Wayne State University
Clinical trials sponsored by Wayne State University, explained in plain language.
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New program helps young people with diabetes gain control
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a program to help teens and young adults (ages 16-25) with type 1 diabetes better manage their blood sugar. The program focused on supporting their independence and self-care. 113 participants took part to see if this approach could improve their long-term healt…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can better sleep habits beat daytime drowsiness? new study tests two approaches
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at 558 adults with mild to moderate sleep apnea who also don't get enough sleep. Researchers compared two programs: one focused on improving use of a PAP machine, and another on sleep education. The goal was to see which works better for reducing daytime sleepin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Talking to your future self on video may curb heavy drinking
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether having heavy drinkers create a short video talking to their future self about why they want to drink less can help them reduce alcohol use. 120 heavy drinkers were split into three groups: some got no help, some got a standard counseling session, and som…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Can training and policy changes curb stigma in HIV clinics?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study worked with 51 healthcare professionals at primary care clinics to find ways to reduce stigma toward people who use drugs, especially in HIV prevention and care. The researchers tested a program that combined education for staff and changes to clinic policies. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Can changing clinic policies and training doctors reduce stigma around addiction?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether combining a policy change with professional training can reduce stigma toward substance use in mental health clinics. Twelve providers from two sites participated. The goal was to see if the combined approach improves how often substance use is addressed…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Cannabinoid study reveals how the brain handles fear in PTSD
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a single dose of dronabinol (a synthetic cannabinoid) affects fear-related brain activity in people with PTSD, trauma-exposed individuals without PTSD, and healthy controls. Using brain scans, researchers measured how the drug influences fear extinction c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC