University Of Zurich

This study tests a new approach called pharmacoscopy for people with brain tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The method uses a lab test on a patient's own tumor cells to find which drugs might work best for them. The goal is to see if this personalized way of…

This study tests whether improving deep sleep with soft sounds can make cognitive training more effective for people with Parkinson's disease and mild cognitive impairment. Fifty participants will do a 5-week brain fitness program at home while using a sleep device that either pl…

This study tests whether a new MRI contrast agent, gadopiclenol, can detect brain metastases earlier than current methods in 180 patients with advanced lung cancer, melanoma, or breast cancer. Participants will receive screening brain MRIs to compare diagnosis times. Early detect…

This study tests a smartphone app that sends social support prompts to adults with depression who are waiting to start therapy. Over 21 days, 120 participants will be tracked six times daily to see if the app reduces depressive symptoms and loneliness. The goal is to find the bes…

This study looks at how satisfied young people and those with low incomes are with free HIV and STI testing and counseling in Lucerne and Zurich. About 1800 participants will share their feedback through a questionnaire. The goal is to see if these free services meet people's nee…

This pilot study tests whether transferring gut bacteria from a healthy donor (via a stool transplant) can change the gut microbiome in 30 people with type 2 diabetes and stable coronary artery disease. Researchers will measure changes in gut bacteria and explore effects on metab…

This study looks at better ways to assess pain in intensive care unit (ICU) patients who are on breathing machines and cannot speak. It uses a special tool (AlgiScan) and a behavioral checklist to measure pain and adjust painkillers more safely. Researchers will compare these new…

This study aims to better understand heart failure by deeply analyzing blood samples and health data from 500 adults with the condition. Researchers will look at molecules like RNA and proteins to find patterns linked to disease progression. The goal is to identify new biomarkers…

This study looks at how well the body handles phosphate from food as people age and whether men and women respond differently. Researchers will give a phosphate drink to 40 healthy volunteers aged 18-25 and 63-70 and measure phosphate levels in their blood. The goal is to underst…