Florida International University

This study tests a digital program that teaches parents strategies to help their young children (14-48 months) with autism or social communication delays. The program is completed online without a coach, making it easier for families who face long waitlists or travel barriers. Re…

This study tests a program designed specifically for Haitian immigrants living with HIV. The goal is to help them stay engaged in medical care and lower their virus levels. Participants will attend four one-on-one meetings over six months and fill out questionnaires. A small grou…

This study tests two stepped-care strategies to help Latino men with HIV take their antiretroviral therapy (ART) as prescribed. Participants will receive text reminders and, if needed, extra support from a remote navigator or electronic monitoring. The goal is to improve medicati…

This study tests two approaches to help men who have sex with men and use methamphetamine get HIV prevention (PrEP) or treatment (ART) medication. About 400 men will be randomly assigned to receive either contingency management (rewards for filling prescriptions) alone or combine…

This study tests whether an 8-week mindfulness program can help Hispanic young adults (ages 18-25) who binge drink reduce their alcohol use. About 120 participants will either join the program or be in a control group. Researchers will measure changes in drinking, stress, and phy…

This study looks at whether using a simple bedside ultrasound (POCUS) can help doctors better manage fluids in patients hospitalized with worsening heart failure. About 66 adults will be randomly assigned to either ultrasound-guided care or standard care. The main goal is to see …

This study tests whether doing tai chi and qigong online can reduce depressive symptoms in people aged 50-75 living with HIV. Participants will take either a 12-week tai chi class or a health education class, both via Zoom. Researchers will compare the groups to see if tai chi im…

This study looks at whether using a low-frequency vibrating mat for 15 minutes a few times a week can help healthy adults ages 18-45 recover from stress, sleep better, and improve mood and attention. Fifty participants will be split into two groups: one uses the mat, the other re…

This study is testing whether placing picture-based health warning labels directly on e-cigarette devices affects how young adults (ages 21-35) use them. Researchers will measure changes in nicotine levels, puffing behavior, and perceptions like harm and addiction risk. The goal …

This study looks at whether teaching teens (ages 12-17) who have suicidal thoughts how to use social media in active and helpful ways can reduce feelings of disconnection and distress. About 200 teens will take part in a brief educational program. The goal is to see if this appro…

This study looks at whether people with HIV have chronic widespread pain because their bodies don't make enough natural painkillers (endogenous opioids). Researchers will measure pain responses to heat, touch, and pressure in 200 participants, both with and without HIV. The goal …

This study looks at how a type of talk therapy for depression changes the gut microbiome, immune system, and brain activity in 150 adults living with both HIV and depression. Participants will receive either the therapy or standard care, and researchers will use brain scans and o…

This study looks at how menthol flavor in e-cigarettes changes the way people vape and how it affects their nicotine addiction and exposure to harmful chemicals. Researchers will have 250 e-cigarette users, ages 21-35, vape with both menthol and tobacco flavors to compare the eff…

This study looks at how a non-invasive magnetic device (pTMS) helps relieve chronic pain after surgery or injury. Fifty adults with long-term pain will receive four daily treatments. Researchers will measure pain sensitivity and analyze blood samples before and after treatment to…

This study looks at how a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique changes the way we remember and control our thoughts. Healthy adults aged 18 and older will do computer tasks while their brain activity is measured. The goal is to understand the link between brain waves …