University Of Wisconsin, Madison
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Wisconsin, Madison, explained in plain language.
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Experimental melanoma cocktail trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tested a combination of an experimental fusion protein (hu14.18-IL2), radiation, and two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab) in people with advanced melanoma that couldn't be surgically removed. The goal was to find the safest dose and check for …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Experimental combo therapy for brain cancer shows promise in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a special type of radiation (pulse reduced dose rate) combined with the drug bevacizumab in 49 people with recurrent high-grade gliomas (brain tumors). The goal was to see if this combination could help patients live longer. Participants received radiation over …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Magic mushroom compound tested for meth addiction – but trial stopped early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, is safe and feasible for people with methamphetamine use disorder. Only 5 participants were enrolled, and the trial was terminated early, so the results are very limited. The goal was to see if psiloc…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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App for cancer depression fails to launch: trial ends after just one participant
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a smartphone app called IONA Mind could help treat depression in people who have had head and neck cancer. Participants would use the app for 6 weeks and fill out surveys. However, the trial was terminated early after enrolling only 1 person, so no mean…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Tiny study on nerve surgery for amputees halted early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to measure how targeted muscle reinnervation (TMR) surgery affects quality of life and function in people who have had a major limb amputation. TMR was done either at the time of amputation or later. Only 2 people took part before the study was stopped early, so …
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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5-Minute wellness program for caregivers shows promise, study cut short
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a program called 5Minutes4Myself, designed to help caregivers of autistic children (ages 8-21) manage stress and improve their well-being. Participants worked with a coach to create a personalized wellness plan and used a phone app with reminders and mindfulness…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New tech aims to make emergency brain drains safer and more accurate
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether using a special image-guidance system (AxiEM Stealth) helps doctors place a brain drain more accurately at the bedside compared to the usual freehand method. The drain is needed to relieve pressure in the brain. The study included 31 adults who needed th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC