Syndromic disease
MONDO:0002254A group of signs, symptoms, and clinicopathological characteristics that may or may not have a genetic basis and collectively define an abnormal condition.
Also known as: cluster, symptom, clusters, symptom, symptom cluster, symptom clusters, syndrome, syndrome associated with disease or disorder, syndromes, syndromic disease
6731 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Can a bone marrow trick make face transplants safer?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis trial tests a new approach to face transplantation that aims to reduce the need for lifelong, high-dose immunosuppressive drugs. The method combines a bone marrow cell infusion with a single low-dose immunosuppressant, potentially lowering the risk of infection, cancer, and …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Supercharged donor cells aim to stop leukemia return after transplant
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis study tests a new approach to prevent leukemia from coming back after a stem cell transplant. It uses donor T cells that have been engineered to recognize and attack a specific target (HA-2) on leukemia cells. The trial enrolls adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or mye…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: TScan Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart patients may need only one blood thinner after balloon treatment, major trial tests
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether taking just one blood thinner (a P2Y12 inhibitor) is as safe and effective as taking two blood thinners (dual antiplatelet therapy) for people with stable heart disease who have a drug-coated balloon procedure without a stent. About 2,170 adults will b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gan Lijun • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Can patients stop Anti-Rejection drugs sooner after transplant?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether patients can safely stop the drug tacrolimus earlier than usual after a stem cell transplant. Tacrolimus is given to prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), but newer methods have lowered GVHD risk. The trial will enroll 50 people with blood cancers and…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to boost remission in rare blood cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding enasidenib to standard treatment (ASTX727) improves outcomes for people with a high-risk form of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) that has a specific gene mutation (IDH2). About 54 adults who have not had prior cancer therapy will be randomly assigne…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Could existing cancer drugs tackle rare tumors? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether two approved drugs, dabrafenib and trametinib, can treat rare cancers that have a specific genetic change called BRAF V600. These drugs are already used for melanoma and lung cancer, but researchers want to see if they help people with other cancer types.…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Cancer Research UK • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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New hope for rare blood cancers: pacritinib trial opens for teens and adults
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an oral drug called pacritinib in people aged 12 and older with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) or related blood cancers (MDS/MPN). The goal is to find the best dose and see if it can shrink or control the disease. Participants take capsules twice daily for up to…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Tailored radiation: new trial aims to personalize cancer treatment
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests personalized radiotherapy approaches for people with lung cancer, brain metastases, or other solid tumors. It aims to see if adapting radiation based on how a patient responds is safe and effective. About 45 adults will participate, receiving either extra radiati…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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New asthma pill shows promise in Mid-Stage trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an oral drug called KT-621 in 264 adults with moderate to severe eosinophilic asthma that is not well controlled by current treatments. Participants will take either KT-621 or a placebo daily for several weeks. Researchers will measure changes in lung function an…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kymera Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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New drug FOG-001 takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new drug, FOG-001, in about 595 people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors, including colorectal, prostate, and liver cancers. The drug is given alone or with other cancer treatments to see if it is safe and shrinks tumors. The study is cu…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Parabilis Medicines, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Can a stem cell transplant fix a rare genetic immune disorder?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a stem cell transplant from a healthy donor can treat GATA2 deficiency, a rare genetic condition that weakens the immune system and raises the risk of leukemia. Participants aged 6 to 70 with GATA2 mutations will receive chemotherapy or radiation before t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Scientists train immune cells to hunt down mutated blood cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a personalized treatment for people with blood cancers like leukemia. Doctors take a patient's own T cells, modify them in the lab to recognize unique cancer mutations, and infuse them back after a short course of chemotherapy. The goal is to see if t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Hope for duchenne: new drug targets rare gene mutation in phase 3 trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called AOC 1044 for boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) who have a specific genetic change (exon 44 skipping). About 70 boys aged 7 to 16 who can still walk will receive either the drug or a placebo. The main goal is to see if the dru…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Avidity Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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New drug aims to stop immune attack after stem cell transplants
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called BPC2001 to prevent acute graft-versus-host disease (aGVHD), a serious complication where donor immune cells attack the patient's body after a stem cell transplant. Fifty adults with blood cancers like leukemia will receive six weekly doses of BPC200…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BioPhoenix Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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New drug DYNE-101 aims to ease muscle symptoms in DM1
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether DYNE-101 can improve muscle function and daily life in 150 adults with myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1). Participants receive either the drug or a placebo by IV every few weeks for 48 weeks. The study measures how quickly people can stand from a ch…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Dyne Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lifestyle overhaul may restore penile blood flow in metabolic syndrome
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a structured six-month lifestyle modification program can improve penile blood flow and erectile function in men with metabolic syndrome-associated erectile dysfunction. Participants receive dietary counseling, exercise guidance, weight management, smokin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can trained immune cells stop blood cancer relapse?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether giving patients special immune cells, called TAA-T, after a stem cell transplant can help prevent high-risk blood cancers like acute myeloid leukemia from coming back. The cells are designed to recognize three common tumor markers and attack any remaining…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Catherine Bollard • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new pill boost the power of an existing leukemia treatment?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is testing whether an experimental drug called PBSS1113, taken as a pill alongside the standard medicine azacitidine, can help people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or a related condition called myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). The study includes adults who have eith…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chaser Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a breast cancer drug help women with PCOS ovulate?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether exemestane, a drug typically used for breast cancer, can help women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) ovulate. Participants take either a low or high dose of exemestane or a placebo for 5 to 10 days. Researchers track ovulation through blood tests and…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to keep blood cancer away after transplant
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a daily pill called olutasidenib given after a stem cell transplant to people with certain blood cancers (like AML or MDS) that have an IDH1 mutation. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and tolerable as maintenance therapy. About 31 participants will take the…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Weight-Loss drug cure sleep apnea without a machine?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether maridebart cafraglutide, a drug that may help with weight loss, can reduce sleep apnea episodes in 250 adults who are overweight or obese and not using a breathing machine. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo for 52 weeks. The main g…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill could ease severe childhood arthritis
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new oral medication, upadacitinib, in children aged 1 to 17 with active systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis (sJIA), a rare and serious form of arthritis that can affect the whole body. About 90 participants will receive either upadacitinib or the standard in…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sound waves open brain barrier to attack deadly tumor
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a new approach for glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. A device implanted in the skull uses ultrasound to temporarily open the blood-brain barrier, allowing immune-boosting drugs to reach the tumor. The study involves 25 adults who have completed radiation,…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for glioblastoma? drug combo trial targets aggressive brain tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests whether adding the experimental drug silevertinib to standard chemotherapy (temozolomide) helps people with a specific type of newly diagnosed glioblastoma live longer without their cancer worsening. The study includes 162 participants whose tumors have c…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Black Diamond Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for heart lining pain: can CardiolRx keep flare-ups away?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the drug CardiolRx can prevent another episode of pericarditis (inflammation around the heart) in people who have had repeated attacks. About 110 adults who have been stable on an IL-1 blocker for at least a year will stop that medication and receive eith…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Cardiol Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a pill replace the CPAP machine for sleep apnea?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests IHL-42X, a combination of two drugs (dronabinol and acetazolamide), in people with obstructive sleep apnea. The study aims to see if the drug can reduce the number of breathing pauses during sleep and improve daytime symptoms. Participants will receive di…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Incannex Healthcare Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cord blood treatment could transform transplants for bone marrow diseases
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a new cord blood stem cell product, Omidubicel, can improve transplant outcomes for people with severe aplastic anemia or a related bone marrow disorder. Participants receive a combination of stem cells from a family member and specially processed cord bl…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill could shrink spleen and lymph nodes in rare ALPS disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called soquelitinib in 15 people aged 16 and older with autoimmune lymphoproliferative syndrome (ALPS). The goal is to see if the drug can shrink an enlarged spleen or lymph nodes and improve low blood cell counts. Participants take the pill twice daily fo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody takes aim at Hard-to-Treat liver cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called AZD9793 in people with advanced liver cancer that has spread. The drug is an antibody designed to help the body's immune cells find and attack cancer cells. The main goals are to check if the drug is safe and if it can shrink tumors. About 304 a…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot may slash cholesterol right after a heart attack
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether starting inclisiran early during a hospital stay for a heart attack can lower bad cholesterol more than a placebo, when both are added to standard care. About 300 adults hospitalized for a heart attack will receive either inclisiran or a placebo shot at t…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pacemaker lead aims to keep Heart's natural rhythm
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a pacemaker lead placed in a specific area of the heart called the left bundle branch area. The goal is to see if this placement is safe and helps the heart beat more naturally in people with slow heart rates. About 140 participants will get the lead and be …
Sponsor: Boston Scientific Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New weekly shot aims to tame Sjögren's Flare-Ups
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called IMVT-1402 in 180 adults with moderate to severe Sjögren's disease. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo as a weekly injection under the skin for 24 weeks. The goal is to see if the drug can reduce overall disease activity …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Immunovant Sciences GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to cut blood transfusions for bone marrow disease patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called DISC-0974 in about 150 adults with myelofibrosis or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) who also have anemia. The goal is to see if the drug can reduce the need for blood transfusions and increase red blood cell levels. The study is in earl…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Disc Medicine, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for tough leukemia? early trial of debio 1562M begins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new drug called Debio 1562M in about 134 people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has come back or not responded to other treatments. The study first checks safety and finds the right dose, then looks at whether the drug can shrink the can…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Debiopharm International SA • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to shield autoimmune patients from Life-Threatening infections
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a medicine called Panzyga can prevent major infections in people with autoimmune or rheumatic conditions who have low antibody levels after receiving B-cell depletion therapy. About 360 adults will receive either Panzyga or a placebo, and researchers will…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Octapharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise for rare genetic disorder in kids
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 study is testing an oral drug called NNZ-2591 in 180 children aged 3 to 12 with Phelan-McDermid syndrome, a rare genetic condition that causes developmental delays and other challenges. The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and tolerable over the long term. Res…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Neuren Pharmaceuticals Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to slow kidney failure in rare genetic disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called BAY 3401016 in 60 adults aged 18 to 45 with Alport syndrome, a rare genetic condition that damages kidneys, hearing, and eyes. The drug works by blocking a protein thought to cause kidney injury, with the goal of slowing the loss of ki…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a gut microbiome transplant boost fertility in PCOS?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether taking capsules containing freeze-dried fecal matter from healthy donors—known as fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT)—can improve pregnancy outcomes and metabolic health in overweight or obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) who are …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Changzheng Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to tame Narcolepsy's sleep attacks and sudden muscle weakness
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether HBS-301 (pitolisant) can reduce excessive daytime sleepiness and cataplexy (sudden muscle weakness) in adults with narcolepsy. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo for several weeks, followed by an open-label phase where everyone gets the dru…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Harmony Biosciences Management, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New breathing machine approach aims to shield heart in lung failure patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a breathing machine strategy that adjusts pressure based on lung measurements to protect the right side of the heart in 180 adults with moderate to severe lung failure from pneumonia. The goal is to see if this method reduces heart strain and complications compar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Chao Yang Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare brain disease: platform trial targets PSP
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests several experimental treatments for progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), a rare brain disease that affects movement and thinking. About 440 people with early-stage PSP will receive one of the treatments or a placebo. The goal is to see if any of the treatments c…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Adam Boxer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for psoriatic arthritis sufferers: experimental drug sonelokimab enters final testing phase
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called sonelokimab for adults with active psoriatic arthritis who have not improved with or cannot take standard TNF-blocker medications. About 600 participants will receive either sonelokimab, a placebo, or an existing drug (risankizumab) for comparis…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: MoonLake Immunotherapeutics AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hope for rare genetic disorder: new drug trial targets core symptoms
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an oral drug called NNZ-2591 in 160 children aged 3 to 12 with Phelan-McDermid syndrome, a rare genetic condition. The drug is compared to a placebo to see if it improves communication and daily function. The trial is double-blind, meaning neither the families no…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Neuren Pharmaceuticals Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a weekly shot free short bowel patients from IV bags?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests glepaglutide, a synthetic hormone given as a twice-weekly injection, in 90 adults with short bowel syndrome who rely on IV nutrition. The goal is to see if the drug can safely reduce the amount of IV support needed. Participants will be randomly assigned …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Zealand Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to unlock speech in angelman syndrome
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 study tests an experimental drug called ION582 in 158 children and adults with Angelman syndrome, a genetic disorder causing severe developmental delays. The drug is given as a spinal injection and aims to improve expressive communication and cognitive skills. Partic…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets root cause of rare overgrowth syndromes
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 study tests an oral drug called RLY-2608 in adults and children with overgrowth conditions (like CLOVES or Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome) caused by PIK3CA gene mutations. The drug is designed to block the faulty protein driving abnormal tissue growth. The trial will enr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Relay Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple shot replace IV drips for Alpha-1 patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to give Alpha1-Proteinase Inhibitor—a medicine that helps protect the lungs in people with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency. Instead of getting it through a vein at a clinic, participants will receive it as a weekly injection under the skin. The trial wil…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Grifols Therapeutics LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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App aims to supercharge GLP-1 weight-loss drugs with personalized meal plans
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a mobile app called NutriSteppe can improve blood sugar control and weight loss in adults with type 2 diabetes or obesity who are already taking GLP-1 medications like semaglutide. Over 12 weeks, half the participants will use the app for personalized mea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kazakh Academy of Nutrition • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Marijuana-Derived drug help treat sleep apnea?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing whether dronabinol, a synthetic form of THC, can reduce the severity of obstructive sleep apnea. 120 adults with moderate to severe sleep apnea will take the drug for two weeks. Sleep studies before and after treatment will measure changes in bre…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Weekly shot could replace daily growth hormone for kids
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial compares a once-weekly growth hormone injection (lonapegsomatropin) to a daily one (somatropin) in 186 prepubertal children with growth failure due to Turner syndrome, SHOX deficiency, being small for gestational age, or idiopathic short stature. The goal is to…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ascendis Pharma A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot aims to stop repeat heart sac inflammation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an injected drug called KPL-387 in 165 people with recurrent pericarditis, a condition where the sac around the heart becomes inflamed again and again. The goal is to see if KPL-387 can reduce flare-ups and pain better than a placebo. Participants must have sympt…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug CLN-978 tested for Sjogren's sufferers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new drug called CLN-978 in 36 adults with active, moderate to severe Sjogren's disease. The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and tolerable, while also checking how it affects immune cells in the blood. Participants receive the drug as a …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Cullinan Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot aims to keep pericarditis Flare-Ups at bay
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called KPL-387 in 80 people with well-controlled recurrent pericarditis (inflammation around the heart). The goal is to see if patients can safely switch from their current treatments to KPL-387 alone and still prevent flare-ups. The trial will measure…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to beat back relapsed leukemia after transplant
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining interferon-gamma (a protein that boosts the immune system) with donor immune cells can help patients whose acute myeloid leukemia or myelodysplastic syndromes have returned after a stem cell transplant. The study will enroll 45 adults an…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sawa Ito, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill could ease psoriatic arthritis pain in major trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether the experimental drug zasocitinib (TAK-279) can reduce joint swelling and pain in people with active psoriatic arthritis. About 600 adults will receive either the drug or a placebo for up to 60 weeks. The main goal is to see if more people on the …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common ADHD drug tame attention issues in rare KBG syndrome?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether methylphenidate, a standard ADHD medication, can reduce attention and hyperactivity problems in children and adolescents with KBG syndrome, a rare genetic condition often accompanied by ADHD-like symptoms. Participants receive alternating blocks of the dr…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Radboud University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a targeted drug boost transplant success for tough blood cancers?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis clinical trial is testing whether adding the drug venetoclax to standard chemotherapy before a stem cell transplant can improve outcomes for people with high-risk acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). The study will enroll 324 participants and aims …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill could ease psoriatic arthritis without biologics
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 study tests whether the oral drug zasocitinib (TAK-279) can improve symptoms of active psoriatic arthritis in people who have never used biologic treatments. About 1,088 adults will receive either zasocitinib, an active comparator, or a placebo for up to 60 weeks. Th…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for muscle disease: experimental drug ARO-DM1 enters human trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called ARO-DM1 in 78 adults aged 18-65 with type 1 myotonic dystrophy, a genetic muscle disorder. The goal is to check safety and how the body processes the drug. Participants receive either ARO-DM1 or a placebo by IV or injection. It is an early-stage…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to boost heart health in psychosis patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called LAGOM designed to improve heart health and quality of life for people with psychotic disorders. 644 adults from six clinics in Gothenburg will either receive the LAGOM program or standard care. The program includes regular check-ups, motivational…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vastra Gotaland Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a tailored Blood-Thinner combo prevent second heart attacks without causing bleeding?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether adding a low-dose blood thinner (rivaroxaban) to standard antiplatelet therapy for the first three months after a heart stent procedure can reduce the risk of future heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular events in high-risk patients. Participan…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to control rare blood cancer in High-Risk patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a combination of two drugs, azacitidine and enasidenib, in people with a high-risk blood cancer called myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) that has a specific genetic change (IDH2 mutation). The goal is to see if the drugs can stop cancer growth and improve outcomes. …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to tame seizures in rare brain disorders
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests an oral drug called SVG103 (Paxalisib) in 15 adults with rare brain conditions (FCD-II, TSC, or HME) that cause seizures. The main goal is to check safety and side effects, while also seeing if it reduces seizure frequency. Participants take the drug …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sovargen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can diabetes drugs tame joint inflammation in psoriatic arthritis?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial asks whether GLP-1 medications, commonly used for type 2 diabetes and weight loss, can better control psoriatic arthritis symptoms than nutrition counseling alone. Adults with psoriatic arthritis who also have obesity and type 2 diabetes will be randomly assigned to re…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug telitacicept aims to tame Sjögren's in major trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 study tests whether telitacicept, a biologic drug given as a shot, can reduce disease activity in adults with active primary Sjögren's disease. About 250 participants will receive either telitacicept or a placebo for 48 weeks. The main goal is to see if the drug impr…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Vor Biopharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene-Editing shot aims to fix rare lung and liver disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new gene-editing medicine called TSRA-196 in 72 adults with a severe form of alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (the PiZZ genotype) who have lung or liver problems. The treatment is given by IV infusion and aims to raise levels of a protective protein. …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tessera Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug tulisokibart aims to ease psoriatic arthritis pain
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new medicine called tulisokibart for people with active psoriatic arthritis, a condition causing joint pain and skin plaques. Researchers will compare different doses of the drug to a placebo in 140 adults to see if it improves symptoms like joint tenderness an…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Eat by the clock: new study tests Time-Restricted feeding for menopause belly fat
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether eating only during a specific window each day (time-restricted feeding) can improve metabolic health in postmenopausal women who have metabolic syndrome or are prediabetic. Researchers will measure changes in insulin sensitivity, body weight, and blood fa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Julie Pendergast • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart stent showdown: which medicated device keeps arteries open best?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two medicated stents (tiny mesh tubes) used to open blocked heart arteries in people having a heart attack or unstable angina. About 2,100 participants will receive either a sirolimus-eluting stent (ihtDEStiny) or an everolimus-eluting stent (Xience). Research…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fundación EPIC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug HC-7366 tested for tough leukemia
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new drug called HC-7366 in 18 adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has come back or not responded to other treatments. The main goal is to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers hope this drug may offer a new option f…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare gut disease? drug trial launches for APECED enteritis
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests a drug called emapalumab in 10 people with APECED, a rare disease where the immune system attacks the body. The drug aims to reduce gut inflammation (enteritis) that causes severe symptoms. Participants receive 7 IV doses over 6 months, and researchers tr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with arthritis: Long-Term drug study launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing the long-term safety and effectiveness of the drug filgotinib in children and adolescents aged 8 to 17 with juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Participants must have already completed a previous filgotinib study and shown improvement. The goal is to see if the d…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alfasigma S.p.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug hope for rare inflammatory VEXAS syndrome
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests the drug momelotinib in 57 people with VEXAS syndrome, a rare inflammatory condition that may also involve a bone marrow disorder called MDS. Participants receive momelotinib daily, and doctors check if symptoms improve and if steroid doses can be lowered…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Groupe Francophone des Myelodysplasies • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a pill replace shots for MDS? early trial begins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing an oral form of the cancer drug azacitidine (called ASTX030) for people with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). The goal is to see if the pill version reaches similar levels in the blood as the standard injection. About 40 adults with MDS will take …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Taiho Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can immunotherapy plus hormones spare the womb in early endometrial cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is investigating whether combining an immunotherapy drug (a PD-1 inhibitor like sintilimab or pembrolizumab) with progesterone therapy can help young women with early-stage, mismatch repair-deficient (MMRd) endometrial cancer achieve complete remission while preserving…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking University People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a pill help patients breathe easier with ARDS?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called vadadustat in 1,100 hospitalized adults with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) caused by infection. Participants take either a low or high dose of vadadustat or a placebo daily for up to 14 days. The goal is to see if the drug reduces death…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Paul Potnuru • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to tame immune system in lupus and Sjogren's
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests an investigational drug called ABBV-319 in 36 adults with lupus or Sjogren's disease. The drug is designed to deplete overactive B cells, which are part of the immune system that cause inflammation and symptoms. Participants receive two doses by IV, 2…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug R289 offers hope for blood disorder patients who failed other therapies
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called R289 in about 86 adults with a type of blood cancer called lower-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). Participants must have tried other standard treatments without success. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and side effects…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Rigel Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wine grape leftovers could be a Heart-Healthy superfood
Disease control Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether adding powder made from Chardonnay grape skins and seeds to the daily diet can improve gut and heart health. The study includes postmenopausal women aged 45-70 with excess weight and high triglycerides. Participants will consume the powder daily, an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a cancer drug fix a bleeding disorder and prevent leukemia?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests imatinib, a drug already used for certain cancers, in adults with a harmful RUNX1 gene mutation. The mutation causes easy bleeding and a high risk of blood cancers. The study aims to find the best dose and see if imatinib can improve platelet function…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New device aims to save legs from clot emergencies
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a device called the Indigo Aspiration System to remove blood clots from leg arteries in people with acute limb ischemia, a condition where a clot suddenly blocks blood flow. About 300 participants will undergo a procedure where the device sucks out the clot.…
Sponsor: Penumbra Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for angelman syndrome: experimental drug enters Mid-Stage trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called GTX-102 (apazunersen) in 60 people with Angelman syndrome, a genetic disorder causing developmental delays and seizures. Participants range from 1 to 65 years old and are grouped by age and genetic type. The goal is to see if the drug …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain pacemaker trial aims to tame Parkinson's symptoms
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows 300 adults with Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, or dystonia who receive deep brain stimulation (DBS). DBS uses a device implanted in the chest to send electrical pulses to brain areas controlling movement. Researchers will track symptom severity, medicat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could chilling the body after cardiac arrest save more brains?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial asks whether cooling the body to 33-34°C after a cardiac arrest treated with ECMO improves survival and brain function compared to keeping a normal temperature. It includes adults aged 18-75 who had an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest with certain heart rhythms. Particip…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kagawa University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Shorter maintenance therapy may be just as effective for BRCA-Linked ovarian cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether taking the drug olaparib for one year works as well as taking it for two years to keep ovarian cancer from coming back. The study includes 880 people with advanced ovarian cancer (stage III or IV) who have a BRCA mutation or similar DNA repair pro…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: NRG Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a donor stem cell transplant fix broken immune systems?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a stem cell transplant from a healthy donor can help people with severe primary immunodeficiencies. Participants aged 4 to 75 receive chemotherapy before the transplant to prepare their body. The goal is to see if the procedure is safe and can improve imm…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Supercharged immune cells take on tough blood cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment for people with blood cancers like leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma that have returned or not responded to treatment. Participants receive chemotherapy followed by specially engineered natural killer (NK) cells from donated cord blood. The…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare kidney patients: Long-Term drug trial shows promise
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at the long-term safety and effectiveness of a drug called iptacopan for people with two rare kidney diseases: C3 glomerulopathy and IC-MPGN. About 225 adults who have already completed a previous iptacopan study will take the drug for an extended period. The goa…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene therapy trial aims to fix heart muscle in rare genetic disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a single dose of a gene therapy called NVC-001 in 21 adults with a genetic form of dilated cardiomyopathy (LMNA mutation). The therapy uses a harmless virus to deliver a modified gene into heart cells, aiming to protect the heart muscle. The main goal…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Nuevocor Pte. Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A surgical showdown: can a newer bariatric procedure outsmart blood sugar drops?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial compares two weight-loss surgeries in people with severe obesity (BMI 50-60). One is the standard Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, the other a newer sleeve gastrectomy with duodenojejunal bypass. The goal is to see which procedure leads to healthier hormone responses after me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chulalongkorn University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Hope for rare bone disease: first drug trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called PTH-IA for Jansen's Metaphyseal Chondrodysplasia (JMC), a very rare genetic disorder that causes severe bone problems, short stature, and kidney issues. About 12 adults and children will receive the drug to see if it is safe and works. The goal …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New hope for kids with psoriatic arthritis: apremilast trial begins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 study tests whether the drug apremilast (Otezla) can safely reduce joint inflammation and pain in children aged 5 to 17 with active juvenile psoriatic arthritis. About 60 participants will receive either apremilast or a placebo pill for 16 weeks. The main goal is to …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Which treatment tames LGS seizures better: surgery or more meds?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at two ways to treat Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS), a severe form of childhood epilepsy: adding more anti-seizure medications or undergoing palliative surgery (like a vagus nerve stimulator or corpus callosotomy). Researchers will track thousands of children acro…
Sponsor: Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New device aims to wean ventilator patients faster
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a temporary device that stimulates the diaphragm (the main breathing muscle) in ICU patients on breathing machines. The goal is to see if it helps patients breathe more on their own and recover from lung injury. About 30 adults with severe breathing failure will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lungpacer Medical Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could a targeted pill boost chemo for tough blood cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether adding the drug venetoclax to standard chemotherapy helps adults with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or a related high-risk condition. About 650 participants aged 18 to 75 will receive either venetoclax or a placebo alongside chemo. …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Ulm • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a single Anti-Inflammatory injection boost jaw joint relief?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether adding a single injection of the anti-inflammatory drug meloxicam to a standard jaw joint washout procedure (arthrocentesis) improves outcomes for people with painful jaw joint problems. Half of the 50 adult participants will receive the combined treatmen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hussein Mohammed Ridha • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New drug karonudib tested in blood cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests the safety of a new drug called karonudib in up to 9 adults with blood cancers like leukemia who have no standard treatment options left. The study aims to find a safe dose and look for any signs that the drug works. It is too early to know if karonud…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Thomas Helleday Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New drug aims to halt lung damage in autoimmune patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the drug nerandomilast can slow lung scarring in people with autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or scleroderma. About 400 adults whose lung function hasn't improved with standard treatment will take either nerandomilast or a placebo twice daily…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Which surgery unlocks a locked jaw? a Head-to-Head test
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial compares two surgical techniques for treating a painful jaw condition called disc displacement without reduction, where the jaw's cushioning disc slips out of place and limits mouth opening. Participants will receive either arthroscopic lysis and lavage, a procedure th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new treatment called NT-175 for people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colon, or breast cancer) that have a specific mutation (TP53 R175H) and a certain immune marker (HLA-A*02:01). NT-175 is made from a patient's own immune cells, which are …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could lying on the stomach help infants breathe easier?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether placing infants with severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) on their stomachs (prone positioning) after surfactant treatment can improve their oxygen levels. The study involves 14 mechanically ventilated infants, comparing oxygenation an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of Vienna • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could a tiny tube spare preterm babies from breathing machines?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether giving surfactant through a small tube while babies breathe with high-flow nasal cannula support can reduce the need for invasive ventilation. The study includes infants born 2-6 weeks early who have respiratory distress. Researchers will compare outcomes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King's College Hospital NHS Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New drug aims to boost immune cells in rare blood disorder
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 study tests whether the drug mavorixafor can reduce serious infections and increase neutrophil levels in people with chronic neutropenia—a condition where the body doesn't make enough infection-fighting white blood cells. About 176 participants will receive either ma…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: X4 Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could a Centuries-Old poison become a new weapon against a blood disorder?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing whether an oral form of arsenic trioxide can safely help people with low-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) who have not improved with standard treatments. The study will first find the safest dose, then check how well it works after several cy…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Groupe Francophone des Myelodysplasies • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New inhaled therapy could help preterm infants breathe easier
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests a new inhaled medication called APC-0101 in 520 premature babies born between 26 and 33 weeks who have respiratory distress syndrome. The drug is a surfactant that helps keep tiny air sacs in the lungs open. Some babies receive the active drug through a s…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Aerogen Pharma Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New kidney drug shows promise in reducing protein leakage
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental tablet, BI 764198, in adults and some teens with four types of kidney disease that cause protein in the urine. Participants take the drug or a placebo daily for 20 weeks while continuing their usual care. The main goal is to see if the drug lowers…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New weekly shot aims to treat sleep apnea and obesity together
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests a weekly injection called eloralintide in 800 adults with moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea who are also overweight or have obesity. The study looks at whether the drug can improve sleep apnea symptoms and help with weight loss. Participants are …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a diabetes pill calm obesity's hidden fire?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether empagliflozin, a drug used for diabetes, can reduce chronic inflammation in people with obesity and metabolic syndrome. Researchers will measure immune cells and blood vessel function in 74 adults. The goal is to find a new way to lower heart disease risk…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could dimming lights and early dinners boost insulin sensitivity?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a behavioral program that reduces evening light exposure and encourages finishing meals at least four hours before bedtime can improve how the body handles sugar. Overweight adults aged 18-45 who habitually sleep less than 6.5 hours per night will be rand…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare MDS: targeted drug ivosidenib takes on standard therapy
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is for people with a rare form of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) that has a specific genetic change called IDH1 mutation. Participants have not had prior treatment with certain drugs. They will be randomly assigned to receive either ivosidenib (a daily pill) or azacit…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Institut de Recherches Internationales Servier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an Oxygen-Boosting drug help when all else fails?
Disease control AVAILABLEThis program allows doctors to request NanO₂, an investigational drug that may help deliver oxygen to tissues, for patients with serious or life-threatening conditions like glioblastoma, respiratory distress, or ischemic stroke. It is for patients who have exhausted other treatme…
Sponsor: NuvOx LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to cut transfusions for MDS patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called TAK-226 (Elritercept) in 27 Japanese adults with lower-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) who need regular blood transfusions. The goal is to see if the drug can help them go without transfusions for at least 8 weeks. Participants will receive inj…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a High-Fat diet help fight brain cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a ketogenic (high-fat, low-carb) diet can help people with newly diagnosed glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer, live longer. About 170 adults will be randomly assigned to either a ketogenic diet or standard dietary guidance, while all receive standar…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a targeted therapy tame rare kidney diseases in daily practice?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at how well the medication pegcetacoplan works and how safe it is for people with two rare kidney conditions: C3 glomerulopathy (C3G) and primary immune complex membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (IC-MPGN). Researchers will follow about 150 patients who are…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Swedish Orphan Biovitrum • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Weight-Loss drug tame PCOS hormones?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether orlistat, a weight-loss medication, can improve hormonal and metabolic features in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Women aged 18-45 with PCOS will receive either orlistat or a placebo, alongside standard lifestyle advice, for three months. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Khyber Medical University Peshawar • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which IVF protocol works best for PCOS? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two common ovarian stimulation protocols used during IVF in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). The PPOS protocol uses a progestin hormone to suppress ovulation, while the antagonist protocol uses a different drug. Researchers will track which method …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hanoi General Hospital (Vietnam) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a different immune drug cut viral infections after stem cell transplants?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a drug called ATLG, used before a stem cell transplant, can help the immune system recover better and reduce viral infections compared to the standard drug ATG. The study involves adults with blood cancers like leukemia, lymphoma, or MDS who are receiving…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Peking University First Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to stop kidney damage in membranous nephropathy
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining two immune-suppressing drugs, rituximab and cyclosporine, can safely reduce protein leakage in the urine of people with membranous nephropathy, a kidney disease where the immune system attacks the kidneys. About 30 adults with persistent high pr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New weekly shot could help sleep apnea and weight loss
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a once-weekly injection called NNC0487-0111 in 300 adults with overweight or obesity and moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea who use a breathing device. The goal is to see if the drug helps with weight loss and reduces breathing pauses during sleep. Partic…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Bacteria-Based therapy tested for leukemia relapse prevention
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new treatment called QUAIL-100, made from a live weakened bacteria, in children and young adults with high-risk leukemia or myelodysplastic syndrome who have already had a stem cell transplant. The main goal is to check safety and side effects. Only…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Laguna Biotherapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple sugar pill fix faulty telomeres? early trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing whether a combination of two natural substances, deoxycytidine and deoxythymidine, is safe for people with telomere biology disorders. These rare genetic conditions cause premature aging, bone marrow failure, and lung scarring. Up to 36 participa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Suneet Agarwal • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene therapy injection aims to save sight in rare genetic disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a single injection of AXV-101 gene therapy into one eye of 12 children and teens (ages 4-17) with Bardet-Biedl syndrome type 1, a rare genetic condition that causes progressive vision loss. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose, whi…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Axovia Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which eye drop wins the dry eye battle? a Head-to-Head test
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether Systane PRO Preservative Free eye drops are as effective as Blink Triple Care Preservative Free in relieving dry eye symptoms. Adults with mild to moderate dry eye will use one of the two drops four times a day for 30 days. Researchers will measure change…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Gordon Schanzlin New Vision • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug could ease sleep apnea and help shed pounds
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new medicine, maridebart cafraglutide, for adults with obstructive sleep apnea who are overweight or obese and already use a CPAP machine. The goal is to see if the drug can reduce breathing pauses during sleep and help with weight loss over 52 weeks. About 250…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody GEN3018 enters first human tests for tough blood cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new antibody drug called GEN3018 in people whose acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) has come back or stopped responding to treatment. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose. Up to 78 parti…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Genmab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New heart pump could help when diuretics fail in acute heart failure
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a device called Aortix, a small pump placed in the main artery, to help remove excess fluid in people hospitalized with acute heart failure who are not responding well to diuretic medications. About 320 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Procyrion • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New inhaled drug aims to stop lung infections in vulnerable blood cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental inhaled drug called PUL-042 in 100 people with blood cancers or who have had a stem cell transplant and have a viral lung infection. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo three times over six days. The goal is to see if PUL-042 can red…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Pulmotect, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New registry tracks Real-World use of PFIC drug odevixibat
Disease control Recruiting nowThis registry will follow 20 people in China with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC) who are taking odevixibat (Bylvay) as part of their normal care. The goal is to see how safe the drug is over the long term and how well it controls symptoms like severe itching…
Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a daily pill help kids with rare liver disease avoid transplant?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows 30 people with Alagille syndrome who are taking odevixibat (Bylvay) in their daily lives. The goal is to see if the drug helps them avoid serious surgeries like liver transplant or bile duct repair over the long term. Researchers will also track weight, height,…
Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New biologic XmAb657 enters first human tests for autoimmune conditions
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new biologic drug called XmAb657 in 60 people, including healthy volunteers and those with autoimmune diseases like scleroderma, Sjögren's disease, and idiopathic inflammatory myopathies. The main goal is to check safety and how the body handle…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Xencor, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New daily pill shows promise for Long-Term psoriatic arthritis control
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests the long-term safety and effectiveness of an oral drug called zasocitinib (TAK-279) in adults with active psoriatic arthritis, a condition causing joint pain and skin patches. About 1,182 participants who completed a one-year parent study will take either a lower…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study targets rare Virus-Driven inflammatory syndrome
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at a newly recognized disease called KSHV Inflammatory Cytokine Syndrome (KICS), caused by a virus that can also lead to certain cancers. Researchers aim to learn more about the disease and test experimental treatments, including antiviral and chemotherapy drugs,…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug hopes to heal painful skin ulcers in rare disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether spesolimab, given as an infusion, can help close skin ulcers in adults with pyoderma gangrenosum, a rare inflammatory skin condition. About 90 participants will receive either spesolimab or a placebo, along with corticosteroids. The trial lasts about 1.5 …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: LEO Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks Real-World safety of odevixibat in rare liver disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study will follow 30 people with Alagille syndrome who are taking odevixibat in their daily lives. The goal is to see how safe the drug is over the long term by tracking any side effects. It is not testing if the drug works, but rather monitoring its real-world safety.
Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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The eyes may hold a window to brain health: a trial tests a new marker and treatment
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether changes in retinal blood vessels can serve as a marker for cerebral small vessel disease (SVD), a common condition in older adults that increases stroke and dementia risk. The trial includes people with SVD-related conditions like CADASIL, sporadic…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Arthritis drug xeljanz XR under Real-World watch in korea
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tracks the safety and effectiveness of the arthritis drug Xeljanz XR in about 200 adults with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, or ankylosing spondylitis. Participants take the drug as prescribed by their doctor, and researchers record any s…
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks xeljanz safety in kids with arthritis
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at the safety and effectiveness of the drug Xeljanz in children aged 2 to 17 with active juvenile idiopathic arthritis or juvenile psoriatic arthritis. It is an observational study in Korean clinics, meaning doctors prescribe the drug as usual and researchers mon…
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New registry tracks Odevixibat's Long-Term impact on rare liver disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis registry will follow 10 people with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC) in South Korea who are taking odevixibat (Bylvay). The goal is to see how safe and effective the drug is over the long term in real-world use. Researchers will track side effects and how…
Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a diabetes drug boost weight-loss surgery outcomes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether combining bariatric surgery with a GLP-1 receptor agonist (semaglutide) leads to greater and more sustained weight loss than surgery alone in people with obesity. Researchers will follow 400 participants across multiple centers in China for up to t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: China-Japan Friendship Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new shot tame a rare fat disorder in kids?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether olezarsen, an experimental drug given as a weekly injection, can lower dangerously high blood fat levels in children with familial chylomicronemia syndrome (FCS). FCS is a rare genetic condition that prevents the body from breaking down fats, leading to s…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single antibody turn down the immune storm in ARDS?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether an antibody called IC14 can reduce dangerous lung inflammation in people with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), a severe condition where the lungs fill with fluid. Hospitalized patients on a ventilator receive either IC14 or a placebo, and resea…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Implicit Bioscience • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wall squats tested as a blood pressure hack for sleep apnea patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a simple isometric wall squat exercise can lower blood pressure in adults with both hypertension and obstructive sleep apnea treated with CPAP. Each participant will complete one session of wall squats and one rest-only session, with blood pressure monito…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aveiro University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Core and foot exercises may strengthen wobbly ankles — a trial puts the combo to the test
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether adding core stability training and intrinsic foot muscle exercises to conventional physical therapy can improve balance, joint position sense, and foot function in people with chronic ankle instability. Eighty adults aged 18 to 44 with a history of…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Triple-Drug rechallenge tame colorectal cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is investigating whether a combination of three drugs—irinotecan, cetuximab, and envafolimab—can control tumor growth when given again to people with metastatic colorectal cancer who had previously responded to similar treatments. The study enrolls adults whose…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Beijing Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune clues may unlock better ECMO care for lung failure patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial studies adults with moderate-to-severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) who need ECMO life support. Researchers aim to classify patients into immune-based subtypes, understand why complications like kidney injury and bleeding occur, and develop a personalized…
Sponsor: Southeast University, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a diabetes drug and nasal insulin boost brain health?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining a daily oral diabetes medication (semaglutide) with a nasal insulin spray can improve memory, thinking, and blood flow in the brain. The trial enrolls older adults with mild cognitive impairment and metabolic syndrome, a group at high risk for d…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Drug combo stop nerve tumors from turning cancerous?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is testing whether combining two drugs—selumetinib and APG-115—can help people with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) who have nerve sheath tumors that are either pre-cancerous or already cancerous. The study aims to find a safe dose and see if the combination can shrink …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: AeRang Kim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a standardized ECMO roadmap save more lives in ARDS?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether a standardized, full-course management pathway for ECMO can improve outcomes for adults with moderate-to-severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The pathway covers everything from deciding when to start ECMO through weaning and follow-up…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Southeast University, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new antiplatelet drug outperform clopidogrel after a heart attack?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase III trial tests whether vicagrel, an experimental antiplatelet drug, can prevent major heart-related events better than the standard drug clopidogrel in people with acute coronary syndrome (such as a heart attack or unstable angina) who are undergoing a stent procedure…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Jiangsu vcare pharmaceutical technology co., LTD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental biologic CND319 takes first steps toward taming autoimmune diseases
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests an experimental drug called CND319 in healthy volunteers and people with rheumatoid arthritis or Sjögren's syndrome. The main goal is to check safety and how the body processes the drug. Researchers will also look for early signs that it might help co…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Candid Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a whisper in your ear treat sleep apnea?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an in-ear device called WhisperPT that plays soft audio cues when a person sleeps on their back, encouraging them to shift position. It is designed for people with positional obstructive sleep apnea, where breathing problems are worse when lying face-up. The tria…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: SleepDev, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to outperform standard immunotherapy in bile duct cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether a combination of two experimental drugs (futibatinib and zimberelimab) plus standard chemotherapy can help people with advanced biliary tract cancer live longer compared to current standard immunotherapy combinations. The study enrolls about 784 a…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Taiho Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can the right dose and timing of steroids save more lives in ARDS?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether different doses and durations of the corticosteroid dexamethasone improve outcomes for adults with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) who are on a ventilator. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either no steroids, a low or medium…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Dual-Action pill tame the tumor behind cushing disease?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests fimepinostat, a drug that blocks two cancer-related pathways, in adults with Cushing disease caused by a pituitary tumor. The goal is to see if the drug can lower cortisol levels to normal within four weeks. The study compares two doses and includes patie…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple protein infusion save more lives from septic shock?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether giving the protein albumin together with standard intravenous fluids during the first hours of treatment can reduce deaths in people with septic shock. About 2,400 adults arriving at emergency departments with septic shock will be randomly assigned…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Asan Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Personalized pills may rescue sleep apnea patients failed by standard devices
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a drug tailored to a person's specific sleep apnea subtype can help when a mouthpiece or tongue nerve stimulator still leaves them with breathing pauses. Participants whose device did not fully control their apnea will receive either a placebo or o…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Weekly shot could help people with short bowel syndrome absorb more fluids
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase IIa trial tests whether FT1, a lab-made version of a natural gut hormone, is safe and helps reduce fluid loss in adults with short bowel syndrome. Participants receive weekly injections of FT1 or a placebo for five weeks. The study measures changes in stool weight and …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chongqing Peg-Bio Biopharm Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug pacritinib takes aim at rare inflammatory VEXAS syndrome
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 1 trial tests the safety and tolerability of pacritinib, a pill that blocks JAK2 and IRAK1, in people with VEXAS syndrome—a rare, severe autoinflammatory disorder caused by a UBA1 gene mutation. Up to 15 participants will take pacritinib daily for up to 12 cycles, star…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a daily millet porridge reshape your gut and tame metabolic syndrome?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether drinking a fiber-rich kodo millet porridge every day for 12 weeks can improve gut bacteria diversity and metabolic health in overweight or obese adults. Participants will consume a standardized porridge beverage while keeping their usual diet and a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: JSS MEDICAL COLLEGE, JSS ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND RESEARCH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune-Boosting drug aims to outsmart Hard-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 1 trial tests a new drug called GTB-3650 for adults with high-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) or acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has come back or not responded to treatment. The drug is designed to connect natural killer cells—a type of immune cell—to cancer cel…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Jaw joint relief: could a natural protein mix beat standard care?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether injecting a mixture of hyaluronic acid and I-PRF (a concentrate of healing factors from your own blood) into the jaw joint, after a cleaning procedure called arthrocentesis, can reduce pain and improve jaw movement in people with a displaced disc. Partici…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple walk improve heart health in behcet disease?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether a 12-week treadmill walking program can improve metabolic syndrome in women with Behcet disease. Participants walk for 40 minutes three times a week. Researchers measure changes in cholesterol, triglycerides, blood sugar, blood pressure, and waist …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot may lower heart risk in patients whose medications block statins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether inclisiran, an injectable medication, can lower LDL cholesterol in patients who have multiple health conditions and take many drugs that interfere with standard statin therapy. Participants must be taking five or more prescription medications and have con…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Waiting to clamp the cord: could 30 seconds save preterm babies?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares delayed cord clamping (waiting at least 30 seconds after birth) with immediate clamping in preterm infants born between 32 and 37 weeks. The goal is to see if the extra time improves early health outcomes such as breathing, anemia risk, and survival. Researche…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Faculty of Medicine of Tunis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could shorter drug pauses before shoulder surgery reduce flares without raising infection risk?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether people with rheumatic diseases (like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus) can safely stop their immunosuppressant medications for a shorter time before elective shoulder replacement surgery. The goal is to see if this approach lowers the chance of disease fl…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple nutrient shield babies from Alcohol's harm in the womb?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving choline supplements to pregnant women who drink heavily can reduce the negative effects of alcohol on their baby's growth and brain development. Choline is an essential nutrient that supports cell membranes and brain function. The trial compares da…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart healing from the inside out: resilience training may boost recovery after cardiac events
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding resilience training—a mix of group therapy and relaxation exercises—to standard rehabilitation helps people recover from Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (broken heart syndrome) or a recent heart attack. Participants attend two group therapy sessions and t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pensionsversicherungsanstalt • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a botox shot in the throat restore swallowing after stroke or Parkinson's?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether injecting Botox into the upper throat muscle (cricopharyngeus) can ease swallowing problems in people with conditions like stroke, multiple sclerosis, or Parkinson's. The muscle normally relaxes during swallowing but can become too tight in these d…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: All India Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain seizures after cardiac arrest: can early treatment save lives?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial studies whether giving anti-seizure medication to comatose patients who have brain seizure activity after cardiac arrest can improve their recovery. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either standard care alone or standard care plus a stepwise anti-seizure t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Twente • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart drug showdown: which statin spares your blood sugar?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial compares three cholesterol-lowering treatments—pitavastatin alone, pitavastatin plus ezetimibe, and atorvastatin—to see how they affect blood sugar control in people with heart disease and metabolic syndrome (but not diabetes). The main focus is on insulin resistance a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Intermittent dieting may reverse early heart risks in kids
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether intermittent dietary restrictions—either low-carb or calorie-restricted diets on two days per week—can reverse early signs of heart and metabolic problems in school-aged children aged 7 to 18. Participants have at least one risk factor like prediabetes, a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New transplant recipe aims to tame Graft-Versus-Host disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a stem cell transplant using a reduced-intensity conditioning regimen (lower doses of chemotherapy and radiation) followed by a donor stem cell infusion. The goal is to treat various blood cancers and blood disorders while lowering the risk of graft-versus-host d…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New model aims to treat opioid use disorder in mothers right at their baby's hospital bedside
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a way for mothers with opioid use disorder to receive treatment (buprenorphine) while visiting their babies in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Researchers will interview mothers and healthcare providers to understand barriers and then develop a …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could two common drugs boost sleep apnea surgery success?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether two medications—acetazolamide and eszopiclone—can improve sleep apnea outcomes when taken after soft palate surgery. The trial includes adults with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea who cannot use CPAP or oral appliances. Researchers will …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a transplant drug tame stubborn low platelets in antiphospholipid syndrome?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether sirolimus (rapamycin), an immune-suppressing drug, can safely raise platelet counts in people with antiphospholipid antibodies and persistent low platelets. Participants are randomly assigned to receive sirolimus or a placebo for six months, and those who…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Peking University First Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could stem cells restore sight in damaged eyes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether injecting a person's own bone marrow stem cells into or near the eye can help treat various retinal and optic nerve diseases, including age-related macular degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa, and glaucoma. Participants receive stem cell injections via dif…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: MD Stem Cells • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tame immune attack after stem cell transplants
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding vedolizumab to standard drugs (cyclophosphamide and tacrolimus) can prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in people receiving stem cell transplants for blood cancers like leukemia and myelodysplastic syndrome. GVHD occurs when donor immu…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a drug that targets the brain's hunger pathway help people with Bardet-Biedl syndrome?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at how well setmelanotide works in real-world settings for people with Bardet-Biedl syndrome, a rare genetic condition that causes severe obesity and constant hunger. Researchers will track changes in body mass index, cholesterol, liver fat, and quality of life i…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Tom Hühne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double strike: engineered immune cells and targeted pill take on tough leukemia
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new approach for people newly diagnosed with a specific, aggressive leukemia (Ph+ ALL). It combines a single infusion of specially engineered immune cells (CAR-T cells) with a daily targeted pill (olverembatinib). The goal is to see if this powerful one-two pun…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a simple ear stimulation device tame psoriatic arthritis?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear can help people with psoriatic arthritis. The device, called taVNS, is used for 20 minutes daily over 10 days. Researchers will measure changes in disease activity, pain, quality of life, and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Marmara University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a watchful software save ICU patients from organ failure?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a special alert system called ICU Beacon can help doctors in intensive care units detect early signs of organ failure. The study includes about 1,962 adult ICU patients and compares units using the software plus standard care to those using standard care …
Sponsor: ETH Zurich • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Tiny pacemaker, big promise: could a leadless device simplify heart pacing?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a small, leadless pacemaker placed in the heart's upper chamber (atrium) for people with sinus node dysfunction, a condition where the heart's natural pacemaker doesn't work properly. Participants receive the Aveir AR pacemaker and a loop recorder to track h…
Sponsor: Northwell Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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New wearable could make sleep apnea diagnosis easier for kids
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a wearable sensor that measures oxygen levels in the brain and limbs of children with and without obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The sensor, called near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS), is compared to standard sleep study techniques. Researchers hope it could l…
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New imaging clues could sharpen brain tumor monitoring
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial explores whether a PSMA PET scan can detect changes in glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer, after treatment with bevacizumab. About 20 adults with IDH-wildtype glioblastoma will receive PSMA scans before and after bevacizumab therapy. The goal is to see if PSMA ex…
Sponsor: Royal North Shore Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a heart MRI replace invasive scans for some heart attacks?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study explores whether performing a cardiac MRI (CMR) before the standard invasive coronary angiography (ICA) can accurately diagnose the cause of a suspected non-ST-elevation heart attack (NSTEMI). Currently, patients with NSTEMI often undergo an invasive angiogram, and if …
Sponsor: Region Stockholm • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple blood test catch Cushing's earlier?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to improve how doctors diagnose Cushing's syndrome, a condition caused by too much cortisol. Researchers will test the accuracy of the desmopressin stimulation test in 140 people aged 18-70 who have or may have Cushing's, plus healthy volunteers. Participants will…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a radioactive tracer light up hidden tumors? a new trial aims to find out
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis Phase I trial is testing an experimental imaging drug, 203Pb-RMX-VH-PIB, to see how it spreads through the body and how much radiation reaches different organs. The study includes adults with glioblastoma (a type of brain cancer) or pancreatic cancer. Participants receive a …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Radiomedix, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a chest patch outsmart sleep apnea diagnosis?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial evaluates a new chest patch sensor designed to monitor breathing movements and sleep position, which could improve the diagnosis of sleep apnea. The sensor aims to provide additional information beyond current fingertip sensors, potentially helping to distinguish betwe…
Sponsor: PranaQ Pte. Ltd. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A blood test for sleep apnea? MicroRNAs may hold the key
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether tiny molecules in the blood, called microRNAs, can serve as biomarkers for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Researchers will compare blood samples from people with moderate-to-severe OSA and those without the condition, before and after treatment wit…
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Marathon runners and heart patients put a new troponin test to the ultimate challenge
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a lab technique called polyethylene glycol (PEG) precipitation can tell the difference between a true heart attack and a harmless condition called macrotroponin, where troponin molecules clump together and falsely signal heart damage. Researchers will com…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Technical University of Munich • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New genetic test aims to sharpen blood cancer diagnosis
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study looks at a new genetic test called Caris Chromoseq for people with certain blood cancers (acute myeloid leukemia, myelodysplastic syndrome, or myeloproliferative neoplasms). The test scans the entire genome to help classify the cancer and guide risk assessment. Researc…
Sponsor: Caris Science, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ultrasound may help doctors time lifesaving lung treatment for preterm infants
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using a lung ultrasound score can help doctors decide when to give surfactant therapy to premature infants with respiratory distress syndrome. Surfactant is a substance that helps babies' lungs stay open, but giving it too late can reduce its benefit. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Connecticut Children's Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple questionnaire replace sleep lab tests for kids?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to see if a French version of the OSA-18 questionnaire can accurately identify obstructive sleep apnea in children. Parents of children aged 4 to 17 who are already scheduled for a sleep test (polysomnography) will fill out the questionnaire. The results will be c…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New imaging agent could sharpen liver cancer detection
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new radioactive tracer called 68Ga-GPC3 that targets a protein found on liver cancer cells. About 40 adults with suspected or confirmed hepatocellular carcinoma will receive both this new tracer and a standard tracer (18F-FDG) for PET/CT scans. Researchers will…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your phone diagnose sleep apnea? new trial tests app in cancer patients
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a smartphone app called Apneal can help screen for obstructive sleep apnea in people with head and neck cancer. Sleep apnea is common but often missed in these patients, and current diagnosis requires expensive equipment. Participants use the app at home …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Urine test may spot kidney danger early in septic shock
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether a urine test called Nephrocheck can predict which patients with septic shock will develop severe acute kidney injury. The test measures two markers of kidney damage (TIMP2 and IGFBP7). Researchers will analyze data from previous studies involving a…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a Low-Dose antifungal shield vulnerable patients from deadly fungal infections?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a low dose of the antifungal drug liposomal amphotericin B can prevent serious fungal infections in adults with blood cancers or who have had stem cell transplants and have a prolonged low white blood cell count (neutropenia). The trial enrolls 30 pati…
Sponsor: Haikou Affiliated Hospital of Central South University Xiangya School of Medicine • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pilot fish study: bringing HIV prevention to routine clinic visits
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether patients and doctors in a family planning clinic find it acceptable to discuss and start PrEP, a daily pill that prevents HIV. About 83 English- or Spanish-speaking patients aged 16 and older, along with their doctors, will take part. Patients will rec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Women and Infants Hospital of Rhode Island • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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A helping hand at home: could coaching parents transform Children's eating habits?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a home-based program, led by a bilingual community health worker, can improve the diet quality of preschool-aged children in low-income Hispanic families. Parents receive coaching visits, phone calls, and text messages over six months, focusing on healthy…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brown University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Postpartum blood pressure control may stop preeclampsia from leading to lifelong hypertension
Prevention Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether starting intensive blood pressure medication soon after childbirth can prevent chronic hypertension in women who had preeclampsia. Participants are randomly assigned to receive nifedipine ER when their blood pressure reaches different thresholds during th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New injection could ease jaw pain better than standard treatment
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares a new injection of liquid phase concentrated growth factor (LPCGF) to standard arthrocentesis (joint washing) for people with painful jaw clicking and limited mouth opening due to a displaced disc. Thirty-two adults aged 18-45 with unilateral disc displacement…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Horus University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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New spinal stimulator aims to ease pain after failed back surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis European study will test a new type of spinal cord stimulation device in 200 people with persistent back and leg pain after failed back surgery. The device uses a special stimulation pattern to try to reduce pain. Researchers will track pain levels and device settings to see…
Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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New hope for men battling hot flashes from prostate cancer treatment
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called fezolinetant to see if it can reduce hot flashes in men with prostate cancer who are on hormone therapy (androgen deprivation therapy). About 60 men will take either the drug or a placebo daily for 4 weeks. Researchers will track hot flash frequency…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shehzad Basaria, M.D. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Can a Weight-Loss drug ease rett syndrome?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether fenfluramine (Fintepla) can reduce behavioral and emotional symptoms in people with Rett syndrome. About 200 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 14 weeks. The study measures changes in behavior, sleep, and overall condition …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: UCB BIOSCIENCES, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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App-Based mind therapy tested for Kids' tummy troubles
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a mobile app that plays guided imagery sessions can help reduce chronic abdominal pain in children aged 7 to 12. Participants listen to 10-15 minute audio sessions five days a week for eight weeks, alongside their usual care. The goal is to see if this ap…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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New eyeglass attachment could soothe dry eyes in just two hours
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a disposable silicone device that clips onto eyeglasses to trap moisture around the eyes. Thirty-five adults with mild to moderate dry eye will wear it for two hours. Researchers will measure tear film stability, tear volume, and symptom changes before and after …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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New study tests online therapy to ease stress for parents of kids with RASopathies
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), delivered through a smartphone app, can help caregivers of children with RASopathies (like Neurofibromatosis type 1 and Noonan syndrome) cope with parenting stress. The trial is fully remote and involves 70 adult c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could piano practice sharpen the brains of children with FASD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether daily music training—either piano practice or listening to music—can improve behavior and thinking in children with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD). Each child will do both activities for 12 weeks each, in a random order, with tests before and afte…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Mind Research Network • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to cut short sickle cell pain attacks
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an investigational drug called CSL889 in 70 adults and adolescents with sickle cell disease who are having a painful vaso-occlusive crisis. The goal is to see if the drug can safely shorten the crisis and reduce the need for strong pain medicines. Participants wi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: CSL Behring • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can computer games clear the fog? new study tests brain training for ME/CFS
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two brain-training programs for adults with ME/CFS who experience brain fog. Both programs include computer games and a mild nerve stimulation device, but one focuses on processing speed and daily tasks while the other emphasizes relaxation and healthy habits.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New app aims to boost CPAP use for sleep apnea sufferers
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis Mayo Clinic study tests a smartphone app called SleepWell24 to help people with obstructive sleep apnea use their CPAP machine for at least 6 hours a night, 6 nights a week. The app connects to a smart plug and a Fitbit to track CPAP usage, sleep time, and activity. Research…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a bone drug ease CRPS pain? large trial underway
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether the drug neridronate, given as four IV infusions over 10 days, can reduce pain and other symptoms of complex regional pain syndrome type 1 (CRPS-1). About 270 adults with CRPS in one limb will receive either the drug or a placebo. The main goal is…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ambros Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Healing harmonies: music therapy aims to ease stem cell transplant recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an online music therapy program that combines mindfulness and music to help people recovering from stem cell transplants for blood cancers. Researchers want to see if it can improve quality of life, reduce pain, fatigue, anxiety, and depression, and possibly spee…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New support program aims to boost CPAP use in stroke rehab
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether extra support—like personalized mask fitting, monthly phone calls, and a tracking app—helps stroke patients with sleep apnea use their CPAP machine more consistently during rehab. About 250 participants will be randomly assigned to either this intensive s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A helping hand for dialysis: can coaching reduce the emotional toll?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 6-week nurse-led self-management program can reduce dialysis-related distress in people receiving hemodialysis. The program includes weekly one-on-one sessions focusing on fluid control, diet, medication adherence, and coping with symptoms. Half of the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kutahya Health Sciences University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a daily powder ease PCOS symptoms? a trial puts it to the test.
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a dietary supplement called MILAMEND Hormone Balance can improve quality of life and hormonal health in women aged 18-40 who have PCOS or likely have it. Participants take the supplement or a placebo daily for several months, tracking their menstrual cycl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mila Mend Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can specialized exercises help bowlers with shoulder instability?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether closed kinetic chain exercises or Thrower's Ten exercises better reduce pain, improve mobility, and boost performance in young male bowlers with shoulder instability. Participants will follow a six-week program. The goal is to find which approach offers b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Talking about the end: could guided conversations reduce futile cancer treatments?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests a program called ACT, which trains doctors and nurses to have compassionate, structured conversations with blood cancer patients and their families about end-of-life care. The goal is to help patients understand their prognosis and make informed decisions, potent…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Christoffer Johansen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New eye drop BUFY01 takes on SVS20 in dry eye showdown
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a new eye drop, BUFY01, works as well as an existing one, SVS20, for people with dry eye disease. About 80 participants will use one of the two drops daily for three months. Researchers will check eye health and ask about symptoms to see if the treatments…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: TRB Chemedica International SA • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Early jaw exercises may prevent lockjaw in cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether closely watching jaw movement and starting physical therapy early can prevent or reduce trismus (jaw tightness) in people receiving radiation for head and neck cancer. Thirty adults will be checked weekly during treatment and given jaw exercises if their …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New stimulation pattern could ease tough back pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new way to use an already-approved spinal cord stimulator to treat chronic, hard-to-manage back and leg pain. The device sends mild electrical pulses to the spine, and the new setting (called TVP-SCS) varies the timing of those pulses. Researchers will enr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Scientific Corporation • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can magnetic pulses ease depression and pain together?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS can improve symptoms of major depression and chronic pain at the same time. Fifty-four adults with moderate depression and pain will receive 30 sessions of active rTMS over several weeks. Researchers …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Acupressure tested as cough relief for lung cancer survivors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether acupressure can reduce coughing and related symptoms like shortness of breath and fatigue in lung cancer survivors. Eighty participants will either perform acupressure for 8 weeks or receive an educational booklet. Researchers will track changes in cough …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a few needles ease your jaw pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding dry needling to standard physical therapy helps people with jaw pain (TMJ dysfunction). One hundred adults will either get standard rehab alone or rehab plus dry needling. Researchers will measure pain, jaw movement, and quality of life to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Palacky University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to find safer way to help preemies breathe
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two methods of giving surfactant, a medicine that helps premature babies breathe. One method uses a thin tube, the other uses a small airway device. The goal is to see which method causes fewer breathing problems and complications in infants born at 29 weeks o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an online course ease fatigue in autoimmune disease?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an online wellness course that teaches diet, exercise, stress reduction, and self-care to people with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, Sjogren's syndrome, and similar conditions. Researchers want to see if the program reduces fatigue and improves quality of life. Abo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Terry L. Wahls • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ear-Zapping device may ease pain and opioid withdrawal
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a wearable device worn on the ear that stimulates nearby nerves to change brain signals. The goal is to see if it can reduce chronic pain and ease symptoms of opioid withdrawal. Adults aged 18 to 65 with chronic pain who are tapering off opioid medication will re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug trial hopes to ease fragile x symptoms in boys and men
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called MRM-3379 in males aged 13 to 45 with Fragile X Syndrome. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can improve symptoms like learning and behavior. Participants will take the drug or a placebo for 12 weeks. The study is currently recr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mirum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple hydrogen drink ease chronic fatigue?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether drinking hydrogen-rich water for 16 weeks can reduce fatigue and improve physical functioning in people with ME/CFS (chronic fatigue syndrome). Half of the 80 participants will receive the active supplement, while the other half gets a placebo. The study …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Friedberg • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can fermented kimchi capsules calm an irritable gut?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking kimchi powder capsules for 8 weeks can improve gut health in adults with diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-D). Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either kimchi powder or an identical placebo, and researchers will tra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pusan National University Yangsan Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New shot for stubborn constipation pain enters Mid-Stage trial
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an injected drug called brenipatide in 342 adults with irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C). Participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for about 35 weeks. The goal is to see if brenipatide safely reduces abdominal pain and improves bowe…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New shot could ease IBS-D symptoms in major trial
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 study tests whether brenipatide, given as an injection under the skin, can safely reduce abdominal pain and improve stool consistency in adults with diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-D). About 531 participants will receive either the drug or a placeb…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Micro-Choices, macro impact? a novel behavioral approach takes on fatigue
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a program built around small, deliberate choices — called micro-choices — can help people with persistent fatigue, including those with long COVID. Participants attend a four-day group workshop and receive three weeks of digital support to build new habit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New pill aims to take the edge off quitting weed
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new medication called PP-01 to help adults with cannabis use disorder manage withdrawal symptoms when they stop using cannabis. About 420 participants will receive PP-01, an existing drug (nabilone), or a placebo daily for 34 days, with a one-week hospital stay…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: PleoPharma, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a High-Tech Hot-Cold wrap beat a classic whirlpool for chronic pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a device that combines hot and cold therapy with gentle compression can reduce pain, swelling, and improve hand function in people with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) after a hand or wrist injury. Half of the participants will use this combined the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to tame flushing and diarrhea in rare cancer syndrome
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether the experimental drug paltusotine can reduce flushing and diarrhea in adults with carcinoid syndrome caused by neuroendocrine tumors. About 141 participants will receive either paltusotine or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. The study measures how mu…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Crinetics Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a website ease the emotional toll of stem cell transplants?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a specially designed website, called Mosaic, can help blood cancer patients who are about to undergo a stem cell transplant feel less distressed and have a better quality of life. Participants are randomly assigned to use either the Mosaic website or a st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Music before bed may ease Alzheimer's agitation, new study hopes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether listening to music in the evening can help people with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders fall asleep faster and behave more calmly. Researchers will compare music therapy to audiobooks in 48 adults living in secure care units. The goal is to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ancient herbal mix put to the test against fibromyalgia pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether Yangyin Roujin Formula, a Chinese herbal blend, can reduce pain and improve quality of life in people with fibromyalgia. Sixty adults with fibromyalgia will receive either the herbal formula or a placebo for 12 weeks. Researchers will also collect blood, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Juan Jiao • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nasal spray could make contact lenses more comfortable
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a nasal spray called Tyrvaya (varenicline solution 0.03 mg) can improve comfort for people who wear daily disposable contact lenses and experience dryness. Participants use the spray twice a day while keeping their lenses in. The study measures changes in…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ocular Aesthetics, LLC dba Ocular Clinical Trials • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new eye drop soothe dry eye? a trial puts TRYPTYR to the test
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether TRYPTYR, an experimental eye drop, can reduce symptoms and improve eye surface health in adults with dry eye disease. Participants will use the drops twice daily for 30 days. Researchers will measure changes in symptom scores and eye staining patte…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One therapy to tackle two conditions: a trial combines exposure and habit reversal for tourettic OCD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a therapy that blends Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) with Habit Reversal Training (HbRT) can reduce both obsessive-compulsive and tic symptoms in adults with Tourettic OCD — a subtype where OCD and tic disorders overlap. Standard treatments usuall…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University College London Hospitals • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A common antidepressant may tame anxiety in kids with autism and ADHD — a trial puts it to the test
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether sertraline, a widely used antidepressant, can reduce anxiety in children and teens aged 8 to 17 with neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism, ADHD, Fragile X syndrome, and Tourette syndrome. Participants receive either sertraline or a placebo for seve…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a walk a day keep brain fog away after a stem cell transplant?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a tailored physical activity program can help older adults maintain thinking and memory after a stem cell transplant for blood cancers. Participants aged 60 and older will follow a progressive, light-to-moderate exercise plan with support from therapists …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nebraska • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A smartphone app may ease fibromyalgia — a 360-person trial investigates
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a smartphone app called STANZA, which delivers a type of talk therapy known as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), can improve daily function and well-being in people with fibromyalgia. Researchers will compare three groups: those using the app plus …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fundació Sant Joan de Déu • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Jaw muscle signals may predict unwanted tooth shifts from sleep apnea devices
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether measuring jaw muscle activity can predict dental changes caused by mandibular advancement devices (MADs) used for obstructive sleep apnea. About half of people stop using MADs due to unwanted tooth movements. Researchers will track 118 adults over …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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App-Based exercise may boost immune health in antibody deficiency
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 12-week, app-guided exercise program is safe and practical for adults with primary antibody deficiencies—conditions where the immune system struggles to fight infections. Researchers will track how many people join and finish the program, how often they…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain scans may reveal why behavioral therapy helps some teens with tics
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a structured behavioral therapy called CBIT can help children and teens aged 10–17 with chronic tics (Tourette syndrome or persistent tic disorder) gain better control over their symptoms. Participants receive 8 weekly CBIT sessions, learning to replace t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Social coaching may ease anxiety and autism traits in rare chromosome conditions
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a 10-session group program called Social Management Training can improve mental health, executive function, and social skills in adults aged 16 to 69 who have sex chromosome aneuploidies (extra or missing sex chromosomes). Participants complete questionna…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Oslo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lullabies as medicine: can music ease opioid withdrawal in newborns?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether music therapy can help newborns who are withdrawing from opioids they were exposed to before birth. Researchers will try six different music-based approaches, including parent-sung lullabies and rhythmic sounds, to see if they calm the babies and improve …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a gentle forehead zap during sleep ease ADHD in kids with fetal alcohol exposure?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a device that gently stimulates the forehead during sleep can help children aged 8 to 12 who have ADHD linked to prenatal alcohol exposure. The device, already cleared for general pediatric ADHD, is used at home by parents each night for four weeks. Resea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for the exact FODMAPs that trigger IBS pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study investigates which specific types of FODMAPs (carbohydrates found in many foods) cause abdominal pain in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Participants follow a low-FODMAP diet and then add back individual FODMAP subtypes to see which ones worsen pain. Stool …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: David Reed • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could deep breathing exercises help women with PCOS sleep better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether diaphragmatic breathing exercises can improve sleep quality in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Fifty-four women aged 25-35 with PCOS and poor sleep will practice breathing exercises three times a week for eight weeks. The study measu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Adly A Adam • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could cutting calories quiet the ringing? diet trial targets tinnitus in behcet disease
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether a 12-week low-calorie diet can reduce tinnitus (ringing in the ears) in people who have both Behcet disease and obesity. Twenty participants will follow the diet, and researchers will measure changes in tinnitus severity, discomfort, and quality of…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mindful breathing may retrain the brain to turn down pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a short breathing and attention training (BAT) session can improve how the brain handles pain in people with fibromyalgia and in healthy volunteers. Participants will rate painful and non-painful sensations before and after BAT or a control breathing exer…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple ear device ease fibromyalgia pain and fatigue?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive device that stimulates a nerve in the ear can help people with fibromyalgia. Participants use the device for 30 minutes daily over four weeks. The goal is to see if it reduces pain, fatigue, and other symptoms by calming the body's stress r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Roma La Sapienza • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can simple eye drops soothe dry eyes? new study puts OTC brands to the test
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares three different over-the-counter lubricating eye drops in people with dry eye disease. Researchers will measure how well each drop is tolerated, how much it improves symptoms like discomfort and blurry vision, and its effect on daily visual function. The trial…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Andover Research Eye Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could specially treated water ease fibromyalgia pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether drinking plasma-activated water—water treated with light and nano gold particles to create smaller water clusters—can safely improve symptoms in people with fibromyalgia, a condition causing widespread pain. Researchers will measure changes in bloo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Taipei Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Massive study aims to uncover cancer secrets in rare bone marrow diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis natural history study follows up to 4,000 people with inherited bone marrow failure syndromes (IBMFS) and their families to learn why they are prone to certain cancers. Researchers will track health over time, collect genetic samples, and look for clues that separate those w…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Scientists seek genetic clues to mysterious fever diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about the genetics and natural history of autoinflammatory diseases, which cause repeated fevers and inflammation. Researchers will study up to 5,000 people, including patients, their relatives, and healthy volunteers. Participants provide blood and …
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Rare gene study aims to unlock kidney cancer risks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at a rare inherited condition called Birt-Hogg-Dube (BHD) syndrome, which raises the risk of kidney cancer. Researchers will collect blood, saliva, and tissue samples from up to 950 participants to find the genes involved and understand how kidney tumors grow. Th…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Scientists dig into skin bugs to unlock eczema secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at the tiny organisms living on our skin—like bacteria and fungi—and how they might differ in people with eczema (atopic dermatitis). Researchers will collect skin samples from healthy volunteers and patients aged 2 to 40 with moderate to severe eczema, as well a…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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New study aims to unlock secrets of rare cholesterol diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis natural history study is observing up to 250 people with Smith-Lemli-Opitz syndrome and related cholesterol disorders, as well as their relatives. Researchers will track symptoms, development, and lab results over several years to find better ways to measure disease progress…
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Can genes explain brain malformations?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand the genetic causes of brain development disorders, including Aicardi syndrome, polymicrogyria, and Dandy-Walker malformation. Researchers will analyze genetic data from 2000 participants with these conditions, all confirmed by MRI. The goal is to use…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Scientists track rare gene variant to unlock blood disorder mysteries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people of all ages who have or may have a RUNX1 gene variant, which can cause bleeding problems and increase the risk of blood cancers. Researchers will collect medical history, blood samples, and bone marrow over many years to understand how the condition deve…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Scientists seek clues on white blood cell behavior in allergies and parasites
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how and why eosinophils (a type of white blood cell) become active in conditions like allergies, asthma, and parasitic infections. Researchers will observe up to 800 people aged 1 to 100 with high eosinophil levels. No experimental treatments are giv…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Can your genes predict eye damage from a common arthritis drug?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether certain genes make some people more likely to develop eye damage from the drug Plaquenil, which is used for autoimmune diseases like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. Researchers will compare people who have had eye damage from Plaquenil with those who h…
Sponsor: National Eye Institute (NEI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Scientists launch major study to unravel mysteries of rare immune diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand the causes and progression of Common Variable Immunodeficiency (CVID) and related inborn errors of immunity. Researchers will observe up to 500 patients over time using blood tests, imaging, and other exams. The goal is to find better ways to diagnos…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic clues behind childhood pituitary tumors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to uncover the genetic causes of pituitary and hypothalamic tumors in children. Researchers will collect blood and tumor samples from up to 2,000 participants to analyze DNA and look for inherited patterns. The study also trains doctors and tests new MRI technique…
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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New screening trial aims to speed up matching of cancer patients to the right treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to screen patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) by analyzing their bone marrow and blood for specific biomarkers. The goal is to quickly match patients with a treatment trial that targets their cancer's unique mark…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Cancer tissue bank opens to fuel research
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects tissue and fluid samples from up to 5,000 cancer patients to help researchers learn more about cancer and develop new tests and treatments. Samples are taken from routine procedures or from extra biopsies done just for research. The goal is to build a resource…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Scientists investigate rare overgrowth disorder proteus syndrome
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand the genetic and biological causes of Proteus syndrome, a rare condition causing abnormal growth of bones, skin, and other tissues. Researchers will follow up to 1,500 participants over time, using medical exams, imaging, and blood tests to track how …
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Massive heart study seeks 5,000 volunteers to uncover hidden risks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about heart and blood vessel diseases by observing people who have them or are at risk. Researchers will collect samples and perform tests like imaging and stress tests on up to 5,000 participants, including healthy volunteers and relatives of affect…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Scientists launch major study to unravel rare bone disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows up to 500 people with polyostotic fibrous dysplasia or McCune-Albright syndrome to learn how these conditions change over time. Researchers will collect medical data and tissue samples to better understand the disease. The goal is to improve future diagnosis an…
Sponsor: National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Massive study aims to unlock mysteries of rare blood vessel disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows up to 4,000 people with vasculitis (a group of diseases that cause blood vessel inflammation) and healthy volunteers over many years. Researchers collect blood, urine, imaging, and genetic samples to learn how the disease develops and changes. The goal is to fi…
Sponsor: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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20,000 volunteers needed to decode immune disease genetics
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will analyze DNA from up to 20,000 people, including those with immune disorders and their relatives, to find genetic variants linked to conditions like atopy, autoimmunity, and primary immunodeficiency. Researchers will also study how best to return genetic results to…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Scientists bank tumors and blood to unlock cancer secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood, urine, saliva, and tissue samples from nearly 6,000 people who have or may have cancer, including rare inherited forms. The samples are stored and used for research to understand the genetic and molecular basis of cancer. No new treatment is being teste…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Could your genes raise your melanoma risk? new study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how genetics and environmental factors contribute to melanoma, a serious skin cancer. Researchers will enroll up to 3,000 people with a personal or family history of melanoma or related conditions. Participants will fill out questionnaires, provide b…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Scientists seek clues to fungal infections in immune system study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why some people are more prone to fungal infections, especially from Candida yeast. Researchers will collect blood, saliva, urine, and tissue samples from people with immune disorders, their family members, and healthy volunteers. No treatment is giv…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Sickle cell study aims to uncover disease patterns
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows up to 3,500 people with sickle cell disease to learn more about how the condition progresses and what complications arise. Participants receive their usual medical care outside the hospital and visit the clinic for check-ups and research tests. No experimental …
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Gene hunt in peru: could ancestry hold key to autoimmune diseases?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to uncover genetic changes that cause autoimmune diseases in people native to Peru. Researchers will collect blood, urine, and stool samples from 300 participants, including patients with conditions like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, their family members, and he…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Could a simple blood test replace heart scans for sarcoidosis?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will collect blood samples from 115 adults with cardiac sarcoidosis to look for tiny particles called exosomes that might show whether the disease is active or quiet. The goal is to develop a simple blood test that could help doctors monitor the condition without needi…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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AI may foresee lung complications after liver surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to build a digital early-warning system that uses machine learning to predict acute lung injury (ALI) in patients undergoing major liver surgery. By analyzing cardiopulmonary interaction characteristics, the model could help doctors identify at-risk patients early…
Sponsor: Beijing Tsinghua Chang Gung Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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NIH launches major study to unlock secrets of rare bone diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to collect information and bone samples from up to 1,000 people with bone or mineral disorders, such as tumor-induced osteomalacia or familial tumoral calcinosis. Participants receive standard medical evaluations and may provide bone tissue from surgery or a biops…
Sponsor: National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 03:00 UTC
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Can freezing ovarian tissue help people with turner syndrome or early menopause have kids?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether freezing ovarian tissue can help preserve fertility in people aged 2-21 with conditions like Turner syndrome, galactosemia, or premature ovarian insufficiency. Participants may have surgery to remove and freeze a gonad, with a small piece used for rese…
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New questionnaires could help NF1 patients voice appearance concerns
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is developing questionnaires to measure how visible tumors in neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) affect patients' appearance concerns. About 110 participants, including children, adults, and caregivers, will complete surveys and join focus groups or interviews to give feed…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cured of cushing as a kid? scientists want to track your health for years
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at the long-term health of people who were cured of Cushing disease before age 21. Researchers want to understand how past high cortisol levels affect the body and mind years later. Participants will complete surveys and have check-ups every 5 years. The goal is …
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks rare muscle disorders to improve future care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 75 people aged 6 months or older with congenital myasthenic syndromes (CMS), a group of inherited disorders that weaken communication between nerves and muscles. Over up to 7 visits in 5 years, researchers will use physical exams, heart and lung tests, MRIs, an…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists track families to unlock secrets of inherited kidney cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows families with a history of inherited kidney cancer to learn more about the disease's genetic causes and how it progresses. Researchers will collect blood, tissue, and urine samples from affected individuals and their relatives. The goal is to identify new genes…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch major study to unravel rare genetic conditions
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about RASopathies, a group of genetic conditions that can cause developmental issues, birth defects, and increased cancer risk. Researchers will follow up to 500 people of any age who have or may have a RASopathy, along with their family members, for…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to catch mesothelioma early in High-Risk families
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 300 adults aged 30 and older who have or may have a BAP1 gene mutation, which raises the risk for mesothelioma and other cancers. Researchers will use advanced CT scans, blood tests, and minimally invasive camera procedures to look for early signs of cancer. Pa…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a quick CPAP boost help preterm babies breathe better?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether briefly increasing the air pressure from a CPAP machine before giving surfactant therapy helps preterm babies' lungs work better. Surfactant is a natural substance that helps immature lungs stay open, and it's often given through a thin tube. The trial wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study seeks to uncover links between ALS and dementia
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study screens 360 adults with neurodegenerative disorders like ALS, frontotemporal dementia, and progressive supranuclear palsy. Researchers will use medical history, physical exams, memory tests, movement analysis, MRI scans, and other tests to find common features and diff…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive lung disease registry aims to unlock secrets of progressive fibrosis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis registry is following 3,000 adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) or other chronic fibrosing interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) to understand how these conditions progress over time. Researchers collect information on symptoms, treatments, quality of life, and store…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Egypt launches major study to track rare genetic disorder NF1
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a disease registry that will collect information from 200 people in Egypt who have neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1), a genetic condition that causes tumors to grow on nerves. The goal is to understand how the disease progresses over time, what treatments patients rece…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study screens for hidden genetic marker in mysterious mast cell disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find how common the KIT D816V mutation is in people with suspected clonal mast cell disease. Researchers will collect blood samples from 450 participants and test them using two sensitive methods. The results may improve understanding and diagnosis of these rar…
Sponsor: Blueprint Medicines Corporation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Frailty check may steer safer cancer care for seniors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether simple frailty assessments can predict how older patients (60+) with acute leukemia or MDS will fare after intensive treatments like chemotherapy, CAR T-cell therapy, or stem cell transplants. Researchers will track frailty status and compare outcomes …
Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria and fiber fermentation: key to understanding IBS?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how gut bacteria and diet affect symptoms in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Researchers will measure bile acids, short-chain fatty acids, and gut microbes in stool samples from 72 adults with IBS and healthy volunteers after a controlled diet. Par…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study hopes to spot cancer early in NF1 patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is for people aged 3 and older with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1), a genetic condition that often causes noncancerous nerve tumors. About half of people with NF1 get these tumors, and sometimes they turn cancerous. Researchers want to test a new method to predict whic…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wheat sensitivity linked to fatty liver? a new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether people with non-celiac wheat sensitivity (NCWS) have a higher chance of having fatty liver or liver scarring. Researchers will compare liver health in people with NCWS to those with irritable bowel syndrome, functional dyspepsia, and celiac disease. Th…
Sponsor: University of Palermo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists track families with rare gene mutation to uncover cancer clues
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people with inherited BAP1 gene mutations, which raise the risk of mesothelioma and other cancers. Researchers will track participants over many years, collecting medical history, blood samples, and scans to understand how these mutations lead to cancer. The go…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we measure the progression of childhood myotonic dystrophy well enough to test new therapies?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows children with congenital or childhood myotonic dystrophy over time to see how their symptoms change. Researchers will test a range of assessments, from walking speed and hand strength to language and quality of life, to find the best ways to measure the disease…
Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a new drug calm the gut and stop IBS pain?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a new drug called UCB8600 can stop mast cells in the gut from overreacting, which may cause pain in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Researchers will take gut tissue from 60 people (some with IBS, some healthy) and treat it with UCB8600 in t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Guy Boeckxstaens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New device for leg clots tested in first human survey
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study surveys doctors who use the Liberant system to remove fresh blood clots from leg arteries and veins. About 50 patients aged 22 or older will be treated within 72 hours of their procedure. The goal is to confirm the device is safe and works as intended.
Sponsor: Medtronic Endovascular • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple urine test may forecast brain cancer recurrence
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood and urine samples from 200 adults with glioblastoma (a type of brain tumor) who are receiving radiation therapy. Researchers want to see if levels of two proteins, VEGF and MMP, can predict whether the tumor will come back within one year. The goal is to…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood platelet trends may reveal hidden risk in autoimmune disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether changes in platelet counts over time can serve as a dynamic biomarker for disease severity and survival in people with antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), an autoimmune condition that increases blood clot risk. Researchers will track platelet counts f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: New Valley University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple nutrient fix power plants in cells of septic shock patients?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding certain nutrients to blood cells from people with septic shock can help restore the cells' energy-making machinery (mitochondria). Researchers will collect blood samples from 55 patients in the ICU and test these nutrients in the lab. The goal i…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Angers • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists dive deep into the roots of a mysterious lung disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) damages the lungs at the cellular and genetic level. Researchers will follow up to 2,000 participants, including women with LAM and healthy volunteers, using advanced imaging and lab tests. The goal is to find the p…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists dig into why skin tumors grow in rare disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why people with tuberous sclerosis, a rare genetic condition, develop non-cancerous skin tumors. Researchers will examine up to 400 adults, perform skin exams, and take small tissue samples (biopsies) from tumors. The goal is to identify the cells and genetic …
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart scans may unlock hidden risks in minority communities
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking at whether advanced heart imaging, especially cardiac MRI, can help identify the cause of cardiomyopathy and predict risks like death or heart failure in a diverse group of patients. The research focuses on adults in the Bronx, including many from Hispanic a…
Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch major study to unravel mysterious metabolism disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about rare disorders that affect how the body processes chemicals called pyrimidines and purines. These disorders can cause problems in the brain, blood, kidneys, and immune system, ranging from mild to life-threatening. Researchers will compare test…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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PCOS study hunts for genetic clues behind severe insulin resistance
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out whether some women diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) actually have a rare genetic condition causing severe insulin resistance. Researchers will compare 25 women with a known LMNA gene mutation (linked to lipodystrophy) to 50 women with cl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple blood test predict clot risk in antiphospholipid syndrome?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study asks whether autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) is linked to a higher risk of blood clots in people with antiphospholipid syndrome (APS). Researchers will compare the number of thrombotic events in APS patients who have AIHA versus those who do not. The study will enro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: New Valley University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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High-Resolution brain scans aim to unmask Tau's role in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a special PET imaging tracer, [18F]PI-2620, can detect tau protein buildup in the brains of people with Parkinson's disease, including those with a genetic form linked to the LRRK2 gene. About 60 participants will undergo high-resolution brain scans …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a patient registry unlock the secrets of a rare bone disorder?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a registry to collect medical information from people with rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata (RCDP) and closely related conditions. The goal is to better understand the natural history of these rare disorders and identify factors that may predict health outc…
Sponsor: Nemours Children's Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Worldwide data pool could pave the way for mitochondrial disease trials
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a global registry for people with mitochondrial disorders—rare diseases that affect energy production in cells. By collecting health data from 6,000 participants worldwide, researchers aim to understand how these diseases progress and identify the best ways to …
Sponsor: LMU Klinikum • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can blood and urine markers reveal how rare kidney diseases progress?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people with rare inherited forms of kidney stones and chronic kidney disease, such as primary hyperoxaluria, cystinuria, and Dent disease, to learn how these conditions develop over time. Researchers will measure markers of inflammation in blood and urine and t…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch major study to uncover secrets of kidney autoimmunity
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows up to 2000 people with immune-related kidney diseases, such as nephrotic syndrome and lupus nephritis. Researchers will collect medical history, lab tests, and blood or urine samples to better understand these conditions. The goal is to learn more about causes …
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study to reveal hidden pancreatic issues in alagille syndrome patients after transplant
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out how often exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) occurs in people with Alagille syndrome who have had a liver transplant. About 30 participants aged 7 to 50 will eat a high-fat diet and collect stool samples for lab testing. The results will help doct…
Sponsor: Digestive Care, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria during infection may flag IBS risk
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how a Campylobacter gut infection changes the bacteria and lining of the bowel, and whether these changes can help identify who might later develop irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Researchers will follow people with a confirmed Campylobacter infection who do n…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists probe immune System's role in chronic disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the body's innate immune system responds to certain environmental exposures by measuring inflammation markers in blood. Researchers will collect blood samples from up to 725 healthy volunteers aged 18-45 to analyze how specific genes and proteins react. Th…
Sponsor: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists track Sjogren's disease to unlock its secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 300 people with Sjogren's disease (or symptoms) over time to learn how the condition starts and progresses. Participants undergo exams, saliva and tear tests, and questionnaires during several visits. No treatment is given; the goal is to gather data and sample…
Sponsor: National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NF2 patients wanted for Decade-Long observation study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 269 people with neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) for up to 10 years to learn how the disease progresses. Participants will have yearly exams, MRI scans, hearing tests, and blood draws. The goal is to understand tumor growth, hearing loss, and speech or swallowing…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genes behind rare eye conditions
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to uncover the genetic causes of a group of eye conditions called MAC (microphthalmia, anophthalmia, and uveal coloboma), which can lead to vision loss or blindness. Researchers will collect DNA samples from 600 people—both those with MAC and their close relatives…
Sponsor: National Eye Institute (NEI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches deep dive into gulf war illness mystery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand Gulf War Illness (GWI), a condition affecting up to 210,000 veterans with symptoms like fatigue, pain, and memory problems. Researchers will compare 85 Gulf War veterans—some with GWI and some without—through extensive tests including blood draws, sc…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Sleep apnea treatment may shield aging brains from memory loss
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether successfully treating moderate-to-severe sleep apnea can improve memory and reduce biological markers linked to Alzheimer's disease in older adults. About 200 cognitively healthy people aged 55-85 will either receive immediate sleep apnea treatment or …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: California Pacific Medical Center Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Scientists launch deep dive into rare bleeding and lung disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome (HPS), a rare inherited disease that causes light skin/eye color, bleeding problems, and often deadly lung scarring. Researchers will follow 600 people with HPS and their family members to track how the disease progres…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Why are some women with turner syndrome fertile? scientists launch genetic hunt
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a large genetic database of people with Turner syndrome, a rare condition where a person is missing all or part of an X chromosome. Researchers want to compare the genes of women with Turner syndrome who are fertile with those who are not. Up to 500 part…
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can we predict lung failure in children by measuring their breathing effort?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether measuring the physical effort of breathing in children with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) can predict how the disease will progress. Researchers will use advanced, non-invasive monitoring tools to track breathing drive, effort, and lun…
Sponsor: Universidad Nacional Andres Bello • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Researchers check safety of stent grafts used in aortic aneurysm surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks back at medical records of 105 people who had a minimally invasive surgery called BEVAR to treat complex aortic aneurysms. Researchers want to see if two types of stent grafts (TUVA BX and iCover) are safe and work well. No new treatments are given; the study jus…
Sponsor: JOTEC GmbH • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Scientists hunt for biomarkers to unlock DM1 treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1,000 adults with myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) over time to measure how the disease progresses. Researchers will track walking speed, hand muscle relaxation, grip strength, heart and lung function, and daily activity. The goal is to establish reliable biomar…
Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Scientists to unravel trust in intellectual disability
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how people with Down syndrome and Fragile X syndrome decide who to trust. Researchers will use eye-tracking and behavioral tasks to measure how participants read faces, behaviors, and detect deception. The goal is to understand the brain mechanisms behind trus…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune cell clues: could t-cells explain hidden CVID complications?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why some people with Common Variable Immunodeficiency (CVID) develop complications not caused by infections. Researchers will test whether a type of immune cell called peripheral helper T-cells (Tph) helps faulty B-cells produce antibodies that lead to these c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New video aims to ease tough hormone decisions for BRCA patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether an educational video can help women with BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations make more informed decisions about hormone replacement therapy after having their ovaries and fallopian tubes removed to lower cancer risk. Fifty premenopausal women scheduled for thi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists track rare family condition to uncover hidden clues about blood disorder
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows about 50 members of a family with a rare inherited condition called familial hypereosinophilia, where high levels of a type of white blood cell can damage the heart and nerves. Researchers will track participants over many years with yearly checkups, blood test…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for gene behind rare kidney cancer syndrome
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to uncover the genetic causes of hereditary leiomyomatosis renal cell cancer (HLRCC), a condition that can lead to painful skin bumps, uterine fibroids, and kidney tumors. Researchers will study people with known or suspected HLRCC and their family members to iden…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could tuning into your body help tackle sleep apnea?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether how well people with obstructive sleep apnea notice and interpret body signals is linked to their breathing, fatigue, shortness of breath, and sleep quality. Researchers will measure body awareness with a questionnaire and compare it with lung function…
Sponsor: Karabuk University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Rare disease mystery: can tracking SPLIS patients unlock its secrets?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people with SPLIS, a rare inherited metabolic condition, to map its natural history—how the disease unfolds over time. Researchers will track growth, organ function, quality of life, and survival in about 28 participants. The goal is to understand the full rang…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch massive tumor repository to unlock cancer secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects extra blood, urine, and tumor samples from children and adults with certain cancers to build a large tissue repository. Researchers will analyze these samples to learn more about the genetic and molecular makeup of these tumors. The goal is to support future s…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can brown fat help burn calories? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at brown adipose tissue (BAT), a type of body fat that may help burn energy and improve metabolism. Researchers want to understand how BAT works and how it changes when people take a drug called mirabegron. The study involves 100 adults aged 18-40 with a BMI betw…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches study to map brain changes in kids with rare genetic disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how the brain develops in children with Williams syndrome or 7q11.23 duplication syndrome, compared to healthy children. Researchers will use MRI scans and cognitive tests to track changes over time. The goal is to learn how these genetic variations …
Sponsor: National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive study aims to unlock secrets of parathyroid diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows up to 3,000 people who have, are at risk for, or are related to someone with a parathyroid disorder. Researchers will collect medical records, questionnaires, and samples like blood and saliva to learn what causes these conditions and how they change over time.…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches study to uncover genetic roots of Hormone-Driven high blood pressure in black communities
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find the genetic causes of primary aldosteronism, a condition where adrenal tumors cause high blood pressure, in Black individuals. Researchers will enroll 1150 participants, including those with difficult-to-control blood pressure or known primary aldosteronis…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden cancer clues in families
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn how genes and the environment contribute to rare tumors and cancer risk in individuals and families. Researchers will collect medical histories, genetic samples, and health data from up to 500 participants of all ages. No treatment is given; the goal is t…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden genes behind hereditary cancers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects tissue samples, medical data, and family histories from over 1,100 people being screened for colorectal or endometrial cancer. Researchers hope to discover new genes and mechanisms that increase cancer risk, especially in hereditary cancer syndromes. The goal …
Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch Decade-Long quest to unravel rare stroke disorder
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 155 adults with CADASIL, a genetic condition that narrows small blood vessels and raises the risk of strokes and dementia, over nine years. Researchers will use brain scans, blood tests, and other exams to track how the disease changes blood vessels and thinkin…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lying left or right? study tests best position for ARDS recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how lying on your left side, right side, or back affects lung function in adults with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) after abdominal surgery. Researchers will use a special imaging technique called electrical impedance tomography to measure how wel…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple blood test tell two forms of a clotting disorder apart?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at three blood markers — mean platelet volume (MPV), platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR), and neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) — in people with antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), an autoimmune condition that raises the risk of blood clots and pregnancy complicat…
Sponsor: New Valley University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can better understanding of womb shape anomalies improve fertility outcomes?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1,500 women with mullerian anomalies — differences in the shape or structure of the uterus, cervix, or vagina. Researchers aim to learn how these variations affect fertility, pregnancy, and the success of surgical treatments. The goal is to improve diagnosis an…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV and fatty liver: a hidden link under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 250 people newly diagnosed with HIV and 161 healthy volunteers over five years to see who develops metabolic fatty liver disease (MASLD). Researchers use annual blood tests, ultrasounds, and FibroScans to measure liver fat and stiffness. The goal is to uncover …
Sponsor: Yaşar Bayındır, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can tracking brain changes over time unlock the secrets of frontotemporal dementia?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis long-term study follows people with or at genetic risk for frontotemporal lobar degeneration (FTLD), a group of brain disorders that cause changes in behavior, language, and movement. Researchers will use brain scans, memory tests, and blood samples to measure how the diseas…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple questionnaire spot hidden sleep apnea in millions?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study aims to measure how common obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is in community populations, patients with conditions like hypertension or diabetes, and special groups in China. Participants will fill out a screening questionnaire, and some will undergo sleep mo…
Sponsor: Kang Wu • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple exercise test may unmask hidden artery damage in CKM syndrome
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether blood pressure changes during a routine exercise test can signal stiff arteries in people with Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) syndrome. Researchers will measure blood pressure before and after exercise and use ultrasound to check aortic stiffnes…
Sponsor: Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple blood test unlock the secrets of brain autoimmune diseases?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to discover biological markers (biomarkers) that could help doctors diagnose and track neurological autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis, myasthenia gravis, and Guillain-Barre syndrome. Researchers will analyze samples from 50,000 people, including patie…
Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can mapping the Blood-Brain barrier in brain tumors unlock new clues?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to characterize blood-brain barrier disruption in people newly diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. Researchers will use advanced MRI scans, blood tests for barrier and nerve injury markers, and analysis of tumor tissue removed during surgery. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Patrick Morris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can PCOS change the brain? scientists look inside for answers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses MRI scans to compare brain structure, blood flow, and thinking skills in women with and without polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Researchers want to understand whether PCOS affects overall brain health in reproductive-aged women. Participants complete two visits …
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple social check improve leukemia care?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether screening adults with leukemia for social needs (like housing or food) and offering early social work help is practical and helpful. About 80 newly diagnosed patients will either get the screening and consultation or usual care. The goal is to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can digital tools better track disability in a rare nerve disease? a new study aims to find out.
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study follows about 200 people in the United States who have chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) and still experience disability despite at least three months of standard treatment. Researchers will track changes in disability scores and ex…
Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which scope method spots precancerous polyps best in FAP pouches? a head-to-head trial aims to find out.
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis trial compares two ways of inspecting the ileo-anal pouch during routine surveillance in adults with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP): dye-based chromoendoscopy (spraying a blue dye) versus virtual chromoendoscopy (using special light filters). The goal is to see which t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: London North West Healthcare NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood tests may one day replace sleep studies for apnea
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether certain proteins and other substances in the blood can help identify and track obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a common disorder linked to heart and metabolic problems. Researchers will compare blood samples from 120 adults—some with moderate-to-sev…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of Bialystok • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can mapping rare genetic variants unlock better care for autism-related disorders?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis international online study collects medical, behavioral, and developmental information from people with rare genetic changes that are linked to autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. By partnering with families, researchers aim to build a detailed database to improve…
Sponsor: Simons Searchlight • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could the gut hold the key to calming autoinflammatory Flare-Ups?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether gut bacteria and the chemicals they produce influence inflammation in people with autoinflammatory diseases such as FMF, CAPS, and MKD. Researchers will analyze stool and blood samples from 300 patients to measure gut-derived metabolites and assess…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A single blood test may reveal whether a gene tied to transplant outcomes influences psoriatic arthritis risk.
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares the prevalence of the HLA B leader gene in 658 people with psoriatic arthritis and a healthy control group. Researchers will also look at the related HLA B27 gene. The goal is to see whether this genetic marker, already known to affect outcomes in bone marrow …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a biobank unlock secrets of rare kidney stone diseases?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a biobank of blood, urine, and tissue samples from people with rare kidney stone diseases—primary hyperoxaluria, cystinuria, APRT deficiency, and Dent disease—and their family members. By storing these samples, researchers hope to enable future studies that cou…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Growth hormone treatment under Long-Term watch in thousands of children
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tracks the long-term safety and effectiveness of the growth hormone treatment Growtropin-II in children with short stature. It includes up to 5,000 children with growth hormone deficiency, idiopathic short stature, Turner syndrome, or those born small for gestational a…
Sponsor: Dong-A ST Co., Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists probe the mysterious crash that defines ME/CFS
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates post-exertional malaise (PEM), the hallmark symptom of ME/CFS, where even minor activity triggers severe symptom worsening. Researchers will compare 50 ME/CFS patients with 50 healthy volunteers matched by age, sex, and activity level. Participants undergo…
Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria byproducts may tame inflammation and shield the brain
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) — substances naturally produced by gut bacteria — can reduce inflammation and protect thinking skills. Healthy adults receive either SCFA capsules or a placebo, then a low dose of a bacterial substance that briefly activate…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI model could predict who needs a lung transplant for rare emphysema
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a prediction tool for people with emphysema caused by alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency, a rare genetic disorder. Researchers will analyze clinical data, lab results, and lung CT scans from 230 patients to identify those at highest risk of death or needing …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mapping tic patterns could lead to personalized therapy for tourette syndrome
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tracks how tic symptoms change in 30 youth aged 12-17 with Tourette syndrome or chronic tic disorders. Participants receive 8 sessions of behavioral therapy (CBIT) and complete daily surveys, wear a device to track physiology, and perform weekly tasks. The goal is to i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New registry aims to unlock mysteries of Pregnancy-Related aortic tears
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a national registry in China that will track 500 women who experience an aortic dissection (a tear in the main artery) during pregnancy or within 12 weeks after giving birth. Researchers will collect information on treatments and outcomes for both mothers and babies…
Sponsor: DeltaHealth Hospital · Shanghai • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene mapping of childhood blood cancers could unlock personalized treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis research study collects and analyzes blood and bone marrow samples from children and young adults with leukemia, myelodysplastic syndrome, or myeloproliferative syndrome. By reading the genetic instructions in these cancer cells, scientists hope to understand why the disease…
Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists probe the mechanics of E-Cigarette withdrawal to find better quit strategies
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates what happens when exclusive e-cigarette users stop vaping, focusing on withdrawal symptoms like cravings, mood changes, and sleep disruption. Researchers will give participants either a nicotine patch or a placebo patch to see how nicotine affects these sy…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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PET scans reveal hidden brain inflammation in rare movement disorder
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses advanced PET scans and blood tests to examine brain inflammation and white matter damage in people with corticobasal syndrome, a rare movement and thinking disorder. Researchers will compare these brain changes across different subtypes of the condition and agains…
Sponsor: Jennifer Whitwell • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could muscle proteins reveal hidden muscle loss in diabetes and obesity?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether proteins released by muscles, called myokines, can serve as early warning signs or even causes of muscle loss (sarcopenia) in people with metabolic or endocrine conditions like diabetes, obesity, and Cushing syndrome. Researchers will measure myoki…
Sponsor: Cliniques universitaires Saint-Luc- Université Catholique de Louvain • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Safer anesthesia for kids? study hunts for ideal ciprofol dose
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find the best dose of ciprofol, a new anesthetic similar to propofol but with fewer side effects, for placing a laryngeal mask airway (a type of breathing tube) in children aged 1 to 12. Children undergoing short surgeries will receive ciprofol along with a sta…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple blood test reveal hidden immune failure in septic shock?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates why some patients with septic shock develop a weakened immune system after the initial crisis, making them prone to further infections. Researchers will analyze blood samples from 305 intensive care unit patients to find biological markers that indicate im…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden liver danger in Cushing's syndrome may reverse after cortisol cure
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how common fatty liver disease is in people with Cushing's syndrome, a rare condition caused by too much cortisol. Using MRI and FibroScan, researchers will measure liver fat at diagnosis and again one year after cortisol levels return to normal. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Angers • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Global registry aims to crack the code of rare kidney stone diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects medical information from people around the world who have one of four rare hereditary kidney stone diseases: primary hyperoxaluria, Dent disease, cystinuria, or APRT deficiency. By gathering data from many patients, researchers hope to better understand how th…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden trigger? study probes whether common chemicals spark tumors in genetically vulnerable people
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether exposure to certain chemicals found in the environment, home, or workplace can increase the risk of developing paraganglioma tumors in people who carry an inherited SDHx gene mutation. Researchers will compare chemical exposure histories between mu…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Genetic hunt for hidden causes of mysterious inflammatory diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to better understand VEXAS syndrome and other autoinflammatory conditions by analyzing participants' DNA from blood, saliva, or skin samples. Researchers hope to discover new genetic variants that cause or contribute to these diseases. The study enrolls people of …
Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smarter ventilator monitoring could prevent lung injury in ICU patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether advanced monitoring of breathing patterns can help prevent lung damage in intensive care unit (ICU) patients who need a ventilator for reasons other than lung failure, such as coma or sepsis. Researchers will use special sensors to track airway pressure, …
Sponsor: Istituto Clinico Humanitas • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood markers may forecast survival in intensive care patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether measuring certain immune and inflammatory markers in the blood can help predict how critically ill patients will fare. Researchers are following 200 adults in intensive care who have infections, have had major surgery, or have weakened immune systems. …
Sponsor: University of Turin, Italy • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can better testing unlock the secrets of a rare lung disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how well current tests, including a simple breath test called nasal nitric oxide (nNO) testing, can diagnose Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD), a rare genetic condition that affects the lungs and sinuses. Researchers will collect and analyze data from people ov…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Real-World watch on ph+ leukemia treatments aims to uncover best paths to remission
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows adults aged 18 and older who have a specific type of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ ALL) and are receiving a combination of targeted drugs (BCR::ABL1 inhibitors) along with chemotherapy, steroids, or antibody therapy. Researchers will track how long patients…
Sponsor: Versailles Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Camera during sleep may reveal best surgery for apnea
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates a technique called drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE) to examine the upper airway in adults with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who are considering surgery. Participants receive a mild sedative (propofol) to induce sleep, then a thin camera is passed throu…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple questionnaire unmask Fibromyalgia's hidden emotional toll?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study evaluates a questionnaire called the Emotional Allodynia Questionnaire (AEQ), which measures how people with fibromyalgia react emotionally to everyday social cues. Researchers want to see if the tool can reliably identify fibromyalgia and tell it apart from other type…
Sponsor: University of Bari • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive global registry aims to unlock secrets of rett syndrome
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a large registry of people with Rett syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that causes severe intellectual and physical disabilities. Researchers will collect information from doctors and caregivers to understand how the disease progresses over time. The goal is to…
Sponsor: International Rett Syndrome Foundation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny tube reveals how much oxygen really reaches preterm lungs
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at preterm infants who need breathing support from a machine called nasal CPAP. Researchers want to find out how much oxygen actually reaches the baby's lungs by placing a small tube in the back of the mouth and using soft bands around the chest to measure lung e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Arkansas • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI reads brain scans to predict tumor survival before surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores whether a computer algorithm can analyze resting-state MRI scans taken before surgery to predict how long a person with glioblastoma multiforme (a type of brain cancer) might survive. The goal is to see if the algorithm can accurately classify patients as shor…
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genes that protect the lungs
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find the genes that keep airways healthy and understand how genetic mutations cause primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD), a rare disease that leads to serious lung problems. Researchers will study people with suspected PCD and healthy family members. The goal is to…
Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Skin clues could unmask rare nerve disease in kids
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at children under 15 with neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2), a rare genetic condition that causes nerve tumors. Researchers want to see if skin and mouth lesions can help diagnose NF2 earlier than current methods, which rely on hearing, nerve, and eye symptoms. By e…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New registry aims to unlock secrets of cancer in older adults
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis research study creates a registry of older adults with cancer to collect information about their health, treatments, and outcomes. Participants complete a geriatric assessment and allow researchers to follow their medical records. The goal is to better understand how cancer …
Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Registry aims to unlock secrets of rare brain tumor in NF1 patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a registry of medical records, scans, and surveys from adults with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) who also have a glioma brain tumor. Researchers will track diagnosis, treatments, and quality of life over time to better understand the disease. The goal is to im…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a gut infection trigger food allergies in IBS?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether a gut infection called Brachyspira causes IBS symptoms by making the immune system overreact to certain foods. Researchers will use advanced imaging to identify which foods trigger reactions in the gut. Participants will eliminate those foods for f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Magnus Simrén • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood bank aims to predict leukemia risk in MDS patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study gathers blood and bone marrow samples from 150 adults with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), a blood disorder that can turn into acute leukemia. Researchers want to find biological markers that help predict which patients are likely to progress to leukemia. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Could a chatbot help close the gap in genetic cancer testing?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares a smartphone chatbot to usual care for collecting family history and identifying women at high risk for hereditary cancer syndromes. Participants are English-speaking gynecology patients aged 18 and older who have not had prior genetic testing. The goal is to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Scientists dig into past cases to unlock secrets of Guillain-Barre syndrome
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study reviews the medical records of 100 adults who were treated for Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) at a single hospital in Switzerland. The goal is to better understand how often GBS occurs, what symptoms and nerve problems people have, what treatments they receive, and how …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Gut-Brain connection in IBS: scientists hunt for clues to anxiety and depression
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates how the gut and brain communicate in people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) who also experience anxiety or depression. Researchers will compare 100 IBS patients with anxiety or depression to 100 healthy volunteers using brain scans, stool samples, and …
Sponsor: Tang-Du Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Blood sugar swings after a heart attack may reveal hidden dangers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether blood sugar patterns, measured continuously with a wearable sensor, can predict serious heart problems in the year following a heart attack. Researchers will enroll 850 people hospitalized with acute coronary syndrome and track their glucose levels…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Exercise rewires fat tissue at the cellular level, study hints
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates how exercise affects the structure and function of fat tissue in adults aged 18-40 with obesity or metabolic syndrome. Participants are randomly assigned to either an exercise program or a sedentary control group. All undergo a 10% weight loss phase, then …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC