University Hospital, Geneva
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital, Geneva, explained in plain language.
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New procedure aims to stop dangerous brain bleeds from coming back
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a procedure called MMA embolization to see if it can prevent chronic brain bleeds from recurring. It will compare the procedure when used alongside standard surgery to surgery alone. It will also test the procedure on its own for patients who cannot or choos…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Geneva • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Scientists probe blood clot risk of new Women's health drug
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand if a medication called Ryeqo, used to treat uterine fibroids and endometriosis, affects the body's blood clotting system. Researchers will measure specific blood markers in 30 women before they start the drug and again after 3 months of use. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Geneva • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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New brain scan battle: which test spots Alzheimer's sooner?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to determine whether a newer type of brain scan (tau-PET) is more helpful for doctors than the current standard scan (amyloid-PET) when diagnosing Alzheimer's disease. It will involve 120 people aged 50-85 who have mild memory problems or early-stage dementia. Res…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Geneva • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Can rewriting bad dreams and nighttime scents cure sleepless nights?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether two psychological techniques can help people with insomnia sleep better. One technique involves mentally rewriting negative thoughts or images into positive ones, and the other uses specific scents at night to strengthen those positive memories. Rese…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Geneva • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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Can a meditation app ease the emotional strain of IVF?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a daily mindfulness meditation app can help reduce anxiety and improve well-being for women undergoing IVF fertility treatments. Researchers will compare 150 women who use the app during their treatment to a group receiving standard care. The main go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Geneva • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Can daily fasting ease menopause and cancer treatment side effects?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a daily 16-hour fasting window (eating only during 8 hours) helps women going through menopause—either naturally or after hormone therapy for breast cancer—lose weight, reduce menopausal symptoms, and improve overall health. Researchers will compare …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Geneva • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Scientists map the Brain's 'Mood Swings' in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand the brain signals behind the changing movement and mood symptoms in Parkinson's disease. Researchers will record brain activity from 30 patients who have a deep brain stimulator, while they take their regular Parkinson's medication. The goal is to fi…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Geneva • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 02:12 UTC
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New app aims to empower teens in Doctor's office
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new educational tool designed to help teens and young adults (ages 12-25) feel more confident and informed when making decisions about managing their periods or choosing birth control. Researchers will compare the tool to standard doctor's office counselin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Geneva • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Scientists use virtual reality and brain scans to map the feeling of breathlessness
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to see if it's possible to use brain scans to understand how people with serious illnesses like cancer, COPD, or heart failure experience chronic breathlessness. Researchers will use functional MRI scans and immersive virtual reality with 16 participants to see if…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Geneva • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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Massive swiss database aims to crack brain aneurysm code
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis Swiss study is creating a large database to better understand brain aneurysms. Researchers will collect health information, images, and samples from 20,000 participants including both patients with aneurysms and healthy volunteers. The goal is to identify risk factors, impro…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Geneva • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:15 UTC