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Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Birmingham, explained in plain language.
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New hope for kids with Tough-to-Treat cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing new combinations of cancer drugs for children and young adults whose neuroblastoma has come back after initial treatment. About 160 participants will be assigned to receive one of several different drug regimens to see which is safest and most effective at c…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 20:26 UTC
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Race to save sight: UK trial pits brain shunt against stent
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out which of two common brain procedures is better at preventing blindness in adults with idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), a condition of high brain pressure. Researchers will randomly assign 80 UK patients at risk of permanent vision loss to re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Global race for lifesaving treatments for kids with aggressive cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis international trial is testing three promising new types of medicines for children and young adults (up to age 25) whose B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma has come back or hasn't responded to standard treatments. The goal is to find safer, more effective options, as current treatm…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Cannabis medicine trial aims to extend life for deadly brain cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is testing if adding a cannabis-based mouth spray (Nabiximols) to standard chemotherapy (temozolomide) helps people with a specific type of recurrent brain tumor (glioblastoma) live longer. About 120 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the real can…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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Could a simple protein shake before meals tame blood sugar spikes in seniors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether drinking whey protein before meals can help control daily blood sugar levels in older adults (ages 75-90) with type 2 diabetes. Participants will try two different doses of whey protein and a placebo drink for one week each, in a random order, while …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 11, 2026 14:54 UTC
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Can a grape snack boost your brain under stress?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether eating grape powder before a stressful mental task can help protect brain blood flow, thinking skills, and mood in healthy young adults. Participants will try both a high-flavonoid grape powder and a control powder to see which works better. The rese…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Virtual therapy groups tested to heal birth trauma
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether an online group therapy program can help reduce trauma symptoms in people who had difficult or traumatic childbirth experiences. Ten participants will attend six weekly online sessions using a specialized trauma therapy approach. Researchers will mea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:17 UTC
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UK launches national brain tumor network to speed up precision diagnosis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to build a UK-wide network to provide faster and more precise genetic diagnosis for people with glioma brain tumors. By analyzing tumor tissue from 1,000 patients, researchers will create the infrastructure needed to quickly launch future trials of personalized tr…
Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:25 UTC