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Clinical trials and research at Lehigh University
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 2 clinical trials run by Lehigh University that are recruiting, in United States. There are also 44 NIH-funded research projects at this institution, with $15.1 million in listed awards. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 2Clinical trials
- 44NIH research projects
- 1Country
All recruiting trials (2)
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Testing a tobacco cessation program for American Indian communities
This study is testing a special program designed to help American Indian people quit using smokeless tobacco by providing support and counseling that respects their culture.
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Early intervention program for preschoolers with ADHD
This study is testing a new program that helps parents of preschoolers with ADHD learn strategies to manage their child's symptoms and improve their relationship, making it easier for families to get support.
NIH-funded research (newest 40 of 44)
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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Integrating data-driven models to understand tissue function and degeneration
Aims to build a digital twin of human tissues to better understand how tissue heterogeneity and cell signaling affect growth, remodeling, and the risk of aneurysm-related tissue degeneration.
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Computational tools to study how biological molecules interact
A project to create and improve software that helps scientists model and predict how biological molecules bind and work together in living systems, with a focus on tools used by many researchers.
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Selective vulnerability of dopamine neurons in fruit flies
Researchers are studying why certain dopamine-producing brain cells in fruit flies are more likely to fail in neurodegenerative conditions, with the goal of informing protective strategies for people.
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Nuclear Envelope Dynamics in Meiotic Quality Control
A researcher at Lehigh University is exploring how eggs and sperm maintain quality during meiosis in a worm model to prevent chromosome errors that can cause birth defects.
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Pennsylvania asthma-COPD syndromic surveillance for cleaner air and healthier kids
A Pennsylvanian health project is building a real-time warning system to help doctors and families spot spikes in asthma and COPD risks related to air pollution and smoke.
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Impact of Displacement on Aging Immigrant Mental Health and Interventions
A project with Lehigh University will explore how past displacement affects the mental health of older Bhutanese American immigrants and develop ideas for supportive interventions.
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Circuit function of fast-spiking interneurons in the olfactory bulb
A study to understand how fast-spiking nerve cells in the brain’s smell center communicate to shape how smells are processed.
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How cell membranes move and respond to blood flow
Researchers are measuring how the outer layer of blood-vessel cells shifts and carries proteins when blood flows to learn how that affects artery health.
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Mapping electrically connected networks in the brain’s TRN
Researchers will map how electrically connected neurons in a key brain region (the thalamic reticular nucleus) coordinate attention and sensory processing, which could affect conditions like absence seizures and ADHD.
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UniBrain: A Unified Toolset for Brain Imaging Analysis
A cutting-edge AI toolkit helps doctors and researchers turn brain scans into clear, usable graphs to support brain health decisions.
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How tissue structure and remodeling affect tissue health and aneurysm growth
This project uses lab measurements and computer models to learn how differences in tissue structure change tissue strength and may drive aneurysm growth in people.
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Understanding how forced displacement affects the mental health of older adults
This study is looking at the mental health struggles of older Bhutanese refugees living in the US and aims to understand how support from friends and community can help them feel better, while also creating helpful programs just for them over the next three years.
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Understanding the genetics behind aggression in fish
This study looks at how genetic differences affect aggressive behavior by using blind Mexican cavefish, and it aims to find out which genes are linked to aggression, which could help us understand similar traits in other animals, including people.
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Understanding how brain cells in the sense of smell work together
This project explores how specific brain cells in the area responsible for smell communicate, which could help us understand conditions like Alzheimer's disease.
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How the inner ear shapes hearing development
This study is looking at how the inner ear's structure affects how our brains understand different sounds, using chick embryos to see what happens when we change things around, and it could help us learn more about how our hearing develops without causing any hearing problems.
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How cell membranes respond to blood flow
This study is looking at how the outer layers of cells in your blood vessels react to blood flow, which is important for keeping your blood pressure in check and understanding heart health, especially conditions like atherosclerosis.
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Exploring electrical connections in a brain region that affects attention and seizures
This study is looking at how certain brain cells in a key area for attention and sensory processing communicate with each other, which could help us understand absence epilepsy and attention issues, especially during sleep.
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How yeast adapt and evolve traits related to antibiotic resistance
This study looks at how yeast change and adapt when faced with challenges like antibiotics, helping us understand the genetic changes that lead to antibiotic resistance, which could ultimately help improve treatments for infections.
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Understanding how tissue structure affects its function and failure
This study is looking at how cells and the collagen in our tissues work together, especially to understand how these interactions might lead to problems like aneurysms, so we can create better ways to treat patients and keep their tissues healthy.
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Identifying brain markers to improve depression treatment selection
This study is looking to create smart tools that use brain scans to help figure out which depression treatments might work best for you, so you can get the right help faster and with less guesswork.
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Understanding how cells divide and move
This study is exploring how cells grow, split, and move by looking at the tiny structures inside them, and it's designed for anyone interested in understanding the basics of how our cells work together to keep us healthy.
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Creating hydrogels that mimic how cells attach to their surroundings
This study is working on creating special gel-like materials that mimic how our cells naturally interact with their environment, which could lead to better treatments for healing and tissue growth for patients.
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Exploring how oral health affects heart disease using genetic data
This study is looking at how your dental health might affect your heart health, especially if you have certain genes, and it's for older adults who want to understand how taking care of their teeth could help prevent heart disease.
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Investigating muscle cells to improve diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome
This study is looking at muscle cells from people with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) to find out how they differ from those of healthy individuals, with the hope of discovering new ways to diagnose and better understand the condition, especially for those who developed symptoms after COVID
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Investigating brain circuits related to neuropsychiatric symptoms in Alzheimer's disease
This study is looking at how brain activity is linked to the symptoms people with Alzheimer's disease and mild cognitive impairment experience, with the hope of finding better ways to diagnose and treat these conditions early on.
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Understanding the genetics behind aggressive behavior in fish
This study looks at how different genes affect aggressive behavior in blind Mexican cavefish, which could help us understand more about social behaviors in humans and other animals.
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How fast-spiking interneurons in the olfactory bulb affect brain function
This study is looking at how special brain cells that help us process smells work together, which could help us understand more about how our brains function and how that affects our behavior.
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Creating tools to understand how biological molecules interact
This study is creating new computer tools to help scientists better understand how proteins and other important molecules in our bodies interact, which can lead to better drug development and insights into diseases.
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Finding brain connectivity markers for mental health in adolescents
This study is looking at how the way different parts of the brain connect can help us spot early signs of thinking and mood problems in teenagers, using special technology to find patterns that could lead to better support for those who might be struggling.
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Investigating how certain proteins interact to regulate cell signaling
This study is looking at special proteins that help control how cells communicate, with the goal of finding new treatments for cancer by understanding how these proteins work together.
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Understanding how antimicrobial peptides interact with bacterial membranes
This study is looking at how special proteins called antimicrobial peptides can help fight bacteria by understanding how they connect with tiny bubbles made by bacteria, which could lead to better ways to use these proteins to treat infections, especially those that are hard to treat.
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New method to deliver antibiotics for treating severe gum disease
This study is testing a new way to deliver antibiotics specifically for people with aggressive periodontitis caused by certain bacteria, aiming to make treatments more effective by targeting the harmful toxins and helping your immune system work better.
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Exploring the link between cohesin and cilia in developmental disorders
This study is looking at how certain proteins and tiny hair-like structures in our cells work together, especially when changes in their genes can lead to health issues that affect growth and multiple body systems, with the goal of finding better treatments for people with these conditions.
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A new method for isolating and tracking cells using advanced imaging technology
This study is working on a new, friendly tool that helps scientists sort and track different types of cells, including delicate ones like stem cells, using smart technology, so smaller labs can do their work more easily and accurately.
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Helping American Indians quit smoking through a telephone program
This study is testing a friendly phone program to help American Indians quit smoking, using ideas that respect the cultural importance of tobacco while providing support and resources to make quitting easier.
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Understanding how mechanical strain affects bone fracture healing
This study is looking at how tiny movements of broken bones affect the healing process, and it's for anyone interested in better ways to help bones heal, whether in people or large animals.
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Understanding how babies learn to share attention with others
This study is looking at how babies learn to share their focus with others, which is really important for making friends and learning to talk, and it aims to understand how parents can help with this by watching how babies' brains work during their first year.
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Enhancing the activity of specific proteins involved in cancer signaling
This study is looking at how specific proteins in our cells can help fight cancer by turning off harmful signals, and the goal is to find new treatments that make these proteins work better for people with cancer.
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Creating 3D-printed scaffolds to help repair cartilage damage
This study is exploring new 3D-printed supports that can help heal cartilage and bone for people with early-stage osteoarthritis, aiming to offer a better, longer-lasting solution and possibly avoid the need for joint replacement surgery.
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Investigating the role of caveolin in cell processes and diseases
This study is looking at a special part of our cells called caveolae and a protein called caveolin that helps them work properly; by understanding how caveolin functions and what happens when it doesn’t, researchers hope to learn more about its role in health issues like cancer and heart problems.
Quick answers
How many clinical trials run by Lehigh University are recruiting right now?
2, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
All of them have sites in United States. 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
A list is a starting point. Tell us your situation in your own words and we'll rank the studies that match and explain why. It's free and needs no account.