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Clinical trials and research at Catholic University of the Sacred Heart
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 18 clinical trials run by Catholic University of the Sacred Heart that are recruiting, at sites in 2 countries (most in Italy (18), Sweden (1)). 1 was first registered in the last 30 days. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 18Clinical trials
- 1New in 30 days
- 2Countries
Newest trials
All recruiting trials (18)
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Effect of Orofacial Pain Therapy on Bruxism
This study tests whether gnathological splints can reduce daytime and nighttime bruxism and clenching in adults with masticatory myofascial pain, using a portable 24-hour muscle activity monitor.
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A Probiotic Approach to Modulating Gut Microbiota in Mild-to-Moderate Ulcerative Colitis
A specific probiotic given rectally will be tested in adults with mild-to-moderate ulcerative colitis to see if it can help manage symptoms.
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Cold Showers for Stress and Resilience in Healthy Adults
This study tests whether adding a brief cold-water exposure to regular showers helps healthy adults handle stress better, and whether telling people about its benefits changes the effect.
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Online Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for Chronic Pain
This program tests an online Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) course to see if it helps adults with chronic pain manage symptoms and improve daily functioning.
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Searching for causes and blood biomarkers in RFC1‑ataxia (CANVAS)
This project will test whether clinical rating scales, blood markers of oxidative stress, and patient-derived cell models can help track disease progression and reveal biological causes in adults with genetically confirmed RFC1‑ataxia (CANVAS).
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Gut microbiome engraftment during FMT in rCDI, UC, and metabolic syndrome
This study tests how well donor microbes take hold after fecal microbiota transplantation in adults with recurrent C. difficile infection, ulcerative colitis, or metabolic syndrome.
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Polygenic risk score to predict epithelial ovarian cancer risk
This project will test whether a polygenic risk score can help predict epithelial ovarian cancer in women aged 18 and older by comparing women with a confirmed diagnosis to women without ovarian cancer.
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Evaluating the risk of cancer in patients with oral lichen planus
This study is looking to see how often oral lichen planus turns into cancer in patients over time and what factors might increase that risk.
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Using Polygenic Risk Scores to Improve Breast Cancer Prevention for at-Risk Women
This study tests whether adding polygenic risk scores to the CanRisk breast cancer model helps tailor prevention for women at risk.
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Innovative approaches for personalized cardiovascular prevention
This study is testing if using genetic information and smartwatches can help people make healthier choices to prevent heart disease.
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Personalized HeartCare: Sharing polygenic heart-risk scores to prevent cardiovascular disease
This pilot tests whether giving hospital staff their polygenic cardiovascular risk score plus in-person personalized coaching helps adults 40+ with low-to-moderate SCORE2 risk improve heart-healthy behaviors.
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Examining how attention affects the placebo effect
This study is testing how focusing your attention during exercise can change the effects of a placebo drink on healthy people.
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Ultrasound elastography score for pancreas fat and its link to metabolic health
The team will see if an ultrasound elastography score of pancreatic fat relates to beta-cell function and diabetes risk in adults with metabolic syndrome or diabetes.
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A diagnostic tool using gut microbiome for colorectal cancer screening
This study is testing a new way to screen for colorectal cancer using gut bacteria samples from people aged 50-74 who have already had a positive result on a stool test.
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Exploring the effects of a placebo probiotic on gut health and well-being
This study is testing if taking a fake probiotic that people think is real can help improve gut health and overall well-being in healthy individuals with mild stomach issues.
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Investigating jaw bone issues in patients on antiresorptive drugs
This study is trying to see how often jaw bone problems happen in cancer patients taking certain medications to help with bone issues.
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Preventing oral mucositis in head and neck cancer patients
This study tests if a zinc spray can help prevent painful mouth sores in patients with head and neck cancer who are getting radiation treatment.
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Examining Latent Tuberculosis Infection in Health-care Workers and Students
This study looks at how many health care workers and students have Latent Tuberculosis Infection without symptoms and what factors might put them at risk.
Quick answers
How many clinical trials run by Catholic University of the Sacred Heart are recruiting right now?
18, as of November 12, 2026. 1 of them was first registered in the last 30 days. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 2 countries. The most sites are in Italy (18 trials), Sweden (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
Find the studies that fit you
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