University Of Leeds
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Leeds, explained in plain language.
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Scientists test 'DNA Sabotage' drugs to supercharge lung cancer radiation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study aims to make standard radiation therapy more effective for non-small cell lung cancer. Researchers are testing new drugs designed to block cancer cells' ability to repair the DNA damage caused by radiation, which could help kill more cancer cells. The trial will find t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Leeds • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:07 UTC
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Scientists probe Heart's hidden fuel problem
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why the heart muscle weakens at higher heart rates in people with heart failure and diabetes. Researchers will collect small samples of fat, muscle, and blood from 160 patients during their scheduled pacemaker or defibrillator surgery. By analyzing t…
Sponsor: University of Leeds • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:29 UTC
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Listening to patients: study aims to better track life quality during cancer progression
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find the best ways to ask cancer patients about their quality of life when their disease is getting worse. Researchers will interview patients, their caregivers, and healthcare professionals to understand their preferences for how often and how these questions …
Sponsor: University of Leeds • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC