The University Of Texas Health Science Center, Houston

This study looks at how the drug Fintepla affects brain blood flow and breathing in people with Dravet syndrome, a severe form of epilepsy. Researchers will use brain scans to measure changes before and after taking the drug. The goal is to see if Fintepla can reduce the risk of …

This study tests a program that gives unstable housing and a job at the same location to adults who are at risk of homelessness. Researchers want to see if this approach reduces emergency room visits and improves housing, employment, and quality of life. About 750 people will be …

This study will see if offering a rapid, combined HIV and syphilis test to pregnant women in the emergency department helps find more infections and start treatment sooner. About 1,400 pregnant women who have not had regular prenatal care will be included. The goal is to improve …

This study is testing a new program to help teens and young adults who have experienced sexual assault get same-day HIV prevention medicine and substance use support. The program is designed to be more accessible and acceptable than current care. Researchers will work with young …

This study looks at how well a new device called GentleWave cleans out infected tissue and bacteria from deep inside root canals. Researchers will examine teeth from 50 people who already plan to have them removed. The goal is to see if GentleWave leaves less pulp tissue and bact…

This study tests a device that stimulates a nerve in the leg to help people with spinal cord injury manage bladder function at home. About 21 adults with chronic injury above the T9 level will try the treatment. The goal is to see if it is safe, easy to use, and can reduce the ne…

This study tests whether a testosterone gel applied to the skin can safely improve low sexual desire and arousal in women going through or past menopause. About 150 women aged 40-65 with diagnosed low libido will receive either the gel or a placebo for several weeks. The goal is …

This study looks at a new online tool designed to help schools choose and use effective programs to prevent bullying and teen dating violence. Researchers will work with about 25 school staff members in Texas, like administrators and teachers, to see if the tool is easy to use an…

This study looks at how raising or lowering the jaw (the space between upper and lower teeth) changes the shape of the lower face and lips. Researchers will measure things like lip length and smile width in 50 adults who wear full dentures. The goal is to understand these changes…

This study looks at whether a program called MAGIC, which adds short physical activity breaks and lessons into the school day, can help elementary students be more active and lower their risk for heart problems. About 350 students and their teachers will take part. Researchers wi…

This study looks at whether using two non-invasive monitors during pelvic surgery can help detect when a patient's leg isn't getting enough blood. Thirty adults having certain pelvic surgeries lasting over 2 hours will be monitored. The goal is to see how often blood oxygen drops…