University Of South Florida

This phase I trial tests a surgical procedure called utero-ovarian transposition (UOT) to temporarily move the uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes out of the radiation field in women aged 18-40 with pelvic cancers. The goal is to preserve fertility and ovarian function during wh…

This pilot study tests whether having a pharmacist oversee continuous glucose monitoring (using a FreeStyle Libre device) can improve blood sugar control and health behaviors in people with type 2 diabetes. Forty participants will use the monitor for 12 weeks, and their results w…

This study tests whether adding a special medical food that restricts certain amino acids (NEAAR) to standard cancer therapy (radiation and chemotherapy) is safe and tolerable for people with locally advanced rectal cancer. About 30 adults will participate. The goal is to see if …

This study tests whether the ShuntCheck device can accurately tell if a shunt is flowing or blocked in people with normal pressure hydrocephalus who have no symptoms. The device uses a gentle heat sensor on the skin to check flow. 50 adults with shunts will be tested during routi…

This study compares a device called ShuntCheck, which uses heat to measure fluid flow through a shunt, to the standard nuclear medicine test for detecting blockages. Researchers will enroll 20 adults aged 40 and older with normal pressure hydrocephalus who have a shunt and are su…

This study tests a procedure called Immediate Lymphatic Reconstruction (ILR) done during breast cancer surgery to prevent lymphedema, a painful arm swelling. About 98 high-risk women will be randomly assigned to receive ILR or standard care. Researchers will track who develops ly…

This study tests a program called ACT Together for parents of children with disabilities. The program includes six online lessons and weekly phone coaching sessions with a trained therapist. It teaches skills to handle stress and difficult emotions. Researchers want to see if the…

This study tests a digital program called NiteCAPP Jr, which delivers cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) to children aged 6-12. The program aims to improve sleep by teaching healthy sleep habits through interactive online sessions. Researchers will measure how well…

This study tests a web-based version of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) in 60 family caregivers of people with dementia. Caregivers will complete four online sessions focused on sleep habits, relaxation, and changing unhelpful thoughts. The goal is to improve sl…

This study tests whether dry needling—a treatment using thin needles to target tight muscles—can reduce chronic lower-limb pain in people with multiple sclerosis. Twenty-four participants will receive either real or sham dry needling over six sessions. Researchers also hope to se…

This study tests a web-based program called NiteCAPP designed to improve sleep in people caring for a loved one with dementia, especially those living in rural areas. One hundred caregiver-patient pairs will use the program for 4 weekly sessions plus follow-up boosters. Researche…

This study tests a new speech therapy technique for people with aphasia (trouble speaking) after a stroke. Instead of copying a therapist's voice, participants will practice speaking along with an AI-cloned version of their own voice. The goal is to see if this personalized appro…

This study compares two behavioral programs for people with chronic pain, chronic insomnia, and long-term opioid use. One program uses cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), the other is standard treatment. The goal is to see if improving sleep can also reduce opioid …

This study tests whether a new eye drop called acoltremon can help people with a specific type of dry eye caused by early nerve damage (stage 1 neurotrophic keratopathy). The study will include 50 adults who have both decreased tear production and reduced corneal sensation. Resea…

This study tests whether breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber (hyperbaric oxygen therapy) can reduce long-term symptoms like headaches, memory problems, and mood changes in veterans with mild to moderate traumatic brain injury. 420 veterans will receive either real HBOT…

This study is testing whether a pharmacist-led program that uses continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) can help people with prediabetes better control their blood sugar and make healthier choices. About 40 adults with prediabetes will wear a CGM for 12 weeks and receive guidance fro…

This study tests a 4-week training program for assisted living staff (nurses, administrators, and coordinators) to improve palliative care for residents with dementia. The goal is to increase advance care planning discussions and reduce caregiver burnout. About 792 participants f…

This study tests two group-based parenting programs—HOT DOCS for children 0-5 and DOCS K-5 for kindergarten through 5th grade—designed to help caregivers manage disruptive behaviors and reduce parenting stress. Researchers will enroll 800 caregivers and professionals who speak En…

This study tests whether a very brief, persuasive message—delivered by a video or a counselor—can increase HIV and hepatitis C testing among emergency room patients who initially said no. About 2,000 adults who speak English or Spanish and haven't been tested in the past year wil…

This study looks at how remembering a loved one affects the heart rate and blood pressure of young adults who have lost someone in the last 2 to 18 months. Researchers want to see if a quick self-affirmation exercise (thinking about your core values) can help calm the body's stre…

This study looks at how older adults with hearing loss understand speech in noisy settings, and how hearing aids can help. Researchers will test 121 people, including young and older adults with normal hearing and older adults with hearing loss. They will measure both behavior (l…

This study looks at whether people having urgent heart catheterization need to fast beforehand. 400 patients with chest pain or mild heart attacks will be randomly assigned to either fast as usual or eat and drink normally. Researchers will measure comfort and safety to see if sk…

This study looks at how blood sugar levels and exercise change your motivation to move or rest. Forty healthy adults will visit the lab five times over a few weeks. They will either exercise, drink a sugary beverage, or drink a sugar-free placebo. Researchers will then measure th…

This study follows 50 adults aged 18–85 with certain types of hearing loss who either use or could use an FDA-approved bone-anchored hearing device. Over 3 years, researchers will measure changes in memory, attention, and other thinking skills. The goal is to see if treating hear…

This study compares two types of catheters used during mechanical thrombectomy for acute ischemic stroke: a balloon guide catheter and a conventional guide catheter. Researchers want to see if one approach restores blood flow faster and leads to better outcomes. About 100 adults …