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Clinical trials and research at Rowan University
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 1 clinical trial run by Rowan University that is recruiting, in United States. There are also 43 NIH-funded research projects at this institution, with $16.2 million in listed awards. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 1Clinical trials
- 43NIH research projects
- 1Country
All recruiting trials (1)
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Using pedal pump therapy for leg lymphedema in older adults
This study is testing whether a new pedal pump therapy can help older adults with leg swelling from lymphedema feel better by moving fluid more effectively.
NIH-funded research (newest 40 of 43)
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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AMPP-coated Catheters to Fight CAUTI with Targeted Antimicrobial Peptides
A new catheter coating uses pathogen-activated peptides to prevent catheter-associated urinary tract infections by targeting disease-causing bacteria while preserving helpful urinary microbes.
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Injectable hydrogel to help spinal cord injuries heal
A scientist-led project is testing a special injectable gel that can deliver multiple therapeutic agents at once to a spinal cord injury, aiming to improve nerve growth and movement.
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How the nucleus affects breast cancer spread and emerin’s role
A researcher-led project at Rowan University is exploring how the cell nucleus and a protein called emerin influence the spread of breast cancer, especially the aggressive triple-negative type.
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Pilot Partnership-Based Physical Activity Program for Midlife Women at Risk for Heart Disease
A small, early-stage study tests whether pairing midlife women (40–65) with PA partners helps them start and stick with regular physical activity to reduce heart disease risk.
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Combination drug therapy to treat pain with minimal or no abuse potential and side-effects
A new treatment approach combines morphine with a GABA-related drug to reduce pain while lowering the risk of side effects and opioid misuse.
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Optimizing autophagy to counteract aging muscle loss in mice
Aims to boost a cellular cleanup process to help aging muscles stay strong when combined with exercise, using a mouse model.
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Sensor-like LC-MS platform for real-time monitoring of small molecules in biological systems
A new LC-MS tool is being developed to measure multiple small-molecule metabolites in real time, aiming to help scientists understand how biological systems communicate.
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Multi-targeted approach to help heal diabetic foot ulcers using electric fields and nitric oxide
A study to test a combo treatment using electric field stimulation and nitric oxide to boost healing in diabetic foot ulcers.
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Preventing Depression in Neurodivergent College Students
A research project aims to help autistic and other neurodivergent students in college stay mentally well by designing preventive care tailored to their needs.
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Ultrasound-enabled control of nerve signals with targeted ion channels
A study using focused ultrasound to influence how nerve cells fire by targeting specific ion channels, aiming to develop new, noninvasive ways to modulate brain activity.
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Emerin’s role in muscle cell fate and muscle disease
Aimed at understanding how the nuclear envelope protein emerin controls muscle cell development to help people with Emery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy type 1.
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New targeted treatment for relapsed multiple myeloma
A new drug called KS100 aims to block ALDH enzymes to kill treatment-resistant myeloma cells in people whose disease has returned.
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Robotic image-guided system to align broken femur (thigh) bones
A surgical robot that uses 3D imaging to help surgeons precisely align broken thigh (femur) bones during repair.
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Hypoxia-responsive lipid nanoparticles to balance placental factors in preeclampsia
Aims to use tiny, targeted particles that release messages to the placenta to help restore healthy blood vessel growth in pregnancies affected by preeclampsia.
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How brain support cells handle harmful Huntington protein clumps
This work looks at how brain support cells called microglia and astrocytes deal with harmful Huntington protein clumps to help people with Huntington disease and related brain disorders.
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How brain support cells shape daily blood pressure rhythms
This project looks at how astrocytes, a type of brain support cell, help control daily blood pressure patterns that may go awry in people with disrupted sleep schedules like shift workers.
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Making Opioid Pain Relievers Safer and More Effective
This research explores a new way to make opioid pain medications work better while reducing the risk of addiction and other side effects.
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Using Ultrasound to Control Brain Cell Signals
This project aims to understand how sound waves can gently adjust the activity of brain cells, which could lead to new ways to treat brain conditions.
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A robotic system to improve surgery for femur fractures
This study is testing a new robotic system that helps doctors perform femur fracture surgeries more accurately, making it easier for them to align the broken bones and improve recovery for patients like you.
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How brain cells affect blood pressure regulation in response to shift work
This study is looking at how certain brain cells called astrocytes might affect blood pressure in people who work different shifts, especially since changing work hours can mess with our body's natural clock and lead to heart problems.
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New treatment approach for hard-to-treat multiple myeloma
This study is testing a new treatment for multiple myeloma, especially to help African American patients who often face tougher challenges with the disease, by looking at how a special molecule can make current therapies work better against cancer cells that are hard to treat.
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Understanding how social comparison affects healthy behavior
A new funding opportunity will study how comparing ourselves to others influences our daily health choices and how digital health tools using leaderboards can help or hinder healthy habits.
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Reducing opioid abuse while enhancing pain relief
This study is exploring a new way to make opioid pain medications safer by targeting a specific part of the brain that could help reduce the risk of addiction while still providing relief from pain.
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Creating new antimicrobial peptides to fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria
This study is exploring new types of antibiotics that could work better against tough bacteria that don't respond to regular treatments, aiming to help patients who need effective options for their infections.
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Creating new pain relief and mental health medications using specialized chemical reactions.
This study is looking at new ways to create special medicines called diazepines and benzodiazepines, which can help with pain and mental health issues, by experimenting with different methods to make them more effective and targeted for patients like you.
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New treatment approach for difficult-to-treat multiple myeloma
This study is testing a new drug called KS18 that aims to help patients with multiple myeloma, especially those whose cancer hasn't responded to other treatments, by working alongside existing therapies to better fight the disease and prevent it from coming back.
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Understanding how mitochondrial ribosomes are assembled
This study is looking at how a special protein called Mam33 helps put together the parts needed to make ribosomes in our cells' powerhouses, the mitochondria, which is important for keeping us energized, and it hopes to find out more about how problems with this process might be connected to diseases like aging and can
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Developing a platform for real-time monitoring of metabolites in biological systems
This study is working on a new, faster way to analyze tiny molecules in our bodies that can help us understand health better, using advanced technology to get quicker and more accurate results.
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A program to help low-income students transfer from community college to a university for biomedical careers.
The CB2R program is here to help low-income students from different backgrounds move from community college to university and succeed in biomedical careers by offering financial support, guidance, and hands-on research experience in microbiology and bioinformatics.
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Combining drugs to manage pain safely with fewer side effects
This study is looking at a new way to help people with pain by using morphine along with another drug that boosts a natural calming chemical in the brain, hoping to provide better relief without the usual side effects of opioids.
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Understanding how brain cells handle toxic protein aggregates in neurodegenerative diseases
This study is looking at how certain brain cells help deal with harmful protein clumps linked to diseases like Huntington's, to understand how they might both help and hurt the brain over time, which could lead to new ways to treat these conditions.
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Understanding how BRAF proteins work in cancer
This study is looking at how a protein called BRAF works in different types of cancer, especially in cases where it doesn't respond to current treatments, to find new ways to help people with these tough-to-treat tumors.
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Investigating differences in clinician compassion in primary care settings.
This study is looking at how caring and compassion from doctors and nurses can change depending on different groups of patients, especially those who might not get the same level of care, and it wants to see how this affects patients' trust and willingness to follow their treatment plans.
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Understanding how protein acetylation affects bacteria
This study looks at how a tiny change in proteins, called acetylation, affects how a common bacterium called Bacillus subtilis works, especially focusing on a protein similar to those found in our cells, to learn more about how it helps the bacteria manage important tasks like gene activity and organizing their genetic
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Investigating how TLR4 and Lyn interaction affects brain inflammation after a hemorrhagic stroke
This study is looking at how a certain receptor in the brain might cause inflammation after a bleeding stroke, and it hopes to find ways to reduce that inflammation safely, which could help people recover better from this serious condition.
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Using ultrasound to influence how cells communicate electrically
This study is exploring how ultrasound can gently influence the electrical signals in nerve cells to help us understand their behavior better and find new ways to treat different health conditions.
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Using virtual reality to train parents of children with autism to manage severe behaviors
This study is testing a virtual reality program that helps parents of children with autism learn how to handle challenging behaviors at home, making it easier for them to practice and feel more confident in their skills.
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Understanding how women in midlife respond to physical activity measurement and its effects on cardiovascular health.
This study looks at how women in midlife, especially those at higher risk for heart disease, respond when they know their physical activity is being tracked, and it aims to find ways to encourage more movement in this group while also considering how men react differently.
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Creating new pain relief and mental health medications using unique chemical reactions
This study is looking at new ways to make special medicines called diazepines and benzodiazepines, which can help with pain relief and mental health, by using unique chemical reactions to ensure they work well and are safe for you.
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Exploring how comparing ourselves to others can influence healthy behaviors.
This study looks at how comparing ourselves to others can influence our health habits, like exercising, and aims to find ways to use these comparisons to help people make healthier choices.
Quick answers
How many clinical trials run by Rowan 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
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.