Nova Southeastern University
Clinical trials sponsored by Nova Southeastern University, explained in plain language.
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Does rehab rebuild empathy? a trial puts social skills to the test.
Symptom relief OngoingThis study asks whether standard residential treatment for substance use disorders can improve a person's ability to empathize with others. Researchers will measure empathy levels in about 108 adults before and after they complete a residential program followed by partial hospita…
Sponsor: Nova Southeastern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Zap to see: electrical therapy for eye disease
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a treatment called transcorneal electrical stimulation to see if it can improve vision in people with retinitis pigmentosa, an eye disease that causes vision loss. Twenty-one adults with the condition received the therapy, and researchers measured changes in thei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nova Southeastern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Robotic glove could give ALS patients a hand in daily life
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis pilot study tests whether using a robotic glove for 20 minutes a day, 5 days a week, can improve quality of life, grip strength, and fine motor control in people with ALS. Five participants will use the glove at home over 8 weeks, with some in-person and telehealth check-ins…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nova Southeastern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Gut check: could probiotics help kids with autism handle stress?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how the gut microbiome (the bacteria in our intestines) is linked to stress in children with autism or those who have experienced trauma. Researchers will give 75 children, ages 4 to 7, a probiotic powder for 4 weeks and measure changes in their gut bacteria a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nova Southeastern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC