University Of Sao Paulo
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Sao Paulo, explained in plain language.
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Could flashing lights ease depression? new study investigates
Symptom relief OngoingThis small, early-stage study is testing whether a non-invasive light therapy is safe and might help people with moderate to severe depression. Thirty participants will receive ten 30-minute sessions of flashing white light over two weeks, with follow-up checks. The main goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug tested for ringing ears relief
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tested whether donepezil, a medication typically used for Alzheimer's disease, could help reduce the symptoms of chronic tinnitus (ringing in the ears). Seventy patients with long-term tinnitus were randomly assigned to receive either donepezil or a placebo pill for th…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Scientists test which tourniquet stops bleeding best
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to find out which commercially available emergency tourniquet works best to stop blood flow in arms and legs. Researchers will test three different tourniquet models on 40 healthy volunteers. They will measure how much pressure each tourniquet needs and how quickl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 04, 2026 00:49 UTC
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Can garden oils outperform fish oil?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing whether plant-based oils from Echium and Ahiflower plants can be good, sustainable alternatives to fish oil for getting omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for heart health. Fifteen healthy young adults will try three different 8-week supplement plans: …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Can diet and exercise slow cellular aging? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to understand how nutritional counseling and combined exercise training affect markers of cellular aging in older women. It will involve 80 women aged 60-75, comparing those with normal weight and obesity. Researchers will measure changes in cell health, inflammat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:17 UTC