Rutgers, The State University Of New Jersey

This study tests whether giving a short course of radiation to the tumor area before surgery is safe and practical for women with early-stage breast cancer. About 98 women over age 50 with small, low-grade tumors will receive radiation, then have surgery. The main goal is to chec…

This study tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab to standard chemotherapy and radiation before and after surgery can help prevent stomach cancer from coming back. It is for people with specific genetic types of stomach cancer (mismatch repair deficient or Epst…

This study tests whether giving hormone therapy before prostate cancer surgery helps preserve the ability to have erections afterward. About 90 men with high-risk prostate cancer will receive either one or two hormone drugs before their surgery, and their sexual function will be …

This study tests a 10-week program called HomeStyles, adapted for Chinese Americans, to help them eat more fiber, be more active, and lower their risk for heart disease and diabetes. About 400 adults of Chinese heritage who have or live with someone with a cardiometabolic conditi…

This study was designed to test whether combining three drugs—rituximab, venetoclax, and bortezomib—could shrink tumors in people with a fast-growing blood cancer called diffuse large B-cell lymphoma that had come back or stopped responding to standard therapy. The trial was with…

This study looks at whether involving a radiation specialist early in care can improve quality of life for adults with metastatic cancer that cannot be cured. About 156 participants will either get standard cancer care alone or standard care plus early radiation oncology visits. …

This study looks at whether a daily grape powder drink can help college students feel less anxious, depressed, or stressed. It also checks if it improves gut bacteria. Fifty healthy students aged 18-30 will take either grape powder or a placebo for 4 weeks and fill out surveys an…

This study compares over-the-counter pain relievers to prescription opioids for managing pain after wisdom tooth removal. About 1,800 people will rate their pain and satisfaction over a week. The goal is to see if non-opioid options work just as well, which could help reduce opio…

This study tests whether tracking phone use, doing more non-phone activities, and earning small financial rewards can help college students reduce their problematic smartphone use. About 50 Rutgers students who feel they use their phone too much will use a special app to monitor …

This study looks at whether giving an extra dose of radiation before breast cancer surgery is safe and helps doctors target the tumor better. It involves about 100 people with early-stage breast cancer that hasn't spread. The goal is to see if this approach leads to fewer side ef…

This study compares two types of radiation therapy for men with early-stage prostate cancer that hasn't spread. One method places a tiny radioactive seed directly into the prostate, while the other delivers radiation from outside the body in five sessions. The goal is to see whic…

This study tests whether an online tool called Empowered Survivor helps people who have had oral or throat cancer feel more confident managing their health. About 643 cancer survivors will use either the new tool or a standard online program. The goal is to see if the tool improv…

This study tests whether an 8-week family wellness program helps Latino children entering kindergarten improve their language, literacy, and social-emotional skills, and supports healthy home routines. About 396 families will take part, with one group receiving the program and th…

This study is creating a custom blood test for each person to detect cancer DNA in the blood. It includes 30 patients with gastrointestinal cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen. The goal is to see if this test can help guide treatment and monitor cancer over time.

This study tests a digital self-management and peer mentoring program for young adults (ages 18-25) who survived childhood cancer. The goal is to help them take charge of their lifelong follow-up care as they move from pediatric to adult health services. The program aims to impro…