University Of Nottingham
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Nottingham, explained in plain language.
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Can extra protein keep dialysis patients out of the hospital?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if eating more protein can improve health outcomes for people on long-term dialysis. Researchers will follow 114 adult patients for two years to measure if a higher protein diet leads to fewer unplanned hospital stays. The goal is to update old dietary guid…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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New therapy trial aims to ease psychosis symptoms through trauma processing
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), a type of talk therapy that helps people process traumatic memories, is practical and helpful for adults with psychosis who have experienced trauma. Participants will work with a therapist and complete regular questi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:47 UTC
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New family therapy trial aims to heal emotional scars after childhood brain injury
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether a special type of family therapy can help teenagers who have suffered a brain injury, and their parents, cope better emotionally. Up to six teen-parent pairs will receive 12 weeks of online therapy sessions together. The goal is to see if this approa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 13, 2026 15:06 UTC
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Researchers watch hospital staff to stop dangerous falls
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand how technology affects staff behavior and patient safety when preventing accidental falls in hospitals. Researchers will observe up to 200 hospital staff members over a year to see how they use current fall prevention systems in their daily work. The…
Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 00:42 UTC
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Scientists probe Brain's chemical clues to personalize psychosis care
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis research aims to understand how a brain chemical called glutamate is linked to memory and attention problems in people who have experienced psychosis. It will involve brain scans and a safe, non-invasive brain stimulation technique to see if glutamate levels can help predict…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Researchers hunt for clues to prevent pain that lingers after injury
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand why some people develop long-lasting pain after a serious limb fracture from a major accident, while others recover. Researchers will follow 450 patients with multiple injuries for six months after their accident, asking them about their pain levels.…
Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Scientists gather cancer clues to build future 'Super-Scopes'
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to collect and analyze tissue, blood, and fluid samples from people with suspected or confirmed cancers of the liver, bile ducts, or pancreas. Researchers will use these samples to understand the diseases better and to test new technologies, like advanced scopes a…
Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Voices from the shadows: teens speak out on life with a parent behind bars
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand the personal experiences and support needs of teenagers (aged 16+) who currently have a parent in prison. Researchers will conduct in-depth interviews with the teens, their non-imprisoned parent or caregiver, and a professional who works with the fam…
Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Scientists test Fast-Track exercise plan to help future cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis small pilot study aims to understand how a short, intense exercise program affects healthy adults. Researchers want to measure changes in fitness and muscle mass to create a baseline for comparison. This information will help design better exercise plans to prepare future co…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Video study seeks the secret words to get dementia patients walking after surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to discover the most effective ways for nurses and therapists to talk to people with dementia to help them stand and walk sooner after hip fracture surgery. Researchers will video record up to 50 real-life care sessions on hospital wards to analyze the specific wo…
Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC