Thomas Jefferson University
Clinical trials sponsored by Thomas Jefferson University, explained in plain language.
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Trials from this sponsor expected to report results within the next 12 months.
- Peer helpers may boost genetic testing in black men with prostate cancer Results expected Sep 2026 (estimated)
- Peer coaches aim to close genetic testing gap for black men with prostate cancer Results expected Sep 2026 (estimated)
- New study aims to boost cancer pill adherence in poor communities Results expected Sep 2026 (estimated)
- At-Home HPV test could boost screening in underserved women Results expected Oct 2026 (estimated)
- Phone diary study aims to uncover Stress-Brain link in breast cancer survivors Results expected Oct 2026 (estimated)
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New MRI-Guided radiation aims to cut prostate cancer treatment time
Disease control Stopped earlyThis phase 2 trial tested whether MRI-guided radiation therapy, given in fewer but higher doses, could safely treat high-risk prostate cancer while reducing side effects. The study enrolled 6 men with localized, high-risk prostate cancer who also received standard hormone therapy…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Heating tumors plus drug shows promise in early breast cancer trial
Disease control Stopped earlyThis early-phase trial tested a combination of hyperthermia (heating the tumor area) and the drug olaparib in 3 patients with breast cancer that had returned on the chest wall. The goal was to see if the combination was safe and could slow tumor growth. The study was terminated e…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Can meal timing protect your brain during cancer treatment?
Symptom relief Stopped earlyThis study tested a text-message-based diet program called Txt4fasting for people with breast or lung cancer that spread to the brain. The goal was to see if eating only during certain hours could reduce thinking and memory problems after radiation. Only 1 person enrolled before …
Sponsor: Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Ultrasound-Guided IUD insertion after birth: does it prevent expulsion?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether using ultrasound to guide the placement of an IUD right after a vaginal delivery helps keep the IUD in place. About 100 women were randomly assigned to have the IUD inserted with or without ultrasound guidance. The goal was to see if ultrasound reduce…
Sponsor: Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Lung cancer video trial fails to reach goal
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if a culturally tailored educational video could help African American, Korean, and Chinese adults learn about lung cancer and screening. Researchers planned focus groups and interviews with 11 participants to understand barriers. The trial was terminated …
Sponsor: Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC