University Of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

This study looked at whether taking fish oil and vitamin D soon after a burn injury could stop chronic pain from developing. It included 24 adults with burns covering less than 30% of their body. The trial was stopped early, so results are limited.

This study tested a smartphone app called SMILE that teaches mindfulness to help reduce anxiety. It included 398 Black and Latino adults who had moderate anxiety. Participants used the app for 8 weeks and reported their stress levels and heart activity. The goal was to see if the…

This study looked at whether using the SinuSonic device for 5 weeks could improve anxiety, depression, and overall well-being in adults with ongoing nasal or sinus congestion. Sixteen participants tracked their symptoms and device use. The study was terminated early, so results a…

This study looked at whether a single session of non-invasive brain stimulation (alpha-tACS) could make people more flexible in their choices, especially those with a history of heavy drinking. Only 7 healthy adults and risky drinkers took part before the study was stopped. Resea…

This study looked at whether virtual coaching helps rural pharmacists better counsel patients who are hesitant about COVID-19 vaccines. Sixteen pharmacies took part, first receiving standard training and then adding a virtual coach. Researchers measured how well pharmacists commu…

This study looked at whether measuring certain immune cells (CD5+ regulatory B cells) after initial treatment could help doctors decide who needs ongoing therapy for ANCA vasculitis, a rare blood vessel disease. The idea was that patients whose immune cells recovered well might s…

This small pilot study aimed to see if antiseizure medications change brain connectivity patterns in people with severe brain injuries who are unconscious. Only 5 participants were enrolled before the study was stopped early. Researchers used brain scans to look for seizure-relat…

This study aimed to understand what helps or gets in the way of using Horyzons, a digital platform with therapy and social features, in clinics for young people with early psychosis. Researchers recruited providers and clients from five clinics in North Carolina and gathered feed…

This early-phase study tested whether a special MRI technique using inhaled xenon gas could detect brown adipose tissue (BAT) in healthy adults. Brown fat helps burn calories, so finding it could improve understanding of obesity. The study involved 17 volunteers and measured BAT …

This study tested a virtual reality training program for healthcare teams to reduce disparities in maternal care. It involved 66 participants, including healthcare workers and new mothers. The goal was to see if the training could lower severe postpartum pain and improve respectf…