Rutgers, The State University Of New Jersey

This study tests a new procedure using an endoscope to block abnormal blood vessels in the liver that can cause confusion in people with cirrhosis. The goal is to see if this procedure is safe and can reduce episodes of severe confusion better than standard medications alone. Abo…

This study looks at whether a program called NPOWER365 helps Black men who have sex with men and are living with HIV take their medication and feel better. The program offers health education, online support groups, and help finding doctors and other resources. About 350 men in t…

This study tests a two-drug treatment for a type of cancer in the upper urinary tract. The goal is to see if giving gemcitabine followed by a gel form of mitomycin can destroy the cancer without needing to remove the kidney. About 28 adults with favorable high-risk tumors will re…

This study looks at people who had surgery for trigeminal neuralgia (a condition causing severe facial pain). Researchers want to know if dental treatments or other mouth stimulation after surgery can make the pain come back. About 100 participants will answer surveys about their…

This study looks at whether giving doctors simple reminders can increase screening for Barrett's esophagus, a condition that can lead to esophageal cancer. Researchers will track screening rates among 3,000 adults in New Jersey. The goal is to see if these reminders help catch mo…

This study looks at how the liver makes new sugar from fat and blood molecules in people with and without type 2 diabetes. Researchers will measure these processes in 48 adults aged 40-70 using special tracer infusions and blood tests. The goal is to find new targets for drugs th…