National Institute On Drug Abuse (nida)
Clinical trials sponsored by National Institute On Drug Abuse (nida), explained in plain language.
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Diabetes drug tested as potential cure for weed addiction
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether a medication called tirzepatide, currently used for diabetes and weight loss, can help people with moderate-to-severe cannabis addiction. About 100 participants will receive either the real drug or a placebo (inactive shot) weekly for 24 weeks. Resea…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:15 UTC
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Scientists test new brain zapper on healthy volunteers
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to test the safety of a new form of magnetic brain stimulation called high-density theta burst stimulation (hdTBS) in healthy adults. Researchers will compare its aftereffects to an older, FDA-approved version. The goal is to gather basic safety information and se…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Scientists use ultrasound to unlock the secrets of smell
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand how the brain's smell centers guide our actions. Researchers will use a safe, non-invasive ultrasound technique and brain scans on healthy volunteers to see how smelling different odors changes brain activity and influences simple tasks. The goal is …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:43 UTC
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First human test for Kratom-Based drug begins
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis is the first study to test a new oral medication called MG001 in people. MG001 contains mitragynine, a compound from the kratom plant. The main goal is to check how safe it is and how the body handles it in 32 healthy adults who have recently used opioids. Participants will …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC