Université Catholique De Louvain
Clinical trials sponsored by Université Catholique De Louvain, explained in plain language.
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Purple bacteria on the menu: scientists test edible protein source in humans
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether healthy adults can safely digest protein from purple bacteria. Twelve participants ate a dairy product with or without added purple bacteria on two separate days. Researchers measured amino acid levels in their blood over four hours to see how well the b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Université Catholique de Louvain • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Vertigo survey seeks to unravel the Real-World impact of balance disorders
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study surveyed 250 adults with diagnosed vestibular disorders (like vertigo) across Belgium, France, and the US. Participants filled out questionnaires about dizziness, anxiety, and thinking problems, while their ENT doctors provided routine test results. The goal …
Sponsor: Université Catholique de Louvain • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Scientists measure hidden foot forces in chronic ankle instability
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the foot and ankle move and bear weight during running in three groups: people with chronic ankle instability, those who fully recovered from an ankle sprain, and healthy individuals. Researchers used cameras and pressure plates to measure joint angles an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Université Catholique de Louvain • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:53 UTC
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Scientists peek inside muscles to see how low oxygen changes stem cell activity after exercise
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how muscle stem cells respond to a specific type of exercise (eccentric) when oxygen levels are low. Thirty-eight healthy, active men did the exercise in normal air, low-oxygen air, or with a cuff restricting blood flow. Researchers took blood and small muscl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Université Catholique de Louvain • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:49 UTC
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Can we reliably measure Kids' tongue power?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how consistently tongue muscle strength and endurance can be measured in healthy children aged 4 to 17. Researchers tested kids twice to see if the results were the same each time. The goal was to understand if these measurements are reliable for future resea…
Sponsor: Université Catholique de Louvain • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:02 UTC