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Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Florida, explained in plain language.
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Engineered immune cells take on childhood brain cancer in first human trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests a new treatment for children and young adults with aggressive brain tumors called high-grade glioma and DIPG. The therapy uses the patient's own immune cells, modified in a lab to better recognize and attack tumor cells. The main goals are to see if t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 01:00 UTC
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New antibody drug aims to save Insulin-Making cells in type 1 diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 study tests SAB-142, an antibody that targets immune cells, in 108 people aged 5 to 40 with type 1 diabetes. The goal is to see if it can preserve the body's ability to produce insulin over 12 months. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo alongside standa…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a drug combo spare bladder cancer patients from surgery?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of two drugs, enfortumab vedotin and pembrolizumab, given before surgery to people with muscle-invasive bladder cancer or upper tract urothelial carcinoma. The goal is to see if the drugs can shrink or eliminate the cancer enough that some b…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could a COVID shot help fight lung cancer? new trial aims to find out.
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving a Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 mRNA vaccine before standard immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) and chemotherapy can improve outcomes for people with stage 4 non-small cell lung cancer. Researchers will enroll 500 adults to see if the vaccine helps the immun…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Engineered t cells take on brain tumors in first human test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new type of immunotherapy for adults with brain metastases from various cancers. The treatment uses the patient's own immune cells, modified to better target and attack tumor cells. The main goals are to see if the approach is safe and feasible in 1…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can a common parasite drug boost cancer immunotherapy?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding ivermectin, a drug used for parasitic infections, can improve the immune response in people with solid tumors who are already receiving immunotherapy. About 80 adults will take either a moderate or high dose of ivermectin for four weeks alongside t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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AI takes on kidney transplant rejection in new pilot trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether an AI-based system can help doctors choose the right doses of immunosuppressant drugs for kidney transplant patients. The goal is to protect the new kidney from damage and rejection. The study will enroll 34 adults who have received a deceased donor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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AI tool aims to catch hidden hepatitis c and HIV in ERs
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test a new computer tool that helps emergency doctors spot patients at high risk for hepatitis C and HIV. The tool uses a machine learning algorithm to analyze patient data and pops up an alert for the doctor. Researchers will compare this targeted screening with …
Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New behavioral program aims to curb HIV and drug use in High-Risk men
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests a six-session behavioral program for stimulant-using men at high risk for HIV. The program focuses on positive thinking, mindfulness, and building supportive networks to help participants start taking PrEP (a daily pill that prevents HIV) and reduce stimulant use…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New app-based program aims to stop baby obesity before it starts
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests if digital videos and tips can help prevent obesity in babies during their first year. About 50 mothers in a home visiting program will watch short modules on feeding, sleep, and activity. Researchers will check the babies' weight and ask mothers about their habi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Simple breathing workouts may help breast cancer patients breathe easier after surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether doing special breathing exercises for at least two weeks before breast cancer surgery can keep the breathing muscles strong. About 40 adults recently diagnosed with breast cancer will either do breathing muscle training or guided imagery exercises at h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Light flicker therapy aims to sharpen aging brains
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether three months of flicker stimulation (using near-infrared light or visual occlusion glasses) can improve thinking, movement, and mood in healthy older adults and those with subjective cognitive decline. Sixty participants aged 65-89 will be assigned to dif…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New powered knee aims to help amputees walk farther and more easily
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will compare a new powered prosthetic knee called the Bio-Leg to the current standard C-Leg in 12 adults who have lost a leg above the knee. Participants will use their own C-Leg first, then switch to the Bio-Leg for 4-6 weeks. Researchers will measure how far they can…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Light therapy offers hope for knee pain sufferers
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a special light treatment, called photobiomodulation, can reduce pain and swelling in people with long-term knee osteoarthritis. Researchers will measure pain levels before and after treatment in 30 adults aged 50 and older. The goal is to find a drug-fre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Brain zaps and step training aim to steady wobbly walkers
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether combining a gentle brain stimulation technique (rTMS) with walking and eye exercises can improve balance and reduce fall risk in 30 adults aged 18-80 with or without mild cognitive impairment. Participants will practice stepping onto targets while their e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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App aims to get cancer survivors moving again
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a smartphone app called the Cancer Exercise app (CEA) can help cancer survivors become more physically active. About 750 adults who have finished cancer treatment will either use the app for 12 weeks or receive usual care. The goal is to see if the app bo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Brain zaps for athletes: new TMS study targets depression and concussion
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a brain stimulation treatment called TMS to help female athletes with both depression and concussion symptoms. About 35 women aged 18-65 who have had a concussion and have moderate to severe depression will receive the treatment. The goal is to see if TMS can imp…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Ear-Zap gadget aims to melt stress before speeches
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a non-invasive device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear can reduce stress during performance tasks like public speaking. Two hundred adults will be randomly assigned to receive either active or placebo stimulation while completing a stressful spee…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Kava capsules tested as a mobility aid for seniors over 70
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test whether a special form of kava (AB-free kava) can improve mobility and physical function in adults over 70 who have mild sleep problems and are somewhat inactive. Forty participants will take either kava capsules or a placebo daily for a period, and res…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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AI coach in your pocket: could a chatbot boost your workout?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether using a large language model (LLM) AI chatbot can help people increase their physical activity. 39 adults who want to be more active will be split into three groups: one uses the AI on their own, one gets extra guidance on using the AI, and one uses…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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3D-Printed aligners face off against traditional ones in fit test
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will compare how well two types of clear aligners—one made by 3D printing and the other by traditional thermoforming—fit onto teeth. Twenty healthy adults will wear passive aligners, and the fit will be measured at several time points over two weeks. The goal is to see…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New BP monitor could make life easier for heart pump patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a special blood pressure monitor that deflates very slowly, designed for people with a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD). Researchers want to see if patients can use it easily at home and if it helps track their blood pressure accurately. About 50 adults with…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Study to reveal how alcohol impacts older brains
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how alcohol affects thinking skills and brain activity in healthy adults aged 65 to 80 who drink regularly. Over two lab visits, 80 participants will complete questionnaires and mental tasks while receiving either an alcoholic or a placebo drink. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can your mental bounce-back change how far you walk with fibromyalgia?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how resilience and pain sensitivity influence physical function in people with fibromyalgia compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers will measure walking distance using a 6-minute walk test and compare it to self-reported resilience scores. No treatment is …
Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Can a thermos keep breastmilk safe at daycare? new study aims to find out.
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study from the University of Florida will give parents of toddlers in daycare three different thermoses to send breastmilk in. Parents and daycare providers will fill out weekly surveys about any problems, and staff will check the milk's temperature at lunch and snack time t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New web tool aims to help partners of heavy drinkers cope and communicate better
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a web-based program for people who are worried about their romantic partner's drinking. The program teaches skills like self-care and positive communication. Researchers will first study 50 couples to understand daily patterns, then develop the program with 15 pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Can ritalin change how your brain reacts to alcohol? new study investigates.
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a single dose of methylphenidate (Ritalin) changes how the brain responds to alcohol-related images in young adults aged 18-25 with alcohol use disorder. Participants will have brain scans and complete tasks after taking either the drug or a placebo. T…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC