Johns Hopkins University

This pilot study tested deep brain stimulation (DBS) in 15 people with treatment-resistant schizophrenia who still had severe hallucinations despite medication. The device was placed in a brain area linked to schizophrenia to try to calm symptoms. The study was terminated early, …

This study tested whether a medicine called emetine could help adults aged 30 and older recover from COVID-19. Participants took emetine or a placebo daily for 10 days. The trial was stopped early after only 4 people enrolled, so we don't have enough information to know if emetin…

This study tested whether a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique (tDCS) done at home, along with computer-based brain games, could improve thinking and language skills in people with primary progressive aphasia, mild cognitive impairment, or dementia. Participants use…

This study tested whether EEG neurofeedback—a type of brain training that uses real-time brainwave readings—can help people with aphasia (trouble speaking or understanding language) improve their communication, sleep, and anxiety. Seven adults with aphasia from stroke or primary …

This study tested whether placing a special placental tissue over nerves during prostate cancer surgery helps men regain erections and bladder control faster. Only 3 men participated before the study was stopped early. The approach aimed to protect nerves during surgery, but resu…

This study tested whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) could help people with severe Tourette syndrome whose symptoms don't improve with medication. Researchers placed tiny electrodes in a part of the brain called the thalamus to try to calm abnormal signals that cause tics. Only…

This study tested a radiofrequency-based treatment on the skin of healthy volunteers and people with hidradenitis suppurativa (a painful skin condition). The main goal was to see if the treatment is safe and tolerable. The study was stopped early, but it aimed to understand how t…

This study aimed to see if regular ultrasound scans of lymph nodes could detect the spread of high-risk skin cancer on the head or neck earlier than usual. It planned to enroll patients with aggressive tumors or weakened immune systems. However, the study was terminated after onl…

This study tested a group wellness program for women living in an emergency shelter after experiencing intimate partner violence. The program included mindfulness and health activities to improve physical and emotional well-being. Only 10 women took part, and the study was stoppe…