University Ghent
Clinical trials sponsored by University Ghent, explained in plain language.
Upcoming readouts
Trials from this sponsor expected to report results within the next 12 months.
- Digital coach for nurses aims to end guesswork in wound care Results expected Sep 2026 (estimated)
- Could a simple scan replace the goopy plaque dye at the dentist? Results expected Oct 2026 (estimated)
- New study tests best gum graft to save bone after tooth implant Results expected Nov 2026 (estimated)
- Beach walks may sharpen minds and lower stress in seniors Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
- Can the Body's stress wiring explain why pain spreads and lingers? Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
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Could a needle in the neck ease headache pain?
Disease control OngoingThis trial investigates whether adding dry needling to manual therapy helps people with myofascial headache. Participants receive either manual therapy alone or manual therapy plus dry needling over four sessions. The study measures changes in headache-related disability, neck fu…
Sponsor: University Ghent • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a website persuade men in crisis to ask for help?
Prevention CancelledResearchers at Ghent University are evaluating an online campaign and website called Get out of your head, which aims to help men who have experienced suicidal thoughts feel more willing to seek support. The study asks men aged 18 and older who have had suicidal thoughts in the p…
Sponsor: University Ghent • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 18:00 UTC
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At-Home test boosts cervical cancer screening in underscreened women
Prevention OngoingThis study looks at whether giving women a free self-sampling device (SSD) through their general practitioner (GP) can increase cervical cancer screening rates among those who haven't had a smear test in 6 years. About 3,375 women aged 31-64 in Flanders will be randomly assigned …
Sponsor: University Ghent • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New skin spray may heal moisture wounds faster in hospitals
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a special skin protectant spray (3M Cavilon Advanced) can heal partial-thickness wounds caused by moisture (like from incontinence or stoma leaks) faster and with less pain than usual hospital wound care. About 36 adults in hospitals will be randomly assi…
Sponsor: University Ghent • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Can the Body's stress wiring explain why pain spreads and lingers?
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyResearchers at Ghent University are studying how the body's stress systems relate to musculoskeletal pain such as fibromyalgia and low back pain. They compare adults with subacute or chronic pain, both localized and widespread, against pain-free volunteers. Participants complete …
Sponsor: University Ghent • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 18:00 UTC
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Sea air secrets: could a day at the beach boost your health?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether breathing sea air can affect your health. Researchers will compare 67 healthy adults who spend time at the coast versus those who stay inland. They will collect nose swabs, blood samples, GPS data, and questionnaires to see if sea air changes the micro…
Sponsor: University Ghent • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Beach walks may sharpen minds and lower stress in seniors
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether spending time at the Belgian coast can improve physical and mental health in people over 60. Sixty retired adults will take a walk along the coast and another walk in the city on different days. They will wear sensors to measure heart rate and stress, …
Sponsor: University Ghent • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC