Infectious disease
MONDO:0005550A disorder directly resulting from the presence and activity of a microbial, viral, or parasitic agent in humans. It can be transmitted by direct or indirect contact.
Also known as: communicable disease, infection, infectious, infectious disease, infectious diseases and manifestations, infectious disorder, transmissible disease, clinical infection
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Can hepatitis c be cured in just 4 weeks? a new trial puts it to the test
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis pilot study is testing whether a 4-week course of two antiviral drugs—sofosbuvir plus glecaprevir/pibrentasvir—can cure chronic hepatitis C in people who have not been treated before and have only mild liver scarring. Participants who relapse after the short treatment will r…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Kirby Institute • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single dose of tafenoquine finally cure vivax malaria in southeast asia?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial tests different doses of tafenoquine, a single-dose drug, to see if it can effectively cure Plasmodium vivax malaria by targeting dormant liver stages. The study involves 820 people in Southeast Asia with confirmed vivax malaria. Researchers aim to find a dose that pre…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Oxford • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A second punch against hepatitis b: interferon after RNA drugs may clear the virus
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether giving pegylated interferon to people with chronic hepatitis B—after they have already received an antisense oligonucleotide or small interfering RNA treatment—can clear the hepatitis B surface antigen from their blood. About 72 adults who saw a significa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a livestock dewormer beat whipworm in people? a trial puts oxfendazole to the test.
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether a single dose of the experimental drug oxfendazole can cure whipworm (Trichuris trichiura) infection better than the standard treatment albendazole. About 249 adults in Peru, where whipworm is common, will receive either 400 mg or 800 mg of oxfend…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Asociacion Benefica Prisma • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smarter surgery and antibiotic combo cure joint infections for good?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial compares different surgical and antibiotic approaches to treat infections in artificial hip and knee joints. It tests whether cleaning the joint while keeping the implant in place (DAIR) or replacing the joint entirely leads to better cure rates. It also examines wheth…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Newcastle, Australia • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New model aims to cure hepatitis c in homeless drug users
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests a collaborative care model where pharmacists, doctors, and patient navigators work together to provide hepatitis C treatment to people who use drugs and live in supportive housing. 444 participants will be randomly assigned to either this model or usual care. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New universal flu vaccine enters human testing
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental flu vaccine called BPL-1357, given as a shot or nasal spray, to see if it is safe and can protect against multiple flu types. About 129 healthy adults aged 18-55 will receive the vaccine or a placebo, then be exposed to a flu virus in a controlled…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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New mRNA HIV vaccines enter early human testing
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial will test two experimental mRNA vaccines designed to teach the immune system to make antibodies that target HIV. About 42 adults with well-controlled HIV will receive the vaccines and then temporarily pause their regular HIV medication under close monitorin…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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New RSV vaccine aims to shield adults from severe respiratory infection
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental vaccine called RSVpreF in adults to see if it is safe and triggers a strong immune response against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Around 540 adults in India will receive either the vaccine or a placebo. Researchers will monitor for side effec…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New nasal spray COVID booster enters human testing
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new COVID-19 booster vaccine called OCU500, which is given as a nasal spray or inhaled mist instead of a shot. The study involves 80 healthy adults aged 18-64 who have already been vaccinated against COVID-19. Researchers are checking if the va…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pfizer launches massive trial of c. diff vaccine for seniors
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a vaccine can prevent C. difficile infection in adults 65 and older. About 32,000 participants will receive either the vaccine or a placebo shot. The study will track infections and side effects over up to three and a half years.
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can shingrix shield HIV patients from shingles?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests the Shingrix vaccine in people with HIV and healthy volunteers to see how well it boosts immunity against shingles. Participants receive two shots two months apart and are followed for a year. The goal is to understand if the vaccine works safely in those with di…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental flu vaccine enters human testing
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests an experimental flu vaccine called FluMos-v2, with or without an adjuvant (ALFQ), in 45 healthy adults aged 18-50. Participants receive two shots four months apart and are followed for 15 months. The goal is to check safety and how well the vaccine tr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New flu vaccine trial aims for stronger, Longer-Lasting protection
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new flu vaccine (STEMos1) in 56 healthy adults aged 18-50. Half of the participants get the vaccine with an adjuvant (a substance that boosts the immune response), and half get it without. The goal is to check safety and how well the vaccine trigger…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New mRNA vaccine against mpox enters key trial in africa
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental mRNA vaccine called BNT166a to see if it is safe and can protect against mpox (monkeypox). About 310 healthy adults in Africa will receive either the vaccine or a placebo. The trial is double-blind, meaning neither participants nor doctors know wh…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BioNTech SE • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New EBV vaccines enter human safety trials
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests two experimental vaccines against Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), which causes mono and is linked to cancers. Researchers will give 750 healthy adults aged 18-29 three shots over several months to check for side effects and immune response. The goal is to find a safe v…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a vaccine stop Antibiotic-Resistant gonorrhea?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis first-in-human trial tests an experimental vaccine called LTB-NG6, designed to protect against gonorrhea. The study will enroll healthy adults aged 18-50 to evaluate the vaccine's safety and its ability to trigger an immune response. Participants will receive either the vacc…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: LimmaTech Biologics AG • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an mRNA vaccine stop a rare ebola strain?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental mRNA vaccine called mRNA-1469 to see if it is safe and can trigger an immune response against Ebola-Bundibugyo virus disease. Healthy adults aged 18 to 65 will receive either the vaccine or a placebo. The study focuses on safety a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: ModernaTX, Inc. • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new vaccine stop strep a in its tracks?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis first-in-human trial tests a new vaccine designed to protect against Group A Streptococcus (Strep A), a bacteria that can cause sore throats, skin infections, and more serious illnesses. Healthy adults aged 18 to 25 will receive one of two vaccine formulations, each with a d…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a personalized video and phone call get more teens the HPV vaccine?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a combination of a culturally tailored video message from an HPV cancer survivor and a reminder phone call can increase the number of adolescents aged 10-12 who get the HPV vaccine. The intervention is delivered through a patient portal and direct outreac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New meningitis vaccine trial aims to shield babies from deadly infection
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests a new vaccine designed to protect infants aged 3 to 5 months against four strains of meningococcal bacteria that cause meningitis and sepsis. About 880 healthy babies will receive either the experimental vaccine or a licensed comparator vaccine. Researche…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sinovac Biotech Co., Ltd • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New meningitis vaccine for toddlers shows promise in major trial
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests a new vaccine to protect young children (12-23 months old) against four types of meningococcal bacteria that can cause meningitis. About 1,040 toddlers will receive either the new vaccine or an existing one to see if the new vaccine is as safe and effective. The …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sinovac Biotech Co., Ltd • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New meningitis vaccine trial aims to protect babies
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests a new vaccine against four types of meningococcal bacteria (A, C, Y, W135) that cause meningitis. About 1,040 healthy infants aged 6 to 11 months will receive either the experimental vaccine or a licensed comparator. Researchers will measure immune respon…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sinovac Biotech Co., Ltd • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New infant vaccine trial aims to shield against pneumonia and meningitis
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests a new pneumococcal vaccine in about 2400 healthy infants starting at 2 months old. The goal is to see if the new vaccine is as safe as the current vaccine, Prevnar 20, and if it can protect against more types of bacteria that cause pneumonia, meningitis, and ear …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Broader shield: can a 20-Valent vaccine outsmart pneumonia in babies?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial evaluates an experimental vaccine called 20vPnC, designed to protect against 20 types of pneumococcal bacteria. Healthy infants aged 42 to 98 days will receive either 20vPnC or the approved 13vPnC vaccine at 2, 4, 6, and 12-15 months. The study aims to compare safety a…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New malaria vaccine for pregnant women shows promise in lab tests
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study aims to develop a vaccine to prevent malaria during pregnancy. Researchers will test potential vaccines in the lab using blood samples from pregnant women aged 15-25 in Mali. The goal is to see if these vaccines can block the malaria parasite from attaching to the plac…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an updated COVID-19 vaccine keep up with the virus?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial is testing an updated version of the BNT162b2 COVID-19 vaccine in healthy adults aged 18 to 64. Participants will receive either the updated COVID-19 vaccine or a Tdap vaccine (for tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough) to compare safety and measure spike protein lev…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: BioNTech SE • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New mRNA HIV vaccines enter human testing
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests two experimental mRNA vaccines designed to train the immune system to make special antibodies that could block HIV. The study involves 40 healthy adults without HIV who will receive the vaccines and be monitored for safety and immune responses. It is …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New 24-Strain pneumonia vaccine enters human trials
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests a new vaccine (PCV24) designed to protect against 24 types of pneumococcal bacteria, which can cause pneumonia, meningitis, and ear infections. The trial includes 854 healthy people aged 2 months and older, split into two phases to check safety and immune respons…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: CanSino Biologics Inc. • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can the HPV vaccine fully protect transgender women and people with HIV?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study is testing how well the 9-valent HPV vaccine (Gardasil9) triggers an immune response in people born male who have used estrogen or androgen blockers, including those living with HIV. Participants receive three doses of the vaccine over six months, and their immune resp…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a genetically modified oral vaccine beat cholera?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial tests a new oral cholera vaccine called PanChol in healthy adults aged 18 to 55 in Zambia. The vaccine is designed to be safer and more effective than current options. Researchers will monitor participants for side effects and measure their immune response after vaccin…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One shot, two viruses: could a combined vaccine shield seniors from RSV and HMPV?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial is testing an experimental vaccine designed to protect against two respiratory viruses at once: RSV and HMPV. The study involves about 2,400 adults aged 60 and older, who will receive one of several dose levels of the vaccine, a placebo, or a control vaccine. Researche…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New vaccine aims to tackle multiple salmonella strains at once
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests a new quadrivalent Pan-Salmonella vaccine designed to protect against several types of Salmonella bacteria that cause typhoid and paratyphoid fevers. Healthy adults aged 18 to 45 in Africa receive either a low or full dose of the vaccine, with or without an adjuv…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Liver-Stage malaria vaccine shield mothers and babies?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests a new malaria vaccine (PfSPZ-LARC2) designed to stop the malaria parasite in the liver before it can cause illness. The study involves 300 healthy women of childbearing age in Mali who plan to become pregnant. Participants receive three doses of the vacci…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sanaria Inc. • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New RSV vaccine candidate aims to shield older adults from severe lung infections
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental vaccine called AZD6489 in adults aged 60 and older. The vaccine is designed to protect against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a common virus that can cause serious lung infections in older people. Participants receive a single injection of eit…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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DNA vaccine aims to train immune system against HPV-Linked cervical lesions
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis phase 1 trial tests a DNA vaccine designed to target HPV16, a virus that can cause high-grade cervical lesions (CIN2/3). The vaccine is given by injection into the muscle followed by a mild electrical pulse to help cells take up the DNA. The study includes both HIV-negative …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a new vaccine shield infants from dengue?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests a dengue vaccine (TDV) in children aged 6 to 21 months. The goal is to see if the vaccine is safe and triggers a strong immune response. Participants receive two shots three months apart and are monitored for side effects and antibody levels.
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on COVID-19: a novel vaccine approach
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis Phase 1 trial tests a new type of COVID-19 vaccine made from artificial antigen presenting cells (aAPC). The vaccine is designed to teach the body's T cells to recognize and attack the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The study includes healthy volunteers and people with mild COVID-19, and…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shenzhen Geno-Immune Medical Institute • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New HPV vaccine batch trial aims to ensure reliable protection
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial is testing whether three different batches of a 9-valent HPV vaccine produce similar immune responses in 720 women aged 18-30 in China. Participants will receive three doses over six months, and researchers will measure antibody levels one month after the final dose. T…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Xiamen Innovax Biotech Co., Ltd • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Engineered vaccine trains immune system to target COVID-19
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial tests a new vaccine called LV-SMENP, designed to teach the body's immune cells to recognize and attack the COVID-19 virus. The vaccine uses a harmless virus to deliver pieces of the coronavirus into dendritic cells, which then activate T cells to fight infection. The s…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shenzhen Geno-Immune Medical Institute • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New COVID-19 vaccine candidate tested alone or as a booster with mRNA shots
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests a new COVID-19 vaccine called VYD2311, given alone or together with an existing mRNA COVID-19 vaccine, in healthy adults aged 18 to 49. The goal is to check safety and measure the body's virus-fighting antibody levels. Participants receive one injection and are m…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Invivyd, Inc. • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New HIV drug IAP086 enters first human safety trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests whether a single dose of an experimental drug called IAP086 is safe in 30 adults with HIV whose virus is already well-controlled by standard antiretroviral therapy. Participants receive one intravenous infusion and are monitored closely for 28 days. T…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Cancer drug nivolumab takes on EBV-Linked tumors in new trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether the drug nivolumab can slow or stop the growth of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)-positive lymphoproliferative disorders and non-Hodgkin lymphomas. About 40 people aged 12 and older whose cancers have not responded to standard therapy will receive nivolu…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Can a new injection tame chronic hepatitis b?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is evaluating an investigational drug called ACT201, given as an injection, to see if it is safe and tolerable. The study first tests single and multiple doses in healthy volunteers, then moves to people with chronic hepatitis B whose virus is already suppr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Xiamen Amoytop Biotech Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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New hope for HIV patients with blood cancer: safer bone marrow transplants on the horizon?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a combination of three drugs (cyclophosphamide, bortezomib, and maraviroc) can safely prevent graft-versus-host disease after a half-matched bone marrow transplant in people living with HIV who also have a blood cancer. The trial involves 265 participants…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Could starting feeds sooner shield preterm babies from infection?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial compares two ways of feeding very preterm infants (born before 32 weeks and under 1500 grams). One group receives a short period of small 'trophic' feeds for one day before advancing to full feeds, while the other receives trophic feeds for three days. The goal is to s…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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New hope against deadly mold infections enters final testing
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new medicine called fosmanogepix for adults with serious mold infections that are hard to treat. About 234 people will join, receiving either the new drug or standard care. The main goal is to see if fewer people die by day 42. The study is currently recruiting…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Basilea Pharmaceutica • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Could family clinics cure hepatitis c as well as specialists?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether treating hepatitis C in primary care clinics, with non-specialist doctors, works as well as the standard specialist care in Brazil. It also evaluates the use of rapid tests and self-testing to find more people with the infection. The goal is to see if a s…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Oswaldo Cruz Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Smartphone therapy: could an app help men with HIV kick stimulants?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether a mobile app called reSET can help men who have sex with men, are living with HIV, and have a stimulant use disorder reduce their drug use and keep their HIV under control. Participants use the app for 12 weeks, completing modules on topics like ma…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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New lung fibrosis drug SV001 enters first human safety trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new drug called SV001 in 53 healthy Chinese adults to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. Participants receive a single dose of SV001 or a placebo. The goal is to check for side effects and measure drug levels in the blood. This is a fi…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Synvida Biotechnology Co.,Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to shield dialysis patients from deadly staph infections
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called AZD7760 in healthy volunteers and people with end-stage kidney disease who are on dialysis. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and how the body processes it. If it works, it could help prevent serious staph infections that often occur in dia…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a second RSV shot in pregnancy protect more babies?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving a second dose of an RSV vaccine to pregnant women who already received it in a prior pregnancy is safe and boosts immunity. About 550 women aged 18-49, between 24-36 weeks pregnant, will receive either the vaccine or a placebo. Researchers will tra…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Twice-Yearly HIV shots could replace daily pills
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether a combination of two antibodies (teropavimab and zinlirvimab) plus the drug lenacapavir, given as injections twice a year, can keep HIV under control in adults whose virus is already well-suppressed by daily oral medication. The study compares thi…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill combo aims to protect vulnerable from severe COVID
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests a new antiviral pill, ibuzatrelvir, alone or with an IV drug (remdesivir) in 300 adults with weak immune systems who have mild-to-moderate COVID-19. The goal is to see if the combination prevents hospitalizations or worsening symptoms better than remdesiv…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antiviral pill aims to keep High-Risk COVID patients out of hospital
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the antiviral drug molnupiravir can prevent severe illness from COVID-19 in adults at high risk. About 3,000 non-hospitalized participants will take either molnupiravir or a placebo for 5 days. The main goal is to see if the drug reduces hospitalizations,…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV patients to keep receiving promising treatments in new study
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study offers continued access to HIV medications (fostemsavir or dolutegravir/lamivudine) for 183 people who completed earlier ViiV Healthcare studies and are still benefiting. The goal is to provide treatment while collecting more safety information. Participants must have …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: ViiV Healthcare • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a shot replace daily HIV pills? new trial tests injectable combo
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an injectable combination of two experimental drugs, GS-3242 and lenacapavir, can control HIV-1 as well as the daily pill Biktarvy. About 700 people with HIV who have never taken antiviral treatment will receive either the injectable regimen or the standa…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pregnant women with hepatitis c get new hope in drug trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing the safety and drug levels of glecaprevir/pibrentasvir, a hepatitis C treatment, in 30 pregnant women with or without HIV. The goal is to see how the drug works during pregnancy and to monitor the health of both mothers and their infants up to 10 weeks after…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to keep High-Risk COVID patients out of the hospital
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an oral medication called ibuzatrelvir in adults and teens with COVID-19 who are not hospitalized but have a high risk of becoming severely ill. Participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 5 days, and researchers will track whether it reduces emerg…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene therapy takes on hepatitis b: first human trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new gene therapy called PBGENE-HBV in 45 adults with chronic hepatitis B who are already on antiviral medication. The goal is to see if the treatment is safe and can help control the virus. Participants must be in good health and have no liver scarr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Precision BioSciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Ultra-Long-Acting HIV shots could mean fewer doses for patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a new ultra-long-acting injectable HIV medication works as well as the current long-acting version. About 564 adults and teens with well-controlled HIV will receive either the ultra-long-acting or the standard long-acting shots. The goal is to see if the …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: ViiV Healthcare • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Inhaled antibiotics aim to beat pneumonia in ECMO patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether inhaling the antibiotic amikacin can better treat pneumonia caused by gram-negative bacteria in patients on veno-arterial ECMO (a heart-lung bypass machine). Standard antibiotics often fail in these patients, possibly because the bypass reduces blo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New inhaled drug aims to fight deadly lung scarring
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests an experimental inhaled medication called LTI-03 in about 120 people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a progressive lung disease that causes scarring and breathing difficulty. Participants will inhale LTI-03 or a placebo twice daily for 24 weeks.…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Rein Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New TB cocktail aims to shorten treatment
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new combination of three drugs—sorfequiline, pretomanid, and linezolid—in 100 adults with newly diagnosed, drug-sensitive tuberculosis. Participants take the pills daily for 17 weeks. The goal is to see if the combo is safe and can clear the infection faster th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Global Alliance for TB Drug Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a bone drug help control HIV?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis small Phase 2 trial tests whether alendronate, a drug used for bone health, can reduce the hidden HIV reservoir in people already on antiretroviral therapy. About 30 participants will receive either alendronate or a placebo, and researchers will measure changes in HIV DNA an…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a tiny ear tube offer lasting relief for middle ear infections?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is checking how well the Solo+ tympanostomy tube works in people with middle ear infections. Researchers will review doctor notes, monitor how the tubes function after surgery, and ask patients or their parents about their experience. The goal is to gather real-world i…
Sponsor: AventaMed DAC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simpler dental procedure spare kids from a painful root canal?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a simpler dental procedure called pulpotomy works as well as the standard pulpectomy for treating severe tooth decay in children's baby molars. Pulpotomy removes only the infected part of the pulp and seals it, while pulpectomy removes the entire pulp and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Qatar University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Texts and patches aim to help HIV patients kick the habit
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program that sends personalized text messages and provides nicotine patches to help people with HIV in Cambodia stop smoking. Researchers will enroll 800 smokers and check if they quit after 6 months using self-reports and breath tests. The goal is to find a pr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV cocktail aims to free patients from daily pills
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether a mix of intensified antiretrovirals, a latency-reversing drug, an anti-proliferative drug, and a personalized vaccine can shrink the hidden HIV reservoir enough to allow people to stop their daily medication. The study will enroll 70 adults with …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Federal University of São Paulo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Kids' diarrhea: drug plus fluids tested
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests how the drug rifaximin (Xifaxan) works in children aged 6 to 11 with acute diarrhea likely caused by bacteria. Half the children get the drug plus oral rehydration therapy, the other half get rehydration alone. Researchers want to see if adding the drug helps dia…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Bausch Health Americas, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo may outperform chemo in rare lymphoma
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether an immunotherapy-based regimen (sintilimab, pegaspargase, and anlotinib) works better than standard chemotherapy before a stem cell transplant in people with newly diagnosed, advanced extranodal NK/T-cell lymphoma. Participants are randomly assign…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Rong Tao • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can paxlovid hold the line against severe COVID-19 outside the lab?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study watches how Paxlovid performs in real life, not in a controlled trial. It follows about 3,000 people in Korea with mild-to-moderate COVID-19 who are at high risk of getting very sick. Researchers track side effects, hospitalizations, and deaths over 28 days after the l…
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Breathing technique may outperform spirometry for smog pneumonia recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a specific breathing exercise, the Buteyko technique, can improve oxygen levels, reduce breathlessness, and enhance exercise ability in patients with pneumonia caused by smog. It compares this approach to incentive spirometry, a standard device that encou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can simple reminders keep children safe from malaria after hospital?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial in Benin tests different ways to help caregivers give children a 3-day course of malaria prevention medicine each month for three months after leaving the hospital. The children, all under 10, were hospitalized with severe malaria or severe anemia. Some families get ho…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Institut de Recherche Clinique du Benin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New TB cocktails aim to speed up recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests new combinations of drugs for adults with lung tuberculosis (TB). The goal is to see if these new regimens work faster and are safer than the current standard treatment. About 315 participants will receive either an experimental drug combo or the usual care for 8…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New virus therapy takes on advanced cancers in first human trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new treatment called MQ710, a modified virus injected directly into tumors, alone or with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab. It is for people with advanced solid tumors (like skin cancer or head and neck cancer) that have not responded to standar…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to shield autoimmune patients from Life-Threatening infections
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a medicine called Panzyga can prevent major infections in people with autoimmune or rheumatic conditions who have low antibody levels after receiving B-cell depletion therapy. About 360 adults will receive either Panzyga or a placebo, and researchers will…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Octapharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody BNT351 enters first human trial for HIV
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new antibody called BNT351 in 67 adults, both with and without HIV. The goal is to check safety, how long the antibody stays in the blood, and whether it can lower HIV levels in people with the virus. It is a first step toward possibly controlling H…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: BioNTech SE • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fighting HIV stigma with job skills and peer support — a bold experiment in zambia
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a program called Kupambana for young people with HIV in Zambia. It combines weekly peer-led support groups to reduce stigma with a voucher for vocational training and a financial literacy session. Researchers want to see if this approach can improve mental health…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to break the cycle of repeat c. diff infections
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called ibezapolstat in 20 people who have had three or more C. diff infections in the past year. The goal is to see if the drug can cure the current infection and reduce the chance of it coming back. Participants will take the drug twice a da…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Acurx Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a phone call save lives after sepsis? new trial in africa aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two ways to follow up with adult patients who survived sepsis in the hospital. One group gets enhanced discharge instructions, and the other gets those instructions plus automated phone calls checking on symptoms and providing health tips. The goal is to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Makerere University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tests antifungal drug in infants to fight dangerous infections
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing the antifungal drug posaconazole in infants under 2 years old who have a serious fungal infection. The goal is to find out how the drug moves through the body and what dose is safe. About 40 infants will receive the drug either through an IV or as a powder m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new antibiotic outmatch an old one against Drug-Resistant pneumonia?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is testing an experimental antibiotic called ASK0912 against an older drug, polymyxin B, in adults with hospital-acquired or ventilator-associated pneumonia caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria. Participants will receive one of two dosing schedules of ASK0912 or the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jiangsu Aosaikang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new immune drug outsmart Hard-to-Treat tumors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests an experimental drug called STAR0602, which is designed to help the immune system attack cancer cells. It is being studied in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is given alone or combined with chemotherapy, …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Marengo Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can peer mentors help stop HIV transmission from mother to child?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an enhanced Mentor Mother strategy, where trained peer counselors provide tailored support to pregnant and postpartum women living with HIV. The goal is to see if this approach can be successfully implemented and improve health outcomes, such as keeping mothers i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple blood test curb antibiotic overuse in sick kids?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether using a blood marker called procalcitonin (PCT) to guide antibiotic decisions can safely shorten treatment duration in children with bacterial infections in intensive care. About 296 children will be randomly assigned to either PCT-guided care or standard…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could oral antibiotics replace hospital stays for Syphilis-Exposed newborns?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether oral antibiotics (linezolid or amoxicillin) can effectively treat newborns at risk of congenital syphilis, compared to a standard penicillin shot. The goal is to find a safe, outpatient-friendly option that avoids long hospital stays. The trial involves 9…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Malaria drug artesunate tested for lung scarring
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests whether artesunate, a drug used for malaria, is safe for people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that scars the lungs and makes breathing hard. Fifteen adults with IPF will receive either artesunate capsules or a placebo for 12 week…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Joseph C. Wu • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New RSV drug trial aims to protect vulnerable adults
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental antiviral drug called S-337395 in adults with RSV who are at high risk for severe illness. Participants must have symptoms for less than 72 hours and a confirmed RSV infection. The goal is to see if the drug can lower the amount of virus in the bo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shionogi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could intense workouts reverse cognitive decline in older HIV patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether 16 weeks of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can improve blood vessel function and thinking skills in adults aged 50 and older living with HIV. Participants are randomly assigned to either HIIT or continuous moderate exercise. The study also explor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common virus help brain tumors grow? new trial tests Anti-Viral drug in breast cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial is testing whether an anti-viral drug called valganciclovir (Valcyte) can help treat breast cancer that has spread to the brain. The study includes 28 adults with progressive brain metastases who also have evidence of a common virus called CMV. Participants ta…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: The Methodist Hospital Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Aging in place: could mobile teams keep nursing home residents out of the hospital?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether nursing home residents who become acutely ill can be safely assessed and treated at home by municipal acute care teams, with remote consultation from a senior hospital physician, instead of being sent to the hospital. Participating nursing homes are rando…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Copenhagen University Hospital at Herlev • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New inhaled therapy aims to slow lung scarring in IPF
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an inhaled version of the drug nintedanib (called AP02) in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that scars the lungs and makes breathing hard. About 160 adults aged 40 and older who are not currently on IPF treatment will take either a low o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Avalyn Pharma Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New HIV shot moves to first human safety tests
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new long-acting injectable drug called VH4524184 in healthy adults to see if it is safe and how the body handles it. The goal is to find a dose that could one day help control HIV with fewer shots. About 268 volunteers will receive either the drug or a placebo …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: ViiV Healthcare • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a weekly pill replace daily HIV treatment? new study aims to find out.
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a once-weekly combination of two experimental drugs (islatravir and ulonivirine) works as well as the standard daily three-drug pill Biktarvy for people newly diagnosed with HIV-1. About 570 adults who have never taken HIV medication will be randomly assi…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can online therapy stop insulin resistance in HIV patients? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an internet-based depression treatment called cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT-D) can prevent insulin resistance from getting worse in adults with HIV who are on antiretroviral therapy and have depression. Researchers will compare the online therapy pro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug could beat virus threat in transplant patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug, brincidofovir, against the current treatment cidofovir for adenovirus infection in children and adults who have had a stem cell transplant. About 180 participants will receive one of the two drugs intravenously until the virus is cleared or up to 12 w…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: SymBio Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to slow lung scarring in IPF patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called PIPE-791 in 324 adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that scars the lungs and makes breathing hard. Participants take either a low or high dose of PIPE-791 or a placebo daily for several months. The main goal is t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Contineum Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody drug aims to slow lung scarring in IPF
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether MTX-463, an antibody that blocks a protein linked to scarring, can slow lung function decline in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). About 164 adults with IPF will receive either the drug or a placebo for 24 weeks. The main goal is to…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mediar Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New inhaled drug for lung scarring moves to Long-Term safety check
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at the long-term safety of an inhaled drug (AP01) for people with progressive lung scarring (pulmonary fibrosis). It is for those who already completed an earlier Avalyn Pharma study. About 340 participants will receive the drug and be monitored for side effects …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Avalyn Pharma Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Texts and peers could help LGBTQ+ youth beat HIV in nigeria
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program that combines peer support and text message reminders to help young LGBTQ+ people with HIV in Nigeria stay on their medication and lower their virus levels. One hundred participants aged 15-29 will receive the program for 24 weeks. The goal is to see if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple asthma drug prevent a dangerous immunotherapy side effect?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using inhaled budesonide (a steroid commonly used for asthma) for one year can stop lung inflammation from coming back in cancer patients who had a serious immune reaction to immunotherapy. About 94 adults with solid tumors who recently had lung inflammat…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AHS Cancer Control Alberta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an immune boost keep myeloma patients Infection-Free on powerful new drugs?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether giving immune globulin (IGI) regularly can prevent serious infections in adults with multiple myeloma who are receiving a bispecific antibody therapy. About 183 participants will be randomly assigned to get IGI right away for 12 months or only aft…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can antivirals tame a deadly Tick-Borne virus?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether two antiviral drugs, favipiravir and ribavirin, can help clear the virus faster in adults hospitalized with Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF), a severe tick-borne infection. Participants will receive one of the drugs or optimized standard care, and r…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for transplant patients with stubborn CMV infection
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study in Japan tracks 250 organ or stem cell transplant patients whose CMV infection did not improve with standard treatments. Participants take Maribavir tablets as part of their regular care, and doctors monitor side effects and whether the virus clears from the blood for …
Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibiotic lefamulin takes on Drug-Resistant pneumonia
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at how safe and effective the antibiotic lefamulin is for treating community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) in Chinese patients. CAP is a lung infection caught outside of hospitals, and many common antibiotics are becoming less effective due to drug resistance. Lefamul…
Sponsor: Marubeni Pharmaceuticals (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple pill stop a hidden virus after cancer treatment?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the drug letermovir can prevent cytomegalovirus (CMV) from reactivating in people who have received a type of CAR T-cell therapy called axicabtagene ciloleucel. CMV is a common virus that can cause serious illness when the immune system is weakened. The t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to get older HIV patients moving
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests three approaches to help older adults with HIV become more physically active: one-on-one coaching, cognitive behavioral therapy to overcome barriers like low motivation or pain, and a Fitbit-based social support program. About 196 participants will wear a Fitbit …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Butler Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wart war: vitamin D3 or acyclovir injections – which works better?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether injecting acyclovir (an antiviral drug) or vitamin D3 directly into skin warts can clear them. Forty people aged 12 and older with common, plantar, flat, or nail warts will receive injections every two weeks for up to four sessions. The main goal is to se…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a probiotic or a gentle ear stimulator sharpen thinking in HIV and alcohol use?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two approaches to improve thinking and reduce inflammation in people with HIV who drink alcohol. One approach uses a probiotic supplement to restore healthy gut bacteria. The other uses a mild electrical device worn on the ear to stimulate a nerve linked to infla…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New injection aims to revive immune system in HIV patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called JL18008 in people with HIV whose immune systems have not fully recovered despite standard antiretroviral therapy. The goal is to see if adding this drug can safely increase CD4+ T cells, which are crucial for fighting infections. The t…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jecho Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can an antiviral drug stop RSV in vulnerable patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the antiviral drug remdesivir can help treat RSV (a common respiratory virus) in people whose immune systems are weakened by certain cancer treatments or autoimmune therapies. About 60 adults with confirmed RSV will receive remdesivir intravenously. The m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could a gel stop genital warts from coming back?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether applying a special gel (Geniwa gel) after laser removal can better treat recurrent genital warts and prevent them from returning. Adults who have had at least three laser treatments and still experience recurrences are eligible. Participants recei…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: KTH Biopharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New bacterial vaginosis treatment aims to rebalance vaginal flora
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment called FB301 in 120 women aged 18-45 with bacterial vaginosis (BV). Before FB301, some women will receive an antibiotic or a vaginal wash to see if that helps restore healthy bacteria. The goal is to improve the balance of good bacteria in the vag…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Freya Biosciences ApS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New lung fibrosis pill tested for Long-Term safety in 1,700 patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests the long-term safety of the drug nerandomilast in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) or progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF). All 1,700 participants have already taken the drug in a previous study. They will take nerandomilast tablets for up to 1 yea…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a simple wash save a tooth that hurts?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether using calcium hypochlorite or sodium hypochlorite to clean the pulp wound during a partial pulpotomy can improve the success of saving painful, deeply decayed permanent molars. Adults aged 18-40 with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis will undergo the proc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Postgraduate Institute of Dental Sciences Rohtak • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could a Lab-Made protein help fight HIV-Related cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a lab-made human protein called CYT107 in 55 people with HIV and Kaposi sarcoma. The protein aims to boost T cells, which may help shrink cancer tumors. Participants receive weekly injections for up to 4 weeks, with follow-up for 3 years.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New shot aims to tame hepatitis b without daily pills
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called AHB-137 in 70 adults with chronic hepatitis B who are already on antiviral pills. The drug is given as a shot under the skin. The goal is to see if it can lower the virus to undetectable levels and allow some people to stop the…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AusperBio Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can $500 a month help young people with HIV get better care?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving young people (ages 18-35) living with HIV a monthly payment of $500 for 18 months helps them stay in care and keep the virus under control. About 304 participants who have faced financial hardship will be randomly assigned to receive either the cas…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can early HIV treatment free infants from lifelong meds?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving very early and intensive antiretroviral therapy, plus an antibody, can help infants with HIV achieve remission—meaning the virus stays undetectable even after stopping treatment. Researchers will enroll about 1,120 infants and follow them for safet…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could a shot replace daily HIV pills? new trial tests Two-Injection combo
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests whether switching to a combination of two injectable drugs, GS-3242 and lenacapavir, works as well as staying on the daily pill Biktarvy for people with HIV who already have the virus under control. About 175 participants will be randomly assigned to eith…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could adding a common antibiotic beat syphilis in HIV patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding doxycycline to the standard penicillin shot works better for treating early syphilis in people with HIV. About 688 adults will be randomly assigned to get either penicillin alone or penicillin plus a week of doxycycline pills. The main goal is to s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Experimental drug aims to reverse liver damage in rare triple condition
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called foscenvivint in people with liver cirrhosis caused by HIV and hepatitis C co-infection who also have hemophilia. Participants receive the drug once a week for 24 weeks. Researchers will check if the drug improves liver function and is safe to use.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kiminori Kimura, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Stop the pills when symptoms vanish? landmark trial for Kids' infections
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether children with bacterial infections like urinary tract infections, cellulitis, or pneumonia can safely stop oral antibiotics once their symptoms go away, instead of finishing the entire course. About 200 children aged 1 to 17 who have already received IV a…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New weekly shot could fight deadly mould infections with fewer side effects
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests whether a new drug called EL219 (Turletricin) is safe and effective for early treatment of invasive mould infections in people with weakened immune systems, such as those who have had a bone marrow transplant. About 60 participants will receive either EL2…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Elion Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug ION717 aims to slow fatal brain disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called ION717 for people with early-stage prion disease, a rare and fatal brain condition. The drug is given via a spinal injection and aims to reduce harmful prion proteins. The trial will check safety, side effects, and how the drug moves through the…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer-Killing virus trial launches for patients out of options
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 1 trial tests IDOV-Immune, a genetically engineered virus designed to infect and destroy cancer cells while boosting the immune system. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors (like colorectal, pancreatic, or lung cancer) that have not responded to standard treatme…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: ViroMissile, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot aims to free hepatitis b patients from daily pills
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests an injection called AHB-137 in 60 adults with chronic hepatitis B who are already on antiviral pills. The goal is to see if the drug can lower virus levels enough that patients can safely stop all treatment. The study will check if the virus stays undetec…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ausper Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fighting hunger and HIV: new study tests peer support to tackle food insecurity
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at how food insecurity affects heart and metabolic health in people with HIV. Researchers will test a program that combines peer support and a mobile health app to help reduce food insecurity and improve insulin resistance. About 200 adults with HIV from a clinic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with liver fluke: drug trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests different doses of a drug called arpraziquantel in children aged 6-7 who are infected with a liver fluke parasite (Opisthorchis viverrini). The goal is to find the safest and most effective dose to cure the infection. 125 children will receive one of several dose…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jennifer Keiser • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New foot fungus film shows promise in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new topical film called ZYG24004 for athlete's foot (tinea pedis). About 64 adults with the infection will apply the film to their feet once or twice. The main goals are to check safety, how the body processes the drug, and whether it can clear the …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sinomune Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot aims to cure hepatitis b – early trial underway
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called AHB-137 in 84 adults with chronic hepatitis B who are already on antiviral therapy. The goal is to see if AHB-137 can clear the hepatitis B surface antigen and keep the virus under control, potentially leading to a functional c…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AusperBio Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer drug dasatinib takes aim at hidden HIV in small trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether dasatinib, a drug used for leukemia, can reduce the hidden HIV reservoir in people whose virus is already suppressed by antiretroviral therapy (ART). Fourteen adults on ART for at least 4 years will be randomly assigned to take dasatinib or a placebo dail…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug could stop knee infections after replacement
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an investigational drug called PLG0206 can prevent infections from coming back after knee replacement surgery. About 240 adults who need a special cleaning surgery (DAIR) for an infected knee joint will receive either PLG0206 or a placebo during the proce…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Peptilogics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Malaria drug could help fight dangerous virus in transplant patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding the malaria drug artesunate to standard antiviral treatment can better control cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection in people who have received a solid organ transplant (kidney, lung, heart, or liver). About 90 adult participants will receive either a l…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Amivas Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tame hepatitis b virus
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two drugs, VIR-2218 and peginterferon, in 50 adults with mild chronic hepatitis B. The goal is to lower the virus level in the blood and improve the body's immune response. Participants receive injections for 6 months and are followed for over 2 years, including …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study targets rare Virus-Driven inflammatory syndrome
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at a newly recognized disease called KSHV Inflammatory Cytokine Syndrome (KICS), caused by a virus that can also lead to certain cancers. Researchers aim to learn more about the disease and test experimental treatments, including antiviral and chemotherapy drugs,…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a vaginal gel replace surgery for cervical dysplasia?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests whether a mushroom-based vaginal gel (Papilocare) can help clear HPV and reverse mild to moderate cervical dysplasia (CIN1/CIN2). Seventy women aged 30-50 will either use the gel for 6 months or follow the standard 'watch and wait' approach. The study…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a poop pill save lives? new trial targets superbug lung infections in ICU patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) — transferring healthy donor stool into the gut — can lower the risk of death in ventilated ICU patients with multidrug-resistant lung infections. The idea is that restoring gut bacteria may help fight lung infection…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Shorter TB treatment: a 4-Month regimen put to the test
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is testing whether a 4-month treatment for drug-sensitive pulmonary tuberculosis works as well as the standard 6-month regimen. The study involves 270 adults with newly diagnosed TB. If the shorter course proves effective, it could make treatment easier to complete and…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sniffing your way back: does scent therapy rebuild COVID-Shattered smell?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a 12-week smell training program can help people who lost their sense of smell after COVID-19. Participants will sniff four different scents twice daily, with one group using rose, orange, clove, and eucalyptus, and another using cheese, coffee, strawberr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Twice-Yearly HIV shot could replace daily pill regimen
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether a combination of two broadly neutralizing antibodies (teropavimab and zinlirvimab) plus a capsid inhibitor (lenacapavir), given as injections just twice a year, can keep HIV under control as well as daily oral medications. The study enrolls adults…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can specially grown immune cells from donors beat viruses that won't go away?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing whether immune cells called R-MVST cells, grown quickly from a healthy donor, can safely fight off stubborn viral infections (EBV, CMV, adenovirus, or BK virus) in children and young adults with weakened immune systems. Participants have not resp…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Monica Bhatia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a once-weekly TB pill safely mix with HIV treatment in kids?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates how a weekly TB prevention regimen (rifapentine and isoniazid) affects levels of the HIV drug dolutegravir in children living with HIV. Researchers will measure drug concentrations in the blood to see if the combination remains safe and effective. The stud…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ancient herbal mix put to the test against COVID-19
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a traditional Chinese herbal formula, Yinqiaosan-Maxingganshitang, can help people with mild to moderate COVID-19 recover faster. About 96 adults who tested positive and have had symptoms for no more than 72 hours will receive either the herbal granules o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart pill bottles and health coaches team up to tackle HIV in the deep south
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether combining community health worker support with a smart pill bottle that tracks medication and sends reminders can improve HIV treatment adherence and viral suppression. The study enrolls 420 adults with HIV in Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi who have …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a common antibiotic beat MRSA in kids? a trial puts TMP-SMX to the test
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial compares two oral antibiotics—trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) and clindamycin—to see which works better for children with invasive MRSA infections, such as bone, joint, or deep tissue infections. About 100 children aged 60 days to 18 years will take one of the …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Flu drug zanamivir tested against Dengue's deadliest complication
Disease control Recruiting nowThis pilot trial tests whether intravenous zanamivir, a drug already used for flu, can reduce vascular permeability — the dangerous blood vessel leakage that is the main cause of death in dengue fever. About 74 people with dengue and warning signs will receive either zanamivir or…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: George Washington University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New injection aims to suppress hepatitis b virus
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests an injection called AHB-137 in adults with chronic hepatitis B who have not yet received treatment. The study compares AHB-137 to a placebo to see if it can lower the amount of hepatitis B virus in the blood and reduce a key marker of infection (HBsAg). P…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ausper Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple dental procedure save teeth with extremely deep cavities?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares a dental procedure called direct pulp capping for two types of deep cavities in adult molars: deep and extremely deep. The goal is to see if the treatment works equally well for both, measuring success by tooth survival, lack of pain, and healing on X-rays. Pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Postgraduate Institute of Dental Sciences Rohtak • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug tame hepatitis e? a first human trial begins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called AT-587 in healthy adults to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. The drug is being developed as a potential treatment for hepatitis E, a liver infection that currently has no approved therapy. Participants recei…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Atea Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can Long-Acting HIV shots outperform daily pills during lymphoma treatment?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether long-acting injectable antiretroviral drugs can control HIV better than standard oral pills in adults with AIDS-related lymphoma who are also receiving chemotherapy. Participants will receive one of three HIV treatment strategies—oral pills alone, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Public Health Clinical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can one Mega-Dose of an antifungal beat a deadly infection in AIDS patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase III trial is testing whether a single high dose (10 mg/kg) of liposomal amphotericin B can safely and effectively treat disseminated histoplasmosis, a serious fungal infection, in adults with AIDS. The standard treatment requires two weeks of daily infusions. The study…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Federal University of Health Science of Porto Alegre • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Inhaled drug could offer new hope for lung scarring disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether an inhaled form of nintedanib (MNKD-201) is safe and effective for people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that causes lung scarring. About 210 adults with IPF will receive either a low or high dose of the inhaled drug or a plac…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mannkind Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a safer dose of an old drug shield vulnerable children from deadly fungal infections?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a low dose of the antifungal drug liposomal amphotericin B can prevent invasive fungal infections in children aged 3 to 17 who have prolonged neutropenia (very low white blood cell counts) after cancer treatment or stem cell transplant. The drug is given …
Sponsor: Haikou Affiliated Hospital of Central South University Xiangya School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Two doses of rituximab before transplant may shield children from Epstein-Barr virus
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether giving two doses of rituximab before a stem cell transplant can prevent Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) from reactivating in children. EBV is a common virus that can cause serious illness in children with weakened immune systems after transplant. The study compa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Steam mask vs. warm flannel: which melts away children's eyelid lumps faster?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial compares a steam mask — a fabric mask with self-hydrating beads heated in a microwave — to the traditional warm compress (a towel soaked in warm water) for treating chalazion, a common eyelid lump, in children aged 5 to 16. Researchers will measure whether the steam ma…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Sheffield • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Home care plus nutrition may cut post-hospital deaths in HIV — a trial puts it to the test
Disease control Recruiting nowPeople living with HIV face high risks after leaving the hospital. This trial tests whether regular home visits by nurse-counselor teams — with or without food parcels — can lower the chance of death within six months. About 780 adults in South Africa will be randomly assigned to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple blood test could curb antibiotic overuse in indonesia
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether a rapid C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test can help doctors decide when antibiotics are truly needed for adults with acute respiratory infections in Indonesian primary health clinics. Many such infections are viral and do not require antibiotics, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oxford University Clinical Research Unit Indonesia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test could tailor CMV prevention after stem cell transplants
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether a blood test that measures CMV-specific immunity (CMV-TCIP) can help doctors decide how long to continue the antiviral drug letermovir after an allogeneic stem cell transplant. Participants receive letermovir for 14 weeks, then the test guides whe…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, Irvine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could less be more? trial tests reduced radiation and chemo after surgery for HPV-Linked throat cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial studies people with HPV-positive oropharynx cancer whose tumors can be surgically removed. After surgery, patients are grouped by risk: low-risk patients get no further treatment, intermediate-risk get a lower dose of radiation, and high-risk get lower-dose radiation p…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Heath Skinner • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a buddy system for HIV care improve lives?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving people with HIV or those taking PrEP two dedicated case managers helps them achieve better financial stability, food security, and health outcomes. Participants will work with their case managers to set goals and stay connected to care. The trial c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heavy drinking and risky sex: a text-based intervention aims to cut HIV risk
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at how heavy drinking affects sexual decision-making in men who have sex with men (MSM) and whether a brief intervention can reduce risky behavior. Participants receive either a single motivational session plus text messages or basic information about drinking an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston University Charles River Campus • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pee test could revolutionize HIV treatment adherence
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a low-cost, point-of-care urine test can help people with HIV who are not virally suppressed stick to their antiretroviral therapy. Participants provide a urine sample that is immediately tested for the presence of the drug tenofovir. Based on the result,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New daily pill aims to outperform standard HIV therapy in landmark trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new experimental drug, ACC017, taken once daily alongside two other HIV medications (FTC/TAF), in adults with HIV-1 who have never been treated before. The goal is to see if ACC017 is as safe and effective as the current standard drug dolutegravir at lowering t…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jiangsu Aidea Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to silence hepatitis b virus
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial tests whether two experimental drugs, GST-HG131 and GST-HG141, can safely reduce hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) levels in people with chronic hepatitis B. The study involves 80 adults aged 35-65. Participants receive either the drug combination or a place…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fujian Akeylink Biotechnology Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fighting HIV stigma: a cultural approach to keep patients in care
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a behavioral program designed to reduce stigma and improve healthcare engagement among people newly diagnosed with HIV in Indonesia. Participants attend counseling sessions adapted for a Muslim-majority population. Researchers measure changes in perceived stigma,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental biologic aims to eliminate persistent HPV16 infection
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an experimental biologic called NWRD09 can clear persistent cervical HPV16 infection in women aged 45 to 65. Participants receive either NWRD09 or a placebo by injection, and researchers check if the virus is gone after 16 weeks. The trial also monitors f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Newish Biotech (Wuxi) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a 45-Minute talk after sepsis stop PTSD before it starts?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single 45-minute psychiatric interview, given soon after ICU discharge for sepsis, can lower the risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Many ICU survivors face long-term mental health issues, but most hospitals lack early screening an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Barzilai Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a smaller antibiotic dose beat gonorrhea just as well?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two doses of the antibiotic ceftriaxone—500 mg versus 1000 mg—given as a single shot to treat uncomplicated gonorrhea. Researchers want to see if the lower dose works just as well, which could mean fewer side effects and less antibiotic use. The trial involves…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental shot aims to clear stubborn HPV infection in the anal region
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests an experimental therapy called NWRD09 in 10 adults aged 18 to 60 who have had a persistent HPV16 infection in the anal area for at least a year. The therapy is given as an injection and is designed to help the body clear the virus. The study primarily…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Newish Biotech (Wuxi) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple protein infusion save more lives from septic shock?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether giving the protein albumin together with standard intravenous fluids during the first hours of treatment can reduce deaths in people with septic shock. About 2,400 adults arriving at emergency departments with septic shock will be randomly assigned…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Asan Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug CTX-187 takes aim at stubborn bacterial infections
Disease control Recruiting nowThis first-in-human trial tests an experimental drug called CTX-187 for safety and tolerability. It starts with healthy volunteers to assess single and multiple doses, then moves to patients with bronchiectasis who have a chronic Pseudomonas infection. The goal is to see if the d…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Centauri Therapeutics Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could inhaled TB drugs curb the spread of Drug-Resistant tuberculosis?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 1 study tests whether inhaling high doses of the antibiotic isoniazid is safe and tolerable for people with tuberculosis. Eight adults with known drug-sensitive TB will receive single inhaled doses of 200, 600, and 1200 mg, plus one intravenous dose for comparison. Res…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can mapping migrant networks help end neglected tropical diseases?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a community-designed strategy to deliver preventive chemotherapy to mobile and migrant populations in Nigeria, who often miss treatment for neglected tropical diseases like river blindness and schistosomiasis. Researchers will work with communities to map migrati…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Uwemedimo Friday Ekpo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common gout pill protect hearts in HIV?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether colchicine, an anti-inflammatory drug used for gout, can reduce inflammation in the coronary arteries of people with HIV who have high cardiovascular risk. Participants take either colchicine or a placebo daily for 96 weeks, and changes in artery inflamma…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Instituto de Investigación Hospital Universitario La Paz • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a fecal transplant beat a stubborn stomach bug?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether transplanting healthy gut bacteria from a donor can help clear a hard-to-treat H. pylori infection. Adults aged 18 to 70 who have failed at least four standard treatments will receive a fecal microbiota transplant through the anus. The goal is to see if t…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Antibiotic-Releasing bone graft aims to fight infection and regrow bone in one step
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a special bone graft that releases the antibiotic tobramycin to treat infected knee replacements. The graft is placed during the first stage of revision surgery, with the goal of clearing the infection and promoting new bone growth. About 200 adults with infected…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Elute, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered virus targets Hard-to-Treat cancers from the inside
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental therapy called YH02, a genetically modified virus designed to infect and destroy cancer cells. It is given as an injection directly into tumors in people with advanced solid tumors (such as head and neck cancer, breast cancer, or melanoma) that ha…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tianjin First Central Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Antibiotic-Infused bone graft could slash infection risk in hip replacements
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether adding antibiotics (vancomycin and tobramycin) to bone graft material during hip replacement surgery can reduce the risk of serious joint infections. The study includes adults undergoing hip replacement who need bone graft, comparing those who rece…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Linkoeping • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Eye injection shows promise for rare Fungal-Related blindness
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether faricimab (Vabysmo), an FDA-approved eye injection for other retinal diseases, can safely treat abnormal blood vessel growth in the eye caused by presumed ocular histoplasmosis syndrome. About 25 adults with this condition will receive an initial injectio…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Cincinnati Eye Institute, Southwest Ohio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Vaccine trains immune system to fight HPV-Positive head and neck tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a vaccine called BVAC-E6E7 in people with head and neck cancer linked to HPV types 16 or 18 that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread. The vaccine is designed to teach the immune system to attack cancer cells. The study first checks safety and the best dose…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cellid Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can smarter antibiotic choices curb superbugs in liver disease?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether using infection surveillance data to guide antibiotic selection can reduce antibiotic resistance in hospitalized cirrhosis patients with bacterial infections. About 198 adults with decompensated cirrhosis and a confirmed or suspected infection will be ran…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Eva Bonfill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple app help pharmacists stop HIV?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a software program called PEPPI makes it easier for pharmacists to offer HIV prevention pills (PEP and PrEP) and for patients to get them. Pharmacists and patients use the software during their normal visits, and researchers compare how well the service w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: EMPOWERX INC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Rapid molecular tests could help doctors prescribe antibiotics more precisely
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether combining rapid molecular microbiology tests with predefined clinical criteria helps doctors optimize antibiotic use in hospitalized adults receiving strong, broad-spectrum antibiotics. The study compares a protocolized antimicrobial stewardship st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Maria Espinosa Perez • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune cells engineered to hunt viruses show promise for transplant kids
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new cell therapy called LB-DTK-MV in children aged 1-25 who have stubborn viral infections (CMV, EBV, or BKV) after a stem cell transplant. The therapy uses specially grown immune cells from a donor to attack the viruses. Participants receive two infusions two …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: LucasBio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a 'Microbiome Transplant' stop recurring vaginal infections?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether transplanting vaginal fluid from healthy donors can restore a healthy bacterial balance in women with recurrent bacterial vaginosis (BV). Participants receive either the transplant or a placebo after antibiotic treatment. The goal is to see if the transpl…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Douglas Kwon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simpler Two-Drug HIV regimen be just as effective as three?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a two-drug combination (darunavir/cobicistat plus lamivudine) works as well as a standard three-drug combination (darunavir/cobicistat plus tenofovir alafenamide/emtricitabine) in people with HIV whose virus is already suppressed. The study involves 78 ad…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Inhaled interferon could be new weapon against severe RSV in young children
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether an inhaled solution of human interferon α1b can safely help children under 2 years old recover from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) lower respiratory tract infections. The study compares the interferon treatment to a placebo, measuring improveme…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Kexing Biopharm Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Self-Sampling could boost cervical cancer screening for women with HIV
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program to help women living with HIV in Ghana get screened for cervical cancer more easily. The program includes self-sampling kits, patient navigators, and training for healthcare providers. Researchers want to see if these tools increase screening rates and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baylor University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Personalized immune cells take aim at Drug-Resistant eye virus
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment called LB-DTK-CMV for people with cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis that has not responded to standard antiviral medicines. The treatment uses a patient's own immune cells, specially trained to attack CMV, and is given as two infusions. The trial ai…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: LucasBio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a short course of antiviral drugs stop hepatitis b passing from mother to child?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether giving the antiviral drug tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF) to pregnant women with active hepatitis B can prevent the virus from spreading to their babies. The women take TDF from the 28th week of pregnancy until six weeks after giving birth, and all ne…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: ANRS, Emerging Infectious Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Community health workers may be key to helping black patients with HIV achieve lasting viral control
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether community health workers (CHWs) can help Black people with poorly controlled HIV achieve long-term viral suppression. CHWs provide support through weekly phone calls, home visits, and clinic accompaniment for three months. The study enrolls 10 Black adult…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug DON aims to protect brains of children with cerebral malaria
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial evaluates the safety of a single intravenous dose of DON, an experimental drug, in healthy adults, adults with uncomplicated malaria, and children aged 12 months to 14 years with cerebral malaria. Researchers will monitor side effects and measure how the drug moves thr…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Douglas Postels, MD, MS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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C-Section babies may get a microbial boost from mom
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether transferring gut microbes from a mother to her baby after a cesarean section can restore the infant's gut microbiome to resemble that of a vaginally born baby. Researchers will give some infants a fecal transplant (containing bacteria or viruses) and comp…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jakob Stokholm • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tests Muscle-Building combo for veterans with HIV and obesity
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a combination of a special diet, omega-3 and L-carnitine supplements, and resistance exercise can improve muscle quality and reduce fat in veterans with HIV and obesity. The trial will enroll 70 participants and measure changes in muscle density, metaboli…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a drug cocktail slash deaths from TB of the brain?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase III trial in sub-Saharan Africa tests whether giving higher doses of rifampicin plus linezolid, along with aspirin, can reduce deaths from tuberculous meningitis (TBM) in both HIV-positive and HIV-negative people. About 768 adolescents and adults will receive either th…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: ANRS, Emerging Infectious Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can antibiotic wash and suction stop Post-Surgery infections?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using an antibiotic (gentamicin) in the irrigation fluid and a special suction tube during kidney stone surgery can lower the chance of fever, inflammation, or sepsis afterward. About 180 adults having this surgery will be randomly assigned to receive one…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hitit University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Supercharged immune cells take on Drug-Resistant infections
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether specially grown immune cells, called pathogen-specific cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTLs), can safely and effectively treat stubborn infections like EBV, CMV, and adenovirus in people with weakened immune systems, such as stem cell or organ transplant …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shenzhen Geno-Immune Medical Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Calorie cutting may reverse a key step toward diabetes
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether reducing calories to lower fat in the liver and muscles can improve how the body responds to insulin. Researchers will measure changes in insulin sensitivity and fat levels in 250 healthy but insulin-resistant adults with a family history of type 2…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could a common antibiotic beat stubborn joint infections?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether adding the antibiotic rifampicin to standard treatment improves outcomes for people with prosthetic joint infections caused by Cutibacterium acnes bacteria. These infections are hard to treat because the bacteria form a protective biofilm. The stud…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New shampoo aims to stop head lice from coming back
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new shampoo (X92001483) that works by physically trapping and removing head lice, comparing it to a standard medicated rinse (Nix Cream Rinse with 1% permethrin). The goal is to see if the new shampoo is safe, effective at killing lice, and can prevent reinfest…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oystershell NV • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New antiviral pill aims to shorten RSV symptoms in vulnerable adults
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an oral antiviral called ziresovir (AK0529) in adults at high risk for severe RSV infection, such as those with chronic lung or heart disease, weakened immune systems, or age 65 and older. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo, and researchers measure…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Shanghai Ark Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Alpha radiation seeds target tumors from the inside
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a device called DaRT that delivers a unique type of radiation (alpha particles) directly into tumors. It is designed for people with certain skin cancers, mouth cancers, or soft tissue sarcomas that are accessible for direct injection. The goal is to see if this …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alpha Tau Medical LTD. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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AI tool could predict which hospitalized kids need urgent care
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a computer program called pediatric eCART can help doctors quickly identify children in the hospital who are at high risk of serious problems like cardiac arrest or sepsis. Researchers will compare data from before and after the tool was put into use, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test could outshine ultrasound in liver cancer screening
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis phase IV trial will enroll 5,500 people with liver cirrhosis or chronic hepatitis B—conditions that raise liver cancer risk. Participants are randomly assigned to either standard ultrasound screening or a new blood test called GALAD, which measures three proteins. The goal i…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI stethoscope aims to spot hidden heart and lung problems in children
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial is developing an AI-powered device that listens to children's heart, breath, and bowel sounds to identify signs of common diseases like congenital heart disease, bronchopneumonia, and abdominal issues. It will involve 30,000 children aged 0-18, some with these conditio…
Sponsor: Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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At-Home HPV test could boost screening in underserved women
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study explores whether women can accurately collect their own samples for HPV testing, which could make cervical cancer screening easier and more accessible. The research focuses on minority women who are often under-screened, using community health workers to help with the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could Self-Sampling revolutionize cervical cancer screening?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial evaluates whether a new self-collection device, Mia by XytoTest, can be used effectively by people to collect their own vaginal samples for cervical cancer screening. The study compares the accuracy of these self-collected samples against clinician-collected samples fo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mel Mont Medical • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A Finger-Prick could change the fight against hepatitis c
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis large Australian study is testing whether offering a finger-stick point-of-care test for hepatitis C can increase diagnosis and treatment rates. Adults at risk for hepatitis C will be offered the rapid test at services they already use. Those who test positive for the virus …
Sponsor: Kirby Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple finger prick could transform hepatitis c care
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis large Australian study is testing whether offering finger-stick point-of-care testing for hepatitis C in community settings—like drug treatment clinics, homeless shelters, and prisons—can increase the number of people diagnosed and linked to treatment. The study will include…
Sponsor: Kirby Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A quick test for septic arthritis in kids — could it save joints?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether proteins in joint fluid, such as alpha-defensin, can quickly and accurately detect bacterial joint infections (septic arthritis) in children. Currently, doctors rely on cultures that take days, forcing tough decisions about emergency surgery. The trial co…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital for Special Surgery, New York • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Infrared eye on ear infections: new device aims to see fluid that white light misses
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a short wave infrared (SWIR) otoscope can more accurately diagnose middle ear fluid in children than a standard white light otoscope. About 100 children scheduled for ear tube surgery will have images taken with both devices. The presence or absence of fl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New DNA test could speed up diagnosis of parasitic disease
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a homemade PCR test to detect echinococcosis, a parasitic disease, more quickly and accurately than current methods. Researchers will collect biological samples from patients suspected of having the infection, especially those undergoing surgery to remov…
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera SS. Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo di Alessandria • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New PET tracer could spot hidden fungal infections
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis Phase 1 trial tests a new radioactive tracer called [18F]-Fluorocellobiose ([18F]FCB) for PET/CT scans. The goal is to see if it can help find invasive mold infections in the body. The study includes healthy volunteers and people with known fungal infections. Participants re…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New blood test may sharpen diagnosis of autoimmune liver disease
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study evaluates whether a blood test measuring polyreactive immunoglobulin G (pIgG) can more accurately diagnose autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) and distinguish it from other liver conditions. Researchers will collect blood samples from 400 adults undergoing liver biopsy for susp…
Sponsor: Hannover Medical School • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple blood test aims to spot multiple cancers early
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study collects blood samples from healthy people, those with benign diseases, and cancer patients to develop a multi-analyte blood test. The test looks for DNA methylation markers that may indicate the presence of various cancers, especially liver cancer. Researchers aim to …
Sponsor: Helio Genomics • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Five-Minute Finger-Prick test could speed syphilis diagnosis in pregnancy
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a rapid finger-prick blood test for syphilis and HIV can be used in a prenatal clinic for pregnant people at risk. The test gives results in five minutes, potentially speeding up diagnosis and treatment. Participants will provide feedback on their experie…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New score could help doctors spot fungal pneumonia faster
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to create and test a clinical prediction score called FUNGAL-P to help doctors identify fungal pneumonia early in adults who come to the hospital with pneumonia. Researchers will analyze medical records from past patients and then test the score on new patients to…
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Careggi • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New diagnostic tool could speed up treatment for deadly heart infection
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding advanced molecular tests (like PCR and DNA sequencing) to standard blood cultures helps doctors identify the cause of infective endocarditis—a serious heart valve infection—more quickly. The goal is to see if this leads to more patients receiving t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple urine test replace the pap smear for cervical cancer screening?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether urine samples can be used to screen for cervical cancer in women living with HIV. Researchers will compare the accuracy of urine HPV testing with self-collected and provider-collected samples to detect cervical precancer (CIN2 or worse). The goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New AI-Powered swab test aims to spot viruses in minutes
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis 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…
Sponsor: Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI eye on stomach cancer: 6,000-Person trial tests smarter scopes
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether artificial intelligence (AI) can help doctors better detect H. pylori infection and precancerous stomach changes during routine endoscopy. The goal is to see if AI assistance can reduce deaths from stomach cancer. The trial will enroll 6,000 adults aged 2…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Urine test may spot kidney danger early in septic shock
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether a urine test called Nephrocheck can predict which patients with septic shock will develop severe acute kidney injury. The test measures two markers of kidney damage (TIMP2 and IGFBP7). Researchers will analyze data from previous studies involving a…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could treating the whole family stop malaria in pregnancy?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether giving a malaria drug (dihydroartemisinin piperaquine) to household members of pregnant women can help prevent malaria in the mothers. About 300 participants in Uganda will receive either a single dose or monthly doses. The goal is to see if this ap…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Emergency rooms may become a frontline for HIV prevention in teens
Prevention Recruiting nowThis trial tests three ways to screen adolescents and young adults for HIV in emergency departments: targeted screening based on risk, universal opt-in screening offered to everyone, and universal opt-out screening where testing is done unless declined. The goal is to see which a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Westat • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Bringing cervical cancer screening to your doorstep
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests a community-based approach to make cervical cancer screening easier for women who haven't had a Pap test in over 3.5 years. It involves 920 women in low-resource areas of Texas. The goal is to see if this strategy is safe and works well.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Monthly HIV prevention pill could replace daily dose
Prevention Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests MK-8527, a once-monthly oral pill, to prevent HIV-1 infection in women. About 4580 HIV-negative women will take either MK-8527 monthly or a daily PrEP pill (Truvada) to see which works better and is safer. The goal is to offer a more convenient prevention…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Community hubs could boost HIV prevention access
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests a model called STEP-UP, which partners community organizations with telehealth PrEP services to help people access HIV prevention medication. Researchers will enroll 92 participants in the Philadelphia area to see if this approach is acceptable and increases PrEP…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Monthly HIV prevention pill could replace daily dose
Prevention Recruiting nowThis large phase 3 trial is testing whether a new oral pill called MK-8527, taken just once a month, can prevent HIV infection as well as the standard daily PrEP pill. About 4,390 people at risk of HIV will be randomly assigned to receive either the monthly pill or daily Truvada …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Low-Dose antifungal shield vulnerable patients from deadly fungal infections?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a low dose of the antifungal drug liposomal amphotericin B can prevent serious fungal infections in adults with blood cancers or who have had stem cell transplants and have a prolonged low white blood cell count (neutropenia). The trial enrolls 30 pati…
Sponsor: Haikou Affiliated Hospital of Central South University Xiangya School of Medicine • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single shot stop c. diff from returning?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called AZD5148 to see if it can prevent repeat C. diff infections in adults. About 230 people will get either the drug or a placebo as a single injection. The goal is to stop the infection from coming back after standard treatment.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a single friendly gut bacterium prevent recurrent c. diff?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests EXL01, a single strain of a beneficial gut bacterium (Faecalibacterium prausnitzii), to see if it can prevent repeat Clostridioides difficile infections in people at high risk. About 56 adults who have had at least two C. diff episodes will take EXL01 or a placeb…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple cream prevent painful UTIs in baby boys?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether applying a steroid cream to the foreskin for four weeks can prevent recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) in uncircumcised male infants under 6 months who have had their first fever-related UTI. Forty infants will receive either the steroid crea…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can coaching clinics curb HIV? a new strategy puts it to the test
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 'practice coaching' program can help opioid treatment clinics offer more HIV and hepatitis C testing to their patients. Clinics are randomly assigned to receive either coaching focused on HIV testing, coaching that adds hepatitis C testing, or just info…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pilot fish study: bringing HIV prevention to routine clinic visits
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether patients and doctors in a family planning clinic find it acceptable to discuss and start PrEP, a daily pill that prevents HIV. About 83 English- or Spanish-speaking patients aged 16 and older, along with their doctors, will take part. Patients will rec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Women and Infants Hospital of Rhode Island • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a new malaria vaccine slash childhood cases? a massive real-world test seeks answers.
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study is checking how effective the R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine is at protecting children under 5 in Burkina Faso and Uganda, where malaria is common. Researchers will compare vaccination history in children who test positive for malaria against those who test negative. The…
Sponsor: Clinton Health Access Initiative Inc. • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Flu vaccine showdown: which shot protects seniors best?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study compares two flu vaccines—Fluad and Fluzone High-Dose—in adults aged 65 and older to see which is more effective at preventing lab-confirmed flu and related complications like pneumonia or heart issues. Researchers will look at health records from over a million senior…
Sponsor: Kaiser Permanente • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Daily acyclovir may stop herpes Flare-Ups in rheumatic patients
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking acyclovir daily can prevent herpes simplex outbreaks in people with autoimmune rheumatic diseases like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. 62 participants will receive either acyclovir or a placebo for 12 months and be monitored for 24 months total. The…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo General Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can antibodies shield newborns from HIV? early trial begins
Prevention Recruiting nowThis early-stage study is testing whether two lab-made antibodies, PGT121.414.LS and VRC07-523LS, are safe for newborns who were exposed to HIV during birth. The 48 infants will receive one or two shots of the antibodies under the skin. Researchers will monitor for side effects a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple dental cleaning prevent a deadly heart infection?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether a professional dental cleaning and instruction on proper brushing and flossing can reduce the amount of bacteria that enter the bloodstream during tooth brushing. Such bacteria can sometimes lead to infective endocarditis, a serious infection of th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A mobile app aims to turn health awareness into action — a trial puts it to the test
Prevention Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a mobile app called Wellnuts can help healthy adults aged 25–65 in Hong Kong become more aware of their health risks and take action. Participants use the app to assess their risk for conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers, and recei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Choice may boost HIV prevention: a trial tests offering multiple PrEP options to young women in kenya
Prevention Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether offering a menu of HIV prevention options — including daily pills and a vaginal ring — helps more young women aged 18–30 start and continue using PrEP. About 1,400 women seeking reproductive health services at clinics in Kenya will be offered either stand…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a conversation prevent HIV? study tests In-Person vs. online counseling for PrEP uptake
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether motivational interviewing — a counseling style that helps people find their own reasons to change — can increase the number of Latino men who have sex with men in Puerto Rico who start taking PrEP, a daily pill that prevents HIV. Researchers will compare …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Puerto Rico • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Choice of Long-Acting HIV prevention could transform care for young people in rural south africa
Prevention Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether offering young people aged 15-30 in rural South Africa a choice of long-acting HIV prevention methods—such as a two-monthly injection or a vaginal ring—alongside standard daily pills and emergency prevention, increases how many start and stay on preventio…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Africa Health Research Institute • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cholera vaccine ring strategy tested in bangladesh hotspots
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests a targeted approach to stop cholera spread in Dhaka, Bangladesh. When someone tests positive for cholera, their household and nearby neighbors (within about 20–40 meters) are offered an oral cholera vaccine. The goal is to see if this ring vaccination reduces the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dental text alerts could curb HIV spread
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether text messages about HIV prevention, sent to dental patients at community health centers, can increase HIV testing and use of preventive medications like PrEP. About 266 HIV-negative adults with at least one HIV risk factor will receive either HIV-focused …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a daily supplement ease the toll of duchenne muscular dystrophy?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether VM100, a nutritional supplement made from ten natural ingredients, can improve quality of life for people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). About 20 participants aged 8 and older will take VM100 or a placebo for 10 weeks. Researchers will meas…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Peer support may lift the cloud of loneliness for older gay men with HIV
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a 10-session peer-led program called Bridge to Belonging, designed to reduce loneliness and depression in older gay and bisexual men living with HIV. The program uses group sessions to build social skills and connect participants with LGBTQ+-affirming community s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fenway Community Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a digestive enzyme combo beat standard painkillers for root canal pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests three pain-relief approaches after a single-visit root canal in people with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis, a painful tooth condition. Participants receive either acetaminophen, an NSAID, or a combination of trypsin-chymotrypsin with acetaminophen for three da…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Dow University of Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Balloon blowing may ease breathing in children with tuberculosis
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding balloon blowing to standard breathing exercises helps children with tuberculosis cough up mucus, reduce shortness of breath, and improve their ability to walk. Thirty-four children aged 8 to 14 will be randomly assigned to either breathing exercise…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New lung therapy may help ventilated patients recover faster
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a special breathing treatment called intrapulmonary percussive ventilation (IPV) to standard care helps patients with pneumonia who are on a breathing machine. About 96 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either standard therapy alone or st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zhongnan Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to shorten COPD Flare-Ups from common cold
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an oral drug called vapendavir in 180 adults with COPD who catch a rhinovirus (common cold). The goal is to see if it can reduce the severity and length of breathing symptoms compared to a placebo. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two doses or a place…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Altesa Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A gentle touch against coughs and colds: could manual therapy shorten respiratory illness?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding lymphatic pump osteopathic manipulative therapy (OMT) to standard care helps older adults recover faster from respiratory illnesses like bronchitis, sinusitis, or pneumonia. Participants aged 65 to 100 with a new respiratory diagnosis will receive …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Geisinger Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A pillow shaped to protect the spine after surgery — a small trial puts it to the test
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests a pillow with a spine-shaped opening in the middle, designed to keep pressure off the surgical wound after back surgery. Standard pillows can rub against the incision, increasing the risk of infection and pain. The study will enroll 10 adults who have had lumbar …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot aims to ease depression and anxiety in cancer and chronic disease patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single injection of RE104 can reduce symptoms of depression or mixed depression and anxiety in people with adjustment disorder caused by a serious medical illness like cancer, ALS, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, or idiopathic pulmonary fibrosi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Reunion Neuroscience Inc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New devices aim to soothe sore throats without drugs
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study will test four medical devices (HMG, PHN, PHR, TUR) in 160 adults with sore throat from acute pharyngitis or viral tonsillitis. The goal is to see if they are safe and help reduce symptoms like pain when swallowing. Participants will use the device for up to 7 days and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A clearer view: can training unlock reading for kids with low vision?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis program provides comprehensive low vision rehabilitation services to children aged 3 to 21 with vision impairment. Participants are prescribed optical devices and trained to use them, with the goal of improving their visual functioning and ability to read. The program aims t…
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a precise nerve block stop shingles pain before it becomes chronic?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial compares two ultrasound-guided nerve blocks — the midpoint transverse process to pleura (MTP) block and the erector spinae plane (ESP) block — for treating acute pain from shingles (herpes zoster) on the chest. About 90 adults with moderate to severe pain will receive …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a painkiller stop the cough that Won't quit in lung fibrosis?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an extended-release form of nalbuphine, a pain medication, can safely reduce chronic coughing in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a lung scarring disease. About 306 adults with IPF and a cough lasting at least 8 weeks will receive either t…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Trevi Therapeutics • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Beetroot juice may boost exercise in lung scarring disease
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis 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…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a steroid injection make root canals less painful?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether injecting the steroid dexamethasone near the tooth ligament or under the gum helps numb the tooth better and reduces pain during root canal treatment. It includes 84 adults with severe, irreversible pulpitis in a lower molar. Participants receive one of t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Marmara University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sights, sounds, and scents: a new way to soothe ICU patients?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding calming visual, auditory, and olfactory elements to the hospital room can reduce discomfort for patients in intensive care or continuing care units. About 208 adults hospitalized for at least 48 hours will be offered this immersive sensory environm…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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HIV study aims to unlock mystery of Post-Treatment immune Flare-Ups
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why some people with HIV develop Immune Reconstitution Inflammatory Syndrome (IRIS) after starting HIV medications. Researchers will use PET scans and lymph node biopsies to track inflammation and immune recovery in 300 adults. The goal is to better understand…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Massive malaria study aims to unlock secrets of infection in mothers and kids
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis large observational study in Mali is following up to 15,000 pregnant women and children to understand why some get malaria and others don't. Researchers are looking at immune responses, parasite features, and other factors that influence infection and disease severity. The g…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Scientists launch deep dive into rare genetic condition behind chronic inflammation
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to better understand trisomy 8 mosaicism, a rare genetic condition where some cells have an extra copy of chromosome 8, and its link to autoinflammatory disease (TRIAD). Researchers will follow affected individuals and their healthy relatives over time, collecting…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Tonsils shed light on staph Bacteria's secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how Staphylococcus aureus bacteria interact with human cells to cause infections, especially in the spine. Researchers will use tonsil tissue discarded after routine tonsillectomies to create lab models. About 500 participants aged 2 and older who ar…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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NIH launches study to better handle bioterrorism and outbreak exposures
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to improve how doctors evaluate and manage people who have been exposed to bioterrorism agents (like anthrax) or emerging infectious diseases (like SARS or new flu strains). Up to 200 participants, including patients and healthcare workers, will be monitored and t…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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500 patients enrolled in Largest-Ever study of brain tapeworm outcomes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 500 people with neurocysticercosis, a brain infection caused by the pork tapeworm. Participants receive standard antiparasitic drugs and anti-inflammatories. Researchers will track their health over many years to understand what factors lead to better or worse …
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic clues in Virus-Linked cancers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects tissue and blood samples from adults with HIV, other immune disorders, or cancers thought to be caused by viruses. Researchers will compare genes in cancer tissue to normal tissue to find genetic changes that drive these cancers. The goal is to better understa…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Scientists seek clues to why some get sick from parasitic worms
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how people's immune systems react to infections from parasitic worms, which can cause serious health problems like swelling, blindness, or heart disease. Researchers will evaluate and treat up to 500 participants aged 3 to 100 using standard medical tests and …
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Scientists seek clues on white blood cell behavior in allergies and parasites
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how and why eosinophils (a type of white blood cell) become active in conditions like allergies, asthma, and parasitic infections. Researchers will observe up to 800 people aged 1 to 100 with high eosinophil levels. No experimental treatments are giv…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Scientists dive deep into HIV immune cells to unlock secrets of early treatment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects white blood cells from HIV patients through a process called leukapheresis to examine how the immune system responds to early treatment. Researchers aim to enroll 60 adults—30 with early HIV and 30 with chronic HIV—who are not yet on antiretroviral therapy. Pa…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for protein clues to Pneumonia's hidden causes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at proteins in lung fluid from 750 people with pneumonia to find biomarkers that could reveal what's causing the lung inflammation. Participants undergo a standard bronchoscopy with lung washings, plus a blood draw. The goal is to better understand different type…
Sponsor: National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Scientists seek samples to unlock blood disorder secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects biological samples like blood, saliva, and urine from 300 adults aged 18-70, both with and without blood disorders such as sickle cell disease and thalassemia. The goal is to use these samples for research to better understand these conditions and related dise…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic clues to severe viral infections
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at people who have had unusually severe or long-lasting viral infections, like serious cases of herpes, HPV, or the flu. Researchers want to find out if these people have hidden immune system or genetic problems that make them more vulnerable. Up to 600 participa…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Scientists scour lungs for clues to why some get infections
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study gathers fluid and tissue from the lungs and nose of healthy volunteers and people with a history of lung infections. Researchers will compare samples to find differences in immune function that might explain why some people are more prone to infections. Participants un…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Massive liver study seeks 8,000 volunteers to unlock disease secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about liver diseases like hepatitis B, C, and D by observing up to 8,050 participants over time. Participants will have yearly check-ups, blood and urine tests, and liver ultrasounds. Some may be offered experimental treatments if they qualify. The g…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Scientists seek 20,000 volunteers to help fight flu and COVID-19
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to collect blood, nose, and saliva samples from up to 20,000 people aged 3 and older who have or may have a respiratory virus infection like flu or COVID-19. The samples will be stored and used in future research to better understand these viruses and how the immu…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Scientists seek clues to fungal infections in immune system study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why some people are more prone to fungal infections, especially from Candida yeast. Researchers will collect blood, saliva, urine, and tissue samples from people with immune disorders, their family members, and healthy volunteers. No treatment is giv…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Cancer samples sought to unlock treatment secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood, bone marrow, and tumor samples from 500 adults with cancer or pre-cancerous conditions. Researchers will use these samples to learn more about how cancers behave and why some respond differently to treatments. Participants provide samples over time and …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Scientists track rare genetic disorder to unlock its secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 600 people with GATA2 deficiency, a genetic disorder affecting the immune system and other body systems. Researchers aim to understand the full range of health problems it causes and why it affects people differently. Participants will have yearly check-ups for…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Scientists seek samples to build better Cancer-Killing drugs
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood, urine, bone marrow, and tumor samples from people with hairy cell leukemia and other blood cancers, as well as from healthy volunteers. Researchers will use these samples to study the diseases and develop new treatments called immunotoxins, which use an…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Can a meningitis vaccine be safe in pregnancy? a registry aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis registry study follows pregnant individuals aged 10 to 25 who received PENBRAYA, a vaccine against meningococcal disease, during pregnancy or within 30 days before their last period. The goal is to collect information on pregnancy outcomes and infant health during the first …
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Scientists launch Long-Term study to unravel mysterious immune condition
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 950 people with idiopathic CD4+ lymphocytopenia (ICL), a rare condition where low CD4+ white blood cells raise infection risk. Researchers will track participants for up to 10 years, collecting medical history, blood samples, and infection data. The goal is to …
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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TB study aims to unlock secrets of the disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 150 people with active or latent tuberculosis (TB) to collect blood, sputum, and tissue samples. The goal is to better understand how TB behaves in the body and how the immune system responds. Participants receive standard TB treatment as part of the study, but…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Gut fungi linked to lung trouble in HIV patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether fungi moving from the gut into the blood can cause inflammation and worsen lung function in people with HIV. Researchers will measure a fungal marker called BDG in blood and urine, and track lung health over three years. The goal is to better understan…
Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sepsis study aims to unlock immune secrets for better treatment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the immune system reacts during and after sepsis in 400 intensive care patients. Researchers will analyze blood samples to identify different immune response types, called immunotypes. The goal is to understand which immune patterns lead to better or worse…
Sponsor: Radboud University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Quick fingerprick test could curb infection spread in rural west virginia
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a rapid fingerstick test that gives results in 10-20 minutes can help more people get screened for HIV, hepatitis C, and syphilis during mobile clinic visits. About 200 patients of the WVU Street Medicine team can choose the rapid test, a traditional b…
Sponsor: West Virginia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists deliberately infect volunteers with dengue to unlock immune secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how the human body responds to dengue virus infection, including in people who have had dengue before. Healthy volunteers aged 18 to 50 receive a single injection of a weakened dengue virus and are closely monitored for six months. Researchers measur…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app beat cervical cancer in rural kenya?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a mobile app called mSaada that helps community health workers educate women, track screening, and send reminders for cervical cancer screening. The trial involves 6,000 women and health workers across 12 health facilities in western Kenya. The goal is to se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV hiding spots revealed in treatment pause study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand where HIV hides in the body when people stop their daily antiretroviral therapy (ART) for a short time. Fifty adults with HIV will either stay on ART or pause it for up to 90 days. Researchers will use PET/CT scans and take small tissue samples from …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches massive study to unlock HIV's secrets through blood
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about how HIV infects cells and affects the immune system by collecting blood samples from up to 2,419 adults, both with and without HIV. Researchers will analyze these samples to compare genetic and protein differences. The goal is to better underst…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Healthy volunteers needed to help fight malaria
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study screens healthy adults aged 18 to 50 to see if they can join future malaria research trials. The goal is to find safe and effective malaria vaccines, drugs, or prevention methods. Participants will have a medical history check, physical exam, and blood and urine tests.…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues to predict rare brain disease before symptoms strike
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find biological markers in spinal fluid and blood that could signal the start of prion disease before symptoms appear. Researchers will follow 150 people who carry a genetic mutation for prion disease, along with family members and healthy volunteers. Participa…
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive meningitis study aims to improve care in brazil
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is tracking how adults with meningitis are treated in about 30 hospitals across Brazil. Researchers will follow 624 patients during their hospital stay and after discharge to see what treatments work best and how patients recover. The goal is to gather real-world evide…
Sponsor: Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists probe Skin's hidden defenses before yellow fever shot
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at immune cells in the skin of 40 healthy adults who have never received a yellow fever vaccine. Researchers will take small skin samples and blood to measure baseline levels of memory T cells. The goal is to understand the skin's natural immune state before vacc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institute of Tropical Medicine, Belgium • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Healthy volunteers needed to help fight flu and zika
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study screens up to 5,000 healthy adults aged 18-65 to see if they can join future research on infectious diseases like flu and Zika. Volunteers undergo a 3-5 hour checkup including blood tests, heart exam, and chest X-ray. The goal is to build a pool of eligible participant…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches study to collect samples for future disease breakthroughs
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood and urine samples from healthy adults and patients with heart, lung, or blood vessel conditions. Researchers will use these samples to study genes, proteins, and other substances in the lab. The goal is to support basic and translational research that co…
Sponsor: National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can tracking thousands of patients unlock the secrets of rare EBV-driven blood cancers?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1,500 people with Epstein-Barr virus-positive T/NK-cell lymphoproliferative diseases — rare conditions where the virus drives abnormal immune cell growth. Researchers will collect medical history, treatment details, and blood samples to see how the diseases beh…
Sponsor: Rong Tao • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Beyond the lungs: the hidden emotional toll of IPF medications
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses an online questionnaire to understand how side effects from antifibrotic medications affect the emotional and social well-being of patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) or progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF) in Japan. Researchers will ask about patien…
Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive lung disease registry aims to unlock secrets of progressive fibrosis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis registry is following 3,000 adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) or other chronic fibrosing interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) to understand how these conditions progress over time. Researchers collect information on symptoms, treatments, quality of life, and store…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden COVID remnants in long COVID patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out whether people with long COVID still have inactive remnants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in their bodies. Researchers will collect tissue samples from 12 adults who have recovered from COVID-19, some with long COVID symptoms and some without. The goal is to…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New imaging study aims to unlock secrets of lung scarring
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether two types of PET/CT scans can show inflammation and scarring in the lungs of people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Ten adults aged 40-85 with IPF will receive the scans. The goal is to help doctors better understand the disease and guide future…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists study leishmania infections to improve diagnosis and care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how leishmaniasis infections progress and respond to treatment. It involves up to 289 people aged 3 to 100 with known or suspected leishmaniasis. Researchers will collect blood and tissue samples to learn more about the disease and test different treatments. T…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Artificial intelligence may forecast pneumonia after heart surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether artificial intelligence can predict which patients will develop hospital-acquired pneumonia after heart or vascular surgery. It will also investigate whether pneumonia after surgery is linked to a higher risk of heart and lung problems within the fol…
Sponsor: Tomsk National Research Medical Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple nutrient fix power plants in cells of septic shock patients?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding certain nutrients to blood cells from people with septic shock can help restore the cells' energy-making machinery (mitochondria). Researchers will collect blood samples from 55 patients in the ICU and test these nutrients in the lab. The goal i…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Angers • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Finger-Prick test aims to uncover hidden hepatitis c cases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a quick finger-stick test can help find more people with hepatitis C and get them into treatment. About 60,000 adults at risk for hepatitis C will take the test at clinics, shelters, or prisons. The study itself does not provide treatment, but will c…
Sponsor: Kirby Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Survey reveals how pandemic reshaped lung care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study surveys pulmonologists across the US to understand how the COVID-19 pandemic changed their lung procedure practices, staffing, and operations. Researchers hope the findings will help guide future pandemic responses and improve care. About 250 doctors who are members of…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists to decode why common cold turns severe in kids
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out how often rhinovirus (the virus behind many common colds) causes serious breathing problems that require hospital care in children. Researchers will follow 120 young children at home for 3 years and study 450 hospitalized infants and children, plus 100…
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New MRI technique could spot lung trouble early in transplant patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new type of MRI that uses xenon gas to see how well the lungs are working in people who have had a bone marrow transplant. Researchers will scan 25 transplant patients with or without lung problems, plus 10 healthy volunteers. The goal is to see if this MR…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Parent's nose bacteria fix a Child's microbiome after antibiotics?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early study tests whether transferring nasal bacteria from a parent to a child can restore the child's nasal microbiome after they have been treated with antibiotics for staph bacteria. The study involves 175 children who have had staph in their nose and recently finished an…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV memory mystery: even controlled virus may harm the brain
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why some people with HIV who have very low virus levels in their blood still develop thinking and memory problems. Researchers will follow 1,150 participants—including healthy volunteers—for up to 10 years, using brain scans, blood tests, and spinal fluid samp…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists seek tissue samples to unlock HIV and cancer mysteries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood, bone marrow, and tissue samples from people with HIV, KSHV, or certain cancers to help researchers learn more about these diseases. Participants must be 18 or older and may have HIV, KSHV, or related conditions. No treatment is given; the goal is to gat…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your local pharmacy become a hearing care hub?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether pharmacy technicians in rural Alabama and Mississippi can be trained to help adults with mild-to-moderate hearing loss use over-the-counter hearing aids. Technicians will go through a step-by-step training program, and adults with hearing loss will report…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Rapid test may speed up right antibiotics for pneumonia in vulnerable ICU patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a rapid PCR test can help doctors choose the right antibiotics within 24 hours for immunocompromised ICU patients with pneumonia. Standard lab tests take days, which can lead to incorrect or overly broad antibiotics. The trial involves 31 adults with weak…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive asian study aims to create early warning system for child sepsis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will enroll 40,000 children under 18 with suspected infections across Asia to develop and validate an early recognition tool for sepsis. Researchers will test the Phoenix Sepsis Score and create a new toolkit (SORT) to help doctors identify sepsis earlier. The goal is …
Sponsor: KK Women's and Children's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches major lyme disease observation study to uncover hidden clues
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 500 people with active Lyme disease to learn more about the infection. Participants receive standard FDA-approved treatments and undergo tests like blood draws and leukapheresis. The goal is to explore biological markers, track clinical outcomes, and understand…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches training study for Hard-to-Diagnose infections and inflammation
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study enrolls up to 400 people with known or suspected infections or inflammatory diseases that are not covered by other research protocols. The goal is to evaluate patients using standard medical practices, generate new ideas for future studies, and train doctors. No experi…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lyme disease mystery: do bacteria lurk after antibiotics?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether the bacteria causing Lyme disease can survive antibiotic treatment and cause ongoing symptoms. Researchers will follow 700 participants, including those with chronic Lyme disease, recovered individuals, and healthy volunteers, using blood tests, sp…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists dig deeper: HIV study probes hidden viral reservoirs in lymph nodes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how HIV behaves differently in the blood compared to lymph nodes and bone marrow. Researchers will take samples from 400 people living with HIV and some without HIV to measure virus levels and immune system changes. The goal is to learn more about wh…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria during infection may flag IBS risk
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how a Campylobacter gut infection changes the bacteria and lining of the bowel, and whether these changes can help identify who might later develop irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Researchers will follow people with a confirmed Campylobacter infection who do n…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch major study to track viruses in healthy and immunocompromised patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to collect samples and medical information from people of all ages who have or have been exposed to viral infections, including COVID-19 and herpes. Researchers want to understand how viruses affect healthy individuals versus those with weakened immune systems. Pa…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Why do healthy people get this fungal infection? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 800 healthy adults who have cryptococcosis, a fungal infection that usually only harms people with weak immune systems. Researchers want to learn why these otherwise healthy people get sick, how their immune system responds, and how the disease progresses over…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists watch brain diseases unfold to find better ways to diagnose and treat
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about how infections and inflammation harm the brain and nerves. Researchers will collect samples and perform tests on people aged 2 and older who have or may have these conditions. The goal is to better understand these diseases so that better tests…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dengue danger linked to leaky gut? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study will enroll 190 hospitalized adults with dengue in Bangladesh to see if a 'leaky gut' — where bacteria and toxins escape the intestines into the blood — is linked to severe disease. Researchers will measure gut leakage markers in blood, perform abdominal …
Sponsor: University of Oxford • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Pregnant women needed for antibiotic safety study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how two antibiotics, ceftriaxone and benzathine penicillin G, are processed by the body during pregnancy. Up to 78 pregnant women in the U.S. will take one of these drugs as part of their regular care, and researchers will measure drug levels in their blood. T…
Sponsor: International Maternal Pediatric Adolescent AIDS Clinical Trials Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Scientists target Cancer's weak spot: redox imbalance
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks for new ways to kill T-cell leukemia and lymphoma cells by disrupting their internal balance of reactive oxygen species. Researchers will test drug combinations in lab-grown cells and in samples from 120 patients with resistant disease. The goal is to find treatm…
Sponsor: Istituto Oncologico Veneto IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Scientists launch major study to unravel mysteries of rare brain infection PML
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 700 people with progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), a rare brain infection caused by the JC virus. Researchers will collect blood, spinal fluid, and brain scans over time to understand how the disease progresses. No treatment is given; the goal is…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Microvideos aim to boost HPV shots in young cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether short educational videos can help young adults who survived childhood cancer learn about and get the HPV vaccine. The researchers will enroll 55 survivors aged 18-26 who haven't finished the vaccine series. Participants will watch the videos on Facebook a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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AI chatbot could guide cancer patients through confusing health info
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how people with endometrial cancer find medical information and how satisfied they are with it. Researchers will also ask patients if they'd be interested in using an AI-powered educational tool. The goal is to understand current needs and see if AI could help…
Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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A crystal ball for ICU infections? new model aims to forecast who survives resistant bacteria
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to develop a predictive model for mortality in critically ill patients who carry multidrug-resistant gram-negative bacteria (MDR-GNB). Researchers will follow about 1,500 adults in intensive care units (ICUs) who are colonized with these bacteria, tracking their i…
Sponsor: Fundacion SEIMC-GESIDA • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Scientists investigate hidden link between immune disorders and brain health
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how immune system diseases can cause problems in the brain and nerves, affecting movement, thinking, and feelings. Researchers will follow 350 people aged 2 and older with immune diseases, plus their healthy relatives, for up to 5 years. They will collect bloo…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could preterm babies safely get fewer antibiotics?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether preterm infants in the NICU can safely stop taking the antibiotic ampicillin after 24 to 36 hours instead of the usual 48 hours. Researchers will measure drug levels in the blood and monitor the babies for any problems. The goal is to see if a shorter …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Color-Coded triage: a quick way to spot sick kids?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether the color-coded triage system (Red, Yellow, Green) used in Turkish emergency departments can accurately predict which children with fever will become seriously ill. Researchers will track 3,000 children aged 0-18 who come to the emergency room with a f…
Sponsor: TC Erciyes University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple breath test catch flu in High-HIV regions?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study in Lusaka, Zambia, aims to measure how common influenza, RSV, and COVID-19 are among adults with flu-like symptoms, comparing those with and without HIV. Researchers will follow participants for two weeks to track symptom progression and outcomes. They will also test w…
Sponsor: Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict superbug evolution in the ICU?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows intensive care unit (ICU) patients over at least 28 days to see how two types of bacteria—Klebsiella pneumoniae and Enterobacter cloacae—change and evolve in their gut. By analyzing weekly stool samples, researchers hope to understand how these bacteria become …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks hidden risks of hepatitis b drugs in vulnerable patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 490 adults with a past hepatitis B infection who need immune-suppressing treatments. Researchers will monitor bone, kidney, and metabolic health over 4 years to understand the long-term side effects of antiviral drugs. The goal is to create better safety guidel…
Sponsor: Yaşar Bayındır, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood platelets may hold clues to HIV's hidden hideouts
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether platelets—tiny blood cells involved in clotting—interact with HIV-infected immune cells in ways that affect the virus's ability to persist despite treatment. Researchers will collect blood samples from 90 adults with HIV who have had undetectable v…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tourcoing Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists collect samples to unlock secrets of lymphoid cancers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood, urine, bone marrow, and tissue samples from over 1,200 adults with lymphoid cancers or precancerous conditions. The goal is to help researchers better understand cancer biology, which may lead to new methods for diagnosing or treating these diseases. No…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Aging immune system under the microscope: study seeks clues to infection risk in seniors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the immune system changes with age and how that affects the risk of infections in people 60 and older. Researchers will collect blood, urine, stool, and other samples from elderly patients with infections and healthy older adults. By analyzing immune cells…
Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches major study to unravel mysteries of long COVID recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1,590 adults who have had COVID-19 to track their symptoms and recovery over three years. Participants complete phone interviews and online surveys every three months. The goal is to describe the range of recovery experiences and identify factors that lead to p…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune cell clues may predict sepsis outcomes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis completed observational study at a single hospital in China enrolled 16 adults with sepsis in the ICU. Researchers measured specific memory CD8+ T cells in the blood at several time points to see if their numbers or activity relate to how severe the sepsis is or whether pati…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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France launches massive virus surveillance in GP clinics
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will track which respiratory viruses—like flu, COVID-19, and RSV—are circulating in French primary care clinics each winter. Up to 25,000 patients with cold or flu symptoms will provide a saliva or nose swab sample. The goal is to monitor virus activity and help guide …
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict which stents will harbor bacteria?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 400 adults who receive a Double-J ureteral stent—a tube that helps drain urine from the kidney to the bladder. The goal is to identify risk factors for bacteria sticking to the stent and to see how this colonization relates to urinary tract infections, antibiot…
Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug TRX-100 takes first step: safety check in healthy people
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis Phase 1 trial is testing the safety of a new drug called TRX-100 in 24 healthy adults aged 18 to 65. Participants will receive either TRX-100 or a placebo, and researchers will monitor side effects and how the drug moves through the body. This is an early-stage study with no…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Traws Pharma, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Healthy volunteers bitten by mosquitoes in malaria experiment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study gives healthy adults a controlled malaria infection using donated blood containing the P. vivax parasite. Researchers will monitor how the infection develops, how the immune system responds, and whether mosquitoes can pick up the parasite from participants. The goal is…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A hidden clue in the fingertips: could a pulse oximeter reading forecast sepsis outcomes?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study asks whether a simple, non-invasive reading from a standard pulse oximeter—the perfusion index—can help predict survival in people with sepsis or septic shock. Sepsis can impair blood flow to small vessels even when blood pressure looks normal, and this 'hidden' poor p…
Sponsor: Trakya University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV and fatty liver: a hidden link under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 250 people newly diagnosed with HIV and 161 healthy volunteers over five years to see who develops metabolic fatty liver disease (MASLD). Researchers use annual blood tests, ultrasounds, and FibroScans to measure liver fat and stiffness. The goal is to uncover …
Sponsor: Yaşar Bayındır, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden fungal threats in the ICU: a deep dive into drug-resistant infections
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to identify the types of fungi causing pneumonia in immunocompromised ICU patients and test how resistant they are to antifungal drugs. Researchers will collect samples from 250 adults in intensive care who have pneumonia that does not respond to antibiotics. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: New Valley University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hunting for hidden eye infections: a new diagnostic approach
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowInfectious uveitis is a serious cause of blindness, but current tests often miss the culprit. This study uses a broad panel of molecular tests to detect bacteria, viruses, and fungi in eye fluid from 100 patients with suspected infectious uveitis in China. The goal is to map whic…
Sponsor: Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double liver trouble: does having both hepatitis b and fatty liver speed up disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1500 Chinese adults with chronic hepatitis B, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, or both, to see how having both conditions changes the risk of serious liver problems like cirrhosis, liver failure, and liver cancer. Researchers will track who develops these comp…
Sponsor: Humanity and Health Research Centre • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple blood test unlock the secrets of brain autoimmune diseases?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to discover biological markers (biomarkers) that could help doctors diagnose and track neurological autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis, myasthenia gravis, and Guillain-Barre syndrome. Researchers will analyze samples from 50,000 people, including patie…
Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut microbes may hold clues to sepsis organ injury
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether the diversity of gut bacteria is linked to liver and kidney injury in people with sepsis. Researchers will collect stool and blood samples from 200 sepsis patients in intensive care and compare them with samples from healthy volunteers. By analyzin…
Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Rare brain infection risk under scrutiny for multiple sclerosis drug ozanimod
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether the multiple sclerosis medication ozanimod is linked to a higher risk of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), a rare but serious brain infection caused by the John Cunningham virus. Researchers will review reported cases of PML in peop…
Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny wireless sensors could free fragile preemies from a tangle of wires
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether button-sized wireless sensors can accurately measure heart rate, oxygen levels, and skin temperature in extremely preterm infants in the NICU. The sensors aim to replace bulky wired monitors that can stress fragile babies. Ten stable preterm infants will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny particles in the blood may hold clues to sepsis severity
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether small particles released by dying cells, called PyroEVs, and a protein called PLIN3 are linked to how severe sepsis is and how well patients recover. Researchers will measure these in the blood of 180 people with sepsis and compare them to healthy volu…
Sponsor: Zhongda Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could centralized surgery boost ovarian cancer survival?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study examines whether concentrating ovarian cancer surgery in specialized centers and changes in treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic affect how long patients live without their cancer returning. Researchers will follow about 200 women diagnosed with epithelial ovarian ca…
Sponsor: Azienda USL Reggio Emilia - IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Stomach bug clues: can infection patterns forecast early cancer behavior?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether the presence and distribution of H. pylori bacteria in the stomach, along with tissue features of early gastric cancer, can help predict how the cancer will behave and what the long-term outlook may be. Researchers will analyze data from about 1,500 pe…
Sponsor: Chinese PLA General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can tracking HIV's genetic fingerprints reveal where the epidemic is heading?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to map the changing landscape of HIV infection in Hong Kong by analyzing the genetic subtypes and transmission patterns of the virus. Researchers will enroll 720 adults newly diagnosed with HIV to see which viral strains are most common and how they are spreading.…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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What happens to the immune system after COVID-19? a major study aims to find out.
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 800 adults who have recovered from COVID-19 to understand how their immune systems respond over the long term. By collecting blood samples and health data, researchers hope to uncover why some people develop lingering symptoms, known as Long COVID. The goal is …
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mapping the invisible threat: a feasibility study on antibiotic resistance in the DRC
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether it is possible to set up a system to monitor antibiotic resistance at a general referral hospital in semirural Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. Researchers will enroll about 210 patients with suspected bloodstream infections to collect blood sample…
Sponsor: University of Oxford • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple roadside test catch liver disease before it turns deadly?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find undiagnosed cases of advanced liver fibrosis and viral hepatitis B and C in the general population of Seine Saint Denis, France. Using a combination of rapid diagnostic tests and a portable liver stiffness scanner (FibroScan), researchers will screen 600 a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which finger or earlobe? a study tests the best spot for oxygen monitoring in lung disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares oxygen readings taken from the finger and the earlobe during a six-minute walk test in people with interstitial lung disease. The goal is to see if one location gives more accurate measurements of oxygen levels during exercise. The results could help doctors d…
Sponsor: Hospital de Granollers • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart blood culture bottle aims to identify sepsis-causing bacteria in hours, not days
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding electrochemical sensors to standard blood culture bottles can identify bacteria early, while the sample is still growing. Researchers will collect extra blood samples from 200 patients with suspected bloodstream infections and spike them with known…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New malaria drug interaction study launches in healthy volunteers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early-stage study will check if a new experimental drug for malaria, called GSK3772701, changes how the body processes other medications. Twenty healthy adults aged 18 to 55 will take both GSK3772701 and a common probe drug called midazolam. The goal is to see if GSK3772701 …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to decode a hidden threat to Children's health
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how cryptosporidiosis, a diarrheal disease, affects children aged 6 months to 5 years in countries where it is common. Researchers will track how long diarrhea lasts and how dehydrated children become. The goal is to better understand the disease to guide futu…
Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI model aims to predict dangerous lung Flare-Ups in ABPA patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study develops a machine learning model to predict the risk of acute exacerbation within one year in patients with allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA), a lung condition caused by allergic reactions to Aspergillus fungus. Researchers will analyze data from 200 stab…
Sponsor: Qianfoshan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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13,000 volunteers shed light on who gets sick from COVID-19
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis large observational study follows 13,000 UK adults to understand who gets COVID-19, how the disease progresses, and its long-term effects on physical and mental health. Researchers track risk factors, symptoms, and outcomes like hospitalization. The data may also serve as a …
Sponsor: Queen Mary University of London • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart infection registry aims to unlock better treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis registry collects detailed information from 1,000 patients with infective endocarditis, a serious heart infection. Researchers will track demographics, microbiology, imaging, and outcomes to understand current treatment effectiveness and guide future studies. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Queen Mary University of London • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood tests could unlock early clues for three major lung diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks for biological markers in the blood that could help diagnose and predict the course of three serious lung conditions: COPD, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), and lung cancer. Researchers will analyze blood samples from 120 adults with these diseases to find li…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi ETS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Asthma in children may hide behind unusual symptoms, study reveals
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates the range of symptoms children with newly diagnosed asthma may experience, including less common ones like recurrent pneumonia, chronic wet cough, or difficulty breathing in. By tracking 80 children aged 3 to 18, researchers aim to better understand how of…
Sponsor: Charles University, Czech Republic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hormones may change how HIV prevention drug works in the body
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how natural hormones and hormone therapy (like birth control or gender-affirming hormones) affect the way the HIV prevention drug cabotegravir works in the body. Researchers will measure drug levels in blood, tissues, and fluids in 32 HIV-negative adults. The …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV and lungs: botswana study seeks clues to COPD risk
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates why people with HIV are more likely to develop chronic lung diseases like COPD. Researchers in Botswana will follow 900 adults aged 35 and older, with and without HIV, measuring lung function through activity tests and walking distance. The goal is to unco…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple blood test reveal hidden immune failure in septic shock?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates why some patients with septic shock develop a weakened immune system after the initial crisis, making them prone to further infections. Researchers will analyze blood samples from 305 intensive care unit patients to find biological markers that indicate im…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune clues in severe RSV: what makes some babies sicker?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at the immune system's response in infants aged 6 months or younger who are hospitalized with RSV bronchiolitis. Researchers will collect nasal swabs and blood samples to measure immune markers like interferons and cytokines. The goal is to understand why some ba…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Creteil • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New surveillance study aims to spot respiratory outbreaks before they spread
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tracks respiratory infections in thousands of patients across China to build a better early warning system. Researchers collect routine medical data and samples to identify which germs are circulating and how the body responds. The goal is to help hospitals and health …
Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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La reunion health survey aims to uncover hidden disease patterns
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study measures how common heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and infections like dengue and COVID-19 are among adults in La Reunion. Researchers will also look at possible risk factors, including gut bacteria, genetics, and social conditions. Participants provide blood, DNA, …
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to unlock secrets of graft infections using advanced blood tests
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study observes patients with suspected or diagnosed infections in central vascular grafts (like aortic grafts) to better understand how the body's immune system responds. Researchers will collect blood samples and clinical data over time, comparing infected patients to those…
Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden toll of routine ICU procedure revealed: suctioning may spike pain and stress
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether endotracheal tube suctioning—a routine procedure to clear airways in intubated ICU patients—causes pain and biological stress. Researchers will measure pain using a behavioral observation tool and check blood for markers of oxygen shortage and oxid…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Loma Linda University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria may drive Long-Term inflammation after sepsis or major trauma
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates how the community of bacteria in the mouth and gut changes after sepsis or severe trauma in people who have been in the intensive care unit. Researchers will compare these patients to healthy individuals to see if microbiome disruption is linked to ongoing…
Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fungal fingerprints in lungs may predict ABPA Flare-Ups
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at people with allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA), a lung condition caused by an allergic reaction to a common fungus. Researchers want to see if having fungus detectable in sputum or lung fluid samples is linked to more frequent flare-ups or worse ou…
Sponsor: Qianfoshan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Global study aims to uncover why lifesaving oxygen often fails to reach patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis research project looks at how medical oxygen and pulse oximetry (a device that measures oxygen levels in the blood) are used in hospitals in several countries. The goal is to understand what helps or hinders the effective use of oxygen, especially for children with condition…
Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can new tests predict who will develop active TB?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 300 health workers in Cape Town, South Africa, who are at high risk of tuberculosis (TB) infection. Researchers will use a combination of existing and new tests every three months to track immune responses at the time of infection. The goal is to better underst…
Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Monkeypox vaccine immune response under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the monkeypox vaccine (MVA-BN) sparks immune responses in 100 adults at high risk of infection, including those with and without HIV. Researchers will measure antibodies and other immune markers in blood samples taken after vaccination. The goal is to unde…
Sponsor: Fundación FLS de Lucha Contra el Sida, las Enfermedades Infecciosas y la Promoción de la Salud y la Ciencia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hunting the genes that make severe infections worse
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates why only some people develop severe infections from common germs. Researchers will analyze blood and skin samples from 2,000 participants with rare, serious infections to find genetic differences that may weaken immune defenses. The goal is to identify spe…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune cell levels may predict who will develop severe CMV after transplant
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how well the immune system recovers its ability to fight cytomegalovirus (CMV) in adults who have had a stem cell transplant. Researchers will measure special immune cells called CMV-specific T cells at several points during standard anti-CMV treatment. The go…
Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood-Cleaning therapy may reduce need for ICU pressor drugs
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks back at medical records of 60 critically ill adults in an intensive care unit who received a blood-cleaning treatment called hemoadsorption. The goal is to see if the therapy helps lower the need for drugs that raise blood pressure, improves lab results, and affe…
Sponsor: Pest County Flór Ferenc Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood markers may forecast survival in intensive care patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether measuring certain immune and inflammatory markers in the blood can help predict how critically ill patients will fare. Researchers are following 200 adults in intensive care who have infections, have had major surgery, or have weakened immune systems. …
Sponsor: University of Turin, Italy • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny study tracks bacteria as teeth vanish and implants arrive
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the types of bacteria in the mouth change in people with severe gum disease as they go from having some teeth left to having no teeth, and then after getting dental implants. Researchers will collect microbial samples and analyze DNA to see if different im…
Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain scans reveal hidden links between depression, cannabis, and HIV in young adults
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates how depression and cannabis use together affect brain circuits involved in reward and pain in young people living with HIV. Researchers will use MRI scans and questionnaires to measure brain activity, mood, and substance use. The goal is to understand why …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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COVID-19's skin secrets: could chilblains hold clues to the virus?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at skin problems that appear during a COVID-19 infection, with a special focus on chilblains (painful red or purple bumps on fingers or toes). Researchers want to understand why these skin changes happen—whether from the virus itself, tiny blood clots, or inflamm…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive HIV database could unlock secrets of Long-Term health
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows a large group of people with HIV over many years to track their health, treatments, and any complications. Researchers will collect medical data during regular clinic visits to better understand how the disease and its treatments affect patients over time. The …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can coaching clinics boost alcohol care for HIV patients?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving clinics a dedicated coach helps them offer alcohol treatment to people with HIV who drink too much. The coach provides tools and guidance to support a stepped care model, which starts with brief advice and progresses to therapy or medication if nee…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to uncover why some pneumonia patients need ventilators
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at patients who develop pneumonia while in the hospital and later need a breathing tube (mechanical ventilation). Researchers want to learn how common this is and what factors affect recovery. About 151 adults from Assiut University will take part. The goal is to…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Could ditching gowns and gloves for this superbug be safe in elderly wards?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether hospitals can safely stop using special contact precautions (like gowns and gloves) for a type of antibiotic-resistant bacteria called ESBLE in geriatric units. Researchers will compare infection rates before and after removing these precautions in o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional Metz-Thionville • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Long-Term heart risks after rare COVID complication in kids under scrutiny
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at heart health in children five years after they had MIS-C, a rare but serious condition linked to COVID-19. Researchers will compare 90 children who had MIS-C with healthy children of the same age and sex. They will use heart imaging, blood vessel checks, exerc…
Sponsor: Medical University of Warsaw • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Painless liver check: could a quick scan replace the needle?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a device called FibroScan to measure liver stiffness and fat content in people with liver disease. The scan is non-invasive, like an ultrasound, and takes only a few minutes. Researchers aim to build a large database of these measurements to help improve future di…
Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Baby thrush may predict cavity risk: study investigates link
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a common yeast infection in babies' mouths, called oral thrush, is linked to severe cavities in early childhood. Researchers will follow 70 children, half with a history of thrush and half without, for two years. They will regularly check teeth and tak…
Sponsor: Temple University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Lyme disease and parenthood: a hidden struggle revealed
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores the real-life experiences of people who had Lyme disease during or before pregnancy and are now raising children. Participants fill out surveys about their health, mental well-being, and child development, then take part in an interview to share their personal…
Sponsor: Children's National Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC