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Clinical trials sponsored by Central South University, explained in plain language.
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Gut bacteria supplement could help obese kids shed pounds
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a probiotic called Akkermansia muciniphila can help obese children and adolescents aged 7 to 18 lose weight and improve their metabolic health. Participants will take the probiotic or a placebo for a period, and researchers will measure changes in weight,…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Central South University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 06:32 UTC
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Zapping the brain to sharpen the mind: new hope for schizophrenia?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called time interference stimulation (TIS) to see if it can safely improve cognitive problems like memory and attention in people with schizophrenia. Ten adults with schizophrenia will receive TIS twice daily for tw…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Central South University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:52 UTC
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Brain scan study aims to sharpen diagnosis of mental disorders
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how brain networks relate to thinking and memory problems in people with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression. Researchers will use brain scans and cognitive tests to build models that could help diagnose these conditions and predict treatment …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Central South University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:13 UTC