Rutgers, The State University Of New Jersey

This study tests whether giving a short course of radiation to part of the breast before surgery is safe and practical for women with early-stage breast cancer. About 98 women over age 50 with small, hormone-sensitive tumors will receive radiation before their operation. Research…

This study tested the drug pembrolizumab (a type of immunotherapy) in 21 adults with advanced solid tumors that have specific gene mutations (BRCA1, BRCA2, POLE, or POLD1). The goal was to see if the drug could shrink or control the cancer. Participants received pembrolizumab int…

This study tests a one-month course of three medicines (isoniazid, rifapentine, and vitamin B6) for latent tuberculosis in 25 adults with end-stage kidney disease who are candidates for a kidney transplant. The goal is to see if the short treatment is safe and if patients can com…

This study tests whether a new personalized feedback program can help 660 young adults (ages 18-25) reduce risky alcohol and drug use. Participants complete the program and researchers measure changes in drinking, drug problems, and readiness to change. The goal is to prevent sub…

This study looks at whether involving a radiation specialist early in care can improve quality of life for adults with metastatic cancer that cannot be cured. About 156 participants will either get standard cancer care alone or standard care plus early radiation oncology input. T…

This study looks at whether a private Facebook group can help young adults (ages 18-39) diagnosed with early-stage melanoma and their close family members do more thorough skin checks and protect themselves from the sun. About 1,160 participants will join either a melanoma-focuse…