University Of Coimbra
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Coimbra, explained in plain language.
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Trials from this sponsor expected to report results within the next 12 months.
- New online program aims to ease stress for adoptive parents Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
- Forget long workouts: 'Exercise Snacks' could be the key to healthy aging Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
- New PET scan could reveal hidden heart scarring in real time Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
- Can an online program ease menopause mood swings? Results expected Feb 2027 (estimated)
- Can a 30-hour e-learning course equip family doctors to deliver better palliative care? Results expected Feb 2027 (estimated)
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New therapy aims to tame psychopathy in prisoners
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new therapy program called PSYCHOPATHY.COMP for male prison inmates with psychopathy. The goal is to see if 20 weeks of compassion-focused sessions can reduce psychopathic traits and improve emotional control. Researchers will compare the therapy to usual priso…
Sponsor: University of Coimbra • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to cut dementia risk in care home residents
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests a tailored program called REMINDER4Care for adults aged 65 and older living in residential or daycare facilities. The program focuses on social and cognitive activities to reduce dementia risk. Researchers will compare the program's effects on thinking skills, mo…
Sponsor: University of Coimbra • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Can an online program ease menopause mood swings?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests a web-based program called Cuidar-ME, designed to help women going through perimenopause or menopause feel better mentally and emotionally. The program includes 8 weekly online modules based on cognitive-behavioral therapy. Researchers will recruit 150 wome…
Sponsor: University of Coimbra • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can one therapy help teens with both social anxiety and defiant behavior?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a type of talk therapy called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for teenagers who have both social anxiety disorder and oppositional defiant disorder. The therapy aims to help teens become more flexible in their thinking and behavior. Researchers will measu…
Sponsor: University of Coimbra • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New online therapy aims to ease emotional toll of early Parkinson's
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an 8-week online group therapy program for people diagnosed with Parkinson's disease before age 65. The therapy, called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), helps participants cope with difficult thoughts and feelings related to their condition. Researchers w…
Sponsor: University of Coimbra • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Beetroot juice may help stave off memory loss, small study hints
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether drinking beetroot juice daily for two weeks can improve memory and brain blood flow in 25 people with small vessel disease and diabetes. The juice is rich in nitrate, which the body can convert to nitric oxide, a molecule that helps blood vessels wi…
Sponsor: University of Coimbra • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New PET scan could reveal hidden heart scarring in real time
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study is testing a new type of PET/CT scan that uses a radioactive tracer called 68Ga-FAPI to detect active scarring (fibrosis) in the hearts of 30 people with heart failure. The goal is to see if this scan can spot early or ongoing scarring better than current MRI met…
Sponsor: University of Coimbra • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC