University Of Helsinki
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Helsinki, explained in plain language.
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Braces with a secret sensor: can it make kids wear them more?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested if adding a small temperature sensor to removable braces could help children and teenagers wear them more consistently. The sensor provided an objective record of wear time, which researchers compared to the patients' own reports. The goal was to see if this fee…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Helsinki • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Scientists probe fat tissue to unlock secrets of weight loss
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study observed 22 adults with obesity who followed a supervised diet and lifestyle program for one year. Researchers tracked their weight loss and took small fat tissue samples to see how their metabolism and body fat changed. The goal was to better understand why people res…
Sponsor: University of Helsinki • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Can your genes predict your diet success?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to find out if a person's genetic risk for obesity influences how much weight they lose on a diet. Researchers worked with 223 overweight adults who had either a very high or very low genetic risk score. Half of the participants in each group received dietary coa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Helsinki • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:29 UTC