Rutgers, The State University Of New Jersey

This study tested a new, non-invasive approach to treat dental ankylosis, a condition where a tooth fuses to the jawbone and stops growing properly. Researchers had participants use an electric toothbrush to gently vibrate the affected tooth daily, aiming to restore its normal gr…

This study tested whether a 6-week digital education program, where teens learn about high blood pressure and then teach an adult they know, could help lower the adult's blood pressure. Researchers worked with teens and adults to design the program, then enrolled pairs (one adult…

This early-stage study tested the safety of adding a newer immunotherapy drug (pembrolizumab) to the standard treatment of chemotherapy and radiation for patients with inoperable, locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer. The main goal was to find the safest dose and understan…

This study tested whether adding text message reminders and help accessing community resources to standard doctor's office reading advice could improve language and social skills in young Latino children from low-income families. Researchers enrolled 662 parent-child pairs and ra…

This study tested whether a personalized, interactive website could help people who have had melanoma (skin cancer) better protect themselves from the sun and perform thorough skin self-checks. Nearly 500 participants who had been treated for early-stage melanoma were assigned to…

This early study tested if using common, store-bought mouthwashes could lower the amount of COVID-19 virus people breathe out. Researchers enrolled 34 adults who recently tested positive for COVID-19. They measured the virus in breath samples collected through a special face mask…

This study tested whether using a virtual reality (VR) headset could help young adults (ages 18-25) with ADHD concentrate better while doing homework and studying. Researchers compared three groups: one using a VR environment, one using VR with real-time feedback on their focus, …

This study tested a new training program and tool for hospice nurses and social workers to improve care for patients with dementia. Researchers wanted to see if this training was practical to use and if it helped reduce stress for family caregivers. The study involved 93 particip…

This study tested a digital tool designed to help cancer survivors learn about and decide whether to get genetic testing for hereditary cancer risk. Researchers compared the tool against standard educational materials to see if it was easy to use and if it encouraged more people …

This study aimed to understand why seriously ill adults, particularly those with dementia, and their family caregivers might refuse community-based palliative care. Researchers developed informational materials to explain the benefits of this supportive care and tested whether us…

This study surveyed over 1,200 adult cigarette smokers online to see how they react to FDA-authorized ads for smokeless tobacco products. Researchers showed different ads with claims about reduced health risks compared to cigarettes and measured how believable the ads were and wh…

This study aimed to understand if breathing simulated wildfire smoke for one hour affects a blood marker linked to brain health. Twelve healthy, non-smoking adults participated. They each had two visits: one breathing clean air and one breathing simulated smoke, with blood draws …

This study aimed to find the best way to dose an immune-boosting medication called immunoglobulin G (IVIG) for people with obesity. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood of 40 adults already receiving IVIG treatment to see how body weight affects the dose needed. The goal…

This small study aimed to understand how breathing air with higher levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) might affect brain function. Healthy volunteers spent time in a chamber with either normal or elevated CO2 while researchers tested their thinking skills and took blood samples. The …

This study aimed to understand how breathing ozone, a common air pollutant, causes lung damage. Healthy volunteers participated in two sessions where they breathed either clean air or a low level of ozone while exercising. Researchers collected mucus samples from their lungs afte…

This study aimed to understand how a specific dietary supplement made from Concord grape compounds and soy protein changes the community of bacteria in the gut. Healthy adults took the supplement for 10 days while researchers collected stool, blood, and urine samples to track cha…

This study explored whether a single session of exercise could improve how the brain responds to insulin in middle-aged and older adults. Researchers enrolled 16 participants aged 40-80 who were overweight and not regularly active. They measured brain blood flow and cognitive fun…

This study looked at whether exposure to PFAS chemicals, found in contaminated drinking water, affects how well the body responds to a tetanus-diphtheria booster shot. Researchers gave the vaccine to 20 adults from a community with known PFAS exposure and tracked their immune res…

This study looked at how different e-cigarette advertisements, especially those highlighting flavors like strawberry, affect young adults' thoughts about vaping. Over 3,000 young adults aged 18-30, including smokers, vapers, and non-users, viewed one of six online ads and answere…