Rutgers, The State University Of New Jersey

This study compares two different radiation treatments for early-stage prostate cancer that hasn't spread. One treatment places a temporary radioactive seed inside the prostate, while the other delivers precise external radiation over five sessions. The main goal is to see which …

This study is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab to standard chemotherapy and radiation improves outcomes for people with operable stomach cancer. It focuses on two specific types: cancers with mismatch repair deficiency or Epstein-Barr virus positivity. …

This study aimed to test whether combining three drugs—rituximab, venetoclax, and bortezomib—could help control an aggressive type of blood cancer called diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) that has come back or stopped responding to standard treatments. The trial was designed …

This study is testing whether giving part of the radiation treatment before breast cancer surgery is safe and might lead to better cosmetic outcomes. The research involves 103 patients with early-stage breast cancer that hasn't spread. Doctors hope that targeting the radiation wh…

This study is testing whether giving hormone-blocking drugs before prostate cancer surgery helps surgeons better preserve the nerves needed for sexual function. It compares two different drug combinations against surgery alone in 90 men with high-risk prostate cancer. The main go…

This study is testing if using a more intense combination of chemotherapy drugs and radiation before surgery can help completely eliminate rectal cancer tumors. It is for adults with a certain stage of rectal cancer who have not had prior treatment for it. The goal is to see if t…

This study is testing whether giving targeted radiation to part of the breast before surgery is a safe and feasible approach for early-stage breast cancer. It will enroll about 98 patients to see if this timing leads to fewer wound problems and better cosmetic outcomes compared t…

This study tests whether a family wellness program helps Latino children entering kindergarten develop better language, literacy, and social skills. Researchers are comparing an 8-week summer program with text message support against usual care with school supplies. The program a…

This study is testing a new online program designed to prevent substance use problems in young adults aged 18-25. The program creates a personalized risk profile for each participant by combining their genetic information with details about their lifestyle and environment. Resear…

This study is testing a shorter, 1-month treatment to prevent latent tuberculosis (TB) from becoming active in people waiting for a kidney transplant. Researchers want to see if this shorter regimen is safe, if patients can complete it, and how the body processes the drugs. The g…

This study is testing whether private Facebook groups can help young melanoma survivors and their close family members prevent future skin cancer. Researchers are comparing two types of groups: one focused on skin cancer education and one on general healthy living. The goal is to…

This study is testing whether a daily supplement of freeze-dried grape powder can help reduce feelings of anxiety, depression, and stress in college students. Researchers will also check if the powder improves the balance of bacteria in the gut. Fifty healthy students will take e…

This study is testing an online program called 'Journey Ahead' designed to help women with gynecologic cancers (like ovarian, cervical, or uterine cancer) develop better coping and communication skills. The program aims to reduce distress, improve emotional acceptance, and enhanc…

This large study aims to give doctors better evidence for managing pain after surgery. It directly compares a combination of common, non-prescription pain relievers (like ibuprofen and acetaminophen) against a standard prescription opioid. The research involves over 1,800 adults …

This study is comparing two online programs designed to help people who have finished treatment for oral or throat cancer. It aims to see if a new tool called 'Empowered Survivor' helps people feel more confident managing their health, better prepared for life after cancer, and i…

This study is testing whether sulforaphane, a natural compound found in vegetables like broccoli, can help improve core symptoms of autism. It involves 48 young men with autism who will receive either the compound or a placebo for 18 weeks. The goal is to see if it improves socia…

This study is testing if meeting with a radiation oncology specialist early in treatment, in addition to standard cancer care, improves patients' quality of life after six months. It will involve about 156 adults with cancer that has spread and is not curable, who are expected to…

This study is testing a program called Bright IDEAS, which teaches problem-solving skills to help young adults cope with the stress of a new cancer diagnosis. It involves six one-on-one coaching sessions and is being compared to standard supportive care. Researchers will measure …

This study is testing a special blood test that looks for tiny pieces of cancer DNA (ctDNA) left in the body after initial treatment and surgery for early-stage breast cancer. The goal is to see if finding this leftover cancer DNA can help doctors decide whether to change or adju…

This study is investigating whether eating a meal containing peanuts causes less inflammation in the blood after eating compared to a meal high in saturated fat. Researchers are measuring blood markers in 17 older adults with overweight or obesity after they eat each type of meal…

This small pilot study aims to see if data from wearable sensors (like smart watches) can help researchers better understand how a compound called sulforaphane might affect autism symptoms. The study involves 10 young men with autism who are already taking sulforaphane. Researche…

The goal of this pilot study is to describe and compare Ultrasound-Guided Erector Spinae Plane (ESP) Blocks using Exparel® (bupivacaine liposome injectable suspension) to Marcaine® (bupivacaine hydrochloride) for pain management and outcomes after cardiac surgeries.