University Of Cincinnati
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Cincinnati, explained in plain language.
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Sound waves could help chemo reach brain tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a device called NaviFUS, which uses ultrasound and microbubbles to temporarily open the blood-brain barrier, can safely help the drug bevacizumab reach recurrent glioblastoma tumors more effectively. Ten adults whose brain cancer has returned after …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Cincinnati • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Could an old antibiotic shield the brain in sickle cell disease?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether minocycline, an antibiotic that reduces brain inflammation, can safely prevent or reverse memory and thinking problems in adults with sickle cell disease. About 30 participants will take either a low dose, high dose, or placebo for one year. Researchers w…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Cincinnati • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Brain cancer survivors try VR games to boost memory and mood
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether playing virtual reality games can help brain cancer survivors who have mild memory and thinking problems after treatment. About 40 adults who finished cancer therapy within the last two years will either use VR games or do paper word puzzles for four week…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Cincinnati • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New program aims to protect nurses from chemotherapy exposure
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study develops and tests a program called WISH to help oncology nurses follow safety guidelines when handling chemotherapy drugs. About 60 nurses will take part to see if the program is practical and helpful. The goal is to reduce nurses' exposure to these hazardous drugs an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Cincinnati • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC