University Of Texas At Austin

This study tests a new program designed to help African Americans with type 2 diabetes better manage their condition. The program combines diabetes education with resilience-building skills to address the unique stresses faced by this group. About 284 participants will take part,…

This study tests a new automated tool that helps primary care doctors quickly screen older adults for early memory and thinking problems. About 500 people aged 60 and older will use an iPad to complete symbol matching and voice tasks. The goal is to make cognitive screening easie…

This pilot study looks at how stress from your surroundings affects daily blood sugar changes in 30 Hispanic adults whose parent has type 2 diabetes. The goal is to create a program using continuous glucose monitors to lower diabetes risk and inform health policies. The study is …

This study tests whether coaching mothers on feeding and sleep habits can prevent obesity in Latino infants. About 256 mothers and their newborns will receive group or text-based support during the first two years. The goal is to help babies reach healthy weights and reduce futur…

This study looks at whether a program that helps mothers and caregivers feed their babies in a more responsive way can prevent childhood obesity. About 165 mothers and their 4-5 month old babies will take part. The program focuses on improving diet quality and feeding behaviors t…

This study tests whether speech-language therapy can help 60 adults with primary progressive aphasia (PPA) — a brain disease that slowly destroys the ability to speak and understand language. Participants receive targeted therapy to improve word-finding and speech clarity, and ar…

This study aimed to see if a brain-computer interface (BCI) could improve attention in children with epilepsy who do not respond to medication. Participants would have used brain electrodes already placed for epilepsy surgery to train their attention with visual feedback. The stu…

This study tests a new way to help people with primary progressive aphasia (PPA), a condition that slowly takes away the ability to speak and understand language. Ten adults with PPA will receive speech therapy through video calls while also using a gentle brain stimulation devic…

This study tests an online speech and language therapy program for people with primary progressive aphasia (PPA), a type of dementia that slowly destroys language skills. About 21 participants and their care partners will take part in virtual therapy sessions and complete communi…

This study tests whether voice therapy can improve voice quality and quality of life for people with essential vocal tremor, a condition that causes a shaky voice. Researchers will measure changes through patient surveys, listener ratings, and voice recordings. The study involves…

This pilot study tests whether low-dose ketamine can reduce fatigue and improve thinking in people with Long COVID. Twenty adults aged 18-65 with ongoing tiredness or brain fog will receive four ketamine injections over two weeks. Researchers will track symptom changes, brain sca…

This study was designed to see if having more frequent contact with a healthcare provider (at least once a week) helps people with long-lasting muscle or joint conditions feel more satisfied and function better. It planned to compare standard care to a strategy with extra check-i…

This study looks at 44 toddlers who have a sibling with autism, putting them at higher risk for communication delays. Researchers are testing different parent-led coaching strategies to see which ones work best for improving social communication. The goal is to find the most effe…

This study looks at whether MRI or CT should be the first scan for people arriving at the emergency room with a suspected stroke. Researchers will track how often doctors stick with the assigned scan type and gather data to improve future stroke care. About 600 adults with suspec…

This study looks at whether a short, reassuring message before a clinic visit can affect how interested people are in extra care like follow-up visits, tests, or surgery for common muscle and joint issues. About 144 adults will either read the message or get usual care, then rate…

This study looks at how type 1 diabetes changes blood vessel and nerve function during rest and exercise. Researchers will compare 72 adults with and without diabetes using ultrasound and blood pressure measurements. The goal is to better understand why diabetes can harm the hear…

This study is testing a new wearable device that uses focused ultrasound to stimulate nerves in the arms and legs. Researchers want to see if it's comfortable and easy to use in 15 healthy adults aged 20-40. Participants will complete nine sessions involving cold water and pressu…

This study follows 180 pregnant women to see how changes in their weight and body fat during pregnancy relate to their baby's body fat at birth. Researchers will use MRI scans and simple measurements to track both mom and baby. The goal is to better understand how early life infl…