Nervous system disorder

This early-stage trial is testing a new vaccine called HydroVax-001B WNV to see if it is safe and triggers an immune response against West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne disease. About 30 healthy adults aged 18 to 49 will receive either the vaccine or a placebo. The study will comp…

This study tests a custom-made vaccine for people with two serious brain cancers: glioblastoma (GBM) and diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG). The vaccine is made from the patient's own immune cells and designed to teach the body to attack the tumor. The main goals are to chec…

This study tests whether adding a targeted drug called ganitumab to standard chemotherapy helps people with newly diagnosed Ewing sarcoma that has spread. The trial includes 312 participants and aims to see if the combination improves survival without the cancer growing back. The…

This expanded access program provides tazemetostat, a drug that blocks a protein called EZH2, to adults with serious or life-threatening solid tumors that have lost the INI1 or SMARCA4 protein. Eligible patients must have tried other treatments without success and cannot join a f…

This study tests whether two immunotherapy drugs, ipilimumab and nivolumab, can shrink or slow the growth of recurrent high-grade gliomas (brain tumors) that have a high number of genetic mutations. About 37 adults with recurrent WHO grade 4 glioma will receive these drugs. The g…

This Phase 3 trial tests whether adding vinblastine to selumetinib works better than selumetinib alone for children and young adults with recurrent or progressive low-grade glioma, a common brain cancer. About 300 participants aged 2 to 25 will be enrolled. The goal is to improve…

This study tests a new non-invasive brain stimulation device called kTMP (kilohertz transcranial magnetic perturbation) to see if it can help improve arm and hand movement in people who have had a stroke. The trial involves 7 adults aged 18-80 who had a stroke at least 12 months …

This phase 2a trial tests a nasal spray called foralumab in 54 people with non-active secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (SPMS). The spray contains an antibody that aims to calm overactive immune cells in the brain. Participants will receive either a low dose, a high dose, …

This study tests a drug called efgartigimod for adults with ocular myasthenia gravis, a condition that causes eye muscle weakness like droopy eyelids or double vision. About 141 people will receive either the drug or a placebo for 7 weeks, then everyone gets the drug for up to 2 …

This phase III trial compares adding the immunotherapy drug cemiplimab before surgery (with or without radiation) to standard surgery alone for people with stage III/IV squamous cell skin cancer that can be removed. The goal is to see if the combination improves event-free surviv…

This Phase 2 trial tests a combination of pembrolizumab (Keytruda) and quavonlimab against other drug combos in 302 people with stage IV colorectal cancer that has a specific genetic feature (MSI-H or dMMR). The goal is to see if the new combo shrinks tumors better and for longer…

This study follows 165 children who previously took dabrafenib and/or trametinib for certain brain tumors. Researchers want to see if these drugs are safe over the long term and how they affect growth. The children continue their treatment and are monitored for side effects and d…

This study tests an experimental drug called CAEL-101 in 125 people with a rare disease called AL amyloidosis, where abnormal proteins build up in organs like the heart and kidneys. The drug is designed to remove those protein deposits. The goal is to see if it helps people live …

This study tests the long-term safety and effectiveness of an experimental drug called BBP-418 (ribitol) in people with limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2I/R9, a rare genetic muscle-weakening disease. Participants who completed a previous study will take BBP-418 orally twice d…

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding tuvusertib (a drug that blocks a DNA repair enzyme) to avelumab (an immunotherapy) can slow cancer growth in people with advanced Merkel cell cancer that didn't respond to prior treatment. About 50 participants will receive either the combi…

This study compares two radiation methods—proton beam and photon beam (IMRT)—in 120 people with slow-growing brain tumors (IDH-mutant gliomas). The goal is to see which better preserves memory and thinking over time. Participants are randomly assigned to one type of radiation and…

This study tests the safety of a drug called ASP3021 (avacincaptad pegol) for people in Japan with geographic atrophy, an advanced form of age-related macular degeneration that causes vision loss. Twenty participants will receive monthly injections into the affected eye for 12 mo…

This phase 2 trial is testing two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and ipilimumab, in children and young adults with rare INI1-negative cancers that have come back or not responded to treatment. The study aims to see if the combination can shrink tumors or slow disease progression.…

This Phase 3 trial compares the drug niraparib to the standard chemo temozolomide in 450 adults with newly diagnosed, aggressive glioblastoma that has a specific genetic marker (MGMT unmethylated). Participants take the assigned drug daily during radiation, then continue until th…

This study investigates whether combining the medication lovastatin with intensive reading tutoring can improve reading abilities in children and young adults (ages 8-20) with Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) who have reading disabilities. Participants first receive either lovastat…

This study tests whether a longer, family-involved form of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can work as well as CBT combined with an antidepressant (SSRI) for children and teens with anxiety disorders. Participants aged 7 to 17 with separation, generalized, or social anxiety wi…

This large phase 3 trial tests whether newer blood thinner combinations (ticagrelor plus aspirin or rivaroxaban plus aspirin) are better than the standard clopidogrel plus aspirin at preventing stroke, brain bleeding, or death from blood vessel disease. Over 1,600 participants wi…

This study tests a mix of immune-boosting drugs, natural killer cells, and a device that sends low-intensity electric fields to the brain for people with glioblastoma that has come back after initial treatment. The trial has two parts: first, everyone gets the drug combo; second,…

This study tests whether a personalized, two-phase radiation therapy approach can better control glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. The treatment adapts the radiation plan based on tumor changes during therapy, potentially targeting the tumor more precisely while sparing h…

This trial tests whether a new type of MRI, called MR fingerprinting, can better show where a glioblastoma (an aggressive brain tumor) has spread compared to standard MRI. The goal is to help surgeons remove more of the tumor safely. The study involves adults with suspected gliob…

This study looks at whether doing blood flow-restricted exercise two or three times per week makes a difference in muscle strength recovery for people with incomplete cervical spinal cord injury. Participants perform low-load muscle contractions while a cuff partially restricts b…

This pilot study is testing whether combining a modified Atkins diet (low-carb, high-protein) with a 12-week fitness program can improve quality of life and physical function in 15 people with malignant glioma. Participants will follow the diet and attend two supervised exercise …

This pilot study tests whether injections of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) made from a patient's own blood can help preserve vision in people with retinitis pigmentosa or a related condition called EMAP. Thirty participants receive three injections over four months, and researchers …

This study tests whether a rapid form of brain stimulation, called accelerated intermittent theta-burst stimulation (aiTBS), can relieve depression in people with bipolar II disorder whose depression has not responded to other treatments. Participants receive either real or sham …

This study tests whether a daily pill called BHV-7000 can reduce seizures in adults with refractory focal epilepsy—a type of epilepsy that doesn't respond well to current medications. About 390 participants will receive either a low dose, a higher dose, or a placebo for 8 weeks. …

This phase 2 trial tested the drug ivosidenib in children and young adults (ages 1 to 21) with solid tumors, lymphomas, or histiocytic disorders that have an IDH1 mutation and have either come back after treatment or not responded. The goal was to see if the drug could shrink or …

This early-stage trial is testing a new type of cell therapy for children with neuroblastoma that has returned or is hard to treat. The therapy uses the patient's own immune cells, which are modified in the lab to recognize and attack a protein called PHOX2B found on neuroblastom…

This study tests whether a wellness and behavior program can reduce seizures in adults with epilepsy that doesn't respond well to medication. About 1000 participants will be randomly assigned to the program or usual care. The goal is to see if lifestyle changes can lower seizure …

This study tests a behavioral program called Individualized Developmental Care (NIDCAP) for newborns with complex congenital heart disease. The program aims to reduce stress from the hospital environment by supporting parent involvement, creating a soothing setting, and adjusting…

This early-stage trial tests a new type of CAR T-cell therapy designed to target a protein called MMP2 found on glioblastoma cells. The treatment uses a scorpion toxin fragment (chlorotoxin) to help the immune cells find and attack the tumor. Nineteen patients with recurrent or p…

This early-phase study tests whether giving multiple doses of a special virus carried by neural stem cells is safe and possible for people with newly diagnosed high-grade glioma. Participants receive the therapy directly into the brain before, during, and after standard radiation…

This study tests the long-term safety and effectiveness of an experimental drug called VX-670 in adults with myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1). Participants who completed a previous VX-670 study can join. The drug is given through a vein, and researchers will monitor side effects a…

This study tests a gene therapy called PBKR03 for babies with early infantile Krabbe disease, a severe genetic disorder that damages the brain and nerves. The treatment delivers a working copy of the GALC gene to the brain and body. Researchers will check safety and find the best…

This phase 2 trial tests whether allopregnanolone, a natural hormone, can safely help repair the brain in people with early Alzheimer's disease. About 100 volunteers aged 55 to 80 will receive weekly infusions of the drug or a placebo for several months. Researchers will measure …

This Phase 2 study tests an experimental drug called BIIB080 in people with mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia due to Alzheimer's disease. The drug is injected into the fluid around the spinal cord every 12 or 24 weeks. Researchers want to see if it can slow the worsening…

This early-phase trial is testing whether the immunotherapy drug nivolumab can help people with melanoma or lung cancer that has spread to the leptomeninges (the lining of the brain and spinal cord). The drug is given both through a vein and directly into the spinal fluid via a l…

This pilot study tests whether adalimumab, an anti-inflammatory drug, can help preserve vision in people with retinitis pigmentosa or a related condition called EMAP. Thirty participants will receive three injections into the eye over four months. The main goal is to see if the t…

This study tests deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery for people with severe focal hand dystonia, including musician's dystonia, that hasn't improved with botulinum toxin. Five participants will have electrodes placed in brain areas that control movement, connected to a stimulato…

This study tests an experimental drug called BI 764524, given as an eye injection, in 190 adults with moderate to severe diabetic retinopathy. Participants receive different numbers of injections over a year, and doctors compare eye damage improvements against a sham procedure or…

This early-stage trial tests whether injections of tiny particles from umbilical cord stem cells are safe for people with syringomyelia, a condition where fluid-filled cavities form in the spinal cord. The study will enroll 18 adults whose symptoms haven't improved after surgery …

This study tests whether a new drug called zanidatamab, combined with chemotherapy and sometimes another drug (tislelizumab), works better than the current standard treatment for advanced HER2-positive stomach and esophageal cancers. About 920 adults whose cancer has spread or ca…

This study offers NRX-101, a combination of two drugs, to adults aged 18-65 with treatment-resistant bipolar depression and suicidal thoughts. Participants receive the medication from their own psychiatrist and undergo regular check-ins on mood, suicidal ideation, and side effect…

This study is testing a device called the BONEBRIDGE, a bone conduction implant that helps people with certain types of hearing loss hear better. The implant is placed under the skin behind the ear during surgery and works by sending sound vibrations through the skull bone direct…

This early-stage trial tests a single injection of ARO-ATXN2 in 36 adults with spinocerebellar ataxia type 2, a rare genetic disorder that affects movement and coordination. The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and how the body processes it. Participants are randomly assig…

This early-stage study is testing whether a specially prepared membrane made from donated human tissue can help heal chronic wounds, like diabetic foot ulcers and eye surface injuries. The membrane is sterilized with different doses of radiation to find the best balance between s…

This phase 2 trial tests whether giving chemotherapy directly into the eye (subconjunctival carboplatin) along with systemic topotecan can shrink advanced retinoblastoma tumors in children with disease in both eyes. The goal is to preserve the eye and vision, avoiding removal. Pa…

This study tests the long-term safety and effectiveness of zilucoplan, a daily injection, in people with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG), a condition that causes muscle weakness. About 200 participants who completed a prior zilucoplan trial will receive the drug for an extend…

This study tests whether giving a higher radiation dose to a brain area called the subventricular zone (where stem cells live) can delay glioblastoma from coming back. About 60 adults with newly diagnosed glioblastoma will receive standard radiation and chemo, but half will get e…

This early-phase trial tests a new drug called Peposertib, combined with radiation and chemotherapy, for people with a hard-to-treat type of brain cancer called glioblastoma. The study aims to find the best dose and check safety in 29 participants. If it works, the drug may help …

This study tests whether a lifestyle physical activity program, supported by a Fitbit and phone counseling, can help women with depression who are in alcohol treatment reduce their risk of relapse. Participants are randomly assigned to either receive the full program or just a Fi…

This study tests whether measurement-based care — where therapists regularly track symptoms using questionnaires — adds extra benefit to weekly psychotherapy for adults with depression or anxiety. Participants are randomly assigned to measurement-based care, standard therapy, or …

This study tests an investigational drug called HRS-7450 in 208 people who have had an acute ischemic stroke within the past 4.5 to 24 hours. Participants receive either a low, intermediate, or high dose of the drug or a placebo. The goal is to see if the drug helps improve recov…

This study tests an experimental drug called ONO-2808 in people with multiple system atrophy (MSA), a rare and serious brain disease. About 92 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo daily for up to 80 weeks. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and might help co…

This study tests a combination of two drugs, neratinib and valproate, in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The first part finds the safest dose, and the second part focuses on cancers with a RAS mutation, like certain colon and panc…

This study tests whether metformin, a widely used diabetes drug, can safely slow vision loss in people with ABCA4 retinopathy (Stargardt disease). Fifty-five participants aged 12 and older will take metformin by mouth for 24 months, with regular eye exams to track changes. The go…

This phase 3 study tests Coagadex, a human clotting factor X, in 15 adults with acquired factor X deficiency caused by AL amyloidosis. The goal is to see if it safely stops active bleeding and helps manage bleeding during surgery. Participants receive the drug on demand for bleed…

This early-stage study tests two drugs together—linvoseltamab and dupilumab—in just 6 adults with severe food allergies. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can lower IgE antibodies that trigger allergic reactions. Participants must have a history of anaphylaxis to …

This early-phase trial tests a new targeted drug called MLN0128 combined with bevacizumab (Avastin) in about 50 patients whose glioblastoma or other solid tumors have returned or not responded to standard treatment. The main goal is to find the safest dose and see how the body ha…

This phase 3 trial tests EYP-1901, a new eye injection that may last longer than current treatments for wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). About 400 people with wet AMD will receive either EYP-1901 or standard aflibercept injections over 2 years. The main goal is to see …

This phase 3 trial tests EYP-1901, a new eye injection that may last longer than current treatments for wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). About 400 participants will receive either EYP-1901 or the standard drug aflibercept. The goal is to see if EYP-1901 can maintain or…

This study tests a new drug called EYE103 (Restoret) against an existing treatment, ranibizumab (Lucentis), for people with diabetic macular edema, a condition that causes vision loss in diabetes. About 984 participants will receive injections into the eye every 4 weeks for a yea…

This trial tests a combination of donor immune cells (targeting a common virus) and the drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) in 58 people with glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. The goal is to see if this approach can shrink tumors and help patients live longer. The study has two…

This phase 3 trial tests whether a new drug combination (MK-7684A) plus chemoradiotherapy helps people with stage III non-small cell lung cancer live longer than the current standard treatment. About 611 participants will receive either the new combo or durvalumab. The study is a…

This study tests a new drug called EYE103 (Restoret) against an existing treatment, ranibizumab (Lucentis), for people with diabetic macular edema, a common cause of vision loss in diabetes. About 1,054 participants receive injections into the eye every 4 weeks for a year, then l…

This phase II trial tested whether adding bevacizumab to osimertinib works better than osimertinib alone for patients with a specific type of lung cancer (EGFR-mutant non-small cell lung cancer) that has spread to the brain. Only 5 patients were enrolled. The goal was to see if t…

This study tests a combination of laser heat therapy (LITT) and the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab in 32 adults with recurrent glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. The laser heats and destroys hard-to-reach tumors, while pembrolizumab helps the immune system fight cancer c…

This phase 2 trial tests whether the experimental drug VHB937 can slow the decline in function and delay the need for breathing support in people with early-stage ALS. About 251 participants will receive either VHB937 or a placebo for 40 weeks, followed by an open-label extension…

This study is testing the long-term safety and effectiveness of a drug called TSND-201 for adults with PTSD. Participants who completed an earlier blinded trial of TSND-201 can receive up to three treatment courses over 48 weeks, each consisting of four weekly doses. The goal is …

This phase 2 trial tests the drug pembrolizumab in 101 adults with cancer that has spread to the brain or spinal cord. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink or stabilize these tumors. Participants receive pembrolizumab along with standard imaging and sometimes radiation. The …

This early-phase trial tests a combination of the targeted drug ibrutinib with several chemotherapy drugs (TEDDI-R) in people with primary CNS lymphoma, a rare and aggressive brain cancer. The study aims to find the safest dose of ibrutinib when used in this cocktail and to see h…

This early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called BI 3000202 in 16 adults with rare type 1 interferonopathies, such as Aicardi-Goutières syndrome. Participants take a low dose for 4 weeks, then a higher dose for 36 weeks. The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and how…

This phase 2 trial tests the safety and effectiveness of avelumab, an immunotherapy drug, in people with thymoma or thymic carcinoma that has progressed after platinum-based chemotherapy. About 56 participants will receive avelumab intravenously every two weeks. The study aims to…

This study tests whether a robotic exoskeleton called ReWalk can help people with complete spinal cord injury below T4 walk and improve their health. Fifty participants will either use the exoskeleton or receive standard physical therapy. The goal is to see if the device improves…

This study tests an implanted electrical stimulator to improve walking in people who have had a stroke. Six participants will first be screened, then receive the implant and use it at home. Researchers will compare advanced control settings to a simple trigger to see which works …

This phase 2 trial tests whether prasinezumab, given as an IV infusion every 4 weeks, can slow motor decline in people with early Parkinson's disease. The study includes 586 participants who are already on stable Parkinson's medication. Researchers are measuring how long it takes…

This early-stage trial is testing a drug called BMN 351 in 18 boys aged 4 to 10 with Duchenne muscular dystrophy who have a specific genetic change. The drug is designed to help the body produce a shorter but still useful version of the muscle protein dystrophin. The main goal is…

This study tests a drug called rozanolixizumab in 12 children aged 2 to 18 with moderate to severe generalized myasthenia gravis, a condition that causes muscle weakness. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and helps control symptoms. Participants receive injections, and resea…

This study tests a program where community health workers help adults with epilepsy who frequently visit the emergency room. Over 9 to 12 months, the health workers provide home visits and phone support to help with medication, seizure tracking, and connecting to doctors. The goa…

This early-phase trial tests a new drug, ASTX660, combined with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab in people with advanced solid tumors, including cervical and triple-negative breast cancers. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can boost the immune system to fight canc…

This study planned to test whether injecting botulinum toxin (Botox) into the salivary glands could reduce drooling in people with true bulbar palsy, a condition that causes swallowing problems after a brain stem injury. The trial was designed to compare the injections against st…

This early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called APX005M in 32 children with brain tumors that have come back or are hard to treat, including a type of brain stem glioma. The drug works by activating the immune system to attack cancer cells. The main goals are to fin…

This early study tests the safety of TheraSphere PCa, tiny radioactive glass beads injected into the prostate to treat localized prostate cancer. The trial involves 36 men with favorable intermediate-risk cancer and aims to find the maximum safe radiation dose. Researchers will m…

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding a second DNA vaccine to a standard immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) can improve outcomes for men with castration-resistant metastatic prostate cancer. About 60 participants will receive either one or two DNA vaccines along with pembrolizumab f…

This study tests a gene therapy called laruparetigene zovaparvovec (AGTC-501) in 10 males aged 12-50 with X-linked retinitis pigmentosa, a genetic condition that leads to vision loss. The therapy is injected into both eyes to deliver a working copy of the RPGR gene. The main goal…

This study tests whether adding perampanel (Fycompa) to current epilepsy medications can reduce seizures in children aged 1 month to 18 years. About 100 children with specific epilepsy syndromes or partial-onset seizures will receive the drug. The main goal is to see if at least …

This pilot study tests whether a drug called trastuzumab, given with an immune booster (GM-CSF), can safely reach and treat recurrent ependymoma in children. Ten children with this rare brain tumor will receive the drugs to see if the treatment is safe and can be detected in the …

This study tests whether adding the drug tucatinib to standard therapy (trastuzumab/pertuzumab or T-DM1) can prevent new or worsening brain metastases in people with advanced HER2+ breast cancer. About 48 participants who have stable disease elsewhere but a new brain tumor will r…

This study tests a new device called the eShunt System for treating normal pressure hydrocephalus, a condition that causes trouble walking, thinking, and bladder control in older adults. The device drains extra fluid from the brain through a small tube. Researchers will compare i…

This study tests ravulizumab, a drug that calms a part of the immune system, in 12 children with NMOSD – a rare disease where the immune system attacks the nerves in the eyes and spine. The goal is to see if the drug can reduce the number of relapses and prevent disability over a…

This study aimed to test a new treatment called CABA-201, a CAR T-cell therapy made from a patient's own immune cells, for people with multiple sclerosis (MS). The goal was to see if it was safe and could control the disease by targeting and resetting the immune system. However, …

This study compares a targeted drug called selumetinib to standard chemotherapy (carboplatin/vincristine) in children aged 2 to 21 with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) and low-grade glioma, a type of brain tumor. The goal is to see if selumetinib works as well or better at control…

This Phase 3 study compares fenebrutinib, an experimental oral drug, to teriflunomide, an approved MS therapy, in 751 adults with relapsing multiple sclerosis. The goal is to see if fenebrutinib better reduces relapse rates and delays disability progression. Participants take eit…

This study tests whether adding a second chemotherapy drug, lomustine, to the standard treatment (temozolomide plus radiation) helps people with a specific type of glioblastoma live longer. The trial includes 265 adults with newly diagnosed tumors that have a methylated MGMT gene…

This study tests a 4-month in-home rehabilitation program called HOME for Us for people who have had a traumatic brain injury (TBI) at least one year ago and their family caregivers. The program involves eight sessions with an occupational therapist, focusing on adapting the home…

This study tests a drug called entrectinib in children with advanced solid tumors or brain tumors that have come back or haven't responded to other treatments. The trial has two parts: first finding the best dose, then seeing how well it works in children whose tumors have specif…

This trial tests a new drug called Cadonilimab in 28 people with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to standard immunotherapy. The drug is a bispecific antibody that targets two immune checkpoints (PD-1 and CTLA-4) to potentially reactivate the immune system agains…

This phase II trial tests whether combining two immunotherapy drugs (INCAGN1876 and INCMGA00012) with targeted radiation can help people with recurrent glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. The 39 participants receive the drugs before and after surgery to remove the tumor, pl…

This Phase 2 trial tests whether combining bevacizumab (Avastin) with atezolizumab (Tecentriq), with or without cobimetinib (Cotellic), can shrink or control melanoma that has spread to the brain. The study enrolls 29 adults with untreated brain metastases who are not taking ster…

This 12-week study is for people who completed a previous trial of the ketogenic diet for first-episode bipolar disorder. Researchers want to see if the diet can improve symptoms like depression, mania, and psychosis, as well as brain energy metabolism and insulin resistance. Abo…

This trial tests the drug savolitinib in children and adults whose brain tumors (medulloblastoma, high-grade glioma, or DIPG) have come back or not responded to treatment. The drug works by blocking an enzyme that some tumor cells need to grow. The study aims to find the safest d…

This phase 3 trial tests whether the drug troriluzole can slow the progression of spinocerebellar ataxia, a rare genetic disorder that affects coordination and balance. About 300 adults with different types of SCA are randomly assigned to take either troriluzole or a placebo dail…

This phase 3 trial compares two drugs for primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS), a form of MS that steadily worsens. About 985 adults with PPMS will receive either daily oral fenebrutinib or intravenous ocrelizumab (plus matching placebos) to see which better delays disab…

This study looks at whether starting a cardiac rehabilitation programme soon after leaving the hospital helps people with coronary artery disease live longer and avoid hospital stays for heart problems. The programme includes counseling, education, and exercise sessions three tim…

This phase I trial tests a new approach for patients with high-risk or recurrent non-Hodgkin lymphoma. After a stem cell transplant, participants receive a single infusion of their own genetically modified T-cells designed to recognize and attack cancer cells. The study aims to f…

This study planned to test a new CAR-T cell therapy called LCAR-AIO in adults with relapsed or treatment-resistant neurological autoimmune diseases, including multiple sclerosis and myasthenia gravis. The goal was to check safety and find the right dose. However, the trial was wi…

This study tests whether a trauma-informed program called Strength at Home works better than the usual state-approved program for reducing intimate partner violence. About 800 men who are court-ordered to attend such programs, along with their partners, will take part. Researcher…

This phase 2 trial tests whether combining two drugs—olaparib and durvalumab—can shrink or control solid tumors that have an IDH mutation. The study includes adults with certain brain tumors (glioma) or bile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma) that have not responded well to prior t…

This Phase 3 trial tests whether the oral drug remibrutinib works better than teriflunomide at reducing relapses and slowing disability in people with relapsing multiple sclerosis. About 1,000 adults aged 18–55 with active MS are taking part. The study is double-blind, meaning ne…

This study tests a special deep brain stimulation (DBS) device that can both stimulate and record brain activity in people with treatment-resistant depression. Ten participants will have electrodes implanted in a brain region called the subcallosal cingulate. The goal is to ident…

This study tests an investigational drug called rozanolixizumab in adults with MOG antibody-associated disease (MOGAD), a rare condition where the immune system attacks the brain and spinal cord. The main goal is to see if the drug can prevent or delay relapses (flare-ups) compar…

This study tests a one-time gene therapy called CAP-003 in adults with Parkinson's disease caused by a GBA1 gene mutation. The goal is to see if it is safe and if it can help control the disease. Participants receive a single IV infusion and are monitored for two years.

This Phase 2 trial tests whether N-Acetylcysteine (NAC), an antioxidant, can help people with ME/CFS (chronic fatigue syndrome). Researchers will give 95 participants different doses of NAC or a placebo for four weeks, then measure brain glutathione levels and markers of oxidativ…

This early-stage trial tested a drug called adavosertib together with radiation therapy for people with advanced esophageal or stomach cancer that cannot be surgically removed. The goal was to find the safest dose and see how well the combination works. Only 4 people took part, s…

This study tests a treatment made from a patient's own immune cells, which are genetically modified to recognize and attack a protein called CD20 on cancer cells. It is for people with B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma that has returned or not responded to prior therapy. The main goals…

This study tracks the safety of the drug Samsca (tolvaptan) in 300 Japanese patients with low sodium levels caused by SIADH. Researchers will record any side effects or special situations that occur during routine use. The goal is to confirm the drug's safety in real-world settin…

This phase II trial tests two drugs—olaparib and pembrolizumab—together in 12 people with advanced uveal melanoma, a rare eye cancer that has spread. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors or slow the disease. The study is active but no longer recruiting, and res…

This study tests a drug called erdafitinib in children and young adults (ages 1 to 21) whose cancers have come back or are not responding to treatment and have specific changes in FGFR genes. The drug works by blocking enzymes that help cancer cells grow. The main goal is to see …

This phase 2 trial tests the drug selpercatinib in children and young adults (ages 1 to 21) with advanced cancers that have a specific genetic change called a RET alteration. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or stop them from growing. Only one participant has been…

This study tests a single injection of ZVS101e, a gene therapy that delivers a working copy of the CYP4V2 gene directly into the retina. It is for adults with Bietti's crystalline dystrophy, a rare inherited condition that leads to progressive vision loss. The trial will check wh…

This study tests whether adding the diabetes drug metformin to standard antidepressants helps people with both depression and obesity lose weight and feel better. Researchers will also check if certain gene variants affect how well the combination works. The trial involves 200 ad…

This study tested a new drug called veliparib, given with radiation and chemotherapy, for children and young adults with a fast-growing brain tumor (high-grade glioma). The goal was to see if adding veliparib helps keep the cancer from coming back longer than standard treatment. …

This phase 3 trial tests whether a shot (subcutaneous) of ublituximab works as well as the standard IV infusion for people with relapsing multiple sclerosis. About 360 participants are enrolled. The main goal is to compare drug levels in the blood over 24 weeks, along with safety…

This study tests a donor stem cell transplant for people with severe immune system problems, like SCID and Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome. The goal is to help the body make healthy blood cells and fight infections. Participants receive donated stem cells to rebuild their immune system.…

This study tested two drug combinations in 42 people with advanced uveal melanoma, a rare eye cancer that has spread. The goal was to see if adding a second drug (GSK2141795) to trametinib could better slow cancer growth. Participants were randomly assigned to receive either tram…

This early-stage trial tests whether a single infusion of donated mesenchymal stem cells is safe for children with cerebral adrenoleukodystrophy (cALD), a rare and life-threatening brain disease. The stem cells are given as a temporary bridge to buy time before a more definitive …

This phase II trial tests a drug called telaglenastat (CB-839) in people with advanced solid tumors that have specific genetic changes, including NF1 mutations and malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors. The drug works by blocking an enzyme that cancer cells need to grow. Resea…

This study looks at whether a one-year treatment with Ocrevus can improve walking and balance in people with relapsing multiple sclerosis, compared to other standard treatments. Sixty adults aged 18-65 who can walk at least 25 feet will be split into two groups. Their walking abi…

This early-phase trial tests a new drug called telaglenastat combined with standard radiation and chemotherapy for people with a specific type of brain tumor (IDH-mutated astrocytoma). The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination works better than standard treat…

This phase 3 trial tests whether CAEL-101, an antibody that removes abnormal protein deposits from organs, can help people with AL amyloidosis live longer and avoid heart-related hospital stays. About 281 participants who have not yet received treatment for their plasma cell diso…

This Phase 2 trial tests a drug called RO7204239 in 51 adults with facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD), a genetic condition that causes progressive muscle weakness. The drug is an antibody that blocks myostatin, a protein that normally limits muscle growth, to help pres…

This early-stage study tests whether a mix of immune-boosting drugs and targeted radiation can help the body fight advanced solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery. About 14 adults with certain types of skin cancer, sarcoma, or breast cancer will receive the treatment dire…

This study tested the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab in 26 people with high grade meningioma that came back or remained after treatment. The goal was to see if the drug could stop the tumor from growing for at least 6 months. Participants received pembrolizumab and had regular …

This study is a long-term follow-up for people with relapsing multiple sclerosis who previously completed a ublituximab trial. It aims to see if the drug remains safe and effective over time. About 1100 participants will receive ublituximab infusions, and researchers will track r…

This early-stage trial tests a vaccine called PEP-CMV in 30 children and young adults (ages 3–35) whose medulloblastoma or malignant glioma has come back. The vaccine is designed to train the immune system to attack tumor cells that carry a common virus protein (CMV). Participant…

This phase 2 trial is testing a combination of two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and ipilimumab, in 798 people with over 50 types of rare cancers. The goal is to see if these drugs can shrink tumors by helping the immune system attack cancer cells. Participants receive the drugs…

This early-phase trial tests a gene therapy called MVX-220 in 12 children and adults with Angelman syndrome. The therapy delivers a working copy of the UBE3A gene via a single injection into the fluid around the brain. Researchers are primarily checking safety, but also looking f…

This study tests whether nerve transfer surgery can improve arm and hand function in people with complete spinal cord injuries who have no hand movement. Seventy participants will undergo surgery followed by 48 months of occupational therapy. The goal is to help them regain indep…

This phase 1/2 trial tests the drug acalabrutinib (Calquence) in 49 people with central nervous system lymphoma that has come back or not responded to treatment. Participants take the tablet by mouth twice daily. The study aims to find the safest dose and see if the drug can shri…

This study tests whether adding veliparib to the standard chemotherapy drug temozolomide helps people with a newly diagnosed, aggressive brain cancer called glioblastoma. The trial includes 447 patients whose tumors have a specific genetic change (MGMT promoter hypermethylation).…

This study tests a drug called olaparib in people with advanced cancers (like brain tumors, bile duct cancer, or other solid tumors) that have a specific gene change called IDH1 or IDH2 mutation. The drug works by blocking an enzyme that cancer cells need to grow. About 89 partic…

This study tests whether using limited surgery followed by proton therapy can control craniopharyngioma, a rare brain tumor, in children and young adults. The goal is to reduce radiation side effects by using a tighter radiation margin. Some patients who have complete tumor remov…

This study tests a newer form of radiation called intensity-modulated proton therapy in children and young adults with craniopharyngioma, a rare brain tumor. The goal is to see if this precise radiation can better control the tumor while causing fewer side effects than older radi…

This study tests a single injection of ZVS101e gene therapy for people with Bietti's crystalline dystrophy, a rare inherited condition that leads to progressive vision loss. The therapy delivers a working copy of the CYP4V2 gene directly to the retina. Researchers will measure wh…

This study provides ZVS101e, a gene therapy, to 32 people with Bietti crystalline corneoretinal dystrophy (BCD) who were in the control group of a previous Phase III trial. The therapy uses a harmless virus to deliver a working gene to the eye, aiming to slow vision loss. The mai…

This program allows eligible patients to receive RGX-202, a gene therapy, on a single-patient basis outside of a clinical trial. It is designed for those with serious conditions who have no other treatment options. Currently, the program is temporarily not available.

This early-stage study tested the safety and best dose of vorinostat when given with the chemotherapy drug temozolomide in 83 adults with aggressive brain tumors called malignant gliomas. The goal was to see if adding vorinostat could make the tumor cells more sensitive to chemot…

This study tests different dosing schedules of the drug donanemab in about 1,175 people with early symptomatic Alzheimer's disease. The goal is to find a regimen that lowers brain amyloid plaques while reducing the risk of a side effect called ARIA-E (brain swelling or small blee…

This study tests a drug called ulixertinib in children and teens whose advanced cancers have a specific genetic change in the MAPK pathway. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink or control the tumor. About 20 participants with various solid tumors, lymphomas, or related disor…

This phase 2 trial is testing the drug larotrectinib in children and young adults (ages 1 to 21) with advanced solid tumors, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, or histiocytic disorders that have a specific genetic change called an NTRK fusion. The cancers have either come back after treatment…

This study tests whether giving a fructose (a type of sugar) injection soon after a stroke, along with standard clot-busting treatment, can improve brain recovery. About 46 adults who have a stroke within the last 4.5 hours will be randomly assigned to receive either fructose plu…

This phase 2 trial tests a new drug called HB-1, which combines two blood pressure medicines (telmisartan and verapamil), to see if it can reduce unexpected panic attacks in people with panic disorder. The study plans to enroll 240 adults aged 18 to 65 and compare HB-1 against pl…

This study is testing whether proton beam radiation can effectively treat germ cell tumors in the brain while causing fewer side effects than standard photon radiation. About 45 participants aged 3 to 25 will receive daily proton radiation for 4 to 8 weeks. Researchers will track…

This phase 3 trial tests whether ALXN1720 can improve daily living and muscle strength in adults with generalized myasthenia gravis who have specific antibodies. About 260 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 26 weeks. The study is active but no longer recru…

This study tests a drug called selumetinib in children and young adults (ages 3-18) with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) who have nerve tumors that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink or slow the growth of these tumors. Participants take the dru…

This early-stage study tests whether a mix of three drugs—tacrolimus, nivolumab, and ipilimumab—can shrink or control certain skin cancers in people who have had a kidney transplant. The main goal is to see if the cancer responds without causing the body to reject the transplante…

This study tested the drug ensartinib in 13 children and young adults (ages 1–21) whose cancers had come back or did not respond to treatment and had specific ALK or ROS1 gene changes. The goal was to see if the drug could shrink or stop tumor growth. While the drug targets cance…

This was a small, early-phase study designed to test the safety and feasibility of a cancer vaccine (SV-BR-1-GM) combined with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) in patients with solid tumors that had spread to the brain or spinal cord lining. The trial planned to en…

This study tests whether offering PTSD therapy to people in jail who also have opioid or stimulant use disorder can help them start addiction treatment after release. Researchers will screen and refer participants, then randomly assign some to start therapy immediately in jail an…

This study tests a liquid medicine called mirabegron in children aged 6 months to 3 years who have bladder problems due to nerve damage (neurogenic detrusor overactivity). The goal is to see if the medicine helps the bladder hold more urine safely, reducing leaks and pressure. Ch…

This early-phase study tests a combination of two drugs—D2C7-IT and atezolizumab—in adults with a recurrent, aggressive type of brain cancer called grade IV malignant glioma. The main goal is to see if the combination is safe and what side effects it may cause. About 18 participa…

This phase 3 trial is testing whether the drug retatrutide can lower the chance of serious heart problems (like heart attacks and strokes) and slow kidney disease in 10,000 overweight adults who already have heart or kidney disease. Participants receive either retatrutide or a pl…

This pilot study explores whether people with melanoma or non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to the brain can safely skip stereotactic radiosurgery (focused radiation) after having a brain tumor surgically removed. Instead of radiation, participants receive systemic thera…

This study tests whether inhaling nitric oxide gas can improve blood flow in the brain after a traumatic brain injury (TBI). The trial enrolls adults aged 18 to 75 with moderate TBI or mild TBI with abnormal scans. Participants receive either inhaled nitric oxide or standard care…

This clinical trial is testing whether dimethyl fumarate, a drug already used for multiple sclerosis, can improve balance and walking in adults with adrenomyeloneuropathy (AMN), a rare nerve disease. Forty participants will take either the drug or a placebo daily for 36 months, w…

This phase 2 trial tests whether leuprolide (Eligard), a drug that lowers certain hormones, can slow memory and thinking decline in 180 women with mild Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment. All participants are already taking donepezil. The study compares leuprolide injection…

This phase 3 trial tests whether an oral antioxidant called N-acetylcysteine (NAC) can slow the loss of vision in people with retinitis pigmentosa, an inherited eye disease that causes gradual blindness. About 485 adults aged 18 to 65 are taking NAC or a placebo for several years…

This study follows 158 people in France who are prescribed Epidyolex (a cannabidiol-based medicine) for seizures as part of their normal care. Researchers will track how long people stay on the treatment, side effects, seizure frequency, and changes in daily functioning and quali…

This study tests whether naloxegol, a drug that blocks opioid effects in the gut, can prevent constipation and pneumonia in brain-injured patients in the ICU. These patients often receive opioids for sedation, which can slow digestion and lead to serious complications. The trial …

This study tests whether people with atrial fibrillation who receive a WATCHMAN FLX Pro device can safely take just one blood thinner or aspirin instead of the usual two-drug plan. About 1,857 participants are being followed for six months to compare rates of death, stroke, major…

This study tests whether adding the drug azeliragon to targeted radiation therapy can safely shrink brain tumors and keep them under control longer. It involves 46 adults with cancer that has spread to the brain. The goal is to improve tumor control without causing serious side e…

This study tests a wireless device that stimulates the vagus nerve during rehabilitation exercises to help people who have had a stroke recover arm and hand function. The approach, called targeted plasticity therapy, aims to enhance the brain's ability to rewire itself. The trial…

This study tests whether a low dose of lithium (20 mg/day) can slow disease-related changes in the brain and blood of people with early-stage Parkinson's disease. Twenty participants will receive either lithium or a placebo for a period, and researchers will use MRI scans and blo…

This study tests whether a wearable suit that delivers small electrical pulses to leg muscles can improve walking speed in people with incomplete spinal cord injury. Participants first do standard treadmill training, then add the electrical stimulation suit for 20 sessions. The m…

This study investigates whether combining ACT001 (an oral drug) with pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) can help people with recurrent glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. Participants take the drugs before surgery to remove their tumor, allowing researchers to analyze how the…

This study tests whether intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) can reduce symptoms of autonomic dysfunction—such as dizziness, rapid heartbeat, and fatigue—in people with long COVID. Two hundred participants will receive either IVIG or a placebo (saline) for 9 months, plus coordinate…

This Phase 3 trial tests a radioactive imaging agent called 18F-mFBG to see if it can accurately detect neuroblastoma, a type of childhood cancer. The study involves 43 participants who either have or are suspected of having neuroblastoma. Researchers will compare the new PET sca…

This phase 1 trial is testing a new imaging tracer called 68Ga-FAPI-46 to see where it collects in normal and cancerous tissues. About 30 people with various solid tumors or blood cancers will receive the tracer and then undergo a PET/CT scan. The goal is to understand how the tr…

This early study will test whether weak electrical currents applied to the head can help diagnose balance disorders like vestibular schwannoma and vestibular neuritis. Researchers will measure how 30 people with these conditions sway or move in response to the stimulation. The go…

This study offers voluntary screening for newborns in North Carolina to detect a wide range of rare health conditions early. Using a small blood sample already collected at birth, the program tests for dozens of disorders, including spinal muscular atrophy, cystic fibrosis, and m…

This study tests an AI tool called AIDP that analyzes MRI scans to help diagnose Parkinson's disease and two similar conditions (MSA and PSP). Researchers at 21 sites will compare the AI's diagnosis to that of movement disorder specialists. The goal is to see if the tool can impr…

This study uses special brain scans (PET imaging) to measure amyloid buildup—a protein linked to Alzheimer's—in healthy older adults, people with mild memory problems, and those with dementia. Participants receive scans every 2-3 years for up to 20 years to see how amyloid change…

This study is testing two different imaging techniques—SPECT and PET—to see how well they can spot brain tumors called gliomas. Forty patients with primary or recurrent glioma will receive injections of two special tracers, then undergo scans to measure how much tracer is taken u…

This large study tests whether a simple iPad-based cognitive test, called MyCog, can help primary care doctors detect early dementia and cognitive impairment in underserved communities. Over 57,000 older adults from 24 clinics will take the test during routine visits. The goal is…

This study explores whether a taste test can serve as a diagnostic tool for depression. Participants with untreated major depressive disorder will take a taste test before and after starting an antidepressant prescribed by their doctor, and again six to eight weeks later. The goa…

This study tests whether a millimeter-wave radar system can accurately diagnose type 1 narcolepsy by monitoring sleep without physical contact. Forty patients will use the radar alongside standard sleep tests (PSG/MSLT) to see if the radar matches the standard results. If it work…

This study evaluates RDX-Aneurysm, a computer-assisted detection software designed to help radiologists find saccular intracranial aneurysms (bulging blood vessels in the brain) on MRI scans. Researchers will analyze 550 past scans—half with confirmed aneurysms and half without—t…

This study tests whether a special PET scan using a radioactive form of methionine (a natural amino acid) can help doctors see tumors in children and young adults with various cancers, including brain tumors and sarcomas. About 503 participants will be scanned to see if the metho…

This study tests a new radioactive tracer called 18F-DA for PET scans to see if it can find neuroblastoma and pheochromocytoma tumors more clearly than the current tracer. About 20 children and adults with known or suspected tumors will receive the tracer and be monitored for sid…

This study tests whether a Turkish translation of the Four-Dimensional Symptom Questionnaire (4DSQ) helps Belgian general practitioners who don't speak Turkish better diagnose depression and anxiety in Turkish-speaking patients with language barriers. About 80 patients and their …

This study explores whether a self-administered digital test called eSAGE, combined with information from electronic health records and machine learning, can help detect early signs of cognitive impairment, including dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will analyze data…

This study tests whether a music-inspired community campaign, called Music4Health, can help lower blood pressure and improve stroke awareness among 1,412 youth (ages 14-24) and their caregivers (ages 40+) in Nigeria. Participants will take part in listening sessions and activitie…

This study compares two different doses of radiation aimed at the head (prophylactic cranial irradiation) to see which is better at preventing brain metastases in people with small cell lung cancer. Participants had their lung cancer diagnosed within the past year and have alread…

This trial tests a wearable insole system that monitors foot pressure, temperature, and movement, giving real-time alerts to help users shift weight and avoid injury. The study includes people with type 1 or 2 diabetes who have nerve damage and a recent history of healed foot ulc…

This study tests whether fenofibrate, a drug already used for high cholesterol, can prevent diabetic retinopathy from worsening in people with mild to moderate disease. About 560 adults with diabetes will take either fenofibrate or a placebo for up to 6 years. The goal is to see …

This study tests a self-guided online program called CATCH-IT, designed to prevent depression in teenagers who are at risk. Researchers are working with 400 teens aged 13-18 across four health systems to find the best way to deliver this program in primary care. The goal is to se…

This study tests two different programs designed to prevent depression in teenagers who are at risk. One program is an online course called CATCH-IT, and the other is an 8-session group program called TEAMS. About 636 teens aged 13-19 with mild depressive symptoms but no current …

This study tests a non-invasive device that uses gentle electrical currents to stimulate the right amygdala, a brain area linked to emotion. Fifty adults with major depression will receive either real or sham stimulation for six weeks. Researchers will measure changes in mood, th…

This study tests whether a non-invasive electrical stimulation device placed on the skin over the spine can help veterans with spinal cord injury improve blood pressure, exercise capacity, and body temperature regulation. Twenty veterans with injuries between the neck and upper b…

This study tests whether a non-invasive electrical stimulation applied to the back can boost the benefits of walking therapy for people with incomplete spinal cord injury. 18 adults with chronic spinal cord injury will receive either real or fake stimulation during their walking …

This study tests whether listening to special audio fairy tales before sleep can improve speech, motor skills, and independence in a child with autism and central auditory processing disorder. The child stays at home with their mother, avoiding clinic stress. Early results from t…

This study tests a special bed called SuPerSense that senses how a person lies on it and gives feedback to help improve posture and balance. People with Parkinson's disease who have trouble with balance or posture will either do standard rehab exercises or use the smart bed plus …

This study compares two types of exercise—open kinetic chain (like leg raises) and closed kinetic chain (like squats)—to see which better reduces knee hyperextension in stroke survivors. Sixty adults who have had a stroke and can walk with some help will be randomly assigned to o…

This trial investigates whether combining two types of brain stimulation—intermittent theta burst stimulation (iTBS) and high-definition transcranial direct current stimulation (HD-tDCS)—can reduce negative symptoms of schizophrenia, such as lack of motivation, social withdrawal,…

This study explores whether joining a weekly reading group can improve reading comprehension and communication confidence in adults with aphasia, a language disorder often caused by stroke. Participants read a book at home and then discuss it in a 90-minute group session each wee…

This study explores whether adding a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) to standard speech therapy can improve word-finding in people with aphasia after a stroke. The trial involves 50 adults who are at least six months …

This study investigates whether using a stress ball during port catheter needle changes can reduce pain, anxiety, and improve satisfaction in cancer patients. Fifty adult oncology patients will be randomly assigned to either use a stress ball or receive standard care. The goal is…

This study tests a new functional drink made with chicory inulin, B-vitamins, and vitamin D to see if it can improve constipation and overall well-being in people with Parkinson's disease. About 56 participants will drink either the active supplement or a placebo twice daily for …

This study tests whether a 24-week physical therapy program can help people with multiple sclerosis become more physically active. Forty participants will receive tailored exercise support and education. The goal is to see if this approach is feasible and helps manage MS symptoms…

This study looks at whether pramipexole, a drug used for restless leg syndrome, can ease leg symptoms in women with X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD). About 24 women will take the drug or a placebo for two months. The goal is to see if it improves sleep, walking, and quality of…

This study tests whether smelling essential oils during skin surgery can reduce the unpleasant smell of burnt flesh from electrocautery and lower patient anxiety. About 111 adults having same-day skin procedures will be randomly assigned to receive either a real essential oil inh…

This study explores whether a new type of group therapy, based on Eastern cultural practices, can help people with anxiety disorders. Researchers will enroll 60 participants aged 15 to 55 to test the therapy's effects on anxiety symptoms. The goal is to see if this approach is bo…

This study investigates whether whole-body vibration (WBV) therapy, added to standard exercise, can improve balance, walking, thinking, and the ability to do two things at once in people with Parkinson's disease. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either low-freque…

This study tests whether a targeted nerve block (retrolaminar block) provides better pain relief after lumbar discectomy than the standard method of injecting pain medicine into the surgical wound. 130 adults having elective single-level herniated disc surgery will be randomly as…

This study tests whether alternating between high and low frequencies of deep brain stimulation (DBS) can improve walking and balance in people with Parkinson's disease. Twelve participants who already have DBS implants will try different stimulation patterns while their gait and…

This study tests whether a smartphone app that delivers cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help adults with social anxiety disorder. Participants use the app for 12 weeks, learning skills like cognitive restructuring and exposure exercises. The trial compares app users to a w…

This study looked at whether omega-3 fatty acids can reduce inflammation and improve mood in adults with treatment-resistant depression. Fourteen participants who were already on antidepressants but still depressed were randomly given either omega-3 supplements or a placebo for 1…

This study tests whether a dietary supplement called Dong'e Brand Ejiao Yuanjiang can help improve sleep quality. Researchers will enroll 66 adults aged 25 to 55 and track their sleep over 60 days using questionnaires and wearable devices. The goal is to see if the supplement lea…

This pilot trial tests a 15-week telehealth program called Surviving and Thriving in the Real World (STRW) for teens aged 14–18 with epilepsy who struggle with daily living skills. The program includes weekly caregiver-teen sessions and separate caregiver group meetings, all deli…

This study tests whether DHA, a key omega-3 fatty acid found in fish oil, can improve symptoms of autism in children and adolescents aged 5 to 17. Participants receive either DHA or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. Researchers also look at genes and urine markers related to DHA to u…

This study tests a short, high-dose form of brain stimulation called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) in 20 people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. The goal is to see if it is safe and acceptable, and whether it can improve cognitive problems like memory…

This study looks at whether aquatic therapy in a warm pool can help children ages 3-9 with conditions like cerebral palsy improve their swimming safety, arm function, and ability to do daily tasks. Children attend sessions twice a week for ten weeks. Researchers will measure chan…

This Phase 3 study tests whether nightly doses of CBD (75mg or 150mg) can reduce insomnia severity in adults over 8 weeks. Participants take capsules or a placebo, and researchers measure changes in sleep quality using a standard questionnaire and sleep efficiency. The goal is to…

This study tests a small implanted device that sends mild electrical pulses to nerves to relieve chronic pain from injury or surgery. About 89 adults with long-lasting pain in the back, shoulder, knee, or foot will either get the implant plus usual care or usual care alone. The g…

This study tests a modified whole brain radiation technique that avoids a specific area of the brain called the corpus callosum genu, which is important for memory and thinking. The goal is to see if this approach helps preserve cognitive function in people with brain metastases …

This study tests whether augmented reality (AR) games can improve walking and balance in children with cerebral palsy. Forty children will either do exercises wearing AR goggles or receive standard physical therapy. The goal is to see if the AR approach is more effective and enga…

This study tests whether a smartphone app called AIM+ can help juvenile justice officers and other professionals who work with youth in the legal system manage chronic stress, anxiety, and burnout. Over 30 days, participants use the app for short guided meditations and videos. Th…

This phase 2 study is testing whether fluoxetine, a widely used antidepressant, can reduce PTSD symptoms in 800 adults including active-duty service members, veterans, and civilians. Participants receive either fluoxetine or a placebo for 12 weeks, and researchers measure changes…

This phase 2 trial tests whether fasudil, a drug already used in Japan for blood vessel spasms, is safe and can help symptoms in people with early Parkinson's disease. 75 participants will take either fasudil or a placebo for 3 weeks. The study focuses on safety and tolerability,…

This study explores whether high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a practical and acceptable treatment for adults with ADHD. Researchers will recruit 30 adults diagnosed with ADHD to participate in a 14-week exercise program combining strength and endurance training. The goa…

This study tests whether an injection of hyaluronidase can reduce muscle stiffness and spasticity in the arm after a stroke. 56 adults with moderate-to-severe stiffness will receive either the study drug or a placebo, and later switch to the other option. The goal is to improve r…

This study tests an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program designed to help autistic adolescents aged 11-17 manage anxiety. The program, called LUNA-Adolescent, is parent-led and delivered online, making it easier for families who cannot access in-person therap…

This study tests whether adding monthly booster sessions to standard cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps people with chronic pain manage their symptoms better over 18 months. About 716 military health system beneficiaries with chronic pain will receive either standard CBT or…

This study tests whether adding personalized feedback to an online sleep program helps university students with insomnia. About 70 students will be split into three groups: standard online therapy, enhanced therapy with feedback, or a waitlist. The goal is to see if the extra fee…

This study tests whether daridorexant, a drug used for insomnia, can reduce PTSD symptoms in 200 adults, including active-duty service members, veterans, and civilians. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo for 12 weeks, and researchers track changes in PTSD severity …

This study looks at two ways to lower anxiety in children aged 3 to 10 who need surgical pins removed from an elbow fracture. One approach removes the pins right after the cast comes off, before an X-ray, instead of after. The other uses a virtual reality headset during the pin r…

This study investigates whether menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) can improve sleep quality in women going through menopause. Researchers will compare sleep in women who receive MHT to those who do not, using questionnaires and sleep diaries. The goal is to see if MHT can help wit…

This study tests an 8-week online stress management program for health students in Sfax, Tunisia. The program combines cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness meditation through videos, exercises, and motivational messages. Researchers will measure changes in stress, anxiety…

This study tests whether an accelerated form of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can safely and effectively reduce depression symptoms in people with major depressive disorder. About 50 participants aged 15 and older will receive the treatment in an open-label design. The …

This study tests whether a device that sends mild electrical pulses to the spinal cord (10 kHz SCS) can reduce pain and improve nerve function in people with painful diabetic neuropathy. About 143 participants will either get standard medical care alone or the device plus standar…

This study tests whether a device that plays brief, soft sounds during deep sleep can enhance brain wave activity in people with mild cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer's disease. Participants use the device at home each night for three months, with an optional three-month ext…

This study tests whether two non-invasive brain stimulation techniques—transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) and Transcranial Ultrasound (TUS)—can reduce chronic pain in people with diabetic neuropathy. Participants, aged 40 to 80 with foot pain lasting at least 6 months…

This study tests whether a short video and a 3-week text messaging program can help people who have recently experienced sexual assault. The goal is to see if these tools can reduce mental health problems like PTSD and prevent misuse of opioids and other substances. About 394 adu…

This study tests an oral medication called MM120 against a placebo in adults with major depressive disorder. The trial has two parts: a 12-week blinded phase followed by a 40-week open-label extension where everyone gets MM120. The main goal is to see if MM120 reduces depression …

This study compares a shorter therapy focused on guilt (TrIGR) to a standard PTSD therapy (CPT) in 160 U.S. Veterans. The goal is to see if TrIGR is no less effective at reducing PTSD, depression, and guilt symptoms. Participants are randomly assigned to one of the two treatments…

This trial explores whether spending time on a farm with animals and nature can help socially withdrawn young adults (ages 18–30) with autism spectrum disorder. Participants take part in supervised group activities on a farm twice a week for 12 weeks. Researchers will interview p…

This pilot study explores whether non-invasive electrical stimulation of the spinal cord, combined with hand and arm exercises, can improve upper limb function in people with multiple sclerosis. Participants use a home device with help from a partner over 8 weeks. The study focus…

This study tests whether a special therapy using sights, sounds, touch, and other senses can help people with moderate Alzheimer's think clearer, feel calmer, and behave better. It also looks at whether this therapy reduces stress for their caregivers. Twenty-four people aged 65 …

This study tests a web-based support program called Hospital GamePlan4Care for caregivers of veterans with dementia who are discharged from skilled nursing facilities to home. Fifty-five caregivers will receive either the program (website, emails, and phone coaching) or basic hea…

This pilot study tests whether stroboscopic vision training glasses can enhance visual and athletic performance in high school softball players. The glasses flicker between clear and opaque, briefly removing visual information to train the connection between eyes, brain, and body…

This study looks at whether a peer support program is acceptable and helpful for people with mild depression or anxiety who are starting or receiving hormone care. One hundred participants are randomly assigned to either the peer support group or usual care. The program includes …

This study tests a 9-week virtual group program that teaches mindfulness, yoga, nutrition, and self-massage to help people with chronic pain. It is being offered at Federally-Qualified Health Centers, which serve low-income patients. The goal is to see if the program can be succe…

This study looks at whether Behavioral Activation (BA) therapy can change the habit of repetitive negative thinking (rumination) in people with major depression. Up to 120 adults will receive 12 sessions of BA over 11 weeks. Researchers will measure symptom changes and explore wh…

This pilot study tests a mobile app called Brain CareNotes designed to reduce the burden on unpaid caregivers of people with Alzheimer's or related dementias who live in rural areas. About 60 caregivers will use either the Brain CareNotes app or a basic education app for six mont…

This study tests whether a parent-led therapy called Pathways can improve social skills in 80 toddlers (16-30 months old) who show early signs of autism. One group of parents learns a technique to encourage mutual eye contact during play, while the other group uses the same thera…

This pilot study is testing whether yoga-based movements, done online or in person, can help people with chronic migraine or cluster headache. Twenty adults aged 18-65 will participate. The goal is to see if yoga improves headache frequency, sleep quality, and overall well-being …

This study looks at how well a spinal cord stimulator works in real-world settings for people with long-term leg pain caused by diabetic neuropathy. About 500 participants will receive the implant and be followed for a year. Researchers will measure pain relief, quality of life, …

This study tests whether atogepant, a drug already used to prevent migraines, can also treat migraine attacks quickly. About 1300 adults with a history of migraines will take either atogepant or a placebo when they have a migraine, and then report pain levels and symptoms after 2…

This study tests whether adding home-based telerehabilitation via WhatsApp video calls to standard outpatient therapy improves hand function in people who had a stroke 1-6 months ago. Forty-eight participants will be split into two groups: one gets standard therapy plus daily 30-…

This study tests whether a simple ear acupressure technique, called auricular point sticking therapy, can reduce anxiety and improve sleep in women undergoing IVF. 178 women aged 20-45 with anxiety or insomnia will either receive standard IVF care or standard care plus ear acupre…

This small study tests a new treatment called TEST for people with depression that hasn't improved with standard treatments. TEST uses a lower electric current than standard electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), aiming to avoid memory and thinking problems. Eight adults aged 25-64 wil…

This study tests whether a directed massage technique works better than a classic symmetrical massage for people with long-term back or neck pain that hasn't improved with other treatments. Fifty adults aged 18 to 80 will receive both types of massage, and researchers will measur…

This early-phase trial tests whether inhaling a low dose of xenon gas can quickly improve depressive symptoms in 20 people with treatment-resistant major depression or bipolar depression. Participants receive either xenon or a placebo gas added to their usual treatment, and resea…

This phase 2 trial tests whether combining neurofeedback (a brain-wave training therapy) with the drug duloxetine can better relieve nerve pain caused by chemotherapy than either treatment alone. About 336 cancer survivors with persistent nerve pain will be randomly assigned to o…

This study tests a non-invasive light therapy called photobiomodulation (low-level laser) for people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy—nerve damage causing pain, tingling, and numbness in the feet. 36 adults with type 2 diabetes and foot pain for at least 6 months will receive …

This study tests whether wearing a virtual reality (VR) headset during dental treatment can reduce fear and stress in children with mild intellectual disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. Two hundred children aged 6 to 12 will either receive standard dental care or use a VR h…

This study tests a new virtual reality program designed to help adults with autism improve their social skills and daily functioning. 140 participants will either receive the VR training plus usual care, or usual care alone, for 3 months. Researchers will measure changes in socia…

This study tests whether giving first-time mothers online education about childbirth starting at 30 weeks of pregnancy can lower their risk of post-traumatic stress after delivery. Researchers will enroll 400 women and track their mental health through surveys at 6 weeks and 6 mo…

Many people with spinal cord injury struggle with slow bowel emptying and constipation. This study tests whether a small device that delivers gentle electrical pulses to the belly can speed up bowel movements and improve stool consistency. Twelve participants will use the stimula…

This study tests a new method called Strategic Treatment Assessment for Youth (STAY) designed to help racial and ethnic minority teens with depression or suicidal thoughts stay in therapy. Researchers will compare STAY to standard care in 140 teens aged 12-18 across three communi…

This pilot study tests whether one-on-one peer support sessions can help people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis stay on their prescribed medications. Sixty adults will be randomly assigned to receive either standard care or three hour-long sessions with a trained peer…

This study is testing whether a 6-month program of online exercise classes, guided meditation, and nutrition advice can improve thinking, sleep, and overall health in people with Parkinson's disease. 60 participants aged 40 to 85 will take part, with some starting the program rig…

This study tests whether two devices, used one after the other, can reduce pain and disability from temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Adults aged 22 and older with TMJ pain will receive four treatment sessions and be followed for three months. Researchers will measure chan…

This study tests whether photobiomodulation (low-level laser therapy) can reduce pain and disability in people with anti-MAG neuropathy, a rare nerve condition. Ten participants will receive 16 laser sessions over six weeks. Researchers will measure changes in disability, pain, a…

This study tests whether phentolamine eye drops can improve vision in low light for people who had laser eye surgery and now see glare, halos, or starbursts at night. About 200 adults will use the drops or a placebo every evening for two weeks. The main goal is to see if more peo…

This study tests whether personalized nutrition advice can improve nutrition, reduce stomach problems, and enhance quality of life in children with cerebral palsy. Fifty children aged 6 to 12 will be randomly assigned to receive either individualized dietary counseling or routine…

This study tests whether a pelvic floor massage technique (Thiele massage) can reduce pain during sex in women with chronic pelvic pain. It compares in-person treatment with guided self-massage at home via telehealth. The goal is to see if telehealth can be as effective as in-per…

This early-stage study tests whether psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) can safely help adults with long-term PTSD who are already taking antidepressants. Twenty participants will receive psilocybin, and some will also get trauma-focused talk therapy. The goal …

This study tests an oral medication called MM120 against a placebo in 245 adults with generalized anxiety disorder. Participants take the drug or placebo for 12 weeks, and those who complete may join a 40-week follow-up where everyone gets the active drug. The goal is to see if M…

This study tests a behavioral program called SWITCH that teaches people with serious mental illness (like depression, schizophrenia, or bipolar disorder) to set goals, use rewards, and build habits to do more activities outside the home. 52 participants will attend weekly online …

This study tests two different movement training methods—sprinter-style and skater-style—to see which better improves balance and coordination in people who had a stroke at least six months ago. Twenty-two participants will do 30-minute sessions three times a week for four weeks.…

This phase 3 study tests whether an oral medication called MM120 can reduce anxiety symptoms in adults with generalized anxiety disorder. About 214 participants will receive either MM120 or a placebo for 12 weeks, followed by a 40-week period where everyone can receive MM120. The…

This small early-phase trial tests whether a single oral dose of a hemp-derived CBD/CBD-A extract can reduce neuropathic pain and change brain activity in people with spinal cord injury. Six participants with moderate to severe nerve pain for at least three months will receive ei…

This study looks at the long-term safety of valbenazine for people with Huntington disease who have involuntary jerking movements (chorea). It includes 7 participants from Canada who were in a previous valbenazine study. Everyone gets the drug, and researchers track side effects …

This study tests a procedure called cryoneurolysis, which uses a small probe to freeze nerves in the foot and block pain signals. It is for adults with painful diabetic neuropathy who have at least moderate pain daily. Thirty participants will be randomly assigned to receive eith…

This study tests whether 3D printed custom insoles are better than regular ready-to-wear insoles at reducing foot pressure in people with diabetic neuropathy. High foot pressure can lead to ulcers and mobility problems. Twenty-two adults with diabetes and nerve damage will be ran…

This study tests whether injecting a dextrose (sugar water) solution around nerves in the neck can reduce PTSD symptoms like anxiety and brain fog. Twenty-four adults who have tried at least two medications and two non-drug treatments for PTSD will receive either the injection or…

This study tests whether a safe, painless brain stimulation technique called tDCS can improve verbal learning in people with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will compare active stimulation to a sham (fake) version in 90 participants with typical or language-based Alzheimer's. Th…

This study tests a single dose of an experimental drug called REGN7544 in 82 people with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). The goal is to see if the drug safely reduces the rapid heart rate that happens when standing up. Researchers will also check for side effect…

This study tests a single cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program designed to help veterans who struggle with both anxiety (including PTSD) and hazardous drinking. The goal is to see if treating both issues together improves their daily functioning and reduces symptoms better …

This study looks at whether auto-captioning glasses are easy and helpful for adults with NF2-related schwannomatosis who have hearing loss. Eighteen participants will use the glasses for 12 weeks and report their experience through surveys and interviews. The goal is to see if th…

This study tests whether a wearable light device can help improve sleep and daily rhythms in people with Alzheimer's who have sleep problems. Researchers will also use activity trackers and blood tests to better understand the disease. About 162 participants will try the light th…

This study tests whether adding cognitive training to balance and gait exercises helps people with Parkinson's disease improve their balance, walking, and thinking. Fourteen participants will undergo 12 sessions of combined training. The goal is to see if this approach eases move…

This study tests whether a unique music therapy, based on Traditional Chinese Medicine's five-element theory, can help men with depression and anxiety when added to their usual medication. One hundred male inpatients will receive either standard drugs alone, drugs plus regular mu…

This study tests whether a wearable headband that shines near-infrared light can improve depression and sleep in adults aged 60 and older with major depression. Participants will wear the device for up to 8 weeks, and researchers will track sleep, mood, and daily activity using a…

This study tests whether training early intervention providers in Reciprocal Imitation Training can help children with autism improve imitation and communication skills. The program involves 440 children and their caregivers, with providers learning simple strategies during play.…

This study tests two different therapies—digital mirror therapy and action observation therapy—to see which better improves arm movement and grip strength in children with hemiplegia (one-sided weakness). Forty-five children aged 6 to 8 will participate. The goal is to find a sim…

This study tests whether adding ketamine tablets to a new antidepressant can reduce depression symptoms faster in adults with major depression. Twelve participants will take four doses of ketamine over one week while starting a standard antidepressant. The goal is to see if sympt…

This study was designed to test whether a group therapy that uses basic communication skills common to all therapies can help people with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and stress. The therapy avoids specific methods like cognitive-behavioral therapy. The trial was withdrawn before a…

This study looks at whether pre-recorded yoga videos are as helpful as live online yoga classes for veterans with chronic pain. About 98 veterans will take part, first attending a 5-session primer, then practicing yoga for 12 weeks either on their own with videos or in a live VA …

This study tests whether a very low dose of naltrexone, a drug usually used for addiction, can reduce pain and other symptoms in people with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Forty adults with CRPS will receive either the drug or a placebo for six months. The main goal is to…

This study tests a toolkit designed to help employees with chronic pain feel more confident managing their condition at work and stay productive. Over 600 workers from around 30 UK organizations will either use the toolkit or receive usual care. Researchers will measure work abil…

This study compares virtual reality exercises to standard physical therapy for improving walking and balance in adults aged 60 and older. Thirty-six participants will either use a VR headset to play movement games or do traditional exercises like tandem walking. Researchers will …

This study tests whether simple distraction tools—a ShotBlocker device and a finger puppet—can reduce pain and fear in children aged 5 to 10 during blood draws. About 90 children will be randomly assigned to use one of these tools or receive standard care. The goal is to see if t…

This study planned to test whether automated music therapy could help manage agitation and sleep problems in people with severe Alzheimer's living in nursing homes. An actigraph would detect sleep issues and trigger music sessions automatically. The trial was withdrawn before any…

This study tests a new program called BRIDGES, designed with teens, to help young people with depression become more active at their own pace. The goal is to see if increasing physical activity can reduce depressive symptoms. The study will involve 60 adolescents aged 12-19 who a…

This study investigates whether foot massage using a roller can reduce nerve pain caused by chemotherapy in cancer patients. About 80 adults receiving certain chemotherapy drugs will either receive foot massage twice daily for three weeks or continue with routine care. The goal i…

This study looks at whether a 60-day nerve stimulation device placed near the back of the head can help people with stubborn headaches. Researchers will track pain levels, daily function, and how often participants need emergency care. About 300 adults with various headache types…

This study looks at whether special video games (serious games) that combine physical and mental exercises are a good value for managing Alzheimer's disease. About 136 people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's will either play these games with a therapist or receive usual care. Re…

This study aimed to see if a web-based self-help program called Deprexis could help orthopedic patients with major depressive disorder. The plan was to offer the 8-week online program to patients with depression and see if they would use it and if their mood and physical function…

This study tests whether daily exposure to different scents can retrain the sense of smell in 250 adults with smell disorders, including those from traumatic brain injury. Participants will use scented inhaler sticks at home and take smell tests before and after 12 weeks. The goa…

This study tests a telemedicine program called FOCUS that helps advanced cancer patients manage common symptoms like trouble sleeping, worry, tiredness, and low mood. The program uses counseling techniques delivered through a phone app. Researchers will enroll 120 adults with adv…

This study tests whether giving Botox injections early can reduce nerve pain that occurs after chest surgery (thoracoscopy or thoracotomy). Participants have had daily nerve pain for three months. The trial compares Botox to a placebo to see if it lowers pain intensity and preven…

This study tests whether a probiotic supplement called Neuralli® MP can help adults aged 18 to 50 who have autistic traits. Participants take two capsules daily and set their own personal goals to track progress. The trial is small and open-label, meaning everyone knows they are …

This study tracks a substance called 2-HG in the brains of people with a type of brain cancer (glioma) that has specific gene changes. By using special MRI scans over time, researchers hope to learn how and when these tumors become more aggressive. About 42 adults will have regul…

This study investigates whether changes in brain chemicals (GABA and glutamate) can predict who will respond to ketamine for treatment-resistant depression. Researchers will give two intravenous ketamine infusions to 18 adults and measure chemical levels in the brain and blood. T…

This study tests a special needle with a tiny tracking device inside, like a mini GPS, to help doctors find tumors that are hard to see on CT scans. About 3,900 adults with certain cancers or growths will have their biopsy or ablation procedure done using this smart needle. The g…

This phase II trial, called MATCH, is testing whether treating cancer based on the genetic makeup of a patient's tumor works better than standard treatments. Over 6,400 adults with advanced solid tumors, lymphomas, or multiple myeloma that have not responded to prior therapy are …

This study aims to better understand fatigue by comparing people who have felt tired for more than a month with those who are not fatigued. Researchers will use questionnaires, physical tests, and optional brain scans to identify different types of fatigue. The goal is to gather …

This study follows 68 people aged 12 and older who have ABCA4 gene mutations, which can cause vision loss from diseases like Stargardt disease. Over 10 years, researchers will collect blood and skin samples and perform detailed eye exams to understand how the disease progresses. …

This study tracks 80 adults with different smell disorders (like total loss, partial loss, or distorted smell) plus healthy volunteers over one year. Researchers use brain scans, smell tests, and questionnaires to see how the brain changes and how smell loss impacts mood and dail…

This study looks at how surviving a pediatric brain tumor affects thinking and behavior. Researchers will use brain scans to examine brain structure in children who have completed treatment. The goal is to better understand the long-term cognitive challenges these survivors may f…

This study aims to identify genetic, biochemical, and clinical factors linked to disease severity in people with Gaucher disease and other lysosomal storage disorders. Researchers will evaluate up to 1,000 participants, including patients, carriers, and healthy controls, to bette…

This study follows 110 people who previously took part in the AREDS or AREDS2 trials to see how age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts change over time. Participants get a yearly eye exam, including vision tests and eye photos, and may give a blood sample. The goal …

This study investigates whether advanced eye imaging and artificial intelligence can predict proliferative vitreoretinopathy (PVR), a condition that can cause retinal detachment surgery to fail. Researchers will analyze scans from 100 patients with retinal detachment, some with P…

This study follows 25 people with spinocerebellar ataxia type 7 (SCA7) for up to 5 years to learn how the disease changes vision, coordination, and thinking. Participants will have yearly eye exams, brain scans, and neurological tests. No treatment is given; the goal is to gather…

This study follows 250 people who had a type of stroke called intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) to understand why some experience progressive cognitive decline. Participants undergo advanced brain scans and tests of thinking and movement at 12–24 months after their stroke, with foll…

This study follows 125 people with Parkinson's disease or related conditions over two years. Researchers use special brain scans to measure changes in a chemical called acetylcholine, which is linked to walking problems, falls, and thinking skills. The goal is to understand how t…

This study looks at whether a large database of patient health records (Truveta) can be used as a control group for a glioblastoma drug called BPM31510. Glioblastoma is a fast-growing brain tumor, and it is hard to run traditional placebo-controlled trials because the disease is …

This long-term study follows over 3,700 adults in Baltimore to understand why some people age healthier than others. Researchers are looking at how race, income, and neighborhood affect risks for diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and memory loss. Participants visit mobile he…

This study follows 35 children with CLN2 disease (a rare, severe brain disorder) who are taking cerliponase alfa (Brineura). Researchers will monitor for side effects and serious reactions over time. The goal is to better understand the long-term safety of this enzyme replacement…

This study looks at how silicone oil, used to repair detached retinas, affects the cells on the inner surface of the cornea. Researchers will measure cell density and shape changes in 40 patients at 1 and 3 months after surgery. They also want to see if any changes go away after …

This trial investigates whether measuring high-sensitive troponin, a protein released during heart injury, can predict heart complications in people undergoing surgery to open a narrowed carotid artery. About 527 participants will have their troponin levels checked before and aft…

This observational study will follow 2,500 adults with vision loss from nAMD or DME who are already prescribed aflibercept 8 mg by their doctors. Researchers will collect data from routine visits over up to 24 months to see how vision changes. The goal is to understand how well t…

This study looked at how sounds played during sleep affect brain waves and memory in children with Rolandic epilepsy. Researchers used brain scans (MRI, MEG/EEG) to understand which brain circuits are involved. The goal was to find new treatment ideas for this type of childhood e…

This study looks at whether people with flat feet (pes planus) are more likely to have piriformis syndrome, a condition that causes pain in the hip and lower back. Researchers will compare foot posture and pain in adults aged 18-65 who have piriformis syndrome with those who do n…

This study follows 154 people taking Epidiolex (cannabidiol) for seizures caused by Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, Dravet syndrome, or tuberous sclerosis complex. Researchers will monitor for signs of chronic liver injury and fibrosis over time using blood tests and liver scans. The go…

This Phase 1 study aims to understand how the body processes ketamine after a cesarean delivery, and whether it can help with postpartum depression and pain. Fifty participants will receive a low-dose ketamine infusion, and researchers will measure drug levels and side effects. T…

This study aimed to see if how well a person can fix their gaze relates to signs of active disease on eye scans in patients with age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) treated with antiVEGF injections. Researchers planned to follow patients for two years, measuring fixation qual…

This study was designed to look back at the health of people with Cushing's disease in Western France between 1990 and 2015. The goal was to find out how many patients went into remission and how many had their disease come back after their first surgery. However, the study was w…

This study tracks 56 follicular lymphoma patients to see how long their COVID-19 and other vaccine immunity lasts while they receive chemotherapy and maintenance therapy. Researchers will collect blood samples at several time points to measure immune responses. The goal is to und…

This study looks at how much of the multiple sclerosis drug ofatumumab gets into breast milk. About 24 women with relapsing MS who are breastfeeding and starting or restarting ofatumumab will provide milk samples. The goal is to measure drug concentrations, which may help guide f…

This study tests whether simple changes to electronic health records can help doctors prescribe fewer Z-drugs (like Ambien) for insomnia. About 444 primary care clinicians will be randomly assigned to receive either a default of only 10 pills for new orders, an alert suggesting a…

This study looks at two new ways to stage amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) based on key disease milestones. Researchers will check how well these systems work in 50 patients and see if adding a blood marker called neurofilament can improve tracking of the disease. The goal is …

This Phase 2 trial tests whether dichloroacetate (DCA), a drug that affects cell energy use, can alter tumor metabolism in people with recurrent glioblastoma. Forty patients scheduled for surgery will either receive DCA or no drug for one week before their operation. Researchers …

This study investigates how the brain processes speech sounds to understand language. Researchers will record brain activity from people with epilepsy or brain tumors who already have electrodes implanted for medical reasons. Participants listen to short speech sounds while their…

This study aimed to see if Alzheimer's disease affects the nerves in the gut, similar to what happens in Parkinson's disease. Researchers planned to take extra colon biopsies during routine colonoscopies from people with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and healthy individuals to compar…

This study compares three psychological treatments—CBT, ACT, and EAET—for adults with chronic back or neck pain. Researchers want to understand how each therapy works and which patients benefit most. 408 participants will receive weekly online therapy for 8 weeks and be followed …

This study looks at whether intensive computer-based brain exercises can improve memory, attention, and problem-solving in people who have had a brain injury. Thirty adults aged 25-65 with mild cognitive problems will train on a computer for 45-60 minutes a day, five days a week,…

This study tests a short guide called the 'Jumpstart Guide' to help doctors have better conversations with dementia patients and their families about healthcare goals. Over 1,800 patients and their caregivers are taking part. Researchers will compare whether those whose doctors u…

This study is creating a learning healthcare system for OnTrackNY, a program that helps young people (ages 16-30) who have recently experienced psychosis. Researchers will collect data and feedback from participants, families, and clinicians to continuously improve care. The goal…

This study investigates how the brain's emotion network works by recording brain activity directly from the surface of the brain in people with epilepsy who are already undergoing surgery for seizure monitoring. Participants watch short video clips designed to trigger emotions li…

This study aims to improve how doctors test for autonomic failure, a condition where the body's automatic functions like blood pressure control don't work properly. Researchers will use advanced imaging, sweat tests, and skin biopsies in up to 89 adults with Parkinson's disease, …

This study tracks 130 adults with PTSD from childhood trauma as they undergo Cognitive Processing Therapy. Researchers will measure brain activity, genetics, and behavior before and after treatment to understand how recovery happens. The goal is to uncover biological markers of P…

This study, called PLINTH, is a feasibility trial for adults who had a stroke from a brain hemorrhage. Researchers want to know if patients and doctors would accept a future platform trial, and how to design it to be inclusive and efficient. About 169 participants will watch an i…

This study investigates factors that may influence cognitive skills—like memory, attention, and problem-solving—in women diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Researchers will assess thinking abilities using a detailed cognitive test and measure how fibromyalgia affects daily life. The go…

This study explores how women with fibromyalgia experience pain using a smartphone app with animations and body maps. Participants will describe their pain by choosing and adjusting animations that match their sensations. The goal is to find better ways to measure pain quality an…

This study surveys over 21,000 nurses at Mayo Clinic to measure levels of moral distress, moral injury, and post-traumatic stress. Participants fill out questionnaires about their experiences and well-being. The goal is to understand how these issues vary by work setting, special…

This long-running study follows nearly 100,000 French women, mostly teachers, since 1990 to understand what factors influence their risk of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and other major illnesses. Participants fill out questionnaires every few years about their lifestyle, medi…

This study looks at how vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) affects the nervous system, heart, immune system, and metabolism in people who already have a VNS device for epilepsy or depression. Researchers will measure things like nerve activity, blood pressure, and heart rate during di…

This study looks at how childhood abuse and neglect change the brain in women with PTSD or dissociative identity disorder. Researchers will use MRI scans and cognitive tests to measure brain activity related to attention, emotions, and feelings of detachment. The goal is to bette…

This study looks at how adults at risk for Alzheimer's disease react after learning their amyloid and tau biomarker test results. Researchers will track changes in distress, stigma, quality of life, and future planning over time. The goal is to understand the psychological and be…

This study compares two programs for parents of teens and young adults (ages 11-27) with intellectual or developmental disabilities. One program teaches parents how to advocate for their child's health, while the other connects them with other parents for shared learning. Researc…

This study was designed to see if giving a short, mild electrical stimulation to compressed nerves during surgery could speed up recovery of strength and function. It planned to include people with nerve compression in the spine or limbs who were already scheduled for decompressi…

This study tests whether a newer, less invasive heart-lung machine (MiECC) reduces brain swelling and stroke risk compared to the standard machine used during open heart surgery. Researchers will measure optic nerve sheath diameter (a marker of brain pressure) and track strokes o…

This study investigates whether a simple blood test can help diagnose and monitor low-grade gliomas, a type of slow-growing brain tumor. Researchers will collect blood samples from 50 patients undergoing brain surgery to look for circulating tumor cells and other markers. The goa…

This study follows 20,000 healthy Chinese adults aged 40-75 living at various altitudes to see if chronic low oxygen levels increase the risk of multiple system atrophy (MSA), a rare and fatal brain disease. Participants undergo checkups and overnight oxygen monitoring, then are …

This study was designed to see if cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) could help teenagers with ADHD who also have trouble sleeping. It planned to enroll adolescents aged 11-18 with both ADHD and insomnia. However, the trial was withdrawn before any participants wer…

This study follows people with advanced dry age-related macular degeneration who previously received a one-time injection of the experimental treatment VOY-101. Researchers are monitoring participants over the long term to check for any side effects related to the treatment. The …

This study looks at e-cigarette use among 500 teenage and young adult cancer survivors and tests a text-message based program to help them quit. Researchers will also interview patients and healthcare providers to find the best ways to offer this support in oncology clinics. The …

This observational study tracks 5,000 people taking common blood thinners (like rivaroxaban or apixaban) or antiplatelet drugs (like aspirin). Researchers regularly measure drug levels in the blood to see how they relate to clots or bleeding events. The goal is to find the best d…

This study was designed to compare decision-making skills between bipolar patients who had attempted suicide and those who had not. Researchers planned to use computer tasks and questionnaires to measure thinking patterns. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling any par…

This study follows 400 people with intermediate age-related macular degeneration (AMD) for about 3 years. Researchers watch how the disease advances to more severe stages and test if measuring the loss of light-sensing cells in the eye can be a useful way to track the disease. No…

This study tests whether a special MRI scan, called DSC-MRI, can measure blood flow changes in brain tumors to predict if the drug bevacizumab is working early in treatment. Researchers will scan 146 patients with recurrent glioblastoma before and two weeks after starting the dru…

This natural history study follows 259 children, adolescents, and adults with Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) for up to 10 years. Researchers will track tumor growth, monitor quality of life, and perform genetic testing to better understand how the disease changes over time. The g…

This study aims to find the genes that cause inherited hearing loss by analyzing DNA from 24,000 people in large Pakistani families. Researchers will compare affected and unaffected family members to identify new deafness genes. The goal is to improve genetic testing and counseli…

This study aims to find genes that may increase the risk of developing bipolar disorder. Researchers are collecting DNA and health information from 4,185 adults to understand the genetic causes of the condition. The goal is to improve diagnosis and treatment in the future, but th…

This study tracks a protein called neurofilament light chain in the blood of 342 people who carry genetic mutations linked to frontotemporal dementia (FTD). Participants provide blood samples every three months for three years, often from home. The goal is to see if this biomarke…

This study looks at American Indians with type 2 diabetes who had early kidney disease and took a drug called losartan years ago. Researchers want to see if the benefits of that treatment still help protect their kidneys today. About 141 people who were in the earlier study or th…

This study aims to identify biomarkers—biological clues in the body—that can help distinguish between Parkinson's disease and similar conditions like progressive supranuclear palsy and multiple system atrophy. Researchers will follow people with early-stage parkinsonism and healt…

This study aims to uncover the genetic and environmental factors behind autism spectrum disorders (ASD), including autism, Asperger's syndrome, and PDD. Researchers will analyze gene expression in 240 participants aged 18 months and older who have an ASD diagnosis. The goal is to…

This study follows over 1,500 young adult survivors of childhood cancers like leukemia, brain tumors, and Hodgkin lymphoma to see how frailty—a measure of physical weakness and vulnerability—changes over five years. Researchers want to know if frailty can predict future chronic h…

This study looks at how caffeine is processed in newborns with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), a brain injury caused by lack of oxygen, who are receiving cooling therapy. Researchers will test different doses of caffeine in 16 babies to find the safest and most effective a…

This study follows 2,500 people aged 10 and older with depression or bipolar depression over 10 years. Researchers collect data on symptoms, brain scans, genetics, and lifestyle to find patterns that predict how someone will respond to different treatments. No experimental drugs …

This study looks at how cancer and its treatment impact social and emotional development in children aged 4 to 6. About 119 children with brain or solid tumors will complete questionnaires and tasks to measure social skills, thinking abilities, and play behavior. The goal is to u…

This study uses MRI scans to look at the brains of children and adults with conditions like ADHD, autism, schizophrenia, and endocrine disorders, as well as healthy volunteers. Researchers aim to compare brain anatomy and function across different groups and ages. The goal is to …

This study screens children and teens with advanced solid tumors, lymphomas, or histiocytic disorders to find genetic changes in their cancer cells. Participants undergo biopsies and scans to identify mutations that can be targeted by specific drugs. The goal is to see if matchin…

This study looks at how children with cancer and their parents handle the emotional challenges of the disease. Instead of focusing only on negative effects like posttraumatic stress, researchers also explore positive changes, such as personal growth. The study compares these fami…

This study looks at how many women with multiple sclerosis (MS) use the drug interferon-beta during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy in Finland and Sweden. Researchers want to know if there are enough cases to study whether the drug affects pregnancy outcomes like bir…

This study compares stainless steel and titanium-molybdenum alloy wires for moving canine teeth in people with braces. Sixteen participants will have one type of wire on each side of their upper jaw to see which works better. The goal is to find out which wire moves teeth more ef…

This study investigates how genetic, lifestyle, and biological factors relate to memory and thinking problems in people over 60 with Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, or mild cognitive impairment. Researchers will use brain scans, spinal fluid and blood tests, and data fr…

This study investigates whether patients with pre-existing endothelial dysfunction (damage to the inner lining of blood vessels) are more likely to develop vasoplegia (a dangerous drop in blood pressure) after cardiac surgery using a heart-lung machine. Researchers will measure v…

This study tests whether a single evening yoga session can improve sleep and heart health in adults aged 18–40, both those with insomnia and healthy sleepers. Participants will try a moderate-intensity vinyasa yoga session, a gentle yoga session, and a quiet rest period on separa…

This study tests new radio frequency coils for MRI scanners to see if they can produce better images in children, including those with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Researchers will check for side effects like heating and discomfort, and measure image quality. The goal is to impro…

This study aims to create a tool that predicts which patients with inflammatory rheumatic diseases (like rheumatoid arthritis, vasculitis, or polymyalgia rheumatica) will develop serious side effects from long-term steroid use. Researchers will collect routine medical data—such a…

This study follows 600 mentally ill offenders in Italy and California over three years to compare two very different treatment systems. Italy uses community-based care, while California relies on long-term hospital stays. Researchers will track violence, recovery, and functioning…