University Of Virginia

This study tested if a smart continuous glucose monitor (CGM) system could better manage type 1 diabetes than standard sensor-augmented therapy. Researchers wanted to see if customizing the system's advice based on a person's psychological and behavioral traits could improve bloo…

This study compared two different treatments to help control serious bleeding in babies under 2 years old after heart surgery. Researchers tested a purified protein powder (fibrinogen concentrate) against a standard blood product (cryoprecipitate) to see which one was better at h…

This small study tested if a smartphone app could simplify mealtime insulin dosing for adults with type 1 diabetes. Instead of counting carbs, participants used the app to estimate meals. The goal was to see if this simpler method could help control blood sugar levels as well as …

This study tested whether a web and text-message program called iSIPsmarter could help adults in rural Appalachia cut back on sugary drinks like soda and sweet tea. Researchers compared it to a basic educational website. The goal was to see if the interactive program was better a…

This study tested a lifestyle program designed to help women who have finished treatment for endometrial cancer. The program used online lessons and weekly group meetings to encourage healthier eating, more exercise, and better mental well-being. Researchers wanted to see if this…

This small, completed study tested if a new method for adjusting daily insulin doses works better than the standard method. It compared using data from a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) sensor to using traditional fingerstick checks. The goal was to see if the CGM method helped …

This study tested whether a medication called topiramate could help people who struggle with both alcohol dependence and smoking. Over 200 participants received either the medication or a placebo, along with counseling, and were followed to see if they could reduce heavy drinking…

This small pilot study tested if using an automated insulin pump for just 10 days could safely and quickly help find the right daily insulin dose for adults with type 2 diabetes. Researchers compared blood sugar control in 23 participants who either used the pump or followed stan…

This study aimed to see if an automated insulin delivery system (an 'artificial pancreas') helps teenagers with type 1 diabetes better manage their blood sugar levels over two years, especially during puberty. It involved 42 adolescents, comparing those using the automated system…

This study tested whether a new smartphone app could accurately measure gaze stability and balance function in adults with inner ear disorders. Researchers compared the app's measurements to those from a standard, expensive clinic machine. The goal is to create a low-cost, access…

This study tested whether a publicly available mobile app (IntelliCare) could help reduce depression and anxiety in breast cancer survivors. It involved 313 women diagnosed within the past five years who reported elevated symptoms. The research also explored if adding human coach…

This small study explored whether a drug called donepezil (Aricept) could help improve walking and balance in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers tested five participants to see if the drug's effect was linked to the size of a specific brain area involved in movement. Th…

This study aimed to understand if a hiatal hernia, where part of the stomach pushes into the chest, might cause very early lung injury before any lung disease is diagnosed. Researchers compared 14 adults with a hiatal hernia to those without, looking for signs of stomach fluid in…

This small study aimed to understand how stiff muscle tissue feels by filming skin movement during massage. Researchers applied washable ink to participants' backs and used cameras to record how the skin stretched when a physical therapist performed assessments and massage. The g…

This study aimed to measure how air flows through the lungs of healthy people and those with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Researchers used a special MRI scan with inhaled helium gas to create detailed airflow maps. The data helps validate computer models that pre…

This was a pilot study to see if it's possible to build a computer warning system for two serious conditions in very small premature babies: sepsis (a bloodstream infection) and necrotizing enterocolitis (a severe intestinal disease). Researchers reviewed past medical records fro…

This study aimed to understand how different workout intensities affect a hormone called ghrelin, which controls hunger and metabolism. Researchers compared high and low-intensity exercise in 40 lean and obese adults, some with prediabetes, to see how it changed hormone levels, a…