University Of South Carolina
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of South Carolina, explained in plain language.
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New moms with high blood pressure get remote monitoring to prevent hospital returns
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a cloud-connected blood pressure monitoring program for new mothers with high blood pressure disorders. About 540 women will use a home device to send their readings to their care team for six weeks after giving birth. The goal is to see if this approach helps mo…
Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:17 UTC
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Can a human touch boost digital weight loss for rural americans?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study aims to find the best way to add human support to an online weight loss program for adults living in rural areas. Over 600 participants will try a 24-week digital program with different combinations of video group sessions, personal coaching calls, and feedback on thei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:17 UTC
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New study aims to help overweight black teens beat stress and get moving
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called LEADS for African American families with an overweight teen (ages 11-16). The program teaches teens coping skills like mindfulness and deep breathing, and helps parents with positive parenting, all to reduce stress and increase physical activity.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 03, 2026 12:04 UTC
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What do GLP-1 users really eat? new study seeks answers.
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how adults taking GLP-1 medications (like Ozempic or Wegovy) change their eating habits. Researchers want to understand what dietary support people need to eat well while on these drugs. About 50 adults who are about to start GLP-1 therapy for obesity or type …
Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Pistachio power: snack your way to better metabolism?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether eating pistachios as a snack can help overweight and obese adults burn energy more efficiently. Researchers will compare four days of pistachio snacking to four days of normal eating in 60 healthy but overweight participants. The goal is to see if pist…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:55 UTC