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Clinical trials sponsored by University Of California, San Francisco, explained in plain language.
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- Could a swab or a cough sound diagnose TB in kids? Results expected Sep 2026 (estimated)
- Teens with diabetes try art therapy to boost mental health Results expected Sep 2026 (estimated)
- Digital twins could help teens outsmart type 2 diabetes Results expected Sep 2026 (estimated)
- New study tracks how unplanned pregnancy shapes Women's lives Results expected Sep 2026 (estimated)
- New app aims to keep MS patients on their feet Results expected Sep 2026 (estimated)
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New study aims to get more heart patients into rehab
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a personalized 12-week cardiac rehabilitation program, offered in a safety net clinic, helps more heart patients attend rehab compared to the usual referral to an outside program. Researchers will enroll 100 adults who have had a heart attack, surgery, or…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can telehealth replace In-Person cardiac rehab? large study aims to find out
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two ways of delivering cardiac rehabilitation: in-person sessions and telehealth sessions. Cardiac rehab includes exercise training, health education, and counseling for people with heart conditions like heart attack, heart failure, or after heart surgery. The…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can text reminders and training tame high blood pressure?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests different strategies to help people from diverse backgrounds monitor their blood pressure at home. About 330 adults with uncontrolled high blood pressure will receive training on using a blood pressure monitor and a mobile app, plus SMS reminders and education. T…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Light-Activated dye could save sight from severe eye infections
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a light-activated dye called rose Bengal, combined with antibiotics and steroids, can improve vision in people with severe bacterial eye infections. About 60 adults with corneal ulcers and vision loss will receive either the dye treatment or a sham proced…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can pressurized breathing boost mucus clearance in lung disease?
Disease control OngoingThis trial investigates whether delivering a mucus-thinning medication (NAC) with positive airway pressure improves its ability to clear mucus plugs in the lungs of people with asthma or COPD. Participants will receive NAC plus albuterol through either a standard nebulizer or a d…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a repurposed drug boost brain recovery after severe injury?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether an FDA-approved drug, used off-label, can improve recovery in adults with severe traumatic brain injury (TBI). 26 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo within 24 hours of injury. The main goal is to see if the drug leads to better functio…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Student pharmacists may hold the key to better diabetes control in older asian adults
Disease control CancelledThis study tests whether student pharmacists can help older Asian adults (age 50+) with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes improve their blood sugar through lifestyle coaching, education, and adherence support. Participants will receive non-pharmacological guidance from student pharmac…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple exercise routine strengthen bones in thalassemia?
Disease control OngoingThis trial investigates whether a 12- to 36-week program of aerobic and strength exercises can improve body composition, muscle function, and bone density in adolescents and adults with thalassemia. Participants will follow a self-directed routine of 30 minutes of exercise, 5 day…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New surgery could give spinal cord injury patients a better chance at recovery
Disease control By invitation onlyThis trial tests a procedure called expansile duraplasty, where surgeons open the spinal cord's covering and sew in a patch to give the swollen cord more room. Researchers will compare recovery in 66 adults who receive this extra surgery versus those who get standard care alone. …
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Early HIV treatment may shield immune cells from lasting damage
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether starting antiretroviral therapy right away during the first weeks of HIV infection can protect key immune cells from being destroyed. Adults with very early HIV (infected within the last 90 days) receive a combination of dolutegravir and emtricitabine/ten…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can diet and exercise slow prostate Cancer's return after surgery?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether different combinations of diet and exercise support tools—like educational materials, text messaging, and coaching—can improve outcomes for men with prostate cancer who choose surgery. Researchers will track PSA recurrence and quality of life over time. T…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Free grocery cards could improve health for chronically ill, Low-Income adults
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving low-income adults with chronic conditions a monthly grocery card (about $80 per month) improves food security and health compared to a one-time payment. About 7,000 participants are randomly assigned to receive the monthly benefit or a lump sum aft…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can couples therapy cut partner violence and drinking? large trial in india aims to find out
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a program that combines motivational interviewing and behavioral couples therapy to reduce intimate partner violence and alcohol use among married couples in South India. Around 800 couples where the wife has experienced violence and the husband has alcohol use d…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could donor milk give late preterm babies a healthier start than formula?
Disease control PausedThis study compares banked donor breast milk to preterm formula for late preterm infants (born at 34–36 weeks) who need extra nutrition while their mothers' milk supply increases. Researchers will track the babies' weight gain and analyze their gut bacteria to see which supplemen…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Cash after jail: could $6,750 keep HIV in check?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving a guaranteed income of $6,750—either as a lump sum or monthly payments—helps people with HIV who have recently been in jail stay connected to care and keep the virus under control. Thirty-three participants will be randomly assigned to receive the …
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Grocery money may lower blood sugar and blood pressure in low-income patients
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether giving low-income people with diabetes or hypertension a monthly grocery card ($80 or $120) helps them control their disease and feel less stressed about food. About 4,450 adults in California are taking part. Researchers will check changes in blood su…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Can simple tools help cancer survivors live healthier?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests four different tools—coaching, education, text messages, and health coaching—to help cancer survivors improve their diet, physical activity, and weight. About 350 adults who have completed treatment for several cancer types will use these tools for up to 48 weeks…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app and video therapy help young people with HIV?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a combination of weekly video-counseling sessions and a mobile app can help young adults (18-29) living with HIV achieve viral suppression. Participants who are not virally suppressed will be randomly assigned to receive the intervention or standard care.…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Home HIV shots by loved ones could revolutionize care
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study looks at whether a trained friend, family member, or partner can safely give long-acting HIV injections at home. It involves 1,000 people with HIV who are already on the injectable treatment and have the virus under control. The goal is to make it easier for people to …
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Could shorter antibiotic courses be better for hospitalized kids?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study aims to find out if 5 days of antibiotics works as well as 10 days for children hospitalized with pneumonia, skin infections, or urinary tract infections. About 1,200 children will be randomly assigned to either a 5-day or 10-day course, with some receiving a placebo a…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Promising hybrid procedure aims to tame stubborn AFib
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests a new, less invasive surgical approach for people with persistent atrial fibrillation (AFib), a heart rhythm problem that can be hard to treat. The procedure combines two techniques: ablation (creating tiny scars to block faulty signals) and closing off the left …
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New hope: targeted pill before surgery for lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving the targeted drug osimertinib before surgery can shrink tumors in people with early-stage EGFR-mutant non-small cell lung cancer. About 27 adults with stage I to IIIA disease will receive the drug before their operation. The main goal is to see how…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Could a simple drug cut dangerous blood pressure swings in liver transplants?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a drug called Angiotensin II can help control blood pressure during liver transplant surgery, reducing the need for other strong blood pressure medicines. It involves 50 adults with severe liver disease who are receiving a liver from a deceased donor. The…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Single dose of radiation during lumpectomy may control early breast cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests giving a single dose of radiation directly to the tumor site during breast-conserving surgery for early-stage breast cancer. The goal is to see if this one-time treatment works as well as standard radiation therapy that requires multiple visits. Over 1,200 partic…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New hope for young brain tumor patients: drug combo targets IDH mutations
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug (BGB-290) combined with chemotherapy (temozolomide) in teens and young adults with a type of brain tumor called glioma that has an IDH mutation. The goal is to find the safest dose and see how well the combination works for both newly diagn…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Could halting antibiotic distributions end trachoma for good?
Disease control CancelledThis study aimed to see if communities with low levels of trachoma could stop receiving yearly azithromycin treatments without the infection coming back. Researchers planned to compare groups that continued or stopped the medicine over three years. However, the trial was withdraw…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Could a daily shot help kids with rare bone diseases grow?
Disease control OngoingThis early study tests a daily injection of vosoritide (Voxzogo) in 6 children aged 5 to 10 with MPS IVA or VI, rare conditions that cause growth problems. The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and tolerable over 96 weeks. Researchers will also look at changes in height and…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Could a simple nutrient supplement boost malaria protection in kids?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding a daily nutrient supplement (SQ-LNS) to monthly malaria prevention visits can reduce both malaria and malnutrition in children aged 6-24 months in Burkina Faso. Researchers will compare malaria rates and nutritional status between children receivin…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Can ocrelizumab tame MS inflammation from the start? new study aims to find out
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether the drug ocrelizumab (Ocrevus) can improve signs of inflammation in the spinal fluid of people newly diagnosed with relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS) or a high-risk first attack (clinically isolated syndrome). Thirty participants will receive ocreliz…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:15 UTC
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Could early steroids help kids recover from stroke?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study looks at whether giving steroids early to children who had a stroke from a condition called focal cerebral arteriopathy (FCA) can help reduce damage to the brain's arteries. About 80 children aged 1 to 18 will be randomly assigned to get steroids right away or only if …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Remote monitoring study aims to lower blood pressure in 2,500 patients
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests different patient- and clinic-focused strategies to help people with high blood pressure get it under control. Researchers will compare changes in blood pressure readings from clinic and home monitoring. The goal is to find the most effective approach for English…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Sleep apnea treatment may ease PCOS symptoms
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether using a CPAP machine to treat obstructive sleep apnea can help improve insulin resistance and hormone levels in women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Researchers will measure changes in fat production, testosterone, and insulin in 20 women aged …
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New study tests safer refeeding for teens with atypical anorexia
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study compares two ways of reintroducing food (refeeding) to hospitalized patients aged 12-24 with atypical anorexia nervosa. The goal is to see which method helps patients reach medical stability faster and with fewer side effects. Participants will be followed for one year…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Smart scans may boost prostate cancer radiation therapy
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether using PSMA PET scans to select patients with castration-resistant prostate cancer that has spread to bones can improve the effectiveness of radium-223 therapy. Radium-223 is a radioactive drug that targets bone tumors. The study involves only 2 p…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Could common drugs help heal traumatic brain injuries? new trial aims to find out
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether certain FDA-approved drugs, used off-label, can help people recover better after a traumatic brain injury (TBI). About 672 adults with moderate to severe TBI will receive either an experimental drug or a placebo within 24 hours of their injury. The main g…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Can targeted antibiotic rounds wipe out blinding eye disease?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving antibiotics more often to entire communities can eliminate trachoma, an eye infection that can cause blindness. Over 300,000 people in Ethiopia are taking part. The goal is to see if this intensive approach works better than the current yearly trea…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Can video chats curb drinking in liver patients? new trial aims to find out
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a stepped alcohol treatment delivered via video or phone calls can help people with advanced liver disease cut back on unhealthy drinking. About 180 participants will be randomly assigned to either the treatment program or usual care. The goal is to see i…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:07 UTC
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Matching depression treatment to your symptoms: a smarter approach?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether choosing depression treatments based on a person's specific symptoms (like anhedonia or anxious distress) works better than the usual trial-and-error method. 150 adults with major depressive disorder will receive either standard care or a treatment matche…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:50 UTC
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Gut bacteria tweak could boost Parkinson's drug response
Disease control PausedThis study explores whether altering gut bacteria with an antibiotic (rifaximin) can improve motor symptoms and medication response in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will first analyze how gut bacteria relate to symptoms, then give some participants rifaximin and ot…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:44 UTC
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New study aims to find the best way to catch HPV cancers early in HIV patients
Diagnosis OngoingThis study looks at which tests work best to find early signs of HPV-related cancer in the cervix or anus of people living with HIV. About 1,586 participants from Mexico and Puerto Rico will be tested using different methods, including HPV tests and cell samples. The goal is to c…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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MRI screening may spot pancreatic cancer sooner in High-Risk gene carriers
Diagnosis OngoingThis pilot study is testing whether routine MRI scans can find early signs of pancreatic cancer in people who carry BRCA, ATM, or PALB2 gene mutations, which raise their risk. About 250 participants will undergo MRI, MRCP, endoscopic ultrasound, and provide blood, tissue, and sal…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart blood pressure cuff could spot hidden heart rhythm problem
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis study is testing whether a special home blood pressure monitor that can detect atrial fibrillation (AFib) helps diagnose the condition faster in older adults with high blood pressure. About 1,900 participants aged 60 and older will take daily blood pressure readings and answ…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Brain wave test may unlock secrets of chronic pain
Diagnosis OngoingThis study uses a device that combines magnetic stimulation and brain wave recording (TMS-EEG) to find biological markers for chronic pain. Researchers will measure brain responses in 100 adults with chronic pain and see if these signals can help diagnose pain types and predict h…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Empowerment over pills: can Life-Skills training curb unintended pregnancies?
Prevention OngoingThis trial tests a group-based program called TARANG, designed to empower young married women in India with life skills, reproductive health knowledge, and confidence to make decisions about family planning. The study involves about 2,400 women aged 18-25 who recently married and…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A smartphone app may help foster youth avoid drugs and alcohol
Prevention By invitation onlyThis trial tests whether a digital app called FostrSpace can reduce substance use among youth aged 13 to 20 who are in foster care. The app is delivered through training sessions for CASA volunteers, who then support the youth in using it. Researchers will measure changes in drug…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Beer and prevention: new study tests alcohol counseling to boost HIV drug adherence
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether a brief alcohol counseling program helps high-risk adults who drink heavily stay on HIV prevention medication (PrEP or PEP). Researchers will enroll 400 people at drinking venues in Kenya and Uganda, giving half the counseling and half standard care. They…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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At-Home cervical cancer screening could save lives in rural uganda
Prevention OngoingThis study looks at whether women in rural Uganda can screen themselves for cervical cancer using a simple HPV test at home. Over 2,500 women aged 25-49 will collect their own samples during community health campaigns. The goal is to see if this approach increases screening rates…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Malaria prevention study pulled before it began
Prevention CancelledThis study aimed to see if sending health workers to find malaria cases in high-risk villages and among forest workers could lower malaria rates better than usual care. It planned to track infections over 18 months in southern Laos. However, the study was withdrawn before any par…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New tools aim to boost colonoscopy rates and prevent cancer
Prevention By invitation onlyThis study tests ways to help more people complete a colonoscopy after an abnormal stool-based colorectal cancer screening test. The researchers will use team-based best practices in clinics and a patient app with enhanced instructions and navigation. About 2,000 adults who speak…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Sleep app could stop postpartum depression before it starts
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether a digital sleep program (CBT-I) can prevent depression in pregnant people with insomnia. 456 participants will either use the CBT-I app or receive standard sleep hygiene education. Researchers will track who develops depression through one year after birt…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Could a wearable nerve stimulator help MS patients walk more freely?
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis trial tests a wearable device that uses mild electrical pulses to stimulate the leg muscles of people with multiple sclerosis who have foot drop. The goal is to see if using the device for several months improves walking quality, physical activity, and participation in daily…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New app aims to bridge depression care gap for MS patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a smartphone app called MS CATCH that lets people with multiple sclerosis regularly report their mood to their neurologist. The goal is to improve how doctors screen and treat depression in MS. About 100 adults with MS and mild-to-moderate depression are taking p…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can mindfulness and motivation curb binge eating? new study seeks answers
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a new program that combines mindful eating with motivational interviewing to help people with overweight reduce binge eating. One hundred participants will either receive the full program (counseling plus daily meditation) or just daily meditation. The main goal …
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Kidney stone surgery without a hospital stay: can it be done safely?
Symptom relief CancelledResearchers compare two ways to perform percutaneous nephrolithotomy, a surgery to remove large kidney stones. One approach sends patients home the same day without a nephrostomy tube, a small tube placed in the back to drain urine. The other keeps patients in the hospital for on…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a targeted nerve block cut opioid use after spine surgery?
Symptom relief CancelledThis trial tests whether a bilateral erector spinae plane block, an ultrasound-guided injection near the spine, can reduce pain and opioid use after lumbar or lumbo-sacral spine surgery. Half of the participants receive the block, while the other half receive a sham procedure. Re…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Meditation app aims to boost sleep and ease stress in aging brains
Symptom relief OngoingThis pilot study tests whether a personalized digital meditation app called MediTrain can help older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) sleep better and feel less stressed. Participants will use the app for 30 minutes daily over 6 weeks. Researchers will measure changes …
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Zapping the brain while meditating: a new hope for memory loss?
Symptom relief OngoingThis pilot study tests whether combining a gentle, noninvasive brain stimulation technique (tACS) with digital meditation can improve thinking skills and well-being in older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). About 90 adults aged 60-85 with MCI will participate. The goa…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a childcare subsidy and mindfulness app ease parental stress?
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a 50% childcare subsidy, combined with access to a mindfulness meditation app, can help reduce financial and parenting stress in parents. Around 40 parents receiving or waitlisted for the subsidy will be asked to use the app and report on their stress lev…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nature as therapy? a new trial tests outdoor outings for anxious kids
Symptom relief CancelledThis trial tests whether spending time in nature can reduce anxiety in children aged 9-12 who have experienced adverse childhood events. Participants are assigned to either group nature outings, family outings, or a waitlist. The goal is to see if these nature-based activities im…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Faith-Based therapy aims to heal trauma in young women
Symptom relief OngoingThis trial tests a counseling program called Mpata Yathu ('Our Space') for adolescent girls and young women in Zambia who have experienced gender-based violence and may be living with or at risk for HIV. The program uses problem-solving therapy delivered by trained lay counselors…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Miracle fruit tested as taste saver for head and neck cancer patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether a 'miracle fruit' cube (miraculin) can improve taste loss in head and neck cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy. Taste problems are common and hard to treat during radiation. The study will compare the fruit cube to a placebo in 40 patient…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New app aims to keep MS patients on their feet
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a personal health app called MS FIT that lets people with multiple sclerosis log falls and near-falls, view their health data, and share it with their doctor. The goal is to improve communication about fall risks and provide educational tips. About 100 participan…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a meditation app cure loneliness in seniors?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a digital meditation app can improve emotional well-being in lonely adults aged 60 and older. Participants use the app five days a week for six weeks. Brain scans and surveys measure changes in loneliness, anxiety, and stress.
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Teens with diabetes try art therapy to boost mental health
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether an 8-week arts-based storytelling workshop can improve social connection, identity, and emotional well-being in adolescents and young adults with diabetes. Ten participants aged 16-25 will attend weekly sessions involving writing, drawing, and group discu…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New wearable device aims to tackle MS bladder issues from home
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a wearable device, used at home alongside pelvic floor therapy, can help people with multiple sclerosis manage bladder problems. Twenty women with MS will use the device for three months. The main goal is to see if the approach is practical and easy to us…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a phone app help stressed parents of teens in the justice system?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a mobile health app designed to reduce parenting stress for caregivers of justice-involved youth aged 12-17. The app aims to help parents feel more mindful and less stressed, which may improve their teen's engagement in substance use treatment. Researchers will m…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Piano lessons may keep aging brains sharp, new study hints
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether 12 weeks of piano improvisation training can improve thinking skills and self-control in adults aged 60 and older, including those with mild cognitive impairment. Participants will either take piano improvisation lessons or listen to music with an instruc…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can a simple fluoride treatment save teeth after cancer radiation?
Symptom relief OngoingThis pilot study looks at whether giving fluoride varnish during regular cancer checkups can help protect the teeth of head and neck cancer patients who have had radiation and lack easy access to a dentist. About 43 uninsured or underinsured adults will receive 4-5 fluoride treat…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Cool cap could keep hair on during chemo
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a portable scalp cooling system called Amma to see if it can prevent hair loss in women receiving chemotherapy for early-stage breast cancer. Forty women with stage I-III breast cancer will use the cooling cap during their chemo sessions. The goal is to see if mo…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Magnetic pulses to the brain may ease stubborn nerve pain
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether repeated magnetic pulses (rTMS) aimed at the brain's motor area can safely reduce chronic nerve pain that hasn't responded to other treatments. About 32 adults with conditions like post-stroke pain, trigeminal neuralgia, or spinal cord injury will receive…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Kickstarting Well-Being: can soccer and counseling help teens thrive?
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests a program called Meet Me on the Pitch (MMotP) that combines soccer with behavioral health sessions for teens aged 14-21. The goal is to improve mental health, well-being, and academic support. Researchers will compare the program to standard sports activities in …
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New Sensor-Equipped jaw device could help cancer survivors eat and speak again
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a new low-cost device designed to help people who developed lockjaw (trismus) after radiation treatment for head and neck cancer. The device is a non-invasive jaw stretcher with sensors that measure pressure and how wide the mouth opens, giving real-time feedback…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Rhythm and connection: music therapy shows promise for dementia patients and caregivers
Symptom relief OngoingThis study explores whether a simple music activity—tapping along to rhythms together—can improve social attention and feelings of closeness in people with frontotemporal dementia or Alzheimer's disease, and their caregivers. Eighty patient-caregiver pairs will participate in a c…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Can a phone app help childhood cancer survivors keep track of their health?
Knowledge-focused OngoingResearchers at the University of California, San Francisco are testing a mobile app built for survivors of childhood cancer and their caregivers. The app shows each person their treatment history and follow-up recommendations, and sends messages to help them learn about their dia…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Woman's biological clock also predict her Heart's future?
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyResearchers at the University of California, San Francisco, are studying whether the pace at which a woman's ovaries age can signal her future risk of heart disease. The trial follows 865 women who were already part of a long-running reproductive health study. Participants underg…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a wearable track your bladder health? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study explores whether wearable bladder devices can help monitor and treat bladder problems in postpartum women and men after prostate surgery. Researchers will test a wearable ultrasound and an intravaginal exerciser to see if they provide useful data for patients and thera…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood and brain scans may expose invisible injury after head trauma
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyResearchers are testing whether certain proteins in the blood and advanced brain scans can detect hidden damage in people with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury. The study enrolls 50 adults and follows them for 3 months, taking blood samples and MRI scans shortly after in…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can three numbers predict who will fail prostate cancer radiation?
Knowledge-focused OngoingResearchers are examining whether the Gleason score, prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level, and clinical stage can predict treatment failure, death, and quality of life in men who received radiation therapy for localized prostate cancer. The study reviews medical records and ques…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV and oral cancer: what blocks access to care?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study talks to people living with HIV from diverse backgrounds to learn what helps or hinders them from getting oral health care and cancer prevention. Researchers will hold focus groups and use questionnaires to understand barriers and gather ideas for improvement. The goal…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a mild case of COVID-19 harm your kidneys? urine tests may hold the answer
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThe KIDCOV study investigates whether mild or asymptomatic COVID-19 that does not require hospitalization increases the risk of kidney injury. Researchers enroll 2,000 adults who tested positive or negative for COVID-19, balanced by race and ethnicity across California, Michigan,…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a 6-hour online course change how nurses treat HIV patients?
Knowledge-focused CancelledResearchers are testing whether an online HIV stigma training can reduce stigmatizing attitudes and behaviors in nursing students. Third- and fourth-year nursing students will either take this training or a standard HIV epidemiology course. Before and after, the students will com…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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PRP knee injections: new study looks at blood protein changes in osteoarthritis patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections into the knee can change certain proteins in the blood of people with knee osteoarthritis. About 60 participants aged 18-70 will receive either PRP or a saltwater placebo, and researchers will compare protein levels t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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50,000 samples to unlock secrets of hereditary tumors
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study will collect blood and tumor tissue from up to 50,000 adults with hereditary or genetic-linked cancers. Researchers will use these samples to create lab-grown tumor models, like mini-tumors, to study how these cancers work and test new treatments. The goal is to better…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria may hold clues to anal cancer risk in hispanic HIV patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis completed study examined 217 Hispanic people living with HIV in California, Mexico, and Puerto Rico to see if the types of bacteria in the anus are linked to high-risk HPV infection and pre-cancerous lesions. Researchers collected anal swabs and questionnaires to compare mic…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pandemic pregnancy: tracking COVID's impact on mothers and babies
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis nationwide study follows thousands of pregnant women from early pregnancy through the first year of their baby's life to understand how COVID-19 infection affects both mother and child. Researchers will track infections, including those without symptoms, and compare pregnanc…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Asthma study seeks volunteers to build research database
Knowledge-focused PausedThis study is gathering information from adults with asthma to better understand the condition. Researchers will collect medical history and lung function data to create a database for future asthma research. The study does not test any new treatments or medications.
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart scarring in HIV: researchers probe substance use link
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis observational study will use cardiac MRI to examine how stimulant and polysubstance use affects heart scarring and inflammation in 400 people with and without HIV. Participants will have one study visit for a detailed heart scan. The goal is to better understand the combined…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple swallow test might signal the perfect moment to remove a breathing tube
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study tests whether a device that measures pressure in the esophagus can detect when a patient waking from anesthesia has regained the protective swallowing reflex needed to safely remove a breathing tube. Researchers will monitor patients aged 18 to 70 during their recovery…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can ancient ayurveda help cancer survivors? new study tests feasibility
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether two different health programs are practical and acceptable for women who have finished treatment for early-stage breast cancer. One program combines nutrition advice, lifestyle changes, yoga, and therapeutic touch (Ayurveda). The other is a self-guided…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can mapping a rare Gene's effects pave the way to targeted epilepsy therapies?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows children aged 6 to 21 who have a CNKSR2 gene mutation, which can cause epilepsy, language difficulties, and intellectual disability. Researchers will use brain scans, EEGs, and developmental tests to track how the condition changes over time. The goal is to cre…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can smartphones and wearables unlock the secrets of atrial fibrillation?
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study aims to better understand atrial fibrillation (AFib), the most common abnormal heart rhythm. Researchers will use mobile devices like ECG patches and a smartphone app to monitor heart rhythm, activity, and sleep in 3,000 adults, some with AFib and some without. Partici…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Study probes hidden factors that worsen asthma during exercise
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how two factors—metabolic dysfunction (often linked to obesity) and mucus plugs in the airways—affect lung function during exercise in people with asthma. Researchers will compare lung function changes in 80 adults with asthma, including those with obesity and…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple glucose monitor unlock PCOS secrets?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to learn more about blood sugar patterns in women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM). Researchers will compare women with and without PCOS to see how their blood sugar differs in daily life. They will also test whether w…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we stop fistula repairs from failing? scientists hunt for modifiable risk factors
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows women who have had surgery for a female genital fistula, a hole between the bladder and vagina that causes incontinence. The goal is to find factors that can be changed to prevent the repair from breaking down or new incontinence from developing. Researchers wi…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smarter AI display help doctors make better diagnoses?
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study tests whether showing AI predictions as a shift from a doctor's own initial guess (Bayesian update) improves diagnostic accuracy compared to showing raw AI probabilities. About 100 healthcare professionals will review 8 simulated patient cases involving chest pain or s…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive heart biobank aims to unlock genetic secrets of cardiovascular disease
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study collects blood and tissue samples from up to 500,000 adults, including heart patients, their family members, and healthy individuals. Researchers will analyze these samples to find molecular and genetic markers linked to heart disease. The goal is to improve understand…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists map the Brain's speech decoder
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study investigates how the brain processes speech sounds to understand language. Researchers will record brain activity from people with epilepsy or brain tumors who already have electrodes implanted for medical reasons. Participants listen to short speech sounds while their…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Brain implant that thinks for itself tested in Parkinson's and dystonia
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a new type of brain implant that can both sense brain activity and deliver stimulation in real time. It involves 25 people with Parkinson's disease or dystonia who already need deep brain stimulation. The goal is to see if closed-loop stimulation (which adjusts a…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Scientists expose COPD patients to ozone to uncover Pollution's hidden impact
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how ozone, a common air pollutant, affects immune cells in the lungs of people with COPD. Researchers will expose 72 participants (including healthy non-smokers, smokers without COPD, and COPD patients) to ozone in a controlled chamber and track changes in the…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Study reveals hidden lung damage from secondhand smoke in flight attendants
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how long-term exposure to secondhand tobacco smoke changes the lungs of never-smoking flight attendants who worked on planes before smoking was banned. Researchers want to see if a bronchodilator, a medicine that opens airways, can help with breathing problems…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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School lesson aims to help kids fight air pollution
Knowledge-focused OngoingThe BREATHE study tests whether a one-hour interactive lesson on air pollution can change how middle-school students think and act about pollution. About 600 students will be split into two groups: one gets the air pollution lesson, the other a lesson on vaccines. Researchers wil…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New program aims to ease HIV stigma for expectant mothers in ghana
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study adapts an existing stigma-reduction program specifically for pregnant and postpartum women living with HIV in Ghana. Researchers will interview 30 women and 20 providers to understand their experiences, then work with stakeholders to tailor the program. Finally, 90 pre…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New study tracks voice recovery after throat surgery
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study follows 500 adults with vocal cord paralysis or atrophy who undergo laryngeal framework surgery. Researchers will track voice quality, swallowing ability, and complication rates for two years after surgery. The goal is to understand which surgical techniques work best …
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Can online chats help latinx teens master diabetes tech?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether virtual peer groups can help Latinx teenagers with type 1 diabetes use insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors more effectively. About 120 teens and their caregivers will join online sessions covering topics like family relationships, school, and wo…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Could brain zaps curb anorexia's compulsive grip?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study explores whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can reduce compulsive behaviors in people with anorexia nervosa. Twenty participants will receive multiple sessions of rTMS targeting a brain region l…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Can Non-Toxic pest control protect kids in home daycares?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study works with about 30 family child care home directors in California to see if teaching them integrated pest management (IPM) can cut down on pesticide use and exposure. Directors get education, carpet dust tests, and monthly advice for 7 months. The goal is to lower hea…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Fibroid treatment showdown: which procedure stands the test of time?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis nationwide registry follows 578 women with uterine fibroids who choose either radiofrequency ablation (Acessa) or myomectomy. Researchers track symptom changes, quality of life, and need for repeat treatment over three years. The goal is to understand which procedure provide…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New study tracks how unplanned pregnancy shapes Women's lives
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows over 2,000 women aged 15-34 who are not pregnant at the start to understand their feelings about pregnancy and how those feelings change. Researchers track who becomes pregnant, what decisions they make, and how pregnancy affects their health, stress, and well-…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New school program aims to boost mental health for immigrant girls
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at a program called VOCES-NUEVAS for newcomer girls from Latin America in Oakland schools. The goal is to see if the program fits well in schools and helps improve mental health. About 24 girls will take short surveys before and after the program, and give feedba…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Genetic sleuthing aims to solve mysteries of fetal hydrops
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis national study is looking at 500 babies and fetuses with non-immune hydrops fetalis or other birth defects to find hidden genetic causes. Researchers are using a detailed genetic test called exome sequencing to look for DNA changes that might explain these conditions. The go…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Gene hunt aims to solve mysterious fetal swelling disorder
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks for genetic causes of non-immune hydrops fetalis, a condition where fluid builds up abnormally in a fetus, leading to high risks of stillbirth or death. Researchers will use whole genome sequencing on 500 affected fetuses or newborns and their parents. The goal i…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Gene sequencing sheds light on unexplained fetal abnormalities
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at 500 pregnant women whose fetuses have structural anomalies not explained by standard genetic tests. Researchers will use advanced genomic sequencing to find possible genetic causes. The goal is to learn more about these conditions and how families use this inf…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Could a hospital stay help families with food and housing?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis pilot study at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital tests whether it's practical and acceptable to screen families of hospitalized children for unmet social needs like food or housing insecurity, and then connect them with resources. Researchers will develop a screening protocol…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Can less potent weed make you sharper? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused PausedThis study looks at whether young adults (ages 21-25) who use high-potency cannabis concentrates can improve their memory and thinking by switching to less potent products. Researchers will test participants' cognitive performance and collect blood and urine samples. The goal is …
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Firefighter cancer screening study pulled before it started
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study planned to give low-dose chest CT scans to firefighters aged 35 and older to see how many had lung cancer, other cancers, or lung diseases from job-related smoke and chemical exposure. It was withdrawn before any firefighters were enrolled, so no results are available.…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Rescue litter position may impact breathing
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at how lying flat, sitting up, or being vertical in a rescue litter affects lung function. Researchers will test 12 healthy volunteers weighing 130-310 pounds. The goal is to see if a vertical position is better for breathing than lying flat, which could help res…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Tiny study probes why MS drug may miss hidden immune cells
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study will examine lymph nodes from 5 people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis who are starting ocrelizumab treatment. The goal is to see how effectively the drug removes B cells from lymph nodes, since these cells are known to be important in MS but are not well s…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Massive nepal study tracks health fallout of denied abortions
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 1,436 women in Nepal who sought pregnancy termination services to understand the health consequences of unwanted pregnancy and being denied a legal abortion. Researchers will track physical and mental health, child development, and family well-being over three …
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Asthma mucus study pulled before it began
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study planned to use a special camera (virtual navigation bronchoscopy) to collect samples from mucus plugs in the lungs of people with asthma. The goal was to compare inflammation markers between plugged and non-plugged airways, and with healthy volunteers. However, the stu…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Cash for housing: silicon valley trial gives $1,000 monthly to homeless families
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study gives 300 homeless or housing-unstable families in Santa Clara County, California, $1,000 per month for 24 months to see if it helps them find and keep stable housing. Researchers will also measure effects on health and well-being. Participants can choose between equal…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Can genes predict epilepsy in babies who had seizures?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows about 300 children who had seizures shortly after birth to see if their genes influence whether they develop epilepsy later in childhood. Researchers will combine genetic information with brain scans and EEG results to create a risk score. No new treatments are…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Why do south asians have higher heart disease risk? major study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows over 2,300 South Asian adults in the US to understand why they have high rates of heart disease and stroke, even without traditional risk factors. Participants are aged 40-84 and have no prior heart events. Researchers will track heart scans, diabetes, and othe…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Study probes how poverty and support shape child transplant success
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how social factors like income, education, and community support impact recovery in 500 children after liver transplant. Researchers will survey caregivers and interview families to understand barriers to good outcomes. The goal is to find ways to better integ…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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HIV and fatty liver: a hidden risk revealed?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how often fatty liver disease occurs in people living with HIV. Researchers will measure liver fat in 1,250 adults with HIV who are on stable treatment. The goal is to understand the true scale of this liver condition in this group, which has been largely over…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Join the brain health registry and help fight Alzheimer's from home
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThe Brain Health Registry is an online project that collects information about memory, mood, sleep, diet, and exercise from adults over 18. Participants also take simple cognitive tests online. The goal is to build a large database to speed up research into brain diseases like Al…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Asthma mucus plug removal study halted before it began
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study aimed to see if removing mucus plugs from the airways of people with asthma is safe and could improve lung function. Researchers planned to use a thin tube with a camera (bronchoscopy) to remove the plugs and then check breathing tests one week and six months later. Ho…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New study aims to better predict recovery after head injury in seniors
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study follows 1,500 older adults (65+) who come to the emergency department after a traumatic brain injury, along with matched controls. Researchers will track their recovery over 12 months using brain scans, blood tests, and health assessments. The goal is to develop age-ap…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues to predict which cancer treatments work best
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study collects tissue and blood samples from 156 people with advanced prostate, kidney, or bladder cancers. Researchers analyze these samples to find genetic markers that predict how well different treatments will work. Participants do not receive any experimental treatment …
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Brain study aims to unlock secrets of speech control
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how the cerebellum, a part of the brain, helps us learn and adjust our speech. Researchers will use brain scans, magnetic stimulation, and speaking tasks in people with cerebellar ataxia (a movement disorder) and healthy volunteers. The goal is to better under…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Brain recordings reveal secrets of language processing
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study records brain activity from people with epilepsy or brain tumors who already have electrodes implanted for medical reasons. Participants listen to short speech sounds in English, Spanish, or Mandarin while their brain signals are measured. The goal is to understand how…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:58 UTC
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Can a smart patch help teens tame type 2 diabetes?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether teenagers with type 2 diabetes will wear and use a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) — a small sensor that tracks blood sugar levels. Twenty participants will use the FreeStyle Libre CGM for 6 months, while 10 others serve as a comparison group. The mai…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:08 UTC
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Heart study pulled before it began: plan to tackle poverty and readmissions scrapped
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study was designed to see if helping heart patients with social problems like food, housing, and mental health could keep them out of the hospital. The researchers planned to screen patients and connect them to community resources. However, the study was withdrawn before enr…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:10 UTC