University Of Bern

This study compared 8 weeks of regular ExerCube exergame training to moderate-intensity endurance exercise in 43 healthy adults. The goal was to see if the fun, game-based workout could improve fitness and blood pressure similarly to standard exercise. Participants trained three …

This study tested an online program called EMPATIA designed to prevent mental health issues in teenagers who already have mild symptoms. 158 adolescents aged 12-18 used the program for 8 weeks. Researchers compared them to teens receiving usual care to see if the online intervent…

This study tested whether older adults with mild cognitive impairment or early Alzheimer's can use a tablet-based brain-training app at home. 52 participants played 12 different games for 8 minutes each, daily for two weeks. The goal was to see if the app was easy to use and acce…

This study tested an online program called SLEEPexpert that teaches behavioral techniques to improve sleep in people with mental disorders. 68 psychiatric inpatients with insomnia used the program alongside their usual treatment. The goal was to see if it helps reduce insomnia an…

This study looked at how anonymity and data privacy affect the success of online therapy for social anxiety. Over 450 adults used either a fully anonymous or a standard version of a digital self-help program. The goal was to see if privacy options change how well the therapy work…

This study tested a simple way for adult survivors of childhood cancer to get their hearing checked. Instead of going to a hospital, participants took a hearing test at a local hearing aid shop. The goal was to see if this approach could help more survivors find out if they have …

This completed study tested whether noninvasive brain stimulation can be personalized by measuring heart rate responses. Researchers mapped the scalp to find the best spot for stimulation in 34 healthy participants and people with depression, anxiety, and gut issues. They compare…

This study tested a system that uses car sensors and machine learning to tell if a driver is drunk. 55 volunteers drove a real car after drinking alcohol. The goal was to create an algorithm that can spot impaired driving and warn the driver.

This study looked at how often insomnia occurs in people hospitalized for psychiatric conditions. Researchers checked 427 patients at 11 hospitals in Switzerland and Germany. They also explored whether age, gender, or type of disorder made insomnia more likely.

This pilot study tested whether training primary care doctors in shared decision-making could increase colorectal cancer screening rates. Doctors in quality circles received evidence summaries, decision aids, and stool test kits to help patients choose between colonoscopy and FIT…

This study looked at 160 patients who had dental implants for at least 25 years to see what factors help them last. Researchers checked bone levels, gum health, and any problems like infections or breakage. The goal is to find out what leads to long-term success and what raises t…

This study tested how well dental implants with ceramic extensions (cantilevers) work after at least 1 year. Researchers followed 35 healthy adults who needed replacement teeth. They checked implant survival, bone changes, and any complications. The goal was to see if this approa…

This study looked at over 1,100 people with HIV whose dolutegravir-based treatment stopped working. Researchers collected blood samples to find drug-resistance mutations in the virus. The goal is to understand why some treatments fail and how to better manage HIV in the future.

This study looked at how two brain networks—one that controls impulses and one that reacts to alcohol cues—interact in people with alcohol use disorder. Using a powerful 7 Tesla MRI scanner, researchers compared 59 participants (patients and healthy controls) to see if a stronger…

This study looked at how many police officers in Bern, Switzerland had antibodies against COVID-19 over one year. About 1,024 officers volunteered to give blood samples at five different times. Researchers also asked about their work and home life to understand infection risks an…

This study tested three mouth rinses—plain water, a fluoride rinse, and one with plant extracts—to see how well they protect teeth from cavities and erosion. Twelve healthy adults used each rinse for five days while wearing special trays with tooth and dentin samples. The goal wa…

This study followed 603 pregnant women in South Africa to see if infections or bacteria in the vagina are linked to how early they give birth. Researchers tested for sexually transmitted infections, yeast, and other germs at the start of pregnancy and again at 30-34 weeks. The go…

This study tested whether robotic training that adjusts errors based on each person's abilities can improve motor learning in healthy adults and people with neurological conditions like stroke. Over 250 participants performed arm tasks with robotic devices while researchers measu…