University Of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

This study tested whether giving fish oil and vitamin D soon after a serious thermal burn could prevent chronic pain. It enrolled 24 adults with burns covering less than 30% of their body. The trial was stopped early, so results are limited, but the goal was to find a safe, low-c…

This study tested a smartphone app called SMILE that teaches mindfulness to help reduce anxiety. It included 398 Black and Latino adults who had moderate anxiety. Participants used the app for 8 weeks and reported their stress levels and heart activity. The goal was to see if the…

This study looked at whether using the SinuSonic device for 5 weeks could improve anxiety, depression, and overall well-being in adults with chronic nasal or sinus congestion. Sixteen participants completed surveys about their physical and mental health before and after using the…

This study looked at whether measuring a specific type of immune cell (CD5+ regulatory B cells) in the blood could help doctors decide if ANCA vasculitis patients need ongoing treatment to prevent relapses. The idea was that patients with normal levels of these cells after initia…

This early-phase study tested whether a special MRI technique using inhaled xenon gas could detect brown adipose tissue (BAT) in 17 healthy adults. Brown fat helps burn calories, and researchers wanted to see if this imaging method could measure its activity during cold exposure.…

This study looked at how well a digital tool called Horyzons works in clinics for people with early psychosis. Researchers talked to doctors and patients to find out what made it easy or hard to use. The goal was to learn how to better bring such tools into regular care.

This small pilot study aimed to see if antiseizure medications change brain connectivity patterns in patients with severe acute brain injuries who are unconscious. Only 5 participants were enrolled before the study was stopped early. The researchers used brain scans to look for s…

This study tested a virtual reality training program for healthcare teams to improve care for new mothers and reduce pain disparities. About 66 participants, including doctors, nurses, and doulas, took part. The study was ended early, so results are limited.

This small study tested whether a single session of non-invasive brain stimulation (alpha-tACS) could change brain activity and help people be less stuck in their habits. Seven healthy adults, including some with risky drinking histories, completed tasks while receiving real or f…

This study looked at whether virtual coaching (like video calls) helps rural pharmacists better counsel people who are hesitant about getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Sixteen pharmacies took part, first using standard training and then adding a personal coach. The main goal was to s…