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Clinical trials sponsored by Georgia State University, explained in plain language.
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Which Anti-Smoking ads work best? new study tests messages in 1,500 chinese young adults
Prevention CompletedThis study tested five different anti-smoking messages in over 1,500 Chinese young adults aged 18-25, including both smokers and nonsmokers. The goal was to see which messages most reduced intentions to smoke and increased perceived harm of smoking. Results will help design bette…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgia State University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:24 UTC
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Snap to happiness: smartphone photo exercises boost student Well-Being
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether taking photos of things that make you happy and savoring them can improve well-being and reduce depressive symptoms in college and graduate students. Over 250 participants were randomly assigned to take positive photos, share them with friends, take neut…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgia State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:29 UTC
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Brain zaps reveal how dyslexic teens learn new words
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study used a gentle brain stimulation technique called TMS to temporarily quiet a part of the brain involved in reading. Researchers wanted to see how this affected the ability of 42 teens with dyslexia to learn and remember made-up words. The goal was to better understand t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgia State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:00 UTC