Tulane University

This study looks at whether giving the Ebola vaccine (ERVEBO®) to people who have already survived Ebola can strengthen their immune system and provide longer protection. Researchers will compare 20 survivors with 20 people who never had Ebola, all receiving one vaccine dose. The…

This study looks at whether a 3-month cooking class program can help seniors from diverse backgrounds improve their heart health and mental well-being. Participants will learn to cook tasty, healthy meals based on the Mediterranean diet. The goal is to see if this 'food as medici…

This study aims to reduce sexually transmitted infections like chlamydia and gonorrhea among Black youth aged 15-26 in New Orleans. Participants receive free testing for four STIs and, if positive, get counseling and no-cost treatment options for themselves and their partners. Th…

This study tests whether using very low amounts of contrast dye during heart X-rays is safe for people who already have acute kidney injury. About 32 hospitalized adults will be randomly assigned to get the heart imaging right away or wait until their kidneys stabilize. The goal …

This study tests whether a church-based program led by community health workers can help Black adults in New Orleans lower their risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. About 800 participants aged 40 and older with at least three heart risk fac…

This study tests whether using simple insecticidal bait to reduce cockroaches in the home can improve asthma symptoms in children aged 5-17. Researchers will track symptom days, hospital visits, and asthma control over 12 months. The goal is to find a low-cost, low-toxicity way t…

This study looks at whether continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) can help people with type 2 diabetes who are uninsured or on Medicaid better manage their blood sugar. About 50 adults who take daily insulin will either use a CGM or standard finger-stick testing for 6 months. Resear…

This study tests whether kidney transplants from HIV-positive donors are safe and effective for people with HIV who also have kidney failure. About 30 adults with well-controlled HIV will receive a kidney from an HIV-positive donor. Researchers will track survival and kidney func…

This study is testing a new blood test that uses CRISPR technology to find tuberculosis (TB) in children more accurately than current methods. The test looks for tiny bits of TB DNA in the blood, which is easier to get than the samples usually needed. Researchers will enroll abou…

This study tests a program called M-O-M-S to help pregnant women in areas hit by natural disasters feel less anxious and depressed. About 240 pregnant women will attend classes led by a mother-mentor to learn about emotional changes and prepare for labor. The goal is to see if th…

This study is testing a topical foam called roflumilast for people with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a painful skin condition. The foam is used alone for mild cases or added to other treatments for moderate to severe cases. The goal is to see if it safely reduces symptoms and i…

This study will give 10,000 adults with or without heart disease a smartwatch to wear for one year. The watch collects health data, and participants answer questions through a phone app. Researchers will use this information to see if smartwatches can help detect and understand h…

This study looks at whether obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) causes scarring (fibrosis) in the heart's upper chambers, even in people without atrial fibrillation. Researchers will use special MRI scans to measure scarring in 60 adults with different severities of OSA. The goal is to…

This study aims to see if certain blood markers that indicate clotting are linked to how much atrial fibrillation (AFib) a person has after a catheter ablation procedure. Researchers will collect blood samples from 20 adults with AFib before, during, and up to 90 days after their…

This study is testing whether a special watch that shines light on the skin (called PPG) can predict how well the heart pumps blood and detect heart valve or muscle diseases. About 500 adults getting a heart ultrasound will wear the watch to collect data. Researchers will use art…

This study is looking at 50 adults without prior irregular heartbeat who are scheduled for heart surgery. Researchers want to see if scarring (fibrosis) in the heart's upper chambers before surgery can predict who will develop a temporary irregular heartbeat after the operation. …