Endocrine system disorder
MONDO:0005151A disease involving the endocrine system.
Also known as: disease of endocrine system, disease or disorder of endocrine system, disorder of endocrine system, endocrine disease, endocrine disorder, endocrine system disease, endocrine system disease or disorder, endocrine system disorder
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A gentler transplant may cure sickle cell and thalassemia — can the body accept donor cells?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ OngoingThis trial tests a modified stem cell transplant for people with severe sickle cell disease or beta-thalassemia who are at higher risk of transplant failure. The approach uses low-dose radiation and a mix of immunosuppressive drugs to help the body accept donor stem cells without…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can reprogrammed immune cells take on a rare thyroid cancer?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing whether a single infusion of specially engineered immune cells (called CAR T cells) can safely target and attack medullary thyroid cancer that has spread or come back. The cells are designed to recognize a protein called GFRα4 found on the cancer…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scoring tool aims to reverse type 2 diabetes with personalized plans
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a new tool called the Snouda Metabolic Score (SMS) that helps doctors identify the specific metabolic problems driving Type 2 Diabetes in each patient. 150 adults will follow a personalized 24-week lifestyle and nutrition plan based on their SMS results. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Salah Snouda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New hepatitis b drug shows promise in Mid-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 study tests an experimental drug called ALG-000184 against a standard hepatitis B medication (tenofovir) in 200 adults with chronic hepatitis B. Participants take one pill daily for 48 weeks. The main goal is to see if the new drug can lower hepatitis B virus levels …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Aligos Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Could a vending Machine-Style kiosk curb HIV and overdose deaths in rural america?
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a special kiosk placed in rural Appalachian Kentucky that provides clean syringes and harm reduction supplies to people who inject drugs. The goal is to see if the kiosk helps reduce the spread of HIV and hepatitis C, and lowers the risk of drug overdose. Ab…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: April M Young • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Targeted drug shows promise for Hard-to-Treat brain and bile duct cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called olaparib in people with advanced cancers (like brain tumors, bile duct cancer, or other solid tumors) that have a specific gene change called IDH1 or IDH2 mutation. The drug works by blocking an enzyme that cancer cells need to grow. About 89 partic…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Cancer patients to continue promising treatments in major extension trial
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis long-term extension study offers continued access to several cancer drugs—including cabozantinib, atezolizumab, and nivolumab—for up to 5,000 patients who benefited from them in earlier Exelixis-sponsored trials. The study focuses on monitoring safety and ongoing clinical be…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Exelixis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Free fruits and veggies: a prescription for better health?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving people free boxes of fruits and vegetables along with nutrition education can improve health in three Mississippi counties with high rates of diabetes, obesity, and poverty. About 300 adults with high blood sugar or obesity will receive produce and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tufts University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New diabetes device put to the test in Real-World study
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at the safety and performance of the Endogenex System in 50 adults with type 2 diabetes. Participants previously received a sham (fake) procedure in an earlier study. The main goal is to track any serious side effects related to the device or procedure.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Endogenex, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Cancer drug ruxolitinib keeps flowing to stable patients in rollover trial
Disease control OngoingThis study offers continued access to the cancer drug ruxolitinib (sometimes combined with other therapies) for people with pancreatic, colorectal, breast, or lung cancer who were already benefiting and stable in a prior Incyte-sponsored trial. Only 10 participants are enrolled, …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Incyte Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could zapping kidney nerves tame tough high blood pressure?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a device that uses radiofrequency energy to calm overactive kidney nerves, which can drive high blood pressure. About 1,900 adults with uncontrolled hypertension will receive the procedure and be followed for years. The goal is to see if this approach safely and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medtronic Vascular • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to reverse liver damage from heavy drinking
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a weekly injection called pemvidutide in 100 adults with alcohol-related liver disease. Participants are overweight or obese and have a history of heavy drinking. The goal is to see if the drug can reduce liver stiffness and scarring over 24 to 48 weeks compared …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Altimmune, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called ZEN003694, which blocks certain enzymes that help cancer grow, combined with two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab) that boost the immune system to attack cancer. The study includes 66 adults with advanced solid tumors, i…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can remote glucose monitoring tame type 2 diabetes in underserved communities?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a diabetes care program using continuous glucose monitors (CGM) and remote patient monitoring can help adults with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes improve their blood sugar levels and reduce diabetes-related distress. Participants will wear a CGM that shows …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Diabetes Solutions International • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a healthy diet prolong the 'Honeymoon Phase' in kids with type 1 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis pilot study is testing whether giving children (ages 6-17) newly diagnosed with stage 3 type 1 diabetes free weekly healthy foods and intensive nutrition counseling can help preserve their remaining insulin production. The study will enroll 20 children and measure how feasib…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smart food program plus glucose tracking transform diabetes care?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) and nutrition counseling to a food-as-medicine program helps adults with type 2 diabetes and food insecurity better manage their blood sugar. Sixty participants will be split into two groups: one gets the standard…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Drug combo outsmart advanced liver cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing whether combining two investigational drugs, livmoniplimab and budigalimab, can safely help people with advanced liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) that has worsened after initial treatment. The study involves about 20 adults in China with a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New diabetes drug MK-1403 enters human testing
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests an experimental drug called MK-1403 in people with type 2 diabetes. The main goals are to check if the drug is safe and tolerable, and to see how it behaves in the body. Researchers will also measure its effect on a marker of inflammation (hsCRP). Abo…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy drug avelumab takes on rare thymus cancers
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests the safety and effectiveness of avelumab, an immunotherapy drug, in people with thymoma or thymic carcinoma that has progressed after platinum-based chemotherapy. About 56 participants will receive avelumab intravenously every two weeks. The study aims to…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for Tough-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests three drugs—durvalumab (an immunotherapy), olaparib (a DNA repair blocker), and cediranib (a blood vessel growth blocker)—in different combinations for people with advanced solid tumors, especially ovarian cancer. The phase 1 part finds safe doses, and the phase …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heated chemo during surgery: a new hope for ovarian cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing whether giving heated chemotherapy directly into the abdomen during surgery is safe for people with advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer. Participants will receive standard chemotherapy before surgery, and then either heated che…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Prescription for produce: could free groceries lower blood sugar?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether giving people with type 2 diabetes and food insecurity monthly vouchers for fruits and vegetables can improve blood sugar control. Participants receive $100 per month in produce-only gift cards along with dietary education for five months, then switch to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West Virginia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for tough lymphoma: experimental drug CHO-H01 enters human trials
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called CHO-H01, alone or with lenalidomide, in people with non-Hodgkin lymphoma that has returned or not responded to prior treatments. The trial has two parts: first, finding a safe dose of CHO-H01 alone; second, testing the combination in l…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cho Pharma Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug AU409 enters first human trial for tough liver cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called AU409 in 36 people with advanced liver cancers or solid tumors that have spread to the liver. The main goals are to find the safest dose and check for side effects. Researchers will also look for signs that the drug might shrink tumo…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cocktail of drugs shows promise for Tough-to-Treat bile duct cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of four drugs (gemcitabine, cisplatin, quemliclustat, and zimberelimab) as a first treatment for people with advanced biliary tract cancers, including bile duct cancer. The goal is to see if this mix can slow cancer growth and help people live longe…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Nataliya Uboha • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug tarlatatamab shows promise in lung cancer trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing tarlatamab, an experimental drug given by IV, in 252 adults with small cell lung cancer that has worsened after platinum-based chemotherapy. The main goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors (partial or complete response). Researchers will also m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a blood pressure pill protect your liver from cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether lisinopril, a widely used blood pressure medication, can prevent liver damage from getting worse in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The study enrolls 45 adults with advanced liver scarring and measures changes in fibrosis m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can telehealth mentoring help clinics better manage diabetes in latino communities?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether mentoring local clinic teams via telehealth can help them start a comprehensive diabetes program for low-income Latino(a)s with type 2 diabetes. The program includes community health workers, help getting medication, and diabetes education. Researchers wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy drug shows promise against deadly thyroid cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests a drug called vudalimab in people with advanced anaplastic thyroid cancer or aggressive hurthle cell thyroid cancer that has spread. The drug helps the immune system attack cancer cells and may slow tumor growth. About 54 participants will receive the treatment t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot aims to tackle obesity and diabetes together
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests an experimental drug called ALN-4324 in two groups: healthy overweight volunteers and overweight patients with type 2 diabetes. The goal is to check the drug's safety and how well it controls blood sugar. Participants receive either the drug or a plac…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Alnylam Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to stop liver Cancer's return in High-Risk patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether the drugs durvalumab (alone or with bevacizumab) can delay or prevent liver cancer from returning in patients who have had surgery or ablation to remove their tumors. About 900 participants at high risk of recurrence will receive either the drug(s) or a p…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New calcium pill could ease burden for hypoparathyroidism patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new form of calcium called AMOR-1 in 81 adults with hypoparathyroidism, a condition where the body can't control calcium levels. Participants will take either AMOR-1 or standard calcium pills to see if AMOR-1 can better maintain normal calcium levels while allo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Amorphical Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New vaccine-antibody combo takes on pancreatic cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new immunotherapy for adults with advanced pancreatic cancer. The treatment uses a special protein and virus to help the immune system kill cancer cells, combined with an antibody called ezabenlimab. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if the combination ca…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists reprogram immune cells to attack common cancer mutation
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a personalized treatment for people with metastatic solid cancers that have KRAS mutations. Doctors take a patient's own white blood cells, genetically modify them to recognize and attack KRAS-mutated cancer cells, and return them to the patient along…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer-Fighting virus teams up with immunotherapy to tackle rare skin tumors
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial is testing whether a combination of talimogene laherparepvec (a modified herpes virus that infects and kills cancer cells) and nivolumab (an immunotherapy drug) can shrink tumors in people with rare skin cancers or lymphomas that haven't responded to standard …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to boost liver cancer surgery success
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing whether combining two immunotherapy drugs (durvalumab and tremelimumab) with targeted radiation (yttrium-90 microspheres) can safely shrink liver tumors before surgery. About 20 people with resectable hepatocellular carcinoma will receive the com…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jiping Wang, MD, PhD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Weekly shot may help short kids grow – new study underway
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new growth hormone medicine called somapacitan, given once a week, in 47 children who are very short due to being born small for gestational age, or having Turner syndrome, Noonan syndrome, or idiopathic short stature. The main goal is to see if it is safe and …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise for Long-Term control of cushing syndrome
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at the long-term safety of relacorilant, a drug for people with Cushing syndrome. It includes 125 adults who previously completed a relacorilant study and may benefit from continued treatment. Researchers will track side effects over time to see if the drug is sa…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Corcept Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One-Day liver cancer treatment could cut hospital time in half
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a standard two-day liver cancer treatment can be safely done in one day for patients with small tumors. The treatment uses tiny radioactive beads (Y90) to target cancer cells. Researchers will enroll 30 adults with small liver cancers to see if skipping a…
Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: APL-5125 enters human trials
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug, APL-5125, in adults with advanced solid tumors like colorectal, pancreatic, and ovarian cancer. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can shrink or control tumors. About 100 participants will receive the drug in two phases to find the best dose a…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Apollo Therapeutics Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug under observation for rare genetic disorder
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows about 200 people with Prader-Willi syndrome who are taking or starting VYKAT XR. Researchers will track side effects and how the drug affects their health over time. The goal is to gather more safety information, not to test if the drug cures the condition.
Sponsor: Soleno Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple-Drug attack shows promise against tough liver cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding two targeted drugs (atezolizumab and bevacizumab) to standard chemotherapy helps people with a rare, advanced liver cancer live longer without their disease getting worse. About 88 adults with cancer that cannot be surgically removed will be random…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug AB801 enters human safety testing
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study is testing a new drug, AB801, alone or with other treatments, in about 91 people with advanced cancers (like lung, colon, or breast cancer) that have not responded to standard therapies. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and find the best dose for…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Arcus Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo shot aims to tame type 1 diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new weekly injection called NNC0194-0499, alone or with another drug (semaglutide), in 96 adults with type 1 diabetes. The goal is to see if it improves blood sugar levels compared to placebo. All participants continue their usual insulin. The study…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug bitopertin offers hope for sunlight pain relief in rare blood disorders
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis long-term study tests the safety and effectiveness of bitopertin (DISC-1459) in people with erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP) or X-linked protoporphyria (XLP), rare conditions that cause severe pain from sunlight exposure. About 230 participants who previously took bitoper…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Disc Medicine, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Genetically modified immune cells take on eight cancer types in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a personalized cell therapy called ADP-A2M4CD8 in people with certain cancers that have a specific marker (MAGE-A4). The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, modified to better attack tumors, and is given alone or with standard immunotherapy dru…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: USWM CT, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for rare cancers
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether a combination of two drugs, talazoparib and temozolomide, can shrink tumors in people with rare cancers that have spread. The study includes 14 participants with advanced rare solid tumors, such as pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma, who have …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug outperform standard care for a rare liver disease in teens?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial is testing whether an experimental drug called HTD1801 can improve liver health in adolescents with primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC), a rare disease that damages the bile ducts. Participants will receive either HTD1801 or the standard treatment, ursodeoxych…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: HighTide Therapeutics (Hong Kong) Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo attack: radiation plus surgery for stubborn tumors
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study is testing whether giving a radioactive drug called Lutathera both before and after surgery is safe for people with advanced neuroendocrine tumors that have spread to the liver or lymph nodes. The trial will enroll 10 adults whose tumors are considered remo…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New timing of chemo drugs may boost pancreatic cancer response
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether changing the timing of two chemotherapy drugs, gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel, can improve tumor shrinkage in people with pancreatic cancer that has spread to other organs. About 67 participants will receive the drugs on an optimized schedule. The go…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Anne Noonan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tight glucose control may preserve insulin-making cells in type 2 diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether adjusting diabetes medications to keep blood sugar levels in the normal range can preserve the body's insulin-producing beta-cells and slow the natural worsening of type 2 diabetes. Adults aged 40 to 75 with type 2 diabetes will be assigned to either usua…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Foundation for Atlanta Veterans Education and Research, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a custom coaching program slow liver damage?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a personalized, behavior-based program can help people with early liver disease (fatty liver or scarring) manage their condition better than standard care. About 49 adults with risk factors like obesity or diabetes are taking part. The goal is to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI-Crafted supplement aims to restore testosterone naturally
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis trial tests whether a daily nutritional supplement, designed with artificial intelligence to target gut bacteria, can increase testosterone production in men aged 30-65 with functional secondary hypogonadism—a condition where the body doesn't make enough testosterone despite…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Varol TUNALI • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cell therapy takes on recurrent ovarian cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new treatment called ADP-A2M4CD8, made from a patient's own immune cells, for ovarian cancer that has returned. It is given alone or with another drug (nivolumab) to see if it can shrink tumors. About 66 people with a specific genetic marker (HLA-A*02 and MAGE-…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: USWM CT, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill could let Sun-Sensitive patients enjoy the outdoors
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether bitopertin, a daily pill, can help people with erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP) or X-linked protoporphyria (XLP) spend more time in sunlight without pain. About 183 participants aged 12 and older will take bitopertin or a placebo for 6 months. …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Disc Medicine, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer: Rina-S faces off against standard chemo in major trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called Rina-S against standard chemotherapy for people with ovarian cancer that has stopped responding to platinum-based treatments. About 530 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either Rina-S or one of four approved chemo drugs. The goal…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Genmab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can calming the immune system save Kids' livers?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether two drugs that calm the immune system—high-dose steroids or anti-thymocyte globulin—can help children with sudden, severe liver failure survive without needing a liver transplant. About 163 children aged 1 to 17 will be randomly assigned to receive one of…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a phone app beat fatty liver? new trial tests digital coaching
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether a smartphone app and remote diet/exercise coaching can help people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease lose weight and reduce liver fat. 120 participants will either get standard lifestyle advice or use the app with daily meal tracking, weekly recipe a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise in shrinking ovarian tumors before surgery
Disease control OngoingThis early trial is testing whether the drug olaparib can shrink tumors in people with newly diagnosed BRCA-mutant ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer before they have surgery. Fifteen participants will receive olaparib for two cycles, then undergo standard chemotherapy…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug targets rare thymus cancers after chemotherapy fails
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests bintrafusp alfa (M7824) in 9 adults with thymoma or thymic carcinoma that returned after platinum-based chemotherapy. Participants receive the drug intravenously every two weeks until their disease worsens or side effects become intolerable. The study ai…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Does when you eat carbs and protein reshape blood sugar control?
Disease control OngoingThis pilot trial tests whether the timing of carbohydrates and protein across meals can improve glucose metabolism in people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes who are overweight or obese. Participants follow two different isocaloric diets—one with a high-protein breakfast and h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: German Institute of Human Nutrition • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: drug targets DNA repair weakness
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing the drug talazoparib in people with advanced solid tumors that have specific mutations in DNA repair genes. Talazoparib works by blocking a protein called PARP, which cancer cells use to fix their damaged DNA, leading to cancer cell death. The study …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to stall pancreatic cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether a combination of lenvatinib (a targeted drug) and pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) can help keep advanced pancreatic cancer from progressing. The study includes 28 adults whose cancer has not spread further after initial treatment. Participants r…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise against deadly thyroid cancer before surgery
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving three drugs (pembrolizumab, dabrafenib, and trametinib) before surgery can help people with a rare and aggressive thyroid cancer called anaplastic thyroid cancer that has a specific gene change (BRAF V600E). The goal is to shrink the tumor enough s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill rouse the immune system against pancreatic cancer?
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial is testing whether an experimental oral drug called BXCL701 can change how the immune system responds to pancreatic cancer. The study will enroll people with untreated, locally advanced or metastatic pancreatic cancer who can undergo tumor biopsies before a…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: BioXcel Therapeutics Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Adaptive chemo strategy aims to get more pancreatic cancer patients to surgery
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests an adaptive chemotherapy approach for people with pancreatic cancer that can be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if adjusting the chemo regimen based on early response can increase the number of patients who become eligible for surgery. About 32 pa…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Cincinnati • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an immune booster make radioiodine more effective against thyroid cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug durvalumab to standard radioiodine treatment can help people with recurrent or metastatic thyroid cancer. The study includes patients whose tumors still absorb iodine, as seen on scans. The goal is to see if the combinat…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can avastin stop ovarian cancer from coming back?
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether the drug bevacizumab (Avastin) can help control ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer that is still present after initial treatment. About 35 women whose cancer was found during a second-look surgery will receive bevacizumab every…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a kidney cell injection slow Diabetes-Related kidney failure?
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether a cell therapy called REACT (rilparencel) can slow kidney decline in 685 adults with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Participants receive either two injections of their own kidney cells or sham procedures. The study measures changes in…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Prokidney • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare cancers? drug combo shows promise in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests two drugs, sunitinib and temsirolimus, in 137 people with advanced rare tumors that have no cure. The goal is to see if these drugs can shrink tumors or slow their growth. Participants take one of the two drugs, and researchers measure how long the cancer…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Canadian Cancer Trials Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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CRISPR gene therapy: a Long-Term safety check for blood disease patients
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 160 children and adults with beta-thalassemia or sickle cell disease who received a one-time treatment of their own CRISPR-edited stem cells (CTX001). The goal is to monitor long-term safety, including any new cancers or blood disorders, and to see how well the…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Chemo-Immunotherapy combo beat standard care for tough lung cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether a chemotherapy combination without etoposide (carboplatin plus paclitaxel) plus the immunotherapy drug durvalumab works better than standard treatment for people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer. About 67 participants will receive …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Intergroupe Francophone de Cancerologie Thoracique • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smart drug home in on Hard-to-Treat cancers?
Disease control OngoingThis trial is testing an experimental drug called XNW27011 in people with advanced solid tumors, such as pancreatic, lung, ovarian, colorectal, biliary tract, stomach, or gastroesophageal junction cancer, that have not responded to or are not eligible for standard treatments. XNW…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Astellas Pharma Global Development, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug could free diabetics from insulin after cell transplant
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a lab-made antibody called Tegoprubart can safely prevent the immune system from attacking transplanted islet cells in people with type 1 diabetes who have dangerous low blood sugar. The goal is to help patients stop needing insulin without using standard…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cocktail of drugs tested for Tough-to-Treat lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing several new drug combinations for people with aggressive B-cell lymphoma that has come back or not responded to standard therapy. About 129 participants will receive one of several experimental combinations, including drugs like ibrutinib and selinex…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Canadian Cancer Trials Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple monitor transform blood sugar control for millions with type 2 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) helps adults with type 2 diabetes who do not take insulin improve their blood sugar control. Participants are randomly assigned to either use a real-time CGM or receive routine care with occasional blinded CGM wear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: DexCom, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo pill could shrink fatty liver and shed pounds
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called CS060380, taken with the weight-loss drug semaglutide, in adults with both fatty liver disease (MASH) and obesity. About 120 participants will be randomly assigned to get either CS060380 or a placebo for 36 weeks, then everyone gets CS…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cascade Pharmaceuticals, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Pharmacist's guidance with a glucose monitor improve diabetes control?
Disease control OngoingThis pilot study tests whether having a pharmacist oversee continuous glucose monitoring (using a FreeStyle Libre device) can improve blood sugar control and health behaviors in people with type 2 diabetes. Forty participants will use the monitor for 12 weeks, and their results w…
Sponsor: University of South Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare, aggressive thyroid cancer: drug combo shows promise
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining lenvatinib (a targeted drug that blocks cancer growth) with pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy that helps the immune system attack cancer) can improve outcomes for people with advanced anaplastic thyroid cancer that cannot be surgically rem…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a sharp beam of radiation tame spreading thyroid cancer?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis trial is testing whether a precise, high-dose form of radiation called stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) can control distant metastases in people with stage IV thyroid cancer. The study enrolls patients with up to five metastatic lesions who have already tried systemic t…
Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising drug targets obesity caused by brain damage
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a daily injection called setmelanotide to help people aged 4 and older who gained weight after a brain injury (hypothalamic obesity). The goal is to see if it reduces body weight, hunger, and improves quality of life over 52 weeks. Half of the 143 participants wi…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple electrical zapper help seniors control diabetes?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests three different non-drug approaches to help older adults in nursing homes manage their type 2 diabetes. One group uses a device that sends mild electrical pulses to the leg muscles, another does supervised exercise, and the third receives health education. The ma…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Salamanca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Laser zaps tiny thyroid tumors, no scalpel needed
Disease control OngoingThis early study tests if a laser can safely destroy small thyroid cancers (papillary thyroid microcarcinoma) without removing the thyroid. Ten adults with small tumors will receive laser treatment, then have their thyroid removed 6 months later to check if the cancer is fully go…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune-Boosting drug combo takes on Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control OngoingThis pilot study tests two drugs—pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) and lenvatinib (a targeted enzyme blocker)—in women with platinum-resistant high-grade serous ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer. The goal is to see how these drugs, given alone and together, change immu…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an immunotherapy drug keep liver cancer at bay after surgery?
Disease control OngoingThis trial is testing whether toripalimab, an immunotherapy drug, can help prevent liver cancer from returning after surgery. Participants are people with hepatocellular carcinoma who have a high risk of recurrence despite having had the tumor completely removed. Half will receiv…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Shanghai Junshi Bioscience Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can apple cider vinegar help tame diabetes? small trial puts it to the test
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether drinking 15 ml of apple cider vinegar twice a day for two weeks can improve blood sugar stability and cholesterol in adults with type 2 diabetes. Thirty-eight participants will compare the vinegar to plain water using a continuous glucose monitor. It's a …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Medicas y Nutricion Salvador Zubiran • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot aims to silence hepatitis b virus
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an injection called AHB-137 in 20 adults with chronic hepatitis B who are already on standard antiviral pills. The goal is to see if the drug can lower or eliminate hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) and viral DNA, potentially leading to a functional cure. Parti…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ausper Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could estrogen patch reverse liver damage in postmenopausal women?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether an estradiol patch can reduce liver fat and scarring in postmenopausal women with NASH, a progressive form of fatty liver disease. The study enrolls women aged 45-70 with NASH or fatty liver, giving them either a daily estradiol patch or a placebo for a p…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets rare cancer drivers in chinese patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests an oral drug called selpercatinib in 77 people in China who have advanced solid tumors or medullary thyroid cancer with specific RET gene changes. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors and how safe it is. Participants take the pill daily, and d…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radioactive therapy vs. pill: which works better for gut and pancreas tumors?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether a radioactive drug called 177Lu-Edotreotide (PRRT) works better than the daily pill everolimus for people with advanced neuroendocrine tumors of the gut or pancreas that can't be removed by surgery. About 324 participants are randomly assigned to …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: ITM Solucin GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets rare cancer mutation in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new oral drug, ATV-1601, in people with advanced solid tumors or certain breast cancers that have a specific AKT1 E17K mutation. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see how the drug moves through the body. About 134 adults w…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Atavistik Bio, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New gut procedure could help manage type 2 diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a procedure called duodenal mucosal resurfacing (DMR) to see if it can safely improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes who are not on insulin. About 18 adults will be randomly assigned to receive DMR or a sham (fake) procedure. The study wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for rare thymic cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tested a combination of two drugs, pembrolizumab and sunitinib, in 9 people with advanced thymic cancer that had spread or could not be removed and had stopped responding to standard chemotherapy. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors or stop them …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dwight Owen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New cancer drug enzelkitug enters first human trials
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing a new drug called enzelkitug, alone or with standard immunotherapies, in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug shrinks tumors. A…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Genentech, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for tough bile duct cancer
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial is testing a combination of paclitaxel polymer micelle and immunotherapy for people with advanced biliary tract cancer whose disease has progressed after standard first-line treatment. The study aims to see if this new drug combo can shrink tumors and control t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Triple immunotherapy attack shows promise for tough skin cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of three immunotherapy drugs (INCMGA00012, INCAGN02385, and INCAGN02390) in 12 adults with advanced Merkel cell carcinoma that continued to grow after standard treatment. The drugs are given by IV to help the immune system fight the cancer. The main…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a wearable sensor beat Finger-Prick tests for type 2 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis trial asks whether real-time continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) can improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes who do not use insulin. Participants will either use a CGM device or stick to standard self-monitoring with a blood glucose meter. The study tracks…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sinocare • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New drug combo aims to outsmart Platinum-Resistant ovarian cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding an experimental drug called M6620 (berzosertib) to standard gemcitabine chemotherapy helps women with ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer that came back after platinum-based treatment. About 70 participants will receive ei…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Promising new therapy targets rare, aggressive cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether the drug ubamatamab, alone or with cemiplimab, can help control rare cancers like renal medullary carcinoma and epithelioid sarcoma. About 40 adults with advanced or metastatic disease will receive the treatment to check safety and effectiveness. The goal…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a common diabetes drug help pancreatic cancer patients control blood sugar?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing the safety and effectiveness of glipizide, a standard diabetes drug, for lowering blood sugar in people with pancreatic cancer. The study includes 29 participants with active pancreatic cancer and high blood sugar. Researchers will measure blood suga…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a Four-Drug cocktail tame inoperable liver cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis trial is testing whether a combination of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and a targeted therapy can help people with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma, a type of liver cancer that cannot be removed with surgery. Participants receive a regimen of two chemotherapy drugs (oxa…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug candidate BL-M05D1 enters early human trials for tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called BL-M05D1 in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors (like stomach, pancreatic, or bile duct cancer) that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the best dose, and see if the drug c…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: SystImmune Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for tough liver cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tested different combinations of immune-boosting drugs (durvalumab, tremelimumab, and bevacizumab) in 433 adults with advanced liver cancer that had worsened after standard treatment. The goal was to see if these drugs are safe and can shrink tumors or slow the disease…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: MedImmune LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Electric zaps to the gut could help control type 2 diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a device called ReCET that delivers gentle electric pulses to the first part of the small intestine. The goal is to trigger cell regeneration and improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes who are not on insulin. Participants are randomly assigned…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Endogenex, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cholesterol drug enters early human testing
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called AZD1705 in adults with high cholesterol (dyslipidemia). The main goal is to check if the drug is safe and how the body processes it. About 98 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo. This research helps determine if th…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Food as medicine? trial tests vouchers and stock boxes against diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether providing monthly food vouchers for farmers markets and mailed food stock boxes, alongside diabetes education, can help African American adults with type 2 diabetes and food insecurity achieve better blood sugar control. Participants are randomly assigned…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ovarian cancer drug combo shows promise in slowing disease
Disease control OngoingThis study tested whether adding the drug olaparib to standard chemotherapy (paclitaxel and carboplatin) helps people with advanced ovarian cancer live longer without their cancer getting worse. It included 162 adults whose cancer had previously responded to platinum-based treatm…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Decades-Old drug reverse pancreatic scarring?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether proglumide, an older drug that blocks a specific receptor, can safely reduce pain and slow or reverse the scarring seen in chronic pancreatitis. The study includes adults with confirmed chronic pancreatitis and compares proglumide against a placebo over 1…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill target Hard-to-Treat bile duct cancers? a new drug puts FGFR2 mutations to the test
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental oral drug, TYRA-200, in people with advanced bile duct cancer (intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma) and other solid tumors that have specific changes in the FGFR2 gene. The study aims to find a safe and effective dose and to see wheth…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Tyra Biosciences, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could an immunotherapy booster improve lung cancer treatment?
Disease control OngoingThis phase III trial studies whether adding the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab to standard chemoradiation helps people with limited stage small cell lung cancer live longer. About 544 participants receive either chemoradiation alone or chemoradiation plus atezolizumab. The main …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental combo aims to boost immune attack on tough lung cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests two drugs, obrixtamig and ezabenlimab, given together as infusions to adults with advanced small cell lung cancer or other neuroendocrine tumors that have a specific marker called DLL3. The main goal is to find the highest safe dose of obrixtamig when…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a diabetes drug protect your eyes? 5-Year trial seeks answers
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether semaglutide, a medicine for type 2 diabetes, can slow or prevent diabetic eye disease over 5 years. About 1500 adults with type 2 diabetes will receive either semaglutide or a placebo injection once a week, in addition to their usual diabetes medicatio…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo attack on biliary cancers: targeted drug plus chemo shows promise
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding the targeted drug binimetinib to standard chemotherapy (mFOLFOX6) can shrink tumors or extend survival in people with advanced biliary tract cancers that have certain genetic changes (MAPK pathway alterations). About 66 participants whose cancer wo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 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 Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody combo tested against hard-to-treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental antibody called GEN1042, given alone or with the cancer drug pembrolizumab (and sometimes chemotherapy), in people with advanced solid tumors like lung, colon, melanoma, head and neck, or pancreatic cancer. The main goals are to check …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genmab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody drug shows promise for Hard-to-Treat lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests an antibody called epcoritamab in 666 people with B-cell lymphoma that has come back or not responded to treatment. The drug is designed to help the immune system attack cancer cells. The study looks at safety, the right dose, and how well the drug works.
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genmab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug ABBV-400 enters early human testing
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests an investigational drug called ABBV-400 in about 300 adults with advanced solid tumors, including liver, pancreatic, breast, and ovarian cancers. The study aims to see if the drug can shrink tumors and to check for side effects. Participants receive A…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diabetes drug semaglutide tested as potential treatment for fatty liver disease NASH
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether semaglutide, a medicine already used for type 2 diabetes, can help people with NASH, a serious liver condition. About 1205 adults with NASH and liver scarring (stage 2 or 3) will receive weekly injections of semaglutide or a placebo for up to 5 years. The…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether combining three drugs (durvalumab, olaparib, and cediranib) works better than standard chemotherapy for women with ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer that has stopped responding to platinum-based treatment. About 120 women will receive one of s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: experimental PARP inhibitor enters human trials
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing an experimental drug called ACE-86225106 in adults with advanced solid tumors that are difficult to treat or have stopped responding to standard therapies. The drug works by blocking a protein that helps cancer cells repair themselves, potentially slowing or…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Acerand Therapeutics (Shanghai) Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cocktail of drugs could offer hope for Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding immunotherapy (atezolizumab) and/or a blood vessel blocker (bevacizumab) to standard chemo (pegylated liposomal doxorubicin) works better for ovarian cancer that has stopped responding to platinum drugs. About 444 women with recurrent ovarian, fall…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare liver disease: drug shows promise in reducing damage and symptoms
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called elafibranor in people with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a rare liver disease that can lead to scarring and liver failure. Participants either did not get enough help from or could not take the standard medicine. The goal is to see if elafi…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to stall pancreatic cancer in BRCA patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) to olaparib (a targeted therapy) works better than olaparib alone for controlling metastatic pancreatic cancer in people with inherited BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations. About 88 participants will receive either the…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to block cancer growth in RAS-Mutant tumors
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial is testing whether combining two targeted drugs, palbociclib and binimetinib, can help people with cancers that have RAS mutations. The study includes patients with pancreatic cancer, ovarian cancer, and other solid tumors. Researchers want to see if the drug …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can juice plus+ help ovarian cancer survivors?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether adding Juice Plus+ supplements to the diet helps ovarian cancer patients who are in remission. About 75 participants will either take the supplements plus get dietary counseling, or receive counseling alone. Researchers will measure changes in blood ma…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets rare, aggressive cancer in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called BI 764532 (Obrixtamig) given together with standard chemotherapy for people with advanced neuroendocrine carcinoma (NEC), a rare and fast-growing cancer. The study involves about 55 adults whose tumors have a specific marker (DLL3). …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug tarlatamab takes on tough lung cancers
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing a drug called tarlatamab in 40 people with advanced small-cell lung cancer or other poorly differentiated neuroendocrine cancers. The drug is given by IV and aims to shrink tumors. Researchers will also study blood and tumor samples to understand why…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hormone combo could boost diabetes control in menopause
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether adding menopausal hormone therapy to a GLP-1 drug (semaglutide) improves blood sugar control in early postmenopausal women who have or are at risk for type 2 diabetes. About 96 women with menopausal symptoms and a BMI of 27 or higher will be enrolled. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lia Bally • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot shows promise against tough lymphoma in japanese study
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a drug called epcoritamab in about 78 Japanese adults with B-cell lymphoma that has returned or not improved after standard treatment. The study has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, and then checking how well the drug works alone or with other chemotherapy.…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genmab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to outsmart recurrent ovarian cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding olaparib to selumetinib works better than selumetinib alone for women with recurrent or persistent ovarian or endometrial cancers that have a RAS pathway mutation. Selumetinib blocks enzymes that help cancer grow, while olaparib stops cance…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo takes on tough lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new antibody-like drug called BI 764532 alongside standard chemotherapy in adults with advanced small cell lung cancer that has returned after platinum-based treatment. The main goal is to find a safe dose and check for side effects. About 69 partic…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise in slowing advanced neuroendocrine tumors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether the drug cabozantinib can slow the growth of advanced neuroendocrine tumors (including carcinoid tumors) compared to a placebo. About 298 adults whose cancer worsened after prior treatment will receive either cabozantinib or a placebo pill. The main goal …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with rare cancers: targeted drug selpercatinib tested in phase 2 trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests the drug selpercatinib in children and young adults (ages 1 to 21) with advanced cancers that have a specific genetic change called a RET alteration. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or stop them from growing. Only one participant has been…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study puts omnipod 5 to the test in Real-World diabetes management
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing the Omnipod 5, a tubeless insulin pump that automatically adjusts insulin delivery, in real-world settings for people with type 1 diabetes. About 304 participants aged 2 and older will use the system for the first time. Researchers will track blood sugar con…
Sponsor: Insulet Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could an early eating window tame type 2 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether limiting all food intake to a 10-hour window (4 AM to 4 PM) can improve blood sugar control in adults with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes. Participants will follow this eating pattern for one week while researchers track changes in average glucose, est…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: OhioHealth • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising cocktail targets tough lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a radioactive drug called Lutathera added to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy for people newly diagnosed with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if the combination helps people live longer. About 24 participants…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for liver disease: drug shows promise in reducing damage
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a daily pill called elafibranor in about 18 Japanese adults with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a rare liver disease that can lead to scarring and liver failure. Participants had not responded well to standard treatment. The main goal is to see if the drug im…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare liver disease: drug trial targets bile duct damage
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called elafibranor in 68 adults with primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC), a rare liver disease that damages bile ducts. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and side effects compared to a placebo. Researchers will also look at blood tests to see if…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug could help people with diabetes shed pounds
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new medicine called cagrilintide to help people who are overweight or have obesity and type 2 diabetes lose weight. About 330 adults will receive either cagrilintide or a placebo for around 18 months. The main goals are to see how much weight they lose and how …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Drug duo targets tough tumors in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tested two drugs, olaparib and ceralasertib, in 24 people with advanced solid tumors (like bile duct cancer) that have a specific IDH gene mutation. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink or stop the growth of these hard-to-treat cancers. The trial is no l…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New device aims to improve liver transplant outcomes
Disease control OngoingThis study gives continued access to a device that preserves donated livers before transplant. It includes 120 adults on the transplant waiting list. The goal is to collect safety data and check for early signs of liver problems after surgery.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Organ Recovery Systems, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single dose of radiation during surgery improve pancreatic cancer outcomes?
Disease control OngoingThis trial is testing whether giving a single dose of radiation directly to the tumor area during surgery is safe for people with localized pancreatic cancer. Participants first receive standard chemotherapy and stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), then at the time of surg…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat pancreatic and ovarian tumors
Disease control OngoingThis phase 1 trial tests a combination of the chemotherapy drug gemcitabine and the targeted drug elimusertib in people with advanced pancreatic, ovarian, or other solid tumors that have spread. The goal is to find the safest dose and see whether the combination can shrink or sta…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can two radiation therapies team up to fight liver cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis trial is testing whether combining two types of radiation therapy can safely treat liver cancer that cannot be removed with surgery. The approach uses Y-90 microspheres delivered directly to the liver, followed by targeted external radiation (SBRT). The study also uses PET-C…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new injection help tackle obesity and diabetes? a safety trial begins
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called SYH2069, given as an injection under the skin, in healthy volunteers. The goal is to see if it is safe and how the body processes it at different doses. The study includes people who are overweight or obese, as the drug is …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: CSPC Ouyi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a common diabetes pill make insulin therapy safer and more effective for type 1 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 4 trial tests whether adding pioglitazone to an SGLT2 inhibitor (dapagliflozin) and insulin can lower blood sugar more effectively in people with type 1 diabetes while preventing a rise in ketones, which can lead to a dangerous condition called ketoacidosis. About 120 …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a daily pill keep BRCA-Linked ovarian cancer at bay?
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial is investigating whether the drug olaparib can help women with a specific type of ovarian cancer stay in remission longer. The study includes women whose cancer has returned but responded well to platinum-based chemotherapy, and who carry a BRCA gene mutation. …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can Pre-Surgery drug cocktail stop liver cancer from coming back?
Disease control OngoingThis trial is testing whether giving a combination of drugs before surgery can reduce the risk of liver cancer returning in patients with a single, early-stage tumor that has a high chance of recurrence. Participants will receive either chemotherapy directly into the liver or a t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a common cholesterol drug help manage a rare liver disease?
Disease control OngoingThis trial is testing the long-term safety of fenofibrate, a drug usually used for high cholesterol, in people with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a rare liver disease. The study involves 15 adults who have already completed a previous fenofibrate trial for PBC. Researchers a…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Xijing Hospital of Digestive Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a radioactive drug shrink Slow-Growing tumours?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether a radioactive drug called Lu-DOTA-TATE can shrink or slow neuroendocrine tumours — rare, slow-growing cancers that often spread before diagnosis. The drug delivers radiation directly to tumour cells that have a specific receptor on their surface. Research…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AHS Cancer Control Alberta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a targeted antibody slow advanced pancreatic cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests an experimental antibody, PBP1510, designed to block a protein called PAUF that may help pancreatic cancer grow. The study includes two parts: first, finding a safe dose of PBP1510 alone or with the chemotherapy gemcitabine; second, testing the best dose in a lar…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Prestige Biopharma Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dietary choice may unlock type 2 diabetes remission without drugs
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether a low-calorie or low-carbohydrate diet can help people with type 2 diabetes achieve remission—meaning blood sugar returns to normal without medication. One hundred adults aged 20–80 with type 2 diabetes and a BMI of 27 or higher will follow a structured d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Student pharmacists may hold the key to better diabetes control in older asian adults
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether student pharmacists can help older Asian adults (age 50+) with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes improve their blood sugar through lifestyle coaching, education, and adherence support. Participants will receive non-pharmacological guidance from student pharmac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a cancer vaccine prime the body to better fight liver tumors?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether giving a personalized dendritic cell vaccine before a standard liver-directed therapy (TACE) can improve outcomes for people with advanced liver cancer that has not responded to other treatments. The vaccine is made from the patient's own immune cells and…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a three-drug cocktail outsmart resistant prostate cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether combining three drugs—ZEN-3694, enzalutamide, and pembrolizumab—can shrink tumors or lower PSA levels in men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer that has worsened despite prior treatment. ZEN-3694 blocks a protein that fuels …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Rahul Aggarwal • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can two targeted drugs boost chemo against a rare Bile-Duct cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding either ramucirumab (a blood-vessel blocker) or merestinib (a cell-signal blocker) to standard chemotherapy (cisplatin + gemcitabine) can help people with advanced or metastatic biliary tract cancer live longer without their disease wor…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Digital dashboard aims to transform diabetes care for kids
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a digital platform called Haibu Diabetes helps children with type 1 diabetes manage their condition better. The platform collects health data from devices and shares it with patients, caregivers, and doctors through a single dashboard. Researchers will co…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug ST316 shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests an experimental drug called ST316, alone or with other cancer drugs, in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study focuses on tumors that may have abnormalities in a cell signaling pathway called WNT/β-catenin. The…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sapience Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Decades-Old parasite drug help fight pancreatic cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis phase I trial tests pyrvinium pamoate, a drug originally used to treat pinworm infections, in people with pancreatic cancer that can be surgically removed. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if it can slow tumor growth. Researchers will monitor side effects and meas…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common drug replace surgery for pituitary tumors?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether cabergoline, a drug already used for hormone-producing pituitary tumors, can shrink or slow the growth of non-functioning pituitary adenomas (NFPAs). These tumors do not produce excess hormones, so current treatment is limited to surgery or radiat…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: St. Olavs Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cow's first milk could be a lifeline for severe Alcohol-Related hepatitis
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial investigates whether bovine colostrum—the nutrient-rich first milk from cows—can improve survival in people with severe alcohol-associated hepatitis. The condition involves liver inflammation, a leaky gut, and a high risk of infection. Participants receive eith…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Dayanand Medical College and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Drug duo aims to starve thyroid tumors
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining two oral drugs—sorafenib and everolimus—can shrink tumors or slow disease in people with advanced thyroid cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. Sorafenib cuts off the tumor's blood supply, while everolimus blocks a protein that helps…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Three telehealth sessions could ease the burden of type 1 diabetes on families
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a brief, three-session telehealth program called the T1D Parent Check-In for parents of children (ages 8–17) newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. The program aims to help parents feel more confident, reduce family conflict, and improve the child's quality of lif…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a diabetes drug turn back the biological clock in HIV?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study investigates whether tirzepatide, a drug used for diabetes and weight loss, can reverse biological aging in people with HIV who are virally suppressed and have obesity. Participants receive tirzepatide for 25 weeks after a diet program. Researchers measure epigenetic a…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Clinical Trial Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune cell therapy takes on untreatable liver cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental treatment called GKL-006, made from a person's own immune cells (iNKT cells), for liver cancer that cannot be surgically removed. Participants receive GKL-006 injections along with a standard procedure that blocks the tumor's blood supply (TACE). …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Beijing Gene Key Life Technology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a lighter immunotherapy schedule keep advanced cancers in check?
Disease control OngoingThis trial is for people with advanced cancers who have already responded well to 6 months of standard immunotherapy. It compares continuing the same drugs at the usual frequency versus giving them every 3 months. The goal is to see if the reduced schedule can prevent cancer prog…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New targeted therapy aims at Hard-to-Treat bile duct cancers
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called SHR-A1811 in people with advanced biliary tract cancer that has HER2 expression or amplification and has stopped responding to earlier treatments. The drug is an antibody-drug conjugate designed to deliver a chemotherapy-like p…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jiangsu HengRui Medicine Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a diabetes drug reverse liver scarring?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether semaglutide, a drug already used for obesity and type 2 diabetes, can reduce liver scarring in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Participants are adults aged 40 to 80 who are overweight or have type 2 diabetes. The trial will also val…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple drug during brain surgery prevent Life-Threatening sodium swings?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis trial tests whether giving a low-dose infusion of desmopressin (dDAVP) during surgery for complex brain tumors around the pituitary gland can prevent dangerously high sodium levels (hypernatremia) in the first 24 hours after surgery. High sodium can cause brain bleeding, sei…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Zhaoyun Zhang • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Vaccine-Immunotherapy combo takes aim at Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining a vaccine that targets the p53 protein (p53MVA) with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab can shrink tumors in patients with recurrent ovarian, primary peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancer that has stopped responding to platinum-based ch…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Targeted chemotherapy pump takes fight directly to pancreatic cancer liver tumors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether delivering a chemotherapy drug called floxuridine directly to the liver through a surgically placed pump can better control tumors that have spread from pancreatic cancer. Participants also receive standard chemotherapy. The goal is to see if this combina…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Corewell Health West • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a triple therapy tackle diabetes, high blood pressure, and arthritis at once?
Disease control TerminatedThis study investigates whether adding two common drugs—valsartan (for high blood pressure) and celecoxib (for arthritis pain)—to standard metformin therapy can improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes. The trial enrolls adults with obesity, high blood pressure,…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: ARKAY Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a wearable sensor replace Finger-Sticks for hospital diabetes care?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) worn on the skin can accurately track blood sugar levels in hospitalized patients with diabetes who have just had major transplant surgery. The CGM measures glucose every 1-5 minutes, and researchers compare its readings…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart risk in hypoparathyroidism: could a Once-Daily injection protect arteries?
Disease control OngoingThis study investigates whether long-acting parathyroid hormone (PTH) analogues can reduce signs of early heart and blood vessel damage in adults with chronic hypoparathyroidism. Researchers will compare artery stiffness and heart function in people taking the PTH analogue palope…
Sponsor: National and Kapodistrian University of Athens • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Texts and tools could help liver transplant patients stay on track
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether technology and caregiver support can help liver transplant recipients take their medications correctly. Researchers will enroll 360 adults who received a liver transplant within the past 3 months. Participants will use a system called Way to Health, which…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pinpoint radiation may spare the brain in lung cancer that spreads
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether using highly focused radiation on each individual brain tumor, instead of radiating the whole brain, can control cancer spread while protecting memory and thinking. It enrolls people with small cell lung cancer who have 1 to 10 brain metastases. Researche…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sharper radiation boost aims to tackle head and neck cancers that return
Disease control OngoingThis phase 1 study tests whether adding a highly targeted, high-dose radiation boost (stereotactic body radiotherapy, or SBRT) to standard radiation and chemotherapy can safely treat head and neck cancer that has come back or spread. The trial includes two groups: patients whose …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a family-focused lifestyle program help teens avoid obesity and diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a culturally adapted program called Health Without Barriers/Salud Sin Barreras for teens aged 11–19 and their families in Northern Colorado. The program combines mindfulness, nutrition education, physical activity, and parenting support over several sessions. Res…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Colorado State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common diabetes drug boost chemotherapy against pancreatic cancer?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis phase 2 trial investigates whether adding sitagliptin, a diabetes medication, to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel) can improve outcomes for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has not been treated before. The study enrolls 30 adults with locally …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could fewer dressing changes be safer? trial tests biweekly PICC care for chemo patients
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis trial compares changing the dressing on a PICC line (a type of central catheter) every week versus every two weeks in people with colon or pancreas cancer receiving chemotherapy. The goal is to see if less frequent changes are just as safe, with no increase in skin injuries,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Català d'Oncologia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells and a virus team up against tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new approach for people with advanced pancreatic or ovarian cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. Participants receive a single infusion of their own immune cells, engineered to recognize and attack cancer cells (huCART-meso), along …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can early parent coaching help infants with rare genetic disorders thrive?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a program called PIXI that coaches parents of infants diagnosed with rare neurogenetic disorders (such as Fragile X, Angelman, or Down syndrome) during the first year of life. The program combines education about the disorder, guided parent-child interaction acti…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: RTI International • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Chemotherapy sprayed directly into the abdomen: a new attack on stubborn cancers
Disease control OngoingThis phase 1 trial tests a new method of delivering chemotherapy for people with cancers that have spread to the lining of the abdomen (peritoneal carcinomatosis) from gastrointestinal cancers like colorectal, stomach, or pancreatic cancer. The drug, nanoliposomal irinotecan (Oni…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a fiber from agave help tame type 2 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether taking agave inulin, a natural fiber, for eight weeks can improve blood sugar control and increase healthy gut bacteria in adults with type 2 diabetes. Participants receive either 10 grams of agave inulin or a placebo daily. Researchers measure changes in…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad Autonoma de Queretaro • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diabetes drug may double as brain protector in new trial
Disease control OngoingThis study investigates whether SGLT2 inhibitors, a class of diabetes medications, can slow cognitive decline in people aged 50 and older with type 2 diabetes. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either standard diabetes care plus an SGLT2 inhibitor (empagliflozin or da…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Primorska • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple diabetes pill before surgery reduce complications?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether people with type 2 diabetes who take their usual metformin on the morning of surgery have better blood sugar control and fewer problems like infections. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either metformin or a placebo before their operation. Th…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Digital assistant aims to close gaps in hereditary cancer care
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis trial tests a digital tool that helps doctors and patients manage cancer risks linked to hereditary syndromes like BRCA-related breast/ovarian cancer and Lynch syndrome. The tool provides personalized recommendations during primary care visits. Researchers compare care gaps,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: HealthPartners Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to boost Chemotherapy's punch against pancreatic cancer
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether adding an experimental drug called AMP945 to standard chemotherapy (nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine) can improve tumor shrinkage in people with advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The study has two parts: first, finding the best d…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Amplia Therapeutics Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at multiple Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests a therapy called CEA CAR-T, which uses a patient's own immune cells modified to recognize and attack cancer cells that carry a protein called CEA. It is for adults aged 18-75 with advanced or recurrent solid tumors (such as lung, colorectal, liver, pancreatic, ga…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chongqing Precision Biotech Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double-Action antibody takes on Hard-to-Treat neuroendocrine cancers
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests a new drug called PM8002, a bispecific antibody that targets two proteins (PD-L1 and VEGF) involved in tumor growth and immune evasion. It is given together with standard chemotherapy (FOLFIRI) to people with advanced neuroendocrine tumors that have wors…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Biotheus Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis trial investigates a new type of immunotherapy for people with advanced cancers that carry a specific marker called NY-ESO-1. Researchers take a patient's own T cells, modify them in the lab to better recognize and attack cancer cells, and then infuse them back. The study al…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Roswell Park Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Personalized vaccine plus chemo cocktail aims to outsmart advanced ovarian cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether adding a personalized vaccine and immune-boosting drugs to standard chemotherapy can help the body fight advanced ovarian cancer more effectively. Participants receive chemotherapy directly into the abdomen along with oral medication and injections of a v…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Roswell Park Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which endometrioma treatment best protects fertility?
Disease control TerminatedThis study compares three common approaches for managing endometriomas (ovarian cysts caused by endometriosis): surgical removal, daily hormone therapy with dienogest, or regular ultrasound monitoring. Researchers will measure how each option affects ovarian reserve—a key marker …
Sponsor: University of Valencia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hormone blocker aims to pause early puberty in children
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a long-acting injection of leuprolide acetate in children with central precocious puberty, a condition where puberty starts too early. The goal is to suppress puberty-related hormones, slowing or stopping early development. The study includes children aged 4 to 9…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: HanAll BioPharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug duo aims to outsmart resistant ovarian cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding an experimental drug called etigilimab to the immunotherapy nivolumab can help control clear cell ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancers that no longer respond to platinum chemotherapy. The study enrolls about 23 adults with…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Once-Daily steroid pill improve blood sugar control in Dual-Disease patients?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether taking hydrocortisone once a day (as a dual-release pill) leads to more stable blood sugar levels compared to the standard three-times-a-day regimen in adults who have both insulin-treated diabetes and Addison's disease. Participants will try both schedul…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vastra Gotaland Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Two-Drug combo aims to cure chronic hepatitis b
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving two experimental drugs in sequence can achieve a functional cure for chronic hepatitis B. Participants are adults with chronic HBV who are already on standard antiviral therapy. They will receive either one of two doses of daplusiran/tomligisiran f…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Two-Drug combo takes aim at deadly thyroid cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests the safety and tolerability of combining two drugs—trametinib and paclitaxel—in people with anaplastic thyroid cancer, a rare and fast-growing cancer that is difficult to treat. The study aims to see how this drug pair affects tumor growth and shrinka…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune cells Re-Trained to fight Drug-Resistant ovarian cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial investigates whether a patient's own immune cells, called tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs), can be re-stimulated in the lab and infused back to fight platinum-resistant ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer. Participants receive their r…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple legume soup help tame blood sugar?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a soup made from boiled legume seed coats can help control blood sugar in people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. Participants drink the soup daily for 30 days. Researchers measure changes in blood sugar, cholesterol, and markers of inflammation and o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: JSS MEDICAL COLLEGE, JSS ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND RESEARCH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cocktail aims to stall ovarian cancer
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether adding durvalumab (an immunotherapy) and olaparib (a targeted drug) to standard chemotherapy and bevacizumab can help people with newly diagnosed advanced ovarian cancer live longer without their cancer growing. About 1,400 participants are involv…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a week of antibiotics stop joint infections after replacement surgery?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether taking a 7-day course of oral antibiotics after hip or knee replacement surgery can prevent joint infections in patients at higher risk due to conditions like obesity, diabetes, or autoimmune disease. About 4,600 participants will receive one of three ant…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug duo aims to stall pancreatic cancer after chemo
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether combining two drugs—SX-682 and nivolumab—can safely help people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has not worsened after at least 16 weeks of first-line chemotherapy. The main goal is to find the highest tolerable dose of SX-682 when given with nivol…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets bile duct cancer that resists standard treatments
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests an oral drug called tinengotinib against standard treatments chosen by the doctor for people with advanced bile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma) that has a specific genetic alteration (FGFR) and has stopped responding to chemotherapy and an FGFR inhibitor…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: TransThera Sciences (Nanjing), Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy added to standard drugs may fight aggressive thyroid cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug cemiplimab to the usual combination of dabrafenib and trametinib can shrink tumors in people with a rare and aggressive form of thyroid cancer called anaplastic thyroid cancer. Participants have a specific genetic mutation (B…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug duo takes on tough liver cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether combining two drugs, domvanalimab and zimberelimab, can shrink or control advanced liver and bile duct cancers that have stopped responding to earlier treatments. About 58 adults with these cancers will receive the drug combination. The main goal is to se…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart insulin dosing system aims to simplify diabetes management
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a system that combines a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) with daily insulin dose recommendations for people with type 2 diabetes who are starting basal insulin. Participants wear a Dexcom CGM sensor and receive suggested insulin doses through the DexBasal system…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: DexCom, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can Metal-Stripping infusions save diabetic limbs and hearts?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether a chelation therapy infusion—a cocktail that removes toxic metals from the blood—can reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and leg amputations in people with diabetes and critical limb ischemia (severe blockage in leg arteries). Half of the 50 partic…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Mt. Sinai Medical Center, Miami • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental combo targets Hard-to-Treat pancreatic cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding galeterone to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine) can shrink tumors or slow disease in people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has not responded to prior treatments. The study enrolls about 15 adults with metastatic disease who have alr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could asking three simple questions improve diabetes control?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether the Ask Me 3® educational program, which encourages patients to ask three key questions during doctor visits, can improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. Participants are randomly assigned to receive the program plus standard care or s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Maria Elena Romero Ibarguengoitia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fish oil fights diabetes? study tests Omega-3s for blood sugar control
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study investigates whether omega-3 fatty acids, natural fats found in fish and flaxseed, can help manage blood sugar and reduce inflammation in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Participants take omega-3 supplements or a placebo for 28 days, and researchers meas…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Ulster • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cash and healthy food incentives tested to fight diabetes in food-insecure adults
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving financial incentives — including monthly cash, rewards for buying healthy food, and bonuses for lowering blood sugar — can improve diabetes control in adults who also struggle with food insecurity. Participants receive diabetes education and are ra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New immunotherapy combo aims to tackle tough lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called SHR-1316, given as a shot under the skin, together with standard chemotherapy (carboplatin and etoposide) in people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer who have not had prior treatment. The study looks at how the dr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Suzhou Suncadia Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could changing carbs and adding fiber improve blood sugar in type 1 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis study explores how different amounts of carbohydrates and a fiber supplement called inulin-FOS affect blood sugar control in adults with type 1 diabetes. Participants will try three two-week diets: one with 30% carbs, one with 50-55% carbs, and one with 50-55% carbs plus inu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hacettepe University • 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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New drug combo aims to fight untreatable liver cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests a combination of two immunotherapy drugs, durvalumab and tremelimumab, as the first treatment for people with advanced liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The study involves 214 Chinese patients and will measure safety, side effects, and how w…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New resilience program aims to help african americans take control of diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a culturally tailored education program for African Americans with type 2 diabetes. The program teaches resilience and self-management skills through group sessions led by nurses, plus support groups and booster sessions. Researchers are tracking blood sugar leve…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Texas at Austin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New hope: drug before surgery may shrink ovarian tumors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether the drug olaparib, given before surgery, can shrink tumors in women with recurrent ovarian cancer that has come back after at least 6 months. About 71 participants will receive either olaparib or standard chemotherapy before surgery. Researchers will meas…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Diabetes pill could slash heart attack risk in millions
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether a daily semaglutide tablet can safely reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and related deaths in over 21,000 adults with type 2 diabetes who have never had a heart attack or stroke. Participants take either semaglutide or a placebo pill for sev…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Oxford • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a 12-Week program reverse type 2 diabetes in family doctor offices?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a short-term program combining health coaching and medication can help people with type 2 diabetes achieve remission without surgery. It involves 118 adults diagnosed within the last 5 years, recruited from a primary care clinic in Hamilton, Ontario. The …
Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a blood injection reboot ovaries? small trial tests PRP for fertility
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether injecting a woman's own platelet-rich plasma (PRP) into the ovary can help restore function in women with premature ovarian insufficiency (early menopause). 35 women under 40 will receive PRP in one ovary and a saline placebo in the other. The main goal i…
Sponsor: ART Fertility Clinics LLC • 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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Drug duo targets Hard-to-Treat IDH-Mutated tumors
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining two drugs—olaparib and durvalumab—can shrink or control solid tumors that have an IDH mutation. The study includes adults with certain brain tumors (glioma) or bile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma) that have not responded well to prior t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tackle Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests an experimental drug called TRK-950 in combination with several standard anti-cancer treatments for people with advanced solid tumors, including colorectal, bladder, ovarian, and other cancers. The main goal is to find safe doses and understand side effects. Part…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Toray Industries, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Can a common supplement ease arthritis pain and lower blood sugar?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether acetyl L-carnitine, a dietary supplement, can help reduce pain, inflammation, and improve blood sugar control in obese, diabetic, postmenopausal women with osteoarthritis. One hundred women will take either the supplement or a placebo for 12 weeks, alongs…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Khyber Medical University Peshawar • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Japanese study monitors safety of samsca for SIADH patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tracks the safety of the drug Samsca (tolvaptan) in 300 Japanese patients with low sodium levels caused by SIADH. Researchers will record any side effects or special situations that occur during routine use. The goal is to confirm the drug's safety in real-world settin…
Sponsor: Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Stem cell infusion aims to buy time for kids with fatal brain disease
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tests whether a single infusion of donated mesenchymal stem cells is safe for children with cerebral adrenoleukodystrophy (cALD), a rare and life-threatening brain disease. The stem cells are given as a temporary bridge to buy time before a more definitive …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New immunotherapy cocktail aims to outsmart biliary cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (sintilimab and ipilimumab) plus chemotherapy (albumin-bound paclitaxel and gemcitabine) as a first treatment for people with advanced bile duct or gallbladder cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The stu…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New immunotherapy combo aims to stop liver cancer return after surgery
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether eparlitozoviril, a drug that blocks two immune checkpoints (PD-1 and CTLA-4), can prevent liver cancer from coming back after surgery in patients with microvascular invasion (MVI), a high-risk feature. About 60 participants will receive the drug …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Epigenetic drug may re-sensitize liver tumors to immunotherapy
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial investigates whether adding an epigenetic drug (CXD101) to an immunotherapy (Geptanolimab) can help patients with advanced liver cancer whose disease has stopped responding to prior checkpoint inhibitors. The study enrolls about 26 adults with hepatocellular ca…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Stephen Chan Lam • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a common MS drug help people with a rare nerve disease walk better?
Disease control OngoingThis clinical trial is testing whether dimethyl fumarate, a drug already used for multiple sclerosis, can improve balance and walking in adults with adrenomyeloneuropathy (AMN), a rare nerve disease. Forty participants will take either the drug or a placebo daily for 36 months, w…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pujol, Aurora, M.D. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to tame type 1 diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether a combination of two drugs, sotagliflozin and volagidemab, can improve blood sugar control in adults with type 1 diabetes. The 24 participants will receive both drugs or a placebo in a crossover design. The goal is to see if this approach can help ma…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New targeted therapy hopes to shrink Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called mirvetuximab soravtansine in Japanese patients with advanced ovarian cancer or other solid tumors that have a specific protein (folate receptor alpha). The drug is designed to target and kill cancer cells while sparing healthy ones. The trial has tw…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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High-Dose chemo with stem cell transplant tested against standard therapy for tough germ cell cancers
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial compares two chemotherapy approaches for people with germ cell tumors that have returned or not responded to initial treatment. One group receives standard-dose chemotherapy with paclitaxel, ifosfamide, and cisplatin (TIP). The other receives high-dose chemothe…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for tough lung cancer: drug plus radiation combo shows promise in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early study tests whether combining a drug called lurbinectedin with radiation therapy is safe for people with small cell lung cancer that has one new tumor after initial treatment. The drug works by damaging cancer cell DNA, similar to radiation. The goal is to see if this …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New cocktail of Liver-Directed chemo and immunotherapy targets deadly bile duct cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of liver-directed chemotherapy (irinotecan liposome plus 5-FU/LV) with targeted therapy (lenvatinib) and immunotherapy (PD-1 inhibitors) as a first treatment for advanced intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, a rare and aggressive bile duct cance…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a hormone shield bile ducts in transplanted livers?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis trial investigates whether adding secretin—a hormone that helps produce bicarbonate—during machine perfusion of donor livers can restore the protective 'bicarbonate umbrella' in bile ducts. Researchers will treat up to 20 donor livers with secretin while they are kept on a m…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Brain radiation may be skipped in lung cancer: new trial tests safer monitoring
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether using MRI brain scans alone to watch for cancer spread is as good as combining MRI with preventive brain radiation in people with small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if avoiding radiation can reduce side effects and help patients live longer. About…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: SWOG Cancer Research Network • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Could a stomach drug help fight pancreatic cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis trial investigates whether adding proglumide, a drug that blocks cholecystokinin receptors, to standard chemotherapy can improve treatment for metastatic pancreatic cancer. About 30 adults with advanced pancreatic cancer will receive either proglumide or a placebo alongside …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Surgery vs. diet: which tames diabetes better?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two types of weight-loss surgery (gastric bypass and gastric banding) with an intensive diet and exercise program for controlling type 2 diabetes in moderately obese adults aged 25 to 55. The goal is to see which approach works best for improving diabetes and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 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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Cold climate liver cancer study tests new drug combos
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at how well immunotherapy drug combinations work for people with liver cancer living in cold parts of China. Researchers will track 1,000 patients to see if these treatments help them live longer and slow cancer growth. The goal is to find the best treatment plan…
Sponsor: Harbin Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Can smartphone apps and continuous glucose monitors help tame type 2 diabetes?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) along with a mobile app can help people with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar better than standard care. Sixty adults will be randomly assigned to either the digital tool group or usual care, and their …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Time-Restricted eating: a new weapon against diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether time-restricted eating (eating all meals within an 8-10 hour window each day) can help people with type 2 diabetes better control their blood sugar and improve heart health. About 60 adults with type 2 diabetes will either follow their usual care or add t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Which catheter delivers better chemo to liver tumors? small trial aims to find out
Disease control OngoingThis trial compares two FDA-approved catheters used during TACE, a procedure that delivers chemotherapy directly to liver tumors. Twelve participants with liver cancer or neuroendocrine tumors will receive two TACE procedures, each using a different catheter. The goal is to see w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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AI coach on your phone aims to tame pregnancy diabetes
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether an AI-based counseling program on a smartphone can help women with gestational diabetes manage their condition. 80 pregnant women will either get standard nutrition advice or AI-powered guidance. The goal is to see if the AI approach leads to healthier bi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New combo targets KRAS lung cancer in patients who Can't have surgery
Disease control OngoingThis trial is testing a combination of the immunotherapy drug tislelizumab plus two chemotherapy drugs (albumin-bound paclitaxel and a platinum agent) in 30 people with a specific type of lung cancer called KRAS-mutant non-small cell lung cancer. The participants have advanced or…
Sponsor: Guangzhou Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New radioactive beads aim to outperform standard liver cancer therapy
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial compares a new treatment called NRT6003 (tiny radioactive beads) against the standard chemoembolization (cTACE) for people with liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. About 108 participants will receive either the new beads or the standard procedure. T…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Chengdu New Radiomedicine Technology Co. LTD. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Triple threat: drug cocktail and precision radiation take on tough bile duct cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests a combination of two drugs (anlotinib and cadonilimab) plus a special type of radiation (PULSAR) in 26 people with advanced bile duct cancer that has worsened after standard treatment. The goal is to see if this triple therapy can shrink tumors and contr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can immune cells help islet transplants work better for diabetes?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis early-phase trial tests whether adding immune cells—either the patient's own regulatory T cells or donor bone marrow cells—to a standard islet transplant can improve blood sugar control in people with brittle type 1 diabetes. About 24 adults aged 18 to 70 will receive one of…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Promising combo for Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer never got off the ground
Disease control TerminatedThis study was designed to test whether a new drug called M4344, combined with the PARP inhibitor niraparib, could be safe and effective for women with recurrent ovarian cancer that had stopped responding to PARP inhibitors. The plan was to enroll women with advanced ovarian, pri…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Can a formula diet reverse fatty liver damage?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a special formula diet can help people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NASH) lose weight and improve liver health. About 20 overweight adults will follow the diet to see if it reduces liver fat and scarring. The goal is to find a safe, effective w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West German Center of Diabetes and Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New hope for lung cancer: YL201 takes on relapsed SCLC in major trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 study compares a new drug called YL201 to the standard treatment topotecan in 438 adults with relapsed small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if YL201 helps people live longer. Participants receive either YL201 by infusion every three weeks or topotecan by inject…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: MediLink Therapeutics (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New hope for tough lung cancer: Dual-Action drug combo in final testing
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests a new drug called PM8002, which targets the immune system and tumor blood vessels, combined with the chemotherapy paclitaxel. It is for people with small cell lung cancer whose disease has worsened after initial treatment. The study involves 404 participa…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Biotheus Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New MRI dye could help detect pancreatic cancer early
Diagnosis TerminatedThis pilot study tests whether a special MRI dye called hyperpolarized 13-C-pyruvate can help doctors tell the difference between harmless and dangerous pancreatic cysts. About 20 adults with pancreatic cysts who are scheduled for surgery will receive the dye and have an MRI scan…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test could predict who faces rapid kidney decline in diabetes
Diagnosis OngoingThis trial tests whether a blood-based test called KidneyIntelX can help doctors better manage patients with type 2 diabetes and early-stage chronic kidney disease. The test estimates the risk of rapid kidney function decline over five years. Researchers will see if using this te…
Sponsor: Renalytix AI, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A high-tech camera may take the guesswork out of spotting a dangerous surgery complication
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests whether two imaging tools—laser speckle contrast imaging (LSCI) and digital thermography—can objectively grade mesenteric traction syndrome (MTS), a frequent complication during abdominal surgery that causes low blood pressure, rapid heart rate, and facial flushi…
Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New imaging technique targets Hard-to-Find cancers
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study aimed to test a new two-step PET imaging method to better detect cancers that produce a substance called CA19-9, such as pancreatic, bladder, and gastrointestinal tumors. The plan was to give patients an antibody followed by a radioactive tracer to highlight cancer cel…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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MRI screening may spot pancreatic cancer sooner in High-Risk gene carriers
Diagnosis OngoingThis pilot study is testing whether routine MRI scans can find early signs of pancreatic cancer in people who carry BRCA, ATM, or PALB2 gene mutations, which raise their risk. About 250 participants will undergo MRI, MRCP, endoscopic ultrasound, and provide blood, tissue, and sal…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New CT technique may spot Hard-to-Find gut tumors
Diagnosis OngoingThis study looks at whether a special type of CT scan, called dual energy CT, can better detect carcinoid tumors in the digestive system. About 71 people with signs or confirmed carcinoid tumors will get this scan during a routine check-up. The goal is to see if this imaging meth…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new ultrasound technique spot hidden pancreatic cancers earlier?
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study evaluates a new diagnostic procedure called LINFU® to see if it can detect early pancreatic cancer and precancerous changes (dysplasia) in people with intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm (IPMN), a condition that raises the risk of pancreatic cancer. Participants wi…
Sponsor: Adenocyte, LLC • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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A sound wave that could expose hidden pancreatic cancer?
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis trial is testing a new, noninvasive method called LINFU® that uses low-intensity ultrasound to stimulate the pancreas, helping to collect pancreatic juice for analysis. The goal is to see if this approach can detect early, asymptomatic pancreatic cancer and precancerous lesi…
Sponsor: Adenocyte, LLC • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could a home sugar test replace the clinic visit for diabetes diagnosis?
Diagnosis OngoingThis study compares a self-administered oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) at home using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) with the standard clinic-based OGTT. 75 adults with prediabetes will undergo both tests to see if the home version accurately diagnoses blood sugar problems…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Linkoeping University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A drop of blood could spot a deadly liver disease in newborns
Diagnosis TerminatedThis trial is testing whether a dry blood spot test—using a tiny sample from a newborn's heel—can screen for biliary atresia, a serious liver condition that blocks bile flow. The test measures certain biomarkers (direct bilirubin, γ-GT, and MMP-7) that may be elevated in affected…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple blood test may flag hidden insulin problems in PCOS
Diagnosis OngoingThis study looks at whether a protein called ApoC3 in the blood can help identify insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a common cause of infertility and other health issues. Researchers will measure ApoC3 levels in 200 women with PCOS and compare the…
Sponsor: Guangdong Women and Children Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ultrasound, CT, and MRI put to the test for identifying childhood neck lumps
Diagnosis OngoingThis study investigates how well different imaging methods—ultrasound, CT, and MRI—can identify the cause of neck swellings in children. Researchers will compare imaging results with the final diagnosis from biopsy, lab tests, or follow-up. The goal is to see if imaging can relia…
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple clinic Check-In change catch hidden high blood pressure and diabetes?
Diagnosis OngoingThis trial tests whether improving how clinics measure and record blood pressure, height, and weight can help identify people with undiagnosed hypertension or diabetes. About 800 adults visiting family medicine clinics will be part of a study where some clinics use the FOR-Care m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test aims to outshine ultrasound for liver cancer detection
Diagnosis OngoingThis trial is testing a blood test that looks for DNA markers of liver cancer in people with liver cirrhosis, who are at high risk for developing the disease. The test is compared to standard ultrasound to see which method is better at detecting liver cancer. If the blood test pr…
Sponsor: Helio Genomics • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New PET tracer could spot cancers that standard scans overlook
Diagnosis OngoingThis phase 1 trial is testing a new imaging tracer called 68Ga-FAPI-46 to see where it collects in normal and cancerous tissues. About 30 people with various solid tumors or blood cancers will receive the tracer and then undergo a PET/CT scan. The goal is to understand how the tr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Newborn screening study aims to catch rare diseases at birth
Diagnosis OngoingThis study offers voluntary screening for newborns in North Carolina to detect a wide range of rare health conditions early. Using a small blood sample already collected at birth, the program tests for dozens of disorders, including spinal muscular atrophy, cystic fibrosis, and m…
Sponsor: RTI International • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI could spot liver cancer types and predict survival without needle biopsy
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is developing an artificial intelligence system that combines CT/MRI scans, lab results, and radiology reports to help diagnose liver cancer and predict how patients will fare after surgery. The AI aims to distinguish benign from malignant liver lesions and differentia…
Sponsor: Guangxi Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a safer scan replace standard CT for testicular cancer Follow-Up?
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests whether low-dose CT scans can detect testicular cancer recurrence as well as standard CT scans, but with much less radiation. About 251 men with stage I testicular cancer will be monitored using low-dose CT. If it works, patients could avoid the long-term risks o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Simple blood test could spot hidden liver damage before It's too late
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is testing a two-step screening process to find liver scarring (fibrosis) in people aged 40 and older who have risk factors like heavy drinking, diabetes, or metabolic syndrome but no known liver disease. First, participants get a blood test to calculate a FIB-4 score;…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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AI could help ultrasound spot ovarian cancer earlier
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is testing whether artificial intelligence can help ultrasound scans better detect ovarian cancer in postmenopausal women. About 100 women with certain types of ovarian cysts will have their ultrasound images analyzed by AI. The goal is to see if the AI can match or be…
Sponsor: IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Ovarian cancer recurrence detection study pulled before starting
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study was designed to see if a blood test called the ROMA score could find ovarian cancer coming back sooner than the usual CA125 test. The goal was to catch recurrences early, which might allow less invasive surgery and improve quality of life. However, the study was withdr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Wearable glucose monitor may supercharge lifestyle change in prediabetes
Prevention OngoingThis trial tests whether adding a real-time continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to a YMCA healthy lifestyle program helps adults with prediabetes improve their glucose levels, diet, and physical activity. Participants attend health coaching sessions and YMCA classes, with some weari…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Young Men's Christian Association of the Blue Water Area • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Probiotics may shield preterm infants from fatal gut infection
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether giving probiotics to preterm babies (born before 35 weeks) can prevent necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), a severe gut infection. About 196 infants will receive either probiotics or a placebo within 24 hours of birth. The main goal is to see if fewer babies…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hayatabad Medical Complex • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New digital outreach aims to prevent diabetes in moms after pregnancy
Prevention ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis trial tests an online program to help women who had gestational diabetes get the recommended diabetes screening and lifestyle programs after giving birth. The program includes standard health information plus optional interactive components like values reflection and persona…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a vaccine stop cancer before it starts in BRCA carriers?
Prevention OngoingThis early-stage study tests an experimental vaccine designed to prevent cancer in adults with BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutations. The vaccine is given alone or with another drug, followed by a mild electric pulse to help it enter cells. Researchers want to see if it is safe and wheth…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can free groceries and cooking classes stop diabetes before it starts?
Prevention OngoingThis pilot study will test whether providing Mediterranean diet groceries plus virtual nutrition classes helps overweight adults at risk for type 2 diabetes improve their diet and lose weight. Forty participants in the US South will be randomly assigned to receive either weekly g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can cooking classes cut heart risk? new study tests community approach
Prevention OngoingThis study explores whether a community-based cooking program can help African-American adults at risk for heart disease cook and eat healthier. About 43 participants from Washington, D.C. will take surveys, attend cooking classes led by a chef, and track their eating habits. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wearable tech could stop Post-Pregnancy diabetes in its tracks
Prevention OngoingThis trial tests whether giving women who had gestational diabetes a continuous glucose monitor and a FitBit can help them adopt healthier habits and prevent type 2 diabetes. Participants will wear the sensor for up to 14 days and use the tracker to monitor their activity. The st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: KK Women's and Children's Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Hoops for health: could basketball boost diabetes prevention?
Prevention OngoingThis trial tests whether adding recreational basketball to the standard National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) helps adults aged 18-44 with prediabetes lose more weight, lower blood sugar, and become more active. Participants are randomly assigned to either the standard prog…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kaiser Permanente • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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School program aims to shield kids from everyday chemicals
Prevention OngoingThis study tests if teaching children and parents about avoiding certain chemicals (like BPA) can actually lower the levels found in kids' urine. About 700 children aged 6 to 8 in Belgium and Spain will take part in a school program over two and a half years. The goal is to see i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sciensano • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Quitting smoking may also ward off diabetes — a trial puts the dual strategy to the test
Prevention OngoingThis trial investigates whether a smoking cessation program that also helps control weight can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes in people who smoke and have prediabetes. Participants receive varenicline (a quit-smoking medication) along with personalized coaching on …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Training the immune system to hunt down leftover liver cancer cells
Prevention OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether a vaccine made from a patient's own dendritic cells — immune cells trained to recognize liver cancer — can prevent the cancer from returning after surgical removal of the tumor. About 74 adults with a high risk of recurrence will receive the vacci…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Peer-led prevention: can gancheros help stop HIV, hepatitis c, and overdose in NYC?
Prevention OngoingThis pilot trial tests whether training Gancheros—people who provide injection services in exchange for money or drugs—can lower HIV, hepatitis C, and overdose risks among migrant Puerto Rican people who inject drugs in New York City. Gancheros will attend six sessions on prevent…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: North Jersey AIDS Alliance dba North Jersey Community Research Initiative (NJCRI) • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wearable insoles warn of foot pressure to stop diabetic ulcers
Prevention OngoingThis trial tests a wearable insole system that monitors foot pressure, temperature, and movement, giving real-time alerts to help users shift weight and avoid injury. The study includes people with type 1 or 2 diabetes who have nerve damage and a recent history of healed foot ulc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can head radiation stop lung cancer from spreading to the brain?
Prevention TerminatedThis study compares two different doses of radiation aimed at the head (prophylactic cranial irradiation) to see which is better at preventing brain metastases in people with small cell lung cancer. Participants had their lung cancer diagnosed within the past year and have alread…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple addition to gallbladder surgery help prevent ovarian cancer?
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether removing the fallopian tubes during planned gallbladder removal surgery is safe for women aged 45 and older. The goal is to see if this extra step can help prevent ovarian cancer without causing more complications. About 300 women will take part, with hal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Hope for pancreatic cancer prevention: old drug, new trial
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether the anti-inflammatory drug sulindac can prevent high-risk pancreatic cysts (IPMNs) from progressing to pancreatic cancer. About 100 adults with these cysts will receive either sulindac or a placebo for up to 3 years, alongside standard monitoring. The goa…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Diabetes coach may ease stress for families of newly diagnosed kids
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether having a diabetes coach for 6 months can improve quality of life for families of children (16 or younger) recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. About 60 families will either get a coach or standard care. Researchers will check stress levels at 6, 12…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can an arthritis drug quiet the pain of chronic pancreatitis?
Symptom relief OngoingThis trial tests whether tocilizumab, an anti-inflammatory drug used for arthritis, can reduce pain and improve quality of life in people with chronic pancreatitis. Participants receive either tocilizumab or a placebo every four weeks for 24 weeks. The study measures changes in p…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Soren Schou Olesen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a blood flow 'Tourniquet' workout repair diabetic nerve damage?
Symptom relief OngoingThis trial tests whether blood flow restriction (BFR) training—exercising with a cuff that partially limits blood flow—can improve blood sugar control, nerve function, pain, and quality of life in people with type 2 diabetes and peripheral neuropathy. Participants will be randoml…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Superior University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New telehealth program aims to ease diabetes burden for rural families
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a program called REAL-Fam, designed to help families in rural areas manage a child's type 1 diabetes. About 16 families will either receive 12 telehealth sessions focused on diabetes routines and family participation, or just 3 basic check-in meetings. The goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Video workouts before pancreatic surgery: a new hope?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a supervised, video-based exercise program done at home during chemotherapy can help people with pancreatic cancer get stronger before surgery. About 58 patients will take part. The goal is to see if the program is safe and helps improve recovery.
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New stent study aims to ease jaundice in cancer patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looks at whether a special stent (Hot AXIOS) can improve quality of life for people with bile duct blockages caused by cancer, when standard drainage fails. About 162 adults will receive the stent during an endoscopic procedure. The main goal is to see if jaundice symp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Scientific Corporation • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug could soothe unbearable itch in rare liver conditions
Symptom relief OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether maralixibat, an oral solution, can safely reduce severe itching (pruritus) in children and adults with rare cholestatic liver diseases. The study enrolls 90 participants aged 6 months and older who have not responded to other treatments. Over 20 w…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Mirum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Teens with diabetes try art therapy to boost mental health
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether an 8-week arts-based storytelling workshop can improve social connection, identity, and emotional well-being in adolescents and young adults with diabetes. Ten participants aged 16-25 will attend weekly sessions involving writing, drawing, and group discu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to help seniors master glucose monitors
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a remote education program called REST, designed to help adults aged 65 and older with insulin-treated diabetes start and keep using continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). The goal is to reduce dangerous low blood sugar episodes and improve overall glucose control. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smartwatch and nutrition coaching ease cirrhosis symptoms?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a home monitoring program called LiverWatch for people with advanced liver disease (cirrhosis). Participants get a Fitbit, personalized nutrition advice, and weekly check-ins to boost activity and manage symptoms. The goal is to see if this approach improves qual…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Press play on better health: could recording doctor visits boost Self-Care in seniors?
Symptom relief OngoingThis trial tests whether giving older adults with diabetes and other chronic conditions audio recordings of their clinic visits helps them take a more active role in their own care. Participants either receive these recordings for a year or standard after-visit summaries. The stu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple hat make jaundice treatment kinder for newborns?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a special hat with built-in goggles can make phototherapy more comfortable for full-term newborns with jaundice, compared to standard eye patches. Researchers will measure the babies' comfort levels, bilirubin changes, treatment duration, and parental sat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Vitamin d drug may ease chronic pancreatitis pain
Symptom relief OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether paricalcitol, a vitamin D analog, can improve quality of life in adults with chronic pancreatitis. Researchers will enroll 24 participants to take either the drug or a placebo for 12 months. The main goal is to see if the study is feasible and…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a personal coach at home boost energy for cancer patients?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a supervised, home-based exercise program can help people with metastatic cancer who are starting oral targeted therapy. Participants are randomly assigned to either a weekly 60-minute session with a trained coach or to a booklet with exercise recommendat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a placental patch make neck surgery scars heal better?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether placing a placental-based allograft called Amnioeffect on the surgical wound improves scar appearance, pain, and swallowing after thyroid or parathyroid surgery. About 334 adults will be enrolled, with half receiving the graft and half getting standard ca…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sarasota Memorial Health Care System • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an epidural pump beat IV painkillers after liver surgery?
Symptom relief OngoingThis trial compares two ways to control pain after open liver surgery: an epidural pump that delivers pain medicine near the spine, versus a standard IV pump. About 230 adults having elective open liver resection will be randomly assigned to one method. The goal is to see which a…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Prebiotic drink may tame After-Meal blood sugar spikes
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a prebiotic supplement called galacto-oligosaccharide (GOS) can lower blood sugar spikes after eating. Fifty healthy adults will drink either a GOS supplement or a glucose control beverage, and their blood sugar and insulin levels will be measured over se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Aberdeen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Home monitoring may keep cancer patients out of the ER
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether using telemedicine and remote monitoring can help people with advanced digestive cancers manage chemotherapy side effects at home, reducing the need for emergency room visits and hospital stays. About 750 patients and their caregivers will receive enhance…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app lift the emotional burden of type 2 diabetes?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a self-guided digital program called covivio to help adults with type 2 diabetes manage emotional distress tied to their condition. About 250 participants will either use the app alongside their usual care or continue with usual care alone. The goal is to see if …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gaia AG • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a simple blood test predict clot risk in PCOS?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether different types of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) have different blood clotting profiles. Researchers will measure several biological markers in blood samples from women with PCOS and compare them based on the presence of insulin resistance. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fondation Hôpital Saint-Joseph • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for diabetes genes in large study
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at the genetic and molecular factors behind type 2 diabetes, obesity, and related complications like kidney disease. Researchers will collect health information, blood and urine samples, and perform tests like eye exams and ultrasounds from over 2,300 adults, foc…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can a program get rural PA moving? 880 volunteers test new strategies
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at ways to help adults in rural Pennsylvania become more physically active. It includes 880 people who are overweight, have type 2 diabetes, or are not very active. Researchers will track activity levels using questionnaires and wearable devices to see what works…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Massive cancer screening trial aims to cut deaths
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing whether regular screening for prostate, lung, colorectal, and ovarian cancers can reduce deaths from these diseases. About 154,900 men and women aged 55-74 were randomly assigned to either get screened or receive usual care. Researchers are tracking cancer c…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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App aims to boost nutrition for GLP-1 users
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a smartphone app designed to help adults taking GLP-1 medications for obesity or type 2 diabetes eat better. About 50 participants will use the app for 6 weeks to track their diet and learn about nutrition. The goal is to see if the app is helpful and easy to use…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists track rare eye disease to uncover clues for future treatments
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 46 people with gyrate atrophy, a rare genetic condition that causes vision loss, over 4 years. Researchers measure ornithine levels in the blood and track changes in the retina using eye scans and photos. The goal is to learn how the disease progresses under st…
Sponsor: Jaeb Center for Health Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches biobank to unlock DNA secrets of Women's cancers
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study collects blood, urine, and tumor tissue from 500 adults with breast, ovarian, or uterine cancer, plus some of their relatives. The goal is to create a repository of samples for future research on DNA changes that drive these cancers. Participants give samples during ro…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your bone health decide if a dental implant lasts?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks back at dental implant cases to see if bone-related conditions—like vitamin D deficiency, calcium problems, or kidney disease—make implant failure more likely. Researchers will compare 192 failed implants with successful ones from similar patients. The goal is to…
Sponsor: University of Barcelona • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hormone clue may unmask kidney danger in diabetes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study investigates whether people with type 2 diabetes who have or are at risk for chronic kidney disease produce too much aldosterone, a hormone that regulates salt and blood pressure. Participants undergo several suppression tests—including oral sodium, saline infusion, an…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive study reveals best Second-Line diabetes meds for heart and kidney protection
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at health records from over 780,000 people with type 2 diabetes to compare four common second-line medications: SGLT2 inhibitors, GLP-1 receptor agonists, DPP-4 inhibitors, and sulfonylureas. The goal is to see which drug class is most effective at preventing hea…
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may help cancer patients avoid nerve damage from chemo
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis pilot study aims to see if doctors can consistently measure paclitaxel levels in the blood of cancer patients receiving the drug. The goal is to eventually adjust doses to give enough chemo to fight cancer while reducing the common side effect of nerve damage. The study invo…
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 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 Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hormone clues: could a simple diet test unlock secrets of high blood pressure?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 100 adults aged 35-70 with mildly elevated blood pressure to see how their aldosterone hormone system changes over time. Participants will eat special high-salt or low-salt diets for a few days each year to test how their body responds. The goal is to better un…
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New screening study targets hidden diabetes and celiac disease in High-Risk communities
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is screening 115 underserved children and adults who are at risk for type 1 diabetes or celiac disease. Researchers will use blood tests to find early signs of these conditions, aiming to improve how we detect them. The goal is to catch these diseases sooner, especiall…
Sponsor: AdventHealth Translational Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV and hidden health risks: a major study probes the link
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study compares over 1,500 people living with HIV to a similar group from the general population to see if conditions like heart disease, COPD, and liver disease are more common or develop faster in those with HIV. Using detailed scans and tests, researchers will measure the …
Sponsor: Susanne Dam Nielsen, MD, DMSc • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can immune cells predict herpesvirus danger in transplant patients?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how the immune system's T cells respond to two common herpesviruses—cytomegalovirus (CMV) and varicella-zoster virus (VZV)—in people who have had a liver transplant. Because transplant recipients take drugs that suppress their immune system to prevent organ re…
Sponsor: Susanne Dam Nielsen, MD, DMSc • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive french study tracks Real-World use of diabetes drugs in over half a million patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study analyzes health records from over 547,000 people in France who started taking SGLT2 inhibitors for type 2 diabetes between 2020 and 2024. Researchers will describe patient characteristics, prescription patterns, and track the occurrence of heart attacks, strokes, heart…
Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sleep your way to more steps? new study tests the idea
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether improving sleep can help overweight or obese African Americans who don't get enough exercise become more active. About 28 people will try a sleep program either before or after a physical activity program. The goal is to see if this approach is practic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study explores drug cocktails for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests two different drug combinations in people with advanced colorectal, pancreatic, or leiomyosarcoma cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. Participants receive either olaparib plus durvalumab or cediranib plus durvalumab. The main goal is to unders…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to ease diabetes care transition for teens
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a program called SHIFT2 that helps teens and young adults with type 1 diabetes prepare for the switch from pediatric to adult medical care. Participants work with a transition coach and receive messages to encourage self-management. The goal is to see if this sup…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Why do african americans face higher diabetes risk? new genetics study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to understand how genes affect obesity, diabetes, and heart disease in people of African ancestry. Researchers will collect blood samples and health information from 1,100 adults, including African Americans, Afro-Caribbeans, and migrants from sub-Saharan Africa. …
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer tissue bank study aims to unlock new treatment clues
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study collects tissue and blood samples from 1,200 adults with known or suspected cancer. The samples are taken during standard surgeries or biopsies, with no extra procedures. Researchers will compare cancerous and normal tissues to identify differences that could lead to n…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Placental clues: do progesterone receptors influence gestational diabetes?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study investigates whether certain progesterone receptors in the placenta are linked to gestational diabetes, a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy. Researchers will compare placental tissue from women with gestational diabetes to tissue from healthy pregnant wom…
Sponsor: Samsun University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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NCI launches 15-Year checkup for cell therapy volunteers
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is not testing a new treatment. Instead, it follows people who already received experimental cell therapies (like growing immune cells from their tumors or blood) in earlier NCI Surgery Branch trials. The goal is to monitor their health for up to 15 years, as required …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can smarter surgical tools cut liver surgery risks?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks back at the records of about 800 adults who had minimally invasive liver surgery (laparoscopic, robotic, or hybrid) at specialized Italian centers. The goal is to see how the choice of surgical tools and techniques for cutting liver tissue relates to the risk of …
Sponsor: University of Molise • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a simple blood test predict pancreatic cancer before it strikes?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 419 people who do not have pancreatic cancer but are at high risk due to family history or genetic mutations. Researchers collect blood samples and health information over time to find markers that could predict or detect pancreatic cancer early. The goal is to…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver study tests how body handles experimental drug
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis early-stage study looks at how the experimental drug nemtabrutinib is processed in people with moderate liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. About 32 adults will receive a single oral dose, and researchers will measure drug levels in the blood over time. The goal…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a survey capture what patients expect from thyroid surgery?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to develop a survey that measures what patients expect before undergoing surgery for thyroid cancer. Researchers will interview patients before and after their operation to identify common themes and concerns. The goal is to create a tool that helps doctors better…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mayo clinic study to uncover how insulin deprivation affects muscle in type 1 diabetes
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aims to understand how insulin deprivation and high blood sugar affect protein synthesis in muscles and blood of people with type 1 diabetes. Researchers will use muscle biopsies and special amino acid labels to track protein production. The study involves 70 participa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we unlock the secrets of hereditary cancer genes?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to learn more about how inherited gene mutations, particularly in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, affect the risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer. Researchers will follow participants with a family history of these cancers, tracking their medical history and fa…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can hormone therapy change liver health? a new study investigates
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at liver health in transgender people who are on gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT). It compares those who have been on hormones for more than six months with those on them for less time. Researchers will measure liver function through blood tests and a spec…
Sponsor: Corey DeStefano • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a remote approach bring clinical trials to lung cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study explores whether a remote, direct-to-patient approach can improve how people with small cell lung cancer (SCLC) are reached and engaged in clinical research. It involves collecting biospecimens and surveying patients about their preferences and needs regarding new ther…
Sponsor: Addario Lung Cancer Medical Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a hidden nerve condition be more common in lung cancer than we think?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study is looking at how often people with small cell lung cancer also have symptoms of Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS), a condition that affects the nerves and can cause muscle weakness. Researchers will review medical records and check for LEMS symptoms in adults d…
Sponsor: Addario Lung Cancer Medical Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer treatment gets personal: MATCH trial tests Gene-Guided drugs
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis phase II trial, called MATCH, is testing whether treating cancer based on the genetic makeup of a patient's tumor works better than standard treatments. Over 6,400 adults with advanced solid tumors, lymphomas, or multiple myeloma that have not responded to prior therapy are …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive database study probes link between popular diabetes drugs and rare thyroid cancer
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study uses health records from millions of people to see if GLP-1 receptor agonists (drugs for type 2 diabetes and weight loss) are linked to a higher risk of medullary thyroid carcinoma, a rare cancer. Researchers will compare how often this cancer occurs in people taking G…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new infrared camera help surgeons spot nerves and bile ducts?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis trial is testing an investigational imaging device that uses shortwave infrared light to help surgeons see important structures like nerves, ureters, and bile ducts during surgery. The study involves adults aged 18 and older who are undergoing certain surgical procedures, su…
Sponsor: Cision Vision, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can CF drugs tame diabetes in cystic fibrosis?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether CFTR modulators (ETI) help control blood sugar in people with cystic fibrosis-related diabetes (CFRD). Researchers will compare 30 adults with CFRD who take ETI to those who cannot take it. The goal is to see if the drug improves how the body handles s…
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study analyzes Odevixibat's impact on rare liver disease outcomes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at a rare liver disease called PFIC, which causes severe itching and liver damage. Researchers compare patients who took the drug odevixibat to those who did not, using data from past studies and a patient registry. The goal is to see if odevixibat helps avoid li…
Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Beyond BRCA: new gene panel could sharpen cancer risk prediction
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is investigating whether testing for a panel of 24 genes, in addition to the well-known BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, can better estimate the risk of breast and ovarian cancer. Researchers will analyze genetic samples from people with a family history of these cancers, as wel…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver scan changes may foretell deadly complications
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at medical records from 10,000 adults with MASLD or MASH, a common liver condition. Researchers will check if changes in liver stiffness, measured by a non-invasive scan called FibroScan, are linked to future serious liver problems like cirrhosis, liver cancer, o…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can tracking PCOS over time unlock better care?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to create a large, long-term research cohort of women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). By systematically collecting follow-up data, researchers hope to understand how the condition evolves across different life stages and identify key factors that influence …
Sponsor: Guangdong Women and Children Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood vessel damage after gestational diabetes: is a rogue enzyme to blame?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether an enzyme called NADPH oxidase contributes to blood vessel problems in otherwise healthy women who had gestational diabetes. Researchers will measure how small blood vessels in the skin respond to substances that normally widen them, with and …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Anna Stanhewicz, PhD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wearable tech puts hormone health to the test
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis trial tests whether wearable devices can measure how the body responds to everyday challenges like changes in salt intake, meals, fasting, and exercise in adults with endocrine or metabolic disorders. Participants wear home monitoring devices and follow different diet and ac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Felix Beuschlein • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can tracking hospital care for liver patients reduce repeat admissions?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows about 400 adults with liver cirrhosis admitted to internal medicine wards across Italy. Researchers will track how doctors manage hepatic encephalopathy—a brain complication of liver disease—during hospitalization and after discharge. The goal is to identify pr…
Sponsor: Fadoi Foundation, Italy • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Kidney clues may predict eye swelling after cataract surgery in diabetes patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether diabetic kidney disease and blood-sugar control before surgery can help predict a common complication called pseudophakic macular edema (PME) — swelling of the central retina — after cataract surgery in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will rev…
Sponsor: Thammasart University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Normal-Weight baseline improve heart risk assessment in type 1 diabetes?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to measure heart and metabolic risk markers—such as insulin resistance and fat distribution—in young adults aged 18 to 30 with type 1 diabetes and a body mass index under 25. Researchers will track changes over one year using glucose clamps and meal tests. The goa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Reading the genetic code to understand differences in sex development
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to find genetic causes of conditions that affect the development of the gonads and genitals, such as hypospadias and ambiguous genitalia. Researchers will use whole exome sequencing to analyze DNA from 300 children and their families. The study also measures how r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict who will develop pancreatic cancer from chronic pancreatitis?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis large study follows thousands of people with chronic pancreatitis over many years to understand how the disease naturally progresses. Researchers are tracking complications such as diabetes, pancreatic cancer, and bile duct blockages. The goal is to identify risk factors tha…
Sponsor: Changhai Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Decades-Long study of 121,700 nurses aims to uncover hidden heart disease triggers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis long-term study follows over 121,000 female nurses to explore how hormones, diet, lifestyle, and genetics affect the risk of heart disease and stroke. Researchers are analyzing blood samples to create a 'metabolomic risk score' that could help predict coronary heart disease.…
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diabetes drug class may change how the bladder behaves
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how SGLT-2 inhibitors, a common class of diabetes drugs, affect lower urinary tract symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and nighttime trips to the bathroom. Researchers will follow adults with type 2 diabetes who are starting an SGLT-2 inhibitor for …
Sponsor: Marmara University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Unapproved device tested in early trial
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis trial is testing a medical device that has not been approved or cleared by the U.S. FDA. The study is small and early-stage, focused on understanding how the device works and whether it is safe. No results are available yet, and the device is not ready for widespread use.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: C. R. Bard • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood markers could transform liver cancer surveillance
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows people with liver cancer who are scheduled for surgery, measuring tiny molecules called microRNAs in their blood before and after the operation. The goal is to find patterns that could signal whether the cancer has come back. Researchers will also look at gut b…
Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test and AI could spot liver cancer early, saving lives
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 2,002 people at high risk for liver cancer to find better ways to detect it early. Researchers are testing a panel of blood-based miRNA markers, gut microbiome changes, and MRI-based AI algorithms to predict who develops the disease. The goal is to improve on c…
Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Eye scans could spot Diabetes-Related vision damage years early
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses a non-invasive eye scan called OCTA to examine tiny blood vessels in the retina of adults with type 1 diabetes. The goal is to detect early signs of diabetic retinopathy, a leading cause of vision loss, before symptoms appear. Researchers will measure vessel densi…
Sponsor: University of Athens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood type no barrier? study tests liver transplant success across ABO barriers
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks back at 371 adults who received a living donor liver transplant for hepatocellular carcinoma (a type of liver cancer) to see whether receiving a liver from a donor with an incompatible blood type affects long-term survival or cancer recurrence. Researchers compar…
Sponsor: Seoung Hoon Kim • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Draining the bile duct: does it improve daily life for cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tracks quality of life in 118 people with cancer who have a blocked bile duct and undergo a drainage procedure. Participants fill out a questionnaire before the procedure and again at 4 weeks, 12 weeks, and 6 months after. The goal is to see whether a drainage catheter…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues in body fluids to predict liver failure outcomes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to find biological markers in blood, urine, stool, and breath that can predict how patients with acute liver injury or failure will fare. Researchers will collect samples daily for up to seven days from 200 participants, and a small group will also undergo MRI sca…
Sponsor: University of Edinburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mapping the emotional and social toll of pancreatic cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study explores the personal and social changes people with pancreatic cancer face while undergoing chemotherapy. Researchers will survey 55 patients about physical, emotional, social, and spiritual shifts at the start of treatment and again 4-6 weeks later. The goal is to be…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test could spot pancreatic cancer before It's visible
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study collects blood samples from people with pancreatic diseases to look for markers that might signal pancreatic cancer. The goal is to see if a blood test could detect the cancer earlier than current methods or help track how the disease changes during treatment. Samples …
Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 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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Simple blood tests may help predict ovarian cancer treatment success
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study investigates whether certain blood-based markers, such as the neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), platelet-lymphocyte ratio (PLR), and the CA-125 elimination rate (KELIM score), can predict survival and surgical outcomes in women with advanced ovarian cancer. Researcher…
Sponsor: Aya Ahmed Nasser • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive korean study maps the overlap of heart, kidney, and metabolic diseases
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study examines health data from about 800,000 Korean adults to see how often conditions like obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, chronic kidney disease, and fatty liver occur together. Researchers will analyze national survey and insurance records from 2013 to 2023. No …
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple blood test replace scans for pancreatic cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a blood test that measures tumor DNA (ctDNA) can predict how well chemotherapy is working in people with advanced pancreatic cancer. Researchers will compare the blood test results with CT scans taken before and two months after starting treatment. The…
Sponsor: Northwell Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cushing's disease study in western france withdrawn before starting
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to look back at the health of people with Cushing's disease in Western France between 1990 and 2015. The goal was to find out how many patients went into remission and how many had their disease come back after their first surgery. However, the study was w…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • 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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Fatty liver study pulled before it began
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to look at how tiny energy-producing parts of cells (mitochondria) in the liver might be linked to fatty liver disease in people with obesity who were scheduled for weight-loss surgery. Researchers planned to take small liver samples during surgery to stud…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Simple blood test may spot hidden liver trouble in colitis patients
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether two blood markers, zonulin and LBP, can help detect liver damage in people with both ulcerative colitis (UC) and fatty liver disease. Researchers will measure these markers and use a special ultrasound to check liver stiffness in 100 adults with UC who…
Sponsor: University Hospital Dubrava • 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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Egyptian study pits two liver cancer drug combos Head-to-Head
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks back at medical records of 50 adults in Egypt with advanced liver cancer who received one of two immunotherapy combinations: atezolizumab plus bevacizumab or durvalumab plus tremelimumab. Researchers want to see which group lives longer at 12 months and how they …
Sponsor: Sohag Oncology Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Massive 30-Year Women's health study reveals hidden disease links
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis long-running study follows nearly 100,000 French women, mostly teachers, since 1990 to understand what factors influence their risk of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and other major illnesses. Participants fill out questionnaires every few years about their lifestyle, medi…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 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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Study aims to see if patient diaries match insurance data
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to see how accurately patients report their own medication and healthcare use in diaries compared to official health insurance records. It planned to include people with diabetes, arthritis, kidney disease, or prostate cancer. However, the study was withdr…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • 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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Short walks beat one big workout for Kids' health?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether taking short walks throughout the day is better for kids at risk for type 2 diabetes than one longer exercise session. Researchers will measure blood sugar, insulin, and thinking skills in 188 children aged 8-11 with overweight or obesity. The goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern California • 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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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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Gastric bypass secrets: intestine rewires metabolism
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how gastric bypass surgery changes the way the small intestine processes sugar and other fuels, which may explain why the surgery improves obesity and type 2 diabetes. Researchers will collect intestinal tissue and blood samples from 32 people before and up to…
Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Blood markers may foretell heart danger in diabetes patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is following 964 people with type 2 diabetes to see if three blood markers (hs-cTnI, NT-proBNP, and sST2) can predict who will die or have heart problems. Participants gave blood samples and are being tracked for years. No treatment is being tested—the goal is to learn…
Sponsor: Istituto Nazionale di Ricovero e Cura per Anziani • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New needle method may better protect voice nerves during neck surgery
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study compares two methods of monitoring the nerve that controls the vocal cords during thyroid and parathyroid surgery. The standard method uses a breathing tube with electrodes, while the new method uses tiny needles placed directly into the voice box cartilage. Researcher…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can a smartwatch help manage a rare liver disease? stanford study investigates
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study at Stanford University is testing whether wearable devices like smartwatches can help measure fatigue, sleep, and daily activity in people with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a chronic liver disease. Researchers will compare data from the wearables with patient que…
Sponsor: Stanford University • 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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Keytruda immune response trial aims to unlock cancer clues
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing how the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) changes immune-related genes and biomarkers in people with advanced solid tumors like head and neck cancer, triple-negative breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and melanoma. Researchers will analyze bloo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Can daily stress predict diabetes? new study targets hispanic community
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis pilot study looks at how environmental stress affects daily blood sugar changes in 30 Hispanic adults whose parent has type 2 diabetes. Researchers use continuous glucose monitors to track glucose and aim to design a future program to prevent diabetes. The study does not tes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Texas at Austin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Frailty check could predict chemo danger for seniors
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how frailty—a state of weakness and reduced physical function—affects the risk of severe side effects from chemotherapy in people aged 70 and older with cancer. Researchers will assess 160 patients using various tests for frailty, muscle loss, and overall heal…
Sponsor: Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale Ovest Milanese, Ospedale di Legnano • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 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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Breathing pure oxygen during an MRI may reveal whether liver cancer treatment is working
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a special type of MRI, called dynamic oxygen-enhanced MRI, can predict how liver cancer responds to a treatment called transarterial chemoembolization (TACE). The MRI measures oxygen levels in tumors before and after treatment. About 60 adults with liver …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Université de Montréal • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Kidney shield: diabetes Drug's hidden powers revealed?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how canagliflozin (Invokana), a diabetes drug, protects the kidneys in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will use advanced imaging, kidney biopsies, and function tests to uncover the mechanisms. The trial involves 45 adults and aims to explain the drug'…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New digital tool aims to simplify care for seniors with multiple conditions
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a web-based tool called gp-multitool.de that helps general practitioners follow guidelines for older patients with multiple chronic conditions. About 659 patients from GP practices in Germany are taking part. The tool lets patients fill out questionnaires online …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Hidden heart risk in kids with diabetes: new study investigates
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study examines how common cardiac autonomic neuropathy (nerve damage affecting the heart) is in children and teens with type 1 diabetes. Researchers will monitor 75 participants using heart tests and check if longer diabetes duration or poor blood sugar control raises the ri…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Marwa Abouelela Abd Elsalam • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can a special PET scan unlock a new way to treat Hard-to-Treat upper GI cancers?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing whether a special PET scan using a tracer called 68Ga-PSMA can identify patients with advanced upper digestive tract cancers (like stomach or esophageal cancer) who might be eligible for a type of targeted radiation therapy called endoradiotherapy. The resea…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Centre de recherche du Centre hospitalier universitaire de Sherbrooke • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC