The University Of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston

This study tests whether mentoring local clinic teams via telehealth can help them start a comprehensive diabetes program for low-income Latino(a)s with type 2 diabetes. The program includes community health workers, help getting medication, and diabetes education. Researchers wi…

Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children in the U.S. This study tests a video program called Rise Up! Against Violence for middle schoolers. High school students who have experienced gun violence made the videos to teach younger kids about the real-life consequence…

This study tests whether taking L-citrulline, a natural amino acid supplement, daily from early pregnancy can prevent high blood pressure conditions like preeclampsia in women expecting their first child. About 338 healthy first-time mothers between 12-16 weeks pregnant will rece…

This small, early study is testing a new device that uses low-frequency ultrasound waves in a bath to see if it can safely help heal knee osteoarthritis and reduce pain. Ten adults aged 40 and older with chronic knee pain will try the treatment every few days. The main goal is to…

This study tests whether a mild, non-invasive brain stimulation called tDCS can improve walking and motor skills in stroke survivors. 70 participants will receive either real stimulation, a sham, or no stimulation, combined with stepping and treadmill training over four weeks. Re…

This study aims to find new biological markers (biomarkers) that can show how active acute porphyria is in the body and how well treatments are working. Researchers will study 50 people with confirmed acute porphyria to measure gene activity related to heme production and stress …

This study trains Latino church members to become community health workers who help others manage diabetes and reduce health barriers. About 400 Spanish-speaking adults at risk for or with type 2 diabetes are taking part. The program uses an online platform to track progress and …

This study tests whether a software tool called the Respiratory Knowledge Portal (RKP) can help ICU teams reduce complications in patients on breathing machines. Researchers will collect data from 875 patients to see if the tool improves how alarms are set, helps wean patients of…

This study aimed to see if common food allergens like milk, egg, and peanut can pass through breast milk and cause allergies in infants. Researchers planned to test breast milk samples and check babies for sensitization using skin prick and blood tests. However, the study was wit…

This study follows 75 manual wheelchair users with spinal cord injuries over 3 to 5 years to see when and why shoulder problems start. Researchers use yearly MRIs and motion tracking to link daily activities to shoulder damage. The goal is to find ways to prevent shoulder pain an…