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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Could a Half-Matched donor cure a rare immune disease?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether a bone marrow transplant from a partially matched relative can safely cure chronic granulomatous disease (CGD), a condition that causes severe infections and inflammation. Four people aged 4 to 65 with CGD and no perfect donor will receive che…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could HPV shots start earlier? study tests vaccine in kids as young as 4
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study looks at whether a 2-dose regimen of the Gardasil 9 HPV vaccine, given 12 months apart, triggers a strong immune response in children aged 4 to 8. The vaccine is currently approved for ages 9 and up, but this research explores if starting earlier could provide protecti…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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MRNA HIV vaccines enter human trials in south africa
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis early-stage trial tests three experimental mRNA vaccines designed to train the immune system to fight HIV. The study involves 96 healthy adults without HIV in South Africa. Researchers will check for side effects and measure whether the vaccines trigger specific immune cells…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: International AIDS Vaccine Initiative • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pneumonia vaccine VAX-31 aims to boost protection in older adults
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study tests a new vaccine called VAX-31 in adults aged 50 and older who have already received a pneumonia vaccine. The goal is to see if VAX-31 is safe and triggers a strong immune response. About 752 participants will receive either VAX-31 or an active comparator vaccine, a…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Vaxcyte, Inc. • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple threat: new vaccine aims to tackle three salmonella strains at once
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study tests a new vaccine designed to protect against three common types of Salmonella bacteria that cause serious infections in Sub-Saharan Africa. The trial includes healthy participants ranging from adults down to young infants, and compares the vaccine to a placebo to se…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HPV vaccine trial aims to protect women with HIV from cervical cancer
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study tests Cervavac, an HPV vaccine, in women aged 15-25 who are living with HIV. HPV infection can lead to cervical cancer, and women with HIV are at higher risk. The trial compares two-dose and three-dose schedules of Cervavac against a standard vaccine to see how well th…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Serum Institute of India Pvt. Ltd. • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New west nile vaccine enters first human tests
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing a new vaccine called HydroVax-001B WNV to see if it is safe and triggers an immune response against West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne disease. About 30 healthy adults aged 18 to 49 will receive either the vaccine or a placebo. The study will comp…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New mRNA vaccine aims to shield toddlers from two winter viruses
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing two mRNA vaccines in children aged 5 months to under 24 months. One vaccine targets RSV alone, and the other targets both RSV and hMPV. The main goals are to check safety and see how well the vaccines trigger an immune response. About 186 childre…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: ModernaTX, Inc. • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New malaria vaccine shows promise in early human trial
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new malaria vaccine called PfSPZ-LARC2 in up to 22 healthy adults who have never had malaria. The vaccine uses live but genetically weakened malaria parasites that stop developing late in the liver, aiming to trigger a stronger immune response than …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New COVID booster vaccine tested as nasal spray and shot
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new booster vaccine called Boost-2867 in 140 healthy adults who have already been vaccinated against COVID-19. The vaccine is given either as a shot with or without adjuvants (ingredients that boost immune response) or as a nasal spray without adjuv…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could a pill replace the COVID-19 booster shot?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study tests an experimental oral COVID-19 vaccine tablet (VXA-CoV2-3.3) against approved mRNA booster shots in about 5,500 adults who have already been vaccinated. The goal is to see if the tablet can prevent symptomatic COVID-19 as well as or better than the injectable vacc…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Vaxart • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Massive study checks if PCV20 vaccine stops pneumonia in At-Risk adults
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study looks at health records of over 800,000 adults to see if the PCV20 vaccine reduces pneumonia cases. Researchers will compare pneumonia rates in people who got the vaccine versus those who did not. The goal is to measure how effective PCV20 is in adults aged 18 and olde…
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New pneumonia vaccine trial aims to protect adults safely
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study tests a new pneumococcal vaccine (PG4) to see if it is safe and tolerable in adults. About 380 healthy adults will receive either the experimental vaccine, a similar vaccine, a standard vaccine, or a placebo. Participants will be monitored for side effects and give blo…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New Virus-Based COVID booster enters human trials
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new COVID-19 booster vaccine called Prime-2-CoV_Beta, made from a modified orf virus. It involves 96 healthy adults aged 18-55 who have already been vaccinated or infected. The main goal is to check safety and how well the vaccine boosts the immune …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Hospital Tuebingen • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a pregnancy vaccine shield newborns from RSV? new study investigates
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study examines how well the ABRYSVO vaccine works when given during pregnancy to prevent RSV in infants. Researchers will compare health outcomes of babies born to vaccinated mothers versus unvaccinated mothers using electronic medical records. The goal is to see if the vacc…
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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New shingles vaccine trial aims for safer protection in adults 40+
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis early-stage trial tests a new shingles vaccine in 120 adults aged 40 and older. The main goal is to check safety and side effects at different doses, while also looking at how well the vaccine triggers an immune response. Participants receive either the vaccine or a placebo,…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Changchun BCHT Biotechnology Co. • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Ebola survivors get vaccine booster to ward off return of the virus
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study looks at whether a booster dose of the Ebola vaccine (ERVEBO) can strengthen the immune system of people who have already survived Ebola. Researchers will compare their response to that of healthy people who have never had the virus. The goal is to see if the booster p…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Tulane University • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Cash for clinics: a new way to boost HPV shots?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study looks at whether giving money to clinics can encourage doctors to talk about and offer the HPV vaccine more often. Some clinics get training on how to talk about the vaccine, while others get the same training plus a financial reward and monthly progress reports. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Ebola booster study pulled before it began
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ TerminatedThis study was designed to check how long the Ebola vaccine (ERVEBO) protects people who might be exposed at work, like lab workers or healthcare staff. It also planned to see if a booster shot could extend that protection. However, the trial was withdrawn before enrolling any pa…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New yellow fever vaccine shows promise in Mid-Stage trial
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis Phase 2 study tests a new yellow fever vaccine (vYF) against the current licensed vaccine (Stamaril) in 690 healthy adults aged 18-60 in Europe and Asia. Participants receive one shot, and researchers measure immune response and safety over 5 years. The goal is to see if the…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sanofi Pasteur, a Sanofi Company • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New vaccine could stop deadly lassa fever
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing a new vaccine called LASSARAB, designed to protect against Lassa fever, a serious viral illness. The vaccine uses a modified rabies virus to deliver the Lassa antigen and includes an adjuvant to boost the immune response. 55 healthy adults will r…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Wilbur Chen, MD, MS • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New shingles vaccine Z-1018 takes on shingrix in Head-to-Head trial
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study tests a new shingles vaccine called Z-1018 in about 764 healthy adults aged 50 and older. It compares Z-1018 to the current vaccine, Shingrix, to see if it is safe and triggers a strong immune response. The trial is in early phases (1 and 2), so the main focus is on sa…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dynavax Technologies Corporation • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Community leaders step up to boost COVID shots in black rheumatic patients
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study tests whether training popular community leaders to share vaccine information can increase COVID-19 booster shots among Black individuals with rheumatic conditions like lupus. About 60 people will take part, including leaders and their social network members. The goal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can a new RSV vaccine keep adults out of the hospital? 690,000 join trial
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis massive study is testing whether the Abrysvo RSV vaccine can prevent hospitalizations due to RSV in adults aged 18 and older. Half of the 690,000 participants will receive the vaccine, while the other half will not. Researchers will track how many in each group end up hospit…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Tor Biering-Sørensen • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New pneumonia vaccine candidate enters early human testing
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new pneumococcal vaccine called PnMAPS30plus in 121 healthy adults aged 50 to 64. Participants receive a single shot of either the new vaccine or an approved one (PCV20) and are monitored for about six months. The goal is to check safety and whether…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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RSV booster study aims to keep seniors safe for five seasons
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study looks at the best timing for a booster shot of the RSV vaccine in adults aged 60 and older. It will follow over 10,000 participants for up to 5 years to see how long protection lasts and whether a second dose is needed. The goal is to help prevent serious RSV infection…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Booster shot hope: extra hepatitis a vaccine studied for thai kids
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study looks at whether a second, inactivated hepatitis A vaccine can safely boost protection in healthy Thai children and teens who did not develop enough antibodies after a single dose of a live-attenuated hepatitis A vaccine. About 36 participants who took part in an earli…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Chiang Mai University • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Triple-Threat vaccine aims to shield seniors from three respiratory viruses
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study tests two new vaccines (SCB-1022 and SCB-1033) designed to protect against RSV, human metapneumovirus, and parainfluenza virus. About 612 healthy adults aged 60-85 will receive either a vaccine or a placebo. The main goal is to check safety and how well the vaccines tr…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Clover Biopharmaceuticals AUS Pty • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New combo vaccine aims to shield seniors from RSV and HMPV
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new vaccine called VXB-241 in healthy adults aged 60-83, with a smaller group of younger adults (18-40) first. The vaccine is designed to protect against two viruses that can cause serious lung infections: RSV and HMPV. Researchers will check how sa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Triple threat vaccine aims to shield seniors from three winter viruses
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new vaccine called VXB-251 in 240 healthy adults aged 60-83. The vaccine is designed to protect against three viruses that can cause serious lung infections: RSV, hMPV, and PIV3. Researchers will check if the vaccine is safe and how well it triggers…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New vaccine aims to protect african children from deadly salmonella
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study tests a new vaccine (iNTS-GMMA) designed to prevent severe Salmonella infections caused by two common strains. Researchers are giving the vaccine to healthy adults, children, and infants in Ghana to check if it is safe and triggers a strong immune response. The ultimat…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Can the HPV vaccine protect stem cell transplant patients?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study tests whether the Gardasil 9 vaccine can help stem cell transplant patients build immunity against HPV. About 48 adults who had a stem cell transplant for blood cancer will receive the vaccine. Researchers will measure antibody levels to see if the vaccine works in the…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Triple-Drug attack on tough hodgkin lymphoma shows promise in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of three drugs—ipilimumab, nivolumab, and brentuximab vedotin—in people with Hodgkin lymphoma that has returned or not responded to treatment. The drugs work by helping the immune system attack cancer cells and by delivering a toxin directly to them…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could less radiation be enough for HPV throat cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares a reduced dose of radiation therapy combined with the immunotherapy drug nivolumab against the standard treatment of full-dose radiation plus cisplatin for early-stage HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancer in non-smokers. About 384 participants are enrolled to see…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy after standard treatment may keep HPV throat cancer at bay
Disease control OngoingThis phase III trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab after standard chemotherapy and radiation helps people with HPV-positive throat cancer live longer without the cancer growing. About 636 patients with intermediate-risk, locally advanced disease will eithe…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising combo targets tough leukemia in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two drugs—venetoclax and vincristine—in people with T-cell or B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia that has returned or not responded to prior treatment. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combo can lead to remission. About 40 adul…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wart war: two injections face off in plantar wart study
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two injected medications, bleomycin and pingyangmycin, for treating plantar warts. Each of the 200 adult participants will receive both drugs on different warts to compare which works better. The main goal is complete clearing of the warts, with follow-up for 36 …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Drug Combo's Long-Term safety under scrutiny in blood disease patients
Disease control OngoingThis study follows patients who have already been taking ruxolitinib alone or with panobinostat in earlier trials and are still benefiting. Researchers will track side effects over time to see how safe these drugs are for long-term use. About 296 participants with conditions like…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Pre-Surgery immune booster beat standard care for skin cancer?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase III trial compares adding the immunotherapy drug cemiplimab before surgery (with or without radiation) to standard surgery alone for people with stage III/IV squamous cell skin cancer that can be removed. The goal is to see if the combination improves event-free surviv…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to beat back advanced hodgkin lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial compares two immunotherapy drugs—nivolumab (Opdivo) and brentuximab vedotin (Adcetris)—when added to standard chemotherapy for people aged 12 and older with newly diagnosed stage III or IV classic Hodgkin lymphoma. The goal is to see which combination better de…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot could help kidney transplant patients fight rejection
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called efgartigimod, given as a shot under the skin, for people who have antibody-mediated rejection after a kidney transplant. The trial includes 30 adults who received a kidney at least 6 months ago and have signs of rejection. Participants will receive …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: argenx • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to stop aggressive lymphoma in its tracks
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding the drug venetoclax to standard chemotherapy can keep high-grade B-cell lymphomas from returning or getting worse. The trial includes 363 people with aggressive lymphoma subtypes. Venetoclax targets a protein that helps cancer cells survive, while …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to help HIV patients manage substance use and stay on track with meds
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new program to help people with HIV who also use substances stick to their HIV medications and stay in care. The program teaches coping skills and ways to manage substance use. Researchers want to see if the program is practical and acceptable to participants. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat merkel cell cancer: drug combo trial underway
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding tuvusertib (a drug that blocks a DNA repair enzyme) to avelumab (an immunotherapy) can slow cancer growth in people with advanced Merkel cell cancer that didn't respond to prior treatment. About 50 participants will receive either the combi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could removing a catheter sooner after kidney transplant cut infection risk?
Disease control OngoingThis trial compares removing a urinary catheter on day 3 versus day 6 after a living donor kidney transplant. The goal is to see if earlier removal reduces urinary tract infections within 30 days without causing more complications like urine leaks. The study involves 172 adult ki…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fahim Kanani • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a single cell treatment free liver transplant patients from lifelong drugs?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a personalized cell therapy called QEL-001 in 33 liver transplant recipients. The therapy uses a patient's own cells, modified to train the immune system to accept the donated liver. The goal is to see if it is safe and allows patients to stop taking anti-rejecti…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Quell Therapeutics Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Two-Drug HIV pill could match Three-Drug standard
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a simpler two-drug pill (dolutegravir/lamivudine) works as well as a standard three-drug pill (bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide) for adults with HIV who have never been treated. About 473 participants will take one of the two pills daily fo…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: ViiV Healthcare • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered t cells with a kill switch aim to make stem cell transplants safer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new approach for people receiving a stem cell transplant from a partially matched family donor. The donor's immune cells (T cells) are modified in the lab to include a 'suicide gene' that can be activated by a drug if the cells attack the patient's body, causin…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common nerve pain drug help control HIV and curb heavy drinking?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests if gabapentin, a medication for nerve pain, can help people with HIV who drink heavily achieve undetectable viral loads. About 220 participants will receive either gabapentin or a placebo for 3 months, along with counseling. The goal is to see if the drug improve…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could vitamin c boost liver transplant success?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether high doses of vitamin C given through an IV can help people recover better after a liver transplant. About 90 adults having their first liver transplant will receive either vitamin C or a placebo for two days. The goal is to see if vitamin C reduces organ…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Suicide Gene-Equipped t cells aim to make stem cell transplants safer
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether specially modified T cells from a partially matched donor can help patients recover their immune system faster after a stem cell transplant. The T cells are engineered with a 'suicide gene' that allows doctors to destroy them if they cause graft-versus-ho…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a single infusion of COVID-Fighting antibodies keep High-Risk patients out of the hospital?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether a single infusion of hyperimmune immunoglobulin (hIVIG) — concentrated antibodies from recovered COVID-19 patients — can help adults at high risk (age 55+ or with weakened immune systems) who have early COVID-19. Participants receive either the antibody i…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Old HIV drugs get a second look in Long-Term study
Disease control OngoingThis study compares three treatments for early HIV infection: zidovudine (AZT) alone, alpha-interferon alone, or both together. It aims to see which best lowers viral load, protects the immune system, and delays the first serious infection. About 180 adults with early HIV and hea…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at tough childhood leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis trial investigates a new type of immunotherapy called CAR T-cell therapy that targets two proteins, CD19 and CD22, found on B-cell leukemia cells. The therapy is given along with chemotherapy to children and young adults whose leukemia has come back or has not responded to s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New HIV antibody VH4527079 enters early human safety testing
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new lab-made antibody called VH4527079 in healthy adults and people with HIV. The goal is to check if it is safe and how the body processes it when given as a single shot or multiple infusions. About 102 participants aged 18-55 will take part. This …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: ViiV Healthcare • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to spare transplant patients from chemo
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two drugs, polatuzumab vedotin and rituximab, as a first treatment for a rare cancer called post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD) that can occur after an organ or stem cell transplant. The goal is to see if this combo is safe and ef…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple vest help COVID-19 patients breathe easier?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a non-invasive pneumatic vest designed to apply pressure to the chest wall in patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) caused by COVID-19 who are on mechanical ventilators. The goal is to see if the vest can improve oxygen levels in the blood. Up …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kidney transplant patients: extended drug trial targets rejection
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study offers kidney transplant patients with antibody-mediated rejection (AMR) the chance to receive felzartamab for up to 4 more years. AMR occurs when the immune system attacks the new kidney. The main goal is to check long-term safety and monitor kidney health through bio…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Biogen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody drug aims to calm painful skin condition
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests tibulizumab, a dual-action antibody, in 225 adults with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a chronic skin condition causing painful abscesses. Participants first receive either the drug or a placebo for 16 weeks, then everyone gets the drug for another 16 wee…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Zura Bio Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lab-Grown immune cells take aim at Life-Threatening viruses in vulnerable patients
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether specially grown immune cells can fight three common viruses—adenovirus, CMV, and EBV—in people whose immune systems are weak due to a stem cell or organ transplant, or an inherited immune disorder. The cells are made from a donor's blood and trained to re…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Paul Szabolcs • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for hepatitis delta: phase 3 trial of brelovitug launches
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests a drug called brelovitug (BJT-778) in 80 people with chronic hepatitis delta, a serious liver infection. Participants receive either brelovitug or delayed treatment to see if the drug can lower virus levels and improve liver enzyme counts. The study is re…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Mirum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Protein-Packed breast milk could help tiny preemies grow stronger
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding extra protein to breast milk during the first two weeks of life helps extremely preterm infants (born at 28 weeks or earlier) gain more lean body mass and develop a healthier gut microbiome. About 150 babies will be randomly assigned to receive eit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Texting program aims to help smokers with HIV kick the habit
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether personalized text messages can motivate people living with HIV in Vietnam to quit smoking. Participants receive motivational texts over six months and are encouraged to use a free government quitline that provides nicotine patches. The goal is to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Worcester • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could chemo keep uterine sarcoma at bay? new trial seeks answers
Disease control TerminatedThis Phase II trial is testing whether a combination of two chemotherapy drugs, doxorubicin and trabectedin, can help prevent uterine leiomyosarcoma from coming back after surgery. The study enrolls 48 patients with high-risk, early-stage disease who have had their tumor fully re…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hep c combo aims to match top therapy in phase 3 showdown
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new two-drug combination, BEM/RZR, against an approved treatment, SOF/VEL, in 880 adults with chronic hepatitis C. The goal is to see if BEM/RZR can clear the virus as effectively and safely. Participants must not have taken prior HCV drugs and may have compens…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Atea Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Food boxes and health coaching aim to tame diabetes in the deep south
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether delivering healthy food boxes, remote health monitoring, and one-on-one coaching can help low-income Black adults with type 2 diabetes better control their blood sugar. The trial enrolls 304 participants in the Deep South and tracks changes in HbA1c level…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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ER opioid overdose study pulled before it began
Disease control TerminatedThis pilot study aimed to help people who had an opioid overdose by starting them on buprenorphine/naloxone in the emergency room and then connecting them to an addiction clinic. The goal was to reduce repeat overdoses and improve treatment engagement. However, the study was with…
Sponsor: Nassima Ait-Daoud Tiouririne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising new cocktail targets AIDS-Linked cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing whether adding the targeted drug ibrutinib to standard chemotherapy can safely treat HIV-positive patients with a type of lymphoma. The study involves 46 participants and aims to find the best dose and check for side effects. If it works, this co…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Talking it out: new study tests counseling to boost HIV treatment success
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a counseling program for people living with HIV who also face mental health challenges or substance use. The program uses one-on-one sessions to help with medication adherence, stress, and other life issues. Researchers will see if participants complete the progr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer-Killing virus injected directly into tumors shows promise in Mid-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a virus called AdAPT-001 that is injected directly into tumors to kill cancer cells. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The trial will check if the virus is safe and whether it works better when combined wi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: EpicentRx, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tame rare liver virus
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests two experimental drugs, Elebsiran and Tobevibart, in 95 adults with chronic hepatitis D, a serious liver infection. Participants receive the drugs as injections along with a standard oral antiviral. The goal is to see if the combination can lower virus le…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Vir Biotechnology, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat brain cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a combination of the targeted drug ibrutinib with several chemotherapy drugs (TEDDI-R) in people with primary CNS lymphoma, a rare and aggressive brain cancer. The study aims to find the safest dose of ibrutinib when used in this cocktail and to see h…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New drug targets virus to fight rare cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a drug called VK-2019 in 13 patients with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)-positive nasopharyngeal cancer that has returned or spread and has no standard treatment. VK-2019 works by blocking a key viral protein, EBNA1, which the virus needs to survive. The main g…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Could an immunotherapy combo replace harsh chemo for head and neck cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether combining the immunotherapy drug durvalumab (Imfinzi) with radiation therapy can effectively treat intermediate-risk head and neck cancer after surgery, while causing fewer serious side effects than the standard cisplatin-based chemo-radiation. T…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Could a bedroom air filter protect cancer Survivors' hearts?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether using a high-efficiency air filter in the bedroom overnight can reduce inflammation and heart-related risks in adult cancer survivors living in highly polluted areas. Ten participants will each try both filtered and unfiltered air for two-week periods,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University College, London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New TB drug cocktail aims to shorten treatment
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests whether a new drug called TBAJ-876, or the existing drug bedaquiline, combined with pretomanid and linezolid, can treat drug-sensitive tuberculosis faster and more effectively than the standard 6-month regimen. About 309 adults with newly diagnosed TB are…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Global Alliance for TB Drug Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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HIV shot could replace daily pills for those who skip doses
Disease control OngoingThis study tested whether monthly injections of two HIV drugs (cabotegravir and rilpivirine) work better than daily oral pills for people with HIV who have a history of missing doses. Over 450 participants were enrolled. The goal was to see if the long-acting shots reduce the cha…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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HIV drug B/F/TAF tested in pregnancy for safety and virus control
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at the safety and effectiveness of the HIV medication B/F/TAF in pregnant women who have had their virus under control for at least six months. About 50 women in their first trimester will continue taking the drug through pregnancy and 12 weeks after birth. Resea…
Sponsor: Shi Zou • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Blood test could guide chemo for throat cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a blood test for Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) DNA can help doctors choose the best chemotherapy after standard radiation for nasopharyngeal cancer. About 685 patients will first receive standard chemoradiation. Then, based on whether EBV DNA is still detectab…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: NRG Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to beat High-Risk hodgkin lymphoma in kids
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding brentuximab vedotin (a drug that delivers cancer-killing substances directly to lymphoma cells) to standard chemotherapy works better than chemo alone for children and young adults with high-risk Hodgkin lymphoma. About 600 participants with stage …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Pregnant women with hepatitis b: which drug is safer?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at two antiviral drugs, TAF and TDF, in pregnant women with chronic hepatitis B. It aims to see which one better controls the virus and keeps the mother's liver healthy without harming the baby. About 816 women in early or middle pregnancy will take one of the dr…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Engineered T-Cells take on tough lymphoma in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase I trial tests a new approach for patients with high-risk or recurrent non-Hodgkin lymphoma. After a stem cell transplant, participants receive a single infusion of their own genetically modified T-cells designed to recognize and attack cancer cells. The study aims to f…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tackle Hard-to-Treat hodgkin lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether combining two drugs, itacitinib and everolimus, can help people with classical Hodgkin lymphoma that has returned or not responded to prior treatments. The trial is open to adults with measurable disease and aims to see how well the combination works in s…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could a few shots replace weeks of IV antibiotics for joint infections?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests dalbavancin, a long-acting antibiotic given as a few shots over two months, for infections that occur after hip or knee replacement surgery. The standard treatment requires 12 weeks of daily antibiotics, which can be hard to tolerate and complete. The trial inclu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Fetal stem cells aim to tame immune chaos
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis early-stage trial tests clonal fetal mesenchymal stem cells (cfMSCs) in 100 people with severe immune-related disorders or tissue damage. The goal is to see if the cells are safe and can reduce symptoms. Participants have no other treatment options left.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shenzhen Geno-Immune Medical Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at Hard-to-Treat lymphomas
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a treatment made from a patient's own immune cells, which are genetically modified to recognize and attack a protein called CD20 on cancer cells. It is for people with B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma that has returned or not responded to prior therapy. The main goals…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Immune boosting duo takes on rare throat cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether combining two immunotherapy drugs, ipilimumab and nivolumab, can shrink tumors in people with advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) linked to the Epstein-Barr virus. About 113 patients with recurrent or metastatic NPC that can't be cured will r…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New hope for leiomyosarcoma: drug combo trial aims to slow tumor growth
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding lurbinectedin to standard doxorubicin chemotherapy helps people with metastatic leiomyosarcoma live longer without their cancer growing. About 469 adults who have not had prior treatment for advanced disease are being studied. The main goal…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: PharmaMar • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with hodgkin lymphoma: tailored chemo aims to cut toxicity
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study is testing a risk-adapted approach for children and young adults with classical Hodgkin lymphoma. Depending on their risk level, patients receive different combinations of chemotherapy drugs, with the goal of improving response while reducing side effects. The …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New trial tailors anal cancer treatment for people with HIV
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adjusting treatment based on risk level can improve outcomes for people with HIV who have anal cancer. Low-risk patients receive standard chemotherapy and radiation, while high-risk patients also get the immunotherapy drug nivolumab after sta…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New HIV drug cocktail tested in newborns to block transmission
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study is testing the safety and how the body handles a new combination HIV drug (B/F/TAF) in full-term newborns who were exposed to HIV at birth. The goal is to see if this drug can be used to prevent the babies from getting infected. The study involves 16 infant…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for Drug-Resistant HIV: fostemsavir shows promise in Late-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new HIV medicine, fostemsavir, in people whose HIV has become resistant to many other drugs. About 371 adults with multi-drug resistant HIV took part. The goal was to see if fostemsavir could lower the amount of virus in their blood. This is a disease control s…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: ViiV Healthcare • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Promising combo therapy aims to beat back childhood blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis large phase 3 study tests whether adding the drug blinatumomab to standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes for children and young adults with newly diagnosed B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia or lymphoma, including those with Down syndrome. The trial enrolls over 6,700 p…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Experimental cocktail aims to turn tumors against themselves
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests whether a mix of immune-boosting drugs and targeted radiation can help the body fight advanced solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery. About 14 adults with certain types of skin cancer, sarcoma, or breast cancer will receive the treatment dire…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise against rare skin cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests the drug pomalidomide in about 45 people with Kaposi sarcoma, a rare skin cancer. Pomalidomide works by stopping blood vessel growth and boosting the immune system to fight cancer cells. The study aims to see how long tumors shrink and how many people re…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could donor milk give late preterm babies a healthier start than formula?
Disease control TerminatedThis study compares banked donor breast milk to preterm formula for late preterm infants (born at 34–36 weeks) who need extra nutrition while their mothers' milk supply increases. Researchers will track the babies' weight gain and analyze their gut bacteria to see which supplemen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Virus plus radiation may shrink sarcomas before surgery
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a cancer-killing virus (T-VEC) combined with radiation can shrink soft tissue sarcomas before surgery. About 40 adults with newly diagnosed, removable sarcomas will receive the virus injected into the tumor plus radiation. The main goals are to see how ma…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy duo takes on rare tumors
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing a combination of two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and ipilimumab, in 798 people with over 50 types of rare cancers. The goal is to see if these drugs can shrink tumors by helping the immune system attack cancer cells. Participants receive the drugs…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for brain lymphoma: acalabrutinib trial underway
Disease control OngoingThis phase 1/2 trial tests the drug acalabrutinib (Calquence) in 49 people with central nervous system lymphoma that has come back or not responded to treatment. Participants take the tablet by mouth twice daily. The study aims to find the safest dose and see if the drug can shri…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could less radiation be enough after robotic throat cancer surgery?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether giving lower doses of radiation to a smaller area after robotic surgery can still keep HPV-positive throat cancer from coming back. About 150 adults with early-stage throat cancer will receive this gentler radiation plan. The goal is to see if two year…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at stubborn childhood leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests a personalized cell therapy called tisagenlecleucel (Kymriah) in children and young adults with high-risk B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia who still have detectable cancer cells after initial chemotherapy. The treatment involves collecting the patient…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for kidney transplant patients with cancer: drug combo aims to fight tumors without losing the donated kidney
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests whether a mix of three drugs—tacrolimus, nivolumab, and ipilimumab—can shrink or control certain skin cancers in people who have had a kidney transplant. The main goal is to see if the cancer responds without causing the body to reject the transplante…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a new pill help kids fight hepatitis b?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called tenofovir alafenamide (TAF) in 150 children and teens with chronic hepatitis B. Half receive TAF and half receive a placebo for 24 weeks. Researchers are checking how safe the drug is, how the body processes it, and whether it lowers virus levels. T…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New combo attack on leukemia: chemo plus targeted drug shows promise
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial is studying a combination of chemotherapy (Hyper-CVAD) and the targeted drug dasatinib, with or without a donor stem cell transplant, in 97 adults with Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). The goal is to see how well this approa…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Donor T-Cells take on stubborn CMV in transplant patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether immune cells from donors who have been exposed to CMV can treat persistent CMV infections in patients who have had a stem cell transplant. The study includes 49 participants with CMV that hasn't improved with standard antiviral drugs. The cells ar…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat throat cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether adding the targeted therapy cabozantinib to a standard immunotherapy combination (nivolumab and ipilimumab) can better control advanced nasopharyngeal cancer that has returned or spread. About 50 adults whose cancer worsened after platinum chemotherapy an…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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COVID steroid trial pulled before it even started
Disease control TerminatedThis study was designed to see if corticosteroids (prednisone or hydrocortisone) could help COVID-19 patients who need extra oxygen. It planned to enroll adults with confirmed COVID-19 and pneumonia, using CT scans to identify those likely to benefit. However, the trial was withd…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a simpler HIV pill work just as well? new study compares 2-drug combo to standard 3-drug therapy.
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether switching to a new 2-drug combination pill (bictegravir/lenacapavir) is as safe and effective as staying on the standard 3-drug pill (Biktarvy) for people with HIV-1 whose virus is already suppressed. About 577 participants who have been on Biktarvy for a…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy drug aims to stop deadly skin cancer's return in high-risk patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether the immunotherapy drug avelumab can keep Merkel cell carcinoma from returning in patients whose cancer has spread to lymph nodes and who have already had surgery or radiation. About 100 adults will receive either avelumab or a placebo every two we…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New combo aims to tame GVHD after stem cell transplants
Disease control OngoingThis early study tests whether combining a low-dose steroid with the drug ruxolitinib can better control grade II acute graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) after a stem cell transplant. GVHD occurs when donor immune cells attack the recipient's body. The trial includes 30 people wit…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Daihong Liu • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Vitamin d boost may extend life in lymphoma patients, trial hopes
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether giving vitamin D supplements to people with newly diagnosed lymphoma or chronic lymphocytic leukemia who have low vitamin D levels can improve their survival and delay the need for treatment. About 565 participants are being given vitamin D3 or a place…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can talking therapy cut alcohol use and save lives in TB and HIV patients?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a 4-session behavioral program to reduce alcohol use in 450 people with TB and HIV in India. Unhealthy drinking can worsen TB and HIV outcomes. The program is added to usual care, and researchers will check if it lowers alcohol use and improves health. The goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug may help lung damage after stem cell transplants
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new oral drug called alvelestat (MPH966) in adults who have lung damage (bronchiolitis obliterans syndrome) after a stem cell transplant. The drug aims to block an enzyme that may cause lung injury. The trial has two parts: first to find the safest and most eff…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Experimental COVID-19 therapy targets cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a biologic treatment for 20 people with moderate COVID-19 who also have controlled cancer. The treatment aims to help the immune system recognize and kill the virus. Researchers will check if the virus clears and if the immune response improves.
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Han Xu, M.D., Ph.D., FAPCR, Sponsor-Investigator, IRB Chair • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Veto cells could make stem cell transplants safer for blood cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether adding special immune cells called veto cells to a stem cell transplant can help donor cells grow in the patient without causing severe graft-versus-host disease (GVHD). The study includes 16 people with various blood cancers or bone marrow fa…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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App aims to keep HIV patients with addiction on track
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a mobile app called Connections for people living with HIV who also have substance use disorders. The app provides resources, weekly check-ins, discussion rooms, and private messaging with peer mentors and care teams. Researchers want to see if using the app help…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at tough lymphomas in first human test
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new type of immunotherapy for people with Hodgkin lymphoma or cutaneous T-cell lymphoma that has returned or not responded to standard treatments. The therapy uses the patient's own T cells, which are genetically modified to recognize and attack can…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could a vaccine tame chronic hepatitis b?
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a therapeutic vaccine called ISA104 in 24 people with chronic hepatitis B who are already on antiviral drugs. The goal is to see if the vaccine is safe and can boost the immune system to better fight the virus. Participants will receive either ISA104 …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Which vaginal estrogen works best for recurrent UTIs? new study aims to find out
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at how well women with low estrogen (like after menopause) stick to using vaginal estrogen treatments to prevent repeat urinary tract infections. About 111 women will be randomly assigned to use a cream, tablet, or ring. Researchers will track adherence over 6 mo…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of California, Irvine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Promising drug may shrink brain tumors in relapsed lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called acalabrutinib in 10 people with central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma that has returned or not responded to treatment. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can shrink tumors. Acalabrutinib is already approved for another type of lymphoma and w…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Can blister-pack painkillers replace opioids after wisdom teeth removal?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a simple program—including an education session for oral surgeons, patient instruction sheets, and blister packs of acetaminophen and ibuprofen—can reduce opioid prescriptions to adolescents and young adults after tooth extraction. About 38,000 patients a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Douglas Oyler • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New triple therapy targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of three drugs—bintrafusp alfa, PDS01ADC, and entinostat—in adults with advanced HPV-related cancers (like cervical, anal, or throat cancer) or certain colon cancers that haven't responded to standard treatment. The goal is to find a safe dose and s…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New COPD drug shows promise in cutting lung Flare-Ups
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called verekitug in 666 people with moderate-to-severe COPD, a long-term lung disease that makes breathing hard. The goal is to see if it can reduce serious flare-ups and improve lung function compared to a placebo. Participants must be current or form…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Upstream Bio Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New hope for hepatitis delta: expanded access to bulevirtide
Disease control APPROVED_FOR_MARKETINGThis study provides access to the drug bulevirtide (Hepcludex®) for people with chronic hepatitis delta virus infection who have compensated liver disease (with or without cirrhosis). Participants must meet specific health criteria, including a positive HDV RNA test. The goal is …
Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Can talking about stigma help people with HIV and depression?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis pilot study in Malawi tests whether adding stigma-reduction counseling to standard depression treatment helps people living with HIV. Two hundred adults with HIV and depressive symptoms will receive counseling sessions that challenge myths and build coping skills. Researcher…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New study tests simple strategies to keep HIV patients on track
Disease control OngoingThis study tests different ways to help people with HIV take their medication regularly. Researchers will enroll 534 people starting HIV treatment in Cape Town. They will use a device to track pill-taking and try different outreach methods, like calls or texts, to support adheren…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Texts and telehealth: new program aims to boost HIV med adherence in florida youth
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a program called Healthy Choices, which uses text messages and telehealth sessions to help young people with HIV (ages 18-29) in Florida manage their alcohol use and take their HIV medication every day. The goal is to improve daily medication adherence and viral …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Mid-treatment PET scan may allow safer, lower radiation for throat cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether a PET scan taken partway through radiation treatment can identify patients with HPV-related throat cancer who can safely receive a lower dose of radiation. The goal is to reduce side effects while still controlling the cancer. About 120 adults with s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New program aims to help women with HIV and abuse history
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is for adult women living with HIV who have experienced intimate partner violence. It tests a program that combines trauma-informed counseling with a safety planning app to improve mental health, HIV management, and safety. The goal is to see if this approach can reduc…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New hope for HS sufferers: Long-Term drug trial expands
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at the long-term safety and effectiveness of a drug called sonelokimab for people with moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a painful skin condition. About 835 adults and teens who completed an earlier sonelokimab study will receive the drug for an e…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: MoonLake Immunotherapeutics AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Cash after jail: could $6,750 keep HIV in check?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving a guaranteed income of $6,750—either as a lump sum or monthly payments—helps people with HIV who have recently been in jail stay connected to care and keep the virus under control. Thirty-three participants will be randomly assigned to receive the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Supercharged immune cells take on childhood leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests the safety of giving patients their own genetically modified T-cells to fight relapsed B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The study includes children and young adults up to age 26 whose leukemia has returned or is hard to treat. The modified T-cells…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New program aims to cut overdose risk for women leaving prison
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a trauma-informed program called TRUST for women leaving prison who have a history of substance use and violent victimization. The program includes individual and group sessions to build skills and support recovery. Researchers will measure changes in substance u…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Michele Staton • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New combo strategy aims to catch and remove leftover cancer after radiation
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial studies whether a combination of regular check-ups, scans, blood tests, and ultrasound can safely find and guide removal of remaining cancer in neck lymph nodes after standard radiation for advanced nasopharyngeal cancer. About 50 adults aged 18-70 with N3 …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Guiquan Zhu • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Supercharged immune cells aim to stop lymphoma comeback
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new treatment for people with Hodgkin or non-Hodgkin lymphoma who have had a stem cell transplant. The treatment uses the patient's own T cells, which are modified in a lab to recognize and attack cancer cells that carry a protein called CD30. The m…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New study aims to help smokers with HIV kick the habit for good
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a smoking cessation medication (varenicline) combined with tools to help people stick with treatment can improve quit rates for smokers living with HIV. About 340 participants will be followed for 6 months to see if they stop smoking, confirmed by breath …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New hope for lung scarring: buloxibutid trial underway
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called buloxibutid in 378 people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a lung-scarring disease. Over 52 weeks, researchers compare two doses of buloxibutid against a placebo to see if it can slow lung function decline. The study is double…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Vicore Pharma AB • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can antibodies flush out hidden HIV? new trial aims to find out
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether two lab-made antibodies, 3BNC117-LS and 10-1074-LS, can safely reduce the hidden HIV reservoir in people already on suppressive antiretroviral therapy (ART). The trial involves 105 adults with HIV who will receive three infusions of the antibodies or a pl…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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HIV herbal pill trial pulled before a single patient enrolled
Disease control TerminatedThis study planned to test a blend of plant extracts and vitamin C, called Ahah, in people with HIV/AIDS. The goal was to see if it could protect and increase CD4+ T cells and B cells. However, the trial was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Trieu, Nguyen Thi, M.D. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New drug duo takes on stubborn hodgkin lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining two drugs—nivolumab and axatilimab—can help people with classical Hodgkin lymphoma that has come back or not responded to prior treatments. The study includes 9 adults who have already tried at least one other therapy. Researchers will m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Finger-Prick test could speed up hepatitis c treatment
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether using a dried blood spot test (a simple finger prick) can help people with hepatitis C start treatment faster than the usual method that requires a blood draw. The trial involves 141 participants who work with a peer support program and telemedicine. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for rare HIV-Linked cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tested whether combining two anti-cancer drugs, pomalidomide (taken as a pill) and liposomal doxorubicin (given through an IV), is safe and tolerable for people with advanced or hard-to-treat Kaposi sarcoma. The study enrolled 62 adults, including those wit…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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HIV drug rilpivirine keeps helping kids in Long-Term study
Disease control OngoingThis study gives children with HIV-1 who previously benefited from rilpivirine continued access to the drug along with other antiretrovirals. About 48 kids are taking part to monitor long-term safety and side effects. The goal is to keep their virus under control while checking f…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Janssen Sciences Ireland UC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New HIV pill combo could simplify treatment for kids
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new combination of two HIV drugs, bictegravir and lenacapavir, in children and adolescents aged 2 to 17 with HIV-1. The goal is to see if this once-daily pill is safe and works well enough to replace more complex daily medication routines. About 75 participants…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Could a cancer drug slow lung scarring? new trial tests anlotinib for IPF
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests whether anlotinib, a drug currently used for cancer, can help people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) or progressive fibrosis-interstitial lung disease. The study involves 30 adults aged 40-85 and measures changes in lung function over 52 weeks. P…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New drug could save transplanted kidneys from rejection
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called felzartamab in people who received a kidney transplant and later developed antibody-mediated rejection (AMR), where the immune system attacks the new kidney. The drug targets immune cells that make harmful antibodies, aiming to reduce kidney damage …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Biogen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Can a common Alzheimer's drug prevent delirium relapse in poisoning patients?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether rivastigmine, a drug used for Alzheimer's, can prevent delirium from coming back after initial treatment with physostigmine for anticholinergic poisoning. About 42 people aged 10 and older with controlled delirium will receive either rivastigmine or a pla…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New antibiotic vabomere tested in kids for first time
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a single dose of the antibiotic Vabomere in 39 children from birth to under 18 years old who have serious bacterial infections. The goal is to find the right dose and check how safe and tolerable the drug is. All children are hospitalized and receiving other…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Rempex (a wholly owned subsidiary of Melinta Therapeutics, LLC) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on brain cancer in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase study tests a new treatment for patients with relapsed or hard-to-treat lymphoma in the brain or spinal cord. The therapy uses the patient's own immune cells, modified to recognize and attack cancer cells. The main goals are to check safety and see if the treatme…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Beijing Boren Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Immune cells take on brain cancer in first human test
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new treatment for people with a rare and hard-to-treat type of lymphoma that has spread to the brain or spinal cord. The therapy uses the patient's own immune cells, modified to target two markers (CD19 and CD22) on cancer cells, and is given throug…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Hrain Biotechnology Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New hope for Drug-Resistant HIV: early access to TMC125
Disease control APPROVED_FOR_MARKETINGThis study provides early access to the experimental drug TMC125 (etravirine) for HIV-1 patients who have failed multiple treatments and have few options left. Participants take TMC125 along with other antiretroviral drugs chosen by their doctor. The study tracks safety and how w…
Sponsor: Tibotec Pharmaceuticals, Ireland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Experimental drug combo tested for rare, deadly castleman disease
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at a rare disease called KSHV-associated multicentric Castleman's disease (MCD), caused by a virus. Researchers are testing several drug combinations, including chemotherapy and antivirals, to see if they can control the disease. The study also tracks how the dis…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to fight rare uterine cancer after chemo fails
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether combining olaparib and temozolomide works better than standard drugs (trabectedin or pazopanib) for people with advanced uterine leiomyosarcoma that has spread or cannot be removed by surgery and has stopped responding to initial chemotherapy. About 74 pa…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New antibiotic vabomere tested in kids with tough UTIs
Disease control OngoingThis study tests the safety of an antibiotic called Vabomere in children aged 3 months to 12 years who have complicated urinary tract infections, including kidney infections. The children receive the medicine through an IV while in the hospital. Researchers monitor for side effec…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Rempex (a wholly owned subsidiary of Melinta Therapeutics, LLC) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Viruses vs. superbugs: new hope for skin infections?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a mixture of viruses called phages, which naturally kill bacteria, for treating skin infections that don't respond to antibiotics. Researchers will enroll 150 adults with infected wounds and compare the phage treatment to a placebo or standard care. The goal is t…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital Xi'an Jiaotong University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New cocktail of 6 drugs takes on tough lymphomas
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a mix of six drugs (called ViPOR-P) in adults with B-cell lymphomas that came back or didn't respond to prior treatment. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can shrink tumors. About 34 participants will take pills and receive infusions o…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Engineered donor cells aim to beat blood cancer without severe side effects
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new way to treat children and young adults with high-risk blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma. Doctors take blood cells from a family donor, remove certain T cells that can cause a harmful immune reaction, and then transplant the modified cells. The goal i…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Can immune therapy IVIG calm long COVID's autonomic storm?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) can reduce symptoms of autonomic dysfunction—such as dizziness, rapid heartbeat, and fatigue—in people with long COVID. Two hundred participants will receive either IVIG or a placebo (saline) for 9 months, plus coordinate…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kanecia Obie Zimmerman • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Immune cell therapy shows promise for tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests a personalized immune cell therapy called tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TIL) in 20 people with advanced solid cancers (like stomach, colon, or pancreatic cancer) that have not responded to standard treatments. Patients first receive chemotherapy to prep…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Udai Kammula • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat nasopharyngeal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether combining pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) with olaparib (a PARP inhibitor) can shrink tumors in people with nasopharyngeal cancer that has become resistant to platinum-based chemotherapy. The study plans to enroll 30 adults whose cancer has …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gruppo Oncologico del Nord-Ovest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Could a smart immune therapy beat chemo for relapsed childhood leukemia?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares a targeted immune therapy called blinatumomab to standard chemotherapy in 669 children and young adults (ages 1-30) whose B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia has returned after initial treatment. The goal is to see if blinatumomab can keep the cancer away long…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Immunotherapy after surgery may keep merkel cell cancer at bay
Disease control OngoingThis phase III trial tests whether the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab can prevent Merkel cell cancer from returning after it has been surgically removed. About 280 adults with stage I-III Merkel cell cancer are randomly assigned to receive either pembrolizumab or standard obser…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Can a cancer drug combo fight frailty in HIV?
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests whether a combination of dasatinib and quercetin (D+Q) can safely improve physical function in 82 older adults with HIV who are frail or prefrail. Participants take D+Q or a placebo in six 2-day cycles over 12 weeks, then are monitored for another 12 week…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Vending machines dispense lifesaving overdose reversal drug
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether placing naloxone—a medication that reverses opioid overdoses—in vending machines makes it easier for people in the community to get it. Researchers will track how many naloxone kits are distributed before and after installing the machines. Anyone in th…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New oral drug shows promise against deadly lassa fever in west africa trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new oral antiviral drug, ARN-75039, for treating Lassa fever, a serious viral illness common in West Africa. About 135 hospitalized adults will receive either a high or low dose of the new drug or the standard IV treatment, ribavirin, for 10 days. The goal is t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Arisan Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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One shot to beat the flu? new drug peramivir tested in large trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether a single injection of peramivir can safely treat uncomplicated flu in adults. Participants receive either 150 mg, 300 mg of peramivir, or a placebo, and researchers measure how quickly symptoms improve. The goal is to see if this antiviral shot offers a f…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: BioCryst Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Experimental T-Cell therapy takes aim at lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new therapy for Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma that has returned or not responded to standard treatment. Researchers take a patient's own immune cells, train them in the lab to recognize five cancer-specific proteins (tumor-associated antigens), a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for rare uterine cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two drugs—olaparib and temozolomide—together in 23 people with advanced uterine leiomyosarcoma that has spread or cannot be removed by surgery. Olaparib blocks a protein that helps cancer cells repair themselves, while temozolomide damages cancer cell DNA. The go…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Donor stem cell transplant shows promise for tough blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a stem cell transplant from a matched unrelated donor for people with advanced blood cancers or blood disorders. Patients get chemotherapy and radiation before the transplant to prepare their body, then take drugs to prevent the donor cells from attacking their o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New hope for head and neck cancer: Three-Drug showdown after immunotherapy fails
Disease control OngoingThis study tests three different drug combinations in 430 adults with advanced head and neck cancer that has spread or returned after prior immunotherapy. The goal is to see if adding bevacizumab to standard chemo, or using atezolizumab plus bevacizumab, works better than the usu…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Virus vs. superbug: experimental therapy targets Drug-Resistant lung infection
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a special virus called a bacteriophage, combined with standard antibiotics, to treat a severe lung infection caused by Mycobacterium abscessus. The trial involves just one patient and aims to see if the virus can help clear the infection. It is an early, personal…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Vancouver Coastal Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Nudge study aims to help HIV smokers quit
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether sending reminders (nudges) to doctors, patients, or both can increase the number of people with HIV who smoke getting help to quit. About 500 patients and their doctors are involved. The goal is to see if these nudges lead to more referrals and partici…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New peptide aims to flush out hidden HIV in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests whether adding Gammora® (a peptide) to standard antiretroviral therapy can reduce the hidden HIV reservoir in people newly diagnosed with HIV. Forty participants who have never taken HIV drugs will be randomly assigned to receive either Gammora® plus stan…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Federal University of São Paulo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New antibody shot shows promise for HIV control and prevention
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a single dose of a new long-acting antibody in 20 people with HIV who are not on regular medication. The goal is to see if the antibody is safe and can lower the amount of virus in the blood. Results will help design future studies for both HIV treatm…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: David Ho • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can an old drug make immunotherapy work again for hodgkin lymphoma?
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether adding an oral chemotherapy drug (CC-486) to the immunotherapy nivolumab can help patients with Hodgkin lymphoma whose cancer no longer responds to PD-1 blockers. About 33 adults will receive the combination to find the safest dose and see if …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Drug could slash surgeries for rare airway disease
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether bevacizumab, a drug that blocks blood vessel growth, can lengthen the time between surgeries for adults with recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP), a rare condition causing wart-like growths in the airways. Participants receive 11 doses of t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New blood filter could save lives in septic shock
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a new blood-filtering method called adaptive blood purification (ABP) for people with septic shock. The treatment aims to remove inflammatory substances from the blood. 276 adults in intensive care will be randomly assigned to receive either standard care or stan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Chao Yang Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can a Pre-Transplant HPV shot shield patients from cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether giving the HPV vaccine (Gardasil 9) to adults before a kidney transplant helps their immune system fight HPV after transplant, when they must take drugs that weaken immunity. About 51 participants will receive the vaccine before surgery, and resea…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New hope against Drug-Resistant lung infection?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether the antibiotic omadacycline can help people with a hard-to-treat lung infection caused by Mycobacterium abscessus. Researchers will review medical records of 200 patients to see how many get better or are cured. The goal is to find out which patients b…
Sponsor: Beijing Chest Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for Hard-to-Treat leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tested a combination of three immunotherapy drugs (blinatumomab, nivolumab, and ipilimumab) in 28 adults with a severe form of B-cell leukemia that had returned or not responded to prior treatments. The main goal was to find safe doses and identify side eff…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Weekly HIV pill could replace daily doses
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether a once-weekly pill (islatravir/lenacapavir) can keep HIV under control as well as daily standard care. About 600 people with HIV who already have undetectable virus levels will switch to the weekly pill or stay on their current daily regimen. The …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to extend life in advanced head and neck cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tested whether adding bevacizumab to standard chemotherapy helps people with head and neck cancer that has returned or spread. About 403 adults took part. The main goal was to see if the combination improved overall survival compared to chemotherapy alone.
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy cocktail shows promise against tough throat cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug tislelizumab to standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes for people with locoregionally advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma. About 450 participants will receive either tislelizumab plus chemo or a placebo plus ch…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can money skills and mentors shield AIDS orphans from HIV?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two methods of rolling out a program called Bridges, which gives financial literacy training and one-on-one mentors to 1,440 teens aged 11-17 who lost parents to AIDS in Uganda. The goal is to see which approach works better at reducing HIV risk and improving …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Could less radiation be just as effective for some head and neck cancers?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving radiation only to the involved lymph nodes (instead of the whole neck area) can control early-stage nasopharyngeal cancer just as well, with fewer side effects. About 414 adults with limited lymph node involvement will be randomly assigned to eithe…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Yi Junlin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for older leukemia patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tested a combination of the immunotherapy drug blinatumomab with either standard chemotherapy or dasatinib and prednisone in adults aged 65 and older with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). The goal was to see if the combination could improve survival and control the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Promising combo for tough hodgkin lymphoma cases
Disease control OngoingThis study tested a new treatment plan for people with Hodgkin lymphoma that returned or didn't respond to initial therapy. The approach combines an immunotherapy drug (nivolumab) with standard chemotherapy (ICE) to shrink the cancer before a stem cell transplant. The goal was to…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New hope for kidney transplant patients battling BK virus
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at two drug combinations to treat BK virus infection in kidney transplant recipients. BK virus can cause the new kidney to fail. The trial compares everolimus with a lower dose of tacrolimus versus a lower dose of tacrolimus plus leflunomide in 50 adults whose vi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Could one dose beat days of antibiotics for pancreatic surgery patients?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study compares two antibiotic plans for adults having pancreatic surgery. One group gets a single dose of cefazolin before surgery, while the other gets a longer regimen. The goal is to see if the single dose works just as well to prevent infections. 558 participants will be…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Asan Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Can a common drug protect organs during sepsis?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether Racecadotril, a drug given through a feeding tube, can help reduce organ injury in people with sepsis. About 44 adults in intensive care will receive either the drug or a placebo, along with standard sepsis treatment. The main goal is to see if organ func…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Zhujiang Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Could an infusion every 8 weeks replace daily HIV pills?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a combination of two antibodies (TMB-365 and TMB-380) given as an infusion every 8 weeks can keep HIV under control in people who are already suppressed on daily oral medication. About 88 adults with HIV will either switch to the antibody infusions or sta…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: TaiMed Biologics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New 'Sandwich' strategy aims to stop leukemia relapse
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new treatment plan for adults with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) who cannot or choose not to have a donor stem cell transplant. The approach uses a 'sandwich' strategy: first, patients receive two types of CAR T-cells (targeting CD22 and CD19), th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New hope for adults with rare leukemia: drug combo shows promise in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing whether adding the drug venetoclax to a chemotherapy regimen originally designed for children can be safe and effective for adults aged 18-54 with a specific, aggressive form of B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph-like ALL). The study will en…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Cancer therapy trial pulled before it even started
Disease control TerminatedThis study was designed to test a new treatment called BAFFR CAR-T for people with B-cell blood cancers that came back or didn't respond to other treatments. The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, modified to attack cancer cells. However, the trial was withdrawn before en…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Guangzhou Bio-gene Technology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New combo therapy tackles cancer in HIV patients
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests the safety of combining two cancer drugs, nivolumab and cabozantinib, in people with HIV who have advanced solid tumors. Only 8 participants were enrolled. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can shrink or stabilize tumors.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Immunotherapy drug blinatumomab aims to boost leukemia survival in major trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase III trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug blinatumomab to standard chemotherapy helps adults with a newly diagnosed type of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) live longer and stay cancer-free longer. About 488 participants are randomly assigned to rece…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Nasal spray could zap COVID-19 virus in the nose
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a nasal spray called Optate in 24 adults with mild COVID-19. The spray aims to lower virus levels in the nose and improve symptoms like congestion. Participants receive either Optate or a placebo, and researchers measure changes in virus levels and sympto…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New eye drop trial targets chronic dry eye in transplant survivors
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether d-MAPPS eye drops can safely and effectively treat chronic ocular graft-versus-host disease (oGVHD), a painful dry eye condition that can occur after a stem cell transplant. One adult participant will use the drops or a placebo four times dail…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Regenerative Ocular Immunobiologics LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Shorter chemo shows promise for kids with hodgkin lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing a shorter, more intense chemotherapy regimen called Stanford V in children and young adults with favorable Hodgkin lymphoma. Those who still have signs of cancer after 8 weeks of chemo also receive low-dose radiation to the affected areas. The goal i…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New cell therapy aims to tame deadly transplant complication
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new treatment called CYP-001 for people who develop a severe immune reaction (graft versus host disease) after a stem cell transplant. About 60 participants will receive either CYP-001 plus standard steroids or a placebo plus steroids. The goal is to see if add…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cynata Therapeutics Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Can a pill speed up monkeypox recovery? major trial underway
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether the antiviral drug tecovirimat can help people with monkeypox heal faster. About 480 adults and teens (14+) with active lesions will receive either tecovirimat or a placebo, alongside standard care. The main goal is to see how quickly skin and mouth sores…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: ANRS, Emerging Infectious Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Could a common spice help kidney transplant patients?
Disease control OngoingThis small pilot study is testing whether curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, can improve blood vessel health and thinking skills in kidney transplant recipients. Fourteen participants will take either curcumin or a placebo for 12 months. The goal is to see if this safe,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New hope for lung fibrosis patients: inhaled drug tested for long-term safety
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at the long-term safety of an inhaled medication called treprostinil for people with fibrotic lung diseases like idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. About 1,850 adults who completed a prior related study will take the drug and be monitored for side effects. The goal i…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: United Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New drug duo aims to tame Graft-Versus-Host disease
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests whether adding axatilimab to the standard drug ruxolitinib works better for people newly diagnosed with moderate to severe chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD), a complication after stem cell transplant. About 130 participants aged 12 and older will …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Incyte Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can a simple antiviral stop hepatitis b from waking up in lymphoma patients?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether the antiviral drug entecavir can prevent hepatitis B from reactivating in people with a type of blood cancer (CD20-positive B-cell lymphoma) who have had hepatitis B in the past but cleared it. The 84 participants will take entecavir before starting their…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can less radiation be just as good for HPV throat cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether giving less radiation after surgery for HPV-positive throat cancer can still prevent the cancer from coming back while causing fewer long-term side effects. About 83 adults with HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancer will receive either a standard or reduce…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New hope for advanced nasopharyngeal cancer: targeted radiation therapy under study
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests a drug called 177Lu-DOTATATE, which delivers radiation directly to cancer cells, in people with metastatic nasopharyngeal cancer that has not responded to at least two prior treatments. Only patients whose tumors show up on a special scan are eligible. The main g…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Could a gut pill ease long COVID? new trial tests larazotide
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2a study tests whether larazotide, a drug that tightens the gut lining, can reduce long COVID symptoms in people aged 7 to 50. Participants take the drug or a placebo four times daily for 21 days. The goal is to see if it safely improves symptoms like fatigue, brain fo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Drug combo shows promise in slowing rare sarcomas
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests two oral drugs, ribociclib and everolimus, in people with advanced dedifferentiated liposarcoma or leiomyosarcoma who have had at least one prior treatment. The goal is to see if the combination can stop or slow tumor growth. About 48 participants will ta…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fox Chase Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Could a Plant-Based diet protect transplanted kidneys?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether switching to a plant-based diet can improve heart health and reduce inflammation in people who have had a kidney transplant. Twenty-five participants who are at least three months post-transplant will follow a plant-based diet for 16 weeks after a two-…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: George Washington University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Can a smartphone app help end HIV in young gay men?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a mobile app called HealthMPowerment (HMP) designed to help young gay and bisexual men (ages 15-24) either start HIV prevention (PrEP) or stay on HIV treatment. About 1500 participants will get the app right away or after a delay. Researchers will see if the app …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Cord blood stem cells aim to tame COVID-19 lung crisis
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether infusions of cord blood stem cells can help people with moderate to critical COVID-19 pneumonia. The trial includes 65 adults with COVID-19-related acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Researchers will compare stem cell treatment plus standard care…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New immune therapy aims to train body to clear HPV
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a biological product mix designed to train the immune system to recognize and clear multiple strains of HPV. The study involves 20 participants with cervical HPV infection who do not have symptoms or signs of cancer. The treatment is given through the…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Han Xu, M.D., Ph.D., FAPCR, Sponsor-Investigator, IRB Chair • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Gentler chemo combo shows promise for older leukemia patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called blinatumomab, given as a shot under the skin, combined with low-intensity chemotherapy for people aged 60 and older (or younger adults who are not healthy enough for strong chemo) with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The goal is to see if this …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New study aims to improve cervical cancer detection in HIV-Positive women
Diagnosis OngoingThis study compares different HPV tests to find the best way to screen for cervical cancer in women living with HIV in Latin America. Over 1,000 participants will provide cervical, vaginal, and urine samples, plus undergo colposcopy and biopsies. The goal is to identify which tes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New baby pee trick could end messy urine bags in ER
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests a bladder stimulation technique (gentle lower back massage and lower abdomen tapping) to collect urine from infants under 6 months in the emergency department. The goal is to see if this method gets cleaner samples faster than the usual adhesive bag. 124 infants …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istanbul Medeniyet University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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AI could help doctors identify snakes faster to treat bites
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing an artificial intelligence system that can identify snake species from photos taken by patients or witnesses. The goal is to help emergency doctors quickly know whether a snake is venomous and which species it is, so they can give the right treatment faster.…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could a simple Self-Swap replace the speculum for cervical cancer screening?
Diagnosis OngoingThis study compares self-collected vaginal samples to clinician-collected samples for HPV testing in 500 people referred for colposcopy. The goal is to see if self-collection is accurate enough to improve cervical cancer screening rates. Participants will provide both types of sa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New PET scan could better spot tumors in kids with cancer
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests whether a special PET scan using a radioactive form of methionine (a natural amino acid) can help doctors see tumors in children and young adults with various cancers, including brain tumors and sarcomas. About 503 participants will be scanned to see if the metho…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Sepsis diagnosis study withdrawn before it began
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study planned to compare a newer blood test (presepsine) with a standard one (lactate) for diagnosing severe sepsis and septic shock in emergency department patients. The goal was to see if presepsine could detect these life-threatening infections more accurately. However, t…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a DIY swab replace the pelvic exam for cervical cancer screening?
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests whether women can collect their own vaginal samples for HPV testing as accurately as a doctor's sample. It involves 750 women referred for colposcopy or cervical procedures. The goal is to see if self-collection is a reliable alternative to traditional pelvic exa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Simple blood test could spot returning throat cancer sooner
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is testing a blood test that looks for HPV DNA in the blood of people treated for HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancer. The goal is to see if the test can find cancer recurrence earlier than standard follow-up methods. About 150 participants are being followed after treat…
Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New wound scanner aims to spot hidden bacteria
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study compares a new device, cureVision cV, to an existing one (MolecuLight i:X) to see if it can accurately detect moderate to high levels of bacteria in wounds. About 100 adults with various wound types (like diabetic foot ulcers or surgical wounds) will be enrolled. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Capsicure, LLC • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New DNA test could speed up pneumonia diagnosis in ICU patients
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing a new diagnostic tool called RPIP, which uses advanced DNA sequencing to quickly identify the germs causing pneumonia and their drug resistance. The goal is to see if this method helps doctors choose the right treatment faster than current tests. The study w…
Sponsor: China Medical University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New trial aims to solve long COVID chest pain mystery
Diagnosis OngoingThis study looks at people with Long COVID who have new chest pain but no blocked arteries. It tests whether a special heart function test can guide treatment to improve symptoms and quality of life. 108 participants will be randomly assigned to either treatment guided by the tes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fundacion Investigacion Interhospitalaria Cardiovascular • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Can rewards and support keep drug users HIV-Free?
Prevention OngoingThis study tests a 24-week program called CoMPASS that uses rewards (contingency management) and extra support to help people who inject drugs take PrEP consistently for HIV prevention. About 526 participants with opioid use disorder will be enrolled. Those who don't stick with P…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Malaria vaccine trial for pregnant women launches in mali
Prevention TerminatedThis Phase 1 trial in Mali will test the safety of the PfSPZ malaria vaccine in 400 healthy pregnant women aged 18-34. Participants will receive three injections of either the vaccine or a placebo. The study will monitor both mothers and their infants for up to a year after birth…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can Youth-Led HIV testing programs last? new study aims to find out
Prevention OngoingThis study looks at how to keep a youth-friendly HIV self-testing program called 4YBY running in Nigeria. It will involve over 1,200 young people aged 14-24 who are at risk for HIV. Researchers will compare standard program delivery with an enhanced version that includes extra su…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo shot study: could VAX-31 plus flu vaccine be a Game-Changer for seniors?
Prevention OngoingThis study tests a new vaccine called VAX-31, which protects against 31 types of pneumonia-causing bacteria. It is given together with the seasonal flu shot to healthy adults aged 50 and older. The goal is to see if giving both vaccines at the same time is safe and works as well …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Vaxcyte, Inc. • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Teens take charge: student campaign aims to wipe out cervical cancer in alabama
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether a campaign designed and run by high school students can increase HPV vaccination in Chambers County, Alabama, which has the state's highest cervical cancer rate. Twenty-nine students will create and spread messages through multiple channels to encourage t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope: antiviral cocktail may block hepatitis b in newborns
Prevention OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether giving antiviral medication to pregnant women with hepatitis B and their newborns can prevent the virus from passing to the baby. The study involves 450 women and their infants in Africa. The goal is to find a safe and effective way to reduce moth…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Spray shield: new hope against radiation burns
Prevention TerminatedThis study tests whether a superoxide dismutase (SOD) spray can prevent severe radiation dermatitis (skin burns) in 140 head and neck cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy. The spray aims to neutralize free radicals that cause skin damage. If effective, it could reduce treatmen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New spray could stop radiation burns in cancer patients
Prevention TerminatedThis study tests whether a superoxide dismutase (SOD) spray can prevent severe radiation dermatitis (skin burns) in 140 head and neck cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy. The spray aims to neutralize free radicals that cause skin damage. Researchers will check patients weekly…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New study aims to boost HIV prevention in vulnerable women
Prevention OngoingThis study tests two counseling programs to help women who use drugs in Tanzania start and stay on PrEP, an HIV prevention pill. 200 women will be randomly assigned to receive either brief motivational counseling, the same plus extra mental health support, or standard information…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Yearly HIV prevention shot could change the game
Prevention OngoingThis study tests a new shot called lenacapavir, given once a year, to see if it can safely prevent HIV in people at risk. About 350 participants will receive the injection and be monitored for side effects and drug levels. If successful, this could offer a much more convenient op…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Can a Mother-Daughter workshop cut HIV rates in teen girls?
Prevention OngoingThis study tests a program called ZAIMARA that brings together adolescent girls (ages 15-19) and their mother figures for a two-day workshop. The goal is to improve communication about HIV, sexually transmitted infections, and PrEP, and to increase HIV testing and prevention. Res…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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One-Shot flu prevention? new drug aims to protect High-Risk groups all season
Prevention OngoingThis phase 3 trial is testing whether a single dose of CD388, a long-acting antiviral injection, can prevent the flu in 10,000 adults and teens at higher risk of complications. Participants receive either CD388 or a placebo and are monitored for flu-like illness over 24 weeks. Th…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Cidara Therapeutics Inc., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc. (Rahway, New Jersey USA) • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Silver shield: new dressing aims to stop C-Section infections
Prevention TerminatedThis study tests whether a special silver-containing foam bandage can prevent wound infections after cesarean delivery. About 480 women having a planned C-section will be randomly assigned to receive either the silver dressing or a standard one. Researchers will track infections …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a vaccine stop oral HPV in men with HIV?
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether the nine-valent HPV vaccine can prevent long-lasting oral HPV infections in men who have HIV. About 700 men will receive either the vaccine or a placebo. The goal is to see if the vaccine reduces new persistent infections with HPV types linked to throat c…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can reminders and education prevent cervical cancer? a new trial aims to find out.
Prevention OngoingThis trial tests whether a program that combines educational materials with electronic health record reminders can increase HPV vaccination rates among children and young adults aged 11–26 in four Appalachian states. The goal is to improve vaccine uptake and ultimately prevent ce…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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One-Stop care may boost HIV and hep c treatment in drug users
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether providing HIV prevention (PrEP) and hepatitis C treatment together at one location works better than sending patients to separate clinics. About 446 people who inject drugs will be randomly assigned to either on-site integrated care or off-site referrals …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a shot every 6 months replace daily HIV prevention pills?
Prevention OngoingThis study tests a new option for preventing HIV: a shot given under the skin every 6 months, called lenacapavir. It compares how well people stick with the shot versus taking a daily pill (Truvada). About 268 people at higher risk for HIV will take part. The goal is to see if th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could mixing HPV vaccines offer better protection?
Prevention OngoingThis study looks at whether giving girls aged 9-14 two different HPV vaccines in a sequence is safe and boosts immunity. The researchers will measure antibody levels and side effects in 400 participants. The goal is to see if this approach can improve protection against HPV, whic…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Zhejiang Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Could a meningitis shot stop the spread of gonorrhea?
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether the meningitis vaccine Bexsero can also prevent gonorrhea, a common sexually transmitted infection. About 2,600 adults aged 18-50 who are at higher risk for gonorrhea will receive either the vaccine or a placebo. Researchers will track how many get infect…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New online platform aims to boost HIV testing and care for transgender women
Prevention OngoingThis study is testing a web-based platform called Jom-TestPlus that lets transgender women in Malaysia order HIV self-test kits online and get real-time counseling. The goal is to help them quickly connect to HIV prevention or treatment services. Fifty participants will use the p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Connecticut • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New web tool aims to boost HIV prevention among men who have sex with men
Prevention OngoingThis study is testing a web-based platform called Jom-TestPlus for men who have sex with men in Malaysia. The platform offers HIV self-testing, real-time online counseling, and help connecting to prevention or treatment services. Researchers want to see if this approach increases…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Connecticut • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New monthly shot could stop COVID-19 before it starts
Prevention OngoingThis study tests a new drug called VYD2311, a monoclonal antibody that blocks the COVID-19 virus from entering cells. About 1,770 adults and teens aged 12 and older receive either VYD2311 or a placebo as a monthly shot for 3 months. The goal is to see if it safely prevents COVID-…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Invivyd, Inc. • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New antibody cocktail aims to stop rabies after multiple dog bites
Prevention OngoingThis study looks at whether a new antibody injection, called zamerovimab and mazorelvimab, combined with the standard rabies vaccine, can prevent rabies in people who have been severely bitten by a dog. The trial follows 80 adults in China for up to one year to see if they stay r…
Sponsor: Synermore Biologics (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Can a tailored program help young men overcome stigma and test for HIV on their own terms?
Prevention OngoingThis study adapts an existing HIV prevention program, Many Men Many Voices, into a version called LAFIYA for young sexual minority men living in slums in Ghana. The goal is to reduce stigma and increase the use of HIV self-testing kits. Researchers will test whether the program i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Malaria prevention in infants may strengthen immunity for years
Prevention OngoingThis Phase 3 trial in Uganda tests whether giving young children monthly malaria prevention medicine (dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine) from 8 weeks to 1 or 2 years of age helps them develop stronger immunity against malaria later. 924 children are enrolled and followed until age 4…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Grant Dorsey, M.D, Ph.D. • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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At-Home style HPV test at Walk-In clinics could boost cancer screening
Prevention ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether offering women a simple self-collection kit for HPV testing at Express Care clinics (which have evening and weekend hours) increases cervical cancer screening rates. About 500 women aged 30–63 who are overdue for screening will either receive usual care o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can a common antibiotic prevent STIs? new study tests two dosing strategies
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether taking doxycycline before potential exposure to STIs works better than taking it after exposure. 300 men who have sex with men will be randomly assigned to one of two groups and followed for 2 years. The goal is to see which approach better prevents chlam…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Rural HPV vaccine push aims to prevent cancer in kids
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether a clinic-based outreach program can help more rural parents get their children (ages 9-17) the HPV vaccine. Researchers are working with 1,455 families at community clinics in the Mountain West. The goal is to see if simple communication and engagement st…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New 9-Valent HPV vaccine aims to shield chinese women from more Cancer-Causing strains
Prevention OngoingThis phase 3 study tests a 9-valent HPV vaccine (V503) in 6,000 Chinese women aged 20-45 to see if it prevents persistent infection and cervical disease from five additional HPV types compared to the current 4-valent vaccine. Participants receive either the new vaccine or Gardasi…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New pill aims to stop chemo from stealing hearing
Prevention TerminatedThis study was designed to test whether an oral drug called SPI-1005 could prevent hearing loss and ringing in the ears caused by platinum-based chemotherapy. It was planned for adults with advanced lung or head and neck cancer. The study was withdrawn before enrolling any partic…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sound Pharmaceuticals, Incorporated • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New app could bridge the gap between HIV Self-Testing and PrEP access
Prevention ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing a mobile-friendly app called DASH that provides information and guidance about PrEP (a daily pill that prevents HIV) to people who have used an HIV self-test kit. The app helps users explore their values and make informed decisions about starting PrEP, with …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Phone buddies fight HIV: new study tests peer navigator app for young women in zambia
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether trained peer navigators, connecting with students through a mobile health app, can increase the use of HIV prevention pills (PrEP) and contraception among sexually active female university students aged 18-24 in Zambia. 324 participants will be randomly a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Probiotic pill may stop recurrent strep throat in children
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether a specially designed probiotic, Streptococcus salivarius eK12, can prevent repeated strep throat infections in children aged 3 to 10. The probiotic is given as a daily supplement and aims to crowd out the harmful bacteria without antibiotics. Researchers …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New study aims to close TB prevention gaps for HIV patients
Prevention OngoingThis study looks at better ways to find and prevent tuberculosis (TB) in people living with HIV. Researchers will test a new screening method and offer patients a choice of TB preventive medicines with extra support like text reminders. The goal is to improve TB detection and hel…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Banking on health: savings accounts may cut HIV risk in kenyan men
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether offering lottery-based rewards for saving money can help Kenyan men reduce behaviors that raise their risk for HIV and other STIs. About 1,500 men aged 18-39 who drink alcohol and have paid for sex in the past will be split into two groups. One group gets…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Mpox vaccine trial targets HIV-Positive adults in DRC
Prevention OngoingThis study is testing whether the MVA-BN mpox vaccine is safe and triggers a strong immune response in 600 adults living with HIV in Kinshasa, DRC. Participants receive two vaccine doses 28 days apart and are grouped by their CD4 count. The goal is to see if the vaccine works wel…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Institute of Tropical Medicine, Belgium • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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COVID-19 prevention study in kidney patients pulled before it began
Prevention TerminatedThis study aimed to see if hydroxychloroquine could prevent COVID-19 hospitalizations in adults on dialysis for kidney failure. It was designed as a randomized trial but was withdrawn before enrolling any participants. No results are available.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Nicholas Carlson • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New therapy aims to ease long COVID symptoms
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a type of talking therapy called Balance ACT for people with long COVID. The therapy uses mindfulness and goal-setting to help manage symptoms like fatigue and sleep problems. 196 adults with long COVID will either get the therapy or a self-help leaflet. The main…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King's College London • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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GP training may ease long COVID burden
Symptom relief TerminatedThis trial tests whether training general practitioners to better manage persistent symptoms after COVID-19 can improve patients' quality of life. Adults with at least two long COVID symptoms (like fatigue, breathlessness, or brain fog) lasting over two months will be enrolled. T…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can adding a simple skin snip boost cellulite treatment?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether freezing fat cells (cryolipolysis) works better for cellulite when combined with a minor procedure that cuts the fibrous bands pulling down the skin (subcision). Fifteen healthy women with moderate to severe cellulite on both outer thighs will receive one…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Deep breaths and calm minds: a new study for stressed healthcare workers
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether breathing techniques and meditation can help healthcare workers at MD Anderson Cancer Center reduce stress and improve lung health during the COVID-19 pandemic. One hundred participants will learn these techniques through videos and practice them at home.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a phone app tame workplace burnout for officers working with troubled youth?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a smartphone app called AIM+ can help juvenile justice officers and other professionals who work with youth in the legal system manage chronic stress, anxiety, and burnout. Over 30 days, participants use the app for short guided meditations and videos. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple stress program help teens with HIV in eswatini?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a program called PRISM that teaches teens with HIV how to manage stress, set goals, and build resilience. It involves three one-on-one sessions with a nurse. The goal is to see if the program is feasible and acceptable, and whether it reduces psychological distre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Eswatini Nazarene Health Institutions • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can talk therapy ease the mental burden of HIV? new study tests two approaches
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares two types of talk therapy—Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)—for HIV/AIDS patients experiencing psychological distress. 72 adults on antiretroviral therapy will receive 8 weekly sessions of either therapy or standard…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sadia Batool • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could an immune treatment ease long COVID brain fog?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a treatment called IVIG (intravenous immunoglobulin) can help with ongoing neurological symptoms after COVID-19, like dizziness, trouble walking, or memory problems. About 45 adults who had COVID-19 at least 12 weeks ago will receive either IVIG or a plac…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Flu drug trial pulled before it even started
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study planned to test a single IV dose of peramivir against placebo in teens and adults with uncomplicated flu. The goal was to see if it could shorten flu symptoms like cough, sore throat, and fever. However, the trial was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: BioCryst Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can walking with a buddy help women with HIV and hypertension?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether a program that combines physical activity with support from a peer is acceptable and practical for women living with both HIV and high blood pressure. About 50 women aged 40 and older will take part. The goal is to see if women stick with the program a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Wrestlers try Beta-Alanine to boost performance and fight fatigue
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether taking beta-alanine, a common supplement, can help wrestlers perform better and feel less muscle fatigue during two days of simulated matches. Sixteen healthy wrestlers aged 12 to 25 will take the supplement and then do wrestling drills to measure thei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: China Medical University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Chill or zap? new study tests cold and laser to cut root canal pain
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether using cold or laser-activated fluids during a root canal can reduce pain and kill more bacteria than standard treatment. Sixty adults with an infected lower molar will receive one of four rinses: room-temperature, cold, heated, or laser-activated sodium h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Future University in Egypt • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Sauerkraut and kimchi: a surprising remedy for long COVID?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis Mayo Clinic study is testing whether eating fermented foods like yogurt, kimchi, and sauerkraut can improve gut microbiome diversity in people with long COVID. Forty adults with long COVID symptoms will either add fermented foods to their diet or continue as usual. Researche…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Mindfulness refresher: could 30 minutes a week beat staff burnout?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether an 8-week mindfulness booster course (30-minute weekly sessions) can reduce stress in 186 UK healthcare staff who have already completed a mindfulness course. Participants are randomly assigned to the booster or usual care, and they fill out stress questi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Canterbury Christ Church University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Gut-Healing diet may boost recovery after critical illness
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a diet rich in fermented foods (like yogurt and kimchi) is tolerable and can improve quality of life for survivors of critical illness, including severe COVID-19. The goal is to help restore gut health and reduce inflammation. The study involves 40 partic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Liver shield: nutrient may prevent chemo side effect in young leukemia patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether adding levocarnitine, a natural nutrient, to standard chemotherapy can prevent severe liver damage in teens and young adults (ages 15-39) with leukemia or lymphoma. About 440 participants will receive either chemotherapy alone or chemotherapy plus levocar…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Children's Oncology Group • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Could this pill clear long COVID brain fog? new trial begins
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a drug called bezisterim (NE3107) in 203 adults with long COVID who struggle with brain fog and fatigue. Participants take either the drug or a placebo twice daily for 84 days, and researchers measure changes in thinking, memory, and energy levels. The goal is to…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BioVie Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can 'Microdosing' mindfulness ease long COVID's emotional toll?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing a short, online mindfulness program for people still suffering from long COVID symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, and pain. The program includes four training sessions and daily 'microdoses' of mindfulness activities. Researchers want to see if this approach …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Brain training shows promise for long COVID brain fog in seniors
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether computerized brain-training exercises can help older adults (age 60+) who have Long COVID with thinking problems, mood, and daily life. Researchers will check if the program is easy to use and if people stick with it. The goal is to gather early evid…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UConn Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Can a Web-Based program help aging women with HIV feel better and stay in care?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tests ORCHID, an online skills-building program designed to improve mental health and reduce the risk of dropping out of care for aging women with HIV who also have HPV. The program includes 8 online sessions and optional meetings with a navigator. The study aims to se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Could a cheap gout pill soothe radiation burns?
Symptom relief OngoingThis early-stage study tests whether a low dose of colchicine, a medicine usually used for gout, can safely reduce skin redness and pain caused by radiation therapy in people with head and neck cancer. About 30 participants take one pill daily during their radiation treatment. Th…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Cancer patients with COVID-19: new study tracks their journey
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows nearly 1,900 cancer patients who tested positive for COVID-19. Researchers collect blood samples, medical records, and images to see how the virus impacts their cancer treatment and overall health. The goal is to learn which factors make COVID-19 more severe in…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive NCI study tracks thousands of cancer patients receiving standard care
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study enrolls up to 10,000 cancer patients at the National Cancer Institute who are not on an active treatment research protocol. Participants receive standard medical care, including lab tests and scans, while researchers collect their health information to build a data rep…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HPV Vaccine's Long-Term effects under the microscope in costa rica
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows over 8,600 women in Costa Rica who received the HPV vaccine (types 16 and 18) years ago, plus unvaccinated controls, to see how well the vaccine protects over time. Researchers are checking for cervical lesions, immune markers, and any increase in infections fr…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mystery infections in healthy people: scientists investigate
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at HIV-negative people who get opportunistic infections—illnesses that usually only affect those with weak immune systems. Researchers want to find out if these patients have unusual antibodies that block a key immune signal. Up to 224 adults in Thailand and Taiw…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists dig into tissue samples to unravel lung scarring mystery
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study collects and analyzes blood, DNA, and tissue samples from 315 adults with pulmonary fibrosis, their relatives, and healthy volunteers. The goal is to learn more about the disease's causes, not to test a new treatment. Researchers hope the findings will guide future the…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Laser light may reveal secrets of skin elasticity
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study explores how low-level laser therapy (LLLT) affects skin stiffness and thickness. Researchers will use a special imaging system to track tiny skin movements in 20 healthy adults. The goal is to find the best laser settings for future wound healing treatments.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Asia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test aims to unmask hidden TB infections before they turn deadly
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study investigates whether a blood test can detect the bacteria that cause tuberculosis (TB) in people with active TB and their asymptomatic household contacts. Researchers in Uganda will use several methods, including a DNA-based test, to look for TB bacteria in blood sampl…
Sponsor: Queen Mary University of London • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain scans reveal secrets of lost smell
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tracks 80 adults with different smell disorders (like total loss, partial loss, or distorted smell) plus healthy volunteers over one year. Researchers use brain scans, smell tests, and questionnaires to see how the brain changes and how smell loss impacts mood and dail…
Sponsor: National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists watch HIV hideouts during suppression therapy
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at HIV-infected adults who have been on antiretroviral therapy for a long time and have very low virus levels. Researchers want to see if the virus stays stable or changes over time. Participants visit the clinic every six months for blood tests and a special whi…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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COVID-19's hidden toll on black women: new study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study asks over 1,600 African American women aged 23-35 about their experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. Participants fill out a short online or paper survey covering infection, vaccination, childcare, job loss, and emotional stress. The goal is to understand how the pa…
Sponsor: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Jail-Based program aims to boost HIV testing and PrEP access for incarcerated individuals
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study examines a program in two Boston-area jails designed to make HIV testing and treatment easier for people with opioid use disorder. Researchers will follow about 59 participants who are leaving jail within a month to see if they use HIV services, get tested, or take PrE…
Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New tool aims to measure Kids' GVHD symptoms more accurately
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to create a symptom questionnaire specifically for children and teens living with chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD) after a stem cell transplant. Current symptom scales are designed for adults, but children may describe their symptoms differently. Research…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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10-Year hepatitis study aims to unlock secrets of liver disease
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows people with chronic hepatitis B or C for up to 10 years to track how the disease changes over time. A smaller group with hepatitis B will receive the drug tenofovir alafenamide for 2 years to see if it reduces liver stiffness. Participants provide blood samples…
Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual peer mentoring aims to boost cervical cancer screening in ethiopian HIV clinics
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a virtual training and peer-mentoring program called Project ECHO can help healthcare providers in Ethiopia improve cervical cancer screening and treatment for women living with HIV. The program focuses on using HPV self-sampling, a simpler screening meth…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Albert Einstein College of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI toolkit aims to speed up epidemic response for diseases like COVID-19 and mpox
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a new AI-powered toolkit designed to help public health officials at local CDC offices respond more quickly to emerging infectious diseases such as COVID-19, mpox, influenza, and dengue. The toolkit combines data analysis, risk assessment, decision support, and e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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22,000 patients studied to unlock secrets of deadly heart infection
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis observational study looks back at 22,000 adults in Sweden diagnosed with infective endocarditis, a serious heart valve infection, since 1997. By linking national health records, researchers aim to understand which patients benefit most from valve surgery and what factors aff…
Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New ibuzatrelvir tablet put to the test in healthy volunteers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis early-stage study is testing a new tablet version of the COVID-19 drug ibuzatrelvir in 18 healthy adults. Researchers want to see how much of the drug gets into the blood when taken as a whole tablet, dispersed in water, or with food. The goal is to compare the new tablet to…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could HIV and age weaken vaccine protection? study investigates
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how HIV infection and aging impact the body's response to the Prevnar 13 vaccine, which protects against pneumococcal bacteria. Researchers will measure antibody levels in the lungs, nasal passages, and blood of participants aged 21-45 or 55-75, comparing thos…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cured of hepatitis c? this study follows patients for 10 years to see what happens next
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 121 adults who have been cured of chronic hepatitis C to understand why some still develop liver complications like scarring or cancer. Participants are monitored for up to 10 years with regular tests, scans, and occasional liver biopsies. The goal is to learn …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Do COVID-Unit caregivers face higher infection risk? study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study investigates whether hospital caregivers working in COVID-19 patient areas are more likely to get infected than those in non-COVID areas. Researchers will take blood samples from participants on day 0, day 15, and day 30 to check for antibodies that signal past infecti…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Doctor training aims to boost vaccine rates
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether training primary care providers on how to talk to patients about vaccines can increase flu and COVID-19 vaccination rates. Over 24,500 patients and their doctors at multiple clinics will take part. Doctors in some clinics will receive special communicatio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Worcester • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues in the blood to predict lung fibrosis outcomes
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks for biological markers in blood and lung samples from people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and other interstitial lung diseases. The goal is to find markers that can predict how the disease will progress and to group patients into subtypes. Researchers…
Sponsor: University of Edinburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Genetic test could shorten hospital stays for fungal infection patients
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study explores whether a genetic test (CYP2C19) can help doctors choose the right dose of the antifungal drug voriconazole more quickly. Patients starting voriconazole for an infection will give a blood sample for genotyping. The goal is to see if this personalized dosing re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to improve cervical cancer monitoring for HIV-Positive women
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis observational study follows 168 women living with HIV in Zimbabwe who have been treated for cervical pre-cancer. Researchers want to learn how often the disease comes back and whether HPV or DNA tests can predict recurrence. Participants will be monitored every six months fo…
Sponsor: University of Bern • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a more intense chemo regimen beat aggressive lymphoma?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks back at medical records of 500 adults with aggressive B-cell lymphoma that has a MYC gene change. Researchers want to see if a stronger chemotherapy plan called CARMEN leads to better survival and remission rates compared to other treatments. Since it's a review …
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists compare immune responses to viral and bacterial infections in ICU patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how the immune system of patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) responds to severe infections caused by viruses or bacteria. Researchers will take extra blood samples from 38 adults to analyze immature granulocytes, a type of immune cell. The goal is to see…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ultrasound peek at lungs after COVID: small study, big questions
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis pilot study tracks 24 adults who were hospitalized for COVID-19. Researchers use diaphragm ultrasound to see how well the main breathing muscle works 3 and 6 months after leaving the hospital. The goal is to describe long-term breathing changes, not to test a treatment.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Do vaccines still work during lymphoma treatment? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tracks 56 follicular lymphoma patients to see how long their COVID-19 and other vaccine immunity lasts while they receive chemotherapy and maintenance therapy. Researchers will collect blood samples at several time points to measure immune responses. The goal is to und…
Sponsor: Fondazione Italiana Linfomi - ETS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists probe immune cell exhaustion in hepatitis b
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection affects natural killer (NK) cells, which are key immune cells that fight infections. Researchers will collect blood samples from 80 people with HBV and compare them to healthy donors. The goal is to understand why …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive UK study tracks cancer after organ transplants
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at why people who have had an organ transplant are more likely to get cancer. Researchers will combine existing health records from over 85,000 transplant patients in England to track cancer cases and deaths. The goal is to better understand risks and improve car…
Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Parenting program aims to boost health in latino kids
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests if a special parenting program (Attachment Biobehavioral Catch-Up) can help low-income Latino children have fewer common illnesses, better sleep, and healthier weight. About 260 mothers and their 9-month-old babies will take part. The program focuses on strengthe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a One-Page guide spark better End-of-Life talks for dementia patients?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a short guide called the 'Jumpstart Guide' to help doctors have better conversations with dementia patients and their families about healthcare goals. Over 1,800 patients and their caregivers are taking part. Researchers will compare whether those whose doctors u…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Hepatitis b breakthrough? study checks if bepirovirsen response lasts
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows about 360 people with chronic hepatitis B who had a good response to the experimental drug bepirovirsen in earlier trials. No new drug is given; researchers simply monitor whether the response lasts over time. Participants may or may not continue standard antiv…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Biomarkers may reveal who recovers from Work-Related asthma
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study investigates whether T2 biomarkers, measured in sputum, can predict which people with occupational asthma will go into remission after stopping exposure to workplace triggers. Only about 30% of patients currently recover, and there is no way to predict who will. Resear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New blood test aims to catch lung transplant problems early
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing a blood test called AlloSure Lung in 550 lung transplant patients. The test looks for DNA from the donor lung in the patient's blood, which could signal rejection or infection. Researchers want to see how accurate the test is compared to standard monitoring.…
Sponsor: CareDx • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Simple antibody test may detect hidden HIV resurgence
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a rapid HIV antibody test can detect when the virus rebounds in people taking antiretroviral therapy (ART). Researchers will analyze stored blood samples from 6100 HIV-positive individuals in the US and sub-Saharan Africa. They will compare antibody le…
Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Acne antibiotic Couldn't be tested for COVID: study withdrawn
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if the antibiotic doxycycline could protect people from severe COVID-19. Researchers planned to analyze health records of patients who took doxycycline for acne during the pandemic. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no …
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could 'Zombie Cells' be behind long COVID? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study examines whether senescent cells—sometimes called 'zombie cells' that accumulate with age—contribute to Long-Hauler Syndrome, a condition where COVID-19 symptoms persist long after the initial infection. Researchers at Mayo Clinic will compare markers of cellular aging…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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ECMO Patients' hidden infection risk under the microscope
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 200 adults on ECMO (a heart-lung machine) for severe breathing problems. Researchers track how many get hospital-acquired infections and measure antibiotic levels in their blood and lungs. The goal is to learn more about infections and drug dosing in these crit…
Sponsor: Policlinico Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic clues in rare blood disorders
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at the genetic makeup of rare blood diseases like Castleman disease and Langerhans cell histiocytosis. Researchers will analyze blood or tissue samples from 135 participants to find genetic changes that could be targeted by existing or experimental therapies. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Scientists hunt for blood cancer clues in patient samples
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study collects blood and bone marrow samples from up to 550 people with blood cancers like leukemia, lymphoma, and myelodysplastic syndrome. Researchers will study the cells, genes, and proteins in these samples to better understand how these cancers develop and to find new …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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HIV treatment showdown: could simpler drug regimens reduce inflammation?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at HIV patients over 40 (or those on HIV therapy for over 10 years) who switched to either a three-drug or a two-drug antiretroviral regimen. Researchers will measure markers of inflammation in the blood and track how many patients develop other health conditions…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Can a simple tech tool boost HIV prevention awareness for women?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a strategy called EMPOWER that uses patient portals to send women educational materials about PrEP (medication that prevents HIV) and lets them easily schedule a doctor visit if interested. The goal is to see if this approach improves women's knowledge about PrEP…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New digital tool aims to tackle stigma in HIV care
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a new digital tool called INCLUDE, designed to help clinics in Nepal identify and reduce stigma faced by people living with HIV. The tool includes a stigma assessment, a dashboard linking stigma to care data, and a library of stigma-reduction activities. Research…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Possible • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Stool sample may predict survival in ICU patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether measuring lactate in stool can help doctors predict how well critically ill patients with low blood flow will respond to treatment. About 40 adults in the ICU will provide a stool sample within 24 hours of admission. Researchers will check if high stoo…
Sponsor: Hospital H+ Queretaro • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Hidden sleep danger for hodgkin survivors: study investigates
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study examines how common obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is in adult survivors of Hodgkin lymphoma who received chest radiation. Researchers will compare 220 survivors to matched controls using sleep tests, brain scans, and heart assessments. The goal is to understand links b…
Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Ultrasound for all: 9,000-Patient trial tests quicker hospital stays
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether using a simple bedside ultrasound exam on all hospitalized patients can shorten their hospital stay. Researchers will check the heart, kidneys, liver, and lungs for common problems. The goal is to see if this routine check helps doctors make faster dec…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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COVID-19 survivors tracked for 3 years to uncover hidden health impacts
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 583 adults who recovered from COVID-19 or were close contacts. Researchers will track their health, mental well-being, and immune responses over 3 years to understand long-term effects and whether prior infection prevents reinfection. Participants undergo regul…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Childhood cancer survivors show signs of premature aging
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows over 1,500 young adult survivors of childhood cancers like leukemia, brain tumors, and Hodgkin lymphoma to see how frailty—a measure of physical weakness and vulnerability—changes over five years. Researchers want to know if frailty can predict future chronic h…
Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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HIV reservoir study withdrawn before starting
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to see if the drug raltegravir could reduce hidden HIV in immune cells (lymphocytes and monocytes) in people with HIV who already had undetectable virus levels. It planned to enroll adults aged 18-60 with well-controlled HIV. However, the study was withdra…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Special camera peers inside airways to reveal COVID-19's effect on lung blood vessels
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses a special bronchoscopy technique called narrow band imaging to look at blood vessel patterns in the airways of people with COVID-19. Researchers will compare images from three groups: patients with COVID-19, patients with other lung infections, and patients with l…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria mystery: 200 patients to help uncover hidden cause of stomach pain
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at 200 people with ongoing stomach discomfort (functional dyspepsia) to find out how often they have small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). Researchers will compare two methods—growing bacteria in a lab and DNA testing—to identify which germs are present. …
Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Well water worries: UV filters tested to protect kids from diarrhea
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether using a UV light filter on private well water can lower the chance of stomach infections in children under 5. About 900 families in Pennsylvania and New Jersey will either get a working UV filter or a fake one. Researchers will track how often kids get…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Temple University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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COVID-19's hidden toll on liver cancer patients revealed
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how COVID-19 impacts people with hepatocellular carcinoma, a type of liver cancer. Researchers will track infection rates and see how the virus affects liver function, cancer treatment, and overall health. About 23 participants from a French national liver can…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Gene analysis may unlock secrets of bone marrow transplant complication
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study examines tissue samples from patients who developed graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) after a stem cell transplant. Researchers use a technology called nCounter to measure the activity of 800 immune-related genes in these samples. The goal is to identify a unique molecu…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden genes behind family blood cancer clusters
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis long-term study looks at people and families with a higher chance of developing blood or lymph node cancers like leukemia or lymphoma. Researchers collect medical histories, genetic samples, and sometimes perform exams to find inherited genes or environmental triggers. The g…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Aging immune systems under the microscope: new study tracks COVID antibodies in nursing homes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 98 elderly residents in French nursing homes to see how long their COVID-19 antibodies last. Researchers will also measure immune markers linked to aging to understand why some older people have weaker immune responses. The goal is to learn how to better protec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can the liver heal itself? new study tracks unexpected recovery in cirrhosis patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at 300 patients with advanced liver scarring (cirrhosis) caused by hepatitis B or alcohol who have shown signs of getting better. Researchers want to understand what predicts this improvement and how long it lasts. The goal is to create clearer guidelines for whe…
Sponsor: Third Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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HIV cure hunt: patients stop meds to see if virus returns
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study checks if some people with HIV might be cured. Ten patients who have had undetectable HIV for at least 6 months will stop their antiretroviral therapy under close medical supervision. Doctors will watch for the virus to come back. The goal is to see if the infection is…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Blood markers could spot hidden skin cancer return
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 35 people with Merkel cell carcinoma, a rare and aggressive skin cancer, to see if two blood markers (T-antigen antibodies and miR-375) can detect when the cancer comes back. Currently, follow-up relies on physical exams and scans, which may miss early recurren…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Breathing in xenon: a new MRI scan to see lung damage?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study at Duke University tests whether a special MRI scan using inhaled xenon gas can detect changes in lung function over time in people with progressive pulmonary fibrosis. Sixty adults with various types of lung scarring will have MRI scans before starting anti-fibrotic m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Mpox vaccine immune response under the microscope in DRC
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 300 adults in the Democratic Republic of the Congo who received either the MVA-BN or LC16m8 mpox vaccine as part of a national campaign. Researchers collect blood samples at several time points to measure how well the vaccines trigger and maintain antibodies ag…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Institute of Tropical Medicine, Belgium • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Which catheter method reduces Post-Birth bladder problems?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at 300 pregnant women who have an epidural during labor. It compares leaving a catheter in place all the time versus inserting and removing it every few hours. The goal is to see which method leads to fewer bladder issues and infections after giving birth.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Logbook study for stem cell patients pulled before start
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis pilot study aimed to see if giving a logbook to patients hospitalized for a stem cell transplant could help reduce feelings of isolation and psychological stress. The study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available. It was planned at the Un…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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French ICU study reveals COVID-19 patient outcomes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tracked 81 critically ill COVID-19 patients admitted to a French intensive care unit. Researchers compared factors like age, medical history, and treatments to understand who becomes severely ill. The goal is to improve care for future patients.
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New tool could predict who will suffer from steroid side effects
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to create a tool that predicts which patients with inflammatory rheumatic diseases (like rheumatoid arthritis, vasculitis, or polymyalgia rheumatica) will develop serious side effects from long-term steroid use. Researchers will collect routine medical data—such a…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Withdrawn HIV stigma study aimed to help young gay men in ghana slums
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study planned to test a program called Lafiya (meaning 'Wellness') designed to reduce stigma and discrimination faced by young gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men living in Ghanaian slums. The goal was to see if the program could increase HIV testing, use of P…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Scientists watch EBV wake up in healthy young people
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows about 100 healthy adults aged 18 to 29 who have had Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) in the past. Researchers collect blood and saliva samples over 6 to 12 months to see when the virus becomes active again and how the immune system responds. No treatments or vaccines a…
Sponsor: Sanofi Pasteur, a Sanofi Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Scientists sniff out virus spread with home air monitors
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at whether air samplers placed in homes can detect viruses that cause colds and flu, and how that compares to standard nasal swabs. About 422 students and their families will participate. The goal is to better understand how respiratory viruses spread through hou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Pandemic's hidden toll: frailty rises in liver transplant hopefuls
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study examines whether the COVID-19 pandemic increased frailty and muscle loss (sarcopenia) in people waiting for a liver transplant. Researchers will compare data from 208 patients assessed before and during the pandemic. The goal is to understand how the pandemic affected …
Sponsor: Methodist Health System • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Stress and the scale: new study tracks how worry shapes Kids' waistlines
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 300 families with children aged 2 to 6 years over three years to understand how ongoing stress might lead to weight gain. Researchers will measure stress hormones and behaviors to see what role they play. The goal is to learn, not to test a treatment, so no new…
Sponsor: University of Guelph • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Furry friends fight gut bugs: study tests if pets shield against antibiotic side effects
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether having close contact with pets can help keep your gut healthy while taking antibiotics and lower the risk of a serious infection called C. difficile. Researchers will follow 200 adults getting dental implants who need antibiotics, checking their gut ba…
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Protein power: could a High-Protein diet get pneumonia patients off ventilators faster?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a high-protein diet helps patients on breathing machines with severe pneumonia recover faster. Researchers will compare patients getting a high-protein diet to those on a standard-protein diet, tracking how long they need the ventilator and whether the…
Sponsor: Fayoum University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Remote monitoring for COVID-19 in nursing homes: study withdrawn
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study planned to test telemonitoring for older adults (75+) in nursing homes with confirmed or probable COVID-19. The goal was to see if remote monitoring could improve healthcare management and reduce deaths within 30 days. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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AI eye on lungs: new scan test could spot severity of breathing failure
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing whether a computer can automatically measure how much lung tissue is damaged in patients with severe breathing problems from COVID-19 or after surgery. Researchers will compare the computer's lung measurements to standard severity scores in 500 patients. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Scientists track germs in hospital patients to stop superbug spread
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how the bacteria and fungi living in and on our bodies change when someone stays in the hospital. Researchers will take swabs and samples from 250 patients aged 2 and older during their hospital stay and follow-up visits. The goal is to learn which germs sprea…
Sponsor: National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New study reveals hidden toll of COVID-19 on black and latino new yorkers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 1,520 mostly Black and Latino individuals and their households who had COVID-19 in New York City. Researchers will use surveys and medical records to track long-term health problems, and for 500 hospitalized patients, they will collect nasal swabs and blood sam…
Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Pee test could spot TB patients skipping meds
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study in India will test a low-cost urine check (IsoScreen) on 900 adults being treated for tuberculosis. The test detects whether they have taken their medication recently. Researchers want to see if the test can reliably find people who are missing doses, so that doctors c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tufts University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Scientists dig deeper into childhood lymphoma to improve future care
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at the biology of B-cell lymphoma in children and teens to better understand the disease and long-term effects of treatment. About 128 participants will provide tumor and blood samples for genetic analysis. The goal is not to test a new drug, but to gather knowle…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Veteran peers lead fight against opioid overdose
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a program where veteran peer workers provide education, healthcare navigation, and social support to 150 veterans with opioid use disorder who are not connected to VA healthcare. The goal is to reduce risky behaviors related to overdose and HIV/HCV infection. Res…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: New York University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New program aims to ease HIV stigma for expectant mothers in ghana
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study adapts an existing stigma-reduction program specifically for pregnant and postpartum women living with HIV in Ghana. Researchers will interview 30 women and 20 providers to understand their experiences, then work with stakeholders to tailor the program. Finally, 90 pre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Home HIV test study pulled before it even started
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis pilot study aimed to see if a home viral load test (TASSO device) is accurate and easy to use for people starting HIV treatment or trying to lower a high viral load. Participants would have collected samples at home and in the clinic. However, the study was withdrawn before …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Luis Montaner • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Hospital alarms may be doing more harm than good — study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether hospitals can safely reduce the use of fall prevention alarms. About 300 hospital staff and units will try different strategies like education and feedback to see if they can lower alarm use without increasing patient falls. The goal is to improve pati…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Lung transplant patients followed for years to uncover Long-Term health secrets
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 4,000 people who have had a lung transplant to see how their lungs and overall health change over many years. Researchers will collect data from clinic visits, lung function tests, and surveys about daily activities and quality of life. The goal is to better un…
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Hidden bone loss: HIV and cancer patients under the scanner
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at why people with HIV and certain cancers caused by KSHV (Kaposi sarcoma herpesvirus) may lose bone density faster. Researchers will review past CT scans and health records from 40 adults treated at the NIH between 2005 and 2020. The goal is to find factors link…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New study to track severe joint infections in ICU patients
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at patients in intensive care who have an infection in a joint replacement (like a hip or knee). Researchers want to understand their care path, recovery, and survival over two years. The study will collect data from medical records and phone calls with patients …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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HIV antibody study sees if virus stays away after pills stop
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether a combination of two anti-HIV antibodies can keep the virus under control after people stop their daily HIV medications. Researchers will compare people who received the antibodies in a previous study to those who got a placebo. Participants will pause…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Scientists decode genetic clues linking stomach bug to cancer
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at genetic changes in people with H. pylori infection or stomach cancer to understand how the infection can lead to cancer. Researchers will analyze tissue samples from 110 adults undergoing endoscopy. The goal is to find early warning signs and possible ways to …
Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New ultrasound technique could improve breast reconstruction after radiation
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study uses a special ultrasound technique to monitor blood flow in the breast skin of women who have had a mastectomy and radiation therapy. Researchers want to see how fat grafting affects blood supply. Fifteen women who are already scheduled for breast reconstruction will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Brazilian study investigates why some HIV patients fail key drug combo
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tracks 2,500 people with HIV in Brazil who are taking a common first-line treatment (tenofovir/lamivudine and dolutegravir) to see why some develop drug resistance. Researchers will test blood samples from those whose viral load remains detectable to look for resistanc…
Sponsor: Federal University of São Paulo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can ultrasound guide septic shock treatment? experts weigh in
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study gathers 35-50 international critical care experts to agree on how to classify and manage septic shock using point-of-care ultrasound. The goal is to create consensus statements that could help personalize treatment. No patients are enrolled; instead, experts complete s…
Sponsor: Albany Medical College • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Brain training for HIV patients: a new hope for sharper thinking?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if personalized computer-based brain exercises could improve thinking skills in adults with HIV who have mild memory or attention problems. Researchers planned to enroll 120 people aged 40 and older, giving half of them training focused on their weakest me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Autopsy study aims to uncover secrets of long COVID
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study examines tissue from people who died after a COVID-19 infection to understand why some develop Long COVID. Researchers will look for signs of inflammation, scarring, blood clots, and tissue death in the body. The goal is to learn more about the long-term effects of the…
Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can a simple blood test predict skin cancer outcomes?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at blood samples from 20 adults with melanoma or other skin cancers to see if certain markers in the blood can predict how well treatment works or how long someone lives. Researchers will compare these markers to standard measures like tumor response and survival…
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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HIV study seeks clues to brain aging in Long-Term survivors
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 298 older adults with HIV in Zambia to compare brain health between those who have had HIV for a long time (7+ years) and those with a shorter infection (1-2 years). Researchers will track memory, thinking, mental health, frailty, and nerve health over 6 years.…
Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can a simple test strip save lives? ohio study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether teaching people who use drugs how to use fentanyl test strips can help prevent overdoses. About 2,400 adults in Ohio will take part at Project DAWN sites. Some will get the test strip education, while others will just get the usual overdose prevention …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nationwide Children's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New database aims to speed up FMT research for gut infections
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study screens adults interested in fecal microbiota transplant (FMT) for Clostridium difficile infection. Researchers will collect medical information and run basic health tests to create a database of potential participants. The goal is to make it faster and easier to enrol…
Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New registry monitors heart transplant patients for better rejection detection
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows over 2,700 heart transplant recipients to see how well HeartCare testing services work in routine care. Researchers will track whether patients develop certain antibodies that may signal rejection. The goal is to understand if regular monitoring helps catch pro…
Sponsor: CareDx • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Blood tests could personalize TB dosing to boost success and cut harm
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is tracking over 2,200 tuberculosis patients to see how the amount of TB drugs in their blood relates to how well the treatment works and whether they have side effects. By measuring drug levels, researchers hope to find ways to adjust doses for each person, especially…
Sponsor: Beijing Chest Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Brain blood flow study in septic shock patients withdrawn before starting
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to measure brain blood flow and oxygen levels in critically ill patients with septic shock, and to see how common treatments like fluids and blood transfusions affect them. The researchers planned to use ultrasound to monitor blood flow in the brain. However, the…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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What happens to severe COVID-19 survivors after the ICU?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 90 people who survived severe COVID-19 pneumonia and needed intensive care. Researchers will check their physical health, mental health, and quality of life at 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, and 5 years after leaving the ICU. The goal is to better understand the l…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Scientists create COVID-19 biobank to unlock disease secrets
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study collects blood samples and medical information from 201 adults diagnosed with COVID-19. The goal is to create a resource that researchers can use to study the virus and improve understanding of the disease. Participants provide samples and allow their health data to be…
Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Malaysia monitors QDENGA vaccine safety in 2,000 people
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tracks side effects and severe dengue cases in 2,000 people who already got the QDENGA dengue vaccine in Malaysia. No new vaccine is given—researchers simply collect health data from participants. The goal is to understand real-world safety and whether vaccinated peopl…
Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Kidney function may affect hepatitis b drug levels
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study gives a single dose of bepirovirsen to 32 adults with hepatitis B, some with kidney disease and some healthy. Researchers measure how much drug gets into the blood and how long it stays. The goal is to see if kidney problems change drug levels, which could affect futur…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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COVID infection study in hospital staff withdrawn before start
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to track how many healthcare workers at Lille University Hospital caught COVID-19 over 10 weeks. Researchers planned to test 100 workers every two weeks using nasal swabs and blood tests, along with questionnaires about their work and home exposures. The g…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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COVID vaccine clot study scrapped before start
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to collect medical information from people who developed unusual blood clots within four weeks of receiving a COVID-19 vaccine. The goal was to better understand any possible link between the vaccine and these rare events. However, the study was withdrawn before …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Study on COVID-19 and metabolic disorders pulled before it began
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to track how COVID-19 infection might worsen the condition of people with inherited metabolic diseases (IMD). Researchers planned to collect information from French patients with IMD who had or had COVID-19 to see how often their metabolic disease got wors…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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One shot enough? thai kids' hepatitis a immunity tested years later
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 60 healthy Thai children and teens who received a single dose of a live-attenuated hepatitis A vaccine about a year ago. Researchers want to see how many still have protective antibodies and at what levels. The goal is to understand long-term immunity and help …
Sponsor: Chiang Mai University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Kidney transplant patients' immune response to common virus tracked after drug switch
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 28 kidney transplant recipients who are switching from one anti-rejection drug (anticalcineurin) to another (belatacept). Researchers want to see how this change affects the immune system's ability to fight the common CMV virus. Participants will have blood tes…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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COVID ventilator infection study pulled before start
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to compare how often patients with severe COVID-19 developed lung infections while on a ventilator during the first and second waves of the pandemic. It was an observational study that would have looked back at patient records across European ICUs. However…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Scientists launch biobank to study COVID-19 recovery
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is creating a biobank of blood samples and health data from 100 people who have recovered from COVID-19. Researchers will use this information to better understand recovery and long-term effects. No new treatments are being tested; the goal is to provide resources for …
Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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PPE vs video: which makes patients feel more cared for?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether cancer patients feel their doctors show more empathy during in-person visits with protective gear (PPE) or during video calls without it. About 107 adults from MD Anderson's emergency center will share their views after a conversation with their doctor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New study tracks RSV in pregnant women and their babies
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 300 pregnant women who had respiratory infections to see if RSV can pass from mother to baby before birth. Researchers will test blood from mothers and umbilical cords for RSV antibodies and viruses. Babies will be tracked for up to 4 years to monitor respirato…
Sponsor: Tulane University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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21,000 patients enrolled in hospital registry to uncover Long-Term health trends
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is a medical registry that follows over 21,000 adults hospitalized in 2021 at a Russian hospital. Researchers will analyze their health records, including chronic conditions, COVID-19 history, and outcomes like heart attacks or strokes, over five years. The goal is to …
Sponsor: National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Flu shot study seeks clues in HIV and aging
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at blood samples from 400 people with and without HIV to understand how aging and HIV infection change the body's immune response to the flu vaccine. Researchers will measure antibody levels and immune cell types to see who responds well to the vaccine and who do…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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COVID-19 heart risks under review
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at heart problems in adults hospitalized with COVID-19. Researchers will review medical records to see how often heart issues like heart failure, inflammation, or arrhythmias occur. No new treatments are tested; the goal is to learn more about the virus's effects…
Sponsor: Methodist Health System • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Baltimore study probes vaccine doubts in drug users
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to understand why people who use drugs in Baltimore may be hesitant to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Researchers will interview 40 participants about their views and barriers to vaccination. The goal is to improve vaccine access and acceptance in this community.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC