Institut National De La Santé Et De La Recherche Médicale, France
Clinical trials sponsored by Institut National De La Santé Et De La Recherche Médicale, France, explained in plain language.
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Period blood may hold key to endometriosis diagnosis
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study looks for signs of endometriosis in menstrual blood, which is easy to collect. Researchers will compare samples from 250 women with and without the condition, and also check if these signs change after surgery. The goal is to create a simple, non-invasive test to diagn…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 01, 2026 16:00 UTC
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New study tests nerve blocks for Hard-to-Treat stroke pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether numbing a nerve in the arm or leg can reduce the burning or aching pain that some people feel after a stroke. About 36 adults who have had a stroke at least 6 months ago and have had pain for at least 6 months will receive two injections (either a numbing…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 01, 2026 17:42 UTC
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New study to measure hidden toll of rare skin diseases on patients and families
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how 9 rare skin diseases affect people's lives beyond just physical symptoms. Researchers will survey 900 patients and their families to measure the emotional, social, and financial burden. The goal is to create a tool that helps doctors and caregive…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 17:42 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues to catch ALS before symptoms start
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find early markers for ALS by analyzing blood, tears, urine, and spinal fluid from 60 people. It includes those with ALS gene mutations but no symptoms, early-stage ALS patients, and healthy controls. The goal is to enable earlier diagnosis and better treatment…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 17:41 UTC
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Major study tracks rare kidney disease to pave way for new treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 700 people with Alport syndrome, a rare inherited disease that can cause kidney failure, hearing loss, and eye problems. Researchers will collect health data over time to learn how the disease progresses and find early signs of kidney damage. The goal is to pre…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 16:01 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden genes behind mysterious fevers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 300 people with rare autoinflammatory diseases to find new genes and biological signs that cause these conditions. Researchers will use advanced genetic testing and blood analysis to better understand the disease pathways. The goal is to improve diagnosis and …
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 16:00 UTC
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800 kids with rare eye conditions tracked for a decade – no treatment, just answers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 800 children from birth to age 10 who have rare eye malformations like missing eyes (anophthalmia), small eyes (microphthalmia), or missing iris (aniridia). Researchers will track vision, brain development, and other health issues over time to better predict ou…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:59 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genes behind Children's language struggles
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to uncover the genetic causes of Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), a condition where children have trouble learning language without other known medical issues. Researchers will analyze the DNA of 50 children with severe DLD and their families using advanced …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:59 UTC
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Scientists dig into why the body attacks the gut
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why the immune system damages the gut in diseases like celiac disease and inflammatory bowel disease. Researchers will analyze immune cells and DNA from 200 adults to understand how these diseases develop and progress. The goal is to learn more, not to test a …
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:58 UTC
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2400 healthy volunteers to map normal heart and liver aging
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a large collection of medical images (MRI and ultrasound) of the heart, liver, and blood vessels from 2,400 healthy volunteers across France. By analyzing these images alongside factors like age and sex, researchers hope to establish what 'normal' looks …
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:58 UTC
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Scientists hunt for autism genes to unlock new treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at the genes of 3,800 people with autism to find genetic changes that could lead to new treatments. Researchers will analyze DNA from large groups of patients, focusing on genes linked to brain cell communication. The goal is to better understand the biology of a…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:58 UTC
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Brain scans seek clues to anorexia relapse
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why some women with anorexia nervosa get better after treatment but then relapse. Researchers will use brain scans, thinking tests, and blood samples to find clues. The goal is to understand the disease better, not to test a new treatment. About 275 women with…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:57 UTC
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New study seeks to uncover why some liver patients develop cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out why some people with fatty liver disease or alcohol-related liver disease develop liver cancer. Researchers will study genetic markers and immune factors in 710 adults, both with and without cirrhosis. The goal is to identify early warning signs, espec…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:57 UTC
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New study aims to crack the code of autoimmune diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a tool to help doctors diagnose and choose treatments for autoimmune diseases. Researchers will analyze blood samples from 500 children with and without these conditions to find unique molecular patterns. The goal is to make diagnosis faster and treatments …
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:56 UTC