Cambridge University Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust
Clinical trials sponsored by Cambridge University Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust, explained in plain language.
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New drug duo targets aggressive pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining two existing cancer drugs (pembrolizumab and olaparib) can help control advanced pancreatic cancer that has spread and has specific genetic features. The trial will enroll 20 patients who have already tried one prior treatment. Researchers will …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 02:11 UTC
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Can eating in a 9-Hour window fix your metabolism?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether time-restricted eating—limiting all daily food intake to a 9-hour window—can improve heart and metabolic health in people with obesity and prediabetes. It will involve 100 participants who will follow this eating pattern for 12 weeks without trying t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Could new weight loss drugs replace blood pressure pills?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis pilot study compares two approaches for treating high blood pressure in young adults who are overweight or obese. Researchers will test whether new weight loss medications (like tirzepatide) can lower blood pressure more effectively than standard treatments that use blood pr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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Could a pill that calms brain inflammation slow Parkinson's?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is testing whether a new drug called dapansutrile can slow the progression of Parkinson's disease by reducing inflammation in the brain and body. Researchers will enroll 36 people with early-stage Parkinson's to take either the drug or a placebo pill daily for six mont…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 11, 2026 14:54 UTC