SLEEP

This study looks at whether improving sleep habits can help teenagers with overweight or obesity better regulate blood sugar and energy. Researchers will enroll 60 teens aged 14-19 who get less than 7 hours of sleep on school nights. For two weeks, participants will follow a slee…

This study tests whether drinking a ketone supplement (Ketone-IQ) before sleep can improve sleep quality and reduce breathing pauses in people with moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea. Thirty adults who already use CPAP will try the drink for two nights and a placebo for t…

This study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called so-tDCS in 80 older adults (ages 60-85) who have mild memory and sleep complaints. Participants will receive either real or sham stimulation over 4 weeks. Researchers will track changes in memory, sleep quality, a…

This 4-week trial tests a biofield patch (a non-transdermal skin patch) against a placebo in 40 adults who often feel anxious. Researchers will measure changes in anxiety and sleep using standard questionnaires. The goal is to see if the patch can ease symptoms without medication…

This study will test a behavioral program to improve sleep and daily rhythms in autistic teenagers aged 13-17 who have sleep problems. The goal is to see if the program is practical and helps teens sleep better, which may also improve their mood and thinking. The study involves 1…

This study tests whether a medication called dexmedetomidine can help patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) sleep more restfully. Good sleep is important for recovery, but ICU conditions often disrupt it. About 50 adult ICU patients will either receive the medication or a pla…

This study tests whether a warm foot bath on the night of abdominal surgery can reduce pain, improve sleep, and increase comfort. 96 adults will be randomly assigned to receive a foot bath or standard care. Researchers will measure pain levels and sleep quality using simple quest…

This study tests whether daridorexant, a recently FDA-approved sleep medication, can improve sleep quality and daytime alertness in smokers who struggle with insomnia during quit attempts. About 44 adult smokers who smoke at least 10 cigarettes daily will take the drug or a place…

This study tests a 4-week telehealth program called I-SLEPT for Veterans leaving subacute rehab. The program combines sleep education and tips for staying active in meaningful activities. Researchers will check if Veterans find the program acceptable and helpful, and whether it i…

This study tests a program called On Track for Wellness that gives people with early psychosis a Fitbit and health coaching to help them exercise more and sleep better. About 365 people from Illinois early psychosis programs will take part. The goal is to see if this simple appro…

This study tests whether a 4-week program combining exercise with ergonomic training can reduce pain, improve sleep, and lower anxiety in nursing students. Sixty students will be split into two groups: one receives the program, the other continues normal classes. Researchers will…

This study tests whether taking probiotic supplements for 8 weeks can lower stress and anxiety in healthy university students during exam time. Two hundred students will receive either a probiotic or a placebo pill. Researchers will measure changes in stress, anxiety, sleep, and …

This study looks at whether short bursts of exercise spread throughout the day (called exercise snacks) can help people with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea sleep better and feel more energetic during the day. About 39 adults who already use a CPAP machine will be spli…

This study tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI)-guided sleep program is practical and well-liked by adults aged 60 and older who have both insomnia and mild memory concerns. Researchers will enroll 60 participants to check how many people join, stick with the program, an…

This study looks at whether taking magnesium glycinate or magnesium L-threonate at night can improve sleep, recovery, and athletic performance in UCLA varsity athletes. 150 participants will take either a magnesium supplement or a placebo for 4 weeks. Sleep and recovery data will…

This study tests a web-based program designed to help people with advanced cancer manage symptoms like depression, pain, fatigue, and sleep problems, while also supporting their caregivers. About 40 patients and their partners will use the program to track symptoms and get person…

This study looks at whether adding sleep-focused treatments to standard psychiatric care can reduce suicide risk in young adults. About 90 college students with suicidal thoughts and sleep problems will be randomly assigned to one of three sleep interventions. Researchers will tr…

This study tests whether taking cannabidiol (CBD) every night for 4 weeks can improve sleep quality and reduce alcohol cravings and drinking in adults who have poor sleep and drink at risky levels. About 58 participants will take either CBD or a placebo, wear activity monitors, a…

This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique, applied overnight, can reduce abnormal electrical activity linked to seizures and improve sleep quality in adults with drug-resistant temporal lobe epilepsy. Twenty participants will stay in a sleep lab for six …

This study will test a behavioral program to improve sleep and daily rhythms in autistic adults who have sleep problems. Researchers will work with 24 participants to see if the program is practical and helps with sleep quality, alertness, and overall health. The goal is to creat…

This study tests whether a daily 200 mg dose of cannabidiol (CBD) for 12 weeks can reduce inflammation, ease pain, improve sleep, and boost quality of life in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes. One hundred healthy athletes aged 18-40 who train at least 3 times a week will be randomly …

This study looks at whether two relaxation methods—Benson relaxation and progressive muscle relaxation—can help reduce pain and improve sleep quality in people who have had a lung lobe removed (lobectomy). About 160 adults will be assigned to one of the relaxation groups or stand…

This study tests whether a handheld robot that vibrates and talks can help older adults with mild memory problems sleep better. 100 participants will either use the robot or a standard meditation app for a few weeks. The goal is to see if the robot's touch and breathing cues make…

This study looks at whether giving a stellate ganglion block (a nerve injection) before surgery can improve sleep quality and brain recovery in 25 adults with prolonged disorders of consciousness after brain injury. Participants will have their sleep, brain oxygen levels, and con…

This study looks at whether taking certain nutritional supplements for 28 days can help adults who have mild sleep troubles sleep better, think more clearly, and feel less stressed. About 68 adults aged 25 to 60 who consider themselves poor sleepers will be randomly assigned to t…

This study tests a 12-week after-school active play program for 6-12 year olds in Bangladesh. About 354 children from 8 schools will either join the program or continue their usual routine. The program includes free play and guided games to boost physical activity, reduce sitting…

This study uses smartphone surveys to track the daily ups and downs of 300 parents in German-speaking Switzerland. Parents will answer quick questions about their mood, sleep, and activities five times a day for two weeks. The goal is to understand what makes parenting feel good …

This study will test whether reducing recreational screen use to 1 hour per day for 4 weeks can improve mental well-being, sleep, and social interaction in 240 young people aged 13 to 24. Participants will either cut their screen time or continue as usual, and researchers will tr…

This study tests whether a sleep education and hygiene program can improve sleep in young male soccer players aged 16-19. Fifty-two players from an academy will either receive sleep tips and access to their sleep data or continue as usual. Researchers will measure changes in slee…

This study looks at how stress from being a refugee affects sleep in Bhutanese adults living in Ohio. Researchers will hold focus groups and interviews to understand sleep problems and coping strategies. The goal is to find out what kind of support could help improve sleep health…

This study tests whether feeding preterm infants breast milk at the same time of day it was pumped can improve their sleep. About 120 babies born between 28 and 36 weeks will be randomly assigned to either this time-matched feeding or standard feeding for at least two weeks. Thei…

This study will check how common depression, anxiety, and burnout are among heart disease patients and the healthcare staff who treat them at Assiut University Heart Hospital. About 380 people will fill out questionnaires to measure their mental health. The goal is to understand …

This study tests whether a video camera with artificial intelligence can track newborn brain health by analyzing their movements. About 200 babies in the NICU will be recorded continuously from admission to discharge. The AI's findings are kept from doctors for now, to see if the…

This observational study will test whether a 1-3 minute AI-powered facial scan can accurately measure vital signs like heart rate and blood pressure, as well as estimate blood sugar, cholesterol, and mental health status. Researchers will compare the scan results with standard me…

This study looks at how a food-grade probiotic supplement changes gut bacteria, blood markers, and thinking skills in healthy adults. Participants take one capsule daily for 1 or 6 months, complete online cognitive tests, and provide blood and stool samples at home. The goal is t…

This study explores whether virtual reality (VR) construction tasks can spot changes in how well you perform based on your sleep. Researchers will have 12 healthy adults do VR tasks and monitor their reactions. The goal is to see if VR can tell the difference between being tired …

This study looks at how mental state, emotional eating, and sleep quality together influence the risk of metabolic syndrome (a cluster of conditions like high blood pressure and blood sugar) in people with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. Researchers will measure these factors …

This study looks at how daily routines like sleep, activity, and meal timing in early pregnancy relate to blood sugar patterns and the risk of gestational diabetes. About 140 pregnant women without diabetes will wear monitors and use a food app to track their habits. The goal is …

This study looks at whether giving different oxygen levels during rest breaks between short cycling exercises helps people with COPD feel less breathless and exercise more easily. Fifty adults with moderate COPD will do four short cycling sessions with rest in between. Researcher…

This study looks back at data from 80 veterans and first responders who completed a 12-week program that combined mental health support, physical therapy, nutrition advice, and occupational therapy. Researchers want to see if the program helped improve sleep, anxiety, depression,…