Tulane University

This study looks at whether a booster dose of the Ebola vaccine (ERVEBO) can strengthen the immune system of people who have already survived Ebola. Researchers will compare their response to that of healthy people who have never had the virus. The goal is to see if the booster p…

This study tests whether a church-based program led by community health workers can help Black adults in Louisiana lower their risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. About 812 participants from local churches will receive either a health worke…

This study tests a mobile app called ColorBRAVE that guides parents of children in kindergarten through second grade on how to talk about race. Researchers will enroll 1,200 families across the U.S. to see if the app helps parents feel more comfortable and skilled in these conver…

This study follows 300 pregnant women who had respiratory infections to see if RSV can pass from mother to baby before birth. Researchers will test blood from mothers and umbilical cords for RSV antibodies and viruses. Babies will be tracked for up to 4 years to monitor respirato…

This pilot study from Tulane University tests whether a mother reading aloud to her newborn can positively affect the baby's autonomic nervous system. One healthy newborn and mother will have their heart activity measured during reading sessions. The goal is to see if live readin…

This study tests whether an educational video can help adults with serious cancer understand and use palliative care. 172 participants will either receive standard care plus brochures, or standard care plus a tailored video and extra materials. Researchers will track knowledge, a…