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This trial tests whether specially modified T cells from a partially matched donor can help patients recover their immune system faster after a stem cell transplant. The T cells are engineered with a 'suicide gene' that allows doctors to destroy them if they cause graft-versus-ho…

This study tests a new approach for people receiving a stem cell transplant from a partially matched family donor. The donor's immune cells (T cells) are modified in the lab to include a 'suicide gene' that can be activated by a drug if the cells attack the patient's body, causin…

This early-phase trial tests a new cell therapy for people with hard-to-treat T-cell leukemia or lymphoma. Researchers take a patient's own immune T-cells, modify them in the lab to recognize and attack cancer cells carrying the CD7 protein, and infuse them back. The main goals a…

This study tests a tumor vaccine combined with daily low-dose chemotherapy for children whose high-risk neuroblastoma has returned or not responded to standard treatment. The vaccine is designed to train the immune system to recognize and attack neuroblastoma cells, while the low…

This early-phase trial tests a new therapy for Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma that has returned or not responded to standard treatment. Researchers take a patient's own immune cells, train them in the lab to recognize five cancer-specific proteins (tumor-associated antigens), a…

This early-phase trial tests a new cell therapy called ANCHOR for people with B-cell lymphoma or leukemia that has returned or not responded to treatment. The therapy uses immune cells from a healthy donor that are engineered to recognize and attack cancer cells carrying the CD19…

This study looks at whether people with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) who have had a stable, deep response to treatment for at least two years can safely stop taking their daily targeted therapy (TKI). It involves 17 adults who have been on TKI for over three years. The main goa…

This study tests a 10-week program called Healthy Dads, Healthy Kids for Hispanic families in Houston. Dads aim to lose weight, while kids increase physical activity through group sessions and joint exercise. About 187 fathers and their children are taking part to see if the prog…

This early-phase study tests a new treatment for advanced osteosarcoma and neuroblastoma that has not responded to standard therapy. Researchers take a patient's own immune cells (T cells), add a gene to help them recognize and attack cancer cells, and combine them with a chicken…

This trial tests a video-based counseling program for adolescents living with HIV in Malawi. About 1,800 teens and their treatment supporters will either receive the video intervention or standard care. The goal is to see if the videos help teens take their medication regularly a…

This early-phase trial tests a new type of immune therapy for children with neuroblastoma that has come back or not responded to treatment. Researchers take a patient's own T cells, add new genes to help them recognize and kill neuroblastoma cells and survive longer, then infuse …

This study looks at whether a 26-week behavioral weight loss program called 'Paso a Paso' is practical for Mexican and Central American adults with fatty liver disease and overweight. Researchers will track attendance, weight loss, liver stiffness, and diet changes in 50 particip…

This study tests a new treatment for cancers linked to the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), such as Hodgkin lymphoma and nasopharyngeal carcinoma. The treatment uses immune cells from healthy donors that are specially trained to attack EBV-infected cells. These cells are stored in a ban…

This study in Malawi tests whether chewing xylitol gum three times a day during pregnancy can improve gum health and change the bacteria in the mouth and vagina. Researchers will also check if it reduces pregnancy complications and affects babies' brain development. 80 pregnant w…

This early-phase trial tests a new experimental treatment called CATCH T cells in up to 12 adults with certain solid tumors (like liver cancer or Wilms tumor) that have returned or not responded to standard care. The cells are the patient's own T cells, genetically modified in th…

This early-phase study tests a new treatment for people with certain B-cell blood cancers (lymphoma, ALL, or CLL) that have returned or not responded to standard therapy. The treatment uses the patient's own T cells, which are modified in the lab to recognize and attack cancer ce…

This study tests two minimally invasive fetal surgery techniques for repairing neural tube defects (spina bifida) in the womb. One method uses a Durepair patch to reinforce the repair, while the other does not. Researchers aim to see if the patch leads to a thicker repair and few…

This early-phase study tests a new treatment for people with Hodgkin or non-Hodgkin lymphoma that has returned or not responded to standard therapy. Researchers take a patient's own immune cells (T cells), add a special receptor that targets the CD30 protein found on lymphoma cel…

This early-stage trial tests whether specially trained immune cells (T cells) that are resistant to a cancer's defense protein (TGF-beta) can safely fight EBV-positive nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Fourteen patients with relapsed or hard-to-treat cancer will receive these gene-modifi…

This early-phase trial tests whether specially engineered immune cells (HER2-specific CAR T cells) can safely treat advanced sarcoma that has not responded to standard treatments. Up to 36 participants will receive an infusion of their own modified T cells, with some also getting…

This early-phase trial tests a new immunotherapy called AGAR T cells in children with solid tumors such as liver cancer, Wilms tumor, and rhabdomyosarcoma that have returned or not responded to standard care. The cells are made from the patient's own T cells, which are geneticall…

This study looks at whether a protein supplement called carnitine can reduce hardening of the arteries in teenagers at high risk for future heart disease. About 90 teens aged 11-21 with high triglycerides will take carnitine or a placebo. Researchers will measure artery stiffness…

This early-phase study tests a new treatment for people with certain blood cancers (lymphoma or leukemia) that have returned after a stem cell transplant. Researchers take immune cells called T cells from the original stem cell donor, modify them to recognize and attack cancer ce…

This study tests a stem cell transplant method that removes certain immune cells from the donor's blood to lower the chance of graft-versus-host disease (GvHD), a serious complication. It involves 3 patients with blood cancers or non-cancerous blood disorders who lack a perfectly…

This early-phase trial tests whether specially trained immune cells (T cells) that are made resistant to a tumor's defense chemical can safely fight relapsed EBV-positive lymphoma. Eight patients will receive two injections of these modified cells, 14 days apart, at increasing do…

This study tests a new type of immune therapy for people with certain blood cancers (CLL, lymphoma, or multiple myeloma) that have come back or not responded to treatment. Researchers take a patient's own T cells, add a special receptor that targets a protein called kappa on canc…

This study tests whether a non-invasive forehead device called Cefaly, already approved for migraines, can reduce seizures in veterans with drug-resistant epilepsy. Twenty-four veterans will be split into two groups: one gets standard care plus the device, the other gets standard…

This early-phase trial tests whether specially trained immune cells from a donor can safely target and kill cancer cells in people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) after a stem cell transplant. The cells are grown in a lab to recognize four prot…

This early-phase trial tests a new type of cell therapy for adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has returned or not responded to standard treatment. The therapy uses the patient's own T cells, which are modified in the lab to recognize and attack leukemia cells carrying…

This early-phase trial aimed to test whether adding the drug 5-azacytidine (AZA) to standard steroid treatment could protect gut stem cells in patients with gastrointestinal graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), a serious complication after a donor stem cell transplant. The study pla…

This early-phase trial tests a new experimental treatment called GAP T cells in children and young adults with liver cancer that has come back or not responded to standard therapy. The cells are made from the patient's own immune T cells, which are genetically modified to recogni…

This early-phase trial tests a new approach for people with HER2-positive brain tumors that have come back or not responded to standard treatment. Researchers take the patient's own T cells, attach a special antibody (anti-HER2) to them, and inject these 'CAR T cells' directly in…

This study is looking for better ways to find HPV-related throat and anal cancers early in men. Researchers are testing whether a blood test or a simple mouth rinse can spot signs of the virus that might lead to cancer. They plan to follow 1,500 men over time to see if these test…

This study tests an advanced ultrasound otoscope, a device that uses sound waves to look inside the ear and detect fluid behind the eardrum. Researchers will compare its readings to the surgeon's findings during ear tube surgery in 300 children up to 12 years old. The goal is to …

This study looks at better ways to find and prevent tuberculosis (TB) in people living with HIV. Researchers will test a new screening method and offer patients a choice of TB preventive medicines with extra support like text reminders. The goal is to improve TB detection and hel…

This study tests whether mailing a self-sampling HPV test kit to Asian and underserved women can increase cervical cancer screening rates. Participants receive a kit to collect a sample at home and send it back for testing, along with phone support. The goal is to make screening …

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

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

This study tests whether a series of four short educational videos (each under 7 minutes) can help parents of adolescents with anorexia feel more confident and less stressed. About 50 parent-teen pairs will either receive standard care or standard care plus the videos. Researcher…

This study aims to help mothers of babies in intensive care cope with depression, anxiety, and stress while also addressing basic needs like food and housing. About 200 caregivers of infants up to 6 months old will receive emotional support and referrals to community resources. T…

This study compares a new bipolar knife to a standard monopolar knife for removing colon polyps using a procedure called endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD). About 80 adults with colon growths will be randomly assigned to one knife. Researchers will measure how fast the proced…

This study aimed to see if a synthetic THC pill (Marinol) could safely reduce chronic pelvic pain in women with endometriosis. It planned to enroll up to 75 women aged 18-64 and give them THC or a placebo for 8 weeks. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were …

This study compares two low-intensity family treatments for children aged 7-13 with anxiety or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD): internet-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and a parent-led reading program. Both are delivered via telehealth and compared to a relaxati…

This study planned to test whether giving ear acupuncture during wrist fracture surgery could lower the amount of opioid painkillers patients need afterward. It was designed for adults aged 18–64 having a specific type of wrist repair. However, the trial was withdrawn before enro…

This study planned to test whether adding ear acupuncture to standard pain management could reduce opioid use after surgery for lower leg fractures. It was designed for adults aged 18–64 undergoing ankle or foot fracture repair. However, the trial was withdrawn before enrolling a…

This study tests whether Invisalign clear aligners can safely straighten teeth in people with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), a condition that makes bones brittle and dental work risky. About 57 participants aged 12 to 40 with mild to moderate teeth misalignment will receive treatm…

This study aims to learn more about the genetic changes that cause Goltz syndrome, a rare condition that affects the skin, bones, eyes, and other organs. Researchers are collecting blood samples from up to 84 people with the condition and their parents to analyze their DNA. No tr…

This study looks at whether simple blood tests and special scans can detect liver scarring in people with urea cycle disorders. Researchers will enroll 62 participants across five U.S. centers. The goal is to find noninvasive ways to monitor liver health, avoiding the need for li…

This early study tests an adaptive deep brain stimulation (aDBS) system in 2 people with severe, treatment-resistant OCD. The device records brain signals to identify patterns linked to OCD distress and stimulation side effects. The goal is not to treat OCD now, but to gather dat…

This study tests an adaptive deep brain stimulation (aDBS) system in just 3 people with severe, treatment-resistant OCD. The device is implanted in the brain and chest, and it aims to detect brain signals linked to OCD distress and adjust stimulation automatically. The main goal …

This study aims to find the genetic changes that cause some women to have repeated molar pregnancies (abnormal growths in the womb). Researchers will analyze DNA from blood and tissue samples of up to 100 women and their relatives. The goal is to discover new genes linked to this…

This study tests a brief home visitation program for pregnant and postpartum women. Half of the 450 participants will receive at least two free home visits from a community health worker, who will provide resources and tools to prepare for the baby. The other half will receive st…

This study looks at whether taking supplements that boost glutathione, a natural antioxidant, can help memory in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Sixty participants will take either the active supplements or a placebo for 12 weeks, then stop for another 12 weeks to se…

This study examines lung and heart function in 18 adults with osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), also known as brittle bone disease. Researchers want to understand why breathing problems are the leading cause of death in OI. Participants will undergo lung function tests and chest imag…

This study looks at whether giving oral care with breast milk (or sterile water if breast milk is not available) can improve feeding tolerance and gut bacteria in newborns with gastroschisis, a rare abdominal wall defect. Researchers will follow 27 infants in the NICU to see if t…

This study follows about 51 premature infants (born before 37 weeks and weighing 2.75 pounds or less) who received donor human milk in the NICU. Researchers want to see how these babies grow and develop after they go home. The goal is to learn whether an exclusive human milk diet…

This study follows up on extremely low birth weight infants (under 1000 grams) who received either a standard or high-protein diet while in the NICU. Researchers want to see if the higher protein diet leads to better growth, body composition, and neurodevelopment at 18-24 months …

This study looks at teeth misalignment and neck defects in people with moderate to severe osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), a rare condition that causes bones to break easily. Researchers will use scans of the teeth, jaw, and neck to measure these problems in 75 participants aged 10 …

This study is testing whether a urine test can help identify different genetic types of osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), a rare condition that causes bones to break easily. Researchers will measure certain collagen peptides in the urine of 25 people with OI. If successful, this coul…