Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, explained in plain language.
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Could a broccoli sprout compound protect aging hearts?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether a supplement called sulforaphane, found in broccoli sprouts, can help prevent age-related declines in heart function. Researchers will give the supplement or a placebo to adults over 60 with a type of heart failure called HFpEF. They will measure heart fu…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can gardening and healthy habits curb obesity in rural toddlers?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests three home-based programs—healthy eating, physical activity, and gardening—designed to prevent obesity in Hispanic children aged 3 to 4 living in rural West Texas. Over 24 months, researchers will measure changes in body mass index, waist-to-height ratio, and bod…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Flickering glasses aim to sharpen Athletes' vision and batting skills
Symptom relief OngoingThis pilot study tests whether stroboscopic vision training glasses can enhance visual and athletic performance in high school softball players. The glasses flicker between clear and opaque, briefly removing visual information to train the connection between eyes, brain, and body…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC