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This study tests a 24-week program called Black Impact to improve heart health and reduce stress in Black men. About 340 Black men with below-ideal heart health will either join the program right away or be placed on a waitlist. The program includes weekly exercise, health educat…

This study checks if wearable devices like movement sensors, headbands, and pulse oximeters can accurately track sleep stages in children and teens aged 3 to 18. Results will be compared to standard sleep lab tests. The goal is to make sleep disorder diagnosis easier and more acc…

This study tests if wearable devices like movement sensors, EEG headbands, and smartphones can accurately measure sleep stages compared to the standard sleep lab test (polysomnography). Researchers will first test 48 healthy volunteers, then 60 people with sleep problems like ins…

This study tests whether the sleep aid suvorexant can slow the buildup of a protein called amyloid in the brain, which is linked to Alzheimer's disease. About 200 healthy adults aged 65 and older will take either the drug or a placebo for a period of time. Researchers will measur…

This study tests whether giving a daily prebiotic (a type of fiber) to 3-5 year olds who don't eat enough fiber can improve their mood, sleep, thinking skills, and gut health. About 106 children will take either a prebiotic or a placebo for several weeks. Parents will report on t…

This study tests two school-based programs to improve sleep in teens aged 12-18 who have sleep problems like insomnia or poor sleep quality. One program is standard sleep education, the other is a stepped-care approach. Researchers will compare which works better and for whom, es…

This study explores whether immersive virtual reality exercise therapy can reduce pain, improve shoulder function, sleep, and thinking skills in people with mild to moderate frozen shoulder (grade 1-2). About 36 adults aged 18-64 who are new to physiotherapy will use VR headsets …

This study explores whether cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) can improve sleep, reduce brain injury symptoms, and help people with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) get back to their daily activities. Researchers will enroll 15 adults with mTBI and sleep problem…

This study tests whether bright light therapy can improve sleep and brain function in people recovering from opioid use disorder. About 105 adults on stable opioid medication will receive either bright or dim light for 30 minutes each morning over two weeks. Researchers will meas…

This study tests whether a special bed cooling system (the Chilipad Dock Pro) can improve sleep quality and overall well-being. Researchers will track 100 adults who use the device at home and report their sleep and health through surveys. The goal is to see if controlling bed te…

This study looks at whether taking a supplement called nicotinamide riboside (a form of vitamin B3) can improve sleep quality in healthy people aged 40 to 60. Sixteen participants will receive either the supplement or a placebo for 8 weeks, and their sleep will be measured with b…

This study tests whether a sleep health program designed for U.S. Marines can improve sleep quality and reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and suicidal thoughts. About 860 active-duty Marines will be randomly assigned to one of five groups receiving different combinati…

This study tests a simple, family-centered approach to help children ages 5-10 feel more comfortable and less anxious while in the pediatric intensive care unit. The intervention includes listening to their mother's voice, dimming lights, and using a weighted blanket, along with …

This study compares two parent training programs for families of 3-5 year olds with early ADHD symptoms and sleep problems. One program focuses on general behavior strategies, while the other adds sleep improvement techniques. Researchers want to see if the sleep-focused program …

This study tests whether adding bright light therapy, methylphenidate, or melatonin to cognitive behavior therapy can improve sleep and related symptoms like fatigue, anxiety, and depression in 188 adults with advanced cancer. Participants must have poor sleep for at least 2 week…

This study is testing whether a daily supplement called AGZ can help adults aged 25-59 who have trouble sleeping feel more relaxed in the evening, sleep better, and wake up feeling refreshed. Three hundred participants will take the supplement or a placebo for 30 days and answer …

This study is testing whether taking a daily saffron extract supplement (30 mg) for six weeks can improve sleep quality in middle-aged adults who have mild-to-moderate sleep problems. The study involves 80 participants and uses a placebo to compare results. Researchers will measu…

This study tests if a custom mouth device that gently moves the lower jaw forward during sleep can improve sleep quality, heart rate, and oxygen levels. Researchers will compare it to a placebo device in 24 healthy adults aged 40-65. Participants wear each device for several week…

This study tests whether a special type of dynamic lighting can improve sleep, daily rhythms, and overall well-being in frail older adults (over 65) who are in the hospital. Researchers will measure changes in melatonin levels and sleep patterns. The goal is to see if adjusting l…

This study looks at whether a special dietary supplement can improve sleep quality in adults aged 35-65 who have mild sleep problems. About 140 people will take either the supplement or a placebo, and their sleep will be tracked using a ring device and weekly questionnaires. The …

This study tests whether a simple sleep bundle—including a sleep mask, earplugs, and a noise machine—can help adults sleep better after heart surgery. Twenty participants will either receive the sleep bundle or standard care. The main goal is to see if the study is practical for …

This study tests whether taking a collagen supplement for 8 days can improve quality of life, appetite, mood, and blood sugar control in overweight or obese adults aged 18-65. Participants will take the supplement or a placebo, fill out questionnaires, and wear a continuous gluco…

This study is tracking 1,000 adults in Canada who are authorized to use medical cannabis for pain, sleep problems, anxiety, depression, or epilepsy. Researchers will use standard questionnaires to measure changes in symptoms over 24 weeks. The goal is to see how well medical cann…

This study looks at whether a supplement called MyVitalC (ESS60 in extra virgin olive oil) can help with sleep problems and everyday headaches. About 100 adults will track their sleep and headaches for four weeks without the supplement, then take it daily for six more weeks while…

This study tests whether a probiotic supplement called ExoBDNF can improve thinking, memory, sleep, and mood. About 50 adults aged 18 and older will take the supplement daily for 8 weeks. Researchers will compare their test scores and sleep quality before and after the treatment.

This study tests a brief sleep program for depressed adolescents aged 12-18 who sleep less than 7 hours on school nights or have irregular sleep schedules. The program uses two counseling sessions and a smartphone app to improve sleep habits. Researchers will compare it to a shor…

This study tests whether taking 1 ml of reishi mushroom extract daily before bed can improve sleep quality and reduce stress. About 100 adults in the US will participate. The study measures sleep, fatigue, and stress using surveys. It is not a cure for any disease.

This study looks at whether daily adapted physical activity can improve sleep in children aged 5 to 16 who are being treated for blood cancer. About 30 children will take part, and their sleep quality will be tracked by parents and a sleep monitor. The goal is to see if gentle ex…

This study tests whether SleepWhale Natural Sleep Drops can help people sleep better and feel more alert during the day. About 100 adults with sleep troubles will take the drops for 30 days and report changes in sleep quality, daytime sleepiness, fatigue, and resilience. The goal…

This study looks at how sensory sensitivities affect sleep and emotions in autistic children ages 6 to 10. Researchers will test a special bedtime routine designed to lower arousal levels in children who are overly sensitive to touch, sound, or other sensations. The goal is to se…

This study tests two types of talk therapy—cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based therapy—to see which works better for treating insomnia and related depression in people who have had a mild to moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI) and also have post-traumatic s…

This study is testing whether a low dose of clonidine, a drug usually used for high blood pressure, can help veterans with PTSD sleep better and feel less stressed. About 32 veterans will take the drug for 6 weeks while researchers track changes in sleep quality, PTSD symptoms, a…

This pilot study tests a sleep improvement program designed specifically for family caregivers. Researchers want to see if combining cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and caregiving guidance can help 30 caregivers sleep more regularly, feel more rested during the day, an…

This study explores how severe sleep deprivation in the first two days after childbirth impacts a mother's motivation to breastfeed and how well breastfeeding goes. Researchers will follow 167 new mothers, measuring their sleep quality, breastfeeding drive, and feeding success us…

This study looks at how eating a Western-style unhealthy diet compared to a high-fiber diet changes sleep quality, heart rate, and metabolism. Researchers will monitor 24 healthy adults aged 18-32 using wearable devices and sleep tests. The goal is to understand the link between …

This study brings together teenagers (ages 12-18) from disadvantaged areas in Denmark, the Netherlands, Nigeria, and South Africa with researchers and local leaders. Over three years, the teens will help design and test changes to their neighborhoods—like parks and streets—to mak…

This study looks at how a small, daily time delay (like shifting your schedule by one hour each day) changes your internal body clock. Researchers will measure melatonin levels and reaction times in 40 healthy couples living in a lab for five days. The goal is to understand time …

This study looks at how getting only 4 hours of sleep for three nights, or having insomnia, changes the way people handle their emotions. Researchers will compare these groups to people who sleep normally. They use brain scans and emotion tasks to understand the effects.

This study looks at how daily light exposure relates to migraine headaches and sleep quality in adults. Researchers will track 20 people with migraine over 8 weeks using diaries and light sensors. The goal is to understand if changing light patterns can improve migraine outcomes …

This study looks at how sleep troubles impact memory, focus, and quality of life in women treated for breast cancer. Researchers will track sleep patterns using a wrist monitor and ask participants about their thinking and well-being. The goal is to better understand these links …

This study tests whether a home-based mobile app can help 3-4 year olds who currently meet few movement guidelines improve their physical activity, sleep, and screen time. About 80 children and their parents will use the app for 12 weeks, with researchers tracking changes using a…

This study looks at how sleep and physical activity change for blood cancer patients and their caregivers after a stem cell transplant. Researchers will ask participants about their quality of life, sleep, mood, and fatigue. The goal is to better understand these changes, not to …

This study looks at how getting less sleep than usual affects blood pressure in healthy adults. Researchers will compare people of normal weight and those with obesity. The goal is to understand the link between sleep and heart health.

This study looks at how sleep and the body's internal clock influence blood pressure in people with hypertension. Researchers will monitor 32 adults aged 25-64 to understand why some people's blood pressure doesn't drop enough at night. The goal is to uncover mechanisms behind th…

This study looks at how sleep and body clock disruptions in teenagers affect brain areas involved in reward and self-control, and whether these changes increase the risk of substance use. Researchers will monitor 200 healthy teens aged 13-18 using sleep tests and saliva samples. …

This study looks at whether aerobic exercise (stationary biking) and daytime naps can help people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis learn and remember motor skills. Twenty adults aged 18-70 will take part. The goal is to see if these simple activities can boost brain fu…

This study looks at sleep patterns in 20 teenagers aged 15-17 who have had pain for more than 3 months. Researchers will test a relaxation technique done before sleep to see if it improves sleep quality and helps the brain process emotions tied to pain. Participants sleep at home…

This study follows 50 people over age 50 who had arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. Researchers will measure shoulder function, pain levels, and sleep quality during rehabilitation. The goal is to better understand recovery patterns and help create clearer rehab guidelines.

This study aims to improve how sleep is measured for people who work night shifts. Current sleep trackers often fail to accurately detect daytime sleep. Researchers will use multiple sensors and machine learning to create a more precise method. About 100 nightshift workers will w…

This study looks at how quickly losing water weight (dehydration) affects combat athletes' sleep, thinking skills, and leg muscle strength. Twelve athletes with experience in rapid weight loss will be monitored using sleep trackers, strength tests, and thinking quizzes. The goal …

This study looks at how healthy behaviors like diet, exercise, stress, and sleep relate to heart health in both adults and children. Researchers will collect data from questionnaires and simple health checks like blood pressure and blood sugar. The goal is to better understand th…

This study looks at how sleep, physical activity, and daily body rhythms are linked to ADHD symptoms in 200 children. Kids wear a wristband for two weeks to track movement and sleep, and complete brain scans and thinking tasks. The goal is to better understand why ADHD affects pe…

This study looks at how difficult childhood experiences and sleep problems might damage blood vessels in young adults aged 18-29. Researchers will track sleep at home and test blood vessel function. Some participants will get a sleep improvement program to see if better sleep hel…

This study looks at how staying awake for 24 hours changes certain proteins in the blood that are linked to Alzheimer's disease. Researchers want to see if these changes differ based on a person's APOE gene type. The study involves 60 healthy adults aged 18 to 40 who normally sle…

This study looks at how using cannabis—and stopping it—changes sleep, daily rhythms, and sensitivity to light in healthy young adults aged 18-25. Researchers will compare regular cannabis users with non-users using sleep monitors, light tests, and pupil measurements. The goal is …

This study is adapting a sleep screening questionnaire for Turkish children and teens with complex chronic conditions (like multiple long-term health issues). Researchers will check if the tool is reliable and accurate, and also look at how common sleep problems are in this group…

This study looks at how getting enough sleep versus not enough sleep changes the bacteria in your gut. Healthy adults who usually sleep too little will try to sleep 1.5 hours more each night, while those who sleep enough will sleep 1.5 hours less. The goal is to see how these sle…

This study looks at whether improving deep sleep can help protect against Alzheimer's disease in older adults. Researchers will ask 116 people aged 65-85 with mild sleep issues to slightly reduce time in bed for four weeks to boost deep sleep. They will measure changes in memory,…

This study aims to learn more about childhood-onset behavioral, psychiatric, and developmental disorders by examining participants of all ages and their relatives. Researchers will collect medical histories, perform thinking and behavior tests, and may use brain scans to understa…

This study looks at how different light exposure and meal timing affect the body's ability to process food when sleep is limited. Researchers will monitor 120 healthy adults aged 18-35 over several months, including overnight clinic stays. The goal is to understand how these fact…

This study looks at how a commercially available ketone drink, Ketone-IQ, affects sleep and breathing in 20 healthy adults. Participants will take two different doses of the drink before bed at home. They will measure their ketone levels and wear a headband to track sleep pattern…

This study looks at how smartphone and digital game addiction are linked to physical activity, sleep quality, stress, fatigue, and muscle or joint pain in university students aged 18 to 30. About 193 students will fill out questionnaires about their device use and health. The goa…

This study looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic may have changed people's physical activity, sleep, blood pressure, and mental stress. About 100 adults aged 18 to 75 will visit a lab twice, wear activity trackers for two weeks, and complete fitness tests and questionnaires. The goa…

This study looks at whether it's possible to measure sleep in regular video game players compared to non-players. Researchers will track sleep using wrist monitors, diaries, and urine tests in 40 adults aged 18 to 40. The goal is to find out what works best for a larger future st…

This study looks at whether a mobile health program called Bedtime Stories can help caregivers of children ages 5-11 improve their child's sleep. The program sends personalized sleep tips to caregivers. Researchers want to see if the program is easy to use and if it leads to bett…

This study looks at whether giving sleep tips to expecting parents can help their babies sleep longer and have fewer sleep problems. About 391 families will take part. Some parents will get regular sleep advice by email and fill out surveys, while others will not. Researchers wil…

This study looks at how different phases of the menstrual cycle affect walking patterns, pelvic movement, and sleep quality in healthy women aged 18 to 35 with regular cycles. Researchers will measure these factors during the early follicular, ovulation, and luteal phases using a…