University Of Helsinki
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Helsinki, explained in plain language.
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Maternal microbes may fix C-Section baby gut health
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether bacteria from the mother can restore the natural gut health of babies born by C-section better than standard probiotics. About 100 healthy infants will receive a daily oral bacterial product for one or four weeks. Researchers will compare their gut bacter…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Helsinki • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Brain zapping at home may clear cancer fog for breast cancer survivors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a safe, home-use brain stimulation technique called tDCS can improve memory and thinking in breast cancer survivors who struggle with 'chemo brain.' Forty women who finished cancer treatment at least 3 months ago will receive either real or fake (placebo)…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Helsinki • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Tooth decay study seeks to predict treatment outcomes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a patient's symptoms before treatment and how deep the cavity is affect the success of partially removing tooth decay. One hundred adults with deep cavities will be treated and followed for up to two years. The goal is to learn which factors lead to be…
Sponsor: University of Helsinki • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 17:22 UTC
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Reading with heart: new study tests Emotion-Focused storytime for toddlers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a special shared reading program called SAGA, which includes talking about emotions and thoughts, helps toddlers aged 11 to 36 months improve their language and social-emotional skills. About 120 children in Swedish-speaking daycare centers in Finland …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Helsinki • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Student loneliness study probes body and mind links
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a program called Groups 4 Health (G4H) can improve well-being and reduce loneliness in university students. Researchers will also measure stress hormones, heart activity, and genes to understand how the program works. About 148 students and group leaders …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Helsinki • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Open bite study seeks to uncover treatment truths and daily life impact
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how an open bite (when front teeth don't touch) affects people's everyday lives, whether orthodontic treatment fixes it, and what the treatment experience is like. Researchers will follow 80 people who have or had an open bite. The goal is to better understand…
Sponsor: University of Helsinki • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:53 UTC