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Clinical trials sponsored by Florida Atlantic University, explained in plain language.
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Paws for peace: dog training program aims to ease PTSD in veterans
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adopting and training a shelter dog can help veterans with post-traumatic stress symptoms. Over 10 weeks, 120 veterans will attend dog training sessions and have their symptoms, stress levels, and brain activity measured. The goal is to see if this pro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida Atlantic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 02:11 UTC
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Brain zaps and treadmills: new hope for cancer fog?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if a 4-week program combining exercise with a gentle, noninvasive brain stimulation technique (tACS) can help breast cancer survivors who struggle with memory, focus, and thinking after treatment. Researchers will enroll 40 survivors to see if the program is prac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida Atlantic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Can an allergy medicine replace lidocaine for stitches?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if diphenhydramine (an allergy medicine) works as well as lidocaine for numbing simple cuts that need stitches. About 100 adults in the emergency room will rate their pain before and after the numbing injection. The goal is to see if diphenhydramine is a good alt…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Florida Atlantic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:01 UTC
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DNA test aims to cut senior falls from meds
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether using a person's DNA to guide their prescriptions can reduce harmful side effects, especially falls, in older adults who take five or more medications. About 1,000 people over 65 who have had a fall will provide a cheek swab for DNA testing. Half of th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida Atlantic University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 02:21 UTC
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Could low brain NAD signal Alzheimer's? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study compares brain NAD levels in people with Alzheimer's disease and healthy older adults. Researchers will use a special MRI scan to measure NAD in the brain twice over eight months. The goal is to see if lower NAD is linked to Alzheimer's, which could guide…
Sponsor: Florida Atlantic University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:51 UTC