Northumbria University
Clinical trials sponsored by Northumbria University, explained in plain language.
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Music app may help Parkinson's patients walk steadier at home
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a smartphone app called CuePD that uses a person's favorite music to help retrain their walking. The goal is to improve gait and reduce fall risk in people with Parkinson's disease. Forty participants who can walk without help will use the app at home and while o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northumbria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Sleep better naturally? new study tests dietary supplements for poor sleepers
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether two dietary supplements can help adults who are poor sleepers improve their sleep quality, thinking skills, and stress levels. Over 28 days, 68 participants will take either an active supplement or a placebo. Researchers will measure sleep efficiency, gut…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northumbria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Can what you eat ease menopausal brain fog? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will look at how diet relates to memory and concentration problems (brain fog) in perimenopause. Researchers will ask 60 women aged 40-55 to complete computer-based mental tasks and answer questionnaires about their symptoms and nutrition. The goal is to find whi…
Sponsor: Northumbria University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Ear zap may tune up heart health in young adults
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 60-minute non-invasive ear stimulation (taVNS) can immediately change heart rate, blood pressure, and nervous system balance in 20 healthy adults aged 18-45. Participants will receive both real and sham stimulation in random order to see if the treatmen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northumbria University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC