David W. Roberts
Clinical trials sponsored by David W. Roberts, explained in plain language.
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Can a simple dye help surgeons see brain tumors in real time?
Diagnosis OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether a fluorescent dye called fluorescein can help surgeons identify brain tumor tissue during an operation. About 30 adults with suspected glioma will receive the dye before surgery, and the surgeon will look for glowing areas through a special micros…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: David W. Roberts • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Glow-in-the-dark dye could help surgeons remove brain tumors completely
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether a drug called 5-ALA can make brain tumor cells glow during surgery, helping surgeons see and remove the entire tumor. About 540 adults with brain tumors will receive 5-ALA before surgery, and doctors will measure how well the glow matches actual tumor tis…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: David W. Roberts • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC