Washington State University
Clinical trials sponsored by Washington State University, explained in plain language.
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Zapping the brain to fight addiction: new study tests magnetic therapy
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique, called Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), can help people with opioid or alcohol addiction. It will see if adding TMS to standard rehab therapy helps people stay engaged in treatment, reduces cravings…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Washington State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Lab study probes why night shifts and lost sleep raise diabetes risk
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand how not getting enough sleep and working night shifts can make the body less responsive to insulin, a key factor in developing type 2 diabetes. Researchers will bring healthy men and women into a sleep lab to test different sleep schedules and measur…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Washington State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 00:27 UTC
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Scientists test how getting high changes your brain under stress
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand how a moderate dose of THC (the main active ingredient in cannabis) affects a person's mood, stress response, and thinking skills. Researchers will recruit 90 adults who use cannabis at least weekly. Each participant will attend two lab sessions—one …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Washington State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC