Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

This study looks at the long-term safety of an inhaled drug (AP01) for people with progressive lung scarring (pulmonary fibrosis). It is for those who already completed an earlier Avalyn Pharma study. About 340 participants will receive the drug and be monitored for side effects …

This Phase 2 trial tests an experimental inhaled medication called LTI-03 in about 120 people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a progressive lung disease that causes scarring and breathing difficulty. Participants will inhale LTI-03 or a placebo twice daily for 24 weeks.…

This phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called PIPE-791 in 324 adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that scars the lungs and makes breathing hard. Participants take either a low or high dose of PIPE-791 or a placebo daily for several months. The main goal is t…

This study tests a drug called H01 (hymecromone) in adults with interstitial lung disease, a condition that causes lung scarring and makes breathing hard. The goal is to see if H01 can lower a marker of lung damage and improve lung function. Participants take the drug as a tablet…

This study tests the long-term safety of the drug nerandomilast in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) or progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF). All 1,700 participants have already taken the drug in a previous study. They will take nerandomilast tablets for up to 1 yea…

This phase IIb study tests three doses of AZD8965 against a placebo in 359 adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a lung-scarring disease. The main goal is to see if AZD8965 can slow the decline in lung function over 24 weeks. Participants may also be taking standard IP…

This study tests a new medicine called BI 765423 in 71 adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a lung disease that causes scarring and breathing problems. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo by infusion every four weeks for about 3 months. The main goal is …

This phase 2 trial tests whether MTX-463, an antibody that blocks a protein linked to scarring, can slow lung function decline in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). About 164 adults with IPF will receive either the drug or a placebo for 24 weeks. The main goal is to…

This study tests whether adding the antibiotic azithromycin to standard treatment helps people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) recover faster from sudden, severe flare-ups. Researchers will compare hospital stay length and other outcomes between those who get azithromyci…

This Phase II study tests a drug called BC006 in 96 adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that causes lung scarring and breathing difficulty. The trial first checks safety in a small group, then randomly assigns patients to receive BC006 or a placebo every tw…

This study tests whether the drug senicapoc can prevent lung scarring from getting worse in people with progressive fibrotic interstitial lung disease (ILD) or idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). About 140 adults will take either senicapoc or a placebo daily for 26 weeks, and do…

This early-stage trial is testing an inhaled form of nintedanib (called MNKD-201) in 24 people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that scars the lungs. The study aims to see if the drug is safe and tolerable when breathed in, and how the body processes it. Partic…

This Phase 3 trial tests a new drug called HEC585, taken once daily, to see if it can slow lung function decline in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a serious lung-scarring disease. About 472 adults aged 40 to 80 will be randomly assigned to receive HEC585, a plac…

This study tests whether using early drug monitoring and a dose-adjustment calculator can help infants under 90 days old with sepsis reach target vancomycin levels more quickly. Currently, doctors must wait 24-48 hours to check drug levels, which can delay effective treatment. Th…

This study tests an experimental drug called ABBV-142 in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a rare lung disease that causes scarring and breathing problems. About 165 adults will receive either ABBV-142 or a placebo for 52 weeks to see if the drug is safe and can he…

This study tests an inhaled version of the drug nintedanib (called AP02) in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that scars the lungs and makes breathing hard. About 160 adults aged 40 and older who are not currently on IPF treatment will take either a low o…

This study tests whether ColdZyme mouth spray can lower the amount of virus people breathe out when they have a cold or flu. Researchers will measure virus particles in exhaled air before and after using the spray. The goal is to see if the spray might help reduce airborne transm…

This study looks at whether monitoring the immune response to the cytomegalovirus (CMV) can help prevent CMV disease in people who receive a lung transplant. About 100 adult lung transplant patients who have had CMV in the past will be followed. The goal is to see if tracking CMV…

This study tests whether adding intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) to standard care helps people hospitalized with a sudden, severe worsening of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). About 196 adults with IPF who are having an acute exacerbation will receive either usual treatment …

This study tests whether quercetin, a natural compound found in many fruits and vegetables, can slow lung scarring and improve breathing in people with pulmonary fibrosis. Half of the 100 participants will take quercetin pills daily for 24 weeks, while the other half receive stan…

This study tests a new drug called TDI01 for people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that scars the lungs and makes breathing hard. About 508 adults in China will receive either TDI01 or a placebo to see if the drug helps slow lung function decline over 24 to 5…

This early-phase study tests a new drug called SV001 in 53 healthy Chinese adults to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. Participants receive a single dose of SV001 or a placebo. The goal is to check for side effects and measure drug levels in the blood. This is a fi…

This study tests whether giving oral antibiotics instead of IV antibiotics is just as safe and effective for patients with common infections like pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and cellulitis. About 4,000 adults in Danish emergency rooms will be randomly assigned to start o…

This Phase 2 trial tests whether an oral drug called ifetroban can slow the decline in lung function for people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a progressive lung-scarring disease. About 128 adults aged 40 and older with IPF will receive either ifetroban or a placebo da…

This Phase 3 trial tests whether high-dose steroids (methylprednisolone and prednisone) can reduce deaths within 30 days for people hospitalized with a sudden worsening of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). About 110 adults with IPF and an acute exacerbation will receive either…

This study tests a new drug, SV001, in 48 adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that causes lung scarring and makes breathing hard. The main goal is to check if SV001 is safe and how the body processes it. Participants will receive either SV001 or a placebo, …

This early-stage trial tests a single dose of an inhaled drug called RJ026 in 42 healthy volunteers and 42 people with interstitial lung disease (ILD). The goal is to see how much drug reaches the lungs and blood, and whether it is safe. Researchers hope that inhaling the drug wi…

This study compares two ways of giving the antibiotic cefepime to very sick patients with sepsis in the ICU. The new method adjusts the dose based on the patient's kidney function, using only standard doses. The main goal is to see if this approach is easy for doctors to use and …

This study is testing a new approach for people with severe lung disease (like pulmonary fibrosis or COPD) who also have bone marrow failure. First, participants receive a lung transplant to restore breathing. Then, about 8 weeks later, they get a bone marrow transplant using the…

This early-stage trial tests whether artesunate, a drug used for malaria, is safe for people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that scars the lungs and makes breathing hard. Fifteen adults with IPF will receive either artesunate capsules or a placebo for 12 week…

This study tests a new drug called HRS-9813 in 270 adults with pulmonary fibrosis (IPF or PPF), a condition where lung tissue becomes scarred and breathing gets harder. The trial compares the drug to a placebo to see if it improves lung function and is safe. Participants take the…

This study tests whether lansoprazole, a medicine that reduces stomach acid, can slow the progression of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a lung disease that causes scarring and breathing problems. About 298 adults with IPF will take either lansoprazole or a placebo twice dai…

This study tests whether giving zinc supplements along with standard antibiotics can reduce deaths and improve recovery in young infants (0-59 days old) hospitalized with severe infections like sepsis or pneumonia. About 3,250 babies in Tanzania will receive either zinc or a plac…

This study tests whether the antiviral drug acyclovir helps people on breathing machines who have pneumonia and also have herpes simplex virus (HSV) in their lungs. About 616 adults in intensive care will be randomly assigned to receive acyclovir or no antiviral treatment. The go…

This study tests an experimental drug called SB17170 in 30 adults with moderate to severe idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that scars the lungs and makes breathing hard. Participants take either the drug or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. The main goal is to see if th…

This study tests an experimental oral drug called INS018_055 in 40 adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that causes lung scarring and breathing difficulty. The main goal is to check the drug's safety over 12 weeks. Participants will be randomly assigned to r…

This study tests a new technology called Pictura Bio that aims to detect respiratory viruses quickly and cheaply from nose or throat swabs. Researchers will collect samples from 1000 adults and children with suspected viral infections at a UK hospital. The data will be used to tr…

This study is testing new rapid tests (lateral flow and microfluidic devices) to detect respiratory infections in children and adults in Uganda, Ethiopia, and Senegal. Researchers want to see if these tests are accurate and easy to use in low-resource clinics. Participants with r…

This study aims to find better, non-invasive tests to diagnose and predict the course of interstitial lung disease (ILD). Researchers will test blood and breath samples from 750 people, including pigeon fanciers at high risk for ILD and patients already diagnosed. The goal is to …

This early-stage study tests a new imaging agent called 18F-4FN for PET scans to safely detect inflammation in the body. It involves 55 adults with cancer who are on immunotherapy or have suspected inflammation. The goal is to see if this agent can highlight areas of inflammation…

This study is testing a special MRI scan that uses xenon gas to take detailed pictures of lung function. It includes 260 healthy volunteers and people with lung diseases like asthma, COPD, and cystic fibrosis. The goal is to see if this method can better detect and measure lung p…

This study is testing a new ultrasound measurement called the Lung Sliding Index (LSI) to see if it can help doctors tell apart different lung diseases, such as COPD, pneumonia, and pulmonary edema. Researchers will measure LSI in 700 adults with various lung conditions and healt…

This study tests a special PET scan that uses a radioactive tracer to find collagen buildup in the lungs, a sign of early scarring. Researchers will scan 30 people, including relatives of patients with pulmonary fibrosis and those with early lung abnormalities. The goal is to see…

This study tests a wearable device called the C-mo System that automatically detects and describes coughs. Researchers want to see if it can accurately count coughs, measure their intensity, and identify wheezing. 300 people aged 2 and older with cough-related conditions will wea…

This study tests whether using a robotic arm during a lung biopsy helps doctors get better tissue samples to diagnose interstitial lung disease. About 30 adults with unclear CT scans will be randomly assigned to either standard or robotic-assisted bronchoscopy. The goal is to see…

This study tests whether a simple, non-invasive nail microscope exam (capillaroscopy) can help doctors find connective tissue disease faster in people newly diagnosed with interstitial lung disease. 48 adults will get the exam alongside standard care. The goal is to see if this e…

This study tests whether a special PET scan (FAPI PET) can better detect active scarring in the lungs of people with fibrotic lung disease. About 50 adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis or fibrotic hypersensitivity pneumonitis will get up to 4 PET/MRI scans. The goal is to i…

This early-phase study is testing a new imaging agent called [68Ga]CBP8 to see if it can safely and accurately detect collagen buildup (scarring) in the lungs. Researchers will compare scans from healthy volunteers, lung cancer patients, and people with pulmonary fibrosis. The go…

This study is testing a new diagnostic tool that helps doctors quickly tell if a respiratory infection is caused by bacteria or a virus. The goal is to see if using this test leads to better treatment decisions, fewer unnecessary antibiotics, and lower healthcare costs. About 100…

This study looks at whether automated software can consistently measure the amount of lung scarring (interstitial lung disease) on chest CT scans. Researchers will scan 150 adults with known lung scarring twice in a row to see if the measurements match. The goal is to improve the…

This study is testing a finger-prick blood test called FebriDx in 800 children aged 2-11 who have a fever and symptoms of a respiratory infection. The goal is to see if the test can quickly tell whether the infection is caused by bacteria or something else (like a virus). If accu…

This study investigates whether drinking nitrate-rich beetroot juice twice a day for three days can improve exercise capacity in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a lung scarring disease that limits activity. Researchers will compare the juice to a placebo in a sma…

This study tests whether using a portable oxygen concentrator (a lightweight, battery-powered device) during walking or exercise helps people with interstitial lung disease (ILD) or COPD feel less breathless and be more active in their daily lives. Twenty-four participants will t…

This study tests whether a single injection of RE104 can reduce symptoms of depression or mixed depression and anxiety in people with adjustment disorder caused by a serious medical illness like cancer, ALS, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, or idiopathic pulmonary fibrosi…

This study is testing a hypertonic seawater aerosol spray (a saltwater mist) to see if it helps relieve nasal symptoms, improve sleep, and thin mucus in people with colds, sinus infections, or similar upper respiratory infections. About 110 adults and children aged 2 and older wi…

This study looks at whether drinking beetroot juice, which is high in nitrate, can help people with fibrotic interstitial lung disease exercise longer. Participants will drink either nitrate-rich or nitrate-free beetroot juice and then do a cycling test. The goal is to see if the…

This early-stage study is testing an extended-release tablet called nalbuphine ER in 10 people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and whether it affects breathing function. Researchers will monitor oxygen levels, breathing rate, …

This study aims to see if bundling all routine tests and doctor visits into one coordinated hospital trip can save time for people with interstitial lung disease. About 152 adults with the condition will either receive standard care or the new streamlined approach. The goal is to…

This study tests whether a 12-week home-based pulmonary rehabilitation program, combined with health coaching, can improve quality of life and physical activity in people with fibrotic interstitial lung disease. Participants will do daily breathing exercises, balance walks, and m…

This study tests two types of home exercise programs for people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a lung disease that makes breathing hard. Participants will be split into two groups: one does live online exercise sessions, the other follows video workouts. The goal is to…

This study tests whether a combination of zinc and nicotinamide riboside can help people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) feel better and breathe easier. Sixty participants will take the supplements or a placebo twice a day for 24 weeks, all from home with remote check-in…

This study tests whether analyzing a patient's phlegm can help doctors choose better treatments for chronic cough in interstitial lung disease (ILD). About 120 adults with ILD and daily cough for at least 8 weeks will be randomly assigned to either phlegm-guided treatment or stan…

This study tests whether bundling key tests like scans and lung function tests into a single, fast-tracked appointment can help people with suspected interstitial lung disease get a diagnosis sooner. About 92 adults will be randomly assigned to either the usual step-by-step testi…

This study looks at how the immune system changes with age and how that affects the risk of infections in people 60 and older. Researchers will collect blood, urine, stool, and other samples from elderly patients with infections and healthy older adults. By analyzing immune cells…

This study tests whether implementing new Swiss national guidelines for acute respiratory infections can reduce unnecessary antibiotic prescribing in primary care. Researchers will work with 200 family doctors in quality circles and walk-in clinics, providing training and materia…

This study looks at whether an artificial intelligence (AI) tool can predict if lung scarring (pulmonary fibrosis) will get worse over time. Researchers will analyze CT scans from 200 people with either idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) or other types of interstitial lung disea…

This study aims to improve how doctors evaluate and manage people who have been exposed to bioterrorism agents (like anthrax) or emerging infectious diseases (like SARS or new flu strains). Up to 200 participants, including patients and healthcare workers, will be monitored and t…

This study is observing 2,000 children under 2 years old in Ho Chi Minh City who have respiratory infections. Researchers will test for RSV, track how the virus spreads across seasons, and measure the illness's impact on families, including medical costs. No new treatments or vac…

This study is a registry that will follow about 900 adults with both interstitial lung disease and pulmonary hypertension. Researchers will collect information on patients' medical history and track changes in their condition over time. The goal is to better understand these dise…

This study follows 4,000 people with interstitial lung disease (including conditions like pulmonary fibrosis and sarcoidosis) to understand how the disease naturally changes over time. Researchers will collect medical data and blood samples, and compare them to a healthy control …

This study tests whether two types of PET/CT scans can show inflammation and scarring in the lungs of people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Ten adults aged 40-85 with IPF will receive the scans. The goal is to help doctors better understand the disease and guide future…

This study gathers fluid and tissue from the lungs and nose of healthy volunteers and people with a history of lung infections. Researchers will compare samples to find differences in immune function that might explain why some people are more prone to infections. Participants un…

This study is analyzing the exhaled breath of 5,000 people with lung or airway diseases to find unique molecular patterns. The goal is to better identify and distinguish different respiratory conditions and improve disease management. Participants simply provide breath samples, a…

This early-stage study tests how a new drug called ENV-101 (taladegib) interacts with two standard medicines for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF): nintedanib and pirfenidone. About 57 healthy adults will take ENV-101 alone and with these drugs to measure how the body absorbs a…

This study looks at why people with interstitial lung disease (ILD) often feel breathless and have trouble exercising. Researchers think leg muscle problems might be a cause. They will measure leg muscle strength and structure in 40 ILD patients and test how extra oxygen affects …

This study tests two ways to help general practitioners (GPs) use antimicrobial stewardship resources when treating respiratory tract infections. One group gets online training and self-audit tools; the other gets face-to-face support. Researchers will track how often GPs use the…

This observational study aims to find early biomarkers that can predict if a person's lung scarring (pulmonary fibrosis) will get worse quickly. Researchers will follow 450 adults with various types of interstitial lung disease, including IPF and other fibrotic conditions. Partic…

This study aims to see if analyzing the chemicals in a child's breath can help diagnose and monitor diseases like asthma, neurological disorders, and type 1 diabetes. Researchers will collect breath samples from up to 3,600 children and teens to find patterns linked to these cond…

This study creates a registry and biorepository of lung images and biological samples from 100 people with pulmonary disease. Researchers will use this information to better understand imaging biomarkers and develop new analysis methods for CT and MRI scans. Participants must alr…

This registry is following 3,000 adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) or other chronic fibrosing interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) to understand how these conditions progress over time. Researchers collect information on symptoms, treatments, quality of life, and store…

This study looks at 750 people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who are 45 or older to find early signs of interstitial lung disease (ILD), a serious lung complication. Researchers will use CT scans and track changes over 3-5 years to identify risk factors. The goal is to better un…

This study looks at how pirfenidone changes the amount of a new medicine (BI 1015550) in the blood of adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Twenty participants aged 40 and older will take both drugs over about a month. Researchers will measure blood levels to understan…

This study looks at the types of germs and their resistance genes in 800 people with pneumonia. Researchers will compare severe and mild cases to understand which microbes and resistance patterns are most common. The goal is to improve how doctors diagnose and treat pneumonia, es…

This study tests a new, lightweight ultrasound device called NeoDoppler that can be gently placed on a newborn's soft spot (fontanelle) to continuously measure blood flow in the brain. Researchers will enroll 180 preterm and full-term infants, including those with conditions like…

This study will follow 2,000 people of all ages who visit their doctor with symptoms of an acute respiratory infection, like cough, sore throat, or runny nose. Researchers will collect information on symptoms, treatments, and lab results to better understand how these infections …

This study is looking at whether early signs of inflammation in the blood can help identify which patients with infections are at risk for serious complications like sepsis. Researchers will follow 4,200 adults with confirmed or suspected infections, as well as healthy controls, …

This study will follow 1000 adults for up to 10 years, using a special type of CT scan (photon-counting) to look for lung nodules, tumors, and other lung conditions. Researchers will also use artificial intelligence to create a virtual copy of each person's lungs, called a 'digit…

This study looks at whether a quick lab test (Spotfire R/ST) can help doctors decide when antibiotics are truly needed for people with respiratory infections like colds or sore throats. About 800 urgent care patients will take part, and researchers will compare antibiotic use bef…

This study measures how hard children with conditions like neuromuscular disease, scoliosis, or heart problems work to breathe. Researchers use a thin tube placed through the nose into the esophagus to measure breathing muscle strength and effort. The goal is to better understand…

This pilot study compares two ways to perform a lung biopsy for people with undetermined interstitial lung disease. One method uses a breathing tube and deep anesthesia (standard), while the other uses only mild sedation and numbing medicine. The goal is to see if the gentler met…

This pilot study is measuring prednisolone levels in 120 people with inflammatory diseases like thyroid eye disease, vasculitis, COPD, asthma, and others. Participants take high-dose prednisolone as part of their routine care, and researchers take timed blood samples to see how t…

This study will use advanced MRI techniques to measure oxygen levels in the lungs of 50 people with early-stage idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). The goal is to see if MRI can identify areas of low oxygen, which may be linked to disease progression. This is an observational st…

This study uses donated human lungs to develop a standard method for a new freezing catheter that can take tissue samples (biopsy) and destroy abnormal tissue (ablation). Researchers will test different freezing times and temperatures to find the safest and most effective techniq…

This study looks at how the antibiotic ceftazidime avibactam behaves in 30 children with severe infections who are in intensive care, some on life support. Researchers will measure drug levels in the blood to understand the right dose. The goal is to improve treatment for life-th…

This study looks at whether a new digital education and self-management program is practical and helpful for people with fibrotic interstitial lung disease. About 80 participants will use the program on their phone or computer during rehab or clinic visits. Researchers will measu…

This study looks at 100 adults with fibrosing interstitial lung diseases (a type of lung scarring) to see if things like mold, dust, air pollution, and other home factors make the disease progress faster. Researchers will compare patients whose disease is getting worse to those w…

This study is an early safety check for a new drug called HW241045, which may one day help treat a lung disease called IPF. Researchers are giving a single dose to 56 healthy adults to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. No treatment benefit is expected for participa…

This study looks at 320 adults who are about to start strong immune-suppressing therapy and have already had at least two COVID-19 shots. Researchers want to find out if giving a COVID-19 booster right before starting therapy or waiting six months provides better protection. Part…

This study aims to develop a noninvasive way to detect blood vessel changes in the lungs of people with Group 3 pulmonary hypertension (PH) using a special MRI technique. Researchers will compare MRI results with lung tissue from 30 patients awaiting lung transplant. The goal is …

This study is gathering detailed information from 470 adults with chronic inflammatory lung diseases like asthma, COPD, and cystic fibrosis, as well as healthy volunteers. Researchers will analyze clinical, biological, and lifestyle factors to identify distinct disease subtypes. …

This study looks at how the antifungal medicine caspofungin behaves in children with severe infections, especially those with liver problems or on life support like ECMO. Researchers will measure drug levels in the blood to understand dosing needs. About 60 children in intensive …

This study looks at small molecules (metabolites) in the blood and urine of people with pulmonary hypertension caused by lung fibrosis. Researchers want to see how these metabolites change with treatment and whether they can tell who will respond well. The goal is to better under…

This study will collect data from 2,000 children admitted to pediatric intensive care units (PICUs) with severe infections across major Chinese cities. Over 10 years, researchers will track which germs cause these infections, how they are treated, and patient outcomes. The goal i…

This study looks at two common antibiotic combinations given to hospitalized adults with infections: vancomycin plus piperacillin-tazobactam, or vancomycin plus cefepime. The goal is to see if one is less likely to cause kidney injury than the other, using more sensitive markers …

This study is for children and adults with interstitial lung disease, a group of conditions that scar the lungs and make breathing hard. Researchers will follow 3000 patients and their relatives for up to 10 years, collecting medical data and genetic information. The goal is to l…

This Phase 1 trial tests the safety and tolerability of an investigational drug called SRN001 in 30 healthy Korean and Caucasian men. Participants receive either SRN001 or a placebo to see how the drug moves through the body and whether it causes side effects. The goal is to gath…

This study looks at whether a special breathing therapy called OLE (Oscillatory Lung Expansion) helps ICU patients with pneumonia clear mucus from their lungs. Researchers will use a lung imaging tool (EIT) to see how well the therapy works. About 62 adults in the ICU will take p…

This study looks at whether the effort it takes to breathe can cause further lung damage in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Researchers will measure breathing effort using a simple nose pressure test before and after exercise. The goal is to find patients whose b…

This study aims to understand how a gene called HOXB7 and related molecules behave in the lungs and blood of people with pulmonary fibrosis, a condition that causes lung scarring. Researchers will collect lung tissue and blood samples from 80 adults to look for biomarkers that mi…

This study uses a special type of MRI (called 129Xe gas exchange MRI) to take detailed pictures of how the lungs and heart work together. Researchers want to understand how these images change after treatments like blood transfusions or oxygen therapy. The study involves 125 adul…

This study is building a bio-bank of blood samples from people who have had a lung transplant. Researchers will use these samples to study advanced lung diseases and improve transplant care. The goal is to better understand how infections and other factors affect patient outcomes…

This study looks at whether people newly diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) have problems in their small airways, which are tiny air passages in the lungs. Researchers will use a simple breath test called nitrogen washout to check for these issues before starting …

This study is building a large collection of blood, tissue, and fluid samples from 7,000 people with lung cancer, other chest diseases, or lung transplants. The goal is to help researchers learn more about what causes these diseases, how to find them early, and how to treat them …

This study will use advanced CT scans to look at both the lungs and heart in people with interstitial lung disease (ILD). The goal is to find early signs of heart problems, which are common but often missed until serious. Researchers hope to create better ways to predict and mana…

This study is testing a special MRI technique that uses a harmless xenon gas to create detailed images of lung function. Researchers will compare healthy volunteers and people with interstitial lung disease to see if the method can detect problems with air flow, lung structure, a…

This pilot study looks at how anti-fibrotic medications affect body composition in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) or progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF). Researchers will use bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) and muscle ultrasound to track changes in muscle…

This study follows 750 healthy family members of people with familial pulmonary fibrosis, a lung scarring disease that runs in families. Researchers will track participants with yearly questionnaires and in-person visits every two years to see who develops the disease and why. Th…

This study explores whether functional MRI can help doctors tell different types of interstitial lung disease apart and track how they change over time. About 200 adults with certain lung conditions will get MRI scans alongside standard CT scans. The goal is to see if MRI can pro…

This study will follow 1,000 adults who come to fever clinics with a respiratory infection. Researchers will collect data on symptoms, lab tests, and chest scans at the start, then check in over time to see who develops pneumonia or other complications. The goal is to better unde…

This study in Kyrgyzstan is testing whether using a rapid C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test and giving patients an information leaflet can help doctors prescribe fewer antibiotics for respiratory infections like coughs and sore throats. About 1050 adults will be randomly assign…

This study aims to uncover the genetic causes of familial pulmonary fibrosis, a progressive lung disease that runs in families. Researchers will analyze DNA from 126 adults with a family history of the condition, looking for gene changes linked to lung scarring. The goal is to im…

This study is looking for better ways to predict if a lung transplant will be rejected. Researchers will collect blood samples from 244 lung transplant recipients over time and analyze them using advanced techniques. The goal is to create a model that can identify early signs of …

This early-stage study tests a new medicine called GNS-3545 in 72 healthy adults to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. The drug is being developed for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a disease that causes lung scarring. Participants will receive either the drug or a …

This study collects blood, airway, and urine samples from 2,000 healthy volunteers and people with lung diseases like COPD and pulmonary fibrosis. Researchers will compare samples to establish normal ranges and learn how genes change in lung disease. The goal is to better underst…

This study collects blood samples from 2,000 adults with pulmonary fibrosis to find genetic traits that may explain why they developed the disease and why scarring patterns differ. Participants must be 18 or older and have a confirmed diagnosis. The goal is to better understand t…

This pilot study is testing whether a smart wristband can accurately measure drug levels in sweat compared to standard blood tests. Researchers will collect sweat, saliva, and blood samples from 100 patients with chronic or infectious diseases who are taking medications like cycl…

This study is collecting blood and tissue samples from 500 people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis to find genetic and protein markers that might predict rapid lung function decline. Researchers will compare these markers with changes in symptoms over time. The goal is to bette…

This study is creating a registry of medical information from people with interstitial lung disease (ILD). Researchers will collect past, current, and future health records from up to 5,000 adults treated at the UPMC Simmons Center. The goal is to build a database that can be use…

This study is looking for new ways to diagnose sepsis, a life-threatening reaction to infection, earlier in the emergency room. Researchers will study the immune responses of 3,300 adults with suspected infections to find patterns that signal sepsis. The goal is to improve diagno…

This study is creating a registry and biobank for people with interstitial lung diseases (ILD), including sarcoidosis, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, and hypersensitivity pneumonitis. Researchers will collect medical data and biological samples from up to 1,000 participants to su…

This pilot study is testing a new ultrasound tool that measures how much the lungs stretch (strain) in patients on breathing machines in the ICU. The goal is to collect initial data from 10 adults with lung disease to see if this technique can help doctors better monitor and prev…

This study will examine chest CT scans from 500 adults with rheumatoid arthritis, connective tissue diseases, or idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis to better understand lung disease patterns. Researchers want to see which scan features are most common in rheumatoid arthritis-related i…