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Clinical trials sponsored by Texas Tech University, explained in plain language.
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Fish oil and exercise: a One-Two punch against obesity inflammation?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether taking fish oil and doing high-intensity interval training (HIIT) could lower inflammation in people who are overweight or obese. Researchers measured changes in blood markers of inflammation and metabolism over 10 weeks. The goal was to see if the co…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Texas Tech University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:24 UTC
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New therapy program shows promise in reducing suicide risk for dementia caregivers
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills training program for older adults (age 50+) who care for a family member with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias. The goal was to reduce suicidal thoughts and feelings. Nine caregivers participated, and the program foc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Texas Tech University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Stomach signals may unlock secrets of food addiction
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study measured stomach electrical activity and hunger-related hormones in 23 adults with and without food addiction. Researchers compared stomach readings, hormone levels, and feelings of hunger to learn how the body's physiology differs in food addiction. The goal was to ga…
Sponsor: Texas Tech University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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VR after trauma: could a virtual world reshape bad memories?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested if a virtual reality (VR) experience could affect how people remember a traumatic event. 156 university students watched a video of a fire, then some used a VR headset. Researchers measured how accurately they recalled the video and their emotional state. The go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Texas Tech University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Cash for walks: small study tests incentives to fight obesity
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot study tested whether giving financial rewards for walking and healthy food could help low-income adults with obesity or diabetes. Eight participants were split into two groups: one received incentives, the other did not. The goal was to see if this approach could reduc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Texas Tech University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Can you trust your memory about food? study tests diet recall accuracy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how accurately adults report their food intake using a 24-hour dietary recall. Researchers served 75 participants a controlled meal with simple foods and mixed dishes, then compared what they actually ate to what they remembered the next day. The goal was to …
Sponsor: Texas Tech University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC