Joslin Diabetes Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Joslin Diabetes Center, explained in plain language.
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Can a weight loss program help control diabetes? new study says yes
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at how well the Joslin Why WAIT? program helps people with type 2 diabetes and obesity lose weight and improve their health. About 110 participants who have a BMI over 35 are included. The main goal is to see if they can lose at least 7% of their body weight and …
Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New LabPatch could replace finger pricks for diabetes patients
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests a new device called LabPatch that measures blood sugar from fluid just under the skin. About 60 adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes who use insulin will wear the patch for 6 hours. Researchers will compare its readings to standard lab tests and two commercial g…
Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New program aims to help seniors master glucose monitors
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a remote education program called REST, designed to help adults aged 65 and older with insulin-treated diabetes start and keep using continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). The goal is to reduce dangerous low blood sugar episodes and improve overall glucose control. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Hidden liver risk in type 1 diabetes revealed by new scan
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how often people with type 1 diabetes have fatty liver disease and serious liver scarring. Researchers used a special ultrasound and blood tests to check 533 adults. The goal is to find high-risk patients who need a liver specialist.
Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Study tests glucagon doses for Post-Surgery low blood sugar
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how different doses of glucagon, a natural hormone that raises blood sugar, affect people who have low blood sugar after weight-loss surgery. Researchers will give 28 participants several doses of glucagon and measure their blood sugar and hormone levels. The …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Can a healthier lifestyle improve sperm quality in men with diabetes?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how being overweight and having type 1 or type 2 diabetes may change genetic markers in sperm. Researchers will test if a 3-month lifestyle or blood sugar program can improve these markers. About 40 men will provide sperm samples before and after the program.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Mystery of low blood sugar in Non-Diabetics under the microscope
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to understand why some people without diabetes experience low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Researchers will compare three groups: people with hypoglycemia who have had stomach surgery, those with hypoglycemia who haven't had surgery, and healthy controls. They will…
Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Gut microbiome linked to hypoglycemia in new study
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at 28 people who experience low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) after eating, often due to past stomach surgery. Researchers want to see if the types of bacteria in the gut are linked to how often and how severely blood sugar drops. Participants wear a continuous gluc…
Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC