Duke University
Clinical trials sponsored by Duke University, explained in plain language.
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Doctors prescribe groceries in group weight loss experiment
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether group medical appointments with food deliveries help people manage their weight better than online programs. 43 adults with obesity were randomly assigned to either attend 8 weeks of group visits with cooking classes or complete online nutrition modules,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 20, 2026 16:13 UTC
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Gene test may help pick safer painkillers after surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether testing people's genes before surgery can help doctors choose pain medicines that work better and are safer. About 1,600 adults and children having planned surgeries were randomly assigned to get either gene-guided pain treatment or standard care. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 19:37 UTC
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Hospital cleaning study tests Germ-Fighting power of enhanced disinfection
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether using a stronger disinfectant that stays active for 24 hours can lower the amount of germs on surfaces in hospital rooms. Researchers compared this enhanced cleaning to standard practices in 475 adult patient rooms. The goal was to see if the new meth…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 19:37 UTC