Universiti Sains Malaysia
Clinical trials sponsored by Universiti Sains Malaysia, explained in plain language.
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Honey as a helper: new trial tests bee therapy for young glaucoma patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking stingless bee (Kelulut) honey daily for three months can reduce inflammation and protect the eye nerve in people with juvenile open-angle glaucoma. Sixty participants will either take honey or not, and researchers will measure changes in blood mark…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Universiti Sains Malaysia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:04 UTC
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Silk road travelers get gut check: probiotics may ease tummy troubles
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether taking a probiotic supplement can help healthy adults maintain a balanced gut while traveling for less than a week along the Silk Road. Travel often causes digestive problems and sleep issues due to new foods and stress. The researchers will compare ch…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Universiti Sains Malaysia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a quick online quiz predict your gum disease risk?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to see if an online questionnaire can accurately assess a person's risk for gum disease (periodontitis or gingivitis). About 393 adults in Saudi Arabia will fill out the questionnaire and then get a dental exam to compare results. The goal is to create a simple, r…
Sponsor: Universiti Sains Malaysia • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:16 UTC
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Can chitosan cream outshine silicone and olive oil in scar prevention?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether chitosan cream can prevent raised scars (hypertrophic scars) better than silicone gel or olive oil. 120 adults with fresh surgical or traumatic scars will apply their assigned treatment twice daily for 8 weeks. Doctors will assess scar appearance at 4, 12…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universiti Sains Malaysia • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Mindfulness may ease PTSD after car crashes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 6-week mindfulness program (MBSR) can reduce PTSD symptoms and improve quality of life in people who have been in a road traffic accident. About 110 adults aged 18-60 with PTSD will be randomly assigned to either MBSR or standard care. Researchers will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universiti Sains Malaysia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:11 UTC
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Honey for your eyes? new study tests sweet remedy for allergy sufferers
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking Kelulut honey daily for one month can reduce itchy, red, watery eyes and dry eye symptoms in adults with allergic conjunctivitis. Researchers will compare the honey to a placebo syrup in 72 participants, measuring tear film stability and eye cell h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universiti Sains Malaysia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:54 UTC
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New hope for Kids' tired eyes: clinical trial launches
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special product can reduce digital eye strain (also called computer vision syndrome) in children. About 70 kids with mild to moderate symptoms will receive either the product or a placebo. The goal is to see if symptoms like eye discomfort improve.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universiti Sains Malaysia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:53 UTC
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Desk job hurting your back? ancient exercise may offer relief
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether Baduanjin, a gentle traditional Chinese exercise, can reduce chronic low back pain in office workers who sit for long hours. Thirty participants will either practice Baduanjin for eight weeks or receive no special treatment. Researchers will measure chang…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universiti Sains Malaysia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:51 UTC
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Which painkiller sedates ICU patients better? fentanyl vs morphine showdown
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares fentanyl and morphine, both given with propofol, to sedate adult ICU patients on breathing machines. Researchers want to see which drug helps patients reach the right sedation level faster and reduces the need for extra calming medicine. The trial involves 116…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Universiti Sains Malaysia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 19, 2026 11:48 UTC
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Travel tummy troubles? probiotics may be your Gut's best friend
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking probiotics before and during a short trip abroad can help healthy adults avoid stomach problems, sleep issues, and anxiety. About 46 participants will take either probiotics or a placebo. The goal is to see if probiotics keep gut bacteria stable an…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Universiti Sains Malaysia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:13 UTC