Epigenetics education: will a video boost public understanding?

NCT ID NCT07020234

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This completed study surveyed over 2000 healthy adults from different racial and ethnic groups to see if watching an educational video about epigenetics improves their knowledge and acceptance of using this science in medicine. Participants watched either an epigenetics video or a nanotechnology video (for comparison) and then answered questions. The goal is to find better ways to explain how things like pollution and exercise can turn genes on or off.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this could help doctors communicate better about how environment and lifestyle affect genes, potentially leading to more personalized health advice.
What could go wrong: This is a survey study, not a treatment trial. It measures opinions and knowledge, not health outcomes, so it won't directly change medical care.

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Conditions

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Behavior

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HEALTHY

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Locations

Washington University School of Medicine

St Louis, Missouri, 63110, United States

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