Murdoch Childrens Research Institute
Clinical trials sponsored by Murdoch Childrens Research Institute, explained in plain language.
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Gentler breathing switch tested for tiniest babies
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two common methods doctors use when taking very premature babies off breathing machines. It tests whether starting gentle breathing support through the nose before removing the breathing tube helps babies maintain better oxygen levels afterward, compared to st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 14:41 UTC
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New group therapy aims to ease mental health strain for trans youth
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test a 6-week group therapy program designed to help trans and gender diverse teenagers cope with stress from discrimination and rejection. The program, created with input from trans youth, teaches skills to manage anxiety and depression and build community connec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:41 UTC
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Can a song wake a sleeping mind? music therapy tested on Brain-Injured children
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if live music therapy helps children regain consciousness after a severe brain injury better than just listening to recorded music. Researchers will work with 10 hospitalized children, comparing their responses to live music, recorded music, and background …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:16 UTC
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Gentler breathing for preemies: study tests slower lung inflation
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find the gentlest way to help extremely premature babies breathe using a machine. It will compare two settings that control how quickly the machine inflates the baby's lungs: a fast setting currently used and a slower, potentially gentler one. Researchers will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC