Dalhousie University
Clinical trials sponsored by Dalhousie University, explained in plain language.
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New tool aims to stop depression before it starts
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a coach-guided, personalized risk communication tool can help prevent major depression in adults at high risk. Researchers will recruit 1,000 participants across Canada and follow them for 12 months. The tool provides personalized risk information and evi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dalhousie University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:30 UTC
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Scientists deliberately infect volunteers with whooping cough to speed up vaccine development
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a safe, controlled human infection model for whooping cough. About 60 healthy adults aged 18-50 will receive a nasal spray containing a low dose of the bacteria. Researchers will monitor how many develop mild symptoms and test nasal samples to find the s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Dalhousie University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:40 UTC