State University Of New York At Buffalo

This early-phase study tested whether a low dose of lithium aspartate (30-45 mg per day) could slow the progression of Parkinson's disease. Fifteen people with early-stage Parkinson's took the supplement for a short time while researchers measured changes in brain scans and blood…

This study tested a home-based, telephone-delivered behavioral treatment for low-income seniors with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes. 200 participants received either the special therapy or supportive calls. The goal was to see if the therapy improved blood sugar levels over 12…

This study tested whether taking the smoking-cessation drug varenicline for 4 weeks before quitting, instead of the usual 1 week, helps more people stay smoke-free. 320 smokers were randomly assigned to either the extended or standard pre-quit schedule, and both groups received c…

This study compared two types of tube shunts (Baerveldt 350 and Ahmed ClearPath 250) in 80 adults with glaucoma that was not controlled by other treatments. The goal was to see which device lowers eye pressure better and is safer. Both implants are used to drain fluid and protect…

This study tested a school-based program to help children with asthma take their daily preventive medicine under supervision. The goal was to reduce asthma symptoms, emergency visits, and missed school days. 29 children with persistent asthma from underserved communities took par…

This study tested whether a program that combines technology (like a home monitoring system) with diabetes education and skills training can help African Americans with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes. About 200 adults took part, using the FORA monitoring system for 12 months. …

This study tested a type of talking therapy called Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) in 124 low-income urban teens aged 16-25 who had PTSD from violence and were at risk for substance use. The goal was to see if the therapy could reduce PTSD symptoms and substance-related problems…

This small study tested a home-friendly robotic walking trainer that uses sound cues to help adults with cerebral palsy improve their walking. Five participants completed 6 training sessions, and researchers measured changes in walking speed, endurance, and movement quality. The …

This study tested two simple ways to reduce pain when children get an IV or blood draw in the emergency department. One method uses a vibrating ice pack called Buzzy, and the other uses a cold spray (vapocoolant). 172 children took part, and their pain was measured using a faces …

This study looked at how one session of high-intensity interval training affects heart and brain function in 30 people with spinal cord injury compared to non-injured individuals. The goal was to see if intense exercise can improve blood pressure control and thinking skills. Rese…

This study looked at whether simple tools like special placemats and a reward card could encourage children aged 4-8 to choose healthier kids' meals at fast-food restaurants. Over 500 families took part across six restaurant locations. The goal was to see if these small changes c…

This small pilot study looked at how air pollution might impact physical activity in adults aged 35 to 55 living in Buffalo. Researchers measured blood pressure and asked participants about their exercise habits. The goal was to gather initial data for future research, not to tes…

This study looked at how two different anesthesia machines (Drager Apollo and GE Ohmeda) deliver sevoflurane gas to children during the first 10 minutes of anesthesia. Researchers measured gas concentrations and vital signs in 24 children having elective surgery. The goal was to …

This study looked at 39 children with asthma to see if those with depression have different lung inflammation and respond better to a specific type of inhaler (ipratropium) than children without depression. The goal was to better understand this link and find more tailored treatm…

This study looked at whether attending a week-long Innovation Lab helps early-career researchers feel more ready and willing to collaborate. About 94 researchers from NIH-funded centers applied and were randomly chosen to attend the lab or not. The researchers then reported on th…

This study tracked 1,646 people having ACL knee surgery to see what other injuries (like meniscus or cartilage tears) they had and what factors might predict those injuries. It was an observational registry, not a test of a new treatment. The goal was to gather information to hel…

This study tested whether a pharmacist can help patients leaving the emergency department by checking for social needs like food, housing, or transportation. Researchers screened 58 adults and connected them to community resources. The goal was to see if this approach reduces ret…

This study tested two different word-finding therapies in 2 people with long-term aphasia (a language disorder often after stroke). The goal was to find out which patient traits predict a better response to each therapy. Participants tried both treatments over several months, and…

This study looked at two ways to help toddlers who are picky eaters try new vegetables. One method paired veggies with a tasty dip, and the other had parents and children taste vegetables together. 41 families took part to see if these approaches were easy to use and liked by par…

This study analyzed MRI scans from 732 people with primary-progressive multiple sclerosis who took part in a larger trial of ocrelizumab. The goal was to see if the drug affects a specific brain area called the choroid plexus, which may be involved in inflammation. The study did …

This study did not test a new treatment. Instead, it created a database of 376 people who had knee surgery to remove part of a torn meniscus. Researchers tracked their pain scores over time to understand trends and what affects recovery.

This study tested whether a video-based education program (KidneyTIME) helps people with kidney failure learn more about getting a kidney from a living donor. Over 400 adults waiting for a kidney transplant were split into two groups: one received the video program plus usual car…