Florida Atlantic University
Clinical trials sponsored by Florida Atlantic University, explained in plain language.
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Brain zaps and treadmills: new hope for cancer fog?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if a 4-week program combining exercise with a gentle, noninvasive brain stimulation technique (tACS) can help breast cancer survivors who struggle with memory, focus, and thinking after treatment. Researchers will enroll 40 survivors to see if the program is prac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida Atlantic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Paws for peace: dog training program aims to ease PTSD in veterans
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adopting and training a shelter dog can help veterans who have post-traumatic stress symptoms or other mental health issues. Over 10 weeks, participants will attend eight dog training sessions and visit a clinic four times for check-ups. The goal is to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida Atlantic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Can an allergy medicine replace lidocaine for stitches?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if diphenhydramine (an allergy medicine) works as well as lidocaine for numbing simple cuts that need stitches. About 100 adults in the emergency room will rate their pain before and after the numbing injection. The goal is to see if diphenhydramine is a good alt…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Florida Atlantic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:01 UTC
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DNA test aims to slash medication risks in seniors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether using a person's DNA to guide medication choices can reduce falls and other drug-related problems in older adults who take five or more medicines. About 1,000 people over age 65 who have had a fall will provide a cheek swab for DNA analysis. Half of th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida Atlantic University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:52 UTC
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Could low brain NAD signal Alzheimer's? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether people with Alzheimer's disease have lower levels of a natural chemical called NAD in their brains compared to healthy older adults. Researchers will use a special brain scan (MRS) to measure NAD levels in 20 volunteers aged 65 to 80. Participants will…
Sponsor: Florida Atlantic University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC