Drexel University
Clinical trials sponsored by Drexel University, explained in plain language.
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Video games for weight loss? new trial tests gamified app for men
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a gamified mobile health program, including a neurotraining video game, can help overweight men lose weight. 228 men will use either a standard mHealth app or a fully gamified version with team competition and digital rewards. The goal is to see if gamifi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Drexel University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Weight loss coach: a new way to beat obesity?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a patient navigator (a weight loss counselor) can help adults with overweight or obesity choose and stick with an evidence-based weight loss program. 68 participants will work with a navigator for 12 months. The goal is to see if this support improves wei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Drexel University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Writing away HIV risk: trauma therapy boosts PrEP in Drug-Using women
Prevention OngoingThis study tests a program called TIARAS, which combines a reward system for staying drug-free and on PrEP (HIV prevention pills or shots) with expressive writing about past trauma. The goal is to see if this approach lowers HIV risk in women who inject drugs. 219 women from Phil…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Drexel University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New outreach program targets mental health gaps in latino communities
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a community-based program called CRISOL Mente to help Latinos in the Philadelphia area with depression, anxiety, or PTSD. The program uses outreach workers to connect people to mental health care and support. Researchers will measure if symptoms improve after six…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Drexel University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Home workout program aims to boost mental health in spinal cord injury
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether an 8-week group exercise class done over video can improve psychological and social well-being in people with spinal cord injury. The class is tailored for wheelchair users and co-led by someone with lived experience. Researchers will measure changes in m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Drexel University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC