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A Study of Amivantamab in Combination With Lazertinib, or Amivantamab in Combination With Platinum-1
Janssen Research & Development, LLC
Carcinoma, Non-Small-Cell Lung
The primary purpose of the study is to assess how well amivantamab in combination with
lazertinib or in combination with chemotherapy works (antitumor activity) in participants
with epidermal growth factor receptor mutated (EGFRm) non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC;
that is one of the major types of1 expand
The primary purpose of the study is to assess how well amivantamab in combination with lazertinib or in combination with chemotherapy works (antitumor activity) in participants with epidermal growth factor receptor mutated (EGFRm) non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC; that is one of the major types of lung cancer). Type: Interventional Start Date: Dec 2024 |
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A Study of ETHIZIA Versus SURGICEL Original in Controlling Soft Tissue Bleeding During Open Surgery
Ethicon, Inc.
Hemostasis
Hemostatic Techniques
The objective of this clinical investigation is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of
ETHIZIA to control minimal, mild, or moderate soft tissue bleeding during open surgery
when compared to SURGICEL Original in the percentage of cases achieving hemostasis at 3
minutes after product application, an1 expand
The objective of this clinical investigation is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of ETHIZIA to control minimal, mild, or moderate soft tissue bleeding during open surgery when compared to SURGICEL Original in the percentage of cases achieving hemostasis at 3 minutes after product application, and without re-bleeding up to 10 minutes after application. Type: Interventional Start Date: Apr 2025 |
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A Study of JNJ-89402638 for Metastatic Colorectal and Gastric Cancers
Janssen Research & Development, LLC
Colorectal Neoplasms
Gastrointestinal Neoplasms
The purpose of this study is to determine the putative recommended phase 2 dose(s)
(RP2Ds) and best way to take (optimal route of administration) JNJ-89402638 and to
determine the safety of JNJ-89402638 at the RP2D(s) in participants with metastatic
colorectal cancer (mCRC) and metastatic gastric c1 expand
The purpose of this study is to determine the putative recommended phase 2 dose(s) (RP2Ds) and best way to take (optimal route of administration) JNJ-89402638 and to determine the safety of JNJ-89402638 at the RP2D(s) in participants with metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) and metastatic gastric cancer (mGAC) and to determine the safety and tolerability of JNJ-89402638 in combination with bevacizumab or biosimilar with or without chemotherapy in participants with mCRC. Type: Interventional Start Date: Oct 2024 |
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Testing the Addition of the Anti-Cancer Drug Tivozanib to Immunotherapy (Pembrolizumab) After Surge1
Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology
Clear Cell Renal Cell Carcinoma
Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
Stage II Renal Pelvis Cancer AJCC v8
Stage III Renal Pelvis Cancer AJCC v8
This phase III trial compares the effect of adding tivozanib to standard therapy
pembrolizumab versus pembrolizumab alone for the treatment of patients with high-risk
renal cell carcinoma (RCC). Immunotherapy with monoclonal antibodies, such as
pembrolizumab, may help the body's immune system attac1 expand
This phase III trial compares the effect of adding tivozanib to standard therapy pembrolizumab versus pembrolizumab alone for the treatment of patients with high-risk renal cell carcinoma (RCC). Immunotherapy with monoclonal antibodies, such as pembrolizumab, may help the body's immune system attack the cancer, and may interfere with the ability of tumor cells to grow and spread. Tivozanib is in a class of medications called kinase inhibitors. It works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that signals tumor cells to multiply. This helps stop the spread of tumor cells. Giving pembrolizumab and tivozanib together may work better than pembrolizumab alone in treating patients with RCC. Type: Interventional Start Date: Mar 2025 |
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Phase II Biomarker Study of BND-22 in Combination With Cemiplimab in Solid Tumors
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Solid Tumors
To study possible biomarkers that may be related to how SAR444881 works (either alone or
when combined with cemiplimab) in participants with solid tumors. expand
To study possible biomarkers that may be related to how SAR444881 works (either alone or when combined with cemiplimab) in participants with solid tumors. Type: Interventional Start Date: Jul 2025 |
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A Study to Learn How PF-06821497 (Mevrometostat) Works in Men With Metastatic Castration-resistant1
Pfizer
Metastatic Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer
This study will explore whether a combination of the investigational drug PF-06821497 and
enzalutamide will work better than taking enzalutamide alone in participants with mCRPC
who are ARSi or abiraterone naïve. expand
This study will explore whether a combination of the investigational drug PF-06821497 and enzalutamide will work better than taking enzalutamide alone in participants with mCRPC who are ARSi or abiraterone naïve. Type: Interventional Start Date: Oct 2024 |
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A First-in-Human (FIH) Study of BG-C137, an Anti-Fibroblast Growth Factor Receptor 2b (FGFR2b) Anti1
BeOne Medicines
Advanced Solid Tumor
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics (PK),
pharmacodynamics, and preliminary antitumor activity of BG-C137 alone and in combination
with anticancer agents in participants with advanced solid tumors. The study will be
conducted in two phases: Phase 1a (1 expand
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics (PK), pharmacodynamics, and preliminary antitumor activity of BG-C137 alone and in combination with anticancer agents in participants with advanced solid tumors. The study will be conducted in two phases: Phase 1a (Monotherapy Dose Escalation, and Safety Expansion; Combination Dose Confirmation and Safety Expansion) and Phase 1b (Dose Expansion). Type: Interventional Start Date: Dec 2024 |
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Once Daily Versus Twice Daily Budesonide Orodispersible Tablets for Induction of Remission in EoE
Dr. Falk Pharma GmbH
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
The purpose of this study is to prove the non-inferiority of a 6-weeks treatment with 1
mg budesonide orodispersible tablets BID versus 2 mg budesonide orodispesible tabletss
for the induction of clinico-pathological remission in adult patients with active
eosinophilic esophagitis. expand
The purpose of this study is to prove the non-inferiority of a 6-weeks treatment with 1 mg budesonide orodispersible tablets BID versus 2 mg budesonide orodispesible tabletss for the induction of clinico-pathological remission in adult patients with active eosinophilic esophagitis. Type: Interventional Start Date: May 2021 |
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Eating Disorders Genetics Initiative 2
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Anorexia Nervosa
Bulimia Nervosa
Binge-Eating Disorder
Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
The overarching intention of the Eating Disorder Genetics Initiative 2 (EDGI2) is to
increase sample size, diversity, and eating disorder phenotypes. The investigators are
enrolling 20,000 new participants with anorexia nervosa (AN), bulimia nervosa (BN),
binge-eating disorder (BED), avoidant/restr1 expand
The overarching intention of the Eating Disorder Genetics Initiative 2 (EDGI2) is to increase sample size, diversity, and eating disorder phenotypes. The investigators are enrolling 20,000 new participants with anorexia nervosa (AN), bulimia nervosa (BN), binge-eating disorder (BED), avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), and controls in the US, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Sweden, and Denmark. A primary study goal is to enroll at least 30% of participants from underrepresented groups. Participants are asked to complete a series of questionnaires and submit a saliva sample for genotyping. The goal is to better understand eating disorders and how they relate to each other so that better treatments can be developed. Type: Observational Start Date: Oct 2024 |
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A Study to Assess the Efficacy and Safety of Induction Therapy With Afimkibart (Also Known as RO7791
Hoffmann-La Roche
Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis
This Phase III, multicenter, double-blind, placebo-controlled study will evaluate the
efficacy and safety of induction therapy with Afimkibart (RO7790121) compared with
placebo in participants with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC). expand
This Phase III, multicenter, double-blind, placebo-controlled study will evaluate the efficacy and safety of induction therapy with Afimkibart (RO7790121) compared with placebo in participants with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC). Type: Interventional Start Date: Dec 2024 |
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Atomoxetine and Executive Function in PTSD
VA Office of Research and Development
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder With Attention Defic
Attention deficits (AD) frequently co-occur with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
The presence of AD is associated with greater PTSD clinical severity and poorer clinical
outcomes. Knowledge regarding the mechanism underlying this association is limited,
though the emerging evidence has indica1 expand
Attention deficits (AD) frequently co-occur with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The presence of AD is associated with greater PTSD clinical severity and poorer clinical outcomes. Knowledge regarding the mechanism underlying this association is limited, though the emerging evidence has indicated that executive function deficit (EFD) is strongly correlated with AD and PTSD symptoms. While treatments developed for PTSD have existed for years, a substantial portion of individuals do not fully respond to conventional treatment. Accumulating evidence suggest that attention deficit (AD) and EFD may be a driving force for PTSD treatment resistance. However, treatment of executive impairment in PTSD is very limited. As a result, untreated co-occurring AD and EFD in PTSD poses severe negative impacts on patients' functional recovery, treatment outcomes, and quality of life (QoL). Given that up to 50% of patients do not respond well to the first-line pharmacological PTSD treatments, it is imperative to seek novel treatment strategies to improve EF that may improve both standard treatment response and QoL, social function. The proposed study directly addresses this knowledge gap by testing the efficacy of atomoxetine (ATX) in improving EF and attention among Veterans with PTSD, which will further improve Veterans' QoL and social function. ATX represents a promising novel candidate pharmacotherapy for individuals with PTSD. ATX is a non-stimulant selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI), approved by the FDA for the treatment of ADHD. Studies suggest that ATX, unlike stimulants, lacks addictive properties and shows efficacy in the treatment of comorbid depression and anxiety, which is ideal in the treatment of PTSD. Data from the investigators' preliminary study provides encouraging support for the therapeutic potential of ATX in improving EF in Veterans with comorbid PTSD/ADHD. The investigators' recent research uncovered a higher rate of ADHD among Veterans with PTSD, and the comorbid AD symptoms were correlated with PTSD severity and poorer treatment outcomes. Treatment with ATX showed significant symptoms reduction in ADHD and improvement in inhibitory function in Veterans with ADHD/PTSD. In the proposed study, the investigators will focus on ATX in improvement of EF and attention, and further psycho-social life function and QoL. The investigators will (1) employ a randomized, double-blind design that will consist of 12 weeks of treatment with ATX or placebo medication; (2) use standardized, repeated dependent measures to rigorously assess AD and EFD symptomatology; (3) measure impairment in associated mental and behavioral health problems (e.g., attention deficit, depression, anxiety, suicidality, QoL, family/social functioning); and (4) use response inhibition task GoNogo, working memory and attention tests Digit Span and Trail Making to investigate the underlying pathophysiology of PTSD and prognostic indicators of treatment outcome. To achieve these goals, the investigators have assembled a multidisciplinary team with expertise in PTSD, ADHD clinical trials, and human laboratory paradigms who have successfully collaborated in the past and are uniquely qualified to implement this type of investigation. The proposed project is directly responsive to the mission of the VA-RRD "to maximize Veterans' functional independence, quality of life and participation in their lives and community." Successful completion of this study will provide a platform for a large multi-center trial to further confirm the important role of EF in PTSD treatment outcomes. The findings from this study will provide critically needed evidence to help inform clinical practice guidelines on the treatment of PTSD. The outcome of the proposed research will be significant, because it provides a knowledge base to allow for development of new PTSD intervention strategies. More importantly, this clinical trial may immediately benefit Veterans by enhancing their cognitive function, reducing AD related disability, and further improving quality of life for Veterans who suffer from PTSD. Type: Interventional Start Date: Apr 2026 |
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A Phase 2 Study Evaluating Olutasidenib in Patients With IDH1-mutated Clonal Cytopenia of Undetermi1
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Myelodysplastic Syndromes
Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
Clonal Cytopenia of Undetermined Significance
To learn if olutasidenib can help to control CCUS, MDS, and/or CMML. The safety of the
drug will also be studied. expand
To learn if olutasidenib can help to control CCUS, MDS, and/or CMML. The safety of the drug will also be studied. Type: Interventional Start Date: Dec 2024 |
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Non-invasive VNS for Parkinson's Gait
VA Office of Research and Development
Parkinson's Disease
More than 110,000 US Veterans living with Parkinson's disease (PD) currently receive
PD-related care and services from the VA. Fall prevention is a priority for Veterans
living PD. Gait disturbances are a major cause for functional dependence and the largest
risk factor for falls, institutionalizat1 expand
More than 110,000 US Veterans living with Parkinson's disease (PD) currently receive PD-related care and services from the VA. Fall prevention is a priority for Veterans living PD. Gait disturbances are a major cause for functional dependence and the largest risk factor for falls, institutionalization, and death in PD. This SPiRE addresses the need to advance nonpharmacological rehabilitative health care of Veterans and maximizing functional outcomes by developing a non-invasive, neuromodulatory transcutaneous cervical Vagal Nerve Stimulation as an at-home intervention to improve gait and balance. This pilot clinical trial will assist with future efforts and priorities of the VA to prolong independent living and quality of life by minimizing gait and balance dysfunction experienced by Veterans living with PD. Type: Interventional Start Date: Mar 2026 |
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Phase I Study of [177Lu]Lu-NNS309 in Patients With Pancreatic, Lung, Breast and Colorectal Cancers
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma
Non-small Cell Lung Cancer
HR+/HER2- Ductal and Lobular Breast Cancer
Triple Negative Breast Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety, tolerability, dosimetry and
preliminary efficacy of [177Lu]Lu-NNS309 and the safety and imaging properties of
[68Ga]Ga-NNS309 in patients aged ≥ 18 years with locally advanced or metastatic
pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), non-small cell1 expand
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety, tolerability, dosimetry and preliminary efficacy of [177Lu]Lu-NNS309 and the safety and imaging properties of [68Ga]Ga-NNS309 in patients aged ≥ 18 years with locally advanced or metastatic pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), HR+/HER2- ductal and lobular breast cancer (BC), triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) and colorectal cancer (CRC). Type: Interventional Start Date: Oct 2024 |
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Tracking Early Emergence of Sound Perception Impairments in FXS With Multimodal fNIRS/EEG- Infant
Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati
Fragile X Syndrome
Individuals with Fragile X Syndrome show differences in how they understand and learn
language from infancy. They frequently have lifelong delays in speech and language as
well. In addition, they experience other auditory symptoms, including being very
sensitive to certain sounds as well as being m1 expand
Individuals with Fragile X Syndrome show differences in how they understand and learn language from infancy. They frequently have lifelong delays in speech and language as well. In addition, they experience other auditory symptoms, including being very sensitive to certain sounds as well as being more sensitive than others to loud sounds. The underlying brain activity for sound perception and speech learning in Fragile X is not well understood, especially in the infant and toddler years. This study uses behavioral assessment of speech and language abilities, neuroimaging, and hearing tests to understand how speech and hearing are different in children with Fragile X Syndrome. Type: Interventional Start Date: Oct 2022 |
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Use of Thermal Imaging Camera to Assess Perfusion Before and After Vascular Intervention
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
Peripheral Arterial Disease
Critical Limb Ischemia
Critical Lower Limb Ischemia
This is a preliminary prospective observational study measuring change in lower extremity
temperature in response to revascularization procedure.
The main question this study aims to answer is:
- Are temperature measurements from a forward looking infrared (FLIR) camera of the lower
extremity use1 expand
This is a preliminary prospective observational study measuring change in lower extremity temperature in response to revascularization procedure. The main question this study aims to answer is: - Are temperature measurements from a forward looking infrared (FLIR) camera of the lower extremity useful in predicting outcome of revascularization procedures? Type: Observational [Patient Registry] Start Date: Apr 2025 |
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A Study Investigating Subcutaneously Administered Pozelimab in Combination With Cemdisiran or Cemdi1
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals
Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
Geographic Atrophy (GA)
This study is researching experimental (study) drugs called pozelimab and cemdisiran. The
study is focused on participants who have Geographic Atrophy (GA) caused by Age-related
Macular Degeneration (AMD). Geographic atrophy is a medical term that refers to
later-stage cases of AMD which is an eye1 expand
This study is researching experimental (study) drugs called pozelimab and cemdisiran. The study is focused on participants who have Geographic Atrophy (GA) caused by Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD). Geographic atrophy is a medical term that refers to later-stage cases of AMD which is an eye condition affecting central vision (what one sees straight ahead). The purpose of this study is to evaluate the progression rate of Geographic Atrophy in eyes of patients treated with cemdisiran alone or in combination with pozelimab compared to those treated with placebo. The study is looking at several other research questions, including: - What side effects may happen from taking the study drug(s) - How much study drug(s) are in the blood at different times - Whether the body makes antibodies against the study drug(s) (which could make the study drug(s) less effective or could lead to side effects) Type: Interventional Start Date: Oct 2024 |
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Adding Polyphenol-rich Pulses to Daily Diet Improves Skin Health by Reshaping the Skin Microbiome
University of Florida
Healthy
Skin health is influenced by the microbiome, lipids, oxidative stress, inflammation, and
UV exposure. A 12-week trial with 48 women aged 45-65 will test if polyphenol-rich pulses
improve skin health by affecting these factors. Using a white rice control diet, the
study will measure skin parameters1 expand
Skin health is influenced by the microbiome, lipids, oxidative stress, inflammation, and UV exposure. A 12-week trial with 48 women aged 45-65 will test if polyphenol-rich pulses improve skin health by affecting these factors. Using a white rice control diet, the study will measure skin parameters and analyze correlations with changes in lipids and microbiome, potentially proving the benefits of pulses. Type: Interventional Start Date: May 2026 |
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A Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Autogene Cevumeran With Nivolumab Versus Nivolumab A1
Hoffmann-La Roche
Muscle-invasive Urothelial Carcinoma
The original purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of adjuvant treatment
with autogene cevumeran plus nivolumab compared with nivolumab in participants with high
risk MIUC. In this study participants will be enrolled in a safety run-in phase to
receive autogene cevumeran + nivolumab. T1 expand
The original purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of adjuvant treatment with autogene cevumeran plus nivolumab compared with nivolumab in participants with high risk MIUC. In this study participants will be enrolled in a safety run-in phase to receive autogene cevumeran + nivolumab. This phase will be conducted to monitor and ensure the safety of study participants. After all participants in the safety run-in have been enrolled to receive autogene cevumeran + nivolumab, further participants will be randomized in either autogene cevumeran + nivolumab or the nivolumab monotherapy arm. Following the Sponsor's decision to phase out the study, as of Protocol Version 5, the primary purpose of the study is to ensure treatment continuity and safety for the participants who continue to participate in the study and receive study treatment. Type: Interventional Start Date: Dec 2024 |
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Personalized Cancer Vaccine (PCV) Strategy in Patients With Solid Tumors and Molecular Residual Dis1
Washington University School of Medicine
Muscle-Invasive Bladder Carcinoma
Gastroesophageal Adenocarcinoma
Melanoma
Non-small Cell Lung Cancer
This is a phase 1 clinical trial to evaluate the safety, feasibility and immunogenicity
of a personalized cancer vaccine strategy in patients with solid tumors and molecular
residual disease. The hypothesis of the trial is that synthetic long peptide personalized
cancer vaccines will be safe and ca1 expand
This is a phase 1 clinical trial to evaluate the safety, feasibility and immunogenicity of a personalized cancer vaccine strategy in patients with solid tumors and molecular residual disease. The hypothesis of the trial is that synthetic long peptide personalized cancer vaccines will be safe and capable of generating measurable neoantigen-specific T-cell responses enabling ctDNA clearance. The personalized cancer vaccines are composed of synthetic long peptides corresponding to prioritized cancer neoantigens and will be co-administered with poly-ICLC. Type: Interventional Start Date: Mar 2025 |
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Evaluating Safety and Feasibility of Transcutaneous Spinal Cord Stimulation Following Traumatic and1
Francis Farhadi
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Electric Stimulation Therapy
Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury
Cervical Myelopathy
The study will be a non-randomized, non-blinded pilot study to analyze the safety and
feasibility of a non-significant risk device, transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation. The
aim is to include 30 total patients, 10 patients in each of 3 groups:
1. Non-traumatic spinal cord injury (ntSCI) with d1 expand
The study will be a non-randomized, non-blinded pilot study to analyze the safety and feasibility of a non-significant risk device, transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation. The aim is to include 30 total patients, 10 patients in each of 3 groups: 1. Non-traumatic spinal cord injury (ntSCI) with diagnosis of degenerative cervical myelopathy and offered surgical intervention. 2. Early tSCI screened during the hospital admission when cervical/thoracic spinal injury was diagnosed. 3. Delayed tSCI (control) screened 6-24 months after acute cervical/thoracic spinal injury. Type: Interventional Start Date: Oct 2024 |
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A Clinical Study to Evaluate Ianalumab in Participants With Diffuse Cutaneous Systemic Sclerosis
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Diffuse Cutaneous Systemic Sclerosis
The purpose of this study is to evaluate efficacy, safety and tolerability of s.c.
ianalumab administered in participants with diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis relative
to placebo expand
The purpose of this study is to evaluate efficacy, safety and tolerability of s.c. ianalumab administered in participants with diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis relative to placebo Type: Interventional Start Date: Oct 2024 |
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Robot-assisted Training in Children With CP
Cook Children's Health Care System
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common physical disability in early childhood causing
serious motor and sensory impairments. Effective interventions for the recovery of motor
functions are of profound significance to children with CP, their families, caregivers,
and health professionals. Robot-assi1 expand
Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common physical disability in early childhood causing serious motor and sensory impairments. Effective interventions for the recovery of motor functions are of profound significance to children with CP, their families, caregivers, and health professionals. Robot-assisted rehabilitation represents a frontier with potential to improve motor functions and induce brain reorganization in children with CP. Type: Interventional Start Date: Sep 2021 |
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A Study of Nemtabrutinib in Participants With Moderate Hepatic Impairment (MK-1026-015)
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
Hepatic Impairment (HI)
The purpose of this study is to compare the plasma pharmacokinetics (PK) of nemtabrutinib
(MK-1026) following a single oral dose of nemtabrutinib in participants with moderate
hepatic impairment to that of healthy matched control participants and to evaluate the
safety and tolerability of nemtabrut1 expand
The purpose of this study is to compare the plasma pharmacokinetics (PK) of nemtabrutinib (MK-1026) following a single oral dose of nemtabrutinib in participants with moderate hepatic impairment to that of healthy matched control participants and to evaluate the safety and tolerability of nemtabrutinib. Type: Interventional Start Date: Jul 2024 |
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Kidney Stone Inflammation
University of Chicago
Kidney Stone
Stone, Kidney
This observational study aims to look at the connections between kidney stones, insulin
resistance, and inflammation. The researchers hypothesize that people who form calcium
kidney stones and have insulin resistance may have higher levels of inflammation because
they have more visceral fat (fat ar1 expand
This observational study aims to look at the connections between kidney stones, insulin resistance, and inflammation. The researchers hypothesize that people who form calcium kidney stones and have insulin resistance may have higher levels of inflammation because they have more visceral fat (fat around the abdominal organs). The study will recruit 20 people who have had calcium kidney stones but don't have diabetes, and 20 healthy people who haven't had kidney stones. All the participants will come to the research center at the University of Chicago Medicine. Participants will have a dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scan to measure their visceral fat, and give blood and urine samples. The blood will be tested for insulin resistance, inflammatory markers, and other metabolic factors. The urine will be analyzed for substances that increase kidney stone risk. The main goal is to see if the kidney stone formers with insulin resistance have more visceral fat compared to those without insulin resistance and the healthy participants. The researchers will also compare inflammatory marker levels between groups, and look at how visceral fat, inflammatory markers, insulin resistance, and urine stone risk factors are related. The findings may help explain how kidney stones are connected to metabolic conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Researchers hope this information will help identify stone formers at risk early and develop preventive treatments in the future. Type: Observational Start Date: Jun 2024 |