Universidade Do Porto
Clinical trials sponsored by Universidade Do Porto, explained in plain language.
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Teens learn to stop sexual violence before it starts
Prevention OngoingThis study tests a new school program called SUN (Stand Up Now) that teaches high school students how to recognize and safely intervene in situations where sexual violence might happen. About 231 teens in Portugal will take part, with some receiving the program and others not. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidade do Porto • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 15:02 UTC
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Dance your way to better health: new study tests benefits for older adults
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether a dance program can help adults aged 50 and older stay physically and emotionally healthy. About 110 healthy volunteers will either take dance classes, do general exercise, or continue their normal routine. Researchers will measure changes in fitness, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidade do Porto • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 01, 2026 19:27 UTC
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Pilates plus brain games may keep seniors from falling
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether a 20-week program combining mat Pilates with dual-task exercises (moving while thinking) can improve trunk strength, balance, and cognitive function in healthy adults aged 60 and older. About 67 participants will be randomly assigned to either the exer…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidade do Porto • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 01, 2026 19:26 UTC
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New study aims to sharpen stroke prediction by standardizing clot detection
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study involves 850 participants and aims to create a more accurate and consistent way to detect microembolic signals (tiny clots) in the brain using ultrasound. Currently, detecting these signals requires expert interpretation, which can vary. By having multiple experts revi…
Sponsor: Universidade do Porto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:03 UTC