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- Dementia / Alzheimer's💵 May compensate
Study of LHP588 in Subjects With P. Gingivalis-Positive Alzheimer's Disease
Testing an Alzheimer’s treatment in people with dementia and gum infection
📍 Banner Alzheimer's Institute · Phoenix, AZ · +38 more US sites · Get directions →
This study is to test LHP588 in persons who have mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease (AD) who have shown progressive mental decline in the last year and who have P. gingivalis (Pg) infection.
- Sickle cell disease💵 May compensate
Escalating Doses of VAS-101 in Subjects With Stable Sickle Cell Disease
Testing higher doses of VAS-101 in people with stable sickle cell disease
📍 National Institutes of Health Clinical Center · Bethesda, MD · Get directions →
Background: Sickle cell disease (SCD) is an inherited blood disorder. The disease affects the ability of red blood cells to carry oxygen.
- High blood pressure💵 May compensate
Arterial Ablation for the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Its Comorbidities
Testing a device used through a blood-vessel procedure for type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure
📍 Hospital Paitilla Clinicas y Hospitales · Panama City, · Get directions →
This study is assess the safety and performance of the Neurotronic Infusion catheter for treatment of patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2DM) and hypertension.
- Type 2 diabetes💵 May compensate
A Study of CX11 Tablets in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Testing whether CX11 tablets are safe and work in people with type 2 diabetes not well controlled on
📍 Central Research Associates - Flourish - PPDS · Birmingham, AL · +30 more US sites · Get directions →
This study is testing whether a new medication called CX11 works and is safe for participants with type 2 diabetes who have not reached good blood sugar control while taking a steady dose of metformin, with or without a steady dose of an SGLT2 inhibitor, for at least 90 days. The study is being done at multiple medical centers.
- Fatty liver disease (NASH/MASH)💵 May compensate
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, the HEpatic Response to Oral Glucose, and the Effect of Semaglutide (NAFLD HEROES)
Testing how the liver responds to glucose in fatty liver disease, and semaglutide’s effect
📍 National Institutes of Health Clinical Center · Bethesda, MD · Get directions →
Background: In non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), fat accumulates in the liver and can cause damage. Researchers want to learn what causes the damage NAFLD, and to see if a medication can help.
- Type 2 diabetes💵 May compensate
HP-211 Safety and Proof of Concept Dose Ranging Study in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes
Testing different doses of a treatment to see safety and effects on blood sugar in people with type
📍 Alliance Clinical Canoga Park (Hope Clinical Research) · Canoga Park, CA · +24 more US sites · Get directions →
Blood sugar levels are controlled by insulin, a hormone made by cells in the pancreas. After a meal, carbohydrates are broken down into glucose which is absorbed from the intestine into the blood leading to a rise in glucose (blood sugar) which triggers the secretion of insulin.
- Obesity / overweightFatty liver disease (NASH/MASH)💵 May compensate
Human Models of Selective Insulin Resistance: Alpelisib, Part I
Testing how insulin works in healthy people versus people at risk for type 2 diabetes
📍 Columbia University Irving Medical Center · New York, NY · Get directions →
The goal of this clinical trial is to understand how the blood sugar-lowering hormone insulin works in healthy adults versus those who are at risk for type 2 diabetes. The study will use a drug called alpelisib, which interferes with insulin's actions in the body, to answer the study's main question: does the liver continue to respond to insulin's stimulation of fat production even when it loses the ability to stop making glucose (sugar) in response to insulin.
- Obesity / overweight💵 May compensate
A Trial to Evaluate Efficacy and Safety of Maridebart Cafraglutide in Adults Living With Elevated Liver Fat and Obesity or Overweight
Testing a diabetes drug in people with fatty liver and excess weight
📍 Arizona Clinical Trials · Chandler, AZ · +22 more US sites · Get directions →
The main objective of this trial will be to determine whether maridebart cafraglutide is superior to placebo on reduction in liver fat content and body weight in participants living with obesity or overweight and elevated liver fat content, when administered in conjunction with reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.
- Fatty liver disease (NASH/MASH)💵 May compensate
Mechanisms of SGLT2 Inhibition in Pediatric Steatotic Liver Disease
Testing how SGLT2 inhibitors work for fatty liver disease in obese teens
📍 Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago · Chicago, IL · Get directions →
This study is a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial specifically designed to evaluate the preliminary feasibility, initial efficacy and safety of SGLT2 inhibitors for treating NAFLD in adolescents with obesity.
- DepressionAnxiety💵 May compensate
Psilocybin-Assisted Psychotherapy in Patients With Advanced Cancer on Maintenance Therapy
Testing psilocybin-assisted therapy for depression and anxiety in people with advanced cancer
📍 MD Anderson Cancer Center · Houston, TX · Get directions →
To learn about the feasibility, safety, and effects of psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy on depression and/or anxiety in participants who are being treated for advanced cancer.
- Depression💵 May compensate
Ketamine-assisted Integrative Treatment for Veterans With Chronic Low Back Pain and Comorbid Depression
Testing ketamine infusions plus brief counseling for veterans with low back pain and depression
📍 VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, Ann Arbor, MI · Ann Arbor, MI · Get directions →
This is a pilot study to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and safety of ketamine infusions followed by a brief behavioral intervention in Veterans with chronic low back pain and depression.
- Parkinson's disease💵 May compensate
SAD Study in Patients With Parkinson's Disease and Motor Fluctuations
Testing a single dose of SER-252 in people with Parkinson’s disease
📍 Rocky Mountain Clinical Research · Englewood, CO · +3 more US sites · Get directions →
This is a randomized, placebo-controlled, single ascending dose (SAD) study of SER-252 in participants with Parkinson's Disease (PD) and motor fluctuations.
- DepressionAnxiety💵 May compensate
TRIPS - Treatment to Improve Depression and/or Anxiety Using Psilocybin-assisted Psychotherapy in Cancer Survivors
Testing psilocybin-assisted therapy for depression and anxiety in cancer survivors
📍 The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center · Houston, TX · Get directions →
This clinical research study is to learn about the feasibility, safety, and effects of psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy for cancer survivors with depression and/or anxiety.
- Obesity / overweight💵 May compensate
TIRzepatide for the Treatment of Obesity in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation
Testing tirzepatide to treat obesity in people with atrial fibrillation
📍 Cleveland Clinic · Cleveland, OH · Get directions →
This is a single center randomized double blind controlled study of patients (BMI ≥ 27 kg/m2) with obesity and Atrial Fibrillation (AFIB) randomized to Tirzepatide vs. placebo.
- Crohn's / ulcerative colitis (IBD)💵 May compensate
Treatment of UC With Novel Therapeutics
Testing an oral medicine to treat mild ulcerative colitis over 12 weeks
📍 Brigham and Women's Hospital · Chestnut Hill, MA · Get directions →
This study is a clinical trial being done to investigate the efficacy of drug BRS201 as a treatment in patients with active mild ulcerative colitis. Participation in this study will take 12 weeks long and the study is structured as a crossover study in which participants will take the study drug for 4 weeks and a placebo drug for 4 weeks in a randomized order in the form of an oral medication.
- Crohn's / ulcerative colitis (IBD)💵 May compensate
Study of Novel Therapeutics for Acute Remedy of Colitis
Testing a new treatment in adults with acute ulcerative colitis
📍 Brigham and Women's Hospital · Chestnut Hill, MA · +1 more US site · Get directions →
This study is a clinical trial being done to investigate the efficacy of drug BRS201 as a treatment in patients with acute ulcerative colitis. Patients who qualify are adults who have not responded to treatments for their severe ulcerative colitis.
- Fatty liver disease (NASH/MASH)💵 May compensate
A Study of Efimosfermin Alfa in Participants With Biopsy-confirmed Cirrhosis (Compensated) Due to MASH
Testing efimosfermin in people with MASH-related compensated cirrhosis
📍 GSK Investigational Site · Chandler, AZ · +29 more US sites · Get directions →
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety, tolerability, preliminary efficacy, and pharmacokinetics (PK) of efimosfermin in participants with metabolic dysfunction associated steatohepatitis (MASH) and compensated cirrhosis consistent with stage F4 fibrosis.
- Obesity / overweightHeart / cardiovascular disease💵 May compensate
Prevention of Progression of Prediabetes, Obesity and CV Risk
Testing ways to stop prediabetes and obesity from getting worse
📍 University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio · San Antonio, TX · Get directions →
The investigators are studying how to help people with prediabetes (Pre-DM) and obesity. The goal is to use new and affordable treatments to bring blood sugar levels back to normal and help participants to lose weight.
- Fatty liver disease (NASH/MASH)💵 May compensate
Evaluating the Pharmacokinetics and Safety of Miricorilant
Testing how a drug works in the body and its safety in adults with MASH
📍 Site# 433 · San Antonio, TX · Get directions →
A Phase 1b, Open-Label Study Evaluating the Pharmacokinetics and Safety of Miricorilant in Adult Patients With Presumed Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH)
- Fatty liver disease (NASH/MASH)💵 May compensate
Phase 2a Study of Safety, Tolerability, and Efficacy of TLC-2716 in Subjects With Hypertriglyceridemia and NAFLD
Testing a medicine at two doses for safety and effects on fats in people with high triglycerides and
📍 OrsoBio Research Site · Guadalajara, Jalisco · Get directions →
This is a Phase 2a, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study evaluating the safety, tolerability, and efficacy of 2 dose levels of TLC-2716 in subjects with hypertriglyceridemia and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease as assessed by changes in fasting triglycerides, liver steatosis by MRI, and other biomarkers.
- DepressionAnxiety💵 May compensate
Neuroactive Steroid to Treat Depressed Mood: A Trial for People With HIV
Testing whether pregnenolone pills affect brain function and depression in people with HIV
📍 Massachusetts General Hospital · Boston, MA · Get directions →
This study will determine the effects of pregnenolone on brain function, inflammation and depressive symptoms in people with HIV who have depression. Participants in this study will receive a pill of either pregnenolone or placebo, and can stay on their current antidepression medications.
- Obesity / overweight💵 May compensate
Diazoxide Suppression Test P&F Study
Testing how insulin helps control blood sugar in people with obesity
📍 Columbia University Irving Medical Center · New York, NY · Get directions →
The goal of this study is to learn about how the hormone insulin controls blood sugar. The main question it aims to answer is about how much insulin the body actually needs to maintain a normal blood sugar level.
- Fatty liver disease (NASH/MASH)💵 May compensate
Milk Thistle Clinical Trial in Pediatric NAFLD
Testing milk thistle for children with fatty liver disease
📍 University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center · Cleveland, OH · Get directions →
Pediatric Fatty Liver disease is a growing problem in the United States and is expected to be the leading cause of Liver Transplantation in Adults in 20 years. Following lifestyle changes such as diet restrictions and exercise may be difficult to consistently maintain.
- Obesity / overweight💵 May compensate
Graded Insulin Suppression Test P&F
Testing how insulin controls blood sugar in people with obesity
📍 Columbia University Irving Medical Center · New York, NY · Get directions →
The goal of this study is to learn about how the hormone insulin controls blood sugar in a variety of people. The main question it aims to answer is about how much insulin the body actually needs to maintain a normal blood sugar level.
- Depression💵 May compensate
Measuring Psychomotor Response to L-DOPA Challenge As a Biomarker for Outcomes in Late-Life Depression: a Pilot Feasibility Trial
Testing whether a brain response to L-DOPA can track outcomes in late-life depression
📍 St. Paul's Hospital · Vancouver, British Columbia · Get directions →
Background Adults over the age of 60 with symptoms of major depressive disorder are said to have late-life depression (LLD), a condition that usually decreases a person's quality of life and is associated with other risks like physical frailty and dementia. A common feature of more severe LLD is psychomotor slowing, where a person's ability to think and move are impaired.
- Heart / cardiovascular disease💵 May compensate
Canagliflozin Targeting Vascular Inflammation
Testing canagliflozin to reduce blood vessel inflammation in cardiovascular disease
📍 University of Ottawa Heart Institute · Ottawa, Ontario · Get directions →
CANTOR SING is a pilot single center double blinded randomized study. The investigators will compare the effect of canagliflozin (300 mg daily - intervention arm) vs.
- Fatty liver disease (NASH/MASH)💵 May compensate
Study to Evaluate Resmetirom in Post-Liver Transplant Patients With MASH
Testing resmetirom in people with MASH-related liver scarring after liver transplant
📍 University of California San Diego · La Jolla, CA · +15 more US sites · Get directions →
A Phase 2 double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study to evaluate resmetirom in 2 cohorts of subjects with moderate to advanced fibrosis, consistent with stage F2 and F3 fibrosis, who have undergone liver transplant. Cohort 1 will consist of patients who have undergone liver transplant for MASH cirrhosis who developed recurrent MASH.
- Obesity / overweightFatty liver disease (NASH/MASH)💵 May compensate
Effect of Insulin Lowering on Lipogenesis
Testing whether lowering insulin for one week changes liver fat in people with obesity and MASLD
📍 Columbia University Irving Medical Center · New York, NY · Get directions →
The goal of this clinical trial is to compare a one-week course of diazoxide (2 mg/kg per dose x 14 doses) and placebo in people with obesity and insulin resistance (IR) with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). The main question it aims to answer are how mitigation of compensatory hyperinsulinemia with diazoxide affects hepatic de novo lipogenesis, a major contributor to MASLD pathophysiology.
- Type 2 diabetesFatty liver disease (NASH/MASH)💵 May compensate
Low-Dose Pioglitazone in Patients With NASH (AIM 2)
Testing a low-dose diabetes medicine to see effects on liver changes in NASH
📍 University of Florida · Gainesville, FL · Get directions →
To determine the safety and efficacy of low-dose pioglitazone (15 mg per day) on liver histology in in patients with T2DM with biopsy-proven nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH).
- Obesity / overweight💵 May compensate
A Self-Guided Mobile Intervention for Adults With Binge Eating and Obesity
Testing a self-guided phone program for adults with obesity and binge eating
📍 Drexel University · Philadelphia, PA · Get directions →
The proposed study is an open label, non randomized, waitlist controlled single group feasibility study of the feasibility and usability of a digital intervention (called ChangeBite) to be used by individuals with obesity and comorbid binge eating behavior. The proposed research will include approximately 30 participants.
- Obesity / overweight💵 May compensate
Effect of Tirzepatide on Markers of MASLD in Patients With Obesity
Testing whether tirzepatide affects liver fat markers in people with obesity
📍 University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center · Albuquerque, NM · Get directions →
Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) is the most common cause of chronic liver disease worldwide and predominately affects individuals with overweight and obesity, as well as those with type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Tirzepatide is a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity.
- Fatty liver disease (NASH/MASH)💵 May compensate
Evaluation of Miricorilant on Liver Fat in Patients With MASLD
Testing miricorilant’s effect on liver fat in people with MASH
📍 University of Missouri · Columbia, MO · Get directions →
A Phase 1, Open-Label Study Evaluating the Effect of Miricorilant on Hepatic Lipids in Patients with Presumed Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH)