University Of Basel
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Basel, explained in plain language.
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Could a Memory-Boosting drug help Depression-Related brain fog?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether fampridine, a drug that may boost working memory, can help people with mild to moderate depression who struggle with memory problems. About 38 adults will take either the drug or a placebo, then switch, to see if their memory performance improves. The goa…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Basel • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 11:39 UTC
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Paws for thought: animal therapy may boost brain activity in unresponsive patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study explores whether spending time with therapy animals can increase brain complexity in people who are minimally conscious after a brain injury. Researchers will measure brain signals using EEG to see if animal-assisted therapy leads to more complex brain activity. The st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Basel • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 11:38 UTC
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Swiss study aims to find hidden cancer genes in families
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at families in Switzerland who have a known genetic mutation that raises their risk for breast, ovarian, colorectal, or endometrial cancer. Researchers will survey both the person with the mutation and their close relatives to understand how many get tested and f…
Sponsor: University of Basel • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 11:34 UTC
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New study seeks biomarkers to detect recent cannabis use for safer roads
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study compares blood biomarkers between regular cannabis users and non-users to find a reliable way to estimate when someone last inhaled cannabis. Current THC blood tests are not good at measuring driving impairment. The study involves 120 participants and aims to imp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Basel • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:51 UTC