Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University Of Science And Technology
Clinical trials sponsored by Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University Of Science And Technology, explained in plain language.
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New antibody injection A-319 tested for rheumatoid arthritis
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new drug called A-319 in 12 adults with active rheumatoid arthritis who haven't responded well to standard treatments. The main goal is to check if the drug is safe and tolerable. Researchers will also measure how the drug moves through the body and…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:56 UTC
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New antibody weapon targets tough lupus cases
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study is testing a new drug called A-319 for people with active or hard-to-treat systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The drug is a special antibody designed to target and help control the overactive immune cells causing the disease. The main goal is to see if it …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:56 UTC
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Poop pills may clear brain fog in ICU patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) can help treat delirium in intensive care unit (ICU) patients. Delirium is a common and serious confusion that affects up to 80% of ICU patients and can lead to long-term brain problems. The researchers will give FMT…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:55 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on lupus in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study is testing a new treatment called universal CD19/20 CAR-T cells for people with moderate to severe lupus that hasn't improved with standard therapies. The treatment uses specially engineered immune cells to target and calm the overactive immune system. The …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:55 UTC
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Can a simple phosphate powder fix low blood phosphate in ICU patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a phosphate supplement given as granules (by mouth or feeding tube) can safely raise low blood phosphate levels in 60 ICU patients. Participants will take the supplement daily for up to 14 days, with doses based on how low their phosphate is. The stu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:54 UTC
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Universal CAR-T cells take aim at tough leukemia in kids and adults
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new "universal" CAR-T cell therapy (CT1190B) for people aged 12 to 75 with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia that has come back or not responded to standard treatment. The therapy is designed to target two markers on cancer cells (CD19 and CD20) a…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:54 UTC
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Could umbilical cord stem cells ease knee arthritis pain?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether injecting stem cells from umbilical cord tissue can reduce pain and improve knee function in people with knee osteoarthritis. About 100 adults aged 40-70 will receive either the stem cells or a placebo. The goal is to see if this treatment can control the…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:54 UTC
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New drug YKST02 shows promise for kidney disease in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new drug called YKST02 in 12 adults with IgA nephropathy, a kidney disease. The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and if it can reduce protein in the urine, a sign of kidney damage. Participants receive the drug by IV and are closely monitored…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:54 UTC
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Could a single injection calm lupus, MG, and scleroderma?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early study tests an experimental treatment called EVM18001 in 12 people with active, hard-to-treat lupus, myasthenia gravis, or scleroderma. The treatment uses a type of cell therapy (CAR-T) to target and possibly reset the immune system. The main goals are to check safety …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:53 UTC
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Sugar alcohol sorbitol may supercharge stomach cancer therapy
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests if taking oral sorbitol (a common sugar alcohol) can make standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy work better for people with locally advanced stomach cancer. About 80 adults will receive either sorbitol or a placebo alongside their cancer treatment. The goal is …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:51 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at stubborn blood disorders
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new treatment called RD06-05, which uses specially engineered immune cells (CAR-T cells) to target and destroy the faulty cells causing autoimmune blood diseases. The trial includes 27 adults with conditions like immune thrombocytopenia, autoimmune …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:50 UTC
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New combo therapy could extend life in advanced cervical cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding the drug cadonilimab to standard chemotherapy and radiation can help people with locally advanced cervical cancer live longer without their cancer growing. About 378 women aged 18-70 with stage IIB-IVA cervical cancer will be enrolled. The goal is …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:50 UTC
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New injection shows promise for tough blood cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study is testing a new treatment called OriV508 for people with multiple myeloma or non-Hodgkin lymphoma that has come back or not responded to standard therapy. The main goals are to check safety and find the right dose. About 40 adults aged 18-75 will take part…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:38 UTC
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New injection shows promise for tough blood cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new treatment called IASO208 for people with certain blood cancers (like lymphoma) that have returned or stopped responding to standard therapy. The goal is to see if it is safe and to get an early look at how well it works. About 12 adults aged 18 to 75 w…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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New hope for rare cervical cancer: triple-drug combo enters trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new combination of three drugs (IN10018, nab-paclitaxel, and cadonilimab) for women with a rare, aggressive cervical cancer that has spread or returned. The goal is to see if the treatment can shrink tumors and control the disease. About 25 adult women who have…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New hope for tough blood cancers? early trial launches for ZZSW-01
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new drug called ZZSW-01 in 6 adults with certain blood cancers (B-cell malignancies) that have returned or not responded to prior treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug shrinks tumors. Participants w…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Immune cell therapy targets Hard-to-Treat scleroderma
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new treatment called CT1195E CAR-T cells for people with severe systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) that hasn't responded to other therapies. The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, modified to attack disease-causing cells. The study aims to fin…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Can a simple supplement boost muscle and survival in liver disease patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at people with cirrhosis (scarred liver) who also have severe muscle loss (sarcopenia) and need a procedure called TIPS to treat complications like bleeding. Half will get standard care, and half will also take branched-chain amino acid (BCAA) supplements for 6 m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on lupus in first human safety trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new treatment called universal CD19/20 CAR-T cells for people with moderate to severe lupus that hasn't responded to standard therapies. The therapy uses specially engineered immune cells to target and potentially calm the overactive immune system. …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:01 UTC
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New drug PRG-1801 tested for stubborn low-platelet disorder
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early study tests a new drug called PRG-1801 in 6 adults with immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) that hasn't improved with standard treatments. The main goal is to check safety and find a safe dose. ITP causes low platelets, leading to bleeding risks, and this treatment aims to r…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:01 UTC
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New combo therapy could help some rectal cancer patients skip surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is for people with newly diagnosed, high-risk rectal cancer. It tests a treatment plan given before surgery that includes a short course of radiation followed by a mix of chemotherapy and immunotherapy. The goal is to shrink or eliminate the tumor so much that some pat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 12, 2026 13:40 UTC
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Liver shunt study hopes to turn back the clock on cirrhosis
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a procedure called TIPS (a small tube placed in the liver to reroute blood flow) can help people with advanced liver disease (decompensated cirrhosis) achieve 'recompensation'—meaning the liver partially recovers and complications like fluid buildup or bl…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 08, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New cell therapy aims to shrink stubborn lymphomas
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early study tests a new treatment called CT1182 for adults with B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma that has come back or not responded to other therapies. About 24 participants will receive the treatment to see if it is safe and can shrink tumors. The goal is to find the best dose …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 06, 2026 16:15 UTC
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New drug trial offers hope for tough RA cases
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new medicine called cizutamig in 28 adults with severe rheumatoid arthritis that hasn't improved with other treatments. The goal is to see if it is safe and if it can help control the disease. Participants will receive the drug and be closely monitored for side…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 05, 2026 11:54 UTC
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New PET tracer could light up hidden cancers
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new radioactive tracer that targets a protein called LRRC15, found on many cancers like pancreatic, breast, lung, and brain tumors. The tracer is used with PET scans to see if it can better detect and stage these cancers compared to standard scans. The stu…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:56 UTC
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New scan could spot cancers without a needle
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis early study is testing a new imaging agent called FL-261 to see if it can safely and accurately detect and stage several types of cancer, including lung, colorectal, and head & neck cancers. The agent targets a protein (c-MET) found on many cancer cells but not on most healt…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:53 UTC
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New PET scan could reveal hidden cancer targets
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new type of PET scan that looks for a protein called CLDN18.2 on cancer cells. It includes about 56 adults with stomach, pancreatic, bile duct, or esophageal cancers, plus some healthy volunteers. The goal is to see if this scan can accurately find tumors …
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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New PET scans could sharpen kidney cancer detection
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing new types of PET scans to see if they can better find and stage kidney cancer. Researchers will use special tracers that target specific markers on cancer cells. The study involves 66 adults with suspected or confirmed kidney cancer, as well as healthy volun…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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New PET tracer aims to sharpen cancer diagnosis
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis early-stage study is testing a new imaging agent called 68Ga-FL-031 for PET scans to help diagnose and stage several types of cancer, including small cell lung, breast, and nasopharyngeal cancers. Ten adults with confirmed or suspected tumors will receive both the new scan a…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New imaging probe could spot hidden cancers earlier
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new radioactive imaging agent called FL-091 to see how well it can find and stage certain cancers, including head and neck, colorectal, and pancreatic tumors. The agent targets a protein (NTSR1) that is common on these cancer cells but rare on healthy tissue. A…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:02 UTC
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Ancient heat therapy takes on transplant complication
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether moxibustion, a traditional Chinese medicine technique that burns herbs near the skin, can help people with severe graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) after a stem cell transplant. About 42 patients who have not responded to steroids will receive standard sec…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 12, 2026 13:44 UTC
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New knee injection trial aims to ease arthritis pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new medicine called ALT001 for people with knee osteoarthritis. The goal is to see if it can reduce pain, improve movement, and make daily life easier. About 30 adults aged 50 to 75 will receive injections into the knee every two weeks for 12 weeks, and researc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 06, 2026 16:00 UTC
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Can better nutrition slow lung disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how nutritional health, measured by things like arm circumference and grip strength, relates to the progression of bronchiectasis, a chronic lung condition. Researchers will follow 300 adults over time to track lung function and flare-ups. The goal is to bette…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:57 UTC
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AI reads CT scans to forecast liver cancer treatment success
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 300 liver cancer patients who cannot have surgery and are receiving a treatment called TACE. Researchers will use artificial intelligence to analyze routine CT scans taken before treatment, measuring body composition to predict survival and treatment outcomes.…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:55 UTC
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Scientists dig into gut and lung bugs to unlock bronchiectasis mysteries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why bronchiectasis, a chronic lung disease, worsens over time. Researchers will collect sputum, stool, and blood samples from 150 adults and follow them for two years. By analyzing the microbes and chemicals in these samples, they hope to discover wh…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:51 UTC
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AI takes on surgeons in hip fracture showdown
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares AI-assisted versus surgeon-planned screw placement in hip fracture surgery. About 334 adults with broken hips will be randomly assigned to one of the two planning methods. The goal is to see if AI can improve screw accuracy, reduce surgery time, and lower comp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Blood test may predict heart failure risk after viral infection
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether certain antibodies in the blood can predict if patients with acute viral myocarditis (heart inflammation caused by a virus) will develop dilated cardiomyopathy (a weakened, enlarged heart). Researchers will follow 300 patients over time, measuring thes…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Liver shunt study hopes to unlock Muscle-Wasting mystery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why a common liver procedure called TIPS might help people with cirrhosis who have severe muscle loss (sarcopenia). Researchers will measure changes in a protein called FGF21 and muscle mass in 132 adults over one year. The goal is to understand the mechanism,…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:49 UTC