Inborn errors of metabolism
MONDO:0019052An inherited disorder resulting from an enzyme defect in biochemical and metabolic pathways affecting proteins, fats, carbohydrates metabolism or organelle function.
Also known as: congenital metabolic disorder, congenital metabolism disorder, hereditary metabolic disease, inborn disorders of metabolism, inborn error of metabolism, inborn errors of metabolism, inborn metabolic disorder, inherited disorder of metabolism
2228 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 48 tagged with Inborn errors of metabolism itself.
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Inherited lipid metabolism disorder 201 trials · 644 incl. sub-types
29 sub-types
- Lysosomal lipid storage disorder 2 trials · 192 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Familial hyperlipidemia 8 trials · 130 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Syndromic dyslipidemia 0 trials · 73 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Sterol metabolism disorder 0 trials · 60 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Steroid inherited metabolic disorder 0 trials · 39 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inherited fatty acid metabolism disorder 7 trials · 21 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of phospholipids, sphingolipids and fatty acids biosynthesis 0 trials · 15 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Hypolipoproteinemia 2 trials · 7 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Glucocorticoid resistance 3 trials
- Mitochondrial trifunctional protein deficiency 3 trials Sub-types →
- Vitamin D hydroxylation-deficient rickets, type 1B 3 trials
- 46,XY disorder of sex development due to 5-alpha-reductase 2 deficiency 2 trials
- CYP7B1-related disorder of oxysterol accumulation 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of plasmalogens biosynthesis 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of sphingolipid biosynthesis 1 trial
- Inborn disorder of ketolysis 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Corticosterone methyloxidase type 1 deficiency 0 trials
- Cortisone reductase deficiency 0 trials Sub-types →
- Developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 55 0 trials
- Developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 77 0 trials
- Developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 80 0 trials
- Glycosylphosphatidylinositol biosynthesis defect 15 0 trials
- Glycosylphosphatidylinositol biosynthesis defect 16 0 trials
- Glycosylphosphatidylinositol biosynthesis defect 17 0 trials
- Glycosylphosphatidylinositol biosynthesis defect 18 0 trials
- Inborn disorder of glycosphingolipid and glycosylphosphatidylinositol anchor glycosylation 0 trials Sub-types →
- Lipoid proteinosis 0 trials
- Neurodevelopmental disorder with hypotonia and cerebellar atrophy, with or without seizures 0 trials
- Pancreatic triacylglycerol lipase deficiency 0 trials Sub-types →
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Inborn carbohydrate metabolic disorder 3 trials · 369 incl. sub-types
18 sub-types
- Disorder of carbohydrate transmembrane transport and absorption 0 trials · 162 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of glycogen metabolism 15 trials · 69 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Mucopolysaccharidosis 14 trials · 61 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of glycolysis 1 trial · 27 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Primary hyperoxaluria 13 trials · 17 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Hyperinsulinemic hypoglycemia 2 trials · 14 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Oligosaccharidosis 0 trials · 11 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Lactose intolerance 9 trials · 10 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- G6PD deficiency 6 trials Sub-types →
- GLUT1 deficiency syndrome 4 trials · 5 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of galactose metabolism 0 trials · 5 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of galactose and fructose metabolism 0 trials · 4 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Pyruvate dehydrogenase deficiency 2 trials · 4 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Multiple carboxylase deficiency 0 trials · 3 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Congenital disorder of deglycosylation 1 2 trials
- Disorder of fructose metabolism 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of gluconeogenesis 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorders of pentose/polyol metabolism 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Abdominal obesity-metabolic syndrome 301 trials · 357 incl. sub-types
5 sub-types
- Metabolic syndrome X 338 trials
- LIPE-related familial partial lipodystrophy 0 trials
- Abdominal obesity-metabolic syndrome 3 0 trials
- Abdominal obesity-metabolic syndrome 4 0 trials
- Abdominal obesity-metabolic syndrome quantitative trait locus 2 0 trials
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Lysosomal storage disease 37 trials · 302 incl. sub-types
11 sub-types
- Lysosomal lipid storage disorder 2 trials · 192 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Mucopolysaccharidosis 14 trials · 61 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Lysosomal glycogen storage disease 0 trials · 45 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inborn disorder of lysosomal amino acid transport 0 trials · 15 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Glycoproteinosis 0 trials · 14 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Late infantile neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis 1 trial · 5 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of sialic acid metabolism 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Glycoprotein storage disease 0 trials
- Hereditary spastic paraplegia 48 0 trials
- Lysosomal acid phosphatase deficiency 0 trials
- Pycnodysostosis 0 trials
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Inborn disorder of energy metabolism 2 trials · 235 incl. sub-types
6 sub-types
- Inborn mitochondrial metabolism disorder 59 trials · 127 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of glycogen metabolism 15 trials · 69 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Pyruvate metabolism disorder 0 trials · 31 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of fatty acid and ketone body metabolism 3 trials · 19 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Cerebral creatine deficiency syndrome 0 trials · 6 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Tricarboxylic acid cycle disorder 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Inborn disorder of amino acid and other organic acid metabolism 0 trials · 225 incl. sub-types
13 sub-types
- Inborn disorder of amino acid metabolism 6 trials · 159 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Pyruvate metabolism disorder 0 trials · 31 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inherited fatty acid metabolism disorder 7 trials · 21 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of melanin metabolism 0 trials · 15 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inborn disorder of bile acid synthesis 2 trials · 12 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inborn disorder of methionine cycle and sulfur amino acid metabolism 0 trials · 11 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inborn disorder of ornithine or proline metabolism 0 trials · 4 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inborn error of biotin metabolism 0 trials · 3 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inborn disorder of serine family metabolism 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inborn disorder of the gamma-glutamyl cycle 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of beta and omega amino acid metabolism 0 trials Sub-types →
- Disorder of glutamine metabolism 0 trials Sub-types →
- Inborn disorder of lysine and hydroxylysine metabolism 0 trials Sub-types →
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Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia 136 trials
2 sub-types
- Macroglobulinemia, Waldenstrom, 1 2 trials
- Macroglobulinemia, Waldenstrom, 2 0 trials
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DNA repair disease 13 trials · 105 incl. sub-types
16 sub-types
- Fanconi anemia 29 trials · 42 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Mismatch repair cancer syndrome 5 trials · 36 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Cockayne syndrome 6 trials Sub-types →
- Xeroderma pigmentosum 4 trials · 6 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Severe combined immunodeficiency due to DCLRE1C deficiency 3 trials
- Karyomegalic interstitial nephritis 2 trials
- Spinocerebellar ataxia, autosomal recessive, with axonal neuropathy 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- COFS syndrome 1 trial Sub-types →
- Nijmegen breakage syndrome 1 trial
- Nijmegen breakage syndrome-like disorder 0 trials
- UV-sensitive syndrome 0 trials Sub-types →
- Ataxia and polyneuropathy, adult-onset 0 trials
- Ataxia, early-onset, with oculomotor apraxia and hypoalbuminemia 0 trials
- Ataxia-telangiectasia-like disorder 1 0 trials
- Ataxia-telangiectasia-like disorder 2 0 trials
- Photosensitive trichothiodystrophy 0 trials Sub-types →
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Hereditary amyloidosis 19 trials · 79 incl. sub-types
9 sub-types
- Familial amyloid neuropathy 52 trials · 54 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Cerebral amyloid angiopathy 16 trials · 17 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- APP-related brain and vascular amyloidosis 0 trials · 5 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Familial primary localized cutaneous amyloidosis 1 trial Sub-types →
- Finnish type amyloidosis 0 trials
- ITM2B amyloidosis 0 trials Sub-types →
- Familial visceral amyloidosis 0 trials Sub-types →
- Pulmonary amyloidosis 0 trials
- Variant ABeta2M amyloidosis 0 trials
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Inborn disorder of porphyrin metabolism 0 trials · 63 incl. sub-types
4 sub-types
- Inborn disorder of bilirubin metabolism 0 trials · 39 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inherited porphyria 0 trials · 24 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- X-linked sideroblastic anemia 1 0 trials
- Heme oxygenase 1 deficiency 0 trials
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Mucopolysaccharidosis or mucopolysaccharidosis-like disorder 0 trials · 61 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Mucopolysaccharidosis 14 trials · 61 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Mucopolysaccharidosis-plus syndrome 0 trials
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Inborn metal metabolism disorder 1 trial · 60 incl. sub-types
9 sub-types
- Wilson disease 31 trials
- Pseudohypoparathyroidism 8 trials · 9 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Hereditary hemochromatosis 8 trials Sub-types →
- Menkes disease 5 trials
- Familial primary hypomagnesemia 5 trials Sub-types →
- Acrodermatitis enteropathica 2 trials
- Atransferrinemia 1 trial
- Familial periodic paralysis 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Sulfite oxidase deficiency due to molybdenum cofactor deficiency 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Disorder of metabolite absorption and transport 0 trials · 59 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Disorder of mineral absorption and transport 0 trials · 50 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of vitamin and non-protein cofactor absorption and transport 0 trials · 10 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Maternal riboflavin deficiency 0 trials
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Inborn disorder of purine or pyrimidine metabolism 1 trial · 50 incl. sub-types
4 sub-types
- Disorder of glycolysis 1 trial · 27 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inborn disorder of purine metabolism 0 trials · 14 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inborn disorder of pyrimidine metabolism 0 trials · 11 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Phosphoribosylpyrophosphate synthetase deficiency 0 trials
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Plasma protein metabolism disease 0 trials · 47 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Alpha 1-antitrypsin deficiency 44 trials
- Monoclonal paraproteinemia disease 2 trials
- Polyclonal hypergammaglobulinemia 1 trial
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Peroxisomal disease 2 trials · 38 incl. sub-types
4 sub-types
- Peroxisomal single enzyme/protein defect 0 trials · 35 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Peroxisome biogenesis disorder 4 trials · 8 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- CADDS 0 trials
- Disorder of defective peroxisomal and mitochondrial fission 0 trials Sub-types →
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Congenital disorder of glycosylation 7 trials · 36 incl. sub-types
25 sub-types
- Disorder of protein O-glycosylation 0 trials · 13 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of multiple glycosylation 0 trials · 9 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Congenital disorder of glycosylation type I 0 trials · 7 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of protein N-glycosylation 0 trials · 7 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Congenital disorder of glycosylation type II 0 trials · 3 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Autosomal recessive limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2P 1 trial
- A4GALT-congenital disorder of glycosylation 0 trials
- ALG10-congenital disorder of glycosylation 0 trials
- ALG14-congenital disorder of glycosylation 0 trials Sub-types →
- B3GALT6-congenital disorder of glycosylation 0 trials Sub-types →
- Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, musculocontractural type 0 trials Sub-types →
- FAM20B-congenital disorder of glycosylation 0 trials
- Larsen-like syndrome, B3GAT3 type 0 trials
- SLC10A7-congenital disorder of glycosylation 0 trials
- XYLT1-congenital disorder of glycosylation 0 trials
- Congenital disorder of glycosylation syndrome type 4 0 trials
- Congenital disorder of glycosylation with defective fucosylation 0 trials Sub-types →
- Congenital disorder of glycosylation, type 1DD 0 trials
- Congenital disorder of glycosylation, type Ibb 0 trials
- Congenital disorder of glycosylation, type Iw, autosomal dominant 0 trials
- Congenital muscular dystrophy with intellectual disability 0 trials
- Inborn disorder of glycosphingolipid and glycosylphosphatidylinositol anchor glycosylation 0 trials Sub-types →
- Progressive myoclonic epilepsy type 3 0 trials
- Seizures-scoliosis-macrocephaly syndrome 0 trials
- Temtamy preaxial brachydactyly syndrome 0 trials
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Monogenic diabetes 9 trials · 24 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Maturity-onset diabetes of the young 8 trials · 13 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Neonatal diabetes mellitus 3 trials · 6 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Glycoprotein metabolism disease 1 trial · 23 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Disorder of protein O-glycosylation 0 trials · 13 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of protein N-glycosylation 0 trials · 7 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Congenital disorder of deglycosylation 1 2 trials
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Hereditary lipodystrophy 2 trials · 17 incl. sub-types
11 sub-types
- Familial partial lipodystrophy 13 trials · 14 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Congenital generalized lipodystrophy 2 trials · 3 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Berardinelli-Seip congenital lipodystrophy 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Keppen-Lubinsky syndrome 0 trials
- SHORT syndrome 0 trials
- Wiedemann-Rautenstrauch syndrome 0 trials
- Lipoatrophy with diabetes, leukomelanodermic papules, liver steatosis, and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy 0 trials
- Lipodystrophy due to peptidic growth factors deficiency 0 trials
- Lipodystrophy-intellectual disability-deafness syndrome 0 trials
- Mandibuloacral dysplasia 0 trials Sub-types →
- Severe neurodegenerative syndrome with lipodystrophy 0 trials
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Familial intrahepatic cholestasis 1 trial · 17 incl. sub-types
4 sub-types
- Progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis 16 trials · 17 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Benign recurrent intrahepatic cholestasis 2 trials · 5 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Cholestasis, intrahepatic, of pregnancy, 1 0 trials
- Cholestasis, intrahepatic, of pregnancy, 3 0 trials
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Disorder of lysosomal-related organelles 0 trials · 17 incl. sub-types
5 sub-types
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Hypophosphatasia 13 trials
8 sub-types
- ALPL-related autosomal dominant hypophosphatasia 0 trials Sub-types →
- ALPL-related autosomal recessive hypophosphatasia 0 trials Sub-types →
- Adult hypophosphatasia 0 trials
- Childhood hypophosphatasia 0 trials
- Infantile hypophosphatasia 0 trials
- Moderate hypophosphatasia 0 trials
- Odontohypophosphatasia 0 trials
- Prenatal benign hypophosphatasia 0 trials
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Familial hypoparathyroidism 0 trials · 10 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Autosomal dominant hypocalcemia 9 trials · 10 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Hypoparathyroidism, familial isolated 1 0 trials Sub-types →
- Hypoparathyroidism, familial isolated, 2 0 trials
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Inborn disorder of biogenic amine metabolism and transport 0 trials · 10 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Inborn disorder of neurotransmitter metabolism and transport 0 trials · 4 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inborn disorder of pyridoxine metabolism 0 trials · 4 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Metabolic disease involving other neurotransmitter deficiency 0 trials · 3 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Neurodegeneration with brain iron accumulation 1 trial · 8 incl. sub-types
14 sub-types
- Neurodegeneration with brain iron accumulation 5 4 trials
- Pantothenate kinase-associated neurodegeneration 4 trials Sub-types →
- PLA2G6-associated neurodegeneration 1 trial Sub-types →
- Kufor-Rakeb syndrome 0 trials Sub-types →
- Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome 0 trials
- Aceruloplasminemia 0 trials
- Early-onset progressive encephalopathy-spastic ataxia-distal spinal muscular atrophy syndrome 0 trials
- Fatty acid hydroxylase-associated neurodegeneration 0 trials
- Neurodegeneration with brain iron accumulation 4 0 trials
- Neurodegeneration with brain iron accumulation 6 0 trials
- Neurodegeneration with brain iron accumulation 7 0 trials
- Neurodegeneration with brain iron accumulation 8 0 trials
- Neurodegeneration with brain iron accumulation 9 0 trials
- Neuroferritinopathy 0 trials
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Inherited thyroid metabolism disease 0 trials · 8 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Familial thyroid dyshormonogenesis 1 trial · 4 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Thyroid hormone resistance syndrome 3 trials · 4 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Inborn vitamin metabolic disorder 0 trials · 7 incl. sub-types
5 sub-types
- Disorders of vitamin D metabolism 0 trials · 3 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inborn disorder of cobalamin metabolism and transport 1 trial · 3 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Cerebral folate deficiency 1 trial
- Familial isolated deficiency of vitamin E 1 trial
- Neurodegenerative syndrome due to cerebral folate transport deficiency 1 trial
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Inborn aminoacylase deficiency 0 trials · 6 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Canavan disease 6 trials Sub-types →
- Aminoacylase 1 deficiency 0 trials
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Disorder of peptide and amine metabolism 0 trials · 4 incl. sub-types
4 sub-types
- Disorder of methylamine metabolism 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Disorder of polyamine metabolism 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inherited glutathione metabolism disease 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Inborn disorder of peptide metabolism 0 trials Sub-types →
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Diastrophic dysplasia 2 trials
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Hypercalcemia, infantile 2 trials
2 sub-types
- Hypercalcemia, infantile, 1 0 trials
- Hypercalcemia, infantile, 2 0 trials
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Hypoalphalipoproteinemia, primary, 1 2 trials
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Congenital disorder of deglycosylation 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
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Fish eye disease 1 trial
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2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- D,L-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria 1 trial
- D-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria 0 trials Sub-types →
- L-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria 0 trials
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Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
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Hereditary recurrent myoglobinuria 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
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Thiopurine metabolic disease 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types
1 sub-type
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4-hydroxyphenylacetic aciduria 0 trials
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5-nucleotidase syndrome 0 trials
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APO A-i deficiency 0 trials
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3 sub-types
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Lane Hamilton syndrome 0 trials
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NAD(P)HX dehydratase deficiency 0 trials
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3 sub-types
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Achondrogenesis type IB 0 trials
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Apolipoprotein c-III deficiency 0 trials
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Aromatase excess syndrome 0 trials
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Atelosteogenesis type II 0 trials
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Autosomal dominant myoglobinuria 0 trials
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Chondrocalcinosis 2 0 trials
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Defective apolipoprotein b-100 0 trials
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Ferro-cerebro-cutaneous syndrome 0 trials
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Gluthathione peroxidase deficiency 0 trials
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Hypercholesterolemia, familial, 4 0 trials
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Hypermanganesemia with dystonia 0 trials
2 sub-types
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Hypertriglyceridemia 1 0 trials
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Hypertriglyceridemia 2 0 trials
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Hypoalphalipoproteinemia, primary, 2 0 trials
1 sub-type
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2 sub-types
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Inborn glycerol kinase deficiency 0 trials
3 sub-types
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Inherited threoninemia 0 trials
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Multiple epiphyseal dysplasia type 4 0 trials
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Striatonigral degeneration 0 trials
3 sub-types
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Uridine-cytidineuria 0 trials
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Weinstein kliman scully syndrome 0 trials
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Can a single infusion rewrite the genetic code behind wilson disease?
Cure Recruiting nowThis trial tests an experimental therapy called PM577a, which uses prime editing to correct a common genetic mutation that causes Wilson disease. The treatment is given as a single intravenous infusion and aims to restore the liver's ability to remove excess copper. The study inc…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Prime Medicine, Inc. • Aim: Cure
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single infusion fix a genetic cause of Sky-High cholesterol?
Cure Recruiting nowThis early trial tests a gene therapy called NGGT006 in people with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, a rare inherited condition causing extremely high LDL cholesterol and early heart disease. The therapy uses a harmless virus to deliver a working copy of the LDL receptor…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital Xi'an Jiaotong University • Aim: Cure
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene therapy offers hope for babies with 'Bubble Boy' disease
Cure Recruiting nowThis study tests a new gene therapy for children with a severe immune disorder called Artemis-SCID, where the body cannot fight infections. Doctors take the child's own blood stem cells, fix the faulty gene in a lab, and put the corrected cells back. The goal is to rebuild a work…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Cure
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Watch and wait: could immunotherapy let some GI cancer patients avoid surgery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at people with early-stage gastrointestinal cancers that have a mismatch repair deficiency, a feature that can make tumors respond well to immunotherapy. Part A is a registry that tracks all such patients, whether they have surgery or immunotherapy. Part B follow…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill hopes to slow rare brain disease in kids
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an oral drug called nizubaglustat in children and teens aged 4 and older with Niemann-Pick type C disease, a rare genetic disorder that affects movement and thinking. Participants will take the drug or a placebo for 18 months to see if it slows the disease and im…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Azafaros B.V. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tests Long-Term safety of Cholesterol-Lowering injection for kids
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at the long-term safety of inclisiran, a cholesterol-lowering injection, in children with a genetic condition that causes very high cholesterol. About 195 kids who completed earlier inclisiran studies will receive the drug for an extended period. Researchers will…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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CRISPR therapy takes aim at stubborn high cholesterol in first human trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new CRISPR-based treatment called CTX310 for people with severe cholesterol and triglyceride problems that don't improve with standard therapies. The treatment uses a tiny fat bubble to deliver gene-editing tools that turn off a gene linked to high …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: CRISPR Therapeutics AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Gene-Silencing drug tame a rare heart disease?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests an investigational medicine called ATR 1072 in adults with PRKAG2 syndrome, a genetic condition that causes abnormal heart muscle thickening and rhythm problems. The drug is designed to reduce the activity of the faulty PRKAG2 gene. Researchers are evaluating its…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Atrium Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot aims to help kids with rare heart-muscle disease move easier
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a daily injection called elamipretide in 48 people with genetically confirmed Barth syndrome, a rare condition that causes muscle weakness and heart problems. Participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 72 weeks. The main goal is to see if the drug…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Stealth BioTherapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut check: probiotic may sharpen memory and tame blood sugar in prediabetes
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking a daily probiotic (Lab4P) for 12 weeks can improve memory, thinking speed, and blood sugar control in overweight adults aged 18-40 with prediabetes (mildly high blood sugar). Seventy participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the prob…
Sponsor: Leeds Beckett University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple-Drug cholesterol attack aims to strike within 72 hours of a heart attack
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether adding bempedoic acid to high-intensity statin and ezetimibe therapy within 72 hours after a heart procedure helps adults with acute coronary syndrome reach very low LDL cholesterol. Participants receive either the three-drug combination or the sta…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Taipei Medical University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can weekly Finger-Prick tests improve PKU control?
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether measuring phenylalanine at home once a week, rather than once a month, helps adults with classic phenylketonuria keep their levels in a healthier range. The trial enrolls 36 adults aged 18 to 65 who follow a low-protein diet and use special amino a…
Sponsor: Michał Kania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which drug first? trial tests sequence of carboplatin and olaparib in aggressive prostate cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are comparing two sequences of treatment for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer that carries certain DNA repair gene mutations. Participants receive either carboplatin first and olaparib second, or olaparib first and carboplatin second, switching after th…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Two drugs aim to restore energy factories in rare muscle disease
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing a combination of two drugs, doxecitine and doxribtimine, in adults with thymidine kinase 2 (TK2) deficiency, a rare genetic condition that causes muscle weakness and breathing problems. The study will enroll about 15 adults with moderate to severe disease.…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Cristina Domínguez González • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One pill to tackle three heart risks: could a polypill cut cardiovascular disease?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a single daily pill that combines treatments for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes can lower the risk of heart disease and dementia. The study involves over 8,000 adults aged 50 to 75 in China who have all three conditions. Partic…
Sponsor: China Medical University, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to ease fatigue in rare mitochondrial disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is for people who completed a previous trial of KL1333 (napazimone) for primary mitochondrial disease. It will test the drug's long-term safety and whether it helps with fatigue and daily activities. About 140 participants will take the pill twice daily for an extended…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Pharming Technologies B.V. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill hopes to tame rare childhood brain diseases
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests an oral drug called nizubaglustat (AZ-3102) in people aged 4 and older with Niemann-Pick type C disease, GM1 gangliosidosis, or GM2 gangliosidosis. The study lasts 18 months and compares the drug to a placebo to see if it is safe and can slow disease prog…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Azafaros B.V. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for toddlers with rare hormone disorder?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called crinecerfont in 20 children aged 3 months to 4 years with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH). The goal is to see if the drug is safe and tolerable. Participants must already be on stable hydrocortisone treatment. The study is not yet recru…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Neurocrine Switzerland GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill could ease iron overload for thousands with genetic disorder
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called vamifeport in 84 adults with HFE-related hereditary hemochromatosis, a genetic condition causing iron buildup. The drug aims to reduce liver iron levels, potentially offering an alternative to regular blood removal. Participant…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: CSL Behring • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets tough cancers with genetic flaw
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental oral drug, GSK5460025, alone or with other cancer drugs, in adults whose solid tumors have specific genetic changes (dMMR or MSI-H). The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors and to check its safety. About 47 people with advanced cancers th…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to outperform standard drugs for rare blood cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial is testing whether a combination of venetoclax and rituximab works better than current standard treatments (ibrutinib plus rituximab or zanubrutinib alone) for people with previously untreated Waldenstrom's macroglobulinemia, a rare type of blood cancer. The s…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a cancer drug rescue kidneys harmed by rogue antibodies?
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether the drug daratumumab can treat kidney diseases caused by monoclonal gammopathy of renal significance (MGRS), a group of conditions where abnormal antibody proteins damage the kidneys. The trial enrolls 30 adults with biopsy-confirmed MGRS. Particip…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Helsinki University Central Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cystinosis drug under Long-Term watch: could cysteamine be key?
Disease control Recruiting nowCystinosis is a rare inherited disease that causes kidney failure and poor growth due to cystine buildup in cells. This study follows 330 patients taking cysteamine, a drug that lowers cystine levels, to track long-term effects, detect new complications, and support genetic resea…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill takes on brain tumors and metastases in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an oral drug called NEO212 in people with specific brain tumors (astrocytoma, glioblastoma) or cancers that have spread to the brain. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if it helps control tumor growth. About 134 adults will take NEO212 alone or with sta…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Neonc Technologies, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Once-Daily form of tacrolimus spare liver transplant patients from side effects?
Disease control Recruiting nowAfter a liver transplant, patients take tacrolimus to stop their immune system from rejecting the new organ, but the drug can cause kidney problems, high blood pressure, diabetes, and other side effects. Researchers at the University of Alberta are comparing a once-daily extended…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A reversible gut sleeve could offer a new way to treat obesity
Disease control Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests a temporary, flexible tube called a duodenal-jejunal bypass sleeve. It is placed in the upper intestine using an endoscope and left for 3 months to help with weight loss and improve metabolic syndrome. The study involves 20 adults with obesity or excess wei…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot every 6 months could slow rare nerve disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests a new drug called nucresiran in 125 people with a rare inherited condition that damages nerves (hATTR-PN). The drug is given as a shot under the skin every 6 months and aims to slow nerve damage and improve quality of life. Researchers will compare it to …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Alnylam Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Electric zaps to the gut could tame diabetes and fatty liver
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a procedure called pulsENDO that uses mild electric pulses to regenerate the lining of the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). The goal is to improve blood sugar control and reduce fat buildup in the liver for people with type 2 diabetes and fatty l…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple injection dissolve painful calcium lumps in rare diseases?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether injecting sodium thiosulfate directly into abnormal calcium deposits can shrink them and reduce pain. It includes people with three rare conditions: systemic sclerosis, dermatomyositis, and a genetic disorder called iPPSD2. Participants receive up to 11 i…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A pill that could let people with rare sunlight disorder step outside without pain
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing an oral drug called PORT-77 in people with erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP) and X-linked protoporphyria (XLP), rare conditions that cause severe pain after sunlight exposure. The trial enrolls about 225 adults and adolescents aged 12 and older. It compa…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Portal Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets rosacea inflammation at its source
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an oral medication called remibrutinib for adults with moderate-to-severe papulopustular rosacea, a skin condition causing red bumps and pustules on the face. The drug works by blocking a protein involved in inflammation. Researchers will measure whether it reduc…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New daily pill could help kids with inherited high cholesterol
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a daily pill called enlicitide decanoate in 153 children and teens with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), a genetic condition causing very high cholesterol. The goal is to see if the drug safely lowers LDL cholesterol more than a placebo. Researc…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill hopes to tackle tough lymphoma
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called LP-168, taken as a pill, in adults with B-cell lymphoma that has come back or not responded to standard treatments. The study aims to find the safest dose and check for side effects in about 200 participants. It is too…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Guangzhou Lupeng Pharmaceutical Company LTD. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental gene therapy offers hope for fatal nerve disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a gene therapy for GM1 gangliosidosis, a fatal disorder that destroys nerve cells. The therapy uses a harmless virus to deliver a working gene, helping the body produce a missing enzyme. Up to 54 children with Type I (ages 6-12 months) or Type II (ages 1-12 years…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug could help rare fat disorder patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called mibavademab for people with generalized lipodystrophy, a rare condition where the body lacks fat tissue. The goal is to see if the drug can improve blood sugar, lower blood fats, and reduce liver fat. About 28 children and adults will take part …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to wipe out cancer protein in Tough-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new oral drug, BGB-16673, designed to destroy a protein called BTK that helps certain blood cancers grow. The trial includes about 645 people with various B-cell cancers (like lymphoma and leukemia) that have come back or not responded to prior treatments. The …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a promising NAFLD drug safely mix with other medicines? a trial seeks answers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether ECC4703, a potential new treatment for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), changes how the body processes two other drugs: sulfasalazine and pitavastatin. Healthy adults aged 18 to 65 will take these drugs alone and then with ECC4703 to meas…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eccogene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cholesterol combo pill aims to slash bad cholesterol without prior meds
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new pill that combines two drugs (laroprovstat and rosuvastatin) to lower LDL or 'bad' cholesterol. About 600 adults with high cholesterol who have never taken cholesterol-lowering medication will receive either the combination, one of the drugs alone, or a pla…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Combining GLP-1 drugs with Weight-Loss surgery: better results or just more pills?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether people who take GLP-1 receptor agonists (like Ozempic or Wegovy) should continue them after having bariatric surgery. Researchers will compare weight loss, blood sugar control, gut health, and hunger in 150 adults who either keep taking the drug or sto…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to tame dangerous blood fats in heart patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called RBD5044 in 120 adults with mixed dyslipidemia, a condition where both cholesterol and triglycerides are high. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo twice over 12 months to see if it safely lowers triglyceride levels. The go…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Ribocure Pharmaceuticals AB • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cottonseed oil: the surprising weekly fix for your heart?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether eating cottonseed oil just three times a week can help lower cholesterol and reduce heart disease risk. Researchers will give 75 overweight or at-risk adults meal replacement shakes with different amounts of cottonseed oil for 56 days. They will measur…
Sponsor: University of Georgia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Phone-Based cholesterol coaching after heart attack shows promise
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a proactive, pharmacist-led telephone program can help people who have had a heart attack reach safer cholesterol levels. Participants receive pharmacist calls, repeat blood tests, and medication adjustments based on national guidelines. The goal is to se…
Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nanoparticles boost radiation against tough brain tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding AGuIX gadolinium-based nanoparticles to standard brain radiation can better control brain metastases that are at high risk of coming back. About 134 adults with certain cancers (like melanoma, lung, breast, or colorectal) that have spread to the br…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare kidney disease: experimental drug YOLT-203 enters phase 2 trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug, YOLT-203, in 36 children and adults with primary hyperoxaluria type 1 (PH1), a rare genetic condition that causes painful kidney stones and kidney damage. The goal is to see if a single dose can safely lower oxalate levels in urine and blood…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: YolTech Therapeutics Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Off-the-Shelf CAR t cells take on tough lymphomas and leukemias
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new type of CAR T cell therapy called Azer-cel, which is made from healthy donor cells rather than the patient's own cells. It aims to treat adults with relapsed or refractory non-Hodgkin lymphoma, B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia, and relat…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Imugene Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Twice-Yearly injection tame stubborn blood fats?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests an experimental injection called MWX203, given alone or with another drug called inclisiran, in people with mixed dyslipidemia whose blood fat levels stay high despite statin therapy. The study enrolls 216 adults in China who receive the injection under t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Minwei Biotechnology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug takes aim at Hard-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called LY4152199 in about 215 adults with certain types of blood cancer (like follicular lymphoma or diffuse large B-cell lymphoma) that have already been treated. The drug is designed to help the body's immune cells attack the cancer. The …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called AZD4956, alone or with other cancer drugs, in people with advanced or spreading solid tumors that have a specific DNA repair defect (HRR deficiency). The main goals are to check safety, find the best dose, and see if the drug can shrink tumors. …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene therapy may free gaucher patients from lifelong infusions
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests a gene therapy called FLT201 for adults with Gaucher disease type 1. The goal is to see if a single dose can keep blood counts stable so patients can stop their regular enzyme replacement or substrate reduction therapy. The study will enroll 45 people who…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Spur Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug UX016 targets rare muscle disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests UX016, a drug designed to help people with GNE myopathy, a rare genetic muscle-weakening disease. Researchers will give the drug or a placebo to 24 adults to see if it is safe and improves muscle strength. The study is not yet recruiting.
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can freezing ovaries before cancer treatment preserve a Child's future fertility?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a procedure to remove and freeze ovarian tissue from pre-pubertal children who face cancer treatments that may harm their fertility. The goal is to store the tissue so it can be used later to restore fertility and hormone function. Researchers will follow partici…
Sponsor: Erin Rowell • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diet and exercise boost muscle health in older adults, study finds
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a 12-week structured diet and exercise plan can help adults aged 50 and older with obesity and insulin resistance lose fat and improve muscle function. Participants will receive all meals and exercise three times a week under supervision. The goal is t…
Sponsor: Pennington Biomedical Research Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene-Editing shot aims to fix rare lung and liver disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new gene-editing medicine called TSRA-196 in 72 adults with a severe form of alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (the PiZZ genotype) who have lung or liver problems. The treatment is given by IV infusion and aims to raise levels of a protective protein. …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Tessera Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Small study checks safety of fabry drug replagal in indian patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing the safety of Replagal, an enzyme replacement therapy, in 5 Indian children and adults with Fabry disease who have not taken it before. Participants receive an infusion every 2 weeks for about a year. The main goal is to track side effects and serious reacti…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Shire • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental cell shot aims to boost brain repair in kids with rare metabolic diseases
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests whether adding special cells (DUOC-01) into the spinal fluid is safe for children with inherited metabolic diseases that damage the brain. Participants are ages 1 week to 21 years and are already receiving a standard umbilical cord blood transplant. T…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Joanne Kurtzberg, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill may help adults with rare adrenal disorder cut back on steroids
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug, atumelnant, in 150 adults with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH). The goal is to see if it can safely control hormone levels and allow patients to take lower doses of their usual steroid medications. Participants will receive either atumeln…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Crinetics Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene-Editing shot could slash cholesterol for good
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a single IV dose of VERVE-102, a gene-editing drug designed to permanently lower LDL (bad) cholesterol by turning off a specific gene in the liver. It involves 85 adults with inherited high cholesterol or early heart disease who still need lower chole…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Verve Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a helping hand with housing and food cut hospital visits?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether trained community health workers can help adults with high blood pressure, diabetes, or high cholesterol address social needs like transportation, healthy food, housing, and job opportunities. Participants from clinics will be connected to a health worker…
Sponsor: Sairam Parthasarathy • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug DSB2455 targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new drug called DSB2455 in adults with advanced cancers (breast, ovarian, prostate, pancreatic, or brain metastases) that have a specific DNA repair problem. The main goals are to check safety and see if the drug shrinks tumors. About 180 participan…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Duke Street Bio Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Peanut power: could a daily snack tame prediabetes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether eating peanuts and peanut products daily for six months can improve blood sugar, blood pressure, thinking skills, and gut health in people with prediabetes. Researchers will enroll 72 adults from diverse racial backgrounds. Participants will eat different…
Sponsor: Georgia State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill could help kids with rare hormone disorder cut back on steroids
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a daily oral medication called atumelnant in children aged 1 to 18 with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, a genetic condition that disrupts hormone production. The goal is to see if the drug can safely normalize hormone levels and allow patients to lower th…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Crinetics Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blueberry powder could be a sweet fix for prediabetes
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a daily dose of freeze-dried wild blueberry powder can improve blood sugar, blood pressure, and brain function in women with prediabetes. Thirty overweight women aged 20-65 will take either the blueberry powder or a placebo for six weeks. Researchers will…
Sponsor: Georgia State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with fabry: migalastat trial opens
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests the drug migalastat in 8 children aged 2 to 12 with Fabry disease, a rare genetic disorder. The goal is to see if the drug is safe, how it moves through the body, and if it helps protect kidney function. Participants will take the medicine for 12 months.
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Amicus Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a diabetes pill calm obesity's hidden fire?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether empagliflozin, a drug used for diabetes, can reduce chronic inflammation in people with obesity and metabolic syndrome. Researchers will measure immune cells and blood vessel function in 74 adults. The goal is to find a new way to lower heart disease risk…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cocktail aims to tame rare blood cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing a combination of three drugs—zanubrutinib, bendamustine, and rituximab—in people with previously untreated Waldenström macroglobulinemia, a rare type of blood cancer. The study will enroll 56 participants to see how well the treatment shrinks or cont…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can olive oil and walnuts shield the brain from stroke and memory loss?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a Mediterranean diet, enriched with extra virgin olive oil or walnuts, can lower the chance of stroke and slow cognitive decline in people with cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA) or CADASIL, two conditions that affect blood vessels in the brain. Participan…
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Beef vs. broccoli: can a Meat-Heavy diet beat the USDA's best?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a healthy diet centered around beef can reduce inflammation and improve metabolic health better than a standard U.S.-style diet based on USDA guidelines. Researchers will enroll 56 adults with metabolic syndrome or pre-diabetes and assign them to one…
Sponsor: National Cattlemen's Beef Association, a contractor to the Beef Checkoff • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids: drug may prevent transplant complications
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding the drug vorinostat to standard care can prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in children and young adults (ages 1-26) with non-cancerous blood disorders who are getting a bone marrow transplant. GVHD is a serious complication where donor cells…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sung Won Choi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a bladder drug and an ED drug fix prediabetes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether mirabegron (a bladder medication) and tadalafil (used for erectile dysfunction) can improve blood sugar control in people with prediabetes and obesity. About 96 adults will take one or both drugs or a placebo for 14 weeks. The goal is to see if these drug…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Philip Kern • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New registry tracks Odevixibat's Long-Term impact on rare liver disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis registry will follow 10 people with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC) in South Korea who are taking odevixibat (Bylvay). The goal is to see how safe and effective the drug is over the long term in real-world use. Researchers will track side effects and how…
Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New registry tracks Real-World use of PFIC drug odevixibat
Disease control Recruiting nowThis registry will follow 20 people in China with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC) who are taking odevixibat (Bylvay) as part of their normal care. The goal is to see how safe the drug is over the long term and how well it controls symptoms like severe itching…
Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Grape seed extract put to the test for blood pressure and heart health
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether taking 150 mg of grape seed extract (MegaNatural BP) daily for 6 weeks can lower blood pressure and improve heart health in adults aged 40 to 60 with elevated blood pressure and prediabetes. Researchers will measure changes in blood pressure, blood vessel…
Sponsor: Clinical Nutrition Research Center, Illinois Institute of Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tackle Hard-to-Treat lymphoma
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called ARC-02, given together with rituximab, in adults with B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma whose cancer has not responded to at least two prior treatments. The main goals are to check the safety of ARC-02 and find the best dose, while also looking at whe…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Taiho Oncology, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug AIR-001 enters first human tests for rare lung condition
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called AIR-001 in 54 adults with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) who have a specific genetic type (PiZZ). The study aims to check safety and how the body processes the drug. Participants receive increasing doses of AIR-001 under the s…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: AIRNA Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare cholesterol disease: can evinacumab shrink dangerous plaque?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows about 52 people with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), a rare genetic condition causing extremely high cholesterol and early heart disease. Researchers will compare those who get evinacumab (a cholesterol-lowering antibody) added to their usual t…
Sponsor: Fondazione SISA (Societa Italiana per lo Studio della Arteriosclerosi) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a home air filter help your heart?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether using portable HEPA air cleaners at home can reduce exposure to fine air pollution particles and, in turn, lower systolic blood pressure in people with metabolic syndrome. Participants in Qatar will use either a real HEPA filter or a sham filter for four …
Sponsor: Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New oral drug aims to tame PKU's toxic protein buildup
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental oral drug called MZE782 in adults with phenylketonuria (PKU), a genetic disorder that prevents the body from breaking down an amino acid called phenylalanine (Phe). High Phe levels can cause brain damage. The trial compares two doses of MZE782 aga…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Maze Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to tame tumor-triggered low blood sugar in rare cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new medicine called ersodetug for people whose tumors cause dangerously low blood sugar that standard treatments can't control. About 16 adults with insulin-producing tumors will receive the drug alongside their usual care. The main goal is to see if ersodetug …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Rezolute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lifestyle overhaul may restore penile blood flow in metabolic syndrome
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a structured six-month lifestyle modification program can improve penile blood flow and erectile function in men with metabolic syndrome-associated erectile dysfunction. Participants receive dietary counseling, exercise guidance, weight management, smokin…
Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple algorithm help doctors write better exercise prescriptions?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new digital tool called P3-EX that helps doctors create personalized exercise plans for patients with heart disease risk factors like high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity. Researchers will recruit 24 doctors and 48 patients to compare the new tool with a …
Sponsor: University of Connecticut • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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App aims to supercharge GLP-1 weight-loss drugs with personalized meal plans
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a mobile app called NutriSteppe can improve blood sugar control and weight loss in adults with type 2 diabetes or obesity who are already taking GLP-1 medications like semaglutide. Over 12 weeks, half the participants will use the app for personalized mea…
Sponsor: Kazakh Academy of Nutrition • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple shot replace IV drips for Alpha-1 patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to give Alpha1-Proteinase Inhibitor—a medicine that helps protect the lungs in people with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency. Instead of getting it through a vein at a clinic, participants will receive it as a weekly injection under the skin. The trial wil…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Grifols Therapeutics LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to boost heart health in psychosis patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called LAGOM designed to improve heart health and quality of life for people with psychotic disorders. 644 adults from six clinics in Gothenburg will either receive the LAGOM program or standard care. The program includes regular check-ups, motivational…
Sponsor: Vastra Gotaland Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising enzyme therapy for kids with rare fabry disease enters key trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called PRX-102 (pegunigalsidase alfa) in 22 children and teens aged 2 to 18 with Fabry disease, a rare genetic disorder that causes pain and organ damage. The drug is an enzyme replacement therapy given by infusion every two weeks. Researchers will monitor…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot could tame rare metabolic disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests pegtibatinase, an enzyme given as a shot, in 70 people aged 12–65 with classical homocystinuria. The goal is to see if it safely lowers high homocysteine levels when added to standard care. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo for 24 weeks.
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Travere Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could dimming lights and early dinners boost insulin sensitivity?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a behavioral program that reduces evening light exposure and encourages finishing meals at least four hours before bedtime can improve how the body handles sugar. Overweight adults aged 18-45 who habitually sleep less than 6.5 hours per night will be rand…
Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene therapy may free kids from daily cystinosis meds
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a gene therapy called DFT383 in 30 children aged 2 to 5 with nephropathic cystinosis, a rare disease that damages kidneys and other organs. The treatment aims to fix the genetic problem so children may no longer need daily cysteamine medication. Researchers will …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a diabetes drug boost weight-loss surgery outcomes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether combining bariatric surgery with a GLP-1 receptor agonist (semaglutide) leads to greater and more sustained weight loss than surgery alone in people with obesity. Researchers will follow 400 participants across multiple centers in China for up to t…
Sponsor: China-Japan Friendship Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart drug acoramidis tested for Long-Term cardiac repair in rare amyloidosis
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests the drug acoramidis in people with transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM), a condition where abnormal proteins build up in the heart, weakening it. Over 36 months, researchers measure whether acoramidis improves heart function and structure using cardiac …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Eidos Therapeutics, a BridgeBio company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a weekly brain infusion slow sanfilippo syndrome?
Disease control Expanded accessThis early-access program tests whether a weekly infusion of tralesinidase alfa directly into the brain's fluid spaces is safe and tolerable for children with Sanfilippo syndrome type B, a rare genetic disorder that causes severe neurological decline. The study enrolls about 10 c…
Sponsor: Spruce Biosciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Back surgery boost: Bone-Marrow injection may repair discs
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a bone-marrow concentrate injection during routine back surgery helps the spinal disc heal better. About 90 adults with a herniated disc will get either surgery alone or surgery plus the injection. Researchers will use MRI scans and pain questionna…
Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A diet designed for puerto rico: can traditional foods fight heart disease and diabetes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a diet adapted to Puerto Rican culture can lower the risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity. Researchers will compare culturally tailored nutrition advice—emphasizing traditional healthy foods and limiting unhealthy ones—with standard healthy…
Sponsor: Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a daily millet porridge reshape your gut and tame metabolic syndrome?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether drinking a fiber-rich kodo millet porridge every day for 12 weeks can improve gut bacteria diversity and metabolic health in overweight or obese adults. Participants will consume a standardized porridge beverage while keeping their usual diet and a…
Sponsor: JSS MEDICAL COLLEGE, JSS ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND RESEARCH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot may lower heart risk in patients whose medications block statins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether inclisiran, an injectable medication, can lower LDL cholesterol in patients who have multiple health conditions and take many drugs that interfere with standard statin therapy. Participants must be taking five or more prescription medications and have con…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Bee product could tame fatty liver and blood fats
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether Taiwan green propolis, a natural bee product, can improve blood lipids and body fat in adults with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), a common fatty liver condition linked to obesity and high cholesterol. About 60 participan…
Sponsor: Taipei Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Real-World study tracks fabry Drug's Long-Term impact on heart and kidneys
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows 75 adults with Fabry disease who are taking or starting pegunigalsidase alfa to see how well it works and how safe it is over time in real-world settings. Researchers will check heart structure and function, kidney health, and exercise capacity. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Chiesi Italia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New heart drug acoramidis tested in Real-World setting
Disease control Recruiting nowThis observational study follows up to 2,000 adults with ATTR-CM, a serious heart condition, who are starting treatment with acoramidis as part of their normal care. Researchers will track patient characteristics, how the drug is used, and its effects on heart function and qualit…
Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene therapy hope for kids with rare citrate disorder
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a single dose of TSHA-105, a gene therapy injected into the spinal fluid, in 8 people aged 2 to 20 with SLC13A5 citrate transporter disorder. The goal is to see if it is safe and whether it can improve motor and thinking skills. Because the trial is v…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: TESS Research Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart patch may help prediabetes patients stay on track
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether wearing a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) for 3 months helps adults with prediabetes better control their blood sugar and stick to lifestyle changes compared to standard finger-prick testing. About 80 participants will be randomly assigned to use a CGM o…
Sponsor: Nazarii Kobyliak • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could stem cells restore sight in damaged eyes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether injecting a person's own bone marrow stem cells into or near the eye can help treat various retinal and optic nerve diseases, including age-related macular degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa, and glaucoma. Participants receive stem cell injections via dif…
Sponsor: MD Stem Cells • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill shows promise for rare hormone disorder in Long-Term trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing the long-term safety and effectiveness of a daily pill called atumelnant for people with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH). The drug works by blocking a hormone receptor to help control excess androgen production. Researchers will monitor 150 part…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Crinetics Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria pill could help control cholesterol
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a daily probiotic called AKM Lab-01 can safely lower cholesterol levels in people with high cholesterol. About 60 adults aged 40-60 will take either the probiotic or a placebo for a period, and researchers will compare changes in their blood cholesterol a…
Sponsor: Moon (Guangzhou) Biotechnology Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ancient herb mix takes on brain bleed: can it stop repeat strokes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a traditional Chinese medicine called Jiedu Huayu oral prescription in 436 people who have had a brain bleed due to a condition called cerebral amyloid angiopathy. The goal is to see if the herbal treatment can lower the chance of having another stroke or blood v…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Common antibiotic could tame rare calcium disorder
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the antibiotic rifampin can safely lower high calcium levels in the blood and urine of people with a rare genetic mutation in the CYP24A1 gene. The condition can cause kidney stones and other problems. Sixty participants aged 6 months to 65 years will tak…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Fasting before hip surgery may cut infection risk, new trial hopes to prove
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 20-day fasting schedule before hip replacement surgery can reduce complications like infections. 130 adults will either follow the fasting plan or receive standard care. Researchers will measure changes in gut bacteria and immune markers to see if fasti…
Sponsor: Charite University, Berlin, Germany • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New hope for rare brain diseases: long-term drug trial now recruiting
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests the long-term safety and effectiveness of a daily medication called nizubaglustat in people with two rare genetic diseases that affect the brain and body. About 21 participants who were in a previous study or who have been on a similar drug (miglustat) will take …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Azafaros B.V. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to halt artery plaque after heart attacks
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding evolocumab, a cholesterol-lowering drug, to standard care can slow or stop plaque buildup in heart arteries after a heart attack. About 233 adults aged 40-75 who recently had a heart attack or unstable angina will receive either evolocumab plus sta…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New cholesterol drug showdown: could obicetrapib beat bempedoic acid?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called obicetrapib against another drug, bempedoic acid, to see which lowers 'bad' cholesterol more effectively. It involves 426 adults with high cholesterol who are already on maximum cholesterol medications and are at high risk for heart problems. Th…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: A. Menarini International Licensing S.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Could a fiber supplement improve PCOS heart risks?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a daily fiber supplement (resistant starch, like Benefiber) can improve heart health markers and gut bacteria in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). One hundred women will take either the fiber or a placebo for 12 weeks, alongside standard birth …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New hope for rare cancer: targeted drug afatinib tested in fanconi anemia patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called afatinib in 25 adults with Fanconi anemia who have advanced head and neck cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. Afatinib is a pill that blocks a protein helping cancer grow. The goal is to see if it can shrink tumors and control the disease. Res…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Fundació Institut de Recerca de l'Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New combo may let some colon cancer patients skip surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two drugs, toripalimab and celecoxib, in people with a specific type of colorectal cancer (dMMR or MSI-H) that has not spread far. The goal is to see if the treatment can make the tumor disappear completely, so some patients might not need surgery. About 105 adul…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New study tests tirzepatide in real life for obesity and diabetes
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at how well the drug tirzepatide works in everyday life for people with obesity (without diabetes) or type 2 diabetes (with or without obesity). About 160 adults in Paraguay will take the drug as part of their regular care and be followed for 52 weeks. Researcher…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Las Rías Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Real-world check: does ilaris work safely for rare fever diseases?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study watches children and adults who are already taking or about to start Ilaris for hereditary periodic fever syndromes or systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Researchers will track side effects and how well the drug controls symptoms over 16 weeks. No new medicine is …
Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New shot could slash 'Bad' cholesterol in kids with genetic heart risk
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called inclisiran in children aged 6 to 12 who have a genetic condition that causes very high cholesterol. The drug is given as a shot under the skin and aims to lower 'bad' LDL cholesterol. The trial compares inclisiran to a placebo for one year, then eve…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Head-to-Head: which obesity drug wins for fat loss and heart health?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study directly compares two popular weight-loss medications, tirzepatide and semaglutide, in 120 adults with obesity and metabolic syndrome. Participants will be randomly assigned to one drug and monitored for 12 months using advanced body scans, blood tests, and AI analysis…
Sponsor: Tri-Service General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can hormone balancing boost fertility and health in klinefelter syndrome?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adjusting sex hormone levels with aromatase inhibitors can improve metabolic health and sperm production in men with Klinefelter syndrome. It also examines if adding semaglutide (a weight-loss drug) or hCG provides extra benefits. The trial involves 150 m…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Georgios Papadakis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Could a simple diet change help kids with Ultra-Rare metabolic disorder?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a purine-rich diet can lower disease markers in people with AICA-ribosiduria, a rare genetic condition causing severe disability and epilepsy. Ten participants will follow a diet with 160 mg of purines per day. Early results in one patient showed promise,…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could special breathing sessions help control diabetes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether breathing a special mix of low and high oxygen air (called intermittent hypoxic-hyperoxic training) can help lower blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. About 250 adults aged 50-74 will be split into groups receiving either a 3-day or 10-day course …
Sponsor: National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New program aims to help heart patients hit cholesterol targets
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a targeted lipid optimization program—combining clinic visits and virtual sessions—helps high-risk heart disease patients in Abu Dhabi achieve better LDL cholesterol control. About 326 adults with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease will be randomly as…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Soy showdown: processed vs. natural – which lowers blood pressure best?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis 12-week study tests whether replacing highly processed soy foods (like soy burgers) with less processed options (like tofu or edamame) can lower blood pressure and improve heart health in 300 adults with obesity, hypertension, and often type 2 diabetes. Participants use a di…
Sponsor: University of Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New drug combo could replace chemo for rare blood cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether a combination of two drugs, venetoclax and rituximab, works better than standard chemotherapy for people with a rare blood cancer called Waldenström's macroglobulinemia who have not yet been treated. The study aims to see if this chemotherapy…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Christian Buske • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can exercise plus a GLP-1 drug boost heart and muscle health in metabolic syndrome?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether exercise training, the drug liraglutide, or both together can improve blood flow to the heart and muscles and help the body use insulin better in adults with metabolic syndrome. About 80 participants will be randomly assigned to one of four groups: con…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of Virginia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New pill could tame rare genetic diabetes
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called dorzagliatin in 44 adults with a rare, inherited form of diabetes (GCK-MODY). The drug works by activating a key enzyme to help the body better control blood sugar. Participants will receive both the drug and a placebo at different times to see …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New program aims to cut risky drug mix-ups for kids on multiple medications
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called Pediatric Medication Therapy Management (pMTM) for children with complex medical conditions who take five or more medications. The program involves a thorough review of all medicines, optimizing the regimen, and creating a clear medication plan. …
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Group doctor visits could revolutionize cholesterol care
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether group medical visits, where patients with high cholesterol meet with a doctor together, can improve cholesterol levels and lifestyle habits. It involves 288 adults with dyslipidemia and aims to see if this approach is practical and effective. The goal …
Sponsor: Université de Sherbrooke • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New hope for kids with rare calcium disease: encaleret trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called encaleret in 28 children (birth to 17 years) with autosomal dominant hypocalcemia type 1 (ADH1), a rare genetic condition causing low blood calcium. The goal is to see if the drug can safely raise calcium levels and reduce urinary calcium loss. Part…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Calcilytix Therapeutics, Inc., a BridgeBio company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New combo pill aims to tackle cholesterol in metabolic syndrome patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a fixed-dose combination of two cholesterol-lowering drugs (Pitavastatin and Ezetimibe) in 10,000 adults with high cholesterol and metabolic syndrome. Researchers will track how much LDL ('bad') cholesterol drops after 24 and 48 weeks of treatment in real-wo…
Sponsor: JW Pharmaceutical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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AI-Powered coaching aims to tame metabolic syndrome
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called LIGHTER-MetS that combines health coaching with an AI-powered app to help people with metabolic syndrome eat better and lower their heart risk. About 316 adults aged 21-65 with metabolic syndrome will join. They will work with a health coach for …
Sponsor: National University Health System, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New combo aims to crush 'Bad' cholesterol particle that other drugs miss
Disease control Recruiting nowThis 16-week study tests whether a daily pill (obicetrapib) plus a twice-monthly shot (evolocumab, sold as Repatha) can lower a fatty particle called lipoprotein(a) that raises heart disease risk. About 69 adults with mildly high cholesterol and elevated Lp(a) will take the pill …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: NewAmsterdam Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Could a mitochondrial peptide help reverse prediabetes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an investigational drug called MOTS-c in 120 adults with prediabetes and overweight or obesity. The goal is to see if 12 weeks of treatment can improve how the body uses insulin, compared to a placebo. All participants also receive standard lifestyle advice. The …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hudson Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Hope for rare metabolic disorder: new drug targets fatigue in PDH deficiency
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a drug called glycerol phenylbutyrate (RAVICTI®) can reduce fatigue and improve daily life for people with pyruvate dehydrogenase (PDH) deficiency, a rare genetic condition that affects energy production. About 15 children and young adults (ages 2 to 25) …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Can a mediterranean diet and exercise beat metabolic syndrome?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a reduced-calorie Mediterranean diet plus regular exercise helps middle-aged adults (30-50 years) with metabolic syndrome lose weight and keep it off. About 106 participants will either follow this lifestyle program or receive standard care. Researchers w…
Sponsor: IMDEA Food • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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10-Year study tracks safety of PKU drug palynziq
Disease control Recruiting nowThis 10-year observational study is following 450 people with PKU who are taking or starting pegvaliase (Palynziq) to monitor long-term safety, especially allergic reactions. Researchers are tracking serious side effects like anaphylaxis, severe joint pain, and low phenylalanine …
Sponsor: BioMarin Pharmaceutical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New hope for fabry disease: japanese trial launches for enzyme therapy
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a drug called pegunigalsidase alfa in about 16 Japanese patients aged 13 to 70 with Fabry disease, a rare genetic disorder. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and how it works in the body. Participants will receive the treatment and be monitored for side…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New program aims to lower cholesterol in blood donors with genetic condition
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program to help blood donors who have familial hypercholesterolemia (a genetic condition causing very high cholesterol) get proper treatment. One hundred participants will either receive standard notification about their condition or a bundle of extra support, …
Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Groundbreaking trial aims to treat rare diseases in the womb
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving enzyme replacement therapy to fetuses with certain rare genetic diseases (like MPS I, Gaucher, or Pompe) before birth is safe and feasible. About 10 pregnant participants will receive the treatment through the umbilical vein. The goal is to see if …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New No-Cut weight loss procedure tested in chinese adults
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new, non-surgical procedure called Endoscopic Radial Compression Gastroplasty (ERCG) that uses a clip-and-loop system to reduce stomach size, helping with weight loss. It is for Chinese adults aged 18-65 with a BMI of 24.0-37.4 who have not succeeded with diet …
Sponsor: Liu Yan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Cranberry drink may boost gut and metabolic health in overweight people
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether drinking cranberry juice for 12 weeks can help overweight or obese adults improve blood sugar, insulin levels, cholesterol, and gut health. About 73 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either a cranberry drink or a placebo, then switch af…
Sponsor: Laval University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New study tests organized care for heart disease prevention
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a structured approach to managing heart disease risk factors (like high blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking) can improve health outcomes in adults. Researchers will follow 220 patients in a regular cardiology clinic, collecting data on their blood pr…
Sponsor: Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Gene therapy aims to restore sight in rare inherited blindness
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a gene therapy called GS010 for people with Leber hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON), a genetic condition that causes rapid vision loss. Researchers will give the treatment as an injection into the eye at two different doses to see if it improves vision and mitoc…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: GenSight Biologics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Night-Shift workers test gut bug and herb combo to beat diabetes risk
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking a combination of Akkermansia muciniphila (a beneficial gut bacterium) and berberine (a plant compound) can improve insulin sensitivity in night-shift workers. 200 participants from healthcare and industry in Austria and Denmark will receive either …
Sponsor: FH Joanneum Gesellschaft mbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Can probiotics and coenzyme Q10 boost gum health during pregnancy?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a daily probiotic tablet and a coenzyme Q10 toothpaste to standard gum cleaning can improve oral health in pregnant women. Forty pregnant women will be split into two groups: one gets the probiotic plus Q10 toothpaste, the other gets only the Q10 t…
Sponsor: University of Pavia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New stem cell transplant option for patients without a perfect donor match
Disease control Recruiting nowThis expanded access program offers a stem cell transplant using donor cells that have been specially processed to remove certain immune cells, reducing the risk of graft-versus-host disease. It is for patients with serious blood disorders, immune deficiencies, or metabolic disea…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Can when you eat beat metabolic syndrome? new study tests a dual approach
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether limiting when you eat (to an 8- or 10-hour window each day) plus a special counseling program can improve health in people with metabolic syndrome. Researchers in Mexico will enroll 64 adults and track changes in waist size, blood pressure, blood sugar…
Sponsor: University of Guadalajara • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New lifestyle program aims to reverse metabolic syndrome in hong kong
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a nurse-led program called TOP-S that helps people with metabolic syndrome make lasting lifestyle changes. 152 Chinese adults in Hong Kong will either get the full program or brief advice. Researchers will check if the program helps reverse metabolic syndrome and…
Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Eat in 10 hours, live better? new trial tests Time-Restricted eating for metabolic syndrome
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether limiting all eating to a consistent 10-hour window each day can improve blood sugar, cholesterol, and other health measures in people with metabolic syndrome or prediabetes. About 140 adults will either follow this eating schedule plus standard nutritiona…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Can lifting weights protect transplanted kidneys?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 12-week supervised strength training program, done at different speeds, can improve kidney function and metabolic health in people who have received a kidney transplant. Twelve adults aged 18-50 with stable kidney function will be randomly assigned to o…
Sponsor: Fundación Universitaria del Area Andina • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Italian registry checks if patients stay on cholesterol drug
Disease control Recruiting nowThis registry is tracking 1,500 Italian patients who are prescribed alirocumab 300 mg injections for high cholesterol. Researchers want to see how consistently patients take the medication and how well it lowers their cholesterol in real-life settings. The study also monitors sid…
Sponsor: Federico II University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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One-Time gene therapy could change gaucher treatment forever
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new gene therapy called LY-M001 for adults with Gaucher disease type 1, a genetic disorder that causes organ damage and other health problems. The therapy uses a harmless virus to deliver a working copy of the GBA1 gene to liver cells, aiming to restore the mis…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Lingyi Biotech Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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One-Time gene shot could free wilson patients from daily pills
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a single dose of LY-M003, a gene therapy that delivers a working copy of the ATP7B gene to liver cells. The goal is to see if it is safe and can reduce the need for standard Wilson disease medications. The study enrolls 18 adults and children with con…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Chaohui Yu • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New drug combo hopes to tame rare muscle disease in kids
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial is testing a combination of two drugs—cipaglucosidase alfa (an enzyme replacement therapy) and miglustat (an oral medication)—in children with infantile-onset Pompe disease, a rare genetic disorder that weakens muscles and the heart. The study includes both chi…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Amicus Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Breath test could help prevent brain damage in jaundiced newborns
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new method to diagnose and treat severe jaundice in newborns. The method uses a non-invasive breath test (ETCOc) to detect hemolysis, a common cause of jaundice. Researchers will compare this approach to standard care in 250 newborns to see if it re…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Women's Hospital School Of Medicine Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Could eating more berries and greens reduce your metabolic syndrome risk?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a diet rich in antioxidants—like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes—can lower the risk of metabolic syndrome in adults aged 18 to 45. Metabolic syndrome includes high blood sugar, high blood pressure, unhealthy cholesterol, and excess belly fat…
Sponsor: University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore - Pakistan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Pharmacists step in to tackle diabetes crisis
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a pharmacist-led care pathway can improve blood sugar control in 600 adults with type 2 diabetes who are not meeting their A1C targets. Participants will receive step-by-step guidance from pharmacists using a web-based tool, compared to usual care from th…
Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Milder chemo before stem cell transplant shows promise for rare blood disorders
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tracks 50 children and adults with non-malignant disorders like immune deficiencies and anemias who receive a stem cell transplant after a reduced-intensity chemotherapy regimen. The goal is to see if this approach improves survival and reduces severe graft-versus-host…
Sponsor: Paul Szabolcs • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New hope for rare kidney disease: drug targets oxalate buildup in severe cases
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 study tests a drug called nedosiran (DCR-PHXC) in 28 people with primary hyperoxaluria type 1 (PH1) who have severe kidney impairment, with or without dialysis. The goal is to see if the drug safely lowers plasma oxalate levels, which can cause kidney stones and dama…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Dicerna Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a Novo Nordisk company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New hope for rare epilepsy: drug ION283 enters human trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called ION283 in 10 people aged 10 to 18 with Lafora disease, a rare and severe form of epilepsy. The drug is given via a spinal injection to see if it is safe and can help control seizures and other symptoms. All participants will receive the same dos…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Berge Minassian • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Milder transplant method aims to help young patients with rare blood diseases
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a less intense chemotherapy and radiation regimen before a stem cell transplant for children and young adults up to age 55 with non-cancerous blood disorders like immune deficiencies, anemias, and metabolic diseases. The goal is to see if this gentler prepar…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Paul Szabolcs • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New hope for cancer patients with dangerous gene flaw: safer chemo combo tested
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a different chemotherapy drug (trifluridine/tipiracil) for people with metastatic colorectal or gastroesophageal cancer who have a genetic condition (DPD deficiency) that makes standard chemo very toxic. About 73 participants will receive this drug along with oth…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Can a phone app help prevent heart attacks? new study aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a digital heart health program (a web app, online classes, and special foods) added to usual care can lower cholesterol and reduce heart attacks in people with heart disease or risk factors. About 1,100 participants will be randomly assigned to the progra…
Sponsor: University of Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Could a common cancer drug help rare tumors? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests atezolizumab, a drug already approved for several cancers, in people with rare cancers that have high tumor mutational burden (TMB) or microsatellite instability (MSI). The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or stop them from growing for at least 24 wee…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Cancer Research UK • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New drug combo aims to shrink tough colorectal tumors before surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether giving the immunotherapy drug toripalimab, with or without the anti-inflammatory drug celecoxib, before surgery can improve outcomes for people with a specific type of colorectal cancer (dMMR/MSI-H). About 270 participants will receive the dr…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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New study tracks fabry drug Elfabrio's Real-World impact
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows about 100 adults with Fabry disease who are taking or planning to take the medication Elfabrio. Researchers will monitor kidney function, heart health, and disease markers over time to see how well the drug works and if any side effects occur. The goal is to un…
Sponsor: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Cheap pills could stop prediabetes in its tracks, new study hopes
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests several affordable oral medications—including semaglutide, empagliflozin, metformin, and pioglitazone—to see if they can reverse prediabetes, promote weight loss, and lower heart disease risk in Hispanic adults. Researchers will monitor blood sugar, body fat, and…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New hope for fanconi anemia: safer stem cell transplant trial opens
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a stem cell transplant approach for people with Fanconi Anemia who don't have a perfectly matched donor. The goal is to see if using lower doses of chemotherapy before the transplant can reduce serious side effects. About 70 participants will receive a transplant…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Can advanced imaging reveal hidden swallowing muscle damage in IBM?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowResearchers at Johns Hopkins University are studying whether neuromuscular ultrasound and MRI can serve as reliable markers of swallowing muscle problems in people with inclusion body myositis (IBM). The study compares imaging and clinical findings in 30 participants, including p…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can AI predict your lifespan from a short video?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowResearchers are building AI models that score standard physical and cognitive screening tests from video and audio, and that predict results a person did not obtain. The study enrolls adults 18 and older and follows them for life, linking records to a long-term aging study to che…
Sponsor: Longevity Metrics, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scan could spot hidden tumors in rare diseases
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a special PET/CT scan using an amino acid tracer can better detect tumors in people with amino acid transport disorders, primary hyperparathyroidism, or glioma. About 500 adults will receive a single injection of the tracer and then get scanned. The …
Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple heart scan may unmask a hidden cause of heart failure
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a cardiac imaging technique called a PYP scan can detect transthyretin amyloidosis in people aged 65 and older who have heart failure with preserved ejection fraction, also known as diastolic heart failure. The researchers will scan 515 participants to se…
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple blood test could catch type 1 diabetes years before symptoms appear
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to identify people at increased risk of developing type 1 diabetes by testing for specific markers in the blood called autoantibodies. Children and adults aged 1 to 45 who have a family member or close friend diagnosed with type 1 diabetes before age 45 can join. …
Sponsor: INNODIA iVZW • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A new multi-test approach may spot hidden blood vessel damage before symptoms appear
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis observational study is testing whether a combination of non-invasive measurements—including blood pressure monitoring, ultrasound, blood and urine tests, and a light-based technique called photoplethysmography—can detect early damage to blood vessels and organs in adults at …
Sponsor: Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de Santiago • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Carpal tunnel surgery could spot hidden heart disease risk
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether taking a small piece of ligament during routine carpal tunnel surgery can help diagnose transthyretin amyloidosis, a serious condition that often goes unnoticed until it affects the heart. Researchers will compare this new biopsy method to the standard…
Sponsor: Clinique Saint Jean, France • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Light-Based brain scan could revolutionize diagnosis of rare genetic disorders
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a non-invasive brain imaging technique called fNIRS can reliably measure brain function in people with Fragile X syndrome or Creatine Transporter Deficiency. Researchers will use a cartoon-based visual stimulus to record brain activity and compare it…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New imaging test could pinpoint tiny pancreatic tumors in babies, guiding Life-Saving surgery
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special PET scan using a radioactive tracer called FDOPA can accurately find and locate focal lesions in the pancreas of infants with congenital hyperinsulinism, a condition causing severe low blood sugar. The goal is to help surgeons remove only the di…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Miguel Pampaloni • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Blood test could spot colon cancer before it spreads
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a blood test (called a liquid biopsy) to see if it can find colorectal cancer, pre-cancerous growths (adenomas), and cancers linked to Lynch syndrome at an early stage. Researchers will enroll 1,200 people who have already had a colonoscopy. The goal is to s…
Sponsor: San Raffaele University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Lab note could unmask hidden cholesterol disease
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a short interpretive comment to blood test results for high cholesterol can encourage doctors to refer more patients to specialized lipid clinics. The goal is to increase detection of familial hypercholesterolemia, a common inherited condition that…
Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Simple blood test could spot hidden heart risk in kids
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to screen 300 children aged 2 to 18 for familial hypercholesterolemia, a genetic condition that causes very high cholesterol and greatly increases heart disease risk in adulthood. A small blood sample is taken after fasting to measure cholesterol levels. The goal …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New breath test may spot jaundice risk in newborns without needles
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a device that measures carbon monoxide in a newborn's breath to help diagnose jaundice. Jaundice is common in newborns and can be serious if not treated. The device is non-invasive and could replace or reduce the need for blood tests. Researchers will measur…
Sponsor: The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New scan could pinpoint hidden pancreas problems, avoiding major surgery
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a special PET/MRI scan using 18F-DOPA can accurately locate small, overactive areas in the pancreas that cause too much insulin (hyperinsulinism). The goal is to help doctors decide if surgery can remove just the problem spot, potentially curing the …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Could everyday supplements turn back the clock on aging?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether two natural supplements—quercetin (from foods like apples and onions) and coenzyme Q10 (a substance your body makes)—can reduce inflammation and improve metabolic health in older adults. Over 12 weeks, participants aged 50 to 75 who are sedentary will tak…
Sponsor: Applied Science & Performance Institute • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Vitamin-Like pill stop prediabetes from becoming diabetes?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis phase II trial tests whether a special form of nicotinic acid (a B vitamin) can reverse prediabetes and prevent type 2 diabetes. About 390 adults with prediabetes will take either a low or high dose of the drug or a placebo daily for 26 weeks, along with lifestyle advice. Th…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a weekly shot stop diabetes after pregnancy diabetes?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the drug semaglutide can prevent type 2 diabetes in women who had gestational diabetes and now have high blood sugar after pregnancy. About 252 women will receive either semaglutide or a placebo for several months. The goal is to see if the drug lowers th…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can cottonseed oil improve cholesterol? trial tests common cooking oil against similar blends
Prevention Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether daily cottonseed oil improves cholesterol and blood fat levels compared with oils that have a similar fat makeup. The study includes 90 adults aged 25 to 75 who have elevated cholesterol or excess weight. Participants drink a breakfast shake contai…
Sponsor: University of Georgia • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple chat or text could stop diabetes before it starts
Prevention Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether a single, personalized conversation with a healthcare team member or a brief message through a patient portal can encourage adults with prediabetes to take action—like joining a diabetes prevention program or starting medication. Researchers will co…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mail-Order heart screening could save thousands – but does it work?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a home-based screening kit can identify hidden heart risks better than standard doctor visits. 45,000 adults in Sweden aged 50-75 will either receive a home blood pressure monitor, a finger-prick blood test, and a health questionnaire, or continue wi…
Sponsor: Johan Sundström • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brazilian diabetes prevention program aims to stop type 2 diabetes before it starts
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests a 3-year lifestyle program for 1,305 Brazilian adults at high risk for type 2 diabetes. The program combines in-person and online counseling on diet, exercise, sleep, and stress. Researchers will track who develops diabetes and measure weight, blood sugar, and qu…
Sponsor: Beneficência Portuguesa de São Paulo • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Activism as medicine: new study tests if fighting racism can shield youth from depression
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking part in racial justice activism can prevent depression and reduce physical stress in Black and Latinx young people aged 15-20. Researchers will measure mood, stress hormones, and health markers over two years. The goal is to see if activism can be …
Sponsor: Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria may shield against antipsychotic weight gain
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests if a daily probiotic powder can prevent or reduce weight gain, high blood sugar, and high cholesterol caused by certain antipsychotic drugs. About 112 adults starting or recently starting olanzapine, quetiapine, risperidone, or clozapine will take either the prob…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Artichoke power: new study tests veggie supplement to stop diabetes
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether taking a daily supplement made from artichoke by-products, combined with a calorie-controlled Mediterranean diet, can help prevent type 2 diabetes in people who are overweight or obese. Researchers will measure changes in insulin resistance and weight …
Sponsor: Clinica Universidad de Navarra, Universidad de Navarra • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Your metabolism may hold the key to preventing diabetes
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a diet tailored to a person's unique metabolism (called a 'metabotype') can prevent type 2 diabetes better than standard healthy eating advice. Overweight or obese adults at risk for diabetes will follow either a personalized or standard diet for 12 month…
Sponsor: Maastricht University Medical Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Can home exercise and mindfulness help people with rare brain diseases walk and sleep better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether a home-based program combining adapted exercise and mindfulness training can improve walking ability and sleep quality in people with rare neurodegenerative diseases such as leukodystrophy, ataxia, and adrenomyeloneuropathy. The study enrolls about…
Sponsor: Hugo W. Moser Research Institute at Kennedy Krieger, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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CBD trial aims to ease sanfilippo syndrome symptoms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether cannabidiol (CBD) can safely improve behavior, mood, sleep, and daily function in people with Sanfilippo syndrome, a rare genetic disorder. Thirty-five participants will receive either CBD or a placebo, then switch after a break. Caregivers will report on…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Desert plant tested against Clozapine's weighty side effects
Symptom relief Recruiting nowPeople with treatment-resistant schizophrenia often take clozapine, a drug that can cause serious weight gain and metabolic problems. This pilot study tests whether a daily infusion made from the leaves of the Nitraria retusa plant can reduce those side effects. Thirty patients w…
Sponsor: Faculty of Medicine, Sousse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common plant compound lower blood pressure?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether quercetin, a natural supplement found in foods like onions and apples, can improve blood pressure and body fat in healthy adults. Researchers will give 40 participants either quercetin or a placebo for a set period. The goal is to see if this simple dieta…
Sponsor: University of Central Lancashire • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fish or puppets: which distraction works best for needle-phobic kids?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether two simple distractions — watching a betta fish or playing with a hand puppet — can lower pain, fear, and anxiety in children aged 5 to 7 during a blood draw. One group will use the fish, another the puppet, and a third will receive standard care. Researc…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Igdir University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple amino acid ease rare brain disorders?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called N-acetyl-L-leucine for people aged 4 and older with CACNA1A gene disorders, which can cause coordination problems, dizziness, and migraines. About 60 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo, then switch, to see if it improves movement…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: IntraBio Inc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Almonds before meals: a simple trick to tame blood sugar?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether eating a small handful of almonds (about 18 grams) 30 minutes before a meal can reduce the rise in blood sugar after eating. Researchers will test 25 adults with prediabetes, comparing blood sugar levels after meals with and without almonds. They also …
Sponsor: Pennington Biomedical Research Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hope for mitochondrial disease: new drug targets debilitating fatigue
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the drug sonlicromanol can reduce fatigue and improve physical abilities like balance and leg strength in adults with a specific genetic form of mitochondrial disease. About 220 participants will take either the drug or a placebo twice daily for 52 weeks.…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Khondrion BV • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Home workouts with video coaching tested for rare muscle disease
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a personalized mix of endurance and strength exercises, done at home with video check-ins, can improve mobility and muscle strength in people with mitochondrial myopathy. Fifteen adults with confirmed genetic mutations will follow the program for up to 12…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can facial exercises ease the stiffness of scleroderma?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a personalized facial rehabilitation program can help people with systemic sclerosis who have facial tightness and mouth problems. About 60 adults with this rare autoimmune disease will either receive the rehab program or standard care. The goal is to see…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Hypnosis tested as a chill pill for face surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether hypnosis can lower anxiety in people having facial surgery under local anesthesia. Sixty-six adults who are at least mildly anxious will either get standard care or extra hypnosis support. Researchers will measure anxiety levels before and after surg…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Could a common liver pill speed up jaundice recovery in newborns?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a medicine called ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) to standard light therapy helps clear jaundice faster in newborns. About 70 babies born at 34 weeks or later with jaundice will be randomly assigned to receive either light therapy alone or light therap…
Sponsor: Tishreen University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Exercise may improve sleep for children battling blood cancer
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether doing adapted physical activity every day can improve sleep quality in children aged 5 to 16 who are being treated for blood cancer. About 30 children will take part, with some exercising daily and others just once over four days. Parents will track sl…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Can a Vitamin-Like pill boost fat burning on a keto diet?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how a supplement called nicotinamide riboside (NR) and a low-carb, high-fat 'ketogenic' diet affect the way the body burns fat and uses energy. Researchers will measure changes in metabolism in 100 overweight or obese adults. Participants will eat a standard d…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Researchers track Insulin-Making cells in type 1 diabetes over years
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people who previously took part in type 1 diabetes trials to see how long their bodies continue to produce insulin. Researchers will also look at how immune system changes relate to insulin production. The goal is to gather information that could lead to better…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive study aims to unlock secrets of parathyroid diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows up to 3,000 people who have, are at risk for, or are related to someone with a parathyroid disorder. Researchers will collect medical records, questionnaires, and samples like blood and saliva to learn what causes these conditions and how they change over time.…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Major study tracks rare muscle disease to pave way for future treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study aims to better understand primary mitochondrial myopathy, a rare muscle disease. Researchers will follow 1300 patients and healthy controls, measuring muscle strength, balance, and daily function over time. The goal is to develop and validate tools to tra…
Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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2,000 volunteers to help unlock secrets of metabolic syndrome and prediabetes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will follow 2,000 adults with metabolic syndrome or prediabetes over time to understand how these conditions progress and lead to complications. Researchers will track health records, nutrition, and physical function to find key factors that affect long-term outcomes. …
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Rare disease study seeks clues for future treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tracks the natural course of fucosidosis, a rare genetic disorder, in up to 57 people. It collects medical history and ongoing health data without giving any experimental treatment. The goal is to better understand the disease and help design future therapies.
Sponsor: JCR Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists probe immune cell shifts in ICU patients to unlock sepsis secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study examines how a type of immune cell called gamma delta T cells adapt and function in critically ill patients, both with and without sepsis. Researchers will compare these cells in healthy people, non-septic ICU patients, and septic ICU patients. The goal is to understan…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Researchers launch major study to unravel cholesterol mysteries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about lipid disorders—conditions that affect fats like cholesterol in the blood. Researchers will observe up to 2,000 people with abnormal cholesterol levels to better understand how these disorders develop and how to diagnose them. Participants will…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists watch thyroid conditions unfold in 2,500 patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows up to 2,500 people with thyroid problems like hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, or Graves' disease. Researchers will track how these conditions develop over time using standard medical tests and genetic samples. The goal is to better understand the natural histo…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can tracking MADD's natural course unlock better care?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people with Multiple Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency (MADD) over time to learn how the condition progresses and affects daily life. Researchers will collect health data and patient feedback to identify patterns and potential markers of the disease. The goal i…
Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists probe immune System's role in chronic disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the body's innate immune system responds to certain environmental exposures by measuring inflammation markers in blood. Researchers will collect blood samples from up to 725 healthy volunteers aged 18-45 to analyze how specific genes and proteins react. Th…
Sponsor: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches major study to unravel genetic metabolic mysteries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to better understand and treat people with certain inherited metabolic or genetic disorders. Researchers will use standard medical tests like blood work and imaging to diagnose and care for participants, who may also join other related studies. The goal is to expa…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive study seeks answers for rare inherited nerve diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about rare inherited disorders that affect the brain, spinal cord, muscles, and nerves. Researchers will collect medical history, perform exams, and run genetic tests on up to 3,500 participants. No new treatments are tested; the goal is to better un…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches study to uncover link between infections and mitochondrial disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study at the National Institutes of Health looks at how infections can worsen symptoms in people with mitochondrial disease, a group of disorders that affect energy production in cells. Researchers will evaluate participants' immune systems through blood tests, physical exam…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cured of cushing as a kid? scientists want to track your health for years
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at the long-term health of people who were cured of Cushing disease before age 21. Researchers want to understand how past high cortisol levels affect the body and mind years later. Participants will complete surveys and have check-ups every 5 years. The goal is …
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a photo help diagnose a rare brain disorder?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at facial features of males aged 2 to 40 with creatine transporter deficiency (CTD), a genetic disorder that causes intellectual disability, seizures, and behavioral issues. Researchers will examine photos of participants to see if they share common facial traits…
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive study aims to uncover cancer secrets in rare bone marrow diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis natural history study follows up to 4,000 people with inherited bone marrow failure syndromes (IBMFS) and their families to learn why they are prone to certain cancers. Researchers will track health over time, collect genetic samples, and look for clues that separate those w…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists track rare brain diseases to unlock clues for future treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people with rare genetic disorders that cause harmful substances to build up in the body, leading to brain damage. Researchers will monitor up to 200 participants over time using exams, surveys, and lab tests. The goal is to better understand how these diseases…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks safety of enzyme therapy in babies with rare genetic disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows up to 10 children under 2 years old with acid sphingomyelinase deficiency (ASMD) who are already receiving olipudase alfa (Xenpozyme®) as part of their routine care. Researchers will monitor side effects and immune responses over 1 to 3 years. No new treatment …
Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive global registry launched to unlock secrets of gaucher disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a long-term registry that follows over 1,200 people with Gaucher disease worldwide. It collects real-world data on how the disease progresses and how different treatments, including velaglucerase alfa, work over time. No new drugs are being tested; instead, particip…
Sponsor: Shire • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists watch and learn: no treatment, just tracking blood cancers over time
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows up to 1,000 adults with certain slow-growing blood cancers (CLL, SLL, LPL, WM) to track how the diseases change over time. Participants have regular check-ups and blood draws every 6 to 24 months, and may also have optional biopsies or scans for research. No tr…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diabetes study aims to uncover hidden links between diet and physical decline
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study will follow 2000 adults with type 2 diabetes to see how their eating habits, body composition, and grip strength change over time. Researchers hope to identify patterns that could help improve care. Participants must be 18 or older and able to complete ba…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we map the course of a rare mitochondrial disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis global study follows people with POLG-related disorders, a group of rare mitochondrial conditions, to understand how the disease progresses over time. By observing clinical changes in up to 300 participants of all ages, researchers aim to identify key milestones that could s…
Sponsor: The POLG Foundation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Millions of unpaid caregivers: study tracks hidden health toll
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 2,800 unpaid caregivers of people with chronic conditions like diabetes or inherited disorders. Researchers will survey and interview caregivers over up to 5 years to track changes in their health, stress, and social support. The goal is to understand how careg…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Real-Time glucose data may boost healthy habits in prediabetes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether people with prediabetes and obesity change their eating and activity habits when they can see their glucose levels in real time versus when the data is hidden. Thirty-four adults will wear a continuous glucose monitor during both an open and a blinded pha…
Sponsor: University of Primorska • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks safety of eplontersen in patients with liver transplants
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study monitors the long-term safety of eplontersen, a treatment for transthyretin amyloidosis, in patients who have had a liver transplant or have severe liver impairment. Researchers will track side effects, lab changes, and serious health events in about 320 …
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Elderly lymphoma Patients' Well-Being under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 150 adults aged 70 and older with low-grade non-Hodgkin lymphoma to see how their quality of life changes during treatment. Researchers will use questionnaires to track well-being from diagnosis through one year after therapy starts. The goal is to identify whi…
Sponsor: Fondazione Italiana Linfomi - ETS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hunting the hidden genes that decide who gets porphyria attacks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowAcute intermittent porphyria (AIP) is an inherited disorder that can cause sudden, severe attacks, but not everyone who carries the gene gets sick. Researchers at Mount Sinai are collecting blood, saliva, and urine samples from about 150 people in AIP families, including affected…
Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for lung disease genes in 3,500 volunteers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how genes play a role in lung diseases like cystic fibrosis, asthma, and pulmonary fibrosis. Researchers will examine DNA from up to 3,500 people with and without lung disease to find genetic differences. The goal is to better understand what causes these cond…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to unlock why infections hit mitochondrial disease patients hard
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 400 people with mitochondrial disease and their household members to learn how infections affect them. Researchers will analyze blood samples and health records to find immune patterns linked to severe illness. The goal is to improve care and identify potential…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch deep dive into rare metabolic disease MMA
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about methylmalonic acidemia (MMA) and related disorders by observing people with these conditions over time. Researchers will track complications, perform tests like blood draws and MRIs, and look for new genetic causes. The goal is to better unders…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tests if education can reduce heart risks after spinal cord injury
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to see if a specially designed education module helps people with spinal cord injury (SCI) learn about their increased risk for heart disease, obesity, and metabolic problems. Researchers will enroll 250 adults with SCI and measure changes in knowledge, body weigh…
Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch deep dive into rare bleeding and lung disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome (HPS), a rare inherited disease that causes light skin/eye color, bleeding problems, and often deadly lung scarring. Researchers will follow 600 people with HPS and their family members to track how the disease progres…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists seek genetic clues to mysterious fever diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about the genetics and natural history of autoinflammatory diseases, which cause repeated fevers and inflammation. Researchers will study up to 5,000 people, including patients, their relatives, and healthy volunteers. Participants provide blood and …
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Real-World study tracks Zanubrutinib's impact on blood cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 705 adults with Waldenström's macroglobulinemia, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, marginal zone lymphoma, or follicular lymphoma who are taking zanubrutinib (with or without obinutuzumab). Researchers will track hospital visits, quality of life, and how well the d…
Sponsor: iOMEDICO AG • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fabry disease patients monitored for Real-World treatment effects
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 450 US adults with Fabry disease who are taking migalastat or enzyme replacement therapy. Researchers will track kidney function, heart and brain events, and quality of life over time to see how well these treatments work in everyday practice.
Sponsor: Amicus Therapeutics • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Search for NPC clues could speed future treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find biological markers that can track the progression of Niemann-Pick type C (NPC), a rare genetic disorder that damages the nervous system. Researchers will evaluate 900 patients of any age through regular checkups, spinal taps, eye exams, and brain scans. Th…
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive ATTR amyloidosis study aims to map disease journeys
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study will analyze medical records from over 52,000 people with ATTR amyloidosis, a rare disease where abnormal proteins build up in organs. Researchers want to learn about patients' symptoms, treatments, and outcomes in everyday medical practice. No new treatm…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Researchers launch major study to unravel mysteries of excess male hormones
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis natural history study aims to gather information from up to 3,000 people with genetic conditions that cause too much androgen (male-like hormones), such as congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) and familial male-limited precocious puberty (FMPP). Participants undergo various …
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can diverse tissue samples unlock Obesity's secrets?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowResearchers are building a large, diverse group of adults with varying body sizes, ethnicities, and diabetes risk. They will collect blood, stool, and fat tissue samples to study how obesity relates to diabetes and other health issues. The goal is to create a rich resource for fu…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New patient registry aims to unlock secrets of rare liver disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a global registry that will follow about 150 people with acute hepatic porphyria (AHP) over time. Researchers will collect information on how the disease progresses, how it is managed in real-world settings, and the safety and effectiveness of approved treatments li…
Sponsor: Alnylam Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New laser device could revolutionize eye disease detection
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new non-invasive device that uses laser speckle to measure blood flow and structure inside the eye. Researchers will compare these images with standard vision tests in 500 people with various retinal conditions. The goal is to see if this technology can be…
Sponsor: Randy Kardon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One million volunteers join quest to decode aging
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study will enroll up to one million adults to understand how health, environment, and lifestyle affect aging and disease. Researchers will link participants' clinical data with information from public records, such as pollution and social factors, to create a d…
Sponsor: Longevity Metrics, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One million volunteers join quest to decode aging
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will follow 1,000,000 adults aged 18 and older for the rest of their lives. Researchers will collect health measurements and track who develops diseases, becomes frail, or dies. The goal is to find which tests best predict how well people age, so doctors can one day of…
Sponsor: Longevity Metrics, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch major study to unlock secrets of deadly batten disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 300 people with CLN3 Batten disease, a rare genetic disorder that causes vision loss, seizures, and decline in thinking and movement. Researchers collect samples like blood and spinal fluid to find biological markers that could be used in future treatment trial…
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks pregnancy safety of rare disease drug
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study monitors pregnancy outcomes in women who took patisiran-LNP for hereditary ATTR amyloidosis. Researchers will track birth defects, pregnancy complications, and infant health. The goal is to better understand the drug's safety during pregnancy, not to test a new treatme…
Sponsor: Alnylam Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive global study aims to unlock secrets of rare heart and nerve disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study will follow 1,500 people with ATTR amyloidosis, a rare disease that damages the heart and nerves, for many years. Researchers will track how the disease progresses, how patients are treated in real-world settings, and the safety of two approved drugs, pat…
Sponsor: Alnylam Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive study tests Droid-Assisted health screenings for rural communities
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find the best way to deliver preventive health screenings to people in underserved and rural areas. It will compare different methods, such as interactive health reports, mobile screening units, and even droid-assisted screenings, to see which improves health e…
Sponsor: William Brandenburg, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch Largest-Ever study to unravel rare metabolic disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people with propionic acidemia (PA), a rare metabolic disorder, to track how the disease affects the body over time. Researchers will collect medical history, blood, urine, and other samples, and perform imaging and heart tests during annual hospital visits. Th…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a national registry predict heart attacks in inherited high cholesterol?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows over 4,000 people in Spain who have familial hypercholesterolaemia, an inherited condition causing very high cholesterol and early heart disease. Researchers track their cholesterol levels and any heart events, such as heart attacks or strokes, over time. The g…
Sponsor: Fundación Hipercolesterolemia Familiar • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Do obese children with autism face different heart risks?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether obese children with autism spectrum disorder differ from those without autism in fitness and heart health. Researchers will review medical records of 200 children aged 6 to 18, including step test results, handgrip strength, body measurements, and bloo…
Sponsor: University of Virginia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Researchers launch Long-Term study to understand gaucher disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 200 people with Gaucher disease over many years to learn how the condition affects the body long-term, including the nervous system, liver, and spleen. It also looks at how well current treatments like enzyme replacement therapy work over time. No new treatment…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI hunts for early clues to Parkinson's and Alzheimer's progression
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 600 people with neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and related conditions over 1 to 10 years. Researchers collect data from routine clinical exams, brain imaging, movement analysis, and blood tests. They use statistical tools and artif…
Sponsor: Casa di Cura San Raffaele Cassino • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches study to unlock secrets of rare 'Black Urine' disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about alkaptonuria, a rare genetic disease that causes a pigment to build up in bones and tissues, leading to arthritis and other problems. Researchers will evaluate 300 patients over several years using advanced medical tests. The goal is to better …
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diabetes and fatigue: can special exercise training help?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why people with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes tire more quickly during leg exercises. Researchers will test a special low-load resistance training program, sometimes with blood flow restriction, to see if it improves muscle strength, blood flow, and energy u…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to crack the code of rare brain disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating the first large database for Niemann-Pick type C (NPC), a rare disease that damages the brain, liver, and spleen. Researchers will collect blood samples and medical records from 100 people with NPC to link their genes with their symptoms. The goal is to und…
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study sheds light on pregnancy challenges in rare adrenal disorder
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how women with a severe form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (classic 21-hydroxylase deficiency) become pregnant and what happens during their pregnancies. Researchers will collect information from medical records and phone interviews with 200 adult women. T…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to catch rare cancers early in fanconi anemia patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people with Fanconi anemia, a rare inherited condition that raises the risk of certain cancers, especially squamous cell carcinoma. Researchers will screen 200 participants aged 12 and older every year for up to 10 years using exams, blood tests, and imaging to…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden heart risk: study aims to catch deadly protein buildup before symptoms start
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking for early signs of heart amyloidosis in Black adults who carry a specific gene change (V122I TTR) that raises their risk. Researchers will use heart MRI scans and blood tests to detect protein buildup before symptoms appear. The goal is to find ways to diagn…
Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches study to unravel mysteries of rare CDG diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study from the National Human Genome Research Institute aims to better understand Congenital Disorders of Glycosylation (CDG), a group of rare genetic conditions that affect how the body attaches sugars to proteins and fats. Researchers will examine up to 200 participants, i…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single gene therapy dose keep working for 14 years?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people who received an investigational gene therapy in an earlier iECURE trial for a urea cycle disorder, a condition that can cause dangerous ammonia buildup. Researchers will track safety, side effects, and whether the therapy's effects last over up to 14.5 y…
Sponsor: iECURE, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Your digital twin could help prevent another stroke
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis small study tests a smartphone app that creates a 'digital twin' of the patient to help manage health after a stroke, moyamoya disease, or cerebral amyloid angiopathy. Twenty adults will either use the app plus standard care, or standard care alone. The goal is to see if pat…
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a questionnaire reveal the hidden burden of a rare genetic disease in women?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at women who carry the gene for X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy (X-ALD), a rare inherited condition that mainly affects the nervous system. Although the disease is linked to the X chromosome, up to 80% of female carriers may develop symptoms like leg weakness and b…
Sponsor: Leipzig University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could early surgery for a rare hormone disorder cause lifelong regret?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at adults who were diagnosed with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) as children, a condition that requires lifelong hormone therapy and sometimes early genital surgery. Researchers want to know if that childhood treatment, especially surgery, is linked…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver clues: a new way to stage heart amyloidosis?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether liver function and blood clotting tests can help doctors better understand and monitor cardiac transthyretin amyloidosis (ATTR-CA), a condition where abnormal protein builds up in the heart. Researchers will compare these tests in people with ATTR-CA a…
Sponsor: University of Messina • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fatty acid study aims to unlock secrets of rare metabolic disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how medium-chain and long-chain fatty acids affect metabolism in people with Medium-Chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency (MCADD) and healthy individuals. Researchers will measure ketone bodies, resting metabolic rate, and other factors after participants co…
Sponsor: University of Copenhagen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can early enzyme therapy save kidneys in fabry disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates how Fabry disease damages the kidneys over time, even before routine tests show problems. Researchers will examine kidney biopsies and function in 50 patients, some of whom receive enzyme replacement therapy. They aim to see if starting treatment earlier o…
Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple nutrient fix power plants in cells of septic shock patients?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding certain nutrients to blood cells from people with septic shock can help restore the cells' energy-making machinery (mitochondria). Researchers will collect blood samples from 55 patients in the ICU and test these nutrients in the lab. The goal i…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Angers • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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PCOS study hunts for genetic clues behind severe insulin resistance
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out whether some women diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) actually have a rare genetic condition causing severe insulin resistance. Researchers will compare 25 women with a known LMNA gene mutation (linked to lipodystrophy) to 50 women with cl…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can blood and urine markers reveal how rare kidney diseases progress?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people with rare inherited forms of kidney stones and chronic kidney disease, such as primary hyperoxaluria, cystinuria, and Dent disease, to learn how these conditions develop over time. Researchers will measure markers of inflammation in blood and urine and t…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Worldwide data pool could pave the way for mitochondrial disease trials
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a global registry for people with mitochondrial disorders—rare diseases that affect energy production in cells. By collecting health data from 6,000 participants worldwide, researchers aim to understand how these diseases progress and identify the best ways to …
Sponsor: LMU Klinikum • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a national registry unlock the genetic secrets of glycogen storage diseases in indian children?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a nationwide registry of Indian children with hepatic glycogen storage diseases (GSDs), a group of inherited metabolic disorders affecting the liver and muscles. By collecting genetic, clinical, and outcome data from 250 children, researchers hope to map…
Sponsor: Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences, India • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to cut diagnostic delays for rare bone disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 130 adults with hypophosphatasia, a rare bone disorder, to understand how they are diagnosed and what symptoms they have. Researchers hope to find ways to reduce the long delay between first symptoms and diagnosis. No treatment is being tested; this is purely a…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Rare disease mystery: can tracking SPLIS patients unlock its secrets?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people with SPLIS, a rare inherited metabolic condition, to map its natural history—how the disease unfolds over time. Researchers will track growth, organ function, quality of life, and survival in about 28 participants. The goal is to understand the full rang…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists investigate why cystinosis causes early aging
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how energy production inside cells (mitochondria) works in people with cystinosis, a rare disease that causes cystine buildup and early aging. Researchers will measure cell energy activity in 25 patients and compare it to healthy people. The goal is to underst…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV and fatty liver: a hidden link under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 250 people newly diagnosed with HIV and 161 healthy volunteers over five years to see who develops metabolic fatty liver disease (MASLD). Researchers use annual blood tests, ultrasounds, and FibroScans to measure liver fat and stiffness. The goal is to uncover …
Sponsor: Yaşar Bayındır, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Chew your way to a new jawline? science puts hard gum to the test
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study investigates whether regularly chewing a hard gum for four weeks can produce measurable changes in facial shape. Twenty healthy adults aged 20 to 40 will chew a standardized hard gum every other day, and researchers will use 3D facial imaging to track any shifts …
Sponsor: UConn Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A 10-second sprint may reveal who gains the most muscle from weight training
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether a person's glycolytic power — how efficiently their body uses sugar for quick energy — can predict muscle growth from resistance training. Healthy adults who have not done structured weight lifting in the past year will take a 10-second all-out cyc…
Sponsor: Technical University of Munich • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could the gut hold the key to calming autoinflammatory Flare-Ups?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether gut bacteria and the chemicals they produce influence inflammation in people with autoinflammatory diseases such as FMF, CAPS, and MKD. Researchers will analyze stool and blood samples from 300 patients to measure gut-derived metabolites and assess…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could early lipid screening in High-Risk kids prevent future heart attacks?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study screens children and adolescents aged 5 to 18 who have chronic conditions like congenital heart disease, inflammatory bowel disease, celiac disease, or rheumatic diseases for lipid metabolism disorders. Participants provide a blood sample and complete a questionnaire a…
Sponsor: Alexandra Miriam Kiess • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New tablet test aims to spot language problems in young psychiatry patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study will test a tablet-based tool called TICOALA that checks language comprehension and learning in children aged 3 to 7 who visit a child psychiatry service in Paris. Researchers want to see if children, parents, and clinicians find the tool acceptable and if a larg…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier St Anne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks rare bone disease to unlock clues for better diagnosis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is observing 55 children and adults in Russia who have hypophosphatasia (HPP), a rare genetic bone disease. Researchers will track symptoms, lab results, and quality of life to learn how the disease naturally progresses. No treatments are being tested—the goal is to ga…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI model could predict who needs a lung transplant for rare emphysema
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a prediction tool for people with emphysema caused by alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency, a rare genetic disorder. Researchers will analyze clinical data, lab results, and lung CT scans from 230 patients to identify those at highest risk of death or needing …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Italian study to track Real-World use of Next-Gen cholesterol drugs
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will look at how consistently nearly 6,000 adults in Italy take three newer cholesterol-lowering drugs (inclisiran, evolocumab, and alirocumab) over the long term. Researchers will analyze prescription records to measure adherence and persistence in everyday medical pr…
Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden eating disorders may affect PKU patients on strict diets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether people with phenylketonuria (PKU) are more likely to develop eating disorders and obesity due to their restrictive, high-carbohydrate diet. Researchers will examine 70 PKU patients to understand the link between diet, eating behaviors, and weight. …
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive german study to track how blood cancer patients really fare
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a large registry that will follow nearly 3,000 people with blood cancers like chronic lymphocytic leukemia and several types of lymphoma. Researchers will collect information on treatments, how the disease progresses, and patients' quality of life over time. The goa…
Sponsor: iOMEDICO AG • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Global registry aims to crack the code of rare kidney stone diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects medical information from people around the world who have one of four rare hereditary kidney stone diseases: primary hyperoxaluria, Dent disease, cystinuria, or APRT deficiency. By gathering data from many patients, researchers hope to better understand how th…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nationwide registry aims to crack the code of a rare protein-clogging disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a national registry in Hungary that collects medical information from people diagnosed with systemic amyloidosis, a rare disease where abnormal proteins build up in organs. Researchers will look at patient records to understand how the disease starts, how it is diag…
Sponsor: Semmelweis University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Rare disease database aims to boost cystinosis care across europe
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis European study will follow 400 people with cystinosis, a rare genetic disease that causes cystine buildup in cells. Researchers will collect medical and quality-of-life data to understand how the disease progresses and how care can be improved. The study does not test any ne…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Exercise tests may unlock hidden heart risks in fabry disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how well people with Anderson-Fabry disease can exercise and how their hearts respond to stress. Researchers will use treadmill tests, echocardiograms, and heart scans to measure heart function during rest and exercise. The goal is to find better ways to detec…
Sponsor: IRCCS Policlinico S. Donato • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Do patients take their meds? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study at Necker Hospital in Paris is checking how well patients with inherited metabolic diseases follow their daily oral medication routines. About 200 patients (children aged 7 and up, teens, and adults) will fill out a questionnaire during a regular visit. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Childhood trauma linked to stress hormones in obese women, new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether childhood trauma is linked to changes in stress hormones and inflammation in obese women. Researchers will measure cortisol levels in saliva and urine, along with other markers, in 102 women. The goal is to better understand how past experiences might …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Study links gum health to rare kidney diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at gum disease in people with rare kidney disorders like Alport syndrome, Fabry disease, and tuberous sclerosis, as well as lupus. Researchers will compare 100 participants to those with chronic kidney disease and healthy controls. They aim to understand how comm…
Sponsor: Stefan Lujinschi • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart scan study aims to predict artery disease in High-Risk patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 300 adults aged 30–60 with genetically confirmed familial hypercholesterolemia, a condition causing very high cholesterol. Researchers use CT scans to see how coronary artery plaques change over 5 years. The goal is to better understand disease progression and …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New study uses motion capture to understand balance problems in MS
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is observing 40 adults with multiple sclerosis to see how clinical tests of balance and walking relate to detailed motion-capture measurements. Participants will attend one session where they walk on force plates and perform balance tasks while cameras track their move…
Sponsor: University of Patras • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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PKU diagnosis: a study on breaking the news to families
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how parents and doctors handle the moment a newborn is diagnosed with phenylketonuria (PKU) through routine screening. Researchers will interview 80 parents and medical staff to understand the emotional impact and find ways to improve how the diagnosis is shar…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Metformin pause: does a Two-Week break worsen blood sugar control?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at what happens when adults with metabolic syndrome stop taking their usual metformin medication for 14 days. Researchers want to see if a short break affects insulin sensitivity, blood sugar levels, and other health markers. Participants will be randomly assigne…
Sponsor: University of Castilla-La Mancha • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Hunt for hidden cancer genes: families needed to unlock hereditary secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to discover new genes that may cause certain cancers to run in families. Researchers will collect blood samples and health information from 1,500 people in families where multiple members have had cancer, especially childhood cancers. The goal is to build a regist…
Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Your personality might predict your lab results
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether personality traits are linked to routine lab test results in 1,000 adults getting a health check-up. Participants fill out a personality questionnaire and provide blood samples. The goal is to see if certain personality types are more likely to have ab…
Sponsor: Medical Center TOPMED • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Exercise rewires fat tissue at the cellular level, study hints
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates how exercise affects the structure and function of fat tissue in adults aged 18-40 with obesity or metabolic syndrome. Participants are randomly assigned to either an exercise program or a sedentary control group. All undergo a 10% weight loss phase, then …
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New study paves way for future treatments in rare brain disorder
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at people with creatine transporter deficiency, a rare genetic condition that causes intellectual disability, seizures, and movement problems. Researchers want to find the best tests to measure symptoms, since many standard tests are too hard for these patients. …
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Thousands join fight against blindness by sharing their stories
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis registry collects information from people with inherited retinal diseases, like retinitis pigmentosa and Stargardt disease. Participants share their symptoms, family history, and genetic test results online. The goal is to help researchers understand these rare diseases and …
Sponsor: Foundation Fighting Blindness • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New study aims to decode rare bone disease without surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is for children with Morquio A, a rare genetic disease that affects bones and breathing. Researchers will use safe, non-invasive tests like MRI, X-rays, hearing tests, and walking analysis to track how the disease changes over time. The goal is to better understand the…
Sponsor: Nemours Children's Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Could a less strict diet improve life for adults with rare glycogen storage disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adults with glycogen storage disease type I (GSDI) can safely include more fructose and galactose in their diet. Currently, patients must avoid these sugars, which limits food choices. Researchers will give 20 adults either fructose alone or fructose p…
Sponsor: Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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8,000 young volunteers help scientists uncover genetic roots of obesity
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is recruiting 8,000 young Chinese adults with obesity (BMI 30 or higher) to investigate how genes and clinical features contribute to obesity and metabolic syndrome. Researchers aim to better understand the underlying causes, which could eventually lead to improved tre…
Sponsor: Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Baby jaundice may leave lasting marks on teeth, new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how common tooth staining is in children who had very high bilirubin levels (jaundice) early in life. Researchers will check 120 children with certain liver conditions to see if their teeth are discolored and whether that affects their daily life. The goal is …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New study tracks rare brain disease in children to pave way for future treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 30 children and young adults with Sanfilippo syndrome type C, a rare genetic disorder that causes severe brain damage. Researchers will measure changes in development and thinking skills over time using standard tests. The goal is to better understand how the d…
Sponsor: Phoenix Nest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Blood markers may reveal hidden risks in obesity
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at two blood inflammation markers, SII and SIRI, to see if they can help predict metabolic problems like insulin resistance and fatty liver in people who are overweight or have obesity. Researchers will follow 200 adults for up to 3 years, tracking their diet, la…
Sponsor: University of Rijeka • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Brazil launches massive heart gene hunt to unlock hereditary mysteries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is building a registry of 1,211 people in Brazil who have inherited heart conditions like cardiomyopathy, arrhythmias, and Marfan syndrome. Researchers will collect DNA samples and medical information to discover which genes are most commonly affected and how often the…
Sponsor: Hospital do Coracao • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New blood test safety check for rare disease drug monitoring
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at the safety of a special blood test system used to measure arginine levels in people with ARG1 deficiency who are taking the drug Loargys. The test system includes special blood collection tubes that stop the drug from breaking down arginine after the sample is…
Sponsor: Immedica Pharma US Inc • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Protein showdown: animal vs. plant – which is better for your blood sugar?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how different sources of protein (animal vs. plant, and whole foods vs. protein powders) affect blood sugar control and insulin sensitivity in people with metabolic syndrome. Researchers will measure blood sugar levels over 24 hours and use a special test to s…
Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New study aims to unlock mysteries of rare sun allergy disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study is gathering information on how erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP) and X-linked porphyria (XLP) affect people aged 12 and older. Over 6 months, researchers will track symptoms, light exposure, and blood levels of protoporphyrin IX (PPIX) in 50 participan…
Sponsor: Portal Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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2,500 puerto ricans join landmark health study to uncover hidden disease triggers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 2,500 adults aged 30-75 in Puerto Rico to track chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Researchers will collect data on diet, stress, and lifestyle over two years to identify trends and risk factors. The goal is to guide public health prior…
Sponsor: Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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PKU gene study seeks clues in adult health
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how genes and body chemistry are linked in adults with phenylketonuria (PKU) who were treated early in life. Researchers will analyze blood and saliva samples from 149 participants to find patterns that may explain differences in health and thinking skills. No…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New national registry aims to unlock secrets of rare childhood liver diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a Canadian registry for children under 18 with Alagille syndrome or genetic intrahepatic cholestasis, rare liver conditions that cause bile buildup. Researchers will collect health data from medical records over time to understand how these diseases progress an…
Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New study maps insulin resistance across diverse groups
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how fasting insulin and insulin resistance differ based on age, sex, race/ethnicity, body weight, and PCOS diagnosis. Researchers will analyze data from 150 adults to find patterns that may explain why some groups face higher metabolic risks. The goal is to be…
Sponsor: Ali Chappell • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Aging clues in cells may unlock fertility secrets for women after failed IVF
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether measuring telomeres—parts of our cells linked to aging—can help explain why some women still can't get pregnant even after fertility treatments. Fifteen women aged 25 to 42 will get blood tests to check their biological age, then receive a personalized…
Sponsor: BEYOND GENOMiX SA, AG, Ltd • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New study aims to uncover hidden kidney disease in rural africa
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will track 1,200 adults in semi-rural Tanzania to find out how common chronic kidney disease (CKD) is and what factors increase the risk. Participants will have blood and urine tests at the start, after 90 days, and again after one year. The goal is to create better wa…
Sponsor: Swiss Tropical & Public Health Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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IBS study: does weak starch digestion spike gut troubles?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) who have a reduced ability to break down starch and sugar due to low enzyme levels. Researchers want to see if these individuals have a smaller rise in blood sugar after a meal and more bowel symptoms compared to thos…
Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Baby brain waves may reveal future learning risks after heart surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether brain wave tests (EEG) done before and after heart surgery in babies under 1 year old can predict later learning or behavior problems, such as autism or ADHD. About 50 infants will be followed to age 2. The goal is to find early warning signs so that c…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New study aims to unlock why lynch syndrome patients still get cancer despite surveillance
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 300 people with Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition that raises the risk of colorectal cancer. Researchers want to understand why some patients still develop cancer even with regular check-ups. They will analyze blood, gut bacteria, and hair samples to find cl…
Sponsor: San Raffaele University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Scientists probe cell energy in long COVID mystery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the body's cells use oxygen in people with long COVID compared to those fully recovered. Researchers will measure oxygen use in blood cells, skin, and muscle to see if there are differences. The goal is to better understand long COVID and test if these mea…
Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Exercise plus diet: the secret to lasting metabolic health?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at what happens inside your fat tissue when you lose weight with or without exercise. 68 adults with obesity will lose 10% of their body weight through diet, with some also doing moderate exercise. Researchers will measure insulin sensitivity, fat breakdown, and …
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New MRI technique could spot hidden heart risks in fabry patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a special type of cardiac MRI can find early signs of heart damage in people with Fabry disease. Researchers will follow 300 adults with Fabry disease over time, using MRI, ECG, and blood tests to see which patients later develop serious heart proble…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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1,000 patients to be studied for 2 years after bariatric surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1,000 people who are having weight-loss (bariatric) surgery. Researchers will measure changes in weight, body fat, blood sugar, cholesterol, and other health markers before surgery and at several follow-up visits over two years. The goal is to better understand…
Sponsor: Medical University of Bialystok • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Fixing heart valves may improve sleep apnea, new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study watches 150 adults with heart valve problems who are getting a procedure (TAVI or M-TEER) to see if it helps their sleep-disordered breathing. Participants take a sleep test before the procedure and again 6 months later. The goal is to learn how fixing heart valves mig…
Sponsor: Aristides Plaitis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Scientists probe fat Tissue's secret life during weight gain
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how fat tissue changes when people gain weight from overeating. Researchers will ask 58 overweight adults to either maintain their weight or eat 30% more calories for a short time. By tracking fat cell growth and other changes, they hope to understand why some…
Sponsor: Pennington Biomedical Research Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New registry aims to unlock secrets of rare childhood diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects information from up to 250 patients with lysosomal storage diseases (like certain forms of MPS, Pompe, Gaucher, and Wolman disease) to understand how these conditions develop and respond to treatments given before birth. Researchers will track symptoms, lab re…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Glucose monitor study aims to uncover hidden signs of prediabetes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses the FreeStyle Libre 3 continuous glucose monitor to record blood sugar levels in 2,000 adults, both with and without prediabetes. The goal is to identify patterns that could help spot prediabetes earlier. Participants wear the monitor for a period while going abou…
Sponsor: Abbott Diabetes Care • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New study seeks easier diabetes test for pregnant women after weight-loss surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether routine blood sugar tests (like fasting glucose and HbA1c) can predict gestational diabetes in pregnant women who have had bariatric surgery and cannot tolerate the standard sugary drink test. Researchers will follow 84 women throughout pregnancy to se…
Sponsor: Burak Deniz Aydoğdu • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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500-Patient study aims to unlock secrets of brain bleeding disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting medical data and brain scans from 500 people with cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA), a condition that causes bleeding in the brain and memory problems in older adults. Researchers want to better understand how the disease progresses and find markers that …
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New italian registry aims to unlock secrets of rare heart disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a large database of 1,000 people with ATTR amyloidosis, a rare disease that causes abnormal protein buildup in organs. Researchers will collect health information over time to better understand how the disease progresses and to develop tools that help docto…
Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo di Pavia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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5G Radiation's hidden impact on skin revealed in new trial
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how high-frequency 5G waves (27.5 GHz) affect the skin. Researchers will expose healthy volunteers and people with certain skin conditions to these waves and analyze skin cell changes using advanced techniques. The goal is to understand any biological effects,…
Sponsor: Prof. Olivier Gaide, MD-PhD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Blood cells may reveal hidden heart risks in diabetes patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find early warning signs of heart failure in people with type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome by analyzing immune cells from a blood sample. Researchers will compare calcium and inflammation signals in these cells between patients with and without heart probl…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Gene hunt for mysterious adult liver disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is using advanced whole-genome sequencing to find hidden genetic causes of cholestatic liver disease in adults whose condition remains unexplained after standard tests. Researchers will compare the DNA of 60 affected adults to a large group of healthy controls. The goa…
Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda, Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Massive genetic diabetes hunt launches in china
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a large digital registry to find and understand rare forms of diabetes caused by a single gene (monogenic diabetes). Researchers will enroll up to 5,000 people in China who were diagnosed with diabetes at a young age and test their DNA. The goal is to learn…
Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Blood marker may reveal hidden heart risk in new hypertension patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is checking whether people newly diagnosed with high blood pressure who also have high homocysteine levels are more likely to have early signs of heart stiffness. Researchers will measure homocysteine in blood and use ultrasound to look at heart function in 500 adults.…
Sponsor: Necmettin Erbakan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New study tracks PKU drug palynziq in pregnancy: what are the risks?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 50 pregnant women with phenylketonuria (PKU) who have taken the drug Palynziq (pegvaliase) around the time of pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Researchers will track pregnancy outcomes and infant health, including birth defects and development. The goal is to …
Sponsor: BioMarin Pharmaceutical • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Pancreatic fat linked to diabetes: new ultrasound score could predict risk
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how fat buildup in the pancreas (pancreatic steatosis) is connected to type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. Researchers will use a special ultrasound technique to measure the fat and see how it relates to the cells that make insulin. The goal is to better u…
Sponsor: Catholic University of the Sacred Heart • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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3,000 patients to help doctors better understand cirrhosis and transplant care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 3,000 adults with cirrhosis or who have had a liver transplant at a French hospital. Researchers will track survival and complications like bleeding or infections to learn how to improve patient care. The goal is to collect data and samples to better understand…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Researchers launch study to understand rare paralysis conditions
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting health data and blood samples from 100 people with specific types of hereditary spastic paraplegia (SPG4 and SPG5A). The goal is to create a shared database and biobank to better understand how the disease progresses. This information will help prepare fo…
Sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New glucose tracking could catch transplant trouble early
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 36 people with type 1 diabetes who have received a pancreatic islet transplant. Researchers will use continuous glucose monitors to see if a measure called 'Time in Tight Range' can detect early loss of graft function. The goal is to find a simple way to spot p…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Can exercise change your gut bacteria? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how different amounts of supervised indoor cycling change gut bacteria and related substances in healthy men aged 18 to 45. Participants will be placed into one of three groups: no structured training, moderate cycling, or high-load cycling. Researchers will m…
Sponsor: Stefan De Smet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New registry aims to fill gap on fabry drug safety in pregnancy
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis 10-year observational registry will follow up to 10 women with Fabry disease who received pegunigalsidase alfa (Elfabrio) around the time of pregnancy or while breastfeeding, along with their infants. Researchers will track pregnancy outcomes, birth defects, and infant healt…
Sponsor: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Scientists probe bone marrow cells to unravel waldenström macroglobulinemia
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at bone marrow stem cells from 50 people with Waldenström macroglobulinemia, a rare blood cancer. Researchers want to see how these cells differ from healthy ones and how they might help the cancer grow. The goal is to better understand the disease, which could l…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New study screens newborns for inherited high cholesterol
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to identify different types of familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) in infants and newborns. Expectant parents with FH will provide a cheek swab for genetic testing, and their babies will have 5 blood samples collected over 2 years. The goal is to improve early dete…
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Pompe disease study peers into the brain for hidden clues
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn how Pompe disease affects the brain and nerves over the long term. Researchers will use brain scans, thinking and language tests, and muscle checks in 45 people with Pompe disease. Participants will be followed for 3 to 6 years. No new treatment is being …
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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New registry aims to unlock secrets of rare LAL deficiency
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a registry that will follow up to 300 people with LAL deficiency, a rare genetic disorder that causes fat buildup in the body. Researchers will collect information over time to better understand how the disease progresses and how it affects patients. No new treatmen…
Sponsor: Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Scientists launch largest-ever natural history study for rare bone disease hypophosphatasia
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 200 children and adults with hypophosphatasia (HPP), a rare genetic disorder that weakens bones and teeth. Researchers will collect medical history, track disease progression, and assess quality of life over time. The goal is to better understand how HPP affect…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Massive global effort to understand inherited high cholesterol
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is building a large global database of people with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), a genetic condition causing very high cholesterol and early heart disease. Researchers will analyze data from over 60,000 participants across nearly 60 countries to better understand…
Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Exercise study aims to unlock Muscle-Nerve secrets in rare disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how exercise training changes muscle cells in people with mitochondrial myopathy, a rare disease that affects energy production. Researchers will compare a trained leg to an untrained leg in the same person, and also compare results with healthy volunteers. Th…
Sponsor: University of Copenhagen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Scientists probe Lactate's role in metabolic syndrome
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether high blood lactate levels in people with metabolic syndrome cause problems with fat breakdown and blood sugar control. Researchers will raise lactate levels in healthy volunteers using an IV infusion and then measure how their body handles fat and suga…
Sponsor: Ricardo Mora • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Gut check: new study probes how hepatitis drug changes your microbiome
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the drug bulevirtide changes gut bacteria and bile acids in people with hepatitis delta (a serious liver infection). Researchers will follow 20 patients for 48 weeks, collecting stool and blood samples to see how these changes relate to liver health. The g…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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30-Year data dive aims to unlock secrets of rare blood cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a national registry of 1,000 people in Spain diagnosed with Waldenström macroglobulinemia or a related condition (IgM-MGUS) over the past 30 years. Researchers will review medical records to understand patient characteristics, treatments, and long-term outc…
Sponsor: Fundación Española de Hematología y Hemoterapía • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Can your weight speed up aging? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how obesity and aging are connected by looking at blood markers in 650 young and older adults with or without obesity. Participants will provide blood samples and undergo imaging tests to measure biological age and fat distribution. The goal is to la…
Sponsor: Thomas Scherer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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MRI study probes hidden heart risks in HIV patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares fat storage around the heart and liver in people with HIV versus the general population using MRI scans. Researchers aim to understand why HIV-positive individuals have double the risk of heart attacks. The study involves 100 participants aged 40 and older wit…
Sponsor: University of Liverpool • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New study tracks how Weight-Loss surgery resolves diabetes and sleep apnea
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 35 people with severe obesity who are having mini-gastric bypass surgery. Researchers want to see how the surgery changes body composition and improves related health issues like type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, high blood pressure, and fatty liver disease. The go…
Sponsor: All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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2000-Patient study aims to uncover hidden metabolic risks in rare genetic disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study will follow 2000 children and adults with imprinting disorders—rare genetic conditions like Silver-Russell and Prader-Willi syndromes. Researchers aim to describe the natural history of these diseases and identify common metabolic profiles, risks for obes…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New study to measure hidden toll of rare skin diseases on patients and families
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand the full burden of 9 rare skin diseases—including physical, emotional, social, and financial challenges—on patients and their families. Researchers will use special questionnaires to track how these conditions affect daily life and care needs. About …
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Scientists probe fat mystery in rare disease to pave way for new drugs
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how people with lipoprotein lipase (LPL) deficiency, a rare condition that causes extremely high blood fat levels, handle dietary fats. Researchers will use special imaging and breath tests to see where fat goes in the body and how it's used for energy. The go…
Sponsor: Université de Sherbrooke • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Scientists probe immune weakness in rare mitochondrial disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how mitochondrial diseases might weaken the immune system. Researchers will collect blood samples from 60 people with confirmed mitochondrial disorders and compare their immune cells and antibodies to healthy controls. The goal is to better understand these im…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Heart MRI may unlock secrets of thick heart muscle diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses advanced heart MRI scans to look at blood flow patterns in people with different types of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (thick heart muscle), including rare forms like Anderson-Fabry disease and cardiac amyloidosis. Researchers will also study first-degree relatives…
Sponsor: IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Scientists launch massive mitochondrial disease registry to unlock secrets of rare disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a large registry and tissue bank for people with mitochondrial disorders. Researchers will collect medical information and samples from up to 1,000 participants, including those diagnosed with or suspected to have a mitochondrial disease. The goal is to gat…
Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Massive SCAD registry aims to unlock mysteries of rare heart attacks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a large registry of people who have had a spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), a type of heart attack. Researchers will collect medical history and follow participants over time to learn more about risk factors, treatments, and long-term outcomes.…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Wine's secret signals: study probes how a glass affects aging cells
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how moderate wine consumption changes tiny particles called extracellular vesicles, which help cells communicate. Eight healthy adults aged 35-65 will drink red wine, white wine, or water, and researchers will analyze their blood for changes in these particles…
Sponsor: University of Seville • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Skin elasticity study aims to uncover side effects of Wilson's drug
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at skin damage caused by D-Penicillamine, a common treatment for Wilson's disease. Researchers will measure skin elasticity in 120 participants, including patients and healthy volunteers, using silicone molds and laser analysis. The goal is to better understand h…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Ketone power: could a drink boost insulin sensitivity?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a ketone supplement can improve how the body uses insulin and burns energy. Ten overweight adults aged 55-70 will receive different combinations of growth hormone, a ketone drink, or placebos on separate days. Using advanced PET scans and tissue samples, …
Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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500 patients join hunt for genetic clues in brain vessel disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is following 500 people with cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD) to see how their genes affect their brain scans, symptoms, and health over time. Participants get genetic testing and MRI scans at the start and again after 1-2 years. The goal is to better understand th…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New study tracks eye disease in rare genetic disorder
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 30 people with Zellweger Spectrum Disorder over 5 years to understand how their vision changes over time. Participants will have yearly vision tests, physical exams, and blood work. The goal is to define the course of retinal degeneration and find the best ways…
Sponsor: McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Hidden mineral shortage: new study targets magnesium in gut patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study from Aarhus University is looking at how common magnesium deficiency is in people with Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, ileostomy, or bile acid diarrhea. Magnesium is important for muscles, nerves, and heart health, but standard blood tests may miss a deficiency. T…
Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can a quick urine test replace the All-Day collection for wilson disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how copper levels in urine change throughout the day in people with Wilson disease, a genetic condition that causes copper buildup. Currently, patients must collect all urine over 24 hours to monitor treatment, which is inconvenient. Researchers want to see if…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Rare genes reveal secrets of diabetes and insulin disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at people with rare genetic changes that affect beta cells, which control blood sugar. Researchers will collect blood samples and optional MRI scans to find biomarkers and understand how these genes change body function. No treatment is given, and participants co…
Sponsor: University of Exeter • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Heart attack mystery: new study tracks SCAD patients to find answers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is following 300 people in Norway who have had a spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), a rare cause of heart attacks, especially in women. Researchers will use scans, blood tests, and questionnaires to track their health for one year. The goal is to better und…
Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Blood particles may reveal hidden heart disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether tiny particles released by cells into the blood, called extracellular vesicles, can help detect a type of heart disease called ATTR amyloidosis earlier. The disease often goes unnoticed until serious damage occurs. Researchers will compare these partic…
Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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20,000 volunteers join quest to unlock secrets of chronic disease in rural china
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will follow 20,000 adults in rural China for three years to understand how chronic diseases like high blood pressure, diabetes, and frailty develop. Participants will provide health data and samples to build a comprehensive database. The goal is to create better diseas…
Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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No more needles? new study tests ultrasound-based liver check for kids with rare disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at using liver elastography, a non-invasive ultrasound-like technique, to measure liver fibrosis in children with type III glycogen storage disease (GSDIII). The goal is to see if this method can replace painful liver biopsies for monitoring disease progression. …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New study tests if cutting insulin boosts heart health in type 1 diabetes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early-phase study looks at whether reducing high insulin levels (common in type 1 diabetes) with an SGLT2 inhibitor can improve heart and blood sugar health. Researchers will compare people with type 1 diabetes, those with a mild genetic diabetes (GCK-MODY), and healthy volu…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Rare baby diabetes study could rewrite treatment rules
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at babies diagnosed with type 1 diabetes before age 2, a rare and extreme form of the disease. Researchers want to understand what goes wrong in the immune system to cause such early onset. By studying these children and comparing them to others with diabetes and…
Sponsor: University of Exeter • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Worldwide effort to unlock secrets of rare cholesterol disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is building a global database of 1000 people with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), a rare inherited condition causing extremely high cholesterol from birth. Researchers are gathering de-identified medical data from clinics around the world to better und…
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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New study aims to answer: is breastfeeding safe for moms with Wilson's disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at copper levels in breast milk from women with Wilson's disease who are on treatment. Wilson's disease causes copper buildup, and treatment can lower copper, which might affect breast milk. The goal is to find out if breastfeeding is safe for their babies. About…
Sponsor: Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Saliva test may reveal hidden clues in Wilson's disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at dental health and oral quality of life in people with Wilson's disease, comparing those with liver versus neurological symptoms to healthy controls. Researchers will collect saliva samples and use questionnaires and dental exams to see if copper levels in sali…
Sponsor: Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Wilson's disease heart risks under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether Wilson's disease, a condition where copper builds up in the body, also damages the heart. Researchers will monitor 150 adults with Wilson's disease using heart scans, blood tests, and long-term heart rhythm recorders. The goal is to find out how often …
Sponsor: Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New study asks: is fabry treatment worth it for seniors?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowFabry disease is a rare genetic condition that can cause pain, heart and kidney problems, and strokes. This study follows 100 people aged 65 and older with Fabry disease for 5 years, comparing those who receive specific treatment with those who do not. Researchers will measure qu…
Sponsor: Wladimir MAUHIN, Dr • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New registry aims to uncover how aging affects blood cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a registry of 5,000 adults aged 50 and older with blood cancers like multiple myeloma and lymphoma. Researchers will track frailty, muscle loss, and other age-related health issues to better understand this group's needs. The goal is to gather information that …
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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20,000 patients needed to unlock gene secrets of obesity and diabetes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how a person's weight and blood sugar levels influence the activity of genes in tissues that process sugar and fat. Researchers will collect tissue samples from 20,000 adults undergoing abdominal surgery. The goal is to learn more about the link betw…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Massive european registry launches to unlock secrets of rare fat disorder
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a European registry for people with lipodystrophy, a rare condition where the body loses or lacks fat tissue. Researchers will follow up to 5,000 patients over time, collecting health data and genetic information. The goal is to better understand the disease, its pr…
Sponsor: University of Ulm • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Sitting less, moving more: new study reveals Body-Wide effects of activity changes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how increasing or decreasing physical activity changes the way your body works. Forty overweight adults aged 50-65 will either become less active for 3 months then retrain, or become more active for 6 months. Researchers will measure fitness, muscle strength, …
Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New cancer drugs may harm hearts – study aims to find Who's at risk
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 100 people taking newer BTK inhibitor drugs (acalabrutinib or zanubrutinib) for blood cancers like leukemia or lymphoma. Researchers want to see how often these drugs cause high blood pressure or heart rhythm problems, and find early warning signs. Participants…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New study aims to sharpen prognosis tools for rare blood cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 500 people with Waldenström macroglobulinemia, a rare blood cancer, to check how well current scoring systems predict survival and treatment response. Researchers will track patients over time, including those without symptoms, to refine these tools. The goal …
Sponsor: French Innovative Leukemia Organisation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Green walks and diet may shield hearts from city pollution
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how tiny air pollution particles and noise affect the heart and metabolism of adults aged 45-64 in Kaunas City. Researchers will test if daily walks in green spaces or following a Mediterranean diet can improve health markers. About 180 participants will wear …
Sponsor: Regina Grazuleviciene • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New study seeks biomarkers to personalize radiation for nasopharyngeal cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study enrolls 500 adults with nasopharyngeal carcinoma (stage I-III) who are receiving chemoradiotherapy with either proton or photon radiation. Researchers will collect imaging scans and blood samples to find markers that predict how well the cancer responds, side effects, …
Sponsor: Cheng-En Hsieh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Massive study seeks 50,000 to unlock Alpha-1 secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, a genetic condition that can affect the lungs and liver. Researchers will enroll up to 50,000 people who are at risk due to symptoms or family history. Participants will complete questionnaires to help track heal…
Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Do special diets cause eating disorders in kids? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how often young children (ages 1 to 6) with inherited metabolic diseases develop eating disorders when they are on special diets. Researchers will use a feeding scale to measure eating problems in 200 children. The goal is to understand the link between these …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Goat milk may be gentler on stomachs sensitive to cow milk
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares how well people who report cow milk intolerance digest goat milk versus cow milk. Twenty participants will drink both types of milk on separate days, and researchers will measure digestive discomfort and how nutrients are absorbed. The goal is to see if goat m…
Sponsor: Institut National de Recherche pour l'Agriculture, l'Alimentation et l'Environnement • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Major study aims to better measure muscular dystrophy progression
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis 24-month observational study will follow up to 1000 people with certain types of muscular dystrophy (LGMD, DM2, and late-onset Pompe disease) aged 6-50. Researchers want to see if specific physical tests, like the North Star Assessment and a 100-meter walk, are good ways to …
Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Can a simple blood test predict blindness before it starts?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at people who carry genetic changes linked to Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON) but still have normal vision. Researchers want to see if certain chemicals in the blood and tears can signal early nerve damage in the eye, before vision loss occurs. The goal …
Sponsor: Hôpital Necker-Enfants Malades • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Could a gene flaw weaken immunity in Alpha-1 patients?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why some people with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) get more respiratory infections. Researchers will compare immune responses to a pneumonia vaccine (PCV20) in 30 adults who carry one abnormal copy of the SERPINA1 gene. Half have had frequent…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC