Université Libre De Bruxelles

This study tests whether a supervised, equipment-free high-intensity interval training (HIIT) program can improve heart and muscle fitness, body composition, and blood markers in adults aged 18-55 who are overweight or obese. Participants will do body-weight exercises in small gr…

This study tests a portable device that measures chest vibrations from heartbeats to see if it can diagnose aortic valve disease and thoracic aortic aneurysm. Researchers will compare these signals with standard imaging in 180 adults, including healthy controls. The goal is to de…

This study tests two types of emotional support programs for people recently diagnosed with chronic or advanced cancer. The goal is to see if these programs are practical and helpful for managing stress and emotions. About 30 participants will try either a guided self-help progra…

This study tests two programs to help parents with advanced cancer communicate better with their children aged 10 to 25. One program teaches skills, and the other adds practice sessions. The goal is to improve how often and how well parents talk about cancer with their kids, maki…

This study looks at 100 people scheduled for heart surgery. The day before surgery, researchers measure each person's pain threshold by applying pressure. They then track how much opioid painkiller is used during and after surgery. The goal is to see if a simple pain test can hel…