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Nervous system disorder
MONDO:0005071A non-neoplastic or neoplastic disorder that affects the brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nerves.
Also known as: disease of nervous system, disease or disorder of nervous system, disorder of nervous system, nervous system disease, nervous system disease or disorder, nervous system disorder, neurologic disease, neurologic disorder
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Brain cancer vaccine trial halted: what we know
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ TerminatedThis study tested a vaccine called VBI-1901 in 70 people with recurrent glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. The goal was to find a safe dose and see if the vaccine could boost the immune system against the tumor. The trial was terminated early, so results are limited.
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: VBI Vaccines Inc. • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could a common heart drug ease surgery risks for PTSD patients?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether taking propranolol, a beta blocker, before and after surgery can reduce complications like delirium, kidney problems, and pain in people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Participants are veterans scheduled for certain surgeries and will take th…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody cocktail takes aim at tough childhood cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested two lab-made antibodies, magrolimab and dinutuximab, together in 12 children and young adults whose neuroblastoma or osteosarcoma had returned or stopped responding to treatment. The main goal was to find a safe dose and watch for side effects. Resea…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare hunger disorder: drug shows promise in Long-Term trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether ARD-101 can safely reduce extreme hunger and food-related behaviors in people with Prader-Willi syndrome over 12 months. About 90 participants who completed a prior study will take the drug daily and visit the clinic regularly. The goal is to improve qual…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Aardvark Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cell therapy shows promise for tough-to-treat lymphoma
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests an experimental treatment called GLPG5101 for people with B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma that has come back or not responded to standard therapy. The treatment is a cell therapy made at the hospital. The study has two phases: first, finding the best dose with the fe…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Lakefront Biotherapeutics NV • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at deadly brain tumors
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial is testing a new treatment called CHM-1101 for people with a type of brain cancer (glioblastoma) that has come back or is getting worse. The treatment uses the patient's own immune cells, which are modified in a lab to recognize and attack tumor cells. The …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Chimeric Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cooling blankets tested to save newborn brains after oxygen loss
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested four different cooling treatments for newborns who suffered brain injury from lack of oxygen at birth. The treatments varied in how low the body temperature was lowered (33.5°C or 32.0°C) and how long cooling lasted (72 or 120 hours). The goal was to see which a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NICHD Neonatal Research Network • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Alzheimer's agitation drug safety trial ends early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested the long-term safety of AXS-05, a combination of dextromethorphan and bupropion, for treating agitation in people with Alzheimer's disease. It enrolled 139 participants who had completed earlier studies. The trial was terminated early, so the full safety picture…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug ALZ-801 tested Long-Term in High-Risk group
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at the long-term safety and effects of ALZ-801, a tablet taken twice daily, in 163 people with early Alzheimer's disease who have the APOE4/4 gene. Participants had already completed a previous phase 3 study. The goal was to see if the drug could slow cognitive …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alzheon Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could a common blood pressure drug shrink kidney tumors?
Disease control TerminatedThis pilot study tested whether propranolol, a beta-blocker, could shrink or stabilize kidney angiomyolipomas in people with tuberous sclerosis. Only 2 participants were enrolled before the trial was terminated, so the results are very limited. The goal was to find a less invasiv…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Robot suit helps kids with cerebral palsy take steps forward
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether a robotic exoskeleton could help children aged 6 to 12 with severe cerebral palsy improve their walking and motor skills. Participants used the robot for 45-minute sessions three times a week over six months. The trial aimed to measure changes in movemen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hunan Normal University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Experimental cancer therapy targets tough tumors with radioactive precision
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tested a two-step radioimmunotherapy combining GD2-SADA and 177Lu-DOTA in patients with recurrent or metastatic solid tumors, including small cell lung cancer, high-risk neuroblastoma, sarcoma, and melanoma. The goal was to assess safety and find the right …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Y-mAbs Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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5-Year Check-In on artery stenting for stroke prevention
Disease control TerminatedThis study follows 197 people who previously had a procedure called TCAR to treat carotid artery disease. Researchers will check for strokes, deaths, and whether the artery narrows again over 2 to 5 years. The goal is to see how well the treatment holds up over time.
Sponsor: Silk Road Medical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Tiny doses of avastin tested against laser for preemie eye disease
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a low dose of the drug bevacizumab (Avastin) against standard laser treatment for retinopathy of prematurity, an eye disease that can blind premature infants. Sixteen babies with severe disease were enrolled. The goal was to see if the drug could control the dis…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Jaeb Center for Health Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Gene therapy takes on deadly brain tumor
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests a new treatment called Temferon for people with glioblastoma, a fast-growing brain cancer. The therapy uses a patient's own blood stem cells, modified to deliver interferon directly to the tumor. Up to 27 patients with a specific genetic marker (unmethylated MGMT…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genenta Science • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New proton therapy aims to save eyes from removal in large melanoma cases
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested two different proton therapy schedules for people with large choroidal melanomas (eye cancer) that would normally require removal of the eye. The goal was to see if a gentler radiation schedule could control the tumor and avoid severe side effects, allowing pati…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can an extra shot boost COVID protection in autoimmune patients?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether an additional dose of a COVID-19 vaccine can improve immune protection in adults and children with autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and others who are taking immunosuppressive medications. Participants who had a we…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Gene therapy trial for rare childhood epilepsy halted after just one patient
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tested a single dose of CAP-002 gene therapy in children aged 18 months to 8 years with STXBP1 encephalopathy, a rare genetic brain disorder causing seizures and developmental delays. The study aimed to check safety and whether it could reduce seizures and improve skil…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Capsida Biotherapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could a blood pressure cuff boost stroke recovery? trial tests the idea
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether repeatedly inflating and deflating a blood pressure cuff on the arm (remote ischemic conditioning) could improve recovery in 458 people who had a severe stroke caused by a blocked artery in the brain. The goal was to see if this simple, non-drug treatmen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of University of Science and Technology of China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Experimental combo therapy shows promise in advanced cancers, but trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether injecting vidutolimod directly into tumors plus giving cemiplimab through a vein could shrink cancers that have spread. The trial included 77 people with several types of advanced cancer. Unfortunately, the study was stopped early, so we have less inform…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Seizure drug safety trial halted early for dravet and LGS patients
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at the long-term safety of soticlestat when added to standard seizure medicines for people with Dravet syndrome or Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. It included 352 children and adults who had already been in earlier studies. The trial was terminated early, so results ar…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Promising depression relapse prevention drug study halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether adding the drug aticaprant to standard antidepressants could prevent depression from returning in people with major depressive disorder who also experience a loss of interest or pleasure (anhedonia). The study enrolled 47 adults who had responded well to…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Experimental Artery-Directed chemo for rare brain tumors: tiny trial ends early
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested giving chemotherapy drugs directly into the brain's arteries to treat two rare types of choroid plexus tumors. The goal was to shrink the tumor before a second surgery. Only 1 person was enrolled, and the study was terminated, so we have very little …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Experimental cancer drug trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested a new drug called PF-07265807 in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that had spread. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for side effects. The trial was terminated early, so results are limited.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New combo tackles brain tumors in melanoma and kidney cancer patients
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a combination of two drugs, pembrolizumab and lenvatinib, in 18 adults with melanoma or kidney cancer that had spread to the brain. Participants had already received anti-PD-1/PD-L1 therapy. The goal was to see if the drug combo could shrink or eliminate brain t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Experimental cancer drug study halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested a new drug called PF-07284892, alone or with other medicines, in people with advanced solid tumors that had specific genetic changes. The goal was to find the safest dose and check for side effects. The study was stopped early, so results are limited…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New light therapy for brain cancer shows promise in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tested a light-activated drug called PD L 506 (5-aminolevulinic acid) in 17 adults with a type of aggressive brain tumor called glioblastoma that could not be fully removed by surgery. The drug is given by mouth and then activated by a laser inserted into the brain to …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: photonamic GmbH & Co. KG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for kids with tough cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a combination of an immunotherapy drug (nivolumab) and low-dose chemotherapy in children and teenagers whose solid tumors had not responded to standard treatments. The goal was to see if the combination was safe and could help control the cancer. The trial was s…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New pill for rheumatoid arthritis shows promise in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 study tested an experimental oral drug called BGB-45035 in 49 adults with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis who had not responded well to standard treatments. Participants received either the drug or a placebo to see if it could reduce joint pain and swelling. …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BeiGene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Can early speech therapy boost language in preterm babies?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested an early speech therapy program for children born very prematurely or with severe growth restriction. The program involved 10 to 20 sessions with a trained speech therapist from 6 to 24 months of age. The goal was to see if it could reduce language and communica…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Sud Francilien • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Brain bleed study halted: sodium Lactate's promise unproven
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to see if sodium lactate could improve blood flow in the brain after a severe type of stroke called subarachnoid hemorrhage. Only 3 patients were enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal was to measure changes in brain blood flow using a special scan…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Experimental NK cell therapy for blood cancers hits early hurdle
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested a new drug called SAR445514, which helps the body's natural killer (NK) cells attack cancer cells in people with multiple myeloma or light-chain amyloidosis that had returned or stopped responding to other treatments. The study was terminated early, …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Promising seizure drug study halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at the long-term safety of the drug NBI-921352 for people with a rare genetic seizure disorder called SCN8A-DEE. It was an extension of an earlier study, and participants took the drug alongside their usual seizure medications. The study was stopped early and on…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Neurocrine Biosciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Botulinum injection trial for arm spasticity halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether injections of MYOBLOC (botulinum toxin type B) can safely reduce muscle tightness in the arm and hand of adults with spasticity caused by stroke, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, or other conditions. The trial planned to enroll about 300 participants bu…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Solstice Neurosciences, LLC, a subsidiary of MDD US Operations, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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ALS drug trial halted: oral Edaravone's promise unfulfilled
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested an oral form of edaravone in 384 adults with ALS to see if it could slow the disease's progression over 48 weeks. Participants were randomly assigned to different dosing schedules. The trial was terminated early, and results are not yet fully available.
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanabe Pharma America, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Stroke drug study halted early: new dosing regimen tested in 17 patients
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to find the best dose of MCI-186 for people who had an acute ischemic stroke. It compared a new way of giving the drug (a bolus followed by continuous infusion) with the standard twice-daily dosing for 14 days. The trial was terminated early and included only 17 …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tanabe Pharma Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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ALS drug trial halted early: what we know about oral edaravone
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested two doses of oral edaravone in 202 people with ALS to see if it could slow disease progression. Participants were followed for up to 48 weeks. The trial was terminated early, so the full results are not available.
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanabe Pharma America, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Spine tumor bleeding study halted after just 4 patients
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a procedure called angiographic embolization (blocking blood vessels feeding spine tumors) before surgery could reduce blood loss during the operation. It included adults aged 18-75 with spine metastases that had moderate blood supply. The study was sto…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Can a daily injection reshape bodies of HIV patients?
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at whether tesamorelin (Egrifta), a daily injection that boosts growth hormone, can improve body composition in people with HIV who have excess belly fat (lipodystrophy). Six participants received the drug for up to 12 months, with researchers measuring liver fa…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Brain cancer trial halted early: can Memory-Sparing radiation help when tumors return?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase III trial compared two radiation strategies for cancer that had spread to the brain and returned in new spots after initial radiosurgery. One group received focused radiation only to the new tumors, while the other received whole brain radiation that avoided the memory…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: NRG Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Herbal supplement fails to show clear benefit in optic neuritis pilot
Disease control TerminatedThis small pilot study tested whether adding gypenosides (a herbal supplement) to standard steroid treatment could help protect the nerve at the back of the eye in adults having their first episode of acute optic neuritis. Ten participants were enrolled, but the study was stopped…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Anti-Inflammatory drug studied for PANDAS-Related OCD in kids
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested the anti-inflammatory drug naproxen sodium for treating obsessive-compulsive symptoms in children aged 6-15 with PANDAS, a condition linked to strep infections. The trial was double-blind and placebo-controlled, but it was terminated early after enrolling only 2…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Eye stroke treatment put to the test: can clot busters save sight?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether giving a clot-busting drug (tenecteplase or alteplase) within 4.5 hours of an eye stroke could restore vision. Eye stroke, or central retinal artery occlusion, is a blockage in the eye's main artery that often causes permanent vision loss. The trial aime…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital Tuebingen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Warming blankets and fluids tested to prevent hypothermia in C-Section births
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested different warming methods—like forced air blankets and warmed IV fluids—to prevent hypothermia in women having planned C-sections. Only 16 women participated before the trial was stopped early. The goal was to see which method best keeps mother and baby warm and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Brain pacemaker tested for untreatable schizophrenia
Disease control TerminatedThis pilot study tested deep brain stimulation (DBS) in 15 people with treatment-resistant schizophrenia who still had severe hallucinations despite medication. The device was placed in a brain area linked to schizophrenia to try to calm symptoms. The study was terminated early, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug trial halted early – no breakthrough yet
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested an experimental drug called SHR-1707 in people with mild memory problems or mild Alzheimer's disease. The goal was to see if it could safely reduce harmful protein clumps in the brain. The trial was stopped early, and it is not expected to cure the disease.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Hengrui Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Sound waves and drug team up against brain tumors
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested a combination of a drug called aminolevulinic acid (ALA) and focused ultrasound to treat recurrent high-grade glioma, an aggressive brain cancer. The study aimed to see if this sonodynamic therapy could safely damage tumor cells. Only 10 participants…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Nader Sanai • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New way to deliver chemo directly to brain tumors tested in small study
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested a single dose of the cancer drug temsirolimus, given directly into the brain's blood supply, for people with recurrent high-grade glioma (a fast-growing brain tumor). Only 5 participants were enrolled, and the study was terminated early. The main goa…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Nader Sanai • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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ALS drug trial halted early: did lithium fail?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 3 trial tested lithium carbonate against placebo in 88 people with ALS to see if it could improve survival and daily function. The study was terminated early, so the full results are not available. The trial aimed to find a treatment that slows the disease, but its ear…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Stichting TRICALS Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New cocktail of cancer drugs tested in desperate cases
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested combinations of the drugs bevacizumab and temsirolimus, sometimes with valproic acid or cetuximab, in 154 people with advanced cancers or certain non-cancerous but progressive diseases. The main goal was to find safe doses and look for any signs that…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New prostate cancer combo trial ends early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a new drug called exicorilant (CORT125281) combined with enzalutamide in men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. The goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. The trial was terminated early, so results are limited. It involved 39…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Corcept Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Can a gentler brain stimulation replace ECT for tough depression?
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at whether people with treatment-resistant depression who got better with electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) could switch to a less intense treatment called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to stay well. TMS is done in a clinic without anesthesia and has few…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Austin Messner • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Eye injection study for diabetes-related vision loss ends early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a single injection of avoralstat into the eye for people with diabetic macular edema, a condition that causes vision loss in diabetes. Only 3 adults took part before the study was stopped early. The main goal was to check safety and see if the drug might help re…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: BioCryst Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Statin study halted early: did high doses shield the brain during surgery?
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at whether taking high doses of statins for two weeks before carotid artery surgery could prevent memory and thinking problems after the operation. It included 31 adults with severe carotid artery narrowing. The study was stopped early, so the results are limite…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Old allergy drug may help repair nerves in MS patients
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether clemastine fumarate, an allergy medication, could improve eye movement problems in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). The trial planned to enroll 80 MS patients with a specific eye condition called internuclear ophthalmoparesis, but was terminated earl…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Amsterdam UMC, location VUmc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Hormone therapy explored for aggressive brain tumor
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase study tested whether natural progesterone, a hormone normally involved in pregnancy, could help control recurrent glioblastoma (a fast-growing brain cancer). Four adults whose cancer had returned after standard treatments received daily progesterone injections un…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Experimental drug RMC-5552 tested in recurrent glioblastoma – early trial ends
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested the drug RMC-5552 in 7 adults with glioblastoma that had returned after standard treatment. The drug works by blocking a protein called mTOR, which may help stop cancer cells from growing. The study aimed to find the safest dose and check for side ef…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Nicholas Butowski • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Continued EryDex treatment studied in rare neurological disorder
Disease control TerminatedThis study offered continued treatment with EryDex to 101 people with ataxia telangiectasia (A-T) who had finished a previous trial. The main goal was to monitor safety, including side effects and serious events. The study was terminated early, and it did not aim to cure the dise…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Quince Therapeutics S.p.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug TB006 safety study halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at the long-term safety of an experimental drug called TB006 (oloctinebart) in people with Alzheimer's disease. It included 119 participants who had either completed a previous TB006 study or were new to the drug. The study was terminated early, so the full safe…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: TrueBinding, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Could a repurposed drug tame seizures in adult dravet patients?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested the drug fenfluramine (FINTEPLA) in adults with Dravet syndrome whose seizures were not controlled by other medications. The trial was open-label and added fenfluramine to existing treatments. It aimed to see if the drug could reduce monthly seizures by at least…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Experimental triple therapy for advanced cancers shows early promise but trial halted
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested the drug plinabulin combined with radiation and immunotherapy in 19 people with advanced cancers (like lung, bladder, or melanoma) that had stopped responding to standard immunotherapy. The goal was to see if the combination was safe and could shrink…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Promising combo for HPV throat cancer hits snag: trial stopped early
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at adding two immunotherapy drugs (ipilimumab and nivolumab) to standard radiation for people with advanced HPV-positive throat cancer. The goal was to see if the combination was safe and could shrink tumors better than radiation alone. The trial enrolled 37 par…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug trial halted early: what happened?
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested a new drug, ADEL-Y01, in healthy volunteers and people with mild Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment. The goal was to check safety and how the drug moves through the body. The trial was stopped early, so results are limited.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Alzheimer's Disease Expert Lab (ADEL), Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Experimental pill for rare nerve disease shows early promise in tiny trial
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested the drug zanubrutinib in just 6 adults with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD), a rare condition where the immune system attacks the nerves. Participants took the pill twice daily for a year to see if it could prevent relapses. However, t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Brain bleed drug combo study halted after just one patient
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at whether adding the drug pioglitazone to a keyhole brain surgery (MIPS) could help people recover from a severe bleeding stroke. Only one person took part before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if the combination was safe and helped clear the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New stroke device trial halted early – too soon to tell
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a new device called Envi™-SR for removing blood clots in people having a severe ischemic stroke. The goal was to see if it works as well as devices already approved by the FDA. However, the trial was stopped early after enrolling only 12 people, so we don't have…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NeuroVasc Technologies • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Brain implant study aims to cut seizures in epilepsy patients
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a brain implant (deep brain stimulation) to reduce seizures in 29 adults with epilepsy whose seizures were not controlled by medication. Participants kept diaries to track seizure frequency over three years. The goal was to see if the device safely and effective…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: MedtronicNeuro • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Experimental immune therapy for childhood brain cancer shows early safety signals
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase study tested whether a personalized vaccine made from a child's own tumor could train their immune system to fight high-grade gliomas. The treatment involved giving back activated immune cells (T-cells) and dendritic cell vaccines after chemotherapy. Only 5 child…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Experimental Parkinson's drug talineuren put to early safety test
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tested the safety of an intravenous drug called talineuren (liposomal GM1) in 22 people with Parkinson's disease. The study was open-label and designed to find a safe dose, but it was terminated before completion. No conclusions about effectiveness can be d…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: InnoMedica Schweiz AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Monthly MS injection aims to halt disability progression
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a long-acting form of glatiramer acetate (GA Depot) given as a monthly shot to people with primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS). The goal was to see if it could safely slow down worsening disability. The trial was stopped early, but it involved 30 adult…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mapi Pharma Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New radiation technique tested for aggressive brain cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 3 trial tested two types of radiation therapy for glioblastoma, a fast-growing brain tumor. One group received standard 3D radiation, while the other got a more precise intensity-modulated radiation guided by MRI scans. Both groups also took the chemotherapy drug temoz…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Experimental cancer drug TNG908 tested in patients with rare gene deletion
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested an experimental oral drug called TNG908 in people with advanced solid tumors that have lost a gene called MTAP. The goal was to see if the drug is safe and can shrink tumors. The study was planned for up to 192 participants but was terminated early, so results a…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tango Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Depression drug aticaprant safety trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested the long-term safety of a drug called aticaprant when added to a standard antidepressant for adults with major depression. The trial planned to enroll 871 people but was terminated early, so the full safety and effectiveness data are not available. Researchers w…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Could a common cholesterol drug protect bones and hearts after spinal injury?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether the statin drug rosuvastatin, taken daily with supplements, could improve bone density and reduce heart disease risk in adults with long-term spinal cord injury. Only 8 people enrolled before the trial was stopped early. Participants received either rosu…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dr. B. Catharine. Craven • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New drug telitacicept tested for MS Flare-Ups
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tested telitacicept (RC18) in 8 people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis. The drug aims to reduce relapses by targeting B cells. The study was terminated early, so we have limited data on safety and effectiveness.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: RemeGen Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Hope dashed: drug trial for Post-COVID racing heart stopped early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a drug called IgPro20 (HIZENTRA) to see if it could help people with post-COVID POTS, a condition that causes a rapid heart rate and dizziness when standing. The trial was stopped early after enrolling only 16 adults. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: CSL Behring • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New steerable wire aims to simplify brain aneurysm repair
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a new steerable guidewire called SmartGUIDE for treating unruptured brain aneurysms. The wire has a bendable tip that doctors can control during the procedure, potentially making it easier to reach the aneurysm. Only 5 people took part before the study was stopp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Artiria Medical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New drug aims to stop relapses in rare brain disease
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested an experimental drug called RC18 in 178 people with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD), a rare disease that causes inflammation in the eyes and spinal cord. The goal was to see if RC18 could prevent relapses and slow disability. Participants had to …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: RemeGen Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Stroke patients taken directly to treatment may recover better
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether taking people with severe stroke symptoms directly to the angio-suite for clot removal, instead of first doing a CT or MRI scan, leads to better recovery at 3 months. About 120 adults aged 18-85 with severe stroke were randomly assigned to either direct …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Schizophrenia drug iclepertin safety checked in Year-Long trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at the long-term safety of a medicine called iclepertin in adults with schizophrenia who had already finished earlier studies. About 1,356 participants took iclepertin tablets once a day for one year, along with their usual schizophrenia medications. The main go…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Experimental drug TPN-101 tested in rare childhood brain disease
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a drug called TPN-101 (censavudine) in people with Aicardi-Goutières syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that causes severe brain inflammation. The trial enrolled only 4 participants and aimed to see if the drug could reduce immune system overactivity and check fo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Transposon Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug trial halted early after only 8 volunteers
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a drug called PrimeC in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. The goal was to see if it is safe and if it helps with thinking and daily activities. The study was stopped early and only 8 people took part, so results are very limited.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: NeuroSense Therapeutics Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Brain bleed drug trial halted early – what we know
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a drug called edaravone dexborneol (Sanbexin IV) in 80 people who had a brain bleed (intracerebral hemorrhage). The goal was to see if it is safe and helps recovery when added to standard care. The trial was stopped early, so the results are limited and more res…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Simcere Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Video game therapy for lazy eye shows early promise, but trial cut short
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tested a computer-based therapy called AmblyoFix for treating lazy eye (amblyopia) in 40 people aged 8 to 19. Participants either used the therapy for 90 minutes daily or wore a standard eye patch. The study was stopped early, and only 4-week data is available, making …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Eyesight Electronics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Experimental DME pill trial ends early after just one patient
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested a new oral drug called K9 for diabetic macular edema, a condition that causes vision loss in people with diabetes. The trial was stopped early and only enrolled one person. The main goal was to check safety and measure changes in retinal swelling and…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Michelle Abou-Jaoude • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Parkinson's drug trial halted: what we learned from UCB0599
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at whether taking UCB0599 early or later could slow brain changes in people with Parkinson's disease. It involved 428 adults who had already completed an earlier study. The trial was stopped early, but researchers measured brain scans and medication use over 18 …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: UCB Biopharma SRL • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Alzheimer's Tau-Targeting antibody trial halted midway
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested an experimental antibody called JNJ-63733657 in 523 people with early Alzheimer's disease. The antibody aims to clear tau protein clumps in the brain, which are linked to cognitive decline. Participants received either the antibody or a placebo by IV infusion. T…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Could an arthritis drug tame giant cell arteritis?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether adding anakinra, an anti-inflammatory drug, to standard steroid treatment could lower relapse rates in people with giant cell arteritis, a blood vessel disease. The trial planned to include 70 adults over 50 but was stopped early with only 30 participant…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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DMD drug tested in wheelchair users – but trial stops early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested the safety of golodirsen (Vyondys 53) in boys and men with Duchenne muscular dystrophy who can no longer walk. Only 2 people took part before the trial was stopped early. Participants received weekly IV infusions for up to 96 weeks, with extra follow-up. The goa…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Rare Disease Research, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New drug aims to tame hard-to-control seizures in rare mitochondrial disorders
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a drug called vatiquinone in 68 people with mitochondrial disease and epilepsy that doesn't respond to standard treatments. Participants were randomly assigned to receive either vatiquinone or a placebo for 24 weeks to see if the drug could reduce the number of …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: PTC Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Tiny MS drug safety study stopped early – no results yet
Disease control TerminatedThis was a very early Phase 1 study testing the safety of a drug called bryostatin in just 4 people with multiple sclerosis. Participants received multiple doses over 26 weeks. The study was terminated, meaning it stopped early, so we don't have clear results on whether the drug …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Robert Fox • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Experimental cancer combo shows early promise but study halted
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called nanrilkefusp alfa, which helps activate immune cells, both alone and combined with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab. It included 115 people with various advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The st…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: SOTIO Biotech AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Experimental IDH drug trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested a new drug, HMPL-306, in 42 adults with advanced solid tumors that have an IDH mutation. The goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. The study was terminated early, so results are limited and no cure is expected.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Hutchmed • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Experimental combo therapy for brain cancer shows promise in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a special type of radiation (pulse reduced dose rate) combined with the drug bevacizumab in 49 people with recurrent high-grade gliomas (brain tumors). The goal was to see if this combination could help patients live longer. Participants received radiation over …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Epilepsy drug study halted early: BHV-7000 shows limited promise
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether BHV-7000, taken alongside other medications, could reduce generalized tonic-clonic seizures in people with idiopathic generalized epilepsy. The trial was terminated early and enrolled only 27 adults aged 18-75. The main goal was to see how long it took f…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Biohaven Therapeutics Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Experimental drug shows promise for rare genetic disorder
Disease control TerminatedThis Phase II trial tested a drug called N-Acetyl-L-Leucine (IB1001) in 17 people with Ataxia-Telangiectasia, a rare genetic disease that affects movement and immunity. The study aimed to see if the drug could improve symptoms and slow the disease over time. The trial was termina…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: IntraBio Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise for Tough-to-Treat seizures in kids
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at the long-term safety of soticlestat, an experimental drug, in children and adults with severe forms of epilepsy like Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. Participants took soticlestat twice a day along with their usual seizure medicines. The study was…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New drug combo targets brain metastases in advanced cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a combination of two drugs, bintrafusp alfa and pimasertib, in people whose cancer had spread to the brain. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if the treatment could slow or stop the cancer from growing. The trial was stopped early after enrolling only…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Brain steroid injection tested for Alzheimer's – but trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis early study tested a weekly injection of allopregnanolone, a natural brain steroid, in 6 people with early Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment. The goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. The trial was terminated early, so we have limited information on…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Arizona • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Cancer drug imatinib tested for rare eye melanoma – but trial stops early
Disease control TerminatedThis phase II trial tested the drug imatinib in 13 adults with metastatic ocular melanoma, a rare eye cancer that has spread. The goal was to see if imatinib could stop tumor growth for at least 3 months. The trial was terminated early, so the results are limited and it is unclea…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Fish oil fails to deliver in nerve damage trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether high-dose fish oil supplements could improve nerve function in people with prediabetes and early diabetic neuropathy. Researchers planned to enroll 40 adults aged 55–80, but the trial was terminated early with only 31 participants. Participants took eith…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Tailored cancer cocktail tested for tough childhood tumor
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tested a personalized approach for children with relapsed or hard-to-treat neuroblastoma. Doctors used a tumor biopsy to find genetic changes and then assigned a combination of targeted drugs (ceritinib and ribociclib) to match those changes. The study was terminated e…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Yael P Mosse • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Targeted pill shows promise for rare lung cancer, but trial stopped early
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 3 study tested a new drug called pralsetinib against standard chemotherapy for people with a specific type of advanced lung cancer that has a RET gene fusion. The goal was to see if pralsetinib could better delay cancer growth. The trial was terminated early, so full r…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Experimental kidney cancer drug trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tested a new drug called DFF332, which targets a protein (HIF2α) that helps some cancers grow. The study included 40 adults with advanced clear cell renal cell carcinoma or other cancers with specific gene changes. DFF332 was tested alone and in combination…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Weekly Finger-Prick test may keep elderly patients safer on blood thinners
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether checking blood clotting levels every week with a small finger-prick device is better than the usual monthly lab test for elderly nursing home residents on blood thinners. The goal was to see which method keeps patients in the safe therapeutic range longe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Migraine drug ajovy put to the test for better sleep
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at whether fremanezumab (Ajovy), an FDA-approved monthly injection for migraine prevention, could also improve sleep in people with migraines. Researchers planned to track 22 participants over 4 months, comparing their migraine days and sleep quality before and …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug extension trial halted early — what we know
Disease control TerminatedThis study gave Alzheimer's patients who had already completed earlier XPro1595 trials an extra 55 to 74 weeks of the drug to check long-term safety and effects on memory and brain health. Only 11 people took part, and the trial was terminated early, so the findings are limited. …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Inmune Bio, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Experimental drug BVD-523 tested for rare eye cancer, but trial stopped early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a drug called BVD-523 (Ulixertinib) in 13 people with advanced uveal melanoma, a rare eye cancer that has spread. The drug works by blocking certain proteins that help cancer grow. The trial was terminated early, so results are limited and it's unclear how well …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Brain tumor drug trial halted before results
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested the drug cabozantinib in 19 people with a severe type of brain tumor (grade IV astrocytic tumors) that had come back after initial treatment. The goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors or slow progression. However, the company stopped the trial early fo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Exelixis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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OCD drug trial halted early: what happened with troriluzole?
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at the long-term safety of a drug called troriluzole for people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) who hadn't improved enough with standard treatments. The trial planned to enroll 772 participants but was terminated early. The main goal was to check for si…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Experimental brain tumor combo shows promise but trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a new drug called zotiraciclib (TG02) combined with the standard chemotherapy temozolomide in adults with recurrent anaplastic astrocytoma or glioblastoma. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if the combination worked better than temozolomide alone. The…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug AL002 safety trial ends early
Disease control TerminatedThis study was a long-term extension of an earlier trial, testing the safety and tolerability of AL002 in 197 people with early Alzheimer's disease. Participants received the drug by IV infusion. The trial was terminated, meaning it stopped before completion, so the full safety a…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Alector Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Early safety trial of ION269 for Alzheimer's in down syndrome ends after just one participant
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested a drug called ION269 in adults with Down syndrome who also showed signs of Alzheimer's disease. The goal was to check if the drug was safe and tolerable when injected into the spinal fluid. Only one person took part, and the study was stopped early, …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Melatonin trial for MS halted early – what we know
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether adding melatonin to the standard drug ocrelizumab could safely slow disability in people with progressive primary multiple sclerosis. The trial was terminated early, so results are limited. Participants were adults aged 18–65 with this type of MS.
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fundación Pública Andaluza para la gestión de la Investigación en Sevilla • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Virtual coaching for toddlers with autism shows promise but trial cut short
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a completely virtual early intervention program for toddlers with autism, using telehealth coaching to help parents embed learning into daily activities. Researchers planned to enroll 240 children from eight US regions, but the trial was terminated early with on…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Experimental cancer drug tested in rare tumors, but trial stopped early
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tested the drug guadecitabine (SGI-110) in people aged 12 and older with rare cancers like wild-type GIST, pheochromocytoma, paraganglioma, and HLRCC-related kidney cancer that had not responded to other treatments. Participants received daily injections for 5 …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Epilepsy drug study for kids halted early: what we know
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at the long-term safety of a drug called NBI-827104 in children with a rare epilepsy that causes seizures during sleep. The trial was stopped early and only enrolled 19 children, so the results are limited. The main goal was to see how many children had serious …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Neurocrine Biosciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Hearing loss pill tested on police officers fizzles out
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether the epilepsy drug zonisamide could prevent hearing damage in police officers after shooting range training. Only 3 people enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce hearing loss measured by hearing tests and…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Experimental CAR t therapy for severe muscle weakness hits early hurdle
Disease control TerminatedThis early trial tested an experimental drug called HN2301, a type of CAR T cell therapy made inside the body, for people with refractory myasthenia gravis — a condition causing severe muscle weakness that doesn't respond well to standard treatments. The study planned to enroll 9…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shenzhen MagicRNA Biotechnology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New program aims to improve dental care in schizophrenia patients
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a dental health education program for people with schizophrenia to see if it could improve their oral hygiene and quality of life. Participants were randomly assigned to either the education program or standard monitoring. The study lasted 12 months and included…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Steroid trial for brain injury halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to see if the steroid dexamethasone could help people with traumatic brain injury who had brain contusions and swelling. It planned to enroll 600 adults, giving them a short course of dexamethasone or a placebo. The main goal was to measure recovery using the Gla…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Jon Pérez Bárcena • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Promising cancer combo trial halted after just 2 patients
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase study tested a radioactive drug called 225Ac-SSO110 combined with standard immune checkpoint inhibitors for people with advanced small cell lung cancer or Merkel cell carcinoma. The goal was to check safety and find the right dose. However, the trial was terminat…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ariceum Therapeutics GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New combo approach for schizophrenia shows promise in small early study
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a combination of long-acting injectable antipsychotic medication and cognitive/functional skills training in people with early schizophrenia. The goal was to see if this approach helps patients achieve stable symptom remission and improve daily functioning. Only…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New immunotherapy attempts to fight childhood brain cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested a new immunotherapy approach for children whose ependymoma (a type of brain tumor) had come back after standard treatment. The therapy combined a peptide vaccine designed to train the immune system to attack tumor cells with a skin cream (imiquimod) …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: James Felker • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Gut bacteria swap explored as MS treatment in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase study tested whether a fecal transplant from a healthy donor could be safe and affect the immune system in people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis. Only 5 participants were enrolled before the study was stopped. The goal was to see if changing gut bact…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jeffrey Gelfand • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Virus therapy fails to advance in colorectal cancer trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a new approach using a virus that attacks cancer cells (oncolytic immunotherapy) along with two standard drugs (atezolizumab and bevacizumab) in people with advanced colorectal cancer that had stopped responding to other treatments. The trial was stopped early a…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Replimune, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Experimental vaccine combo for rare adrenal cancers shows early promise but trial halted
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested a new therapeutic vaccine (EO2401) combined with the immunotherapy drug nivolumab in 70 people with advanced adrenocortical carcinoma or malignant pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma. The goal was to see if the combination is safe and can shrink tumors or…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Enterome • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Experimental Friedreich's ataxia drug tested in kids – but trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tested a drug called nomlabofusp (CTI-1601) in 18 adolescents and children with Friedreich's ataxia, a rare genetic disease that affects movement and coordination. The goal was to check safety and how the body processes the drug. However, the study was term…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Larimar Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Gene therapy shot for dry AMD shows promise in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a single injection of a gene therapy called GT005 in 98 people with geographic atrophy, an advanced form of dry age-related macular degeneration that causes vision loss. The goal was to see if the treatment could slow the growth of damaged areas in the eye and c…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gyroscope Therapeutics Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Hope fades: trial of Tay-Sachs drug venglustat terminated early
Disease control TerminatedThis Phase 3 trial tested an oral drug called venglustat in 75 adults and children with late-onset Tay-Sachs or Sandhoff disease, rare genetic disorders that cause progressive nerve damage. The drug aimed to lower toxic fat buildup in the brain and slow disease worsening. However…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Genzyme, a Sanofi Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Gene therapy shot for dry AMD shows promise but trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a single injection of GT005, a gene therapy, in 255 people with geographic atrophy from dry age-related macular degeneration. The goal was to see if it could slow the growth of blind spots in the eye. The trial was terminated early, so we have less data than hop…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gyroscope Therapeutics Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Experimental gene injection targets dry AMD
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tested a gene therapy called GT005 for dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss. The therapy delivers a working gene to the retina via a single injection. The study enrolled 56 people and focused on safety and dosing, but w…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gyroscope Therapeutics Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Brain aneurysm device study halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at a device called the Pipeline Flex Embolization Device with Shield Technology to treat ruptured brain aneurysms that are hard to fix with surgery or coils. The goal was to see if it could safely block the aneurysm and prevent rebleeding. The study was stopped …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medtronic Neurovascular Clinical Affairs • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Engineered virus takes on Hard-to-Treat melanoma
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tested a modified virus (VSV-IFNbetaTYRP1) in 12 patients with advanced melanoma that had spread or could not be removed by surgery. The virus was designed to infect and kill melanoma cells while also boosting the immune system's attack. The main goals were…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Gene therapy zolgensma tested in kids with SMA who can sit but not stand
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 1 trial tested a gene therapy called AVXS-101 (Zolgensma) in 32 children with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) who could sit but not stand or walk. The therapy delivers a working SMN gene via a spinal injection to help improve muscle function. The study focused on safety …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novartis Gene Therapies • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Cancer drug combo trial for kids halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested a combination of two drugs, niraparib and dostarlimab, in children and teens (ages 6 months to 17 years) with solid tumors that had come back or were not responding to treatment. The goal was to find a safe dose and see if the drugs could shrink tumo…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Experimental virus gets a second shot at brain tumors
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested the safety of giving a second dose of an experimental virus (C134) directly into the brain tumor of patients whose malignant glioma had returned. Only one patient was enrolled before the study was stopped. The goal was to see if repeat dosing was safe and tolera…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Neurodegenerative drug study ends early after only 17 participants
Disease control TerminatedThis study was designed to let people who had already taken latozinemab in an earlier study continue receiving the drug. Only 17 people took part, and the study was stopped early. The goal was to track safety and how long people stayed on treatment, not to test if the drug could …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alector Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Hope for genetic dementia: AL001 trial ends early
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 3 study tested a drug called AL001 in 119 people who carry a mutation in the progranulin gene, putting them at high risk for or already diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. The goal was to see if AL001 could slow the worsening of memory, behavior, and language probl…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alector Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Experimental gene therapy for rare muscle disease shows early promise but study halted
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a gene therapy called SRP-9003 for people with limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2E (LGMD2E), a rare genetic disease that causes muscle weakness. The treatment aimed to deliver a working gene to muscle cells to help them produce a missing protein. Only 6 peopl…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Promising combo trial for brain metastases halted after just 3 patients
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tested two immune-boosting drugs, tiragolumab and atezolizumab, with or without chemotherapy, in people with non-small cell lung cancer that had spread to the brain. The goal was to see if the combination could control the brain tumors and delay the need for radiation.…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Liza Villaruz, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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New cancer drug OC-001 tested in advanced tumors – trial ends early
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called OC-001, given alone or with the immunotherapy avelumab, in 73 people with various advanced or metastatic cancers (like lung, breast, and bladder cancer). The main goals were to check safety and how the drug moves through t…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ocellaris Pharma, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Liver drug trial halted after just 3 patients
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a drug called VS-01 for people with severe confusion caused by liver disease (overt hepatic encephalopathy). The trial planned to enroll many participants but was stopped early after only 3 people joined. Researchers wanted to see if VS-01 could help patients re…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genfit • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Vitamin-Like supplement tested for diabetic nerve pain – but trial stopped early
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested whether nicotinamide riboside (a form of vitamin B3 sold as Niagen) could help repair nerve damage in people with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes. Only 10 participants were enrolled before the study was terminated. The main goal was to measure changes…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Radioactive 'Smart Bomb' for tumours tested in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested a radioactive drug designed to seek out and destroy cancer cells in people with advanced solid tumours that had stopped responding to other treatments. The drug targets a protein called IGF-1R found on many cancer cells. The study aimed to find a saf…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Fusion Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Targeted drug pemigatinib tested in brain tumors with specific genetic markers
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tested the drug pemigatinib in people with recurrent glioblastoma or other brain tumors that have specific changes in FGFR1-3 genes. Participants took a daily tablet for two weeks followed by one week off. The study aimed to see if the drug could shrink tumors,…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Incyte Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Promising combo for brain metastases hits early snag: trial ends after just one patient
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial aimed to see if combining three drugs (tucatinib, trastuzumab, and capecitabine) with precise radiation (SRS) is safe for people with HER2-positive breast cancer that has spread to the brain. Only one person enrolled before the study was terminated, so we h…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Baptist Health South Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Experimental radioactive therapy targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested a radioactive drug called 177Lu-FF58 in 24 people with advanced pancreatic, gastroesophageal, or brain cancer. The drug seeks out and attaches to specific proteins on cancer cells to deliver radiation directly. The main goals were to check safety, fi…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Experimental gene therapy aims to halt vision loss in rare blindness
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a gene therapy for retinitis pigmentosa, an inherited eye disease that causes gradual vision loss. The treatment involved injecting a corrected gene under the retina in one eye. The trial included 19 people aged 13 and older with a specific genetic defect. The m…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: eyeDNA Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Experimental cancer drug KZR-261 tested in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase study tested a new drug called KZR-261 in 61 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug could shrink tumors. The trial was terminated, but the…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Kezar Life Sciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug SPG302 safety study ends early
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to check the long-term safety and effects of a daily pill called SPG302 in people with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. It included 12 participants who had already been in a previous SPG302 study. The study was terminated early, so results are limited.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Spinogenix • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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ALS stem cell study halted after just one patient
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a single dose of STR04, made from a patient's own bone marrow stem cells, for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Only one person enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if the treatment was safe and could slow the disease, but no concl…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: New England Cell Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Experimental drug aims to supercharge radiation against glioblastoma
Disease control TerminatedThis Phase 2 trial tested a drug called ropidoxuridine, taken as a pill, to see if it could make radiation therapy more effective for people with a newly diagnosed, aggressive type of brain cancer (glioblastoma). The study enrolled 30 patients with a specific genetic marker (unme…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shuttle Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Stroke drug trial halted after just two patients
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to see if the antibiotic minocycline could improve outcomes after a stroke. Participants were to receive either standard care plus minocycline pills for five days, or standard care alone. However, the trial was stopped early after enrolling only 2 people, so no m…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Maimonides Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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ALS pill trial halted: what we know about SPG302's Long-Term safety
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at the long-term safety and effectiveness of a daily oral medication called SPG302 in people with ALS who had already taken part in an earlier study. The trial was stopped early, and only 16 people were enrolled. Researchers tracked side effects, suicidal though…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Spinogenix • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Huntington's drug safety study halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to see if the drug SAGE-718 is safe for people with Huntington's disease when taken over a long period. It was an open-label study, meaning everyone knew they were getting the drug. The study was terminated early, so results are limited.
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Experimental antibody trial for rare heart disease halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 3 study tested an experimental drug called birtamimab in 208 people with advanced AL amyloidosis, a rare disease where abnormal proteins damage organs like the heart. Participants received either birtamimab or a placebo, plus standard chemotherapy. The goal was to see …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Prothena Biosciences Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Bipolar drug study halted early – what we know
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at the long-term safety of a daily drug called BHV-7000 in people with bipolar I disorder. It involved 94 participants who had completed an earlier study. The trial was terminated early, so the full safety picture is not available.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Biohaven Therapeutics Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Tears may replace spinal taps for MS diagnosis
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tests whether a tear sample can diagnose primary progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) as accurately as a spinal tap. Currently, doctors need to collect spinal fluid to confirm this type of MS, which is invasive and uncomfortable. Researchers will compare proteins in tea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lille Catholic University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New scan aims to spot brain bleeding after stroke – but study stalls
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested whether a cone beam CT scan, done right after a stroke procedure called thrombectomy, could tell the difference between a brain hemorrhage and harmless contrast dye buildup. Only 5 adults were enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Virtual reality could spot eye nerve damage earlier than flashlight test
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested whether a virtual reality headset combined with machine learning can measure pupil reactions more reliably than the standard flashlight test for Relative Afferent Pupillary Defect (RAPD). About 71 adults with and without known RAPD took part. Researchers compare…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New PET tracer could spot hidden brain tumors in cancer patients
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested a special radioactive tracer (68GaNOTA-Anti-HER2 VHH1) to see if it can find HER2-positive brain metastases on PET/CT scans. Seven adult cancer patients with at least one brain lesion were enrolled. The goal was to compare tracer uptake in HER2-positive versus H…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New PET tracer aims to reveal hidden immune activity in tumors and arteries
Diagnosis TerminatedThis Phase II study tested a radioactive tracer called 68GaNOTA-Anti-MMR-VHH2 to see if it can light up certain immune cells (macrophages) on PET scans. The trial included 29 people with head and neck cancer, lymphoma, atherosclerosis, or sarcoidosis. The goal was to see if the t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New oral test could replace painful insulin injections for hormone diagnosis
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested a new oral drink (GS3-007a) to diagnose adult growth hormone deficiency (AGHD). It compared the drink to the standard insulin tolerance test in 120 adults suspected of having AGHD and healthy volunteers. The goal was to see if the oral test works as well as the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Changchun GeneScience Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New scan seeks inflamed plaques after stroke
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested a new imaging method to detect inflammation in fatty plaques that cause strokes. It involved 3 men who had a recent stroke and were scheduled for surgery to remove a plaque in their neck artery. The goal was to see if a special PET scan tracer could highlight in…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Baby brain scan could revolutionize hearing tests
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested a device called EarGenie that uses light to measure brain activity in babies while they listen to sounds. The goal was to see if it could accurately detect whether infants can hear and tell sounds apart. The trial included 10 normal-hearing babies aged 1-24 mont…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Bionics Institute of Australia • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Eye test may spot Alzheimer's early, study finds
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study explored whether a special eye scan (hyperspectral retinal imaging) can detect beta-amyloid, a protein linked to Alzheimer's disease, in the retina. Researchers aimed to see if this non-invasive test could distinguish people with Alzheimer's from healthy individuals. T…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Center for Eye Research Australia • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New eye scanner software could sharpen diagnosis of macular degeneration
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested a new software called AngioScan, used with an already-approved eye camera, to see if it can take better pictures of the back of the eye. Researchers looked at 150 patients with retinal problems like macular degeneration. The goal was to find out if the software …
Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Can your phone spot eye cancer? app tested for retinoblastoma
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested a smartphone app called CRADLE that uses a photo to detect leukocoria (a white glow in the pupil), which can be a sign of retinoblastoma, cataracts, or glaucoma. Researchers planned to compare the app's accuracy to a standard eye exam in children with these cond…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New screening tool could help spot hearing problems in kids
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study aimed to create and validate a screening tool for auditory processing disorder (APD) in children aged 7 to 13. The tool combines a parent and teacher questionnaire with a short set of hearing tests. The goal was to see if it could accurately identify children who need …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Breakthrough device aims to catch 'Invisible' hearing loss before It's too late
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested a new device called the CochSyn test prototype, which measures brain responses to sound to detect a type of hidden hearing loss called cochlear synaptopathy. The goal was to see if it could identify hearing problems earlier than standard hearing tests. The study…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Ghent • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Safer brain scans: no contrast needed for meningioma detection?
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested whether special MRI sequences (FABIR) can spot meningiomas without using gadolinium contrast dye, which can build up in the body after many injections. Researchers compared the new method to standard contrast MRI in 315 adults undergoing screening or follow-up f…
Sponsor: Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Neck-Worn swallow detector fails key test
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested a wearable device that sits on the neck to detect swallowing problems in people with conditions like stroke, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's, or dementia. The device was compared to a standard X-ray test. Unfortunately, the device did not meet the a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Société des Produits Nestlé (SPN) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Rapid brain tumor detection device tested in operating room
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested a new imaging device called cCeLL-Ex vivo that uses laser microscopy to quickly detect brain tumors during surgery. The goal was to see if it could diagnose tumors faster than the standard frozen section method, which takes 20-30 minutes. The study enrolled 285 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VPIX Medical • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Can a headband spot Alzheimer's? new study tests brain wave device
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested whether a wearable EEG device can help doctors diagnose Alzheimer's disease and mild cognitive impairment. Researchers compared brain wave data from the EEG with standard memory and thinking tests in 148 participants. The goal was to see if the EEG could improve…
Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Corn could be key to saving your eyesight
Prevention TerminatedThis study looked at whether eating corn rich in zeaxanthin (a natural pigment) could increase the density of the macular pigment in the eye, which may help prevent age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of blindness. Nine healthy volunteers aged 20-35 ate a dail…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Smart wheelchair cushion aims to stop pressure sores
Prevention TerminatedThis study tested a special seat cushion (GASPARD®) that measures pressure and sends alerts to a smartphone to help prevent pressure sores in people with spinal cord injuries. The trial included 134 participants who used manual wheelchairs. Unfortunately, the study was terminated…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Brain radiation for breast cancer: prevention study halted early
Prevention TerminatedThis study looked at whether giving radiation to the brain could prevent cancer from spreading there in people with HER2-positive breast cancer that had already spread to other organs. Participants were receiving trastuzumab (Herceptin) plus chemotherapy. The study was stopped ea…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Gum treatment may slow memory loss in seniors
Prevention TerminatedThis study looked at whether intensive treatment for gum disease (periodontitis) could prevent dementia in older adults who already have mild cognitive impairment and narrowed neck arteries. Participants received either standard dental care or deep cleaning and root planing. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Migraine prevention drug trial in kids halted early
Prevention TerminatedThis study tested a drug called SPN-538 to prevent migraines in children aged 6 to 11. The trial was a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, meaning some children got the drug and some got a placebo. However, the study was terminated early and only enrolled 26 parti…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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New Alzheimer's pill shows promise in Mid-Stage trial
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tests whether adding MK-1167 to standard Alzheimer's treatment can improve memory and thinking in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's dementia. About 350 participants will receive either MK-1167 or a placebo for 24 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in cognit…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hope for rare hunger disorder: new drug enters final testing phase
Symptom relief TerminatedThis phase 3 trial tests whether ARD-101 can reduce the intense, constant hunger (hyperphagia) seen in Prader-Willi syndrome. About 90 participants will take either ARD-101 or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. Caregivers will track changes in hunger-related behaviors using a standard…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Aardvark Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ginseng focus trial halted early – little to go on
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a single 200 mg dose of American Ginseng (Cereboost) could improve attention and brain function in healthy young adults aged 18-40. Participants completed cognitive tests and gave blood samples over 6 hours. However, the trial was terminated early and on…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of East Anglia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can osteopathy ease fibromyalgia pain?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether osteopathic care (hands-on manipulation) can help reduce pain in people with fibromyalgia. 32 participants received osteopathic treatments over 8 months, with a follow-up 3 months later. The goal was to see if this approach could improve pain and quality…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nerve block or antidepressant? study tests two migraine treatments Head-to-Head
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study compares two treatments for transformed migraine (chronic daily headache): a sphenopalatine ganglion nerve block using lidocaine gel applied inside the nose, versus daily oral amitriptyline (Elavil), an antidepressant often used for migraine prevention. Ten adults aged…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Tiny incision, big relief? ultrasound procedure challenges carpal tunnel surgery
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study compared a new, minimally invasive ultrasound-guided procedure to standard surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome. The goal was to see if the new technique could provide similar relief with a smaller incision and faster recovery. Only 7 people were enrolled before the stud…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ramsay Générale de Santé • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Brain zapping trial for Schizophrenia's 'Negative Symptoms' ends early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS could help reduce negative symptoms of schizophrenia, like low motivation and reduced facial expression. The trial enrolled 47 adults with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder and compared active…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Multitasking rehab for stroke walkers: hype or help?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether practicing walking while doing other tasks (multitasking) helps people recovering from a stroke walk faster than just walking practice alone. It included 26 adults who had a stroke within the past 6 months and had trouble walking. The trial was stoppe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Migraine drug for kids? trial cut short
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested the migraine drug lasmiditan in children aged 6 to 17 who have migraines. The goal was to see if it is safe and works for quick relief. The trial was stopped early, so the results are limited.
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can zoom workouts help kids with cerebral palsy get stronger?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a 12-week home-based resistance training program, supervised via telehealth, could improve strength and function in children aged 6–15 with cerebral palsy. Participants used elastic bands and weights during live-streamed sessions. The study aimed to see …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hunan Normal University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Nasal spray could replace needles for sickle cell pain emergencies
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a nasal spray containing a strong painkiller (sufentanil) for adults with sickle cell disease experiencing a painful crisis. The goal was to see if it could provide faster relief than the standard gas mixture (EMONO) before giving morphine through an IV. The tri…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could a nerve pain drug and exercise ease long COVID fatigue?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tests whether the drug pregabalin, alone or with a rehabilitation program, can reduce chronic fatigue in people with post-COVID syndrome. Participants are adults aged 18 to 65 who had COVID-19 at least six months ago and still feel very tired. The trial compares four g…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Geriatrics, Rheumatology and Rehabilitation, Poland • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app slow ALS decline?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a digital platform (m-Rehab) could help people with ALS who use non-invasive ventilation. The platform included educational content, remote monitoring, and video consultations. The goal was to see if it could slow the loss of physical function and improv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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No-Pill pain control: Opioid-Free approach after prostate surgery
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a combination of non-opioid medicines (ketamine, ketorolac, and acetaminophen) can control pain after robotic prostatectomy as well as standard opioid painkillers. Men aged 40-75 with prostate cancer were randomly assigned to receive either opioids or th…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Pain drug lyrica put to the test for rare limb condition – but trial stalls
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether adding pregabalin (Lyrica) to standard treatment could reduce pain and improve function in people with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) of the upper limb. Only 14 adults were enrolled before the trial was stopped early. The goal was to see if the dr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Robot suit aims to ease pain for kids with cerebral palsy
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a motorized orthosis (Innowalk) that mimics walking is better tolerated by children with cerebral palsy than standard standing devices. The trial included 25 children aged 6-16 who had never walked. Researchers measured pain, muscle stiffness, and joint …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lille Catholic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Smartphone app aims to ease burden for hispanic dementia caregivers
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tests a mobile telehealth app called Brain CareNotes designed to help unpaid Hispanic caregivers manage challenging behaviors in people with Alzheimer's or related dementias. The app offers coaching and tools to handle symptoms like agitation or wandering. Researchers …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Parkinson's drug side effect targeted by antioxidant NAC – but trial stalls
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether N-acetylcysteine (NAC), an antioxidant, could help reduce impulse control disorders caused by Parkinson's medications. Only 14 people with mild-to-moderate symptoms were enrolled before the trial was stopped early. The goal was to see if 10 weeks of NAC …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Lavender scent tested to ease Women's pain and anxiety during procedure
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether smelling lavender essential oil before and during an office hysteroscopy (a procedure to look inside the uterus) could lower women's anxiety and pain. Twenty-two women were randomly assigned to inhale either lavender oil or distilled water (placebo). The…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Experimental drug K0706 tested for lewy body dementia
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether a drug called K0706 is safe and tolerable for people with Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB). Researchers planned to give 45 participants either a low dose, high dose, or placebo for 12 weeks, then check for side effects and measure changes in brain and …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Yoga for pain? tiny trial ends early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a six-week course of yoga, mindfulness, and breathing exercises could help people with chronic pain feel better and manage stress. Only 5 patients took part before the trial was stopped early. Because it was so small, we cannot say whether these techniqu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Heart hole closure for migraines? tiny study halted early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether closing a small hole in the heart (called a PFO) with a device could reduce migraine headaches. It planned to compare the real procedure to a sham (fake) procedure in adults aged 18-55 with frequent migraines. However, the study was stopped early after e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: W.L.Gore & Associates • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Botox injections may help stroke survivors move their arms better
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study observed 18 chronic stroke patients who received botulinum toxin injections into their elbow muscles as part of routine care. The goal was to see if the injections reduced muscle tightness (spasticity) and improved active arm extension. Researchers measured muscle acti…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New knee pain block fails to prove extra benefit in small trial
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether adding an iPACK nerve block to standard pain treatments (adductor canal block and local injections) helps people feel less pain and recover faster after total knee replacement. Only 10 people were enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Dementia agitation drug trial halted after just 5 patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a fast-dissolving film (BXCL501) placed under the tongue to quickly reduce severe agitation in older adults with dementia. The trial aimed to enroll many participants but was stopped early after only 5 people joined. Because it ended so soon, we cannot draw reli…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BioXcel Therapeutics Inc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Brain tumor drug trial fizzles: only 3 patients enrolled
Symptom relief TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested whether brivaracetam, a seizure medication, is safe for people with diffuse gliomas (a type of brain tumor). Only 3 participants were enrolled before the study was terminated. The main goal was to track side effects, not to measure tumor shrinkage or…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can new hearing aid tech cut through noise?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether a special noise reduction feature in Phonak hearing aids helps adults with moderate hearing loss understand speech better in noisy settings. 21 participants tested the Phonak device and a competitor's device in a lab and a real cafe. They completed sp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sonova AG • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New radiation technique aims to calm tremors without surgery
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a new way to treat hand tremors caused by essential tremor or Parkinson's disease using a linear accelerator, a common radiation machine. Instead of one large dose, the radiation was given in three smaller sessions to protect healthy brain tissue. The goal was t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New pain drug kindolor tosylate tested in healthy volunteers – trial halted early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis early-stage trial tested the safety and how the body processes Kindolor Tosylate, a potential new drug for chronic pain. It involved 16 healthy adults who received either the drug or a placebo. The study was terminated, so full results are not available.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Lohocla Research Corporation • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Botulinum toxin injection aimed at easing leg spasticity after stroke or injury
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether MYOBLOC, a botulinum toxin injection, can safely reduce muscle stiffness in the lower leg of adults with spasticity caused by stroke, brain injury, or spinal cord injury. About 40 participants received either a low or high dose of MYOBLOC or a placebo in…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Solstice Neurosciences, LLC, a subsidiary of MDD US Operations, LLC • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New ankle brace aims to fix foot drop after stroke
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a brace called CALIGALOC designed to correct foot drop (ankle varus) in people with hemiparesis after a stroke or other brain injury. The goal was to see if wearing the brace for 15 days improved walking speed and balance. Only 5 people took part, and the study …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Spine surgery pain study halted early: which method works best?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a combination of pain medicines (multimodal analgesia) works better than standard care for pain after lower back fusion surgery. It included 50 adults aged 18 to 70. The study was stopped early, so results are limited.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: OrthoCarolina Research Institute, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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PTSD drug trial halted early: could brexanolone ease trauma?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis pilot study tested a 24-hour IV infusion of brexanolone in 10 adult women with PTSD from non-military trauma. The goal was to see if it could reduce PTSD symptoms and lead to remission by 12 weeks. The trial was terminated early, so results are limited.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Donald Jeffrey Newport • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Neck treatment for concussion symptoms: small pilot study tests feasibility
Symptom relief TerminatedThis small pilot study aimed to see if it's possible to start neck therapy earlier for people with concussion and neck pain. Only 2 people enrolled before the study was stopped. The main goal was to check if the study process worked, not to measure how well the treatment helped s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New therapy targets memory doubts to curb OCD checking
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a new, short therapy module for people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) who struggle with compulsive checking. The therapy focuses on fixing unhelpful beliefs about memory that drive the urge to check. Researchers aimed to see if this approach reduces ch…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Manitoba • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Music therapy brings comfort to brain injury patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a music therapy program for adults with acquired brain injury, aiming to improve their comfort and well-being. Researchers worked with 27 hospitalized patients to see if group music sessions could help them feel better. The study was stopped early, so results ar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Valencia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Experimental drug MIJ821 aims to quickly ease depression and suicidal urges
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested an experimental drug called MIJ821, given as an IV infusion, to see if it could quickly reduce depression symptoms in people with major depressive disorder who also have active suicidal thoughts. About 199 adults aged 18 to 65 took part, receiving either MIJ821 …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Could a simple TENS device ease chemo nerve pain?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis trial tested whether a TENS device, which sends mild electrical pulses to the skin, can help relieve nerve pain caused by chemotherapy in early-stage breast cancer patients. The study enrolled 17 people who were having taxane chemotherapy and had at least mild nerve pain in …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Study seeks sweet spot for painkiller dose in Children's spine surgery
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to find the ideal dose of a spinal pain medicine (hydromorphone) for children undergoing back surgery for scoliosis. Researchers tested several doses in 31 patients to balance good pain control with fewer side effects. The trial was stopped early, so the results …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Mindfulness app for anxiety in underserved groups fizzles out early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a smartphone app that teaches mindfulness meditation to help Black and Latino adults with anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic. About 400 participants were assigned to one of two mindfulness programs or a waitlist. The trial was terminated early, so we don't hav…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Experimental drug aims to curb disinhibition in dementia patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a drug called AVP-786 to see if it could safely reduce disinhibition—impulsive or inappropriate behavior—in people with neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer's or frontotemporal dementia. The trial planned to include many participants but was terminated ear…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Touchscreen device aims to give voice to dementia patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a personalized touchscreen device (My PATI) to help people with Alzheimer's or related dementias communicate their care preferences. The goal was to improve quality of life for both patients and their caregivers. The study was terminated early, so results are li…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New hope for pain relief without addiction: buprenorphine study
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether buprenorphine can effectively treat chronic pain in people who are dependent on opioid painkillers, while also reducing withdrawal symptoms and improving quality of life. It involved 4 adults with opioid dependence and chronic pain. The approach was t…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Theresa Jacob, PhD, MPH • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Personalized exercise trial for chronic fatigue ends early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a personalized exercise program could reduce fatigue in people with chronic fatigue syndrome. About 101 participants were planned, but the trial was terminated early. The approach involved tailoring aerobic and resistance exercises based on weekly fatigu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New approach lets patients start addiction treatment without first going through withdrawal
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a new method for starting buprenorphine (a medication for opioid use disorder) in hospitalized adults who also have chronic pain. Instead of requiring patients to stop all other opioids and go through withdrawal first, the new method starts with very low doses o…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Brain zaps show promise for paralyzed arms – but study cut short
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether a non-invasive brain stimulation method called tDCS, when added to standard physical therapy, could improve arm and hand function in people with recent spinal cord injuries. The trial included 13 participants with neck-level injuries who were between …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Montecatone Rehabilitation Institute S.p.A. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Brain zaps for pain and fatigue: a quick fix?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether a brief, noninvasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS could immediately reduce pain and improve function in people with fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue syndrome. About 20 participants received one session, and researchers measured changes in pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Donostia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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CBDV study for Prader-Willi syndrome halted early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a cannabis-derived compound called CBDV could safely reduce irritability in children and young adults with Prader-Willi syndrome. Only 6 people enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if CBDV helped with mood and behavior problem…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Eric Hollander • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New pill aims to stop panic attacks in their tracks
Symptom relief TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tested whether darigabat, an oral tablet, could help people with panic disorder. About 80 participants took either darigabat or a placebo for several weeks. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce panic attacks and improve overall symptoms. The study was t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Robot trainer aims to help Parkinson's patients walk better
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a robotic device called the G-EO Gait Trainer to help people with Parkinson's disease improve their walking. The device supports the body and guides leg movements to make walking practice safer and more effective. The trial was terminated early, so only limited …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Psilocybin depression study cut short: did the benefits last?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study followed 26 people with major depressive disorder for one year after they received a single dose of psilocybin or a niacin control. Researchers used web surveys and phone interviews to track depression symptoms over time. The study was terminated early, so results are …
Sponsor: Usona Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Can a blood injection boost carpal tunnel surgery results?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether adding platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to standard carpal tunnel release surgery helps people with severe carpal tunnel syndrome. The trial planned to enroll 15 adults with severe nerve damage. It compared surgery with PRP to surgery alone. The study was t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Michael Fredericson, MD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Could a simple pill replace IVs for migraines in the ER?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at two FDA-approved migraine medications (a dissolving tablet and a nasal spray) given to adults in the emergency department. The goal was to see if these easy-to-use options could relieve pain quickly and shorten ER visits. The study was stopped early with only…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Can a brain ZAP boost stroke recovery? new pilot study explores
Symptom relief TerminatedThis small pilot study tested whether combining a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) with a thinking-strategies training program could help people who had a stroke more than six months ago perform everyday activities better. Eleven participants were enrolled to see if the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Robotic glove aims to give weak hands a grip on daily life
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a soft-robotic glove called Carbonhand in 6 people with hand weakness due to aging or neuromuscular disease. The glove supports finger movement to help with daily tasks. Researchers measured how the glove affected movement, pain, and fatigue during strenuous act…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Roessingh Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can a blood pressure drug ease opioid-related pain?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether adding guanfacine to opioid painkillers could reverse the extra pain sensitivity that long-term opioid use can cause. It involved 8 adults with chronic neck or back pain who were already taking opioids. The study was terminated early, so results are l…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a blood pressure drug ease pain from opioids?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether adding guanfacine (a blood pressure medicine) to morphine could reduce pain sensitivity and tolerance in people with chronic neck or back pain. The study planned to enroll 137 adults who had not taken opioids recently. However, the study was terminate…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Experimental combo therapy for brain metastases shows early safety signals
Symptom relief TerminatedThis early-stage trial tested whether adding a device that creates electric fields (NovoTTF-200M) to standard radiation and immunotherapy is safe for people with melanoma that has spread to the brain. Only one person took part before the study was stopped early. The main goal was…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Oxygen chamber trial for Kids' concussion symptoms halted early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber (hyperbaric oxygen therapy) could help children aged 8-15 with prolonged post-concussion syndrome after a mild brain injury. The trial planned to enroll 52 participants but was terminated early. The goal was…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assaf-Harofeh Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Personalized exercise coaching for fibromyalgia: a tiny trial that never got off the ground
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a personalized physical activity program, with one face-to-face session followed by phone coaching, could improve quality of life for people with fibromyalgia compared to standard group exercise classes. The trial was terminated after enrolling only one…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Departemental Vendee • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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HIV-Positive Men's mental health study shuts down after just one participant
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), a type of talk therapy, could help HIV-positive men with mental health issues like stress and anxiety. Only one person enrolled before the study was stopped early. Because of this, no meaningful results were obta…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New prism device may help one-eyed pedestrians avoid collisions
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a prism device designed to expand the field of view for people who have lost vision in one eye. The goal was to see if the prism helps them detect pedestrians approaching from their blind side during a simulated walking task. Only one person participated before …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Narcolepsy drug trial halted early: what happened?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis early-stage study tested an experimental drug called MK-6552 in 9 people with narcolepsy type 1, a condition that causes sudden sleep attacks. The goal was to see if the drug was safe and could help patients stay awake during the day. The trial was stopped early, so results …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Mindfulness may ease anxiety for heart device patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a mindfulness program (including meditation, body scans, and gentle yoga) could help people with implanted heart devices like ICDs or pacemakers feel less anxious, stressed, and depressed. The study planned to enroll 34 adults who had recently received s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chien Chih-Yin • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Hands-On therapy may speed up concussion healing
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether adding osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) — a hands-on therapy that moves muscles and joints — to standard care helps people recover from concussions. It included 39 people aged 13 to 55 who had a concussion within the last 12 days. The goal was…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Michigan State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Relaxation therapy studied for brain tumor anxiety – but trial cut short
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether adding sophrology (a relaxation method using breathing, visualization, and gentle movement) to speech therapy could reduce anxiety in people with aggressive brain tumors. Only 13 patients were enrolled before the trial was stopped early. The goal was to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Tailored exercise shows promise for spinal cord injury recovery
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether personalized fitness training could improve heart and lung fitness in people with incomplete spinal cord injury during early rehabilitation. Nineteen participants were assigned to either personalized training sessions or usual care for six weeks. The stu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sint Maartenskliniek • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Can a smartphone app help cancer patients fight depression?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a digital platform could improve collaborative care for depression in cancer patients. About 300 adults receiving cancer treatment with significant depression symptoms were enrolled. The platform aimed to help care managers track symptoms and coordinate …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Phone therapy for depression shows promise in small study
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a telephone-supported self-help program called Bounce Back could help people with mild to moderate depression. Participants used cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) materials at home with coaching over the phone. The study was stopped early and only incl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Brain stimulation may supercharge therapy for social anxiety
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a mild electrical current applied to the forehead (tDCS) could make exposure therapy work better for people with social anxiety. Thirty-three adults with public speaking fears gave speeches in virtual reality while receiving either real or fake tDCS. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nevada, Reno • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Can a stronger jolt to the brain beat treatment-resistant depression?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis small pilot study tested a noninvasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS in 5 adults with major depression that hadn't improved after at least 3 antidepressant trials. Participants received up to 20 sessions of higher-than-usual electrical current over 4 to 6 weeks. Th…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Vibration vest aims to restore arm function in stroke survivors
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a wearable device that uses gentle vibrations to help stroke survivors improve arm strength and movement. The plan was to have 48 people use the device at home for 4 weeks, but only 4 enrolled before the study was stopped. Researchers measured usability and chan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Oklahoma • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New narcolepsy drug tested in tiny trial – but study halted early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis early-stage trial tested an experimental drug called JZP441 in just 6 adults with narcolepsy type 1, a condition that causes sudden daytime sleepiness. The goal was to see if the drug could help people stay awake longer, as measured by a standard sleep test. However, the stu…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jazz Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Ear zapper aims to replace opioids for vomiting syndrome
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a small device that stimulates nerves in the ear to help people with cyclic vomiting syndrome feel less pain, nausea, and vomiting. The goal was to see if it could reduce the need for strong painkillers like opioids. Only 4 people took part before the study was …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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ADHD study tests if treadmill and balance exercises boost brain power
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether different types of exercise—like treadmill running, balance training, or a mix of balance and thinking tasks—could improve ADHD symptoms and brain function in college students. It planned to enroll 130 students with ADHD and compare them to healthy st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wuhan Sports University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Walking poles tested for Parkinson's: a simple step forward?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether using walking poles during an 8-week independent walking program could improve walking and activity levels in people with Parkinson's disease. Eleven participants were assigned to walk with or without poles at least three times a week. The trial was t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Cortisone shot for Post-Stroke shoulder pain: did it help?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether a cortisone injection into the shoulder joint, combined with physiotherapy, reduces pain and improves movement in people who had a stroke and developed shoulder pain. It included 50 adults in a rehab program. The study was stopped early, so results ar…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Claire Bourgeois • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Nerve pain device study abandoned after only 2 patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a device called Exablate, which uses focused sound waves to treat areas of the brain linked to pain. The goal was to see if it could reduce pain and improve quality of life in people with chronic nerve pain. Only 2 people enrolled before the study was stopped, s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: InSightec • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Can a shorter therapy fix Veterans' insomnia just as well?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a brief 4-session version of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) works as well as the standard 6-session version for treating insomnia in veterans. Insomnia is very common among veterans and can harm daily life and health. The study enrolled 15 veterans w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Brain training for psychosis: a small step toward better school performance
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether adding cognitive remediation therapy (a type of brain training) to supported education (help returning to school) improves academic functioning in young adults with psychotic disorders. Only 9 people enrolled before the study was stopped early. The go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre de Recherche de l'Institut Universitaire en Santé Mentale de Québec • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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CBD anxiety trial for brain cancer patients ends early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a high-CBD hemp product could reduce anxiety and improve quality of life in people newly diagnosed with glioblastoma, a serious brain tumor. The trial planned to compare the CBD product to a placebo over 8 weeks, but it was stopped early after only 2 pe…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mclean Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Can retelling and deep breathing ease trauma in terminal cancer?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis Phase 2 trial tested a neuroscience-based technique combining memory structuring and deep vagal breathing to reduce PTSD symptoms in people with advanced, incurable cancer and their partners. The study enrolled 19 patients who had just received a terminal diagnosis. The appr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New drug aimed at treating apathy in dementia patients tested
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a drug called CVL-871 to see if it is safe and can help reduce apathy (lack of motivation or interest) in people with dementia. The trial included 41 participants with mild to moderate dementia and clinically significant apathy. The main goal was to check for si…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Parkinson's sleep study halted early – what we know
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether the drug safinamide (Xadago) could improve sleep quality in people with Parkinson's disease. Eleven participants took safinamide for 12 weeks while their sleep was measured. The trial was terminated early, so the results are not conclusive.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Alain Kaelin • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Brain zaps and computer games: a new hope for schizophrenia fog?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis pilot study tested whether combining repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) with computerized cognitive training could help adults with schizophrenia who have thinking and memory problems. Twelve participants received either active or sham rTMS followed by cogni…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Migraine drug trial for kids halted early – what we know
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if lasmiditan, a migraine medicine, is safe and works for children aged 6 to 17. It planned to treat migraine attacks and measure pain relief. The trial was stopped early, so final results are limited, but it may still provide useful information about trea…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can a neck massage help your brain heal after a concussion?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether a special hand massage technique, called manual lymphatic drainage, could help clear fluid from the brain in people with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury. Only 2 people took part, and the study was stopped early. Researchers measured changes …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Weighted blankets may soothe agitation after brain injury
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether weighted blankets can help reduce agitation and improve sleep in people recovering from a brain injury. Ten adults in a UK rehabilitation unit used the blankets for 7 days. The main goal was to see if such a study is practical in a hospital setting, n…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Can meal timing protect your brain during cancer treatment?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a text-message-based diet program called Txt4fasting for people with breast or lung cancer that spread to the brain. The goal was to see if eating only during certain hours could reduce thinking and memory problems after radiation. Only 1 person enrolled before …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Sleep drug studied for breast cancer Survivors' insomnia
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether the sleep medication suvorexant (20 mg) could help breast cancer survivors who have trouble sleeping. Participants were postmenopausal women taking hormone-blocking drugs. The study was stopped early after enrolling only 5 people, so results are limited.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Could a Head-Zap at home boost your brain?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique (tDCS) done at home, along with computer-based brain games, could improve thinking and language skills in people with primary progressive aphasia, mild cognitive impairment, or dementia. Participants use…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Autism social trial halted: memantine shows no promise
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether memantine, a medication for Alzheimer's, could improve social skills in youth aged 8-18 with autism or nonverbal learning disability. The trial was stopped early after enrolling only 25 participants. The main goal was to measure changes in social functio…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Sciatica treatment trial fizzles out after just 2 patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis small study tested whether an injection made from a patient's own blood (platelet lysate) could reduce leg pain from sciatica better than a saltwater injection. Only 2 people took part before the study was stopped early, so we cannot draw any firm conclusions. The approach r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Regenexx, LLC • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Depression drug trial halted: aticaprant fails to show promise for anhedonia
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether adding aticaprant to standard antidepressants could help people with major depression who still feel no pleasure (anhedonia). The trial was stopped early after enrolling only 101 participants. No results are available, so it is unknown if aticaprant work…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New powered brace aims to improve walking in kids with cerebral palsy
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a device called Agilik, a powered leg brace that helps children with cerebral palsy extend their knees while walking. The goal was to see if it improves gait, endurance, and speed. Only 9 children took part, and the study was stopped early, so the results are no…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS Eugenio Medea • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Brainwave training tested for aphasia recovery
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether EEG neurofeedback—a type of brain training that uses real-time brainwave readings—can help people with aphasia (trouble speaking or understanding language) improve their communication, sleep, and anxiety. Seven adults with aphasia from stroke or primary …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Tiny trial tests Talk-and-Movement therapy for pelvic pain
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether a group therapy program combining psychotherapy and physiotherapy could help women with long-lasting pelvic or belly pain. Only 8 women took part, and the study was stopped early. Researchers measured changes in pain impact, daily activities, and emot…
Sponsor: Swiss Paraplegic Research, Nottwil • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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App-Based knee pain therapy tested against In-Person care
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a digital home exercise program (SimpleTherapy) could work as well as standard in-person physical therapy for people with chronic knee osteoarthritis pain. The plan was to have 32 adults with knee pain do exercises at home three times a week for six week…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Parkinson's apathy drug trial stalls after just 8 patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether istradefylline, a drug already approved for motor symptoms in Parkinson's, could also improve apathy and motivation. Only 8 people enrolled before the trial was terminated early. The results are too limited to draw any conclusions.
Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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App for cancer depression fails to launch: trial ends after just one participant
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a smartphone app called IONA Mind could help treat depression in people who have had head and neck cancer. Participants would use the app for 6 weeks and fill out surveys. However, the trial was terminated early after enrolling only 1 person, so no mean…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Botox vs. patch: which stops drooling better in kids with cerebral palsy?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study compared two treatments for drooling in children with cerebral palsy: Botox injections into the salivary glands and scopolamine skin patches. Both groups also received rehabilitation therapy. The goal was to see which treatment reduced drooling more over 15 months. The…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Brain pacemaker tested for uncontrollable tics
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) could help people with severe Tourette syndrome whose symptoms don't improve with medication. Researchers placed tiny electrodes in a part of the brain called the thalamus to try to calm abnormal signals that cause tics. Only…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New depression drug shows promise but study halted early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at the long-term safety and symptom relief of an experimental drug called AXS-05 in 181 adults with treatment-resistant depression (depression that hasn't improved with other treatments). Participants took the drug and were monitored for side effects and mood ch…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Can the 'Female Viagra' boost Men's sex drive?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis small study tested whether flibanserin (Addyi), a drug approved for low sexual desire in women, could also help men with low libido. Eight men aged 18–69 with low desire but normal mood and erectile function took either the drug or a placebo for three months. The trial was t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mohit Khera • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:15 UTC
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Can a smartphone app ease Racism-Related stress and curb substance use in young black men?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a mindfulness-based mobile app designed specifically for young Black men (ages 18-29) to help them handle stress from racism and reduce alcohol or marijuana use. Participants used a self-guided app, some with real-time feedback, and reported their daily stress a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UConn Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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CBD shows promise for emotional health in HIV patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether synthetic cannabidiol (CBD) could help people living with HIV who have a condition called alexithymia, which makes it hard to recognize and describe emotions. Participants took either CBD or a placebo for 4 weeks. The goal was to see if CBD could improve…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Exercise and diet tested for chemo nerve damage – but study halted early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a 12-week program of walking and resistance exercises or nutrition education could reduce nerve pain caused by platinum chemotherapy. The trial enrolled 36 adults with cancer who were receiving oxaliplatin or cisplatin. The study was terminated early, so…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Cooling the brain through the nose: new device tested for ICU fever
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a device called CoolStat that is placed in the nose to cool down brain-injured patients with fever in the ICU. The goal was to see if it could safely and quickly bring their temperature to normal. Only 9 patients were enrolled before the study was stopped early,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: CoolTech LLC • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Depression drug trial halted early: what we know
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested the drug tianeptine in 38 adults with major depression that did not improve after at least two other treatments. Participants took tianeptine three times a day for 8 weeks. The goal was to see if it reduced depression symptoms and changed how the brain processes…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Jonathan A. Javitch, MD, PhD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Brain chemical oxytocin tested to ease social struggles in schizophrenia
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether oxytocin, a natural brain chemical that helps with social bonding, could improve social functioning in veterans with schizophrenia. Researchers planned to give oxytocin and use brain scans to see who might benefit. The study was stopped early, so resu…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Online therapy steps up against OCD in new study
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a stepped-care approach using internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (ICBT) works as well as group therapy or standard medical care for adults with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). 46 adults in China received one of the three treatments for 6 we…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Mental Health Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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ADHD combo drug trial stops early – only 2 teens enrolled
Symptom relief TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tested a combination of two drugs, NRCT-101SR and NRCT-202XR, for teens with ADHD. The goal was to see if the combo could ease symptoms and reduce side effects better than one drug alone. However, the study was terminated early and only enrolled 2 participants,…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Neurocentria, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can problem-solving therapy save older veterans from suicide?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if adding Problem Solving Therapy to standard suicide safety planning could reduce suicidal thoughts in older veterans (age 55+) with depression, anxiety, or PTSD. The trial planned to enroll 117 veterans but was terminated early. The approach focused on t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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ADHD drug trial for teens halted early – what we know
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a new medicine called NRCT-101SR for teenagers aged 13 to 17 with ADHD. The goal was to see if it safely reduces ADHD symptoms compared to a placebo. The trial was stopped early, so results are limited. It involved 95 participants and used standard ADHD rating s…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Neurocentria, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Needle-Free migraine relief for kids? nasal spray cocktail tested in ER
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a nasal spray version of the migraine drug Ketorolac, combined with oral Prochlorperazine and Diphenhydramine, could relieve migraine pain in children as effectively as the standard IV treatment. The trial aimed to enroll children aged 4 and older with m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Magnetic zaps to the brain aim to restore arm movement in stroke survivors
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a magnetic device (rTMS) placed on the scalp could help people who had a stroke regain movement in their arm. The trial planned to include 60 adults with recent ischemic stroke. However, the study was terminated early, so the results are not complete.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Seoul National University Bundang Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Can a simple nasal device boost mood and ease congestion?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether using the SinuSonic device—a handheld tool that uses sound and gentle pressure to relieve nasal congestion—could also improve anxiety, depression, and overall well-being in adults with chronic stuffy nose. Sixteen participants used the device for 5 weeks…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Rowing with electric stimulation may ease pain after spinal cord injury
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether 12 weeks of rowing exercise with electrical stimulation to move paralyzed legs could reduce nerve pain and brain inflammation in people with spinal cord injury. The study enrolled 13 adults with recent spinal cord injury. Researchers measured pain, brain…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Pain relief combo falls short: early trial halted
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether adding baclofen (a muscle relaxant) to buprenorphine (a painkiller) could improve pain relief in 19 healthy volunteers. Participants received either a placebo or baclofen alongside buprenorphine and then underwent heat-based pain tests. The trial was ter…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Eye test may predict schizophrenia drug success
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a simple eye scan could predict which people with early schizophrenia would benefit from a drug called sodium nitroprusside. The drug was given to reduce psychosis symptoms like delusions and hallucinations. Only one person enrolled before the study was…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Robot-Assisted walking program shows promise for brain injury recovery
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a personalized walking and balance training program using a KineAssist robotic treadmill for people recovering from traumatic brain injury, stroke, or other acquired brain injuries. The goal was to safely challenge and improve walking speed, balance, strength, a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Experimental nerve pain drug trial halted midway
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested an experimental drug called RTA 901 to see if it could safely reduce nerve pain in people with diabetes. The trial planned to enroll 209 adults with diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain, comparing two doses of the drug against a placebo over 12 weeks. However, t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Reata, a wholly owned subsidiary of Biogen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Virtual reality could help pinpoint the perfect exercise dose for dizziness relief
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to find the best amount of exercise needed to improve dizziness symptoms in people with balance disorders. Researchers used virtual reality (VR) to measure how much exercise helps and compared VR exercises to standard physical therapy. The study included people w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: George Washington University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Real-World data on brain aneurysm device could improve patient safety
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study observes people who have already been treated with the Pipeline Embolization Device for brain aneurysms. Researchers track neurological complications like stroke or bleeding to better understand the device's safety in everyday use. The goal is to expand knowledge on ho…
Sponsor: Medtronic Neurovascular Clinical Affairs • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Prostate cancer treatment may change how men process common sleep aid
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis pilot study looked at how the sleep drug zolpidem (Ambien) is processed in men with prostate cancer before and after they start hormone therapy that lowers testosterone. Researchers compared these results to healthy women, since women are known to have higher drug levels. Th…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tafamidis tablet vs capsule: which works better?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis early-stage study aimed to compare how a tablet form of tafamidis is absorbed in the body compared to the existing capsule form. It involved 24 healthy adults who took a single dose of each form under fed conditions. The study was terminated early, so results may be limited.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New MRI scans reveal hidden brain changes after first MS symptoms
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study used a special MRI technique to look at tiny brain changes in people who recently had a first episode of symptoms that could lead to multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers compared 84 participants (patients and healthy controls) to see if early memory problems are linked…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV patients may age faster: study probes skin, muscle, and bone health
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study compared signs of aging in 123 HIV-infected adults to the general population. Researchers measured bone density, muscle strength, skin changes, and thinking abilities. The goal was to understand if HIV speeds up aging in these areas. No new treatment was tested; it was…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Ultrasound dye may help brain surgeons spot hidden tumor edges
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether injecting a contrast dye and using ultrasound during brain tumor surgery could help surgeons see the difference between tumor and healthy brain tissue. The goal was to remove more of the tumor safely. Only 2 people were enrolled before the study was stop…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Can brain training help depressed young adults stop ruminating?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether real-time fMRI neurofeedback could help young adults with major depression reduce repetitive negative thinking. Participants received either real or fake feedback while their brain activity was monitored. The trial was terminated early, so the findings a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Laureate Institute for Brain Research, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Brain test may help match PTSD patients to the right antidepressant
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a simple brain-wave test (LDAEP) could predict which veterans with PTSD or depression would improve with the SSRI medication sertraline (Zoloft). Participants took sertraline or a placebo for 14 weeks while researchers measured their brain activity and …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Laughing gas linked to nerve damage in young users
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked back at 20 young people who came to the hospital with nerve problems after using nitrous oxide (laughing gas) for fun. Researchers measured muscle strength, balance, and disability to understand how the gas harms the nervous system. The goal was to learn more ab…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Stroke study seeks brain regions to boost arm healing
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to identify brain areas outside the main motor region that help arm recovery after a severe stroke. Researchers followed 28 patients over time, using MRI and movement tracking to see which brain areas became active as arm function improved. The goal was to find n…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Tiny implant zaps nerves to boost stroke rehab
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether a small implanted device that stimulates the vagus nerve could improve arm and hand function in people who had a stroke at least a year ago. Four participants received either real or sham stimulation paired with physical therapy. The goal was to see how …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Brain and eye clues to emotion recognition in autism and psychosis
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to understand why people with autism or schizophrenia sometimes struggle to recognize emotions on faces. Researchers used brain wave recordings (EEG) and eye-tracking to see how participants processed facial expressions. The study included people with autism, sch…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hôpital le Vinatier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Brain zapping study halted early – what it means for mental health
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how noninvasive brain stimulation techniques like rTMS, tDCS, and ECT change BDNF levels in people with depression or schizophrenia. Researchers took blood samples before and after stimulation to measure BDNF, a protein linked to brain health. The study was t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hôpital le Vinatier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Scientists probe Brain's consciousness switch during anesthesia
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how anesthesia changes brain activity in people with Parkinson's disease or essential tremor who were already scheduled for deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. Researchers recorded brain signals during a short period of anesthesia to understand which circui…
Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Can changing how you think about pain reduce opioid cravings?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether people with chronic pain who tend to catastrophize (imagine the worst) about their pain experience stronger cravings for prescription opioids. Researchers measured cravings, stress hormones, and mood in 93 adults who had been taking opioids for at lea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Smart soles could track walking trouble in nerve disease
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether special insoles with pressure sensors (FEETME®) can accurately measure walking speed in people with CIDP, a nerve condition that causes walking difficulties. Researchers compared the insoles to a standard walkway system in 18 adults aged 18-75 with CIDP.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Which IV fluid is safer for heat stroke? study investigates
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether using Ringer's lactate instead of normal saline during emergency treatment for heat stroke could reduce the risk of acute kidney injury. Researchers planned to enroll 104 adults diagnosed with heat stroke, giving one group standard saline and the othe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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PTSD drug safety study halted early: what we know
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis small Phase 2 study aimed to test the safety and dosing of an intravenous drug called allopregnanolone (also known as brexanolone) in 11 people with chronic PTSD. The trial was terminated before completion, so results are limited. The main goal was to monitor sedation levels…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Can pictures help patients understand research better?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether a visual consent form with pictures helps patients with cancer or Alzheimer's understand research better than standard text. Researchers planned to enroll 266 adults across three U.S. sites. The trial was terminated early, so results may be limited.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Brain injury and ARDS: which breathing maneuver is safer?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study compared two breathing techniques (CPAP and eSigh) in 18 patients with brain injury and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The goal was to see which method better maintains oxygen levels in the brain without causing harm. The trial was terminated early, so fin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Robot-Assisted brain biopsy study ends early – only 4 patients enrolled
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether a robotic navigation device can help doctors take brain biopsies accurately. The goal was to see if the robot could achieve a 90% success rate in getting a clear tissue sample. Only 4 people with brain tumors took part before the study was stopped. Th…
Sponsor: Brainlab AG • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Brain scans reveal how autistic people process sensory overload
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to understand why people with autism often feel overwhelmed by sensory input like bright lights or loud noises. Researchers planned to use virtual reality and brain scans to see how the brain reacts to unpleasant visual stimuli. The study was terminated early and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nebraska • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Brain zapping study reveals Memory's role in speech learning
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how memory for speech sounds and movements helps people learn to speak. Researchers used a gentle magnetic pulse to temporarily quiet a part of the brain linked to memory, then tested how well healthy adults could adjust their speech. The goal was to understa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New tool could help patients stay safe on lithium
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested a French version of a questionnaire that measures how much patients know about lithium, a drug used for bipolar and schizoaffective disorders. Researchers wanted to see if higher knowledge scores matched safe lithium levels in the blood. The study included 22 ho…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Tiny brain wave study aims to sharpen Alzheimer's drug testing
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis pilot study measured brain activity (EEG) in 6 healthy volunteers while they performed computer tasks that test attention and memory. The goal was to develop better ways to measure thinking skills that could be used in future Alzheimer's drug trials. The study was terminated…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Tiny genetic clues may unlock eye disease mysteries
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at people with cone disorders, a type of inherited eye disease that affects color vision and sharp sight. Researchers analyzed genetic changes of unknown significance to see if they cause disease. The goal was to improve genetic diagnosis, not to test a treatmen…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Cochlear implant study tests new sound processor for better hearing
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested how well adults with a NeuroZti cochlear implant could hear and how satisfied they were with two different sound processors: the current Neu2 and a newer Nuc8. Four participants attended a single 3-hour visit to compare speech understanding at normal and soft vo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cochlear • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Stroke's hidden toll: brain scans reveal emotion perception changes
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how stroke changes the brain's ability to recognize emotions like fear and happiness. Researchers used MRI and EEG to compare stroke patients with healthy volunteers. The study was stopped early and only included 2 participants, so findings are very limited.
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Prenatal alcohol exposure may alter adult brain function, small study suggests
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how being exposed to alcohol before birth might affect adults' ability to read emotions and make decisions. Researchers planned to compare adults with prenatal alcohol exposure to those without, using computer tasks. The study was terminated early and only en…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Scientists probe hidden danger of low blood sugar in diabetes
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at why people with type 1 diabetes often fail to sense dangerously low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Researchers tested how opioid drugs like morphine and naloxone affect the body's ability to respond to low sugar. The goal was to better understand the problem, no…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Albert Einstein College of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Brain zaps tested for stroke arm recovery – but study stalls
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether a single session of magnetic brain stimulation (called rTMS) over a specific brain area could improve pointing movements in people who had a stroke. Only one person took part, and the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if the stimulation could …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can a video game help manage bipolar disorder?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested a serious game called Bipolife® for people with bipolar disorder who had already completed a psychoeducation program. The game encourages players to take their medication, keep a daily routine, and contact their doctor if symptoms return. The trial was terminate…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Dyslexia study probes hidden link between movement and reading
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether children with dyslexia have trouble sensing their own body movements (proprioception). Researchers compared 56 French children aged 10-12, half with dyslexia and half without, by testing how well they could detect motion and position. The goal was to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Blood test may predict dangerous MS rebound after stopping popular drug
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis small, early-terminated study explored whether measuring certain receptors on immune cells could predict disease activity and rebound risk in multiple sclerosis patients taking or stopping ozanimod. Researchers analyzed blood samples from 23 adults with relapsing-remitting M…
Sponsor: Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Alzheimer's study probes why patients struggle with daily choices
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how early Alzheimer's disease affects a person's ability to make decisions. Researchers tested 100 people with Alzheimer's and healthy volunteers using memory and thinking tasks, plus a special decision-making test. The goal was to understand which brain func…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug memantine tested on healthy brains – but study halted early
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis early-stage study aimed to see if taking memantine, an Alzheimer's drug, for 15 days would change certain brain and cognitive markers in healthy young men aged 18-30. The goal was to validate a test battery for future Alzheimer's drug development. However, the study was term…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New ICU cockpit software aims to predict brain complications before they happen
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested a software platform called ICU Cockpit that collects and displays vital signs and other data from brain-injury patients in the intensive care unit. The goal was to help doctors make faster, better decisions and to predict complications like strokes or unstable c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emanuela Keller • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Mental health study aims to uncover Long-Term heart risks
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study followed 167 adults with mental health issues like anxiety, depression, or sleep problems who visited their primary care doctor. Researchers used health conversations and a blood test to track lifestyle changes and heart disease risks over up to 20 years. The goal was …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Blood test may predict stroke after carotid surgery
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a blood test measuring platelet function could predict neurological events like stroke in people undergoing carotid artery surgery. Researchers planned to enroll 650 patients but the study was terminated early. The test uses a device called Multiplate t…
Sponsor: Scientific Institute San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Eye test may forecast kidney failure after cancer surgery
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether special eye scans (OCT-angiography) can predict how well the remaining kidney will work one year after kidney removal for cancer. Researchers enrolled 30 adults scheduled for total nephrectomy. The goal was to see if retinal blood vessel patterns coul…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New brain wave test could predict vertigo recovery
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested a new method called cortical vestibular evoked potentials (C-VEPs) to measure how the brain processes balance signals from the inner ear. Researchers compared people with normal balance to those with vestibular neuronitis (a cause of vertigo) to see if the test …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New tool aims to help seniors with dementia make safer choices about guns
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis pilot study tested a decision aid designed to help older adults with early dementia or depression think about safer ways to store firearms at home. Only 5 people took part, and the study was ended early. The goal was to see if the tool was practical and acceptable, and wheth…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Can scans and blood predict brain fog after radiation?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether repeated MRI scans and blood tests could predict changes in thinking and memory after brain radiation. Researchers enrolled 9 adults with brain tumors who were scheduled for radiation. They collected blood samples and performed advanced MRI scans over…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Spinal tap could replace brain surgery for young tumor patients
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether a liquid biopsy—testing the fluid around the brain and spinal cord—can find tumor DNA in children and young adults with brain tumors. The goal was to see if this safer, non-surgical test could replace risky tissue biopsies for diagnosis and monitoring…
Sponsor: Pediatric Brain Tumor Consortium • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Brain zapping study targets smoking in schizophrenia
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called deep rTMS could change brain activity and reduce smoking in people with schizophrenia. Researchers used brain scans to measure changes in brain connections and smoking behavior. The study was small and en…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stony Brook University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Oxygen therapy study on heart nerves ends early
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how breathing pure oxygen in a high-pressure chamber (hyperbaric oxygen therapy) changes the body's automatic heart control in people with neurological injury. Researchers planned to measure heart rate variability in 17 patients before and after treatment. Th…
Sponsor: Assaf-Harofeh Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Peeling eye membrane during retinal surgery: help or hype?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether peeling a thin membrane inside the eye (the internal limiting membrane) during surgery for a detached retina helps patients see better and prevents scar tissue. The trial was stopped early after enrolling only 21 people, so the results are not strong …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vienna Institute for Research in Ocular Surgery • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Gut hormone shot aims to strengthen fragile bones in kids with muscle diseases
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether two gut hormones, GIP and GLP-2, could reduce bone breakdown in children with spinal muscular atrophy, cerebral palsy, or Duchenne muscular dystrophy who use wheelchairs. Participants received a liquid meal and then either a hormone injection or a placeb…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Copenhagen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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What sets off MS Flare-Ups? scientists investigate stress and hormones
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how stress, hormonal cycles, illness, and missed medications might affect when symptoms appear or get worse in women with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RR-MS). Researchers planned to track 80 women over time, recording daily symptom changes. The stu…
Sponsor: University of Louisville • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New eye camera could spot hidden signs of blindness
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested a new, non-invasive eye imaging method called hyperspectral imaging. It takes pictures of the back of the eye using many different colors of light to find details not visible with standard cameras. About 679 adults with healthy eyes or eye diseases like diabetic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Center for Eye Research Australia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Nurse phone calls may boost headache treatment success
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether follow-up calls from a headache nurse could help patients with migraines, tension headaches, cluster headaches, or hemicrania continua stay on their preventive medication. 147 participants were randomly assigned to receive nurse calls at 2 and 6 weeks…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Norwegian University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Spine treatment data collection ends early
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was a registry that collected information from over 900 adults being treated for degenerative spine conditions. Researchers focused on the use of bone graft materials and how patients felt after treatment. The study did not test any new treatment and was stopped early.
Sponsor: AO Innovation Translation Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues in rare genetic brain disorder
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to observe how MECP2 duplication syndrome progresses over time by measuring biological markers in spinal fluid and blood, and by tracking changes in development, behavior, and seizures. It enrolled 29 males aged 1 month to 65 years with a confirmed genetic diagno…
Sponsor: Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Could a gentle brain zap quiet voices in schizophrenia?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis small, early study tested a new approach called Auditory Control Enhancement (ACE) for people with schizophrenia who hear voices (auditory hallucinations) that don't respond to medication. ACE combines a mild brain stimulation technique called tDCS with cognitive training. T…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brian A Coffman, PhD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New Eye-Tracking app could spot brain changes early
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to create a non-invasive eye-tracking software to detect cognitive changes in people with neurological disorders. Researchers tested 300 adults with simple cognitive tasks while tracking their eye movements. The data was used to train machine learning algorithms …
Sponsor: Innodem Neurosciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Veterans' suicide prevention study tests emotion awareness app
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested a smartphone-based program to help veterans with serious mental illness (like PTSD, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia) better recognize and describe their emotions. The goal was to see if improving emotion awareness could lower suicide risk. Only 11 veterans to…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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UK study tracks Real-World impact of nerve stimulation on epilepsy
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study followed 97 people with drug-resistant epilepsy in the UK who had a vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) device implanted. Researchers looked at medical records and patient surveys to see how the therapy affected hospital visits and seizures over time. The goal was to underst…
Sponsor: LivaNova • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Antifungal drug tested against brain tumors – trial stopped early
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested whether the antifungal drug ketoconazole could block a protein called tGLI1 in brain tumors. It included 15 people with breast cancer that spread to the brain or with a type of brain cancer called glioma. The study was terminated early, so we have li…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Zapping the brain to save memories: Alzheimer's study tests new approach
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study explored whether a non-invasive technique called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) could improve memory in healthy older adults and those with mild memory problems due to Alzheimer's. Researchers used TMS to stimulate brain networks linked to memory and measured …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New brain scanner peers into COVID's neurological mysteries
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis pilot study tested a new brain PET-MR scanner to see if it can capture clear images of brain metabolism and blood flow in people who had COVID-19 and those who did not. Only 3 participants were enrolled before the study ended early. The goal was to develop an imaging protoco…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New tech aims to make emergency brain drains safer and more accurate
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether using a special image-guidance system (AxiEM Stealth) helps doctors place a brain drain more accurately at the bedside compared to the usual freehand method. The drain is needed to relieve pressure in the brain. The study included 31 adults who needed th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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MRI scans aim to predict tysabri success in MS patients
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether special MRI scans can detect early brain changes in people with multiple sclerosis who are starting treatment with Tysabri. Researchers planned to follow 70 patients for two years, comparing MRI images before and after treatment. The goal was to find …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Brain tumor radiation study halted early – what it means for patients
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to track quality of life in 52 patients with brain metastases who received radiosurgery (Gamma Knife). Patients filled out questionnaires before treatment and every 3 months for a year. The study was terminated early, so the full impact on daily life remains uncl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Robot watchdog: could a roaming robot prevent falls in dementia care?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether a robot that moves on its own could patrol nursing home rooms and detect when a resident with Alzheimer's has fallen. The robot was designed to turn on lights, alert staff, and let them see and talk to the resident through its camera and screen. The stud…
Sponsor: Vigorous Mind, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Zapping the brain to unravel OCD in kids
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS affects thinking and behavior in children aged 10-17 with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The goal was to understand brain processes linked to OCD, not to treat the condition. Only 6 participants were …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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App aims to improve tracking of rare paralysis attacks
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested a smartphone app designed to help people with periodic paralysis record their muscle weakness episodes in real time. The goal was to see if the app could collect more accurate information about attacks compared to standard interviews during doctor visits. Only 2…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Breathing Low-Oxygen air may boost hand recovery after spinal cord injury
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis early-phase study tested whether breathing mild low-oxygen air (acute intermittent hypoxia) combined with hand exercise training could improve grip and pinch strength in people with chronic cervical spinal cord injury. The study also tested the drug D-cycloserine to see if i…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Brain oxygen booster falls short in early trial
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested a drug called Oxycyte in people with severe head injuries to see if it could safely increase oxygen levels in the brain. Only 9 patients took part before the study was stopped early. The main goal was to measure how the drug affected brain chemistry, but no clea…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tenax Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Tiny study probes why clozapine beats other schizophrenia drugs
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to compare the effects of clozapine versus other antipsychotic medications on inflammation in people with treatment-resistant schizophrenia. Researchers measured inflammatory markers like interleukin-6 in a small group of participants. The study was terminated ea…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Concussion education study for kids ends early
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to create and test an educational resource for children with mild traumatic brain injury (concussion) and their parents. Researchers planned to work with stakeholders like doctors, coaches, and school nurses to develop the resource and see if it could be used in …
Sponsor: Baylor Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Face stretch study explores link between touch and speech
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether repeatedly pairing facial skin stretches with speech sounds can change how people perceive speech. Researchers tested 160 right-handed adults with no known neurological issues. The study was terminated early, so results are limited.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Blood protein may predict seizure return, study halted early
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether measuring a protein called S100B in the blood right after a first seizure could help predict if someone will have more seizures within a year. The researchers planned to follow 37 adults for one year, but the study was stopped early. The goal was to f…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Caregiver doubts may fuel schizophrenia relapse
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether caregivers' negative beliefs about antipsychotic medications make it harder for people with schizophrenia to stick to their treatment. About 50 patients and their main caregivers answered questionnaires about medication beliefs and adherence. The goal…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Concussion classification study halted early
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether a special exam called Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) could help classify people with concussions based on how they respond to certain movements. Researchers planned to enroll people aged 13 to 65 with neck pain, headache, or dizziness after a …
Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Nose drops with friendly bacteria could pave way for meningitis vaccine
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study gave healthy adults nose drops containing a harmless bacteria (N. lactamica) to see how the body's immune system responds. The goal is to learn if the immune response is the same whether the bacteria is cleared after 4 days or 14 days. This information will help design…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Brain wave test could spot stubborn depression
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to find brain and movement markers in people with a type of depression that doesn't respond to standard antidepressants, called anhedonic depression. Researchers measured brain waves (P300), walking speed, and hand movements in 36 participants. The goal was to id…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Spinal zaps may help brain injury patients move arms again
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether a non-invasive electrical stimulation applied to the skin over the upper spine could temporarily improve arm and hand strength, control, and spasticity in people with traumatic brain injury. Only 14 participants were enrolled before the study was termina…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Roberto de Freitas • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Can a helper make video doctor visits better for ALS patients?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how satisfied people with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) were when they had doctor visits by video from home, with a nurse or physiotherapist there to help. About 38 patients who used a breathing machine at home took part. The goal was to see if this kind of care…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: AGIR à Dom • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New score could help eye surgeons predict who sees best after surgery
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to validate a scoring system that predicts whether patients will have good vision one year after combined cataract and epiretinal membrane surgery. The score uses factors like age, symptom duration, and initial vision. Researchers planned to enroll 164 adults age…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Tiny study on nerve stimulation for pain halted early
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at a type of spinal cord stimulation (SCS) that doesn't cause tingling, called paresthesia-free SCS, in 10 adults with chronic pain. Researchers wanted to see how well it works and how it affects pain perception. The study was terminated early, so the findings a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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New program aims to help moms after preterm birth
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested a care coordination and motivational interviewing program for women who recently had a preterm birth. The goal was to see if the program was feasible and acceptable to participants. Only 13 women enrolled before the study was terminated, so the findings are very…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Spinal cord injury study tests magnetic pulses to restore grip
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether a non-invasive magnetic brain stimulation technique called iTMS, combined with hand exercises, could help people with spinal cord injury regain grasping ability. Researchers measured changes in brain signals and hand strength. The trial was terminated…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Rare disease study aims to map MLIV's natural course
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study followed 7 people with Mucolipidosis Type IV (MLIV) to learn how the disease naturally progresses. Researchers used tests like neuropsychological exams, blood and urine tests, and brain MRIs to find better ways to measure the disease. The goal was to improve future cli…
Sponsor: Baylor Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Could a common antifungal pill fight brain tumors?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested whether posaconazole, a drug used for fungal infections, can reach brain tumors in high enough amounts to stop cancer cells from dividing. Seven adults with glioblastoma took the drug before surgery, and researchers measured drug levels in their spin…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Exoskeleton users at home: a peek into daily life
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study watched people with paraplegia who already use exoskeletons to see what daily tasks they can do at home. The goal was to find small home changes that could help them be more independent. Only 12 people took part, and the study was stopped early, so results are limited.
Sponsor: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Why do some women get depressed during perimenopause? scientists investigate a key brain chemical
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how allopregnanolone, a natural brain chemical, affects mood and thinking in perimenopausal women with depression. Researchers gave participants either the drug brexanolone (a form of allopregnanolone) or a placebo to see how it changed their tendency to rumi…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Yale study tests if a pep talk boosts depression drug – but only one person joined
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if giving patients extra encouragement before and after esketamine treatment could improve their depression symptoms. Researchers planned to compare a group that received a positive presentation and follow-up session with a group that did not. However, the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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App-Based study aims to improve chronic pain tracking
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at using a mobile app to collect feedback from 91 adults with chronic pain who were already receiving spinal cord stimulation (SCS) therapy. The goal was to see how well the app worked for gathering information on their pain and overall improvement. The study di…
Sponsor: MedtronicNeuro • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Teen writing project for depression shows mixed results
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether teens ages 14 to 21 with mild depression or anxiety would use a website to write articles for other teens. The goal was to see if this approach was practical and acceptable. The study was stopped early, and only 12 people took part.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Tiny patch tracks drug side effects on Seniors' gait
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis small pilot study tested whether a wearable device called BioButton could help detect walking problems caused by multiple medications in nursing home residents. Only 17 people took part before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if the device was safe and easy t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Charles Lin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Spinal zap fails to prove brain benefit in rare stroke complication
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether electrical stimulation of the spinal cord could help widen narrowed brain arteries after a type of stroke called subarachnoid hemorrhage. Only one person was enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal was to measure changes in blood flow, b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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MRI scans aim to uncover hidden ear damage in CMV survivors
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether people born with cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection who have hearing loss or balance problems also have a condition called endolymphatic hydrops (fluid buildup in the inner ear). Researchers used a special MRI scan with a contrast dye to check for this f…
Sponsor: Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New Dry-Electrode EEG lets epilepsy patients record brain waves at home
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested a new dry-electrode EEG headset that people with epilepsy can use at home to record their brain activity. Five adults with epilepsy first had a standard EEG in the clinic, then used the dry-electrode headset at home for 14 days. The goal was to see if the home r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karl Landsteiner Institute for Clinical Epilepsy Research and Cognitive Neurology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Antifungal drug tested against brain cancer — but trial stops early
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested whether ketoconazole, a drug normally used for fungal infections, can enter brain tumors in high enough amounts to stop tumor cells from dividing. Only 1 person was enrolled before the study was terminated. The goal was to measure drug levels in the …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Heart surgery pain study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to find out how many people experience short-term and long-term pain after a specific type of heart surgery called one-stage hybrid arrhythmia ablation. Researchers surveyed patients who had the procedure at UZ Brussels to see what factors, like medications or ge…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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New monitoring technique for vascular surgery falls short
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether adding a special imaging test (Cytocam-IDF) to standard monitoring during major vascular surgery could help patients leave the hospital sooner. The trial was planned for more participants but was stopped early after only 22 people took part. Because i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Wearable device aims to track MS progression from home
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested a wearable device called Syde® in 86 people with multiple sclerosis. Participants wore the device for one month every six months over two years. The goal was to see if the device's activity data matches standard clinic tests like walking speed and disability sco…
Sponsor: SYSNAV • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC