University Of Nevada, Las Vegas

This study looks at whether adding baked potatoes (with skin) to a Mediterranean diet can improve blood sugar control, blood pressure, and cholesterol in adults aged 45-80 with pre-diabetes. Sixty participants will either get diet education alone or education plus pre-prepared ba…

This study tests a smartphone-based program called RISE Guide for women who have just been sexually assaulted. The goal is to see if it can reduce anxiety sensitivity and prevent posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and cannabis use disorder (CUD). 68 women who seek emergency car…

This study tests whether a walking program on uneven surfaces can improve walking skill and confidence for people who use a lower-limb prosthesis. Thirty-five adults with leg amputations will practice walking on flat and uneven treadmills for four weeks. Researchers will measure …

This study tests a personalized coaching program for parents and early intervention professionals to reduce problem behaviors like aggression and screaming in children up to 5 years old with developmental delays. Researchers will observe and track changes in behavior during short…

This study tests whether eating freeze-dried wild blueberry powder every day for 12 weeks can improve gut health, reduce inflammation, and ease joint pain in adults with arthritis. Fifty participants will take either the blueberry powder or a placebo, with a 2-week break between …

This study looks at blood vessel health in adults with Down syndrome (ages 18-35) compared to adults without Down syndrome. Researchers want to find out if people with Down syndrome have hidden changes in their blood vessels that could raise their risk for heart disease or stroke…

This study compares two methods for measuring stroke volume (how much blood the heart pumps) in people with shock. It will enroll 30 critically ill adults in the ICU. Researchers will use both an ultrasound (echocardiography) and a noninvasive monitor (bioreactance) to see how we…

This pilot study at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas tests whether a 6-week nutrition program focused on herbs and spices can help college students with poor eating habits improve their diet quality. Thirty students will attend group sessions, taste foods with herbs and spices…