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Clinical trials and research at James a. Haley VA Medical Center
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 32 NIH-funded research projects at this institution. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 32NIH research projects
NIH-funded research (32)
Early-stage science funded by the US National Institutes of Health. Most of these projects don't enroll patients, but they show what is being worked on.
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eHealth program to help Veterans start and stay on depression treatment
This eHealth program uses online and phone mood tracking plus personalized outreach to help Veterans referred for mental health care begin and stick with depression treatment.
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Helping Veterans with spinal cord injuries find customized jobs
This study is all about helping Veterans with spinal cord injuries find good jobs by creating a special program that focuses on their unique needs and strengths, so they can enjoy a better quality of life through meaningful work.
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Chronic health effects of dioxin exposure in Veterans with Type 2 diabetes
This grant looks at how exposure to dioxin during military service may be linked to Type 2 diabetes and related health problems in Veterans.
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How fat stem cells change with obesity
Researchers are looking at how stem cells in fat tissue differ in people with obesity to better understand links to diabetes and inflammation.
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Amnion cell secretions as a nasal therapy to protect the brain after repeated head injury
This research tests whether a nasal treatment made from amnion cell secretions can help protect the brain and improve thinking, mood, and movement after repeated mild head injuries.
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Blocking PDE2a to treat long-term effects of repeated mild head injuries
This work looks at whether blocking the enzyme PDE2a can reduce lasting brain, memory, and mood problems after repeated mild head injuries like concussions.
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Lowering FKBP51 to help people with PTSD
This project looks at whether reducing a brain protein called FKBP51 can improve stress responses and symptoms in people with PTSD.
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Anti-inflammatory plus stem cell treatment for traumatic brain injury
This project looks at whether giving an anti-inflammatory medicine before a mesenchymal stem cell therapy helps people with moderate traumatic brain injury recover better.
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Nanoformulations to fight respiratory infections
A researcher team is developing a nasal therapy using tiny lipid particles and DNA to block viruses like SARS-CoV-2 and RSV from spreading in the nose and lungs.
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Genes that increase risk for long-lasting PTSD symptoms
This project looks for genes and changes in brain cells that help explain why some people, especially combat survivors, develop long-lasting PTSD after trauma.
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Investigating how aging affects the immune system and neurodegenerative diseases
This study is looking at how getting older affects our immune system and brain health, with the goal of finding better ways to help older adults who are experiencing memory problems or diseases like Alzheimer's.
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Using cell-free therapies from fat stem cells to speed skin wound healing
Looks at whether tiny particles from fat-derived stem cells can help adults with slow-healing or chronic skin wounds heal faster.
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Understanding how aging affects the immune response to brain injuries
This study is looking at how aging affects the immune system's response to brain injuries in older adults and is testing a new treatment using tiny particles from fat cells that might help improve recovery.
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Developing new treatments for COVID-19 and other respiratory viral infections
This study is exploring new ways to create treatments that can help prevent and fight COVID-19 and similar respiratory infections, using tiny technologies to make them more effective for patients.
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Investigating gut health and lung injury in trauma patients
This study is looking at how inflammation from trauma can hurt gut health and lead to lung problems in soldiers and veterans, with the goal of finding better ways to treat these issues.
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Investigating the causes and treatments for neurological disorders in older veterans
This study is looking at how things like obesity and diabetes can make recovery harder for veterans over 65 who have had strokes or are dealing with Alzheimer's, and it aims to find better ways to help them heal and improve their health.
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Investigating new treatments for COVID-19 and related conditions
This study is looking into how inflammation affects conditions like COVID-19, cancer, and brain injuries, especially in veterans, with the goal of creating new treatments, including special nanoparticles that could help fight COVID-19.
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How a specific gene affects brain energy supply in Alzheimer's disease
This study is looking at how a specific gene, called APOE E4, might cause problems with energy supply in the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease, and it aims to find ways to help improve brain health and function.
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Investigating how Serum Amyloid A contributes to stroke damage
This study is looking at how a protein called Serum Amyloid A (SAA) affects inflammation and brain injury after a stroke, with the goal of finding new ways to predict recovery and improve care for stroke patients.
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A program to train future health sciences researchers at a veterans' hospital
The Summer TRIP program at the James A Haley Veterans’ Hospital is a friendly opportunity for students, especially those from underprivileged backgrounds, to dive into hands-on research about brain injuries and other health issues affecting veterans, while learning important skills for their future careers in health sc
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Using laser therapy to improve skin care for amputees
This study is looking at whether a special laser treatment can help Veterans with lower limb amputations feel more comfortable and move better by improving their scars, making life with prosthetic limbs easier and more enjoyable.
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Targeting PDE2a to treat long-term effects of mild traumatic brain injury in soldiers
This study is looking at how blocking a specific enzyme might help soldiers who have had repeated mild brain injuries feel better and think more clearly, using mouse models to find the best ways to help them.
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How dietary L-Lysine affects kidney function and health
This study is looking at how adding L-Lysine to your diet might help improve kidney health for people with high blood pressure and kidney problems by reducing stress and damage in kidney cells.
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Combining anti-inflammatory treatment with stem cell therapy for brain injuries
This study is looking for better treatments for traumatic brain injury, especially for military personnel, by using special stem cells and anti-inflammatory medicines to help reduce swelling and improve healing.
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Investigating the role of fat cells in metabolic diseases
This study is looking at how fat cells in our bodies affect our metabolism and health, especially when it comes to obesity, and it aims to find new ways to help improve metabolic health by understanding how these cells work.
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Investigating better treatments for Alzheimer's Disease and related conditions in Veterans
This study is looking for better ways to treat Alzheimer's and other brain-related issues that affect Veterans by using mice to understand how these conditions change over time, so we can find new treatments and tests that could help real patients.
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Using amnion cell secretome to treat traumatic brain injury
This study is looking at a new treatment called ST266 to see if it can help veterans who have had repeated mild brain injuries by improving their thinking, mood, and movement, while also reducing inflammation in their bodies.
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Identifying genes linked to PTSD susceptibility in a mouse model
This study is looking at how our genes might make some people more likely to develop PTSD after going through a tough experience, using mice to help find clues that could lead to better ways to prevent PTSD in those who are at risk.
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Developing new treatments for respiratory infections using nanoformulations
This study is working on a new nasal treatment to help fight respiratory viruses like COVID-19 and RSV, especially for older adults who are more vulnerable, by using tiny particles to deliver medicine directly to the lungs and boost the immune system.
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A program to help veterans manage emotions and reduce aggression
This study is testing a new program called Manage Emotions to Reduce Aggression (MERA) to help veterans with PTSD learn how to better manage their feelings and reduce aggressive behavior, making it easier for them to find peace and seek additional support for their condition.
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Targeting a protein to help treat PTSD
This study is looking at how a protein called FKBP51 might be linked to PTSD, especially in veterans, and aims to find new treatments that lower this protein to help manage stress and PTSD symptoms.
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Using cell-free therapy to improve wound healing
This study is looking at a new way to help heal stubborn wounds by using tiny particles from fat cells, which might help your body repair itself better, especially if you have slow-healing wounds from things like diabetes or aging.
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