Florida Atlantic University
Clinical trials sponsored by Florida Atlantic University, explained in plain language.
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Can your DNA stop you from falling? new study aims to find out
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether using a person's genetic information (from a simple cheek swab) can help doctors prescribe safer medications and prevent harmful side effects, especially falls, in older adults. Researchers will compare two groups: one where doctors use the DNA resul…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida Atlantic University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Allergy medicine tested as alternative numbing drug for emergency stitches
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two medications used to numb skin before stitching cuts in the emergency room. Researchers want to see if diphenhydramine (common allergy medicine) works as well as the standard lidocaine for pain relief during simple laceration repairs. About 100 emergency ro…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Florida Atlantic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Scientists scan brains to hunt for Alzheimer's clues
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand if a specific brain chemical called NAD is lower in people with Alzheimer's disease compared to healthy older adults. Researchers will use a special type of brain scan (MRS) to measure NAD levels in participants' brains twice over eight months. The s…
Sponsor: Florida Atlantic University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:43 UTC