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This study is testing whether meals tailored to specific cultural backgrounds can help people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar better. Researchers are comparing blood sugar levels when 30 Asian Indian and Filipino participants eat their regular diet versus specially …

This early-stage study is testing whether it's safe to give patients a second dose of CAR-T cell therapy if their aggressive lymphoma returns after the first treatment. Researchers will enroll about 20 adults whose cancer came back despite receiving standard CAR-T therapy. The ma…

This study is testing whether giving radiation before surgery works better than surgery alone for a very early form of breast cancer called DCIS. Researchers will compare tissue samples from 50 women to see if the radiation-first approach can completely eliminate the cancer cells…

This study is testing whether a smartphone app called Matter Neuroscience can help people with mild to moderate depression. The app works with brain scans (fMRI) to give users feedback about their brain activity related to positive emotions. Researchers want to see if this neurof…

This study compares whether a behavioral therapy for autism works better when delivered at a treatment center versus in the child's home. Researchers will enroll 120 young children with autism and significant language delay to receive 16 weeks of therapy in one of these settings …

This early-stage study is testing the safety of a new cell therapy called Orca-T for adults with advanced blood cancers like leukemia. The goal is to see if combining Orca-T with two standard medications can reduce serious complications after a stem cell transplant from a partial…

This study is testing whether adding fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, and kimchi to the diet can help control inflammation and improve quality of life for adults with mild to moderate ulcerative colitis. Researchers at Stanford University are enrolling 21 participants to see i…

This study is testing whether a supervised cardiac rehabilitation program can help adults with Fontan heart failure get stronger and feel better. Researchers will compare the rehab program to usual medical care in 50 participants. They will measure changes in daily activity, exer…

This study is testing a new type of surgical drain called the Interi system against the standard drain used after breast reconstruction surgery. Researchers want to see if the new drain is safer, more comfortable, and helps patients recover faster by removing fluid more effective…

This early-phase study is testing the safety of giving two different types of genetically modified immune cell therapies, one after the other, to children and young adults whose B-cell leukemia has come back or hasn't responded to treatment. The goal is to see if a second, experi…

This study is testing whether a gentle, painless electrical current applied near the eye can help preserve vision in people with glaucoma. Researchers will compare the real treatment to a fake (sham) treatment in 30 participants to see if it slows vision loss. The goal is to find…

This study tests whether providing meals and education after a hospital stay helps people with diabetes who struggle to afford enough food. Researchers will enroll 160 hospitalized patients with diabetes and food insecurity. Some will receive 90 days of meal delivery and nutritio…

This study is testing a new way to organize diabetes care at community health centers. It uses a team-based, technology-supported approach to help patients better manage their blood sugar. The goal is to see if this model can reduce the number of patients with poorly controlled d…

This study is testing whether people with knee osteoarthritis can learn to walk differently using haptic feedback—gentle vibrations that guide muscle use. Researchers want to see if changing how a specific calf muscle works during walking can reduce stress on the knee joint. The …

This study is for people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer who have finished their standard treatment. It uses a special blood test to look for tiny leftover cancer signals. If the test is positive, participants receive a drug called durvalumab to try to clear these sig…

This study is testing a new three-drug combination (gemcitabine, docetaxel, and toripalimab) given before standard radiation therapy for people with a specific type of advanced throat cancer (EBV-positive nasopharyngeal carcinoma). The goal is to see if this approach is safe, fea…

This early-stage trial is testing the safety and feasibility of a new personalized cell therapy for adults with recurrent glioblastoma, a very aggressive brain cancer. Doctors will collect a patient's own immune cells, genetically modify them to target a protein (B7-H3) found on …

This study compares two surgical approaches for Fuchs endothelial dystrophy, an eye condition that causes cloudy vision. Researchers are testing whether a less invasive procedure (Descemet Stripping Only with Ripasudil eye drops) works as well as the standard transplant surgery (…

This early-stage trial is testing a new type of personalized immune cell therapy called B7-H3 CAR-T cells in adults with ovarian cancer that has returned and stopped responding to standard platinum chemotherapy. The study aims to find the safest dose and see if these modified imm…

This study is testing whether injecting a patient's own concentrated platelets (PRP) into the testicles can help men with severe infertility produce sperm. It's for men who have previously had unsuccessful sperm retrieval procedures. Researchers hope this treatment might improve …

This small, early-stage study is testing whether it is safe and practical to give a targeted radioactive treatment (called PRRT) both before and after surgery to remove certain slow-growing digestive tract tumors that have spread. The goal is to see if this combined approach help…

This study aims to see if specific exercises targeting the quadriceps (thigh) muscles can improve knee function and movement patterns in teenagers who have had ACL reconstruction surgery. Researchers will measure changes in leg strength and how participants jump and land. The goa…

This study is testing whether children with narcolepsy type 1 prefer a new extended-release version of sodium oxybate that's taken just once per night, compared to standard treatments that require multiple doses. Researchers will enroll 36 children to compare the safety, convenie…

This study is testing a new, faster way to deliver precise radiation treatment for liver cancer. It uses real-time MRI scans to guide the radiation beam and aims to complete the entire treatment in a single session, without needing a separate planning scan. The main goal is to se…

This study is testing whether combining counseling support with a muscle relaxant medication can help people who regularly use opioids for chronic back or neck pain safely reduce their medication after spine surgery. Researchers will compare three approaches in 375 patients acros…

This study is testing a combination of three immunotherapy drugs (relatlimab, nivolumab, and ipilimumab) for people with melanoma that has spread to the brain. It aims to see if this combo can shrink or control brain tumors and improve survival. The trial will enroll 60 adults, i…

This is an early safety study testing a new, personalized cell therapy called KYV-101 for adults with progressive forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) that are worsening and have no approved treatments. Doctors will collect a patient's own immune cells, modify them in a lab to target…

This early-stage study is testing if two modified insulin formulas work faster than a standard one. It involves 20 adults with type 1 diabetes who use insulin pumps. Researchers will give participants different insulin shots and take frequent blood samples to see which one starts…

This early-stage study is testing whether applying insulin directly to the eye as a drop is safe for people with glaucoma and similar optic nerve conditions. Researchers will enroll 52 participants to use the drops for 1-2 months and closely monitor for any side effects. They wil…

This study is testing whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique, called deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS), can help Veterans with moderate to severe methamphetamine addiction. Researchers will use a special coil to target deeper brain circuits involved in cra…

This study is testing a new, personalized approach to brain stimulation for people with depression who haven't been helped by medication. Researchers are using a technique called rTMS, which uses magnetic pulses to stimulate the brain, but this time they are measuring brain activ…

This early-stage trial is testing a new type of personalized cell therapy for children and young adults whose aggressive brain tumors have come back or not responded to standard treatments. Doctors take a patient's own immune cells, genetically modify them to target a protein (GP…

This study is testing whether a special diet that mimics the effects of fasting can help people with mild to moderate ulcerative colitis. Researchers want to see if this diet reduces gut inflammation and improves symptoms and quality of life. About 75 participants will follow the…

This study is testing if a drug called efgartigimod can reduce swelling in the tear glands, salivary glands, or pancreas in adults with IgG4-related disease. Up to 5 participants will receive weekly injections for 12 weeks and have regular checkups and scans. The goal is to see i…

This study is testing a 12-week early intervention program to help improve social communication skills in young children with developmental disorders like autism. The program involves 12 hours per week of intensive activities, delivered either in a center-based preschool setting …

This study is testing if a safe, existing water pill called bumetanide might help control Alzheimer's disease. It will check the pill's safety and see if it improves thinking skills in 40 people with early Alzheimer's. The research is based on promising data suggesting the drug c…

This early-stage study is testing whether injecting a person's own processed fat tissue into an arthritic shoulder joint works better than a standard steroid shot. Researchers will compare pain relief and shoulder function in 48 adults with mild to moderate shoulder arthritis. Th…

This early-stage trial is testing a new approach to stem cell transplants for adults with advanced blood cancers like leukemia. Researchers are modifying the donor cells by adding specific immune cells (regulatory T-cells) alongside the standard transplant. The goal is to help th…

This early-phase study is testing whether a patient's own immune cells can be modified in a lab to recognize and attack a specific aggressive type of brain or spinal cord tumor. The main goals are to see if these modified cells (called GD2CART) can be reliably made and given safe…

This is an early safety study testing a drug called niclosamide, which is normally used to treat tapeworms, in combination with a standard chemotherapy (cytarabine) for children and young adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has come back or not responded to other treatm…

This study aims to improve how paramedics treat children having seizures in ambulances. It tests if using simple, age-based doses of a common seizure-stopping medication (midazolam), given as a shot or nasal spray, works better and is as safe as the current method that requires c…

This study is testing if adding the medication guanfacine to a standard antidepressant (sertraline) can help people with depression, especially those who also have trouble with thinking and focus. Researchers will use brain scans and cognitive tests to see how the treatment affec…

This study is testing whether adding a special scaffold called 'Biobridge' to a standard surgery can better treat chronic arm swelling (lymphedema). The surgery moves healthy lymph nodes to the swollen area, and researchers hope the scaffold will help these new nodes connect and …

This study is comparing two ways to repair a key shoulder muscle during total shoulder replacement surgery. Researchers want to see if adding a special patch called a Biobrace leads to better healing on ultrasound images and better shoulder function after surgery. The study will …

This study aims to understand the long-term benefits and side effects of chelation therapy for people with Gadolinium Deposition Disease (GDD), a condition linked to MRI contrast agents. Researchers will collect information from 50 adults who have already completed at least five …

This study aims to test the safety and effectiveness of a heart-lung support machine called the Cardiohelp System in children with life-threatening heart failure. It will also compare two different blood thinners used with the device. The goal is to gather enough evidence for the…

This study aims to find the best imaging method for detecting tumors in children and young adults. Researchers will compare three types of scans—whole-body MRI, combined PET/MR, and PET/CT—to see which is most accurate at finding tumors. The goal is to improve diagnosis for young…

This study is testing if small, in-home cameras and sensors can spot early changes in mood and daily behavior that might signal memory problems or dementia. Researchers at Stanford University are working with 25 older adults to see if this technology can provide clearer, more fre…

This study is testing a new imaging agent called panitumumab-IRDye800 to see if it is safe and can help surgeons better see brain tumors during surgery in children and young adults. The dye is designed to make tumor cells glow under special lights, potentially helping surgeons re…

This study is testing a new imaging dye that attaches to lung cancer cells and glows under a special camera. The goal is to help surgeons see the cancer more clearly during an operation, which could help them remove all of the cancer while leaving more healthy tissue. The trial w…

This study is a screening program to find people who may qualify for future food allergy research studies at Stanford. Participants will undergo standard food allergy tests, including supervised food challenges and skin tests, to confirm or rule out allergies. The goal is to buil…

This study is testing a special fluorescent dye attached to an antibody (panitumumab-IRDye800) that sticks to brain tumor cells. During surgery, a special camera can see the glowing dye, which may help surgeons better tell tumor tissue apart from healthy brain tissue and find sma…

This study is testing a new program called Food FARMacia, which delivers healthy groceries to families with infants who struggle to afford enough food. The goal is to see if this support, along with nutrition advice, is a practical way to help prevent childhood obesity. Researche…

This study compares three different support programs to help pregnant women maintain a healthy weight during pregnancy and after giving birth. Researchers want to see which approach works best at helping women return to their pre-pregnancy weight by 12 months after delivery. The …

This study aims to prevent irregular heartbeats that sometimes develop after open-heart surgery. During surgery, doctors will briefly stimulate the heart to see if it's prone to developing these rhythm problems. If the test shows risk, patients may receive a preventive medication…

This study is testing if a surgical procedure called LYMPHA, done during lymph node removal for breast cancer, can prevent lymphedema—a chronic, painful swelling of the arm. Researchers will compare outcomes in 80 patients to see if the procedure reduces swelling risk and improve…

This study is testing if a medication called Tranexamic Acid (TXA), which is already used to reduce bleeding, can help prevent arthritis in people who tear their ACL. Researchers want to see if giving TXA right after the injury and during surgery reduces joint inflammation and pr…

This study is testing whether providing new families with extra money and a community health worker helps them use important health and social services and supports their child's healthy development. It involves 2,400 families in San Mateo County who have a newborn and are enroll…

This study is testing whether the prescription sleep medication zolpidem can help children and teenagers with autism who have trouble sleeping. Researchers will compare the effects of the real medication to a placebo (inactive pill) over 8 weeks. They will measure changes in slee…

This study is testing a newer, 'closed-loop' spinal cord stimulator for people with long-term pelvic pain that hasn't improved with standard treatments. The device automatically adjusts its stimulation based on real-time feedback from the spinal cord. Researchers will measure cha…

This study is testing a personalized mobile app designed to help women with overactive bladder better understand their condition and stick with their treatment plan. Researchers want to see if the app improves knowledge about bladder health and makes it easier for people to manag…

This Stanford study is testing whether a quick, non-invasive brain stimulation technique can help reduce symptoms of hoarding disorder. It will involve about 10 adults with hoarding disorder. The goal is to see if this approach can help people feel less compelled to acquire and k…

This study is comparing two online programs to see which works better for managing chronic pain. One is an 8-week cognitive behavioral therapy course, and the other is a single 2-hour skills class. Researchers at Stanford University are recruiting 1,650 adults with ongoing pain t…

This study is comparing two different anesthesia approaches for common back surgery. Researchers want to see if patients do better with lighter sedation where they're generally aware, or with traditional deep general anesthesia. The goal is to find which method leads to better re…

This study is testing whether using lavender or peppermint aromatherapy inhalers can help reduce distress and improve coping for cancer patients in the first few difficult days after a stem cell transplant. Researchers will enroll 50 adult patients and measure changes in their di…

This study is testing whether Botox injections in the skin can reduce the severe, stabbing facial pain of trigeminal neuralgia. It compares the real treatment to a placebo (saltwater) injection in patients who haven't gotten enough relief from medications. The goal is to see if t…

This study is testing whether a device that uses pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMF) can help reduce pain after knee or shoulder surgery. Researchers will compare the device to a placebo in 76 patients to see if it lowers pain scores and the need for pain medication 10 days afte…

This study is testing whether a prescription sleep medication called suvorexant helps teens with autism who have trouble falling or staying asleep. Researchers will compare the medication to a placebo (inactive pill) in 26 participants over 8 weeks. They'll measure sleep quality …

This study is testing a single, two-hour online class taught in Spanish that provides skills to help manage chronic pain. Researchers want to see if this class is helpful and easy to use for Spanish-speaking adults who have had pain for at least three months. Participants will be…

This study is testing whether a single dose of the nutritional supplement N-acetylcysteine (NAC) can help reduce restricted and repetitive behaviors in children with autism. Researchers will measure changes in brain chemistry and activity using MRI and EEG scans to understand how…

This study is testing whether a digital program delivered on phones or tablets can improve the overall health and well-being of people recently diagnosed with cancer. 440 participants will be randomly assigned to try one of two online courses and complete surveys and at-home bloo…

This study is testing whether daily breathing exercises can help reduce anxiety and stress. Researchers will compare two breathing techniques against hypnosis and an educational audiobook over 4 weeks. They will measure changes in participants' anxiety levels, brain activity, and…

This study is testing whether parents can learn online coaching techniques to help reduce their autistic child's rigid, repetitive behaviors and anxiety. Researchers will work with 30 families of children aged 6-10 to teach parents specific strategies through telehealth sessions.…

This study is testing if esomeprazole, a common heartburn medicine, can help improve social communication skills in young children with autism. It will involve 25 children aged 2 to 6 years old who will take the medicine for 12 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in social ab…

This study is testing whether N-acetylcysteine (NAC), a nutritional supplement, can reduce the severity of restricted and repetitive behaviors in children with autism. Researchers will enroll 144 children aged 3-12 in a 12-week trial where some receive NAC and others receive a pl…

This study is testing whether an online training course can effectively teach parents of young children with autism a specific therapy technique called Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT). Researchers want to see if parents can learn to use PRT correctly at home and if this leads to…

This study compares two ways to deliver pain medication through nerve block catheters after surgery. Researchers want to see whether a steady drip or scheduled larger doses provides better pain control with fewer side effects like breathing problems. They're enrolling 240 adults …

This study is testing whether watching short, animated storytelling videos can help people feel less addicted to their smartphones. Researchers at Stanford University will enroll 6,000 English-speaking adults in the US who own a smartphone. Participants will watch the videos and …

This study is testing whether a smartphone app and smartwatch can help identify young people with cancer who are struggling with depression, anxiety, or stress. The goal is to use this digital information to connect them to mental health support faster. The pilot will involve abo…

This study is testing if using virtual reality (VR) headsets during physical therapy makes exercise more enjoyable and effective for children and young adults (ages 10-25) who are in the hospital for cancer treatment. Researchers will compare VR-assisted therapy to traditional th…

This Stanford University study is testing whether using a virtual reality (VR) headset can help make standard depression therapy more effective and engaging for adults aged 65 and older. Participants will work with a therapist to plan enjoyable activities and then try some of the…

This study is comparing two different approaches to managing chronic lower back pain. One group will learn the Gokhale Method through an online course with a posture-tracking app, while the other receives standard physical therapy with posture training. Researchers want to see wh…

This study is testing if adding a small nerve stimulation device to standard pain care helps people with long-term nerve pain in their lower back, pelvis, or legs. Researchers will compare pain relief over three months between people receiving standard care alone and those who al…

This study is testing whether diphenhydramine (the active ingredient in Benadryl) can help children with autism spectrum disorder who have trouble sleeping. Researchers will compare the sleep medicine to a placebo in 26 children and teens over 8 weeks, measuring how quickly they …

This small study is testing if using a special walking bike, called the Alinker, can help people move around better and with less pain after total knee replacement surgery. Participants will use the bike before and for three months after their operation. Researchers will track ho…

This Stanford study is testing whether intentionally inducing dreams while under light anesthesia can help reduce the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). In this Phase 2 trial, 42 adults with PTSD will be randomly assigned to receive either a deep sedation designed…

This study is testing a new 12-week group therapy program for women who have experienced interpersonal trauma (like physical or sexual abuse) and are currently having suicidal thoughts. The program combines psychological counseling with physical self-defense training, aiming to b…

This study is testing a new 'smart' tissue expander device for women undergoing breast reconstruction or augmentation. The device slowly expands on its own, aiming to avoid the frequent, uncomfortable needle injections required with standard expanders. Researchers will compare th…

This small pilot study from Stanford University is testing a new, non-invasive 3D-printed external device designed to help men with moderate to severe erectile dysfunction (ED). The main goal is to check if the device is safe and practical to use for achieving satisfactory sexual…

This Stanford study is testing whether a gentle ear stimulation technique can help people with obsessive-compulsive disorders better recognize their intrusive thoughts as symptoms of illness. Researchers are enrolling 16 adults with conditions like OCD, body dysmorphic disorder, …

This study is testing if virtual reality (VR) field trips can help hospitalized children feel less depressed and more connected to learning. Researchers will take 100 kids, aged 5 to 17, on immersive VR journeys to famous world wonders from their hospital beds. They will measure …

This study is creating a registry, or a large list, of people who are interested in possibly joining future food allergy or asthma research studies at Stanford. It is not a treatment trial itself. The goal is to collect basic contact and health information from up to 6,000 volunt…

This study is creating a large registry to collect information on patients who have a device called an IVC filter placed or removed to prevent blood clots. The goal is to track how patients do over time to better understand the long-term safety and effectiveness of these filters,…

This study follows 800 children and young adults who received stem cell transplants to understand their long-term health. Researchers collect health data and samples over many years to identify late effects and improve care. The goal is to create better monitoring guidelines and …

This study aims to understand how our mood is connected to our brain activity, facial expressions, and speech. Researchers at Stanford will record video and audio of 10 participants with depression or epilepsy who have brain implants for medical treatment. They will analyze these…

This study aims to find new markers in blood that could help doctors monitor how well cancer treatments are working. Researchers will collect blood samples from 2,000 cancer patients before, during, and after treatment to identify proteins that signal treatment response or diseas…

This Stanford study is exploring whether the levels of carotenoids (natural pigments from fruits and vegetables) in a person's skin are connected to signs of aging and immune system health. Researchers will measure skin carotenoids in healthy young adults (18-30) and older adults…

This study aims to understand how brain activity in schizophrenia can be affected by non-invasive brain stimulation. Researchers will use a technique called theta burst stimulation on 60 participants with schizophrenia or epilepsy to measure brain wave changes. The goal is to gat…

This study aims to find out if one of two FDA-approved LASIK techniques works better for correcting nearsightedness and astigmatism. Up to 70 participants will have one eye treated with a standard 'wavefront-guided' method and the other eye with a newer 'ray tracing-guided' metho…

This study aims to compare different computer algorithms for analyzing heart scans and electrical signals in people with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). Researchers will study data from 1,000 patients who have already undergone a standard ablation procedure. The goa…

This study aims to better understand how lymphoma grows and spreads by collecting and analyzing tumor tissue samples. Researchers will study the biology of lymphoma cells from patients with Hodgkin's or non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. The knowledge gained may help develop future treatmen…

This Stanford University study aims to understand how brain activity relates to chronic low back pain. Researchers will use EEG brain scans on 130 participants with chronic back pain and healthy volunteers over several months. The goal is to identify brain patterns that might pre…

This study is testing whether a motion-capture video game system is a practical and engaging tool for physical therapy with children in the hospital. Researchers at Stanford are enrolling 30 kids to see if the system is easy for therapists to use and if children and their familie…

This study aims to learn if a daily supplement can restore normal blood levels of a dietary compound called ergothioneine in people with kidney failure. Dialysis removes waste from the blood but may also remove this potentially beneficial compound. Researchers will measure ergoth…

This study aims to understand how well the flu vaccine protects people over time, specifically in those who have recovered from COVID-19. Researchers will compare immune responses in adults and children (ages 9-64) who had COVID-19 to those who did not. The goal is to learn if ha…

This study aims to test a new method for collecting fluid from the uterus during gynecologic surgery. Researchers will analyze the cells and molecules in this fluid from 50 participants to better understand uterine health and disease. The goal is to gather knowledge, not to provi…

This study is creating a large registry to learn more about what causes stomach cancer. It will collect health information and samples from 500 people who have had stomach cancer, have a family history of it, or carry a specific genetic risk. The goal is to find patterns that cou…

This study is testing whether improving sleep can help reduce anxiety, depression, and agitation in people with early Alzheimer's disease or memory loss. Researchers will give 150 participants either a proven sleep therapy program or a comparison activity to see if better sleep l…

This study aims to use machine learning (a type of artificial intelligence) to better understand different types of atrial fibrillation and predict which patients will benefit from ablation procedures. Researchers will enroll 120 patients undergoing standard ablation treatment to…

This study aims to understand why patients develop a serious liver disease called Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC), which has no cure and often leads to cancer or transplant. Researchers will give 15 adult patients with PSC a common cholesterol-lowering drug (rosuvastatin) to…

This study aims to improve depression treatment by finding better ways to measure brain activity. Researchers will test different brain stimulation methods on 145 adults with moderate-to-severe depression. The goal is to identify reliable brain markers that could help personalize…

This study aims to better understand how certain stomach changes can lead to cancer. Researchers will follow 600 people who have these changes or are at high risk, collecting samples during routine check-ups. The goal is to learn who is most likely to progress to cancer, which co…

This study aims to improve how doctors diagnose allergies and understand what happens in the body during allergic reactions. Researchers at Stanford University are enrolling 2,500 people with possible allergies to participate. The study involves skin testing to measure reactions …

This study aims to find out if brain scans can predict which young children with autism will benefit most from a specific speech therapy. Researchers will scan the brains of 36 children aged 2-5 with autism and language delays. Half will receive the therapy immediately, while the…

This study aims to better understand atrial fibrillation (AF) and predict which patients will respond best to specific heart procedures. Researchers will use heart mapping techniques on 200 patients with persistent AF who need treatment. The goal is to guide personalized therapy …

This study aims to understand the long-term results and quality of life for children and young adults (up to age 26) with B-cell blood cancers who receive commercially available immunotherapies. Researchers will track 500 participants who have received treatments like CAR-T thera…

This study aims to understand how teens and young adults with cancer prefer to be involved in making decisions about their treatment. Researchers will ask 100 participants aged 15-29 to share their preferences through surveys and interviews. The goal is to learn what factors infl…

This study aims to understand how exercise helps people with heart failure by looking at changes in their blood proteins. Researchers will compare protein levels in 90 patients before and after a 12-week cardiac rehab program against patients who delay rehab. The long-term goal i…

This study aims to understand why people have different blood sugar responses to the same foods. Researchers will use continuous glucose monitors to track how 100 participants with varying health statuses react to meals like rice, testing if adding things like fiber or vinegar he…

This study aims to understand how magnetic brain stimulation (TMS) works to treat depression. Researchers will measure brain activity in people with epilepsy who are already having brain monitoring, comparing responses to real and sham stimulation. The goal is to find brain marke…

This international study aims to create a better tool to predict survival for people with advanced mycosis fungoides and Sézary syndrome, two rare types of skin lymphoma. Researchers will follow 2,000 patients to collect detailed information about their disease and treatments. Th…

This study aims to understand how genes and proteins contribute to the development of stomach and esophageal cancers. Researchers will analyze tissue samples from biopsies and blood samples from 100 participants who either have these cancers or are at high inherited risk. The goa…

This study aims to discover new proteins and genes involved in head and neck cancer by analyzing tissue samples from patients undergoing surgery at Stanford. Researchers hope this basic science will eventually lead to better diagnostic tests and treatments. The study is enrolling…

This study aims to create a simple score to measure heart and metabolic health in children and teens with obesity. Researchers will use data from wearable fitness trackers and glucose monitors, along with lab tests, to understand how physical activity and blood sugar relate to he…

This study is testing whether analyzing the genetic makeup of a person's cancer can help doctors recommend more effective, personalized treatments. Researchers will collect tumor samples and blood from 100 adults with advanced cancer that has spread. The main goal is to see if th…