Central South University
Clinical trials sponsored by Central South University, explained in plain language.
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Trials from this sponsor expected to report results within the next 12 months.
- Pakistan launches largest School-Based obesity prevention trial for kids Results expected Sep 2026 (estimated)
- New study aims to better classify lung tumors with air pockets Results expected Oct 2026 (estimated)
- Brain zaps at personal brain rhythms may sharpen memory in schizophrenia Results expected Oct 2026 (estimated)
- Could a gut bug help kids lose weight? new trial aims to find out Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
- AI trained to spot aggressive lung cancer before surgery Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
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Brain zaps aimed at two networks may sharpen thinking in schizophrenia
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a brain stimulation technique called sequential dual-site accelerated theta burst stimulation (SD-aTBS) in adults with schizophrenia who have cognitive impairment. The treatment targets two brain networks involved in thinking and memory. Researchers will compare …
Sponsor: Central South University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a gut bug help kids lose weight? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a probiotic called Akkermansia muciniphila (AKK PROBIO) can help obese children and adolescents aged 7 to 18 improve their weight and metabolism. Half of the 100 participants will take the probiotic capsules, and half will take a placebo. The goal is to s…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Central South University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Brain zapping without surgery: new device targets deep brain regions to treat depression and anxiety
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis clinical trial is testing a non-invasive brain stimulation method called temporal interference transcranial alternating current stimulation (TI-tACS) for people with major depressive disorder or generalized anxiety disorder. The device uses two high-frequency electrical curr…
Sponsor: Central South University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Zapping the brain to calm anxiety: new trial tests tACS with mindfulness
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called tACS can make mindfulness therapy work better for people with generalized anxiety disorder. 99 adults will receive either real or fake tACS while doing mindfulness exercises. Researchers will track anxiety sympt…
Sponsor: Central South University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New MRI-Guided brain zaps aim to ease anxiety in days
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a faster version of brain stimulation for generalized anxiety disorder. Instead of weeks of treatment, participants receive five sessions per day for five days. The stimulation is guided by each person's MRI scan to target a specific brain area linked to anxiety.…
Sponsor: Central South University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Brain scan study aims to revolutionize diagnosis of mental disorders
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis research looks at how brain networks relate to thinking and memory problems in people with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression. The goal is to use brain imaging to better assess cognitive issues, improve diagnosis, and predict how well treatments might work.…
Sponsor: Central South University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC