Stanford University

This study tests an experimental pill, acebilustat, to see if it can reduce arm swelling in people with long-term lymphedema. About 40 adults with stage 2 arm lymphedema will take either the drug or a placebo for 9 months. The main goal is to measure changes in skin thickness, wh…

This study tests an experimental drug called QBS72S in 21 adults with advanced breast or lung cancer that has spread to the brain or the lining around the brain. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink or control these brain tumors. Participants receive the drug and are monitor…

This study looks at whether a shorter course of radiation (from 1 to 5 days) after breast cancer surgery is as safe and effective as the standard 6.5-week treatment. It includes women aged 40 and older with small tumors who choose lumpectomy. Researchers will track cancer return,…

This study tests a special audio-visual system called AVATAR to help children aged 3 to 10 stay still during radiotherapy without needing anesthesia. The goal is to see how many kids can complete at least one treatment session without anesthesia. If successful, this could make ra…

This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) therapy can help reduce depression in pregnant women who must stay in the hospital for weeks due to complications. About 44 participants will either receive VR-enhanced behavioral activation therapy or standard social work support. Th…

This study looks at whether a single dose of ketamine, given while a person is sedated, can help with chronic pain and depression better than a placebo (saline). About 40 adults with long-term pain and depression will take part. They will be randomly assigned to receive either ke…

This study looks at whether N-acetylcysteine (NAC), a well-tolerated nutritional supplement, can help reduce restricted and repetitive behaviors in children with autism. Researchers will use brain scans and EEG to understand how NAC works. The study is open to children who have a…

This small study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) could be used safely at home to reduce seizures in people with epilepsy. Four adults with hard-to-control seizures used the device daily. Researchers t…

This study looks at whether a physical activity program can help pregnant people who have symptoms of depression or anxiety feel better. Researchers will measure changes in mood and stress markers. About 88 participants will be randomly assigned to the activity program or usual c…

This study looks at how fentanyl changes brain activity using EEG scans in 20 adults having surgery. Researchers want to find a brain signal pattern linked to fentanyl and see if it relates to how much people like the drug. The goal is to better understand the brain's response to…

This study collects blood, tumor tissue, and other body fluids from 1,000 adults with lung cancer, thymus cancer, or mesothelioma. Researchers analyze these samples to find biological markers that could predict how cancer will behave or respond to treatments. The goal is to impro…

This study aimed to see if stroke survivors could use an augmented reality (AR) program for arm rehabilitation at home. Researchers planned to measure how often participants completed their 30-minute sessions over 8 weeks and whether they could perform a remote assessment. The st…

This study tests a digital tool that lets children, teens, and young adults with cancer, along with their caregivers, report symptoms during clinic visits. The goal is to see if doctors find this information useful and easy to use. About 83 participants will help researchers unde…

This study looks at how two small parts of the brain's thalamus are involved in spreading seizures and forming memories. Researchers will record brain activity from 100 epilepsy patients who already have electrodes implanted. The goal is to better understand these brain connectio…

This early-phase study at Stanford University will enroll 100 adults scheduled for surgery or a procedure who are expected to receive fentanyl. Researchers aim to measure changes in drug liking and brain activity (via EEG) after receiving medications in a clinical setting. The st…

This study aimed to see if a cancer patient's mindset—their beliefs about their illness and their body—could affect their quality of life and treatment outcomes. Researchers planned to follow newly diagnosed patients through treatment and test a brief program to encourage helpful…

This study aimed to see if personalized lifestyle coaching could help emergency medicine residents stay alert and perform better during night shifts. It planned to compare reaction time, sleepiness, and well-being between coached and uncoached doctors. However, the study was with…

This study looks at how eating fermented foods (like yogurt) and fiber-rich foods (like vegetables) during pregnancy changes the gut bacteria of mothers and their babies. Researchers will track 135 pregnant women and their infants to see if diet affects the types of bacteria pass…

This study aims to find brain-based subtypes of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and see how people respond to two different brain stimulation targets. 212 adults with moderate to severe OCD will have brain scans before and after treatment. The goal is to learn which brain pat…