Northeastern University
Clinical trials sponsored by Northeastern University, explained in plain language.
Upcoming readouts
Trials from this sponsor expected to report results within the next 12 months.
- Can your phone help you drink smarter? new study tests breathalyzer apps and coaching Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
- App aims to stop depression before it starts in chinese american teens Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
- Can a 90-minute online course get autistic kids moving? new study aims to find out. Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
- Could tuning in to music sharpen aging brains and ears? Results expected May 2027 (estimated)
- Hearing hope: 1,260 volunteers sought to unlock secrets of auditory training Results expected May 2027 (estimated)
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Can a breathalyzer app curb binge drinking? small study tests new approach
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a combination of a smartphone breathalyzer, a blood alcohol estimator app, and a brief counseling session to help young adults ages 18-25 drink more moderately. Twenty-four participants used the tools for two weeks while drinking. The goal was to see if the tech…
Sponsor: Northeastern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Exercise may boost brain recovery after concussion
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether different types of physical exercise can help adults recover from a mild traumatic brain injury (concussion). 37 adults who had a concussion within the past year took part in a 3-month program of either balance or aerobic exercises. Researchers measur…
Sponsor: Northeastern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Brain training for HIV seniors: a first step
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-stage study tested whether a working memory training program is practical and acceptable for people aging with HIV. Researchers enrolled 100 participants aged 50-85, including those with and without HIV, to see if the training could improve memory and thinking skills. …
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Northeastern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Brain games reveal how kids with autism learn language
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether the ability to learn patterns (called statistical learning) can predict how well first-graders with autism and their non-autistic peers improve their language and reading skills over three months. Forty-one children completed language tests and comput…
Sponsor: Northeastern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC