Florida State University

This study tests whether a simple, home-based breathing exercise program can improve brain health and reduce inflammation in adults with obesity. Thirty participants will do 8 weeks of high- or low-resistance breathing training, like weightlifting for the breathing muscles. Resea…

This study tests whether using a handheld breathing trainer for a few minutes each day can lower blood pressure in adults with obesity. Researchers will compare high-resistance versus very-low-resistance breathing exercises over eight weeks. The goal is to find a time-efficient w…

This study compares three weight loss approaches in 492 adults with obesity: a new stepped-care program that starts with minimal support and adds help only if needed, the standard Diabetes Prevention Program, and a self-guided option. The goal is to see if the smarter program can…

This study is testing whether eating 2.5 cups of fresh watermelon every day for six weeks can improve gut health, including increasing good bacteria, and boost heart health in young adults aged 18-30 who are overweight or have obesity. Participants will be randomly assigned to ea…

This study tests whether an 8-week home-based breathing exercise called Inspiratory Muscle Strength Training (IMST) can reduce dementia risk in adults aged 60-80. Researchers will measure changes in blood pressure, thinking skills, mood, and sleep quality. The goal is to see if t…

This study tests a brief computerized and smartphone-based program designed to help regular cannabis users with Cannabis Use Disorder better handle emotional stress. The goal is to see if the intervention reduces distress intolerance and cannabis use compared to a health educatio…

This study tests a new one-hour digital program called FAST, designed to help college students build mental health resilience. Researchers will compare it to a relaxation training program in 105 students. The goal is to see if FAST improves sleep, physical activity, anxiety, lone…

This study tests whether a text message program that helps people reduce 'safety behaviors' (like checking mirrors or seeking reassurance) can lessen appearance anxiety, body dysmorphic symptoms, and related eating or social anxiety issues. About 300 adults with high appearance c…

This study tests whether a week of accelerated brain stimulation (25 sessions over 5 days) can quickly reduce PTSD symptoms. It involves 132 adults with PTSD, including those with traumatic brain injury. The goal is to see if this fast-paced treatment works better than a placebo …

This study is testing whether cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help children aged 4 to 17 who struggle with severe irritability, anxiety, or mood disorders. Researchers will track changes in irritability and overall functioning using clinician and parent reports. The goal i…

This study tests whether combining two proven treatments—computer-based working memory training and parenting classes—can improve ADHD symptoms in children ages 8-12. Researchers will enroll 200 kids with ADHD and compare the effects of doing the computer training first, then par…

This study tests if text messages can help people with Generalized Anxiety Disorder worry less. 300 adults with high worry levels will receive either safety-behavior fading tips via text or a relaxation exercise. The goal is to see if the text approach reduces worry and anxiety s…

This study tests whether a small, non-invasive device that stimulates a nerve in the ear can help breast cancer survivors manage pain, anxiety, depression, and fatigue from home. About 40 survivors who have finished primary cancer treatment and still have moderate pain will use t…

This study tests whether listening to a brief mindfulness audio recording while waiting for an orthopedic appointment can help reduce pain. 400 adults will be randomly assigned to hear either a mindfulness practice or a standard pain management recording. The goal is to see if a …

This study tests whether combining mindfulness meditation with a mild nerve stimulation device (applied to the ear) can help older adults manage chronic low back pain and depressive symptoms. Participants will practice daily at home for 8 weeks. The goal is to see if this drug-fr…

This study tests whether a computer-based program can reduce anxiety in older adults with mild cognitive impairment or early Alzheimer's disease, and also help their care partners feel less burdened. About 388 pairs (patient and care partner) will take part. The program involves …

This study tests a 12-week telephone program where veterans with heart failure work with a nurse to solve problems related to their health. The goal is to improve self-care, reduce symptoms, and support mental well-being. Researchers will follow 100 veterans from across the U.S. …

This study compares two short behavioral therapies—mindfulness (B-MORE) and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)—for adults with chronic pain. Both treatments are just two hours long and offered in English or Spanish. The goal is to see if these brief programs are practical and acc…

This pilot study tests whether a two-week daily mindfulness meditation program can reduce pain and improve daily function in older adults with chronic low back pain. Researchers will also explore how meditation affects the gut-brain connection. The trial aims to recruit 66 partic…

This study tests whether text message reminders and a built-in gaming feature can encourage Black college men to use a mindfulness app more often. The goal is to reduce risky drinking and stress. Forty participants will use the app for 28 days and complete surveys.

Researchers at Florida State University are testing whether a single, 2-hour online mindfulness class can help people with chronic muscle or joint pain. They will compare it to another 2-hour class and to a standard 8-week program. The study will enroll 39 adults and track pain l…

This study tests whether a 7-minute guided mindfulness exercise can help reduce pain and anxiety in adults undergoing kyphoplasty or radiofrequency ablation for spine pain. Half of the 80 participants will do the mindfulness exercise, while the other half will receive standard pa…

This study looks at how being overweight or obese changes blood pressure during different breathing tasks and exercise. Researchers at Florida State University will measure blood pressure in 80 healthy adults at rest and during aerobic and breathing muscle tests. The goal is to b…

This study tests whether doing handgrip exercises three times a week for eight weeks can improve blood vessel function in the brains of physically inactive adults aged 18 to 35. Researchers will measure brain blood flow using ultrasound and check blood pressure. The goal is to se…

This study tests whether eating more potassium can protect blood vessels from the damage caused by too much salt. Thirty healthy adults aged 55-75 will follow three different diets for 10 days each, with breaks in between. Researchers will measure blood pressure, artery stiffness…

This study looks at whether eating more beans, lentils, and chickpeas can improve gut health in children ages 6 to 13. Over 6 weeks, 60 kids will either get free pulses and nutrition lessons or just the lessons. Researchers will check changes in gut bacteria and digestion markers…

This pilot study will give 70 children aged 6-13 either a daily almond butter snack or a chocolate spread snack for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in gut and mouth bacteria, blood markers, and digestion. The goal is to see if almonds can improve gut health and reduce f…

This study looks at how long-term medical marijuana use, alone or with prescription opioids, affects driving performance in adults aged 50 and older who have chronic pain. Researchers will have 250 participants drive on a real road while a specialist scores their driving errors. …

This study tests whether teaching young adults to eat more potassium is easier and better for their blood vessels than telling them to cut back on salt. Researchers will compare two groups: one gets advice on boosting potassium-rich foods, the other on reducing sodium. They'll tr…

This study looks at how resistance training (like lifting weights) affects fat breakdown in obese postmenopausal women who also have prediabetes. Researchers want to see if this type of exercise can improve how the body uses fat, which might help prevent type 2 diabetes. The stud…

This study looks at whether eating smooth peanut butter every day for 8 weeks can improve gut and metabolic health in children aged 6 to 13. Researchers will compare kids who eat peanut butter to those who eat a nut-free chocolate spread. The goal is to see changes in gut bacteri…

This study tests a new method to personalize TMS (a non-invasive brain stimulation) dosing for people with PTSD, with or without mild traumatic brain injury. Researchers will use brain imaging (fNIRS) to measure brain activity directly, aiming to replace the current indirect meth…

This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tACS can improve goal-directed behavior in people with depression who have lost interest in activities (anhedonia). 72 participants will receive five daily sessions of stimulation. The goal is to see if th…

This study explores how body composition (normal weight obese vs normal weight lean) affects physical performance, sleep, and nutrition in female college cheerleaders and dancers. Researchers will measure jump height, muscle strength, energy levels, and sleep quality over 7 days.…

This study looks at how body composition, sleep, diet, and physical fitness are connected in ROTC cadets. Researchers will test body composition, collect surveys, and track activity to find lifestyle factors that boost performance. The goal is to improve screening methods and hel…

This study tests whether a specific type of non-invasive brain stimulation can improve working memory — the ability to hold information in mind for a short time. Researchers will give 30 healthy adults either real or fake stimulation while they perform memory tasks. The goal is t…

This study looks at whether taking a dietary fiber called beta-glucan, along with exercise, can improve how your immune system recognizes and kills cancer cells. Healthy adults will take beta-glucan or a placebo daily for 4 weeks and do three exercise tests. Researchers will meas…

This study looks at how exercise improves blood vessel function in people with obesity. Researchers will measure oxidative stress and blood flow in the muscle before and after an 8-week interval training program. The goal is to understand the role of a specific enzyme (NADPH oxid…

This study gives people with Cannabis Use Disorder drugs that mimic stress to see how it affects their desire for cannabis. Researchers measure brain activity and decision-making during four lab visits. The goal is to understand the link between stress and cannabis use motivation…