University Of Michigan
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Michigan, explained in plain language.
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Neighbors as health coaches: a new way to fight chronic disease?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether community members can be trained as health coaches to deliver the HealthyLifetime program, a virtual health coaching intervention designed to improve health behaviors and prevent functional decline in adults aged 30 and older with few chronic conditions. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New study tests tailored Weight-Loss program for obesity
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called MiWeigh that helps people with obesity and related conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure lose weight. Participants get a personalized plan from a doctor, access to a website, and weekly check-ins. The goal is to see if this approach lea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Mind and motion: new study tests CBT and exercise for black men with diabetes
Disease control Recruiting nowThis pilot study is testing whether combining cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with guided exercise can improve blood sugar control, reduce depression, and boost quality of life in Black men with type 2 diabetes. Eighty participants will receive 8 sessions of CBT, with half als…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Cooling time trial for kids after heart stopping: could longer be better?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests different lengths of body cooling in children who remain unconscious after a cardiac arrest outside the hospital. The goal is to see if longer cooling helps protect the brain and improve recovery. The trial will enroll 900 children and follow them for one year.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Can a phone app keep heart patients moving? new study aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a smartphone program called HeartSteps to help people with heart disease stay physically active after cardiac rehab. Sixty adults will wear a Fitbit and use the app for 3 months to see if it boosts their weekly exercise minutes. The goal is to learn how to best s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app tame asthma in young black adults?
Disease control Recruiting nowThe ATHENA Project is testing a mobile health program designed to help African American young adults (ages 18-30) better control their asthma. Participants use a web-based app, have video chats with an asthma nurse, receive text messages, and track physical activity. The study ai…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Nerve implants could give amputees better control of robotic legs
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early study tests whether small implants placed on nerves in the thigh can help people with above-knee amputations control a robotic leg more naturally and feel sensations from it. Three participants will undergo surgery to create regenerative nerve interfaces and have elect…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New nasal tube could help sleep apnea sufferers ditch CPAP
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a flexible silicone tube that people insert into one nostril before sleep to keep their airway open. It's for adults with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea who cannot tolerate CPAP machines. Twenty participants will use the device for 30 days to see if i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Could a common diabetes pill protect new Moms' hearts?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests if dapagliflozin, a diabetes drug, can reduce heart and blood vessel risks in women who had high blood pressure during pregnancy. About 200 participants will take either the drug or a placebo daily for six months after delivery. The goal is to see if the drug imp…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Could an extra dose of antibiotics during appendix surgery cut infection risk?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether giving an extra dose of the antibiotic cefoxitin during appendix removal surgery can better prevent infections compared to the usual single dose before surgery. Researchers will measure antibiotic levels in blood, fat, and appendix tissue from 46 parti…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New hope for endometriosis pain: hormone pill targets inflammation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a daily pill called Relugolix CT (Myfembree) can reduce pelvic pain, inflammation, and pain sensitivity in women with endometriosis. Researchers will measure changes in blood markers of inflammation and brain scans related to pain. The trial involves…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New study aims to reduce unnecessary thyroid meds in seniors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program to help doctors safely reduce or stop thyroid hormone medication in adults aged 65 and older who are getting too much or don't need it. The goal is to prevent harm from overtreatment while keeping thyroid levels healthy. About 900 participants will take…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Timing of dental implant repair could be key to saving smiles
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether waiting a bit before surgically repairing bone damage around infected dental implants leads to better results than fixing it right away. Forty adults with peri-implantitis (gum infection around implants) will be randomly assigned to one of two surgical ap…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Hope for rare fat disorder: expanded access to metreleptin offered
Disease control AVAILABLEThis expanded access program provides metreleptin (MyaLept) to patients with familial partial lipodystrophy who also have diabetes or very high triglycerides. Metreleptin is already approved for generalized lipodystrophy, but this program aims to help those with the partial form.…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Absorbable 3D-Printed splint could save kids with rare breathing disorder
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a custom 3D-printed splint that holds open a child's collapsing airway. The splint is made of a material that the body absorbs over about five years. The trial includes 35 children with severe tracheobronchomalacia who need breathing support. Researchers will che…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New stitch study aims to improve healing after brain surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at a special type of stitch (STRATAFIX) already approved by the FDA for closing wounds after brain or spine surgery. Researchers want to see if it helps wounds heal better and with fewer problems. About 160 adults having brain or spine surgery will take part. The…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New tube device offers Long-Term hope for sleep apnea sufferers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows 20 people who have already used a flexible silicone tube device (NPA-OSA) for obstructive sleep apnea. Participants will continue using the device at night for up to 12 months. Researchers will check if the device keeps working well by measuring sleep apnea eve…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Could a simple calcium shot cut C-Section bleeding?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving a single dose of calcium gluconate before a cesarean delivery can reduce blood loss in women at high risk for heavy bleeding. Researchers will compare calcium gluconate to a placebo in 140 pregnant volunteers. The goal is to see if this simple, ine…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Could mounjaro help a rare fat disorder? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether tirzepatide (Mounjaro), a drug already approved for diabetes and weight loss, can improve blood sugar and lower triglycerides in people with partial lipodystrophy—a rare condition where the body loses fat tissue. Researchers will compare tirzepati…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:27 UTC
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Laser light could reveal hidden arthritis
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a new laser-based imaging technique, called photoacoustic tomography (PAT), can help diagnose rheumatoid arthritis. Researchers will scan the finger joints of 113 adults—some with arthritis and some healthy—and compare PAT with MRI and ultrasound. Th…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Can MRI outsmart blood tests for prostate cancer?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study enrolls 950 men with suspected but undiagnosed prostate cancer who are scheduled for a biopsy. Researchers will compare the accuracy of prostate MRI against a panel of blood and urine biomarkers (PCA3, PSA, TMPRSS2:ERG) in detecting clinically significant prostate canc…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Can High-Tech eye exams save sight in underserved communities?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study compares a technology-enhanced eye exam to a standard optometric exam for detecting three leading causes of blindness: glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and cataracts. About 900 adults at a Federally Qualified Health Center will be randomly assigned to one of the two exa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Slow-Flow nipples may curb overeating in infants
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using a slower-flow bottle nipple for a few days helps babies drink less milk and develop healthier feeding patterns. Researchers will monitor 440 infants to see if the change affects how much they eat, their sucking behavior, and sleep. The goal is to fi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 21:00 UTC
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Your dinner plate might fight c. diff: diet study aims to stop repeat infections
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a specific diet can change gut bacteria and help prevent another C. difficile infection in adults who have had one. Twenty participants will receive prepared meals and health counseling, then follow a similar diet for 6 more weeks. Researchers will track …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Can a website keep kids safe from guns? new study tests online safety plan
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests an online program called Store Safely that teaches rural families with children how to store firearms more safely. The program includes videos, facts, and a personalized action plan. Researchers will check if families lock up more guns after using the program. 60…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Grape powder may keep heart rhythm steady after surgery
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a concentrated grape powder, taken for three days before heart surgery, can prevent a common complication called post-operative atrial fibrillation (POAF). POAF is an irregular heartbeat thought to be triggered by inflammation after surgery. The trial wil…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Online program aims to curb childhood obesity in Low-Income families
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests an online program called Families in Balance Online, designed to help parents of 2- to 5-year-olds build healthy routines around meals, sleep, and screen time. About 300 families with low income will be randomly assigned to either this interactive program or a se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Family power: new study tests if loved ones can stop hospital delirium
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study compares two approaches to prevent delirium in older adults during a hospital stay. One is standard hospital care (HELP), and the other adds daily support from family members (FAM-HELP). Researchers will track 1,900 patients aged 70 and older to see if family involveme…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Faith-Based program aims to prevent blindness in black americans at high risk for glaucoma
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a personalized education and counseling program, called ComBaT Glaucoma, can encourage Black Americans at high risk for glaucoma to see an eye doctor regularly. The program is delivered through a community church setting. Researchers will track whether pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Salt solution may shield kidneys during heart scans
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether sodium nitrate, a natural salt, can prevent kidney injury caused by contrast dye used in heart and CT scans. Researchers will enroll 100 high-risk patients to see if the treatment is practical and effective. The goal is to find a simple, low-cost way to p…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Michigan study tests After-School program to curb youth violence
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called YES-IDEAS that aims to reduce violence and promote positive behaviors among middle school students. About 512 students in after-school programs in Michigan will take part. The program helps youth design community projects to build empowerment and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Can a classroom curriculum stop child sex trafficking? large trial launches
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a school-based program called READY to Stand can help prevent the commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC) among high school students. Over 3,200 teens in grades 9-12 from diverse urban schools will take part. The program includes videos, group d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Can a web program and texts curb teen drinking?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests two digital programs to prevent or reduce alcohol misuse in teens aged 12-19 who have used alcohol in the past year. Participants receive a brief web program, and some also get 8 weeks of supportive text messages. Parents are encouraged to use a free app to guide…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Diet showdown: three eating plans battle bloating in scleroderma patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares three different diets to see which one best reduces bloating and other stomach symptoms in people with systemic sclerosis (scleroderma). Sixty participants will follow one of three diets for six weeks: a low-FODMAP diet, a diet that removes foods harmful to th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 21:00 UTC
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Can a short talk therapy tame PTSD in those who save lives?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a brief form of talk therapy, called Prolonged Exposure for Primary Care (PE-PC), can reduce PTSD symptoms in first responders and frontline healthcare workers. Participants receive 4-6 weekly 30-minute sessions either by telehealth or in person, delivere…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 21:00 UTC
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Could zapping the brain help people with a rare form of Alzheimer's see better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called HD-tDCS can improve visual and thinking abilities in people with posterior cortical atrophy (PCA), a rare condition often linked to Alzheimer's. Fifty participants will receive either real or sham stimulat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 21:00 UTC
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Can a Stepped-Care approach make PTSD therapy more effective?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether starting PTSD treatment with one type of talk therapy and then switching to another based on early progress leads to better symptom relief. About 430 adults receiving care at federally qualified health centers will take part. The study compares different …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 21:00 UTC
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Motorized brace aims to unload painful knees without surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a modular, powered leg brace (exoskeleton) designed to assist knee movement and reduce pain in people with knee osteoarthritis. The brace provides a small amount of torque to help the joint, potentially lowering muscle effort and painful loads on the knee. Resear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Weight lifting may boost heart health and mood during menopause
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether resistance training (like lifting weights) twice a week can improve blood vessel health, mood, sleep, and quality of life in women going through menopause. Researchers will compare a group that exercises with a group that only receives informational em…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Bright light at breakfast may fight fibromyalgia fatigue and pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using a bright light device for one hour each morning, combined with a consistent sleep schedule, can improve symptoms of fibromyalgia—a condition causing widespread pain and fatigue. Researchers at the University of Michigan are recruiting 390 adults wit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Could a common antidepressant soothe Crohn's gut woes?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowMany people with Crohn's disease still have belly pain, bloating, or irregular bowel habits even when their disease is not active. This study tests whether a low dose of amitriptyline, a medication already used for irritable bowel syndrome, can safely reduce those symptoms. One h…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Veterans test cannabis coaching to ease chronic pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests four virtual coaching sessions to help veterans with chronic pain use their own cannabis products more effectively. Researchers aim to see if coaching improves pain, anxiety, and overall well-being. The trial is recruiting 468 veterans across the U.S.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Veterans' chronic back pain targeted by new zoom therapy
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a short, Zoom-based therapy called Brief Pain Reprocessing Therapy (BPRT) for veterans with chronic low back pain. About 47 veterans will try the program to see if it is acceptable, safe, and practical. The goal is to reduce pain and improve quality of life witho…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Sleep therapy may curb cannabis use in insomniacs
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a type of talk therapy for insomnia, delivered via telemedicine, can improve sleep and reduce cannabis use in adults who have trouble sleeping and use cannabis regularly. 200 participants will be randomly assigned to either cognitive behavioral therapy fo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New zoom therapy aims to ease chronic pain without drugs
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a short behavioral treatment delivered over Zoom to help adults with fibromyalgia, lupus, chronic pelvic pain, or chronic low back pain. The goal is to reduce pain, disability, and related issues like anxiety or depression. Participants will learn strategies to m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Can a simple mouth device restore speech after tongue cancer?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a custom dental device called a palatal augmentation prosthesis (PAP), along with speech therapy, can improve how well people speak and swallow after surgery for small tongue cancers (T1/T2). Forty participants will be randomly assigned to receive the dev…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Bright idea: light therapy might ease IBD symptoms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether morning light therapy can improve sleep timing and reduce symptoms in people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Sixty-eight adults with active IBD symptoms will either use a light therapy device at hom…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Could a wobbly desk ease Parkinson's symptoms?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis small pilot study tests a special standing desk that gently moves, prompting people with Parkinson's to take small steps while standing. Five participants will use the desk for up to 12 sessions over 6 weeks. Researchers will measure walking speed, motor symptoms, and thinki…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can common painkillers replace opioids after surgery?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two common ways to manage pain after surgery: NSAIDs (like ibuprofen) plus acetaminophen, or low-dose opioids (like oxycodone) plus acetaminophen. About 900 adults having gallbladder removal, hernia repair, or breast lump removal will be randomly assigned to o…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Move and snooze: new study tests sleep therapy to boost exercise benefits for knee pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two approaches for older adults with knee osteoarthritis and insomnia: personalized exercise coaching alone versus exercise plus a digital insomnia treatment. Researchers want to see if adding sleep therapy leads to greater pain relief. The trial involves 288 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Can a VR forest lift depression in alcohol recovery? small trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study will test whether short, immersive virtual reality nature sessions can reduce depression, anxiety, and stress in adults with alcohol use disorder who are in an intensive outpatient program. Fifty participants will either receive standard care or add up to 12 VR n…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can talk therapy boost the benefits of low vision aids for people with inherited eye diseases?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding emotional regulation therapy (ERT) to standard low vision rehabilitation (LVR) helps people with inherited retinal diseases who feel anxious or distressed about their vision. About 180 participants will receive LVR, which includes free vision-enhan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New program tackles loneliness and pain in rural seniors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called SCOOP for older adults (60+) living in rural areas who have chronic pain and feel lonely. Participants watch short videos and have up to 7 weekly coaching sessions with a community health worker to learn pain management and social connection stra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New nasal device could help kids with down syndrome sleep soundly
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a special nasal airway device (ssNPA) in 40 children with weak throat muscles and obstructive sleep apnea, including those with Down syndrome. The device is designed to keep the airway open during sleep without needing surgery. Researchers will measure how well i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Digital pain coach tested for chronic back pain relief
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a website called PainGuide, combined with a Fitbit, can help people with chronic low back pain. About 550 participants will use the online program and complete surveys over 24 to 52 weeks. The goal is to see if tailored digital coaching reduces how much p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Could a simple electrical patch ease pain and depression in liver disease?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a device that delivers mild electrical stimulation through the skin (called TEA) can help with chronic pain and depression in people with cirrhosis. Thirty participants will use the device at home twice daily for 8 weeks, or a sham version. The main …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Which painkiller works best for kids after surgery? new study aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two common ways to manage pain in children after they leave the hospital following surgery. About 900 kids having their tonsils, gallbladder, or knee scoped will be randomly assigned to receive either NSAIDs plus acetaminophen or low-dose opioids plus NSAIDs a…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Zapping the brain to zap migraines: new study tests 20-Day stimulation
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation (tDCS) given for 20 minutes daily over 20 days can reduce migraine pain. About 60 people with chronic migraine will receive either real or sham stimulation, and 20 people with episodic migraine will be observed for comp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Pelvic pain study tests muscle relaxant vs. vibrating wand
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two additional treatments for high tone pelvic floor dysfunction (HTPFD) when combined with standard pelvic floor physical therapy. Participants will either take a muscle relaxant medication (cyclobenzaprine) or use a vibrating pelvic floor massage wand. The g…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New online program aims to reduce mental health risks for LGBTQ+ youth of color
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an online, 9-week program designed to help parents and caregivers of LGBTQ+ youth of color become more supportive and accepting. Researchers will enroll 180 youth (ages 14-25) and their caregivers to see if the program reduces depression, anxiety, drug use, and o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Silver solution may ease pain at the dentist for children with MIH
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if applying silver diamine fluoride (SDF) to children's molars affected by molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH) helps local anesthesia work better during fillings. Fifty children will receive either SDF or a placebo before dental work. The goal is to see if SDF…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Can a VR forest lift your mood? new study tests nature walks for MS depression
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study explores whether using a virtual reality headset to experience nature scenes can help reduce depression in people with progressive multiple sclerosis. About 40 participants will use the Apple Vision Pro at home for short sessions over 8 weeks. The goal is to see if thi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Virtual reality offers new hope for IBD pain in hospitalized patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether virtual reality (VR)-guided brain-gut behavioral therapy can help manage pain in hospitalized adults with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Researchers want to see if the approach is practical and acceptable to patients. About 40 participants will try the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Low sulfur diet may soothe Crohn's symptoms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a low sulfur diet can reduce ongoing symptoms like belly pain and diarrhea in people whose Crohn's disease is otherwise quiet. Twenty adults with Crohn's in remission will either follow a low sulfur diet or their usual diet for 8 weeks. Participants wo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Could a patch boost arousal? new study tests At-Home nerve zapping for women
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study from the University of Michigan is testing whether a non-invasive nerve stimulation device, used at home, can improve sexual arousal in women with female sexual dysfunction. Twenty-four participants will use the UCon patch system to stimulate the dorsal genital n…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Kidney stone patients may skip stent after surgery, new study tests
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether leaving a stent out after kidney stone surgery can reduce pain and the need for extra medical visits. About 184 adults with kidney or ureteral stones will be randomly assigned to either get a stent or not after their procedure. Researchers will track p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Kidney stone patients may ditch painful stent, new study hopes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether it is safe and less painful to skip placing a temporary tube (stent) after routine kidney stone removal. About 792 adults with small stones will either get a stent or not, and researchers will track pain and any unplanned doctor visits. The goal is to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Women-Only heart rehab may boost attendance and health
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares a women-only cardiac rehabilitation program to the standard mixed-gender program for women with heart disease. Sixty women aged 40-80 will attend 36 sessions over 12 weeks, with extra women-focused education. Researchers will measure attendance, completion rat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Furry friend at the dentist: could a therapy dog calm nervous kids?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether having a trained therapy dog present during a child's dental numbing injection can reduce anxiety and distress. About 25 children aged 4 to 12 will be randomly assigned to either have a therapy dog with them or receive standard care. Researchers will meas…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New online program aims to lift depression in seniors with walking problems
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an online self-help program called Empower@Home for older adults with depression who have trouble walking. The program includes 9 online sessions, a workbook, and phone coaching from a trained staff member. Researchers will compare it to usual care in 64 particip…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New online therapy could help homebound seniors beat depression
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a digital mental health program called Empower@Home for homebound older adults (age 50+) with depression. The program includes online self-help sessions, a workbook, and phone coaching from trained staff. Researchers will compare it to usual care in 256 part…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Robots lend a hand: new device aims to restore arm movement after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether simple, passive robotic devices can help people who have had a stroke regain arm and hand movement. Four participants will use the devices during reaching exercises, sometimes with electrical stimulation to activate muscles. The goal is to see if this app…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New tablet tool aims to boost epilepsy Patient-Doctor talks
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a tablet-based tool called the Epilepsy Visit Planner for adults with drug-resistant epilepsy. The tool helps patients set goals and share concerns before doctor visits. Researchers want to see if it improves communication and quality of life. About 152 participa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New study tests virtual health coaching to keep seniors independent
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a 6-month nurse-led health coaching program for 120 older adults who want to stay healthy and independent at home. Participants get personalized virtual coaching, health tracking tools, and monthly check-ins. The goal is to improve self-care, health habits, and q…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Could a tiny electric zapper beat pills for IBS pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two treatments for abdominal pain in people with irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C): a home-use device that delivers mild electrical stimulation (TEA) and the drug escitalopram (Lexapro). About 160 participants will be randomly assigned to one …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Exercise without weight may speed up diabetic foot ulcer healing
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 6-week program of non-weight bearing exercise can help diabetic foot ulcers heal faster than standard wound care alone. Forty adults with type 2 diabetes and a foot ulcer will be randomly assigned to exercise plus standard care or standard care only. Re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:35 UTC
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Brain zaps may unlock fluency for people who stutter
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a gentle, noninvasive electrical current applied to the scalp can improve speech fluency in adults who stutter. Researchers will give 80 participants three sessions of brain stimulation while they read aloud, then measure changes in brain activity and stu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:41 UTC
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Special treadmill training may help ACL recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether walking on a split-belt treadmill (where each leg moves at a different speed) can improve how the knee loads weight after ACL reconstruction. Nine people who had ACL surgery within the past 10 months will be randomly assigned to one of two training groups…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:59 UTC
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Elbow nerve surgery showdown: which procedure works best?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two common surgeries for ulnar neuropathy at the elbow: simple decompression and subcutaneous anterior transposition. Researchers will enroll 378 adults with confirmed ulnar nerve issues to see which surgery better improves hand function and reduces pain. Part…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:40 UTC
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Gene test may personalize Beta-Blocker dosing for heart failure
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a person's genetic makeup can predict how well they respond to the heart failure drug metoprolol. Researchers will give the drug to 100 people with heart failure and track their heart function and drug levels. The goal is to see if a genetic score can …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 21:00 UTC
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Can a phone app reveal why some people handle stress better?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study at the University of Michigan is recruiting 500 incoming freshmen to understand why some people are more vulnerable to stress while others bounce back easily. Participants will use a mindfulness app called Maya for 6 weeks, wear a Fitbit for a year, and provide samples…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Smartphone notifications could help tame chronic pain in MS and spinal cord injury
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a smartphone system that sends personalized pain management tips to adults with multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury who have chronic pain. Researchers will interview participants to understand their preferences for the content and timing of these no…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Blood tests could guide oxygen therapy for severe brain injury
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether certain proteins in the blood can help doctors monitor severe traumatic brain injury and predict who might benefit from hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Researchers will analyze blood samples from 150 patients already enrolled in a larger trial testing diffe…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Scientists seek a poop test to catch diet cheaters in IBS study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find a marker in stool or urine that can objectively measure whether people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) are sticking to their prescribed diet. Researchers will enroll 94 adults with moderate-to-severe IBS and track their food intake and gut symptoms. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Diabetes drug shows promise for kidney protection in new study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how an FDA-approved diabetes drug, Canagliflozin (Invokana), might protect the kidneys in people with type 2 diabetes. Twenty adults aged 18-80 with type 2 diabetes for at least 3 years will take the drug daily for 6 months. Researchers will use kidney biopsie…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Kidney disease mystery: scientists launch massive data hunt
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is for people with rare kidney diseases like Minimal Change Disease, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, and Membranous Nephropathy. Researchers will collect health information and biological samples from 1,200 participants over many years. The goal is to better unders…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Personalized trial matching could revolutionize kidney disease treatment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study helps people with certain kidney diseases (like nephrotic syndrome and FSGS) find clinical trials that match their specific disease profile. Researchers analyze participants' molecular data to recommend targeted therapies in ongoing trials. The goal is to improve treat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Scientists seek to uncover why some young adults are more prone to substance use
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how differences in personality, brain activity, and behavior may make some young adults more likely to use substances like cannabis. Researchers will track eye movements and brain scans in 294 people aged 18-22. No treatment or medication is involved—the goal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Small study probes brain chemical differences in genetic Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how a specific gene change (LRRK2 mutation) affects brain chemicals in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare 15 participants with the mutation to others without it using brain scans, thinking tests, and movement tests. The goal is to better…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Tiny brain zaps reveal how epilepsy affects the mind
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the brain reacts to small electrical signals in people with epilepsy that doesn't get better with medication. Researchers will use special electrodes placed during brain surgery to record the brain's response. Only 5 participants will take part, all of who…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Can thinking shrink depression? new Brain-Feedback study tests mind over mood
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a technique called real-time fMRI neurofeedback, where people with depression learn to control brain activity by watching a visual pattern change in real time during an MRI scan. Researchers want to see if this can help regulate brain networks linked to depressio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Exercise rewires fat tissue at the cellular level, study hints
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates how exercise affects the structure and function of fat tissue in adults aged 18-40 with obesity or metabolic syndrome. Participants are randomly assigned to either an exercise program or a sedentary control group. All undergo a 10% weight loss phase, then …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Brain scans teach anxiety patients to control emotions
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether real-time brain scans (fMRI) can help young adults with anxiety learn to regulate their emotions better. Participants will practice reappraising negative thoughts while seeing their own brain activity. The goal is to understand which brain areas are invol…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Doctors test new wearable for back pain: will they use it?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how doctors feel about using a new disposable activity monitor called VERABAND™ for people with chronic low back pain. About 360 clinicians and patients will take part. The goal is to see if doctors find it easy to use and if they would recommend it in their p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Can free IUDs boost Kids' test scores? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 4,700 children whose mothers were given vouchers for free or discounted IUDs to prevent unintended pregnancies. Researchers want to see if preventing unplanned births improves children's school performance and family stability. The study is observational and do…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Teen diabetes risk linked to immune cells, new study suggests
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how certain immune cells, called meta-inflammatory monocytes, along with body composition and diet, may contribute to insulin resistance in adolescents. Researchers will collect blood samples and health information from 175 teens aged 14-18, including those wi…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Childhood trauma may rewire the brain in opioid addiction
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how difficult childhood experiences might affect memory and brain function in people with opioid use disorder. Researchers will use brain scans and memory tests to compare three groups: people with opioid use disorder on buprenorphine, people without the disor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Could cutting junk food cause withdrawal? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether reducing ultra-processed foods—like chips, soda, and fast food—causes withdrawal symptoms such as anger or anxiety. Researchers will monitor 210 adults with signs of food addiction as they follow a low-UP diet for a week, tracking cravings, stress, and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Pregnancy sleep study tracks nightly positions to improve rest
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how pregnant women sleep, focusing on the positions they spend the most time in and how often they snore. About 500 women who are at least 28 weeks pregnant will use a sleep monitor at home. The goal is to learn more about sleep patterns during pregnancy and s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Study aims to stop needless Pre-Surgery testing
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a set of tools—like doctor education, decision aids, and financial incentives—can reduce unnecessary medical tests before low-risk surgeries such as breast lump removal, gallbladder removal, and hernia repair. Sixteen hospitals in Michigan will use these …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Can a smartphone app boost recovery from addiction? michigan study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a smartphone app can help people in Michigan on Medicaid who are recovering from both opioid and alcohol use disorders. The app uses rewards to encourage healthy behaviors. Researchers want to see if people find the app useful and easy to use, and if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New biobank aims to unlock why kidney disease returns after transplant
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting medical information and biological samples (like blood, urine, and kidney tissue) from 300 people with FSGS or MCD who have had or will have a kidney transplant. The goal is to build a research biobank called RESOLVE to help scientists study why these dis…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Brain scans reveal Stuttering's inner workings
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses brain scans (fMRI) to compare brain activity when adults who stutter produce stuttered versus non-stuttered speech. Researchers aim to understand which brain circuits are involved. Fifty adults aged 18-65 who stutter will participate. This is not a treatment study…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Massive heart biobank aims to unlock secrets of aortic disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a large biobank of blood, DNA, plasma, and tissue samples from 15,000 people with and without heart and aortic diseases. Researchers will use this information to better understand conditions like aortic aneurysm, heart failure, and bicuspid aortic valve. Th…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Doctor, meet your patient: a prescription for burnout?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether having resident doctors meet former ICU patients they treated can reduce professional burnout and increase fulfillment. About 30 residents and patients will take part. Researchers will survey the doctors before and after the meeting and interview them …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Exercise plus diet: the secret to lasting metabolic health?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at what happens inside your fat tissue when you lose weight with or without exercise. 68 adults with obesity will lose 10% of their body weight through diet, with some also doing moderate exercise. Researchers will measure insulin sensitivity, fat breakdown, and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Vitamin k may let blood thinner users skip Pre-Surgery drug holiday
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis small pilot study tests whether giving a one-time dose of vitamin K before surgery can safely lower the blood-thinning effect of warfarin, so patients can keep taking their regular medication without interruption. The study will enroll 20 adults who have been on warfarin for…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New tool aims to help EoE patients decide on treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a decision support tool for adults with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). About 40 participants will use either the tool or general education before a clinic visit. Researchers want to see if the tool is helpful and easy to use, and if it improves treatment knowled…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Can a support team help black teens at risk for suicide? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a combination of therapy (CBT) and a team of caring adults chosen by the teen can help Black adolescents who are thinking about suicide or have hurt themselves. The study will enroll 15 Black teens aged 12-17 and their chosen support people. Research…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Could your lung cancer scan also detect COPD?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether CT scans done for lung cancer screening can also help find COPD, a common lung disease in smokers. Researchers will review scans from 200 current or former smokers aged 50–80 who already had a CT scan as part of routine care. The goal is to see how man…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Rare fat loss disorder under the microscope: 500 patients tracked for clues to diabetes and pancreatitis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows about 500 people with lipodystrophy (a rare condition where the body loses fat tissue) for 5 to 7 years. Researchers want to find out how often diabetes and very high blood fats (triglycerides) occur, and what health problems they cause. Participants visit once…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Scientists probe gut to see how drugs really dissolve
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how a modified-release diabetes drug called glipizide dissolves in the stomach and small intestine. Researchers will directly sample gut contents, blood, urine, and stool from 40 healthy volunteers after they take the drug. The goal is to improve lab…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Which opioid disposal method works best? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares two methods for getting rid of leftover opioid painkillers after surgery: a special pouch that deactivates the drugs, and a prepaid envelope to mail them back. Researchers will track which method more people actually use. The goal is to find a simple, effectiv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Zapping the brain to fight forgetfulness: new study recruits seniors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique can improve memory and brain function in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Researchers will use brain scans to measure changes in brain activity and chemical levels. The goal is to understand h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Brain zaps may unlock fibromyalgia pain secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how brain networks synchronize in people with fibromyalgia, a condition causing widespread pain. Researchers will use EEG and fMRI to measure brain activity and test a gentle brain stimulation technique called HD-tDCS. The goal is to understand pain processing…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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AI watchdog aims to spot deteriorating kids before It's too late
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests an AI system called PICTURE-Pediatric that alerts hospital staff when a child's condition might worsen in the next 24 hours. The system gives a score and sends notifications to doctors and nurses. The study will enroll 375 clinicians to see if they follow t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Cannabis users may need different sedation for wisdom teeth surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares cannabis users and non-users during wisdom tooth removal under IV sedation. Researchers will measure how much sedative medication is needed and track vital signs like heart rate and blood pressure. The goal is to understand if cannabis use changes how people r…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Brain zaps tailored to you may boost hand control in aging
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called HD-tDCS can improve hand movement in healthy older adults. Forty right-handed participants will receive either standard or personalized stimulation, plus brain scans. The goal is to see if customizing the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Free groceries delivered to pregnant moms: will it lead to healthier babies?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether having groceries delivered can help low-income pregnant young women gain a healthy amount of weight and eat better. About 570 women in early pregnancy will take part. The goal is to learn if this simple support can improve health during pregnancy.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Smart prosthetic legs learn to walk naturally
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to make powered prosthetic legs for above-knee amputees move more naturally by using machine learning to model how healthy joints work. Researchers will test the new control system in 40 participants, including both able-bodied individuals and those with amputatio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Your genes may predict your risk of a torn rotator cuff
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting DNA and MRI data from 3,500 adults aged 40 to 85 to find genetic variations linked to rotator cuff tears. Researchers will compare people with and without tears to identify risk genes. The goal is to better understand why tears happen and why some treatme…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New program aims to support lakota two spirit youth and their families
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study is testing a program called Tiwahe Tewichaglapi, which adapts the Family Acceptance Project for Lakota 2SLGBTQ+ youth and their caregivers. The goal is to see if the program is acceptable, safe, and feasible, and to check if it helps reduce depression, anxiety, a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Zapping the brain to sharpen memory: new study tests electrical stimulation and cognitive rehab
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study from the University of Michigan is testing whether cognitive rehabilitation (brain training exercises) and transcranial electrical stimulation (mild electrical currents applied to the scalp) can improve thinking abilities like memory, attention, and problem-solving in …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New study tracks kids on life support to see how timing affects their brains
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 550 children who need ECMO (a machine that does the work of the lungs) after sudden, severe breathing failure. Researchers will track their abilities and quality of life for a year after leaving the ICU. They will also compare two groups: one that received ECMO…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New study aims to measure swelling in kidney disease patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowResearchers at the University of Michigan and Northwestern University are interviewing children, adults, and parents of young children about their experiences with swelling caused by Nephrotic Syndrome. The goal is to develop a survey that can be used in future clinical trials to…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Scientists probe hidden signals behind bladder nerve therapy
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how electrical stimulation of the sacral nerve helps people with overactive bladder. Researchers will test two different ways to set the stimulation and see which one works better. Fifteen adults who already qualify for a sacral nerve implant will pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Texting parents could save teens after suicide scare
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether sending daily text messages to parents of teens who visited the ER for suicide risk can help prevent future suicide attempts and reduce parental stress. About 420 parent-teen pairs will take part, with parents receiving either supportive texts or standard…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Fingerprint IDs aim to boost malaria vaccine completion in ghana
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a digital vaccination record system linked to fingerprints can help more children in Ghana complete their malaria vaccine series and other routine shots. About 4,700 pregnant women and mothers of young children will take part. The system will automaticall…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Can community demonstrations boost safe water use in nigeria?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether community demonstrations and local chlorine redemption points can increase household water treatment in rural Nigeria. Researchers will compare 20 communities receiving the intervention with 10 control communities. The goal is to see if this approach impr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden links between eczema and food allergies
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood and skin samples from 200 people with eczema, food allergies, or neither. Researchers will analyze these samples to find shared genetic or biochemical signals. The goal is to better understand how these conditions are connected, which could lead to bette…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Eczema Drug's ethnic secrets revealed in new study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the eczema drug dupilumab works in people of different ethnic backgrounds. Researchers want to understand why Asian and African American people get eczema more often and respond differently to treatment. The study will compare 30 adults with moderate-to-se…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Sound waves may replace X-Rays for dental implant timing
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study at the University of Michigan is testing whether ultrasound can monitor bone graft healing after tooth extraction, potentially replacing more invasive scans. About 140 adults needing a tooth extraction and bone graft for a future dental implant will have their healing …
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Ultrasound zaps brain to speed up waking from anesthesia
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using low-intensity focused ultrasound to stimulate specific brain areas can help people regain consciousness faster after being sedated with common anesthetics. Researchers will monitor brain activity with fMRI while 168 healthy adults are lightly anesth…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Can rhythm tasks unlock secrets of childhood stuttering?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how children who stutter perform on rhythm tasks compared to children who don't stutter. Researchers will test rhythm perception and production once a year for three years in 500 children. The goal is to understand how rhythm skills might be linked to brain ac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Diabetes and fatigue: can special exercise training help?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why people with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes tire more quickly during leg exercises. Researchers will test a special low-load resistance training program, sometimes with blood flow restriction, to see if it improves muscle strength, blood flow, and energy u…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Baby food study seeks to uncover roots of eating behavior
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how emotions, bonding, and eating habits develop together in mothers and their infants. Researchers will observe 150 mother-infant pairs to see how these factors affect a child's eating behavior, diet, and body weight. The study involves giving infants differe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Baby's first bites: new study unlocks secrets of Mother-Infant eating and emotion
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how emotions, bonding, and eating habits develop together in mothers and their babies. Researchers will observe 150 mother-infant pairs to understand how these factors influence a child's eating behavior, diet, and body weight. The goal is to learn more about …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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New study unlocks secrets of baby eating behavior
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how emotions, bonding, and eating habits develop together in mothers and babies. Researchers will observe 150 mother-infant pairs to understand what influences a child's eating behavior and diet. The goal is to learn more about these connections, not to test a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Diabetes drug sotagliflozin tested as potential blood thinner
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early-phase study at the University of Michigan will test whether the diabetes drug sotagliflozin can reduce platelet activity as well as FDA-approved antiplatelet drugs like aspirin, clopidogrel, and apixaban. Twenty healthy volunteers will take each drug for two weeks, and…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:08 UTC
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Can a simple test predict which diabetic foot ulcers will heal?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find biological markers (biomarkers) that can predict whether a diabetic foot ulcer will heal or not. Researchers will collect samples like blood and wound fluid from 5,000 adults with diabetes and open foot ulcers. The goal is to develop a tool that helps doct…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:03 UTC
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Can a simple test predict your weight loss success?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study from the University of Michigan is recruiting 3,200 people to understand why some people lose weight and keep it off while others struggle. Participants will undergo a range of tests, including blood work, body composition scans, and fitness assessments. The goal is to…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:22 UTC