National University Hospital, Singapore
Clinical trials sponsored by National University Hospital, Singapore, explained in plain language.
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Brain zapping gets personal: a new approach to treating depression and anxiety
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether a personalized form of brain stimulation, called accelerated intermittent theta-burst stimulation (iTBS), can improve symptoms of depression and anxiety in people with treatment-resistant depression. The approach uses brain imaging to target specific…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National University Hospital, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple-Drug cocktail aims to tackle Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a combination of three drugs—tislelizumab, bevacizumab, and capecitabine—in people with advanced solid tumors. The trial focuses on two challenging groups: those whose cancers have stopped responding to immunotherapy and those with tumors that have spread to the …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National University Hospital, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat nasopharyngeal cancer: ivonescimab trial launches
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing a drug called ivonescimab in 42 people with a type of head and neck cancer (nasopharyngeal carcinoma) that has stopped responding to standard immunotherapy and chemotherapy. The drug is given every 3 weeks by IV. Researchers will measure how many pat…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National University Hospital, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Simple mouthpiece could ease heart strain in sleep apnea patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests if a mouthpiece worn during sleep can help people with both heart failure and obstructive sleep apnea. The device keeps the airway open, which may reduce stress on the heart and improve quality of life. 328 participants will use either the real device or a sham o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National University Hospital, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Experimental combo therapy targets Hard-to-Treat HER2+ cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests whether combining trastuzumab (a targeted antibody) with specially engineered immune cells (CAR T-cells) can safely control HER2-positive advanced breast cancer and other solid tumors. About 36 adults will receive the combination after a short chemoth…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National University Hospital, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Acupuncture timing may be key to preventing dry mouth in head and neck cancer patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial compares early versus delayed acupuncture to reduce dry mouth caused by chemoradiation in head and neck cancer patients. Participants receive acupuncture either during chemoradiation or after, and their dry mouth symptoms are tracked for a year. The goal is to find the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National University Hospital, Singapore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double stimulation may boost leg recovery in spinal injury
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding brain stimulation to spinal cord stimulation can improve leg strength and walking in adults with chronic incomplete spinal cord injury. 24 participants will receive either combined therapy or spinal stimulation alone over 16 weeks. The goal is to s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National University Hospital, Singapore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Double stimulation may restore arm movement in spinal cord injury
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether combining two types of non-invasive stimulation—one on the brain and one on the spine—can improve arm and hand function in people with chronic incomplete cervical spinal cord injury. 24 adults will receive either both stimulations plus rehabilitatio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National University Hospital, Singapore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Dermatology study aims to cut unnecessary clinic visits with simple surveys
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether letting patients report their symptoms online can help doctors schedule follow-up visits only when needed. About 250 adults with chronic skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis will either get standard fixed appointments or flexible scheduling based on m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National University Hospital, Singapore • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC