Rutgers, The State University Of New Jersey

This study compares a single daily dose of long-acting insulin to the standard regimen of long-acting insulin plus mealtime shots in pregnant women with diabetes. Researchers want to see if the simpler approach controls blood sugar just as well and doesn't increase risks for babi…

This study tests a new way of giving three chemotherapy drugs (TAS-102, oxaliplatin, and irinotecan) along with a targeted therapy (bevacizumab) to people with advanced colorectal cancer that has stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal is to see if this combination ca…

This study is for people with a type of bile duct cancer that cannot be removed by surgery but hasn't spread. It tests whether a liver transplant after at least 6 months of chemotherapy can help them live longer. The study will enroll 30 adults whose cancer is stable or shrinking…

This study tests whether giving a higher-than-standard dose of buprenorphine to people with opioid use disorder who test positive for fentanyl is safe and helps them start addiction treatment within a week. About 140 participants will receive either a standard or high dose in the…

This study is testing a mobile health program delivered through WhatsApp to help Hispanic adults adopt sun-safe habits like using sunscreen and checking their skin for cancer. About 114 participants who are at risk but not doing enough to protect themselves will be split into two…

This study looks at how different types of exercise affect brain health and Alzheimer's risk in 280 older African Americans (age 60+). Participants will do either cardio-dance or strength/flexibility/balance exercises for 6 months. Researchers will measure thinking skills, brain …

This study looks at two methods to control pain after same-day orthopedic surgeries like ACL repair or rotator cuff surgery. One method uses a continuous pain pump that delivers medication over time, while the other is a single nerve block given before surgery. Researchers will t…

This study looks at two wound dressings used after surgery for hidradenitis suppurativa, a painful skin condition. The newer dressing contains silver to fight bacteria and lidocaine to ease pain. Researchers want to see if it helps wounds heal faster and reduces the need for stro…

This study looks at whether a special numbing injection, called the Twin Block, can reduce jaw muscle pain after wisdom tooth removal. About 48 healthy adults who have their wisdom teeth out under sedation and still have significant pain the next day will receive either the Twin …

This study is testing a new smartphone app that uses mindfulness techniques to help cancer survivors quit smoking. About 50 adults who have been diagnosed with cancer and smoke at least one cigarette a day will try the app. Researchers will measure how easy the app is to use, how…

This study tests whether a numbing injection to the throat during vocal cord surgery can reduce pain, coughing, and help voice recovery afterward. About 28 adults with benign vocal cord growths will receive either the numbing shot or a placebo (salt water). The goal is to see if …

This study looks at whether updating radiation treatment plans at set times during therapy can lower side effects for people with non-small cell lung cancer. As tumors shrink from radiation, healthy tissue can get exposed, so researchers want to see if planned re-designs help. Ab…

This study tests whether using a virtual reality headset can help young adults aged 18-25 with ADHD concentrate better while studying or doing homework. Participants will be split into groups: some use VR alone, others get real-time focus feedback, and a control group. The goal i…

This study tests a therapy method to reduce the return of problem behavior (like aggression or self-injury) in children when they don't get what they want. Researchers will compare two approaches in 30 children aged 3-17 who have frequent problem behavior despite prior treatment.…

This study tests whether a fast-paced PTSD therapy (Massed Prolonged Exposure) can reduce PTSD symptoms and substance use in adults already getting treatment for substance use disorder. About 168 participants will either receive the intensive therapy or standard care, and be foll…

This study is testing whether an AI-powered conversational agent can deliver a proven therapy (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) to help older adults with HIV manage suicidal thoughts and emotions. The goal is to see if this approach is practical, easy to use, and helps participants …

This study tests a special gel (RADA-16) applied during tonsil removal to see if it reduces bleeding and pain after surgery. About 134 adults having their tonsils out will either get the gel or standard care. Participants will fill out online surveys every other day for 15 days t…

This study is testing a coaching program designed to help Hispanic adults at high risk for lung cancer make informed decisions about screening. Researchers will adapt the program to fit Hispanic cultural needs and then test it with 91 participants to see if it increases screening…

This study tests a digital program called mySmartSkin to help melanoma survivors do thorough skin self-exams. About 385 people who had melanoma surgery in the past 3 months to 5 years will use the app. The goal is to see if the app helps them check all body parts and find new or …

This study aims to find the best way to use transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to change how the brain processes rewards in people who are dependent on nicotine. Researchers will test different pulse patterns in 42 smokers to see which one most effectively alters a brain sig…

This study looks at how breathing in ozone, a common air pollutant, harms the lungs. Healthy adults will breathe filtered air and low-level ozone in separate sessions. After each session, they will cough up a sample to measure how immune cells in the lungs react. The goal is to u…

This study tests different brain stimulation targets to see which best boosts reward signals and decision-making in smokers, aiming to reduce cravings. 36 nicotine-dependent adults will undergo three sessions of TMS (a non-invasive brain stimulation) while their brain activity is…

This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS can alter brain waves related to reward processing. About 28 healthy adults aged 18-55 will perform decision-making tasks while their brain activity is measured. The goal is to understand how TMS might…

This study looks at how the choices we make affect what we remember. Researchers will work with 50 epilepsy patients who already have brain electrodes implanted for their treatment. Participants will play a computer game that tests decision-making and memory while their brain act…

This study looks at whether teaching Black women about harmful chemicals in hair products can change how they choose and use those products. About 120 women in Newark, NJ will attend clean beauty events and fill out surveys right after and again 3 months later. The goal is to see…

This study tests whether a health coach can help people at high risk for lung cancer make better decisions about getting screened. About 594 current or former smokers aged 50-77 will either receive coaching or usual care. The goal is to see if coaching leads to more informed choi…

This study looks at how your genes may affect your risk of breast cancer. Anyone 18 or older living in the US can join, even if you don't have cancer. You fill out online surveys and mail in a saliva sample. In return, you can get free info about your genetic ancestry.

This study looks at whether charcoal-filtered cigarettes change how people smoke and their exposure to harmful chemicals. About 252 adult smokers who smoke at least 5 cigarettes daily will be randomly assigned to use either charcoal-filtered or regular cigarettes for 4 weeks. Res…

This study looks at how attention and specific thinking strategies influence decision-making and brain activity in people with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder compared to those without. Participants will complete computer gambling tasks during brain scans and eye-tracki…