University Of Southern California
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Southern California, explained in plain language.
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New clinic aims to tackle twin epidemics of heart failure and meth addiction
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test a new clinic that treats both heart failure and methamphetamine use disorder at the same time. About 50 adults with heart failure who use methamphetamine will receive heart medications, counseling, and rewards for staying drug-free over 6 months. The go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:03 UTC
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Heart-Healthy drugs may shield brain in At-Risk group
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis small pilot study will test whether a pharmacist-led program to manage high blood pressure and high cholesterol can help protect brain health in 10 people aged 50-75 who carry the APOE ε4 gene, a known risk factor for dementia. Participants will take standard medications (AR…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 07, 2026 18:41 UTC
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Sound waves to restore sight? new trial tests ultrasound for vision loss
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial will test whether a wearable ultrasound device can safely stimulate the retina and help restore vision in people with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or retinitis pigmentosa (RP). Five participants will receive short bursts of ultrasound while report…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New online program aims to ease stress for korean american dementia caregivers
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 6-week online program called K-Savvy, designed to help Korean American caregivers of people with dementia. The program aims to reduce stress and depression and improve caregivers' confidence. Researchers will enroll 120 Korean American adults who provide at lea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 08, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Mailed nudge aims to boost healthcare proxy designation
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether sending a letter before a doctor's visit encourages older adults and people with serious illnesses to officially name a healthcare proxy—someone to make medical decisions if they can't. About 10,000 participants will be randomly assigned to receive differ…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Can AI help endometrial cancer patients navigate care?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will ask 48 endometrial cancer patients about how they currently find medical information and how satisfied they are with those methods. Researchers also want to know if patients are interested in using an artificial intelligence (AI) tool to help them learn about thei…
Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:39 UTC