The University Of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
Clinical trials sponsored by The University Of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, explained in plain language.
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Can community health workers help rural patients control diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will see if a program led by community health workers (CHWs) can help people with type 2 diabetes in rural and low-income clinics. About 200 Spanish-speaking Hispanic adults will attend monthly diabetes classes and get weekly check-ins from CHWs. The goal is to see if …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Laser light may help heal the brain after injury
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a new, noninvasive laser treatment called Nano-Pulsed Laser Therapy (NPLT) for people with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury (TBI). The goal is to see if the treatment is safe and can be given soon after injury. Researchers will also check if the la…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Can video diaries help black women access HIV prevention?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if watching video logs and receiving personalized messages can make Black women more willing to use PrEP, a daily pill that prevents HIV. It also looks at whether healthcare providers become more willing to prescribe PrEP. About 78 participants in Texas wil…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Viagra tested as surprising new treatment for cancer fatigue and brain fog
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a daily 50mg dose of sildenafil (Viagra) can prevent or reduce the fatigue and cognitive problems (brain fog) that often come with cancer treatment. The trial will enroll 30 women with ER+/HER2- breast cancer, aged 30-50, and track their symptoms using qu…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Can a phone app boost brain health? new study aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a smartphone app called utmbHealthyBrain is easy for older adults and their caregivers to use. The app includes drawing, Tai-Chi, meditation, and a sharing feature to help with emotions, movement, and social connection. Forty pairs of adults aged 50+ and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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No time to pause: exercise program targets menopause health in hispanic women
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a physical activity program can improve health and well-being in midlife Hispanic women who have elevated blood pressure and are going through menopause. Forty sedentary women aged 45-50 will take part. The goal is to see if the program increases physical…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Can Pre-Season training keep young athletes safer? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 250 high school athletes who are taking part in a pre-season strength and conditioning program. Researchers will test their movement, strength, and agility before and after the program, and track any injuries during the school year. The goal is to find out …
Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC