University Of Birmingham
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Birmingham, explained in plain language.
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Trials from this sponsor expected to report results within the next 12 months.
- Cannabis spray could boost chemo for deadly brain tumors Results expected Sep 2026 (estimated)
- Whey protein before meals may tame blood sugar spikes in seniors with diabetes Results expected Sep 2026 (estimated)
- Spit test could replace needles for tetanus check Results expected Nov 2026 (estimated)
- Can a 100,000-Patient global audit reveal how to make surgery safer? Results expected Nov 2026 (estimated)
- Can we unlock muscle growth in obesity? Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
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Smart blood test aims to end blood pressure medication guesswork
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 'smart' blood test can help doctors choose the right blood pressure medication for each person. High blood pressure affects 1 in 3 adults and can lead to strokes or heart attacks. The trial will enroll 400 people across Europe to see if this personalize…
Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Spit test could replace needles for tetanus check
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study aims to create a quick, non-invasive test using saliva to see if someone has enough antibodies to fight tetanus. Instead of drawing blood, a small saliva sample on a test strip would give results in 10-15 minutes. The test is designed for low- and middle-income areas w…
Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Can a simple pill prevent deadly clots in lung cancer patients?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the blood thinner apixaban can prevent dangerous blood clots in people with lung cancer who are receiving chemotherapy or similar treatments. About 1,456 participants will take either apixaban or a placebo twice a day for six months. The goal is to see if…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:52 UTC
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Can a 100,000-Patient global audit reveal how to make surgery safer?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will track outcomes for 100,000 patients undergoing surgery in 1,000 hospitals across 100 countries. The goal is to understand how post-operative complications vary worldwide and what factors—like hospital resources—might influence them. By comparing results across inc…
Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC