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Clinical trials and research at Michigan Technological University
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 27 NIH-funded research projects at this institution, with $9.9 million in listed awards. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 27NIH research projects
NIH-funded research (27)
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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TinyML-powered closed-loop DBS for Parkinson's disease
A small, energy-efficient brain-stimulation system using lightweight AI runs on an implanted device to adapt DBS in real time for people with Parkinson's disease.
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Understanding how metalloenzymes work and move
Scientists are studying metal-containing enzymes to learn how their metal centers and surrounding parts make them powerful in cells and how this knowledge could inform better medicines.
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Developing a new way to make influenza vaccines more effectively.
This study is exploring a new way to make flu vaccines using cell technology instead of eggs, which could help create vaccines faster and make them work better, so people can get a more effective and affordable flu shot.
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A new tool for studying cells and biomaterials at the nanoscale
This study is creating a special microscope that helps scientists see and measure tiny parts of cells and materials, making it easier to understand how they work, and it's designed to support researchers who want to learn how to use it.
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How the orexin system affects high blood pressure
This study is looking at how a brain system called the orexin system affects high blood pressure that can be worsened by eating too much salt, and it's aimed at helping people with this condition find better ways to manage it.
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Understanding how cells detect the stiffness of their environment
This study is looking at how cells feel the stiffness of their surroundings, which is important for how they grow and move, and it aims to learn more about the proteins involved in this process to help us understand diseases related to cell behavior.
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Improving the purification process for fluorescent probes used to measure pH levels in organelles
This study is working on creating better tools to measure pH levels inside cells more quickly and accurately, which will help scientists understand how cells work, and it's aimed at researchers who study cellular functions.
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A new adhesive to help heal diabetic wounds
This study is testing a special adhesive made from mussel proteins that helps heal chronic ulcers in people with diabetes while also keeping infections at bay, making it easier for patients to recover.
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Exploring how certain enzymes affect gene regulation in human cells
This study is looking at how certain enzymes that help control gene activity work with different types of proteins, which could help us understand their role in diseases like cancer and lead to better treatments.
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Using exosomes to reduce brain inflammation
This study is looking at how tiny particles called exosomes can help reduce inflammation in the brain, which could be beneficial for people with conditions like Alzheimer's and ALS, by delivering special molecules that target the problem directly.
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Improving heart failure treatment by analyzing heart electrical and mechanical function
This study is looking to improve heart failure treatment by using new technology to better understand how the heart beats and to help doctors choose the best patients for a special therapy that can help their hearts work more effectively.
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Investigating how tobacco-specific chemicals damage DNA in human oral cells
This study is looking at how harmful chemicals in tobacco can damage DNA in the cells of your mouth, and it’s for people who use cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, or e-cigarettes, to help understand the early signs of cancer.
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Understanding how the presence of DNA affects the structure of AAV capsids
This study is looking at the differences between empty and full virus shells used in gene therapy to help make treatments safer and more effective for patients.
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Developing probes to identify cancer cells based on sugar transporters
This study is working on new tools to help doctors spot cancer cells, especially in breast cancer, by focusing on how these cells take in sugar differently than normal cells, which could lead to better ways to diagnose and treat the disease.
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Investigating the toxicity of protein aggregates
This study is looking into whether all clumps of proteins in the body are harmful, using special techniques to learn more about their structure and how it relates to their toxicity, which could help people with diseases caused by protein misfolding.
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Improving heart surgery decisions for patients with stable coronary artery disease
This study is looking to improve how doctors decide which patients with stable heart disease should have surgery by using special imaging techniques to get a clearer picture of heart function and artery health, helping to ensure that only those who really need it get treated.
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Developing fluorescent probes to measure pH levels in cells
This study is working on new tools that can help scientists see how the acidity inside different parts of our cells changes, especially when cells are under stress from things like not getting enough nutrients or when treated with medications, which could help us learn more about how our cells work.
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Using AI to improve the diagnosis and management of brain aneurysms
This study is testing a new, easy-to-use software that uses artificial intelligence to help doctors better diagnose and manage brain aneurysms, so patients can get more personalized and accurate treatment based on their specific needs.
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Understanding how deep brain stimulation helps treat Parkinson's disease
This study is looking at how deep brain stimulation helps people with Parkinson's disease by exploring the brain circuits involved, using rats to learn more about how to make this treatment work better and safer for you.
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Improving analysis of complex health data using advanced statistical methods
This study is working on new ways to look at health data to help understand how different health factors affect patients, so that doctors can create better treatments and care for you.
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High urinary phosphate levels may worsen kidney disease by causing inflammation and cyst growth.
This study is looking at how too much phosphate in urine might make autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) worse, and it aims to find out if certain dietary changes or treatments could help manage the condition better.
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Understanding how a specific enzyme affects cancer progression
This study is looking at a protein called MMP-1 that plays a role in how some cancers grow, and it's trying to find out how changes in this protein can affect cancer, with the hope of creating new treatments that could help patients.
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Developing a new way to make influenza vaccines more effectively
This study is exploring a new way to make flu vaccines using cell-based technology instead of eggs, which could help produce vaccines faster and more effectively, making them better at protecting you against changing flu viruses.
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How cells sense the stiffness of their environment and its effects on health and disease
This study is looking at how cells sense the stiffness of the tissues around them, which can affect how they grow and move, and it's especially important for understanding issues related to aging and cancer.
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Creating biodegradable vascular grafts for better artery health
This study is working on creating new, safe materials for blood vessel replacements that can dissolve in your body after they’ve helped, especially for kids, so they can grow without complications.
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Investigating how microRNA-483 affects pancreatic beta-cell function and identity
This study is looking at how a tiny molecule called microRNA-483 helps keep the insulin-producing cells in your pancreas healthy, and it aims to find out what happens when this molecule is missing, which could help us discover new ways to manage type 2 diabetes.
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Investigating the toxicity of protein aggregates in neurodegenerative diseases
This study is looking at how certain protein clumps can be harmful to brain cells, which is important for understanding diseases like Alzheimer's, and it aims to find out what makes these clumps toxic so we can eventually develop better treatments.
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