Rutgers, The State University Of New Jersey

This study tested a personalized program to help 89 adults aged 19 and older in Camden, New Jersey manage their weight and reduce pain. The program focused on healthy eating and physical activity tailored to each person's needs and barriers. Results showed improvements in body ma…

This study tested a program where teenagers learn about high blood pressure and then teach an adult they know. The goal was to see if this approach could help adults lower their blood pressure. The study involved 64 pairs of adults with high blood pressure and a teen (ages 14-24)…

This study tested whether adding antibiotics (amoxicillin and metronidazole) to standard deep-cleaning treatment helps adults with gum disease. 236 participants from dental practices across the U.S. were randomly assigned to get either antibiotics or a placebo along with their cl…

This early-stage trial tested adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab to standard chemotherapy and radiation for people with stage II to IIIB non-small cell lung cancer. The main goal was to find the safest dose and identify side effects, especially severe lung inflammation. …

This study tested one or two new methods to treat dental ankylosis, a condition where a tooth fuses to the jawbone, stopping normal growth. Five people aged 6 to 30 with affected baby or permanent teeth took part. The goal was to see if the treatments could move the stuck tooth a…

This early study tested whether common mouthwashes can reduce the amount of SARS-CoV-2 virus that people breathe out. 34 adults with confirmed COVID-19 provided breath samples using a face mask before and after rinsing with mouthwash or water. Researchers measured viral levels to…

This study looked at whether eating only during a 9-hour window each day, along with cutting calories, helps overweight older women lose weight and keep their bones healthy. Researchers compared this to just cutting calories alone. They also checked changes in gut bacteria. The s…

This study tested whether electronic alerts in the emergency department help doctors start diabetes care sooner. 300 adults with high blood sugar were included. The alerts prompted doctors to order additional tests and arrange follow-up appointments. The goal was to see if this l…

This study tested a new HIV prevention training program for Black women at high risk for HIV in Washington D.C., Atlanta, and New Orleans. 23 women took part in sessions tailored to their experiences. The goal was to see if the program was practical and well-liked, and to boost i…

This study tested an online program called HomeStyles-2 that helps parents create healthier home environments for their children aged 6 to 11. The program focuses on improving diet, physical activity, and sleep habits to reduce the risk of childhood obesity. About 459 families pa…

This study tested a new personalized feedback program designed to help young adults aged 18 to 25 reduce risky alcohol and drug use. Researchers enrolled 660 participants across the U.S. to see if the program lowered substance use, related problems, and motivated change. The goal…

This study looked at whether special lymphatic exercises can reduce fluid overload symptoms like shortness of breath, leg swelling, and fatigue in people with heart failure. 80 participants were split into two groups: one did lymphatic exercises plus daily monitoring, the other o…

This study tested a virtual reality program to help 60 young adults (ages 18-25) with ADHD concentrate while studying or doing homework. Participants used a VR headset, with some also receiving real-time feedback on their focus levels. The goal was to see if VR improves attention…

This study adapted a behavioral activation treatment (BeatIt-2) to help minimally verbal autistic adults with depression. Nine participants and their caregivers took part. The goal was to see if the therapy was feasible and could reduce depressive symptoms using caregiver-reporte…

This study looked at whether exposure to PFAS chemicals (found in some drinking water) can weaken the body's immune response to the tetanus and diphtheria booster vaccine. Twenty adults from a community with known PFAS exposure received the vaccine and had blood and saliva sample…

This study looked at whether taking a common antibiotic (azithromycin) for 5 days changes how well healthy young adults can exercise. Researchers measured treadmill performance and gut bacteria before and after the antibiotic or a placebo. The goal was to learn more about how gut…

This study surveyed over 1,200 US adults who smoke cigarettes to see how they respond to FDA-approved ads claiming smokeless tobacco products like snus are less harmful than cigarettes. Participants viewed different ads and reported their beliefs about health risks and their inte…

This study tested whether a special website could help people who had melanoma (a type of skin cancer) do a better job protecting their skin from the sun and checking their skin for new or returning cancers. About 485 people who had been treated for early-stage melanoma took part…

This study looked at whether exercising in the afternoon is better for heart and metabolic health in adults with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes. Researchers measured changes in body weight, blood sugar control, and blood flow. The goal was to see if timing exercise could improve …

This study created and tested an educational website to help Black and African American cancer patients understand personalized cancer treatments and clinical trials. Researchers interviewed 48 patients and caregivers, then tested the website with 33 patients. The goal was to see…

This study tested how eating peanuts affects inflammation and appetite in 17 older adults who were overweight. Participants ate two different meals—one with peanuts and one without—to compare their body's response. The goal was to see if peanuts, which are high in healthy fats, c…

This study looked at how the bacteria living in our guts can change the way drugs work in the body. Researchers gave 17 healthy adults certain drugs known to be broken down by gut microbes and measured how the drugs moved through their blood. The goal was to confirm that lab test…

This study looked at how breathing in wildfire smoke for just one hour affects healthy adults' brains. Researchers measured a blood marker called p-tau, which is linked to memory and thinking problems. Twelve healthy people aged 18-40 took part, each having two visits: one breath…

This study looked at how one session of exercise changes the brain's response to insulin in adults aged 40 to 80 who are overweight or obese. Researchers used MRI scans to measure brain activity and tested memory and thinking skills. The goal was to learn more about how exercise …

This study looked at how breathing in ozone, a common air pollutant, affects immune cells in the lungs. Healthy adults breathed filtered air and low-level ozone, then provided sputum samples. Researchers measured changes in macrophage cells to better understand lung injury from p…

This study tested a text-message program for adults with diabetes visiting the emergency department. The program sent educational materials and resource referrals to help patients manage their condition. Researchers measured changes in diabetes knowledge, distress, and self-care.…

This study looked at why people with dementia and their families often don't accept community-based palliative care, which focuses on comfort and quality of life. Researchers created informational materials and a way to personalize how that information is shared. They then tested…

This study tested a special training and tool for home hospice clinicians to help them better care for patients with dementia and support their families. About 93 nurses, social workers, and family caregivers took part. The goal was to see if the training reduces caregiver burden…

This study looked at how a supplement made from Concord grapes and soy protein changes the bacteria in the gut. 34 healthy adults took the supplement, and researchers checked their gut bacteria and blood health. The goal was simply to learn more, not to treat any disease.

This study followed over 800 healthcare workers and non-healthcare workers for several years to understand how SARS-CoV-2 spreads and who gets sicker. Researchers collected swabs, blood, and saliva samples along with survey data. The goal was to identify risk factors for infectio…

This study looked at how a short-term high-fat diet (5 days) compared to a low-fat diet (5 days) affects inflammation in older adults aged 50-79, both with normal weight and obesity. Researchers measured blood markers of inflammation and gut bacteria changes. The goal was to unde…

This study tested whether sending tailored text messages and providing access to poverty-reducing resources, alongside standard literacy programs in doctor's visits, could improve language and social-emotional skills in low-income Latino children. About 662 families with babies a…

This study tested a brief virtual mindfulness program designed to reduce stigma in people with lung cancer, especially those from underserved groups. Researchers worked with a community advisory board of lung cancer patients to build the program. 108 adults with a history of toba…

This study tested a digital tool (a chatbot) to help cancer survivors learn about genetic testing for hereditary cancer risk. 50 adults who had certain cancers (like breast, ovarian, or prostate) took part. The goal was to see if the chatbot was easy to use and if it helped more …

This study looked at how carbon dioxide (CO2) might cause trouble with thinking or memory. Researchers measured immune cell activity in blood samples from 27 healthy adults after CO2 exposure. The goal was to understand the biological process behind CO2-related cognitive impairme…

This study looked at how different flavor-related features in e-cigarette ads (like flavor names, colors, and images) affect young adults' thoughts and intentions about using e-cigarettes. Over 3,000 people aged 18-30 who either smoke cigarettes or don't use tobacco took part. Th…

This study looked at how obesity affects the way the body processes immunoglobulin G (IgG), a drug used to treat immune deficiency. Researchers wanted to find the best dose for obese patients to avoid side effects from too much medication. The study included 40 adults aged 18 to …

This study looked at whether a simple slow-breathing exercise can help binge drinkers control their automatic reactions to alcohol-related images and improve their ability to say no. Researchers measured brain activity in 100 participants while they did tasks involving alcohol cu…