University Of Massachusetts, Amherst
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Massachusetts, Amherst, explained in plain language.
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Gardening and counseling may boost HIV care in food-insecure communities
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether combining urban gardening with peer nutritional counseling can improve HIV care for 433 adults in the Dominican Republic who have food insecurity. Participants must have detectable HIV viral load or adherence issues. The goal is to see if the program help…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Amherst • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 06:53 UTC
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Can a smartphone app prevent suicide in college students? new study aims to find out.
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a mobile app called Jaspr, which teaches skills to manage suicidal thoughts, works better with or without extra human support. About 50 college students who have recently had suicidal thoughts or behaviors will use the app and report on their symptoms. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Amherst • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:38 UTC
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Jumping for brainpower: new study tests if active play boosts thinking in Low-Income preschoolers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a teacher-led program of fun, movement-based activities can improve thinking skills like memory and attention in preschool children from low-income families. About 112 children will take part over 6 months, with researchers checking how well the progra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Amherst • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 06:46 UTC