Joslin Diabetes Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Joslin Diabetes Center, explained in plain language.
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Can a protein shake protect muscle while losing weight on diabetes drugs?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing if a special high-protein nutritional drink can help people with type 2 diabetes keep their muscle mass while they lose weight. It is for overweight adults who are about to start new injectable diabetes medications like Ozempic or Mounjaro. Researchers want …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Could this tiny patch end Finger-Pricking for diabetes?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing how accurate a new, painless glucose sensor is. The device, called the LabPatch, is a small patch placed on a finger to measure blood sugar without drawing blood. Researchers will compare its readings to standard finger-prick meters and a lab analyzer in 60 …
Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:10 UTC
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New virtual program aims to stop eating disorders before they start in women with diabetes
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study is testing a virtual program designed to prevent eating disorders in young women with type 2 diabetes. The program aims to improve body image, reduce disordered eating behaviors, and help with diabetes management. Researchers are working with 42 women aged 18-40 who ha…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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Scientists test ear clip to unlock mystery of Post-Surgery sugar crashes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis is a small, early-stage study to test a new in-ear wearable device. The goal is to see if the device is comfortable and works well for measuring blood flow to the head. Researchers want to understand how blood flow changes in people who get low blood sugar after weight-loss …
Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Scientists scan brains to see if exercise cools food cravings
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how a 12-week high-intensity exercise program changes brain activity related to appetite and weight control. It will involve 15 adults with obesity, including some who have regained weight after bariatric surgery. Researchers will use brain scans, bl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Could Mom's workout change her milk to fight baby fat?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how exercise during and after pregnancy might change the makeup of breast milk. Researchers will measure the activity levels of 200 mothers, analyze their milk, and track their babies' growth and energy use. The goal is to learn if these changes in m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:19 UTC