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Clinical trials sponsored by Purdue University, explained in plain language.
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New wearable device aims to help people relearn how to swallow
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new wearable sensor that provides feedback during swallowing exercises. It aims to see if this device helps people with swallowing difficulties after a stroke or from Parkinson's disease improve more than standard therapy alone. The research will also comp…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Purdue University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Can smart hearing aids finally cut through restaurant noise?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study aims to find which hearing aid noise reduction settings work best to help people understand speech in noisy places like restaurants or classrooms. Researchers will test 50 adults with mild-to-moderate hearing loss by having them listen to sentences with different backg…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Purdue University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:19 UTC
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Fiber study probes why gut bacteria react differently in each person
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how a natural fiber from chicory root affects the gut bacteria of healthy adults. Researchers will give 52 participants either the chicory inulin fiber or a placebo powder for 6 weeks, then track changes in their gut bacteria, bowel habits, and mood …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Purdue University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:07 UTC