Charite University, Berlin, Germany
Clinical trials sponsored by Charite University, Berlin, Germany, explained in plain language.
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New CAR-T therapy takes on tough rheumatoid arthritis in Head-to-Head trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new treatment called CAR-T cell therapy against a standard drug, rituximab, in people with active rheumatoid arthritis that hasn't improved with other treatments. The goal is to see if CAR-T cells are safe and can reduce harmful antibodies linked to the disease…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Charite University, Berlin, Germany • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:30 UTC
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Digital assistant could stop post-surgery confusion in seniors
Prevention OngoingThis study tests a digital decision-support tool to help doctors follow guidelines that prevent postoperative delirium (sudden confusion after surgery) in patients aged 70 and older. About 845 participants will be monitored for up to 5 days after elective surgery to see if the to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Charite University, Berlin, Germany • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Can a social-skills group boost standard therapy for depression and anxiety?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares standard cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) alone to CBT plus a group program called Kiesler Circle Training (KCT) that focuses on improving interpersonal skills. Researchers want to see if adding KCT helps people with depression or anxiety disorders interact …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Charite University, Berlin, Germany • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:39 UTC
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Can a heart pill get long COVID patients moving again?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether vericiguat, a drug already approved for heart failure, can improve physical function and reduce fatigue in people aged 18-50 with post-COVID syndrome. About 104 participants will receive either vericiguat or a placebo for 10 weeks. The goal is to see if t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Charite University, Berlin, Germany • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:16 UTC
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Space suit zaps muscles to keep astronauts fit
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a special body suit that uses mild electric pulses to stimulate muscles during exercise on the International Space Station. Eight astronauts will wear the suit during their workouts to see if it helps prevent muscle loss and stiffness in microgravity. Researchers…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Charite University, Berlin, Germany • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:30 UTC
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Massive study links common meds to hospital falls
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at over 900,000 hospital patient records to find out which medications might make older adults more likely to fall. Researchers are checking a German list of risky drugs (PRISCUS) and looking for other medicines that could be added. The goal is to help doctors pr…
Sponsor: Charite University, Berlin, Germany • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:41 UTC
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Brain surgery clues: new study aims to predict memory risks in Parkinson's patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at 30 people with Parkinson's disease who are scheduled for deep brain stimulation (DBS). Researchers will test brain scans, thinking tests, and other measures before surgery and at 3, 12, and 60 months after to see which factors predict memory or thinking proble…
Sponsor: Charite University, Berlin, Germany • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 05, 2026 11:52 UTC