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Clinical trials and research at Midwest Research Institute
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 13 NIH-funded research projects at this institution, with $20.7 million in listed awards. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 13NIH research projects
NIH-funded research (13)
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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BRIDGE Center: A shared biomanufacturing hub to move biologics and cell therapies toward clinic
A new shared facility will help speed up the development and early clinical testing of vaccines, biologics, and cell-based therapies.
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Developing a new treatment for tuberculosis called Telacebec.
This study is testing a new medication called Telacebec (Q203) to see if it can help people with tuberculosis by making treatment safer and more effective, which could lead to shorter recovery times and better health outcomes.
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Creating a new type of DNA vaccine for better immune responses
This study is testing a new type of vaccine made from DNA that could help boost your immune system against different diseases, and it's designed to be safe and effective for people like you.
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Developing a live biotherapeutic to improve vaginal health
This study is testing a new treatment made from good bacteria to help women with bacterial vaginosis and improve their vaginal health, which may also lower the risk of cervical issues.
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Understanding and improving pain management.
This study is all about finding quicker and better ways to understand and manage pain, so that people dealing with different pain conditions can get more effective treatments and feel better.
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A centralized resource for cancer prevention agents and support services
This study is creating a central place to store and manage cancer-fighting substances to help researchers find better ways to prevent cancer, making it easier for them to conduct their important work.
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Developing a method to protect inner ear cells from antibiotic damage
This study is testing a new drug called ORC-13661 to see if it can help protect your hearing and balance while you’re being treated with certain antibiotics that can sometimes cause hearing loss.
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Developing a new treatment to protect hearing from certain antibiotics
This study is testing a new drug called ORC-13661 to see if it can help protect your hearing and balance while you take certain antibiotics that can sometimes cause damage to your inner ear. If it works, it could make it safer for you to use these antibiotics when you need them for serious infections.
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Developing methods for manufacturing a new drug.
This study is working on developing a new drug called BPN36964 (PTC680) to help patients who need better treatment options, making sure it's safe and effective through careful testing.
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Developing tests to detect and identify infectious agents in humans
This study is working on better tests to quickly and accurately identify tough bacteria that don't respond to antibiotics, so doctors can treat infections more effectively and help patients get better faster.
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Developing tests to detect and identify infectious agents in humans
This study is working on better tests to quickly and accurately find harmful bacteria that don't respond to antibiotics, so doctors can give patients the right treatment and help them get better faster.
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Developing new treatments to prevent relapse in substance use disorders.
This study is testing new medications to help people with substance use disorders by looking at how these drugs can change brain activity and reduce cravings, all while using advanced imaging technology to see how well they work.
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Using MRI technology to improve medical imaging techniques.
This study is working on making MRI scans clearer and more accurate, so patients can get better diagnoses and treatment for their health conditions.
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