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This study tested a support program to help young Black and Hispanic adults with HIV take their daily medication more consistently. Participants were randomly assigned to either have weekly video calls with a trained peer coach or to use a self-guided online education website. Th…

This study tested a special program to help South Asian adults with uncontrolled diabetes better manage their condition. The program used community health workers to coach patients, connect them to local resources, and coordinate with their doctors. The main goal was to see if th…

This small, early-stage study tested whether a dietary supplement called short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) could help control rheumatoid arthritis. It involved about 20 people whose arthritis wasn't well-controlled by their main medication. Researchers gave participants the supplem…

This study tested whether a gel containing a natural growth factor (FGF-2) could help heal long-standing holes in the eardrum. Fifty-two adults with perforations that hadn't healed for at least six months were randomly assigned to receive either the active gel or a placebo gel. T…

This study tested whether a drug called daratumumab, given as an injection under the skin, could help control advanced lung cancer that has a specific genetic change (STK11 mutation) and has stopped responding to standard treatments. Eight patients who had already tried chemother…

This study tested whether coaching addiction treatment clinics could help more patients start and stay on medications for opioid use disorder and remain in care longer. Researchers worked with 30 clinics in New York, providing training on data-driven management and patient-center…

This study tested whether a computer model could find better settings for cochlear implants than the standard method. Researchers worked with 14 adults who had hearing loss and used cochlear implants. They used the model to suggest which specific electrodes to turn on or off, aim…

This small, early-stage study tested the safety and immune response of an experimental vaccine called UB-312 in people with Parkinson's disease or multiple system atrophy. The goal is to see if the vaccine can safely train the body's immune system to target harmful proteins in th…

This study tested a new team-based approach in primary care clinics to help patients who struggle to take their blood pressure medication as prescribed. It involved over 1,700 patients across 10 NYU clinics. The goal was to see if better support from doctors, nurses, and medical …

This study tested whether special 'smart' crutches that give patients feedback about how much weight they are putting on their injured leg can help them follow their doctor's instructions more closely. It involved 20 people with certain ankle or lower leg fractures who were told …

This study tested whether a smartphone-based lottery incentive could help people with high blood pressure take their medication more consistently. Researchers enrolled 401 adults who were already prescribed blood pressure medication but were having trouble taking it regularly. Fo…

This study tested whether adding the epilepsy medication levetiracetam (Keppra) to standard antipsychotic treatment could better control symptoms in people with early psychosis. It involved 65 participants aged 16-40 who had been ill for less than 5 years and still experienced sy…

This small pilot study tested whether restricting daily eating to specific time windows helps people maintain weight they've already lost. Researchers recruited 29 adults who had recently lost at least 5% of their body weight through a program. Participants were randomly assigned…

This study tested a new device called Napoleon that helps doctors-in-training measure colon polyps during colonoscopies. Researchers wanted to see if using this tool gave more accurate measurements than just eyeballing the polyps. They tracked 46 doctors-in-training as they perfo…

This study tested a new swallowable capsule called the HemoPill acute. It has a sensor designed to detect blood in the stomach and upper digestive tract. Researchers gave the capsule to 15 patients who were already scheduled for a standard camera test (endoscopy) due to suspected…

This study tested whether using a special protective drape called RADPAD reduces radiation exposure for doctors performing heart catheterization procedures. It involved about 100 doctors performing 1,000 patient procedures at one hospital. Doctors were randomly assigned to use ei…

This study tested whether using antibiotic powder and an antiseptic wash during joint replacement surgery could prevent serious infections afterward. It involved over 2,100 patients at high risk for infection, such as those with diabetes, obesity, or who were having a second surg…

This study tested a team-based program to help South Asian adults with pre-diabetes lose weight and prevent type 2 diabetes. Doctors used electronic alerts to identify eligible patients, who then received health coaching from community health workers. The goal was to create a mod…

This study tested whether sending text message reminders helps more people complete their at-home colon cancer screening test (called a FIT kit) compared to the usual phone call reminders. Researchers enrolled over 1,200 adult patients from NYU family health clinics. They measure…

This study tested if automated text messages from a doctor could help people with prediabetes stick to a digital health program. Over 500 participants used an app for diet and exercise coaching. Half also received personalized, automated messages from their doctor's office to enc…

This study tested a program that trains barbershop workers to screen Black men for early signs of high blood pressure, provide lifestyle advice, and help them connect with doctors and community services. It involved 430 men across 20 barbershops to see if this community-based app…

This study tested a program designed to help Chinese immigrants in New York City prevent type 2 diabetes. 150 participants with prediabetes were assigned to either receive the program or wait. The program included weekly educational videos delivered through WeChat and access to a…

This small, completed pilot study tested whether a talk therapy program was acceptable and feasible for people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) who experience fatigue. Five participants took part in the program, which aimed to help manage fatigue through cognitive behavioral tec…

This study tested whether starting strength exercises on the healthy leg immediately after knee surgery could help prevent muscle loss in the leg that was operated on. Researchers worked with 50 adults who had meniscus repair or transplant surgery. Half performed standard rehab, …

This study tested whether a legal, hemp-derived CBD pill could reduce symptoms of social anxiety disorder. For three weeks, 60 adults with social anxiety took either a high dose, a low dose, or a placebo pill. Researchers used brain scans and stress tests to see if CBD changed ho…

This study aimed to find out which type of initial arm support causes less pain for people with a broken upper arm bone. Researchers compared a pre-made fracture brace to a traditional splint in 80 adults. They tracked participants' pain levels, pain pill use, and skin issues ove…

This study tested a peer support program called Family Connectors for family members caring for young adults with psychosis. It aimed to see if connecting with other caregivers could reduce stress, increase feelings of support, and boost confidence. The study involved 28 family m…

This study tested whether a new virtual rehabilitation program called STABL works as well as standard in-person physical therapy for people recovering from minor knee surgery. Sixty adults who had a meniscectomy or synovectomy were randomly assigned to use the at-home STABL platf…

This study tested whether adding online educational modules could help people with voice problems stick with their recommended voice therapy. Many patients don't complete therapy, so researchers wanted to see if teaching patients more about their treatment during the waiting peri…

This study tested a new computer tool designed to help nurses decide when antibiotics are truly needed for common illnesses like coughs and sore throats. The goal was to see if giving nurses this guidance could reduce the number of inappropriate antibiotic prescriptions. Research…

This study aimed to understand if a person's genes influence how well weight-loss (bariatric) surgery works. Researchers collected blood samples and health information from 2,500 people who had already undergone surgery. They compared genetic data across different ethnic groups t…

This research study aimed to understand if a short bout of exercise helps people with anxiety disorders better remember that a previously scary situation is now safe. It involved 54 adults with high anxiety sensitivity who completed a two-day fear learning task. Participants were…

This research study aimed to understand how very early brain changes, long before memory problems appear, might affect sleep patterns and attention in older adults. Researchers studied 30 cognitively healthy adults aged 55-75, using brain scans, sleep studies, and memory tests. T…

This study aimed to understand why people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and lupus have a much higher risk of heart attacks. Researchers collected blood samples from 176 participants, including patients and healthy volunteers, to analyze how inflammation might disrupt the body's …

This study aimed to understand how the quality of a couple's relationship affects their mental health and well-being as they face Alzheimer's disease or dementia. Researchers followed 544 older adults in committed relationships for three years, checking in every six months with o…

This study tested two versions of a mobile app toolkit designed to help screen for and educate about common mental health problems in Kenyan adolescents. One app was for teens themselves, and another was for their parents, both providing screening and resources. Researchers enrol…

This large observational study followed over 15,000 adults, both with and without COVID-19, to understand why some people develop long-lasting symptoms after infection (often called Long COVID). Researchers collected health information, symptoms, and biological samples over time …

This study used brain scans to understand how people who receive face transplants come to recognize their new appearance as their own. Researchers scanned four participants' brains before and after surgery while they looked at pictures of their old face, their injured face, and t…

This study developed and tested a smartphone app and training program for family caregivers. The goal was to help them better spot, prevent, and manage delirium—a sudden, serious confusion—in loved ones living with dementia. Researchers worked with caregivers to design the progra…

This study aimed to understand how a person's body weight influences the way aspirin affects certain natural molecules in the blood that help resolve inflammation. Researchers enrolled 103 adults aged 40-70 and gave them either aspirin or a placebo in a random order, then measure…

This study aimed to measure exactly how a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS creates electrical fields in the brain. Researchers worked with 30 adults who already had electrodes implanted in their brains for epilepsy surgery planning. By measuring the cu…

This small study explored whether a gentle, non-invasive stimulation of a nerve in the ear could change pupil size and affect how quickly people learn a simple computer task. Researchers tested the stimulation against fake (sham) settings in 12 healthy adults. The goal was to gat…

This study aimed to understand why Black older adults have higher Alzheimer's risk. Researchers measured deep sleep quality and brain amyloid levels in 210 healthy seniors over time. The goal was to see if poor deep sleep helps explain racial differences in early Alzheimer's dise…