University Of South Florida
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of South Florida, explained in plain language.
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New nutrition program helps kids with autism eat more fruits and veggies
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a nutrition program called Autism Eats for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who were enrolled in early intervention services. The program used special feeding strategies and goal setting to encourage healthier eating habits. Researchers compared 132 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:06 UTC
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New shunt checker tested in brain pressure patients
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a device called ShuntCheck to see if it can correctly tell whether a shunt (a tube that drains fluid from the brain) is working or blocked in people with pseudotumor cerebri (a condition causing high pressure in the brain). Twelve adults who had a shunt placed a…
Sponsor: University of South Florida • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:52 UTC
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VR therapy takes on phobias: a new way to face fears?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether using a virtual reality clinic (Doxy.me VR) is as good as standard online therapy for treating intense fear of dogs, snakes, or spiders. Fifty-four adults participated, and researchers measured how much their phobia symptoms improved. The goal was to see…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:08 UTC
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Brain game boosts sleep in autistic adults?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new cognitive training program (COGMUSE) in 12 autistic adults who also have insomnia. Participants played brain-training games at home for 60 minutes, three times a week, for six weeks. They wore a watch-like device to track sleep and movement and filled out …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:07 UTC