Uppsala University
Clinical trials sponsored by Uppsala University, explained in plain language.
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New combo therapy aims to hit MS early and hard
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving two strong medications one after the other—rituximab then cladribine—is safe and works well for people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS). Sixty adults aged 18 to 50 with active MS within the last year will receive the treatment and b…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Uppsala University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New study tests if keyhole spine surgery can beat traditional scoliosis operation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of back surgery for teens and young adults with scoliosis (a curved spine). One is the standard open surgery, and the other is a newer, minimally invasive approach that uses smaller cuts and advanced imaging. The goal is to see if the less invasive m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Uppsala University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Dental checkups every 3 months may save cancer Survivors' teeth and smiles
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether extra dental care every three months for three years can prevent or reduce late side effects like dry mouth, cavities, and jaw stiffness in head and neck cancer survivors. 300 adults who completed radiation or chemoradiation will either get this extra sup…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Uppsala University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:26 UTC
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New study aims to help women bounce back after abuse
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program called EMBER-IPV, designed to help women use their inner strengths to recover after intimate partner violence. About 150 women who experienced abuse in the past two years will fill out questionnaires before, during, and after the program to track change…
Sponsor: Uppsala University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can online therapy beat burnout? new study tests three approaches
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares three online treatments for people with clinical burnout who are on sick leave or struggling at work. 210 adults in Sweden will receive either acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), a recuperation-focused program, or ACT plus extra work support. The goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Uppsala University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New study tests EMBER program to boost resilience in IPV survivors
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program called EMBER designed to help women who have experienced intimate partner violence build resilience and improve their well-being. Eight women will take part in the program and answer weekly questionnaires about their resilience and health. Researchers w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Uppsala University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Massive DNA hunt aims to predict who gets critically ill
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will collect blood samples from 25,000 adult ICU patients in Sweden to look for genetic variants linked to severe illness from infections, sepsis, or organ failure. Participants also give samples 3-6 months after leaving the hospital. The goal is to build…
Sponsor: Uppsala University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can skin sensors read a Newborn's pain?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a skin monitor can reliably measure pain in newborns after surgery. Since babies can't tell us they're in pain, doctors currently use checklists and vital signs. The monitor tracks skin conductance, a sign of stress. Researchers will compare it to stan…
Sponsor: Uppsala University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Can a stress course and parenting class boost Kids' mental health in a refugee camp?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis trial in a Tanzanian refugee camp will test two programs for caregivers: a stress management course (Self Help Plus) and a parenting class (ICC-P). Researchers want to see if these programs improve children's emotional and behavioral health. About 324 families with children …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Uppsala University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC