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Clinical trials and research at Oakland University
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 1 clinical trial run by Oakland University that is recruiting, in United States. There are also 34 NIH-funded research projects at this institution, with $11.5 million in listed awards. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 1Clinical trials
- 34NIH research projects
- 1Country
All recruiting trials (1)
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Using behavioral economics to prevent relapse of problem behavior
This study is testing a new way to help caregivers prevent problem behaviors from coming back in people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, comparing it to the usual methods they use.
NIH-funded research (34)
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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Phospho-Regulation of Centrosome Assembly in C. elegans
A scientist-led study in a model worm investigates how chemical signals control how cells duplicate their organizing centers, which is important for healthy development and may relate to cancer when it goes wrong.
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How TFPI isoforms affect blood clotting and bleeding disorders
A research project looks at how different forms of a natural anticoagulant (TFPI) in adults influence bleeding and clotting, especially in conditions like Factor V Leiden.
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Small molecule activators of Neurolysin to help stroke recovery
Researchers are developing drug-like molecules that boost the brain’s natural protective enzyme, aiming to improve recovery after a stroke.
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Understanding why prematurity affects vision and how to prevent it
Aims to understand how early eye development goes wrong in premature babies to prevent vision problems and nearsightedness.
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Turning on a brain enzyme to help recovery after stroke
This project aims to develop pill-like drugs that switch on a brain enzyme called neurolysin to help protect and repair the brain after a stroke.
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BMP2/ALK Signaling in Diabetic Retinopathy and Potential Therapies
This grant looks at how a specific signaling system in the eye may drive vision problems in diabetes and explores ways to block it to protect sight.
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Understanding Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 5
This research explores how changes in a specific gene lead to spinocerebellar ataxia type 5 (SCA5) and damage brain cells, aiming to find new ways to help patients.
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Targeting two retinal receptors linked to diabetic eye damage
Testing whether blocking two retinal receptors (GPR31 and GPR39) can reduce inflammation and abnormal blood-vessel growth that harm vision in people with diabetic retinopathy.
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Investigating how bone marrow cells affect tumor growth and recovery after treatment
This study is looking at how certain blood stem cells from the bone marrow move to lung tumors and help them grow, especially after treatment with radiation, to find new ways to fight cancer.
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Understanding Vision Problems in Premature Babies
This project aims to understand why premature babies often develop vision problems and nearsightedness.
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Using neural stem cells to treat multiple sclerosis in mice
This study is exploring whether giving neural stem cells to mice with a condition similar to multiple sclerosis can help improve their symptoms, with the hope that this treatment could one day benefit people with MS.
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Understanding muscle loss and fat reduction in cancer patients
This study is looking at how cancer can cause muscle loss and weight changes, and how these issues might affect how long patients live, using mice to learn more about the role of certain genes in keeping muscles healthy, which could help find new ways to support people with advanced cancer.
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Using light-based imaging to better understand blood clots
This study is exploring a new way to see and understand blood clots using a special light technique, which could help doctors find the best treatments for people at risk of serious heart problems like strokes and heart attacks.
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Improving temperature control for genetic research on C. elegans
This study is looking to improve how scientists grow tiny worms called C. elegans, which help us learn about genetics and diseases, by using a new temperature-controlled system to get better results in their experiments.
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Upgrading essential equipment for biomedical research at Oakland University
This study is all about upgrading important sterilizing machines at Oakland University to help researchers work better on projects like cancer treatment and heart health, making sure they have the best tools for their important work.
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Using behavioral strategies to reduce problem behaviors in individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
This study is looking at ways to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who struggle with behaviors like aggression and self-injury by teaching their caregivers effective communication strategies they can use at home, making it easier to keep these behaviors from coming back when they leave a trea
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Understanding how TLT-1 protein works in platelets
This study is looking at a protein called TLT-1 in platelets to understand how it helps with blood clotting, which could lead to better treatments for people who have issues with blood coagulation and inflammation.
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Investigating how specific receptors affect diabetic retinopathy
This study is looking at how certain receptors in the eye might affect vision problems caused by diabetes, with the hope of finding new ways to help people with diabetic retinopathy keep their sight.
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Understanding vision problems and myopia in premature infants
This study is looking at how babies born early might develop vision problems, like nearsightedness, by examining the natural activity in their eyes that helps them grow properly, with the hope of finding ways to prevent or treat these issues.
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Developing a new imaging technique for breast cancer detection
This study is testing a new type of imaging machine that can take clear pictures of breast cancer without using harmful radiation, making it safer for both people and small animals.
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Development of new equipment for scientific research.
This study is all about making better tools for scientists to help them do their research, which could eventually lead to improved treatments for health conditions that affect patients like you.
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Understanding how muscle growth affects cancer cachexia
This study is looking at how muscle mass affects weight loss in cancer patients and whether boosting the production of ribosomes in muscle cells can help keep their muscles strong and improve their health.
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Understanding how a specific gene helps prevent blood clots
This study is looking at how a specific gene called Arl6ip5 helps stop harmful blood clots, and it's being done with specially modified mice to see what happens when this gene is missing, which could help us learn more about preventing blood clot issues in people.
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Understanding how being born preterm affects children's growth and development
This study looks at how being born early affects the growth and development of children in Ghana, focusing on their health, nutrition, and the support they get from their caregivers, to help understand what makes a difference for these little ones.
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Investigating the role of specific genes in the development of fruit fly embryos
This study is looking at how certain genes in fruit fly embryos help them develop important structures, and it could help us understand similar processes in other living things.
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Upgrading imaging equipment for protein analysis
This study is all about upgrading an old imaging system in a lab to help scientists better see and understand proteins that play a role in cancer and other diseases, making their research more accurate and effective.
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Creating new drugs to help the brain recover after a stroke
This study is looking for new ways to help the brain heal after a stroke by creating small molecules that boost a natural protein called neurolysin, which helps with recovery, and it’s aimed at finding better treatments for stroke patients.
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Understanding how certain cells in the retina create wave activity before vision develops
This study is looking at special cells in the eye called starburst amacrine cells to understand how they help create activity in the retina before we can see, which could lead to new ways to treat eye conditions in the future.
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Understanding how certain genes affect tube formation in fruit flies
This study is looking at how certain genes in fruit flies help develop important tube-like structures in the body, which could help us understand similar processes in humans and diseases like polycystic kidney disease.
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Investigating how chromatin remodelers and histone modifiers affect gene expression
This study is looking at how certain proteins that help organize our DNA can affect how genes work, especially when they have mutations that might lead to diseases like cancer or developmental disorders, and it’s for anyone interested in understanding the science behind these health issues.
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Understanding how centrosomes are formed and regulated in cells
This study looks at how tiny structures in our cells, called centrosomes, are put together and how certain proteins help control their number, which is important for healthy cell division; understanding this could help us learn more about conditions like cancer and developmental issues.
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Reducing fear and using targeted messages to improve colorectal cancer screening in African Americans
This study is looking for ways to help more African Americans feel comfortable getting screened for colorectal cancer by addressing their fears and using messages that speak directly to their experiences, so they can more easily take part in at-home screening tests.
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Investigating how bone marrow cells affect tumor growth and response to radiation therapy
This study is looking at how certain cells from the bone marrow affect solid tumors and how they help tumors recover after radiation treatment, with the hope of finding new ways to improve cancer care.
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Investigating how gut inflammation affects brain health
This study is looking at how long-term gut inflammation might affect brain function, especially in conditions like Alzheimer's, by observing changes in brain activity in mice with gut issues, to help us understand the link between gut health and brain health.
Quick answers
How many clinical trials run by Oakland University are recruiting right now?
1, 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
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