Duke University
Clinical trials sponsored by Duke University, explained in plain language.
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Could this vaccine stop future coronavirus outbreaks?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new vaccine designed to protect against multiple coronaviruses, including COVID-19 and its variants. Fifty-one healthy adults aged 18-55 will receive two doses to check safety and immune response. The goal is to develop a broadly protective vaccine …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Cancer survivors get a health boost when primary care joins the team
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether having a cancer survivor's regular doctor work closely with their cancer team can help manage other health problems like high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. About 800 adults with certain cancers (like breast, prostate, or lung) and at …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Could a simple drink boost exercise in heart failure patients?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether a special ketone drink can help people with a type of heart failure (HFpEF) exercise better. Twenty adults will try the drink or a placebo for 8 weeks, then switch. The main goal is to see if the drink improves exercise capacity and heart function.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New registry aims to improve pregnancy outcomes for women with rheumatic diseases
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is a registry that collects information from people with rheumatic or autoimmune diseases who are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Researchers will gather data from medical records and surveys to learn what factors affect pregnancy outcomes, such as preterm birth or pre…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Home rehab after stroke: a game changer?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether stroke patients who do high-intensity rehab at home recover just as well as those who go to a rehab facility. Researchers will follow 500 patients who choose home rehab and compare their progress to patients who went to inpatient rehab. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:05 UTC