Jerry Vockley, Md, Phd
Clinical trials sponsored by Jerry Vockley, Md, Phd, explained in plain language.
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Experimental drug targets rare brain disease in first human test
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a drug called ACER-001 (sodium phenylbutyrate) in a single patient with combined D,L-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria, a rare genetic disorder that causes brain damage and seizures. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can lower harmful acid levels in the body. R…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jerry Vockley, MD, PhD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Could a urea cycle drug help MCAD patients fast longer?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether sodium phenylbutyrate, a drug already approved for another condition, can help people with MCAD deficiency (a genetic disorder that affects fat breakdown). About 24 participants aged 10 and older will take the drug for 4 weeks. Researchers will check for …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jerry Vockley, MD, PhD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Can a quick genetic test save critically ill newborns?
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether whole genome sequencing can help doctors diagnose genetic disorders faster in newborns admitted to intensive care. Researchers will compare the time to diagnosis and care costs for 400 infants who receive this advanced genetic test versus standard test…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jerry Vockley, MD, PhD • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Could a fatty acid drug stop dangerous sugar crashes in rare disease?
Prevention TerminatedThis study tests a drug called triheptanoin in 8 adults with MCADD, a rare condition that can cause dangerously low blood sugar. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can prevent hypoglycemia during fasting. Participants will stay overnight at a hospital for monitoring and b…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jerry Vockley, MD, PhD • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC