University Hospital, Caen
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital, Caen, explained in plain language.
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New study aims to curb binge drinking in students with Psychology-Based tools
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests a prevention program for young adults (ages 18-30) who binge drink. The program uses motivational interviewing and other psychological techniques to help reduce heavy drinking. About 240 students will take part to see if the program works better than usual advice…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:50 UTC
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Money matters: study probes financial role in dialysis decisions
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at what matters most to people with advanced kidney failure when choosing between home dialysis and in-center dialysis. Researchers want to know if a monthly financial allowance influences their decision. About 500 adults in France will answer questions about the…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:10 UTC
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Brain scans reveal secrets of cognitive deficits after injury
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how different types of brain damage (from stroke, tumors, or diseases) cause specific problems with thinking, memory, and other mental skills. Researchers will use advanced brain scans and cognitive tests in 400 adults (both with and without brain in…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:10 UTC
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AI could predict heart damage from cancer treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a computer-based tool that predicts which cancer patients are at risk of heart damage from certain chemotherapy drugs. Researchers will follow 600 patients in France for one year, collecting data to train a machine learning model. The goal is to help doc…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:02 UTC
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New 10-Minute test reveals how Alzheimer's warps time perception
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new 10-minute tool called CHRONOS to see how Alzheimer's disease affects a person's sense of time. Researchers will ask 40 people with Alzheimer's to complete tasks about timing, order, and memory. The goal is to find early signs of the disease and help do…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:04 UTC
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New skin patch could predict heart failure Flare-Ups
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a small, skin-based device that records heart signals in people with heart failure. The goal is to find early warning signs that a patient's condition is getting worse, so doctors can step in sooner. About 70 adults hospitalized for heart failure will wear t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New study aims to curb antibiotic overuse for coughs and colds
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a two-part approach—helping doctors communicate about viral infections and having pharmacists check prescription lengths—can reduce how many days antibiotics are prescribed for common respiratory infections like bronchitis, sinusitis, and sore throat. Abo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:54 UTC