Aston University
Clinical trials sponsored by Aston University, explained in plain language.
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Can special contact lenses stop kids' eyesight from getting worse?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two types of contact lenses designed to slow the progression of nearsightedness (myopia) in Chinese children aged 6-12 in New Zealand. Each child wears a different lens in each eye for 6 months to compare how well they control eye growth. The goal is to see which…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Aston University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Wrinkle fix may soothe dry eyes: new study tests tixel treatment
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a standard cosmetic treatment for eye wrinkles, called Tixel, can also improve symptoms of dry eye disease. Researchers will compare real Tixel treatment to a sham (fake) treatment in 36 adults with mild to moderate wrinkles and dry eyes. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aston University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:37 UTC
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Light therapy showdown: can red or blue light soothe dry, irritated eyes?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if shining red or blue light on the eyes and eyelids can help people with dry eye disease and eyelid inflammation. About 36 adults will receive three light treatments, one week apart, and be monitored for a month after. The goal is to see which light color works …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aston University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:02 UTC
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Gamers' dry eye relief: new eyedrop study seeks to ease screen strain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether TheaLoz Duo eyedrops can protect the eyes of people who play handheld console or computer games for at least 2 hours daily. 28 adults with dry eye symptoms will use the drops for one month and then go without for another month (or vice versa). The goal is…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aston University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 28, 2026 13:02 UTC