir at lowering t…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jiangsu Aidea Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental biologic aims to eliminate persistent HPV16 infection
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an experimental biologic called NWRD09 can clear persistent cervical HPV16 infection in women aged 45 to 65. Participants receive either NWRD09 or a placebo by injection, and researchers check if the virus is gone after 16 weeks. The trial also monitors f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Newish Biotech (Wuxi) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a 45-Minute talk after sepsis stop PTSD before it starts?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single 45-minute psychiatric interview, given soon after ICU discharge for sepsis, can lower the risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Many ICU survivors face long-term mental health issues, but most hospitals lack early screening an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Barzilai Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a smaller antibiotic dose beat gonorrhea just as well?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two doses of the antibiotic ceftriaxone—500 mg versus 1000 mg—given as a single shot to treat uncomplicated gonorrhea. Researchers want to see if the lower dose works just as well, which could mean fewer side effects and less antibiotic use. The trial involves…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental shot aims to clear stubborn HPV infection in the anal region
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests an experimental therapy called NWRD09 in 10 adults aged 18 to 60 who have had a persistent HPV16 infection in the anal area for at least a year. The therapy is given as an injection and is designed to help the body clear the virus. The study primarily…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Newish Biotech (Wuxi) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could inhaled TB drugs curb the spread of Drug-Resistant tuberculosis?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 1 study tests whether inhaling high doses of the antibiotic isoniazid is safe and tolerable for people with tuberculosis. Eight adults with known drug-sensitive TB will receive single inhaled doses of 200, 600, and 1200 mg, plus one intravenous dose for comparison. Res…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI tool could predict which hospitalized kids need urgent care
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a computer program called pediatric eCART can help doctors quickly identify children in the hospital who are at high risk of serious problems like cardiac arrest or sepsis. Researchers will compare data from before and after the tool was put into use, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test could outshine ultrasound in liver cancer screening
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis phase IV trial will enroll 5,500 people with liver cirrhosis or chronic hepatitis B—conditions that raise liver cancer risk. Participants are randomly assigned to either standard ultrasound screening or a new blood test called GALAD, which measures three proteins. The goal i…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI stethoscope aims to spot hidden heart and lung problems in children
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial is developing an AI-powered device that listens to children's heart, breath, and bowel sounds to identify signs of common diseases like congenital heart disease, bronchopneumonia, and abdominal issues. It will involve 30,000 children aged 0-18, some with these conditio…
Sponsor: Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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At-Home HPV test could boost screening in underserved women
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study explores whether women can accurately collect their own samples for HPV testing, which could make cervical cancer screening easier and more accessible. The research focuses on minority women who are often under-screened, using community health workers to help with the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could Self-Sampling revolutionize cervical cancer screening?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial evaluates whether a new self-collection device, Mia by XytoTest, can be used effectively by people to collect their own vaginal samples for cervical cancer screening. The study compares the accuracy of these self-collected samples against clinician-collected samples fo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mel Mont Medical • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple blood test could spot kidney transplant rejection early
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a blood or urine test can detect kidney transplant rejection earlier and more easily than the current standard, which requires a biopsy. The test looks for DNA from the transplanted kidney in the blood or urine, which may increase when rejection occu…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A Finger-Prick could change the fight against hepatitis c
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis large Australian study is testing whether offering a finger-stick point-of-care test for hepatitis C can increase diagnosis and treatment rates. Adults at risk for hepatitis C will be offered the rapid test at services they already use. Those who test positive for the virus …
Sponsor: Kirby Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple finger prick could transform hepatitis c care
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis large Australian study is testing whether offering finger-stick point-of-care testing for hepatitis C in community settings—like drug treatment clinics, homeless shelters, and prisons—can increase the number of people diagnosed and linked to treatment. The study will include…
Sponsor: Kirby Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A quick test for septic arthritis in kids — could it save joints?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether proteins in joint fluid, such as alpha-defensin, can quickly and accurately detect bacterial joint infections (septic arthritis) in children. Currently, doctors rely on cultures that take days, forcing tough decisions about emergency surgery. The trial co…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital for Special Surgery, New York • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Infrared eye on ear infections: new device aims to see fluid that white light misses
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a short wave infrared (SWIR) otoscope can more accurately diagnose middle ear fluid in children than a standard white light otoscope. About 100 children scheduled for ear tube surgery will have images taken with both devices. The presence or absence of fl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New DNA test could speed up diagnosis of parasitic disease
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a homemade PCR test to detect echinococcosis, a parasitic disease, more quickly and accurately than current methods. Researchers will collect biological samples from patients suspected of having the infection, especially those undergoing surgery to remov…
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera SS. Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo di Alessandria • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could treating the whole family stop malaria in pregnancy?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether giving a malaria drug (dihydroartemisinin piperaquine) to household members of pregnant women can help prevent malaria in the mothers. About 300 participants in Uganda will receive either a single dose or monthly doses. The goal is to see if this ap…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Emergency rooms may become a frontline for HIV prevention in teens
Prevention Recruiting nowThis trial tests three ways to screen adolescents and young adults for HIV in emergency departments: targeted screening based on risk, universal opt-in screening offered to everyone, and universal opt-out screening where testing is done unless declined. The goal is to see which a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Westat • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Bringing cervical cancer screening to your doorstep
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests a community-based approach to make cervical cancer screening easier for women who haven't had a Pap test in over 3.5 years. It involves 920 women in low-resource areas of Texas. The goal is to see if this strategy is safe and works well.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Monthly HIV prevention pill could replace daily dose
Prevention Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests MK-8527, a once-monthly oral pill, to prevent HIV-1 infection in women. About 4580 HIV-negative women will take either MK-8527 monthly or a daily PrEP pill (Truvada) to see which works better and is safer. The goal is to offer a more convenient prevention…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Community hubs could boost HIV prevention access
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests a model called STEP-UP, which partners community organizations with telehealth PrEP services to help people access HIV prevention medication. Researchers will enroll 92 participants in the Philadelphia area to see if this approach is acceptable and increases PrEP…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Monthly HIV prevention pill could replace daily dose
Prevention Recruiting nowThis large phase 3 trial is testing whether a new oral pill called MK-8527, taken just once a month, can prevent HIV infection as well as the standard daily PrEP pill. About 4,390 people at risk of HIV will be randomly assigned to receive either the monthly pill or daily Truvada …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Low-Dose antifungal shield vulnerable patients from deadly fungal infections?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a low dose of the antifungal drug liposomal amphotericin B can prevent serious fungal infections in adults with blood cancers or who have had stem cell transplants and have a prolonged low white blood cell count (neutropenia). The trial enrolls 30 pati…
Sponsor: Haikou Affiliated Hospital of Central South University Xiangya School of Medicine • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dental cleaning may ward off deadly transplant complication
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a dental cleaning shortly after a stem cell transplant can prevent chronic graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), a common and serious complication. Researchers will enroll 45 adults receiving a donor stem cell transplant for blood cancer. The goal is to see i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single shot stop c. diff from returning?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called AZD5148 to see if it can prevent repeat C. diff infections in adults. About 230 people will get either the drug or a placebo as a single injection. The goal is to stop the infection from coming back after standard treatment.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a single friendly gut bacterium prevent recurrent c. diff?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests EXL01, a single strain of a beneficial gut bacterium (Faecalibacterium prausnitzii), to see if it can prevent repeat Clostridioides difficile infections in people at high risk. About 56 adults who have had at least two C. diff episodes will take EXL01 or a placeb…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple cream prevent painful UTIs in baby boys?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether applying a steroid cream to the foreskin for four weeks can prevent recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) in uncircumcised male infants under 6 months who have had their first fever-related UTI. Forty infants will receive either the steroid crea…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can coaching clinics curb HIV? a new strategy puts it to the test
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 'practice coaching' program can help opioid treatment clinics offer more HIV and hepatitis C testing to their patients. Clinics are randomly assigned to receive either coaching focused on HIV testing, coaching that adds hepatitis C testing, or just info…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pilot fish study: bringing HIV prevention to routine clinic visits
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether patients and doctors in a family planning clinic find it acceptable to discuss and start PrEP, a daily pill that prevents HIV. About 83 English- or Spanish-speaking patients aged 16 and older, along with their doctors, will take part. Patients will rec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Women and Infants Hospital of Rhode Island • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a new malaria vaccine slash childhood cases? a massive real-world test seeks answers.
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study is checking how effective the R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine is at protecting children under 5 in Burkina Faso and Uganda, where malaria is common. Researchers will compare vaccination history in children who test positive for malaria against those who test negative. The…
Sponsor: Clinton Health Access Initiative Inc. • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Flu vaccine showdown: which shot protects seniors best?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study compares two flu vaccines—Fluad and Fluzone High-Dose—in adults aged 65 and older to see which is more effective at preventing lab-confirmed flu and related complications like pneumonia or heart issues. Researchers will look at health records from over a million senior…
Sponsor: Kaiser Permanente • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Daily acyclovir may stop herpes Flare-Ups in rheumatic patients
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking acyclovir daily can prevent herpes simplex outbreaks in people with autoimmune rheumatic diseases like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. 62 participants will receive either acyclovir or a placebo for 12 months and be monitored for 24 months total. The…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo General Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can antibodies shield newborns from HIV? early trial begins
Prevention Recruiting nowThis early-stage study is testing whether two lab-made antibodies, PGT121.414.LS and VRC07-523LS, are safe for newborns who were exposed to HIV during birth. The 48 infants will receive one or two shots of the antibodies under the skin. Researchers will monitor for side effects a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple dental cleaning prevent a deadly heart infection?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether a professional dental cleaning and instruction on proper brushing and flossing can reduce the amount of bacteria that enter the bloodstream during tooth brushing. Such bacteria can sometimes lead to infective endocarditis, a serious infection of th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Chilling the inner ear: a cool new way to shield hearing?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a non-invasive cooling device worn like a headband can protect the inner ear from noise-induced hearing loss. Firefighters will use the device for 30 minutes immediately after their shifts over a year. Researchers will compare hearing outcomes between tho…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Restorear Devices LLC • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A mobile app aims to turn health awareness into action — a trial puts it to the test
Prevention Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a mobile app called Wellnuts can help healthy adults aged 25–65 in Hong Kong become more aware of their health risks and take action. Participants use the app to assess their risk for conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers, and recei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Choice may boost HIV prevention: a trial tests offering multiple PrEP options to young women in kenya
Prevention Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether offering a menu of HIV prevention options — including daily pills and a vaginal ring — helps more young women aged 18–30 start and continue using PrEP. About 1,400 women seeking reproductive health services at clinics in Kenya will be offered either stand…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to ease painful mouth sores for head and neck cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis phase II trial tests whether adding BMX-001 to standard symptom management can reduce severe mouth sores in head and neck cancer patients receiving chemoradiation. About 98 participants will receive either BMX-001 or a placebo alongside usual care. The goal is to see if BMX-…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: NRG Oncology • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Can a daily supplement ease the toll of duchenne muscular dystrophy?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether VM100, a nutritional supplement made from ten natural ingredients, can improve quality of life for people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). About 20 participants aged 8 and older will take VM100 or a placebo for 10 weeks. Researchers will meas…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Can computer games clear the fog? new study tests brain training for ME/CFS
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two brain-training programs for adults with ME/CFS who experience brain fog. Both programs include computer games and a mild nerve stimulation device, but one focuses on processing speed and daily tasks while the other emphasizes relaxation and healthy habits.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Peer support may lift the cloud of loneliness for older gay men with HIV
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a 10-session peer-led program called Bridge to Belonging, designed to reduce loneliness and depression in older gay and bisexual men living with HIV. The program uses group sessions to build social skills and connect participants with LGBTQ+-affirming community s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fenway Community Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Quick desk massage may melt stress away, study hopes to prove
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study will test whether short office massages—on the head, neck, or hands—can lower chronic stress in women with sedentary jobs. 140 participants will receive 15-minute massages twice a week for four weeks, while a control group rests quietly. Researchers will measure stress…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riga Stradins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Taurine trial targets long COVID brain fog
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking taurine supplements can reduce brain fog, memory problems, and fatigue in people with Long COVID. About 300 adults who had COVID-19 at least 3 months ago will take taurine or a placebo for 3 months. Researchers will measure changes in fatigue and t…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a digestive enzyme combo beat standard painkillers for root canal pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests three pain-relief approaches after a single-visit root canal in people with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis, a painful tooth condition. Participants receive either acetaminophen, an NSAID, or a combination of trypsin-chymotrypsin with acetaminophen for three da…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Dow University of Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Balloon blowing may ease breathing in children with tuberculosis
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding balloon blowing to standard breathing exercises helps children with tuberculosis cough up mucus, reduce shortness of breath, and improve their ability to walk. Thirty-four children aged 8 to 14 will be randomly assigned to either breathing exercise…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New lung therapy may help ventilated patients recover faster
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a special breathing treatment called intrapulmonary percussive ventilation (IPV) to standard care helps patients with pneumonia who are on a breathing machine. About 96 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either standard therapy alone or st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zhongnan Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to shorten COPD Flare-Ups from common cold
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an oral drug called vapendavir in 180 adults with COPD who catch a rhinovirus (common cold). The goal is to see if it can reduce the severity and length of breathing symptoms compared to a placebo. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two doses or a place…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Altesa Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new pill quiet the lingering fire of shingles nerve pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether an experimental tablet called HL-1186 can reduce the persistent nerve pain that sometimes lingers after a shingles rash heals, a condition known as postherpetic neuralgia. About 200 adults with this pain will receive either HL-1186, a placebo, or the stan…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Yidian Pharmaceutical Technology Development Co., Ltd. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A gentle touch against coughs and colds: could manual therapy shorten respiratory illness?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding lymphatic pump osteopathic manipulative therapy (OMT) to standard care helps older adults recover faster from respiratory illnesses like bronchitis, sinusitis, or pneumonia. Participants aged 65 to 100 with a new respiratory diagnosis will receive …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Geisinger Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Micro workouts, macro impact: can 5-Minute exercise snacks beat workplace stress?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether short, frequent 'exercise snacks'—brief exercise sessions spread throughout the workday—can improve physical fitness, reduce stress and burnout, and boost work performance. Researchers will create personalized exercise videos and menus for employees at Ka…
Sponsor: Kaohsiung Medical University Chung-Ho Memorial Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple supplement soothe Radiation-Damaged rectums?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether a dietary supplement called tributyrin can reduce rectal bleeding in people who developed chronic radiation proctitis after pelvic radiotherapy. Participants take the supplement orally for 12 weeks, and researchers will measure changes in bleeding…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A pillow shaped to protect the spine after surgery — a small trial puts it to the test
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests a pillow with a spine-shaped opening in the middle, designed to keep pressure off the surgical wound after back surgery. Standard pillows can rub against the incision, increasing the risk of infection and pain. The study will enroll 10 adults who have had lumbar …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot aims to ease depression and anxiety in cancer and chronic disease patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single injection of RE104 can reduce symptoms of depression or mixed depression and anxiety in people with adjustment disorder caused by a serious medical illness like cancer, ALS, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, or idiopathic pulmonary fibrosi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Reunion Neuroscience Inc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Micro-Choices, macro impact? a novel behavioral approach takes on fatigue
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a program built around small, deliberate choices — called micro-choices — can help people with persistent fatigue, including those with long COVID. Participants attend a four-day group workshop and receive three weeks of digital support to build new habit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New devices aim to soothe sore throats without drugs
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study will test four medical devices (HMG, PHN, PHR, TUR) in 160 adults with sore throat from acute pharyngitis or viral tonsillitis. The goal is to see if they are safe and help reduce symptoms like pain when swallowing. Participants will use the device for up to 7 days and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A clearer view: can training unlock reading for kids with low vision?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis program provides comprehensive low vision rehabilitation services to children aged 3 to 21 with vision impairment. Participants are prescribed optical devices and trained to use them, with the goal of improving their visual functioning and ability to read. The program aims t…
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a precise nerve block stop shingles pain before it becomes chronic?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial compares two ultrasound-guided nerve blocks — the midpoint transverse process to pleura (MTP) block and the erector spinae plane (ESP) block — for treating acute pain from shingles (herpes zoster) on the chest. About 90 adults with moderate to severe pain will receive …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can personalized music ease dementia care battles? a trial tests a Drug-Free approach
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis randomized trial tests whether a structured, personalized music program (MUSIC CARE©) can reduce care refusal during daily hygiene care in nursing home residents with dementia. Care refusal—resisting bathing, dressing, or medication—is common and stressful for both residents…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: LNA SANTE • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Drug cocktail stop Chemo-Linked nausea before it starts?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial is testing whether a combination of two drugs, fosrolapitant and palonosetron, can prevent nausea and vomiting in cancer patients receiving trastuzumab rezetecan therapy. About 56 adults scheduled for this targeted treatment will receive the antiemetic combination intr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A bedtime kit for the hospital: can ear plugs and a lightbox help young transplant patients sleep?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests a program called DREAMS for children aged 9 to 17 who are hospitalized for a stem cell transplant. The program provides a video about sleep during transplant, practical sleep tips, and a care kit with items like ear plugs, a white noise machine, an eye mask…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a probiotic pill ease stress and improve sleep?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking a daily probiotic supplement called Neuralli Mood for 90 days can help reduce stress, sleep problems, low mood, anxiety, and burnout in adults who experience these issues. Participants take two capsules each day and complete questionnaires before a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Efforia, Inc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Once-Daily pill ease nerve pain just as well as the standard Twice-Daily dose?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether an extended-release (once-daily) form of pregabalin works as well as the standard immediate-release (twice-daily) form for relieving nerve pain caused by diabetic peripheral neuropathy or postherpetic neuralgia. About 348 adults aged 18 to 75 with…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Brainfarma Industria Química e Farmacêutica S/A • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV study aims to unlock mystery of Post-Treatment immune Flare-Ups
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why some people with HIV develop Immune Reconstitution Inflammatory Syndrome (IRIS) after starting HIV medications. Researchers will use PET scans and lymph node biopsies to track inflammation and immune recovery in 300 adults. The goal is to better understand…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Tonsils shed light on staph Bacteria's secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how Staphylococcus aureus bacteria interact with human cells to cause infections, especially in the spine. Researchers will use tonsil tissue discarded after routine tonsillectomies to create lab models. About 500 participants aged 2 and older who ar…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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500 patients enrolled in Largest-Ever study of brain tapeworm outcomes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 500 people with neurocysticercosis, a brain infection caused by the pork tapeworm. Participants receive standard antiparasitic drugs and anti-inflammatories. Researchers will track their health over many years to understand what factors lead to better or worse …
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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NIH launches study to better handle bioterrorism and outbreak exposures
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to improve how doctors evaluate and manage people who have been exposed to bioterrorism agents (like anthrax) or emerging infectious diseases (like SARS or new flu strains). Up to 200 participants, including patients and healthcare workers, will be monitored and t…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Scientists launch deep dive into rare genetic condition behind chronic inflammation
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to better understand trisomy 8 mosaicism, a rare genetic condition where some cells have an extra copy of chromosome 8, and its link to autoinflammatory disease (TRIAD). Researchers will follow affected individuals and their healthy relatives over time, collecting…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Massive malaria study aims to unlock secrets of infection in mothers and kids
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis large observational study in Mali is following up to 15,000 pregnant women and children to understand why some get malaria and others don't. Researchers are looking at immune responses, parasite features, and other factors that influence infection and disease severity. The g…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Scientists dive deep into HIV immune cells to unlock secrets of early treatment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects white blood cells from HIV patients through a process called leukapheresis to examine how the immune system responds to early treatment. Researchers aim to enroll 60 adults—30 with early HIV and 30 with chronic HIV—who are not yet on antiretroviral therapy. Pa…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Scientists seek clues on white blood cell behavior in allergies and parasites
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how and why eosinophils (a type of white blood cell) become active in conditions like allergies, asthma, and parasitic infections. Researchers will observe up to 800 people aged 1 to 100 with high eosinophil levels. No experimental treatments are giv…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic clues in Virus-Linked cancers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects tissue and blood samples from adults with HIV, other immune disorders, or cancers thought to be caused by viruses. Researchers will compare genes in cancer tissue to normal tissue to find genetic changes that drive these cancers. The goal is to better understa…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Scientists seek clues to why some get sick from parasitic worms
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how people's immune systems react to infections from parasitic worms, which can cause serious health problems like swelling, blindness, or heart disease. Researchers will evaluate and treat up to 500 participants aged 3 to 100 using standard medical tests and …
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for protein clues to Pneumonia's hidden causes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at proteins in lung fluid from 750 people with pneumonia to find biomarkers that could reveal what's causing the lung inflammation. Participants undergo a standard bronchoscopy with lung washings, plus a blood draw. The goal is to better understand different type…
Sponsor: National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Scientists seek samples to unlock blood disorder secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects biological samples like blood, saliva, and urine from 300 adults aged 18-70, both with and without blood disorders such as sickle cell disease and thalassemia. The goal is to use these samples for research to better understand these conditions and related dise…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic clues to severe viral infections
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at people who have had unusually severe or long-lasting viral infections, like serious cases of herpes, HPV, or the flu. Researchers want to find out if these people have hidden immune system or genetic problems that make them more vulnerable. Up to 600 participa…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Massive liver study seeks 8,000 volunteers to unlock disease secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about liver diseases like hepatitis B, C, and D by observing up to 8,050 participants over time. Participants will have yearly check-ups, blood and urine tests, and liver ultrasounds. Some may be offered experimental treatments if they qualify. The g…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Scientists seek 20,000 volunteers to help fight flu and COVID-19
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to collect blood, nose, and saliva samples from up to 20,000 people aged 3 and older who have or may have a respiratory virus infection like flu or COVID-19. The samples will be stored and used in future research to better understand these viruses and how the immu…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Scientists scour lungs for clues to why some get infections
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study gathers fluid and tissue from the lungs and nose of healthy volunteers and people with a history of lung infections. Researchers will compare samples to find differences in immune function that might explain why some people are more prone to infections. Participants un…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Scientists seek clues to fungal infections in immune system study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why some people are more prone to fungal infections, especially from Candida yeast. Researchers will collect blood, saliva, urine, and tissue samples from people with immune disorders, their family members, and healthy volunteers. No treatment is giv…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Scientists seek samples to build better Cancer-Killing drugs
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood, urine, bone marrow, and tumor samples from people with hairy cell leukemia and other blood cancers, as well as from healthy volunteers. Researchers will use these samples to study the diseases and develop new treatments called immunotoxins, which use an…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Can a meningitis vaccine be safe in pregnancy? a registry aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis registry study follows pregnant individuals aged 10 to 25 who received PENBRAYA, a vaccine against meningococcal disease, during pregnancy or within 30 days before their last period. The goal is to collect information on pregnancy outcomes and infant health during the first …
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Scientists track rare genetic disorder to unlock its secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 600 people with GATA2 deficiency, a genetic disorder affecting the immune system and other body systems. Researchers aim to understand the full range of health problems it causes and why it affects people differently. Participants will have yearly check-ups for…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Cancer samples sought to unlock treatment secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood, bone marrow, and tumor samples from 500 adults with cancer or pre-cancerous conditions. Researchers will use these samples to learn more about how cancers behave and why some respond differently to treatments. Participants provide samples over time and …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Scientists launch Long-Term study to unravel mysterious immune condition
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 950 people with idiopathic CD4+ lymphocytopenia (ICL), a rare condition where low CD4+ white blood cells raise infection risk. Researchers will track participants for up to 10 years, collecting medical history, blood samples, and infection data. The goal is to …
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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TB study aims to unlock secrets of the disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 150 people with active or latent tuberculosis (TB) to collect blood, sputum, and tissue samples. The goal is to better understand how TB behaves in the body and how the immune system responds. Participants receive standard TB treatment as part of the study, but…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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AI aims to end Skin-Tone bias in dermatology
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether artificial intelligence can accurately classify skin pigment, sun sensitivity (phototype), and sun damage from standard photos of the arm. Researchers will enroll 1,500 adults from diverse backgrounds, combining objective color measurements, expert a…
Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut fungi linked to lung trouble in HIV patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether fungi moving from the gut into the blood can cause inflammation and worsen lung function in people with HIV. Researchers will measure a fungal marker called BDG in blood and urine, and track lung health over three years. The goal is to better understan…
Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sepsis study aims to unlock immune secrets for better treatment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the immune system reacts during and after sepsis in 400 intensive care patients. Researchers will analyze blood samples to identify different immune response types, called immunotypes. The goal is to understand which immune patterns lead to better or worse…
Sponsor: Radboud University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict chemo brain before it happens?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how chemotherapy for colon or rectal cancer affects thinking and memory. Researchers will track changes in brain function and blood proteins in 60 patients during and after treatment. The goal is to find tests that could identify who is at risk for 'chemo brai…
Sponsor: Joseph McCollom • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Quick fingerprick test could curb infection spread in rural west virginia
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a rapid fingerstick test that gives results in 10-20 minutes can help more people get screened for HIV, hepatitis C, and syphilis during mobile clinic visits. About 200 patients of the WVU Street Medicine team can choose the rapid test, a traditional b…
Sponsor: West Virginia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists deliberately infect volunteers with dengue to unlock immune secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how the human body responds to dengue virus infection, including in people who have had dengue before. Healthy volunteers aged 18 to 50 receive a single injection of a weakened dengue virus and are closely monitored for six months. Researchers measur…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch major study to track rare immune diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is observing up to 3,500 people with immune system problems, including rare genetic conditions like chronic granulomatous disease and severe combined immunodeficiency. Researchers will track how these diseases change over time through blood tests, imaging, and checkups…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app beat cervical cancer in rural kenya?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a mobile app called mSaada that helps community health workers educate women, track screening, and send reminders for cervical cancer screening. The trial involves 6,000 women and health workers across 12 health facilities in western Kenya. The goal is to se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV hiding spots revealed in treatment pause study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand where HIV hides in the body when people stop their daily antiretroviral therapy (ART) for a short time. Fifty adults with HIV will either stay on ART or pause it for up to 90 days. Researchers will use PET/CT scans and take small tissue samples from …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches massive study to unlock HIV's secrets through blood
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about how HIV infects cells and affects the immune system by collecting blood samples from up to 2,419 adults, both with and without HIV. Researchers will analyze these samples to compare genetic and protein differences. The goal is to better underst…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Healthy volunteers needed to help fight malaria
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study screens healthy adults aged 18 to 50 to see if they can join future malaria research trials. The goal is to find safe and effective malaria vaccines, drugs, or prevention methods. Participants will have a medical history check, physical exam, and blood and urine tests.…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Healthy volunteers needed to help fight flu and zika
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study screens up to 5,000 healthy adults aged 18-65 to see if they can join future research on infectious diseases like flu and Zika. Volunteers undergo a 3-5 hour checkup including blood tests, heart exam, and chest X-ray. The goal is to build a pool of eligible participant…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues to predict rare brain disease before symptoms strike
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find biological markers in spinal fluid and blood that could signal the start of prion disease before symptoms appear. Researchers will follow 150 people who carry a genetic mutation for prion disease, along with family members and healthy volunteers. Participa…
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists probe Skin's hidden defenses before yellow fever shot
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at immune cells in the skin of 40 healthy adults who have never received a yellow fever vaccine. Researchers will take small skin samples and blood to measure baseline levels of memory T cells. The goal is to understand the skin's natural immune state before vacc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institute of Tropical Medicine, Belgium • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple blood test could predict transplant complications
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at a new method to measure special immune cells called iNKT cells in the blood of patients who have had a stem cell transplant. These cells may help predict serious complications like graft-versus-host disease (GvHD) and relapse. Researchers will test 75 adults w…
Sponsor: University Hospital Pilsen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive meningitis study aims to improve care in brazil
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is tracking how adults with meningitis are treated in about 30 hospitals across Brazil. Researchers will follow 624 patients during their hospital stay and after discharge to see what treatments work best and how patients recover. The goal is to gather real-world evide…
Sponsor: Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can tracking thousands of patients unlock the secrets of rare EBV-driven blood cancers?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1,500 people with Epstein-Barr virus-positive T/NK-cell lymphoproliferative diseases — rare conditions where the virus drives abnormal immune cell growth. Researchers will collect medical history, treatment details, and blood samples to see how the diseases beh…
Sponsor: Rong Tao • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches study to collect samples for future disease breakthroughs
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood and urine samples from healthy adults and patients with heart, lung, or blood vessel conditions. Researchers will use these samples to study genes, proteins, and other substances in the lab. The goal is to support basic and translational research that co…
Sponsor: National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Why Won't dry eye heal? scientists check nerve damage in GVHD patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores whether nerve damage in the cornea causes stubborn dry eye in people with ocular graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), a complication of stem cell transplants. Researchers will measure corneal sensation in 30 GVHD patients and compare it to healthy controls. The g…
Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Beyond the lungs: the hidden emotional toll of IPF medications
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses an online questionnaire to understand how side effects from antifibrotic medications affect the emotional and social well-being of patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) or progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF) in Japan. Researchers will ask about patien…
Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive lung disease registry aims to unlock secrets of progressive fibrosis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis registry is following 3,000 adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) or other chronic fibrosing interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) to understand how these conditions progress over time. Researchers collect information on symptoms, treatments, quality of life, and store…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden COVID remnants in long COVID patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out whether people with long COVID still have inactive remnants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in their bodies. Researchers will collect tissue samples from 12 adults who have recovered from COVID-19, some with long COVID symptoms and some without. The goal is to…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New imaging study aims to unlock secrets of lung scarring
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether two types of PET/CT scans can show inflammation and scarring in the lungs of people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Ten adults aged 40-85 with IPF will receive the scans. The goal is to help doctors better understand the disease and guide future…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists study leishmania infections to improve diagnosis and care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how leishmaniasis infections progress and respond to treatment. It involves up to 289 people aged 3 to 100 with known or suspected leishmaniasis. Researchers will collect blood and tissue samples to learn more about the disease and test different treatments. T…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain scans reveal hidden inflammation in long COVID patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a special PET scan to look for inflammation in the brains of people with long COVID who have neurological symptoms like brain fog or headaches. Researchers will compare these scans with those from healthy volunteers to better understand how the virus may affect th…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple blood test may reveal hidden infertility risk in young cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether a blood marker called anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) can predict future infertility in children and adolescents who have undergone cancer treatment. Many young patients recover normal menstrual cycles or puberty after chemotherapy, but their ovarian …
Sponsor: Erasme University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New blood test could predict heart transplant complications before they happen
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking for tiny molecules in the blood called microRNAs that can help doctors tell if a heart transplant patient's immune system is too active (causing rejection) or too weak (causing infection). Researchers will follow 250 adult heart transplant recipients for one…
Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists seek skin samples to unlock disease secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects biological samples—like blood, skin biopsies, and swabs—from people with or at risk for skin diseases, as well as healthy volunteers. Researchers will use these samples to study the causes of skin conditions and explore potential treatments. Up to 700 particip…
Sponsor: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict who returns to work after stress treatment?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people who received inpatient treatment for stress-related conditions like depression, adjustment disorder, or burnout. Researchers will track their health and work ability for up to three years after discharge, using online questionnaires. The goal is to under…
Sponsor: Clinica Holistica Engiadina • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny RNA clues could help kids avoid heart transplant complications
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking at tiny molecules called microRNAs in the blood of children who have had a heart transplant. The goal is to find patterns that can predict which children are at risk for infection or rejection of the new heart. By understanding these patterns, doctors hope t…
Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Artificial intelligence may forecast pneumonia after heart surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether artificial intelligence can predict which patients will develop hospital-acquired pneumonia after heart or vascular surgery. It will also investigate whether pneumonia after surgery is linked to a higher risk of heart and lung problems within the fol…
Sponsor: Tomsk National Research Medical Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple nutrient fix power plants in cells of septic shock patients?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding certain nutrients to blood cells from people with septic shock can help restore the cells' energy-making machinery (mitochondria). Researchers will collect blood samples from 55 patients in the ICU and test these nutrients in the lab. The goal i…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Angers • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Finger-Prick test aims to uncover hidden hepatitis c cases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a quick finger-stick test can help find more people with hepatitis C and get them into treatment. About 60,000 adults at risk for hepatitis C will take the test at clinics, shelters, or prisons. The study itself does not provide treatment, but will c…
Sponsor: Kirby Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Survey reveals how pandemic reshaped lung care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study surveys pulmonologists across the US to understand how the COVID-19 pandemic changed their lung procedure practices, staffing, and operations. Researchers hope the findings will help guide future pandemic responses and improve care. About 250 doctors who are members of…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists to decode why common cold turns severe in kids
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out how often rhinovirus (the virus behind many common colds) causes serious breathing problems that require hospital care in children. Researchers will follow 120 young children at home for 3 years and study 450 hospitalized infants and children, plus 100…
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New MRI technique could spot lung trouble early in transplant patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new type of MRI that uses xenon gas to see how well the lungs are working in people who have had a bone marrow transplant. Researchers will scan 25 transplant patients with or without lung problems, plus 10 healthy volunteers. The goal is to see if this MR…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches Long-Term study to track stem cell transplant survivors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study provides ongoing check-ups for people who received a donor stem cell transplant at the NIH at least three years ago. Researchers will monitor for late side effects, disease return, and overall health. Participants will have yearly visits that may include blood tests, b…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Parent's nose bacteria fix a Child's microbiome after antibiotics?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early study tests whether transferring nasal bacteria from a parent to a child can restore the child's nasal microbiome after they have been treated with antibiotics for staph bacteria. The study involves 175 children who have had staph in their nose and recently finished an…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A single line on paper might reveal how burned out you are at work
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether short visual analog scales — simple 100-millimeter lines where people mark their level of burnout, anxiety, job demands, and satisfaction — can give the same information as lengthy, validated questionnaires. Researchers will ask 120 working adults to comp…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists seek tissue samples to unlock HIV and cancer mysteries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood, bone marrow, and tissue samples from people with HIV, KSHV, or certain cancers to help researchers learn more about these diseases. Participants must be 18 or older and may have HIV, KSHV, or related conditions. No treatment is given; the goal is to gat…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV memory mystery: even controlled virus may harm the brain
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why some people with HIV who have very low virus levels in their blood still develop thinking and memory problems. Researchers will follow 1,150 participants—including healthy volunteers—for up to 10 years, using brain scans, blood tests, and spinal fluid samp…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Healthy volunteers key to safer stem cell transplants
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood stem cells from healthy volunteers after they receive a growth factor injection. Researchers aim to develop better methods to remove the white blood cells that cause graft-versus-host disease, a serious complication of bone marrow transplants. Up to 500 …
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches major lyme disease observation study to uncover hidden clues
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 500 people with active Lyme disease to learn more about the infection. Participants receive standard FDA-approved treatments and undergo tests like blood draws and leukapheresis. The goal is to explore biological markers, track clinical outcomes, and understand…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your local pharmacy become a hearing care hub?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether pharmacy technicians in rural Alabama and Mississippi can be trained to help adults with mild-to-moderate hearing loss use over-the-counter hearing aids. Technicians will go through a step-by-step training program, and adults with hearing loss will report…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Rapid test may speed up right antibiotics for pneumonia in vulnerable ICU patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a rapid PCR test can help doctors choose the right antibiotics within 24 hours for immunocompromised ICU patients with pneumonia. Standard lab tests take days, which can lead to incorrect or overly broad antibiotics. The trial involves 31 adults with weak…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive asian study aims to create early warning system for child sepsis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will enroll 40,000 children under 18 with suspected infections across Asia to develop and validate an early recognition tool for sepsis. Researchers will test the Phoenix Sepsis Score and create a new toolkit (SORT) to help doctors identify sepsis earlier. The goal is …
Sponsor: KK Women's and Children's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists dig deeper: HIV study probes hidden viral reservoirs in lymph nodes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how HIV behaves differently in the blood compared to lymph nodes and bone marrow. Researchers will take samples from 400 people living with HIV and some without HIV to measure virus levels and immune system changes. The goal is to learn more about wh…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches training study for Hard-to-Diagnose infections and inflammation
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study enrolls up to 400 people with known or suspected infections or inflammatory diseases that are not covered by other research protocols. The goal is to evaluate patients using standard medical practices, generate new ideas for future studies, and train doctors. No experi…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lyme disease mystery: do bacteria lurk after antibiotics?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether the bacteria causing Lyme disease can survive antibiotic treatment and cause ongoing symptoms. Researchers will follow 700 participants, including those with chronic Lyme disease, recovered individuals, and healthy volunteers, using blood tests, sp…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive lung transplant study seeks 2,600 patients to unlock better care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will collect medical information, blood samples, and patient feedback from 2,600 lung transplant candidates, donors, and recipients. The goal is to learn how different care practices affect outcomes like rejection, infection, and survival. Researchers hope to find biom…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Why do healthy people get this fungal infection? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 800 healthy adults who have cryptococcosis, a fungal infection that usually only harms people with weak immune systems. Researchers want to learn why these otherwise healthy people get sick, how their immune system responds, and how the disease progresses over…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch major study to track viruses in healthy and immunocompromised patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to collect samples and medical information from people of all ages who have or have been exposed to viral infections, including COVID-19 and herpes. Researchers want to understand how viruses affect healthy individuals versus those with weakened immune systems. Pa…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria during infection may flag IBS risk
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how a Campylobacter gut infection changes the bacteria and lining of the bowel, and whether these changes can help identify who might later develop irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Researchers will follow people with a confirmed Campylobacter infection who do n…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists watch brain diseases unfold to find better ways to diagnose and treat
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about how infections and inflammation harm the brain and nerves. Researchers will collect samples and perform tests on people aged 2 and older who have or may have these conditions. The goal is to better understand these diseases so that better tests…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Researchers launch major study to unravel mysteries of chronic GVHD
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 650 people with chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD), a complication after stem cell transplants. Researchers aim to track the disease over time, identify biological markers, and improve how it is diagnosed and managed. Participants undergo regular check-u…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dengue danger linked to leaky gut? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study will enroll 190 hospitalized adults with dengue in Bangladesh to see if a 'leaky gut' — where bacteria and toxins escape the intestines into the blood — is linked to severe disease. Researchers will measure gut leakage markers in blood, perform abdominal …
Sponsor: University of Oxford • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Pregnant women needed for antibiotic safety study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how two antibiotics, ceftriaxone and benzathine penicillin G, are processed by the body during pregnancy. Up to 78 pregnant women in the U.S. will take one of these drugs as part of their regular care, and researchers will measure drug levels in their blood. T…
Sponsor: International Maternal Pediatric Adolescent AIDS Clinical Trials Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Scientists target Cancer's weak spot: redox imbalance
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks for new ways to kill T-cell leukemia and lymphoma cells by disrupting their internal balance of reactive oxygen species. Researchers will test drug combinations in lab-grown cells and in samples from 120 patients with resistant disease. The goal is to find treatm…
Sponsor: Istituto Oncologico Veneto IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Scientists launch major study to unravel mysteries of rare brain infection PML
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 700 people with progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), a rare brain infection caused by the JC virus. Researchers will collect blood, spinal fluid, and brain scans over time to understand how the disease progresses. No treatment is given; the goal is…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Microvideos aim to boost HPV shots in young cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether short educational videos can help young adults who survived childhood cancer learn about and get the HPV vaccine. The researchers will enroll 55 survivors aged 18-26 who haven't finished the vaccine series. Participants will watch the videos on Facebook a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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AI chatbot could guide cancer patients through confusing health info
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how people with endometrial cancer find medical information and how satisfied they are with it. Researchers will also ask patients if they'd be interested in using an AI-powered educational tool. The goal is to understand current needs and see if AI could help…
Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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A crystal ball for ICU infections? new model aims to forecast who survives resistant bacteria
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to develop a predictive model for mortality in critically ill patients who carry multidrug-resistant gram-negative bacteria (MDR-GNB). Researchers will follow about 1,500 adults in intensive care units (ICUs) who are colonized with these bacteria, tracking their i…
Sponsor: Fundacion SEIMC-GESIDA • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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HPV throat cancer study tracks hidden infections in women and partners
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is checking how often women who have HPV-positive throat cancer, or whose partner has it, also have HPV infections in their genital or anal areas. Researchers will compare these rates to similar women without cancer. The goal is to learn more about how HPV spreads and …
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists investigate hidden link between immune disorders and brain health
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how immune system diseases can cause problems in the brain and nerves, affecting movement, thinking, and feelings. Researchers will follow 350 people aged 2 and older with immune diseases, plus their healthy relatives, for up to 5 years. They will collect bloo…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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What happens years after CAR-T therapy? a study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people who previously received zamtocabtagene autoleucel, a CAR-T cell therapy for certain types of lymphoma. The goal is to monitor long-term health outcomes, including any new cancers, neurological issues, or autoimmune problems. By tracking participants over…
Sponsor: Miltenyi Biomedicine GmbH • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive blood cancer registry aims to unlock secrets of adult ALL
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a large registry that will collect medical information and biological samples from up to 10,000 adults with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and related blood cancers. The goal is to track how patients are diagnosed, treated, and how they fare over time. By gather…
Sponsor: Goethe University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Color-Coded triage: a quick way to spot sick kids?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether the color-coded triage system (Red, Yellow, Green) used in Turkish emergency departments can accurately predict which children with fever will become seriously ill. Researchers will track 3,000 children aged 0-18 who come to the emergency room with a f…
Sponsor: TC Erciyes University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could preterm babies safely get fewer antibiotics?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether preterm infants in the NICU can safely stop taking the antibiotic ampicillin after 24 to 36 hours instead of the usual 48 hours. Researchers will measure drug levels in the blood and monitor the babies for any problems. The goal is to see if a shorter …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple breath test catch flu in High-HIV regions?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study in Lusaka, Zambia, aims to measure how common influenza, RSV, and COVID-19 are among adults with flu-like symptoms, comparing those with and without HIV. Researchers will follow participants for two weeks to track symptom progression and outcomes. They will also test w…
Sponsor: Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict superbug evolution in the ICU?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows intensive care unit (ICU) patients over at least 28 days to see how two types of bacteria—Klebsiella pneumoniae and Enterobacter cloacae—change and evolve in their gut. By analyzing weekly stool samples, researchers hope to understand how these bacteria become …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks hidden risks of hepatitis b drugs in vulnerable patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 490 adults with a past hepatitis B infection who need immune-suppressing treatments. Researchers will monitor bone, kidney, and metabolic health over 4 years to understand the long-term side effects of antiviral drugs. The goal is to create better safety guidel…
Sponsor: Yaşar Bayındır, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood platelets may hold clues to HIV's hidden hideouts
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether platelets—tiny blood cells involved in clotting—interact with HIV-infected immune cells in ways that affect the virus's ability to persist despite treatment. Researchers will collect blood samples from 90 adults with HIV who have had undetectable v…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tourcoing Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists collect samples to unlock secrets of lymphoid cancers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood, urine, bone marrow, and tissue samples from over 1,200 adults with lymphoid cancers or precancerous conditions. The goal is to help researchers better understand cancer biology, which may lead to new methods for diagnosing or treating these diseases. No…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Aging immune system under the microscope: study seeks clues to infection risk in seniors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the immune system changes with age and how that affects the risk of infections in people 60 and older. Researchers will collect blood, urine, stool, and other samples from elderly patients with infections and healthy older adults. By analyzing immune cells…
Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches major study to unravel mysteries of long COVID recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1,590 adults who have had COVID-19 to track their symptoms and recovery over three years. Participants complete phone interviews and online surveys every three months. The goal is to describe the range of recovery experiences and identify factors that lead to p…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Keto diet may alter Alcohol's effects on the brain
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 4-week ketogenic diet changes how the brain responds to alcohol. Twenty adults will follow the diet and undergo alcohol tolerance tests and brain scans before, during, and after the diet. The goal is to understand how ketosis affects alcohol metabolism …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune cell clues may predict sepsis outcomes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis completed observational study at a single hospital in China enrolled 16 adults with sepsis in the ICU. Researchers measured specific memory CD8+ T cells in the blood at several time points to see if their numbers or activity relate to how severe the sepsis is or whether pati…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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France launches massive virus surveillance in GP clinics
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will track which respiratory viruses—like flu, COVID-19, and RSV—are circulating in French primary care clinics each winter. Up to 25,000 patients with cold or flu symptoms will provide a saliva or nose swab sample. The goal is to monitor virus activity and help guide …
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict which stents will harbor bacteria?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 400 adults who receive a Double-J ureteral stent—a tube that helps drain urine from the kidney to the bladder. The goal is to identify risk factors for bacteria sticking to the stent and to see how this colonization relates to urinary tract infections, antibiot…
Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug TRX-100 takes first step: safety check in healthy people
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis Phase 1 trial is testing the safety of a new drug called TRX-100 in 24 healthy adults aged 18 to 65. Participants will receive either TRX-100 or a placebo, and researchers will monitor side effects and how the drug moves through the body. This is an early-stage study with no…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Traws Pharma, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Healthy volunteers bitten by mosquitoes in malaria experiment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study gives healthy adults a controlled malaria infection using donated blood containing the P. vivax parasite. Researchers will monitor how the infection develops, how the immune system responds, and whether mosquitoes can pick up the parasite from participants. The goal is…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A hidden clue in the fingertips: could a pulse oximeter reading forecast sepsis outcomes?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study asks whether a simple, non-invasive reading from a standard pulse oximeter—the perfusion index—can help predict survival in people with sepsis or septic shock. Sepsis can impair blood flow to small vessels even when blood pressure looks normal, and this 'hidden' poor p…
Sponsor: Trakya University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV and fatty liver: a hidden link under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 250 people newly diagnosed with HIV and 161 healthy volunteers over five years to see who develops metabolic fatty liver disease (MASLD). Researchers use annual blood tests, ultrasounds, and FibroScans to measure liver fat and stiffness. The goal is to uncover …
Sponsor: Yaşar Bayındır, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can chemo and radiation steal fertility? a massive study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study tracks 7,000 men and women with cancer to see how treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy affect fertility. In women, researchers measure a hormone called AMH to gauge ovarian reserve; in men, they analyze sperm quality. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Michael von Wolff • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden fungal threats in the ICU: a deep dive into drug-resistant infections
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to identify the types of fungi causing pneumonia in immunocompromised ICU patients and test how resistant they are to antifungal drugs. Researchers will collect samples from 250 adults in intensive care who have pneumonia that does not respond to antibiotics. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: New Valley University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hunting for hidden eye infections: a new diagnostic approach
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowInfectious uveitis is a serious cause of blindness, but current tests often miss the culprit. This study uses a broad panel of molecular tests to detect bacteria, viruses, and fungi in eye fluid from 100 patients with suspected infectious uveitis in China. The goal is to map whic…
Sponsor: Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double liver trouble: does having both hepatitis b and fatty liver speed up disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1500 Chinese adults with chronic hepatitis B, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, or both, to see how having both conditions changes the risk of serious liver problems like cirrhosis, liver failure, and liver cancer. Researchers will track who develops these comp…
Sponsor: Humanity and Health Research Centre • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple blood test unlock the secrets of brain autoimmune diseases?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to discover biological markers (biomarkers) that could help doctors diagnose and track neurological autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis, myasthenia gravis, and Guillain-Barre syndrome. Researchers will analyze samples from 50,000 people, including patie…
Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut microbes may hold clues to sepsis organ injury
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether the diversity of gut bacteria is linked to liver and kidney injury in people with sepsis. Researchers will collect stool and blood samples from 200 sepsis patients in intensive care and compare them with samples from healthy volunteers. By analyzin…
Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Rare brain infection risk under scrutiny for multiple sclerosis drug ozanimod
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether the multiple sclerosis medication ozanimod is linked to a higher risk of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), a rare but serious brain infection caused by the John Cunningham virus. Researchers will review reported cases of PML in peop…
Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny wireless sensors could free fragile preemies from a tangle of wires
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether button-sized wireless sensors can accurately measure heart rate, oxygen levels, and skin temperature in extremely preterm infants in the NICU. The sensors aim to replace bulky wired monitors that can stress fragile babies. Ten stable preterm infants will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden heart risks in testicular cancer survivors: a closer look at chemotherapy's long shadow
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether testicular cancer survivors who received cisplatin-based chemotherapy and bone marrow transplant have hidden heart disease that standard checkups might miss. Researchers will use advanced blood tests and CT scans to measure cholesterol, plaque in t…
Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny particles in the blood may hold clues to sepsis severity
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether small particles released by dying cells, called PyroEVs, and a protein called PLIN3 are linked to how severe sepsis is and how well patients recover. Researchers will measure these in the blood of 180 people with sepsis and compare them to healthy volu…
Sponsor: Zhongda Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could centralized surgery boost ovarian cancer survival?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study examines whether concentrating ovarian cancer surgery in specialized centers and changes in treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic affect how long patients live without their cancer returning. Researchers will follow about 200 women diagnosed with epithelial ovarian ca…
Sponsor: Azienda USL Reggio Emilia - IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Stomach bug clues: can infection patterns forecast early cancer behavior?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether the presence and distribution of H. pylori bacteria in the stomach, along with tissue features of early gastric cancer, can help predict how the cancer will behave and what the long-term outlook may be. Researchers will analyze data from about 1,500 pe…
Sponsor: Chinese PLA General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can tracking HIV's genetic fingerprints reveal where the epidemic is heading?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to map the changing landscape of HIV infection in Hong Kong by analyzing the genetic subtypes and transmission patterns of the virus. Researchers will enroll 720 adults newly diagnosed with HIV to see which viral strains are most common and how they are spreading.…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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What happens to the immune system after COVID-19? a major study aims to find out.
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 800 adults who have recovered from COVID-19 to understand how their immune systems respond over the long term. By collecting blood samples and health data, researchers hope to uncover why some people develop lingering symptoms, known as Long COVID. The goal is …
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mapping the invisible threat: a feasibility study on antibiotic resistance in the DRC
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether it is possible to set up a system to monitor antibiotic resistance at a general referral hospital in semirural Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. Researchers will enroll about 210 patients with suspected bloodstream infections to collect blood sample…
Sponsor: University of Oxford • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple roadside test catch liver disease before it turns deadly?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find undiagnosed cases of advanced liver fibrosis and viral hepatitis B and C in the general population of Seine Saint Denis, France. Using a combination of rapid diagnostic tests and a portable liver stiffness scanner (FibroScan), researchers will screen 600 a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which finger or earlobe? a study tests the best spot for oxygen monitoring in lung disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares oxygen readings taken from the finger and the earlobe during a six-minute walk test in people with interstitial lung disease. The goal is to see if one location gives more accurate measurements of oxygen levels during exercise. The results could help doctors d…
Sponsor: Hospital de Granollers • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart blood culture bottle aims to identify sepsis-causing bacteria in hours, not days
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding electrochemical sensors to standard blood culture bottles can identify bacteria early, while the sample is still growing. Researchers will collect extra blood samples from 200 patients with suspected bloodstream infections and spike them with known…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to decode a hidden threat to Children's health
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how cryptosporidiosis, a diarrheal disease, affects children aged 6 months to 5 years in countries where it is common. Researchers will track how long diarrhea lasts and how dehydrated children become. The goal is to better understand the disease to guide futu…
Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI model aims to predict dangerous lung Flare-Ups in ABPA patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study develops a machine learning model to predict the risk of acute exacerbation within one year in patients with allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA), a lung condition caused by allergic reactions to Aspergillus fungus. Researchers will analyze data from 200 stab…
Sponsor: Qianfoshan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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13,000 volunteers shed light on who gets sick from COVID-19
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis large observational study follows 13,000 UK adults to understand who gets COVID-19, how the disease progresses, and its long-term effects on physical and mental health. Researchers track risk factors, symptoms, and outcomes like hospitalization. The data may also serve as a …
Sponsor: Queen Mary University of London • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC