500 obese adults donate samples to unlock secrets of weight loss
NCT ID NCT05874726
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study collects blood, urine, and tissue samples from 500 obese adults to help researchers understand why people gain weight, lose weight, or regain weight after treatment. Participants must be over 18 with a BMI of 30 or higher. The samples will be stored for up to 10 years and used to study obesity, diabetes, and related conditions.
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 identify biomarkers that predict who will respond best to weight-loss treatments, leading to more personalized care.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational sample-collection study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly benefit participants and may not yield actionable findings for years.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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