Michigan State University
Clinical trials sponsored by Michigan State University, explained in plain language.
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Wolbachia-Infected mosquitoes released to fight dengue, zika, and chikungunya
Prevention TerminatedThis trial tested a method to control mosquito-borne diseases like dengue, Zika, and chikungunya by releasing male Aedes aegypti mosquitoes infected with Wolbachia bacteria. These males mate with wild females, causing their eggs to die, which reduces the mosquito population. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Michigan State University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Hands-On therapy may speed up concussion healing
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether adding osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) — a hands-on therapy that moves muscles and joints — to standard care helps people recover from concussions. It included 39 people aged 13 to 55 who had a concussion within the last 12 days. The goal was…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Michigan State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Sedative showdown in TBI: propofol vs midazolam study halted after just one patient
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to compare two common sedatives, propofol and midazolam, in patients with traumatic brain injury who needed a breathing tube. Researchers wanted to see if one drug led to better recovery or different levels of inflammation markers called cytokines. However, the t…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Michigan State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:20 UTC