University Of Delaware

This study looked at whether taking resveratrol (a natural compound found in grapes and red wine) every day could help prevent bone loss in women after menopause. 52 women with low bone mass but not osteoporosis took part. Researchers measured bone health through blood tests and …

This study tested a new behavioral program called SEMAT that teaches people with early-stage Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment how to use memory aids like calendars and lists. The goal was to help them stay independent longer. Sixty-eight older adults took part, and resear…

This study looked at how the brain detects changes in salt levels in the blood, which helps control blood pressure. Researchers used brain scans on 29 healthy adults aged 18-45 to find which brain regions are involved. No treatments or drugs were tested—the goal was simply to lea…

This study looked at whether prosthetists (the specialists who fit artificial limbs) can screen for common health problems like depression, nerve damage, and poor blood flow during routine visits. 70 people with a leg amputation took part. Half got standard care, and the other ha…

This study looked at how short-term pain impacts the ability to learn and remember new walking patterns in 61 healthy young (18-35) and older (55-85) adults. Researchers measured how well participants learned and retained a new way of walking while experiencing pain, and compared…

This study used MRI scans to look at brain activity in people with Parkinson's disease while they moved their arms and legs. The goal was to understand how the brain changes cause movement symptoms. 40 adults took part, including some without Parkinson's for comparison.

This study looks at 128 children who were part of an early intervention program as infants. Now as teenagers, researchers are checking their brain activity, stress responses, and behavior to see if that early help made a difference. No new treatment is given—this is about underst…

This study looked at how walking for 30 minutes affects the risk of tripping and falling in adults aged 55-70 with and without knee osteoarthritis. Participants completed questionnaires, wore an activity monitor, and did strength and balance tests before and after a treadmill wal…

This study looked at 40 people who had a stroke and wear an ankle brace to help them walk. Researchers tested five different levels of brace stiffness to find which one works best for each person. The goal is to create simple guidelines so doctors can easily choose the right brac…

This study tested a special parenting program for pregnant women who are dependent on opioids and receiving medication treatment. The goal was to see if the program could help mothers be more nurturing and sensitive with their babies, and improve the babies' emotional and behavio…

This study looked at how everyday stress might harm blood vessels and thinking skills in people aged 40 to 55. Seventeen participants tracked their stress online for 14 days, then had their blood vessel function tested in a lab. The goal was to see if stress-related changes in bl…