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Clinical trials and research at University of California, Davis
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 110 clinical trials run by University of California, Davis that are recruiting, in United States. By phase: Phase 2 (12), Phase 1 (10), Phase 4 (5), Early Phase 1 (3). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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All recruiting trials (110)
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Optimizing Adaptive Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson's Disease
This study tests whether using ongoing brain signals gathered during daily life can improve adaptive deep brain stimulation for people with Parkinson's who have motor fluctuations.
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How movement and nervous system function relate after stroke
This study tests whether measures of movement efficiency and nerve function relate to outcomes in adults who had a stroke.
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Support for caregivers of people with heart disease to reduce stress
This study tests whether the Confident Caregiver program can help family caregivers of people with cardiovascular disease feel less burdened and stressed, with sessions delivered virtually.
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Normal lymphatic anatomy in breast cancer patients using ultra-high frequency ultrasound and ICG
This study tests whether ultra-high frequency ultrasound plus indocyanine green dye can map normal lymphatic channels in breast cancer patients undergoing axillary procedures.
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Rhythmic cues to help walking after spinal cord injury
This pilot test will see if a wearable rhythm device (MedRhythms) can help adults with motor incomplete spinal cord injury walk more steadily and comfortably.
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Non-Invasive Temporally Interfering Electric Fields Stimulation for Epilepsy and Healthy Adults
This test will see if a non-surgical brain stimulation method called TIEFS can change brain activity and thinking skills in adults with epilepsy and in healthy adults.
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Spatial scene memory testing for people with temporal lobe epilepsy having surgery
This project tests whether a virtual tour memory task combined with brain recordings can show how adults with temporal lobe epilepsy recognize and recall places.
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How rewards for effort versus performance change children's choices to take on challenging thinking tasks
This project tests whether 9–13-year-old children will choose harder thinking tasks more often when they are rewarded for effort (trying hard) versus rewarded for good performance.
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Family and Friend Support for Early Intervention in Autism
This study tests whether the FANS-EI program helps caregivers stay engaged in early intervention for young children with autism.
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Short documentary videos to raise cancer safety awareness for firefighters
This project will test whether brief documentary-style videos can improve California firefighters' perceptions, confidence, and motivation to use cancer-prevention practices.
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Acupuncture for myofascial back pain: imaging and pain outcomes
This study tests whether true acupuncture helps people with chronic low back pain due to myofascial pain syndrome more than sham acupuncture, and whether total-body PET imaging picks up tissue changes related to pain.
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Daily kimchi versus cabbage for gut health in healthy adults
This will see if eating kimchi daily changes gut bacteria and blood markers of gut and cardiometabolic health in healthy adults.
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Sham accelerated TMS effects on thinking and behavior
This project will try a sham (placebo) accelerated TMS schedule in 15–25-year-olds to see if treatment expectations change mood, motivation, and responses to everyday rewards.
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Dopamine versus norepinephrine for low blood pressure in newborns with pulmonary hypertension
This pilot test compares norepinephrine and dopamine as the first medicine to raise blood pressure in term and late‑preterm newborns with pulmonary hypertension and hypoxemic respiratory failure.
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Olutasidenib with azacitidine followed by olutasidenib maintenance for IDH1‑mutated acute myeloid leukemia after venetoclax plus HMA
This trial will test whether giving olutasidenib with azacitidine, then continuing olutasidenib alone, helps people with IDH1‑mutated AML who previously received venetoclax plus a hypomethylating agent.
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Proteomic-guided, risk-adapted therapy for advanced non-small cell lung cancer
This trial tests whether using a proteomic test plus a toxicity risk tool to pick immune checkpoint inhibitor–based treatment can improve 12-month progression-free survival for people with previously untreated advanced non-small cell lung cancer.
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Pecan nut consumption and health in adults 45–75
This trial will see if eating pecan nuts daily improves metabolism, cholesterol, inflammation, blood pressure, thinking, and gut bacteria in adults aged 45 to 75.
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TR-002 (Nadofaragene Firadenovec) given by IV for adults with advanced unresectable or metastatic solid tumors and refractory metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma
This Phase 1 trial tests whether weekly intravenous TR-002 is safe and what dose is best for adults with advanced unresectable or metastatic solid tumors or refractory metastatic pancreatic cancer.
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Pregnancy and postpartum breastfeeding support for people with gestational diabetes
This project will try a co-designed breastfeeding support program for pregnant and postpartum people with gestational diabetes to help lower their future risk of type 2 diabetes.
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MRI‑guided laser ablation plus lomustine for recurrent glioblastoma
This study will test whether a focused MRI‑guided laser ablation followed about a week later by the chemotherapy lomustine is safe and doable for adults whose glioblastoma has returned.
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Daily mangos for gut and cardiometabolic health in Hispanic/Latino teens
This project will see if eating a daily serving of Ataulfo mango for four weeks instead of calorie-dense snacks improves gut microbes, inflammation, and cardiometabolic markers in Hispanic/Latino adolescents with overweight or obesity.
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Whole-body [18F]F-AraG PET/CT to map immune activity in Long COVID
This research will try a total-body [18F]F-AraG PET/CT scan plus blood tests to see if they can detect ongoing immune activity in adults with Long COVID compared with recovered controls.
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Accelerated intermittent theta burst stimulation for adolescents and young adults with depression and suicidal thoughts
This trial will try a fast, noninvasive, MRI-guided brain stimulation (accelerated intermittent theta burst TMS) given over five days to reduce depression and suicidal thoughts in 15–25 year olds recently treated for suicidality.
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Coordinating outpatient buprenorphine care after an ED visit
This study tests a bundle of strategies to improve how EDs link patients who start buprenorphine to outpatient care, to see if it helps people stay on treatment longer.
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68Ga DOTA-5G PET/CT imaging for metastatic invasive lobular breast cancer
This Phase I trial will test whether a new PET tracer called 68Ga DOTA-5G can safely find cancer sites and pick up more disease than standard 18F-FDG PET/CT in adults with metastatic or advanced invasive lobular breast cancer.
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Telehealth versus in-person follow-up for buprenorphine after an emergency department visit
This project will test whether arranging follow-up buprenorphine care by telehealth or by in-person clinics leads to better long-term treatment retention and patient experience for adults with opioid use disorder who start buprenorphine in the emergency department.
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Comparing a new biopsy needle to standard methods for prostate cancer detection
This study is testing a new biopsy needle to see if it can help doctors find prostate cancer better than the usual methods for men who need a prostate biopsy.
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Epcoritamab with platinum chemotherapy and autologous stem cell transplant for relapsed or refractory large B-cell lymphoma
This trial tests whether adding epcoritamab to standard platinum-based salvage chemotherapy followed by an autologous stem cell transplant helps adults with relapsed or refractory large B-cell lymphoma.
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Evaluating early feeding in newborns with gastroschisis
This study is testing if starting to feed newborns with gastroschisis soon after their surgery is safe and helpful for their recovery.
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Odronextamab with CAR T‑cell therapy for relapsed or refractory diffuse large B‑cell lymphoma
This trial tests whether giving odronextamab before or after CAR T‑cell therapy helps adults with diffuse large B‑cell lymphoma that has relapsed or not responded to prior treatments.
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Increasing HPV vaccine uptake among young patients
This study is testing a new approach to help more young patients aged 10-12 get the HPV vaccine at clinics in California.
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Prehabilitation program for patients with head and neck cancer
This study is testing a prehabilitation program that includes exercise and nutrition support for people with head and neck cancer to see if it helps them feel better before surgery.
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Program to help youths at high risk for psychosis in Sacramento
This study is testing a new program to help young people in Sacramento who are at risk for psychosis by providing them with better support and treatment options in local mental health clinics.
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Transnasal nerve block for headaches after brain hemorrhage
This study is testing if a special nose treatment can help reduce headaches in people who have had a brain hemorrhage and see if it can lower their need for pain medication.
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Examining joint motion problems in stroke patients and healthy volunteers
This study is testing a physical exam method to see how well it can spot joint motion problems in stroke patients compared to healthy people.
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Examining how early experiences with waiting affect children's ability to delay gratification
This study is testing how young children's early experiences with waiting affect their ability to hold off on getting what they want and how that might influence their lives later on.
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Understanding how patient and visit characteristics affect knee osteoarthritis outcomes
This study is testing how different factors about patients and their clinic visits can affect how well older adults with knee osteoarthritis respond to treatment with a topical gel.
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Assessing Inflammation in Psoriasis Patients Using Advanced PET Scanning and Diet Changes
This study is testing if a new type of PET scan can measure inflammation in psoriasis patients and if changing to a healthier diet for six weeks can help reduce that inflammation.
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Effects of California grapes on gut and heart health in overweight adults
This study is testing whether eating freeze-dried grape powder can improve gut and heart health in overweight adults aged 45-70.
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Effects of Chardonnay Marc on gut and heart health
This study is testing if adding Chardonnay grape skins and seeds to the diet can improve gut and heart health in obese postmenopausal women.
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PET imaging of brain and liver inflammation in fatty liver disease
This research will test whether PET scans using 18F-FDG and 18F-DPA-714 can see inflammation in both the liver and brain of adults with fatty liver disease who have recent or planned liver biopsies.
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Intradermal versus transcutaneous purse-string closure for surgical skin scars
This trial will try to see if intradermal or transcutaneous purse‑string sutures produce better scars and fewer complications for adults having cutaneous surgery.
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Improving genetic testing for cancer patients through nurse-led support
This study is testing if support from oncology nurses can help adult cancer patients get better access to genetic testing and counseling to improve their treatment options.
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Targeted approach for detecting and treating metastatic cancer
This study is testing a new way to find and treat metastatic cancer using special imaging and a targeted treatment to see if it helps patients who haven't responded to other therapies.
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Assessing mental health risks in adolescents with mild traumatic brain injury
This study is trying to create a tool that helps doctors predict which teens aged 11 to 17 who have had a mild brain injury might develop new or worsening mental health issues.
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Examining zinc and iron absorption from common beans in young women
This study tests how different types of common beans affect the absorption of zinc and iron in healthy young women.
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Comparing two types of stitches for surgical wounds
This study is testing whether using a special type of stitch or a standard stitch after surgery on the head and neck leads to less scarring and better-looking results for patients.
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Using tart cherry juice to prevent nerve damage from chemotherapy in breast cancer patients
This study is testing if drinking tart cherry juice can help prevent nerve damage in breast cancer patients receiving chemotherapy.
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Effects of Goji Berries on Age-Related Macular Degeneration
This study is testing whether eating goji berries can help improve eye health in people aged 50 to 95 who are at risk for age-related macular degeneration.
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Impact of Whole Versus Low-fat Milk on Child Health
This study tests whether whole milk or low-fat milk is better for the health and weight of toddlers aged 2 to 3 years.
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Targeted radionuclide therapy for metastatic lung cancer
This study is testing a new targeted treatment for people with metastatic lung cancer to see if it is safe and helps them respond better after previous treatments.
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Combination treatment for recurrent head and neck cancer
This study is testing a new combination of medications and radiation to see if it helps people with tough-to-treat head and neck cancer feel better and live longer.
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Focal ablation treatments for localized prostate cancer
This study is testing if new focal treatments like cryotherapy and high-intensity ultrasound can effectively treat localized prostate cancer in men and improve their urinary and sexual function over time.
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Comparing Abiraterone with Prednisone or Darolutamide for Advanced Prostate Cancer
This study is testing whether a combination of abiraterone and prednisone works better than darolutamide alone for people with advanced prostate cancer by looking at side effects and changes in PSA levels over a year.
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Treatment for recurrent or refractory non-muscle invasive bladder cancer using targeted nanoparticles
This study is testing a new treatment using special nanoparticles to see if it can help people with recurring bladder cancer feel better and improve their chances of staying cancer-free.
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Testing a natural supplement to boost collagen production
This study is testing a natural supplement to see if it can help young healthy adults produce more collagen when taken with collagen protein.
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Digital monitoring for patients after heart procedures
This study is testing if a new telemonitoring program can help people recovering from heart procedures feel better and manage their health more effectively compared to standard care.
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Combining systemic therapy with local ablative treatments for certain lung cancers
This study is testing if adding local treatments to ongoing therapy can help people with certain lung cancers live longer without their disease getting worse.
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Combining local ablative therapy with ongoing systemic treatment for certain cancers
This study is testing whether adding local treatments to ongoing cancer therapy can help people with certain solid tumors live longer without their disease getting worse.
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Combining local therapies with systemic treatment for certain cancers
This study is testing if adding local treatments like targeted radiation or ablation can help people with certain types of cancer, such as prostate or kidney cancer, stay on their main treatment longer without needing changes.
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Combining local therapy with ongoing systemic treatment for certain cancers
This study is testing whether adding local treatments to ongoing systemic therapy can help people with certain cancers keep their disease under control for longer.
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Exploring how the locus coeruleus affects attention in healthy adults
This study is testing how a part of the brain called the locus coeruleus affects attention in healthy adults, using special imaging techniques and a medication to see if it makes a difference.
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Using alendronate to treat osteonecrosis in adults with sickle cell disease
This study is testing if a weekly medication called alendronate can help adults with sickle cell disease who have bone pain from osteonecrosis feel better and improve their bone health.
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Imaging blood flow and glucose metabolism using PET
This study is testing a new imaging method that looks at blood flow and sugar use in the body to see how it works for both healthy people and those with heart problems or cancer.
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Evaluating the Early Start Denver Model for young children with autism in community settings
This study is testing if the Early Start Denver Model can improve autism care for young children in community settings.
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Using Ultrasound to Evaluate Abdominal Injuries in Children After Trauma
This study is testing if a quick ultrasound can help doctors check for abdominal injuries in children after trauma, so they can avoid using CT scans that expose them to radiation.
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Investigating sleep and cognition in patients with focal epilepsy
This study is testing how sleep patterns affect thinking skills in people with focal epilepsy to see if new treatments can help improve both sleep and cognition.
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Training and educating diverse communities about cancer awareness and prevention
This study is trying to see if teaching people in the UC Davis area about cancer risks and prevention can help them better understand how to stay healthy and get screened for cancer.
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Screening for critical congenital heart disease using a machine learning algorithm
This study is testing a new computer program to see if it can better screen newborns for serious heart problems using simple measurements like blood oxygen levels.
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Effects of Chardonnay marc on heart health
This study is testing whether eating products made with Chardonnay marc can improve heart health and how our bodies respond after meals.
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Examining gender differences in voice outcomes after laryngectomy
This study looks at how men and women who have had their voice box removed and use a special device to speak differ in their speech quality and recovery.
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Using a new imaging agent to detect lung cancer spread
This study is testing a new imaging method to see if it can better detect the spread of lung cancer, especially to the brain, in patients with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
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Fetal treatment for severe congenital diaphragmatic hernia
This study is testing a new procedure for pregnant women with severe congenital diaphragmatic hernia to see if it can help improve their baby's lung development before birth.
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Modified endograft treatment for complex aortic aneurysms
This study is testing a special type of stent to see if it can safely treat complex aortic aneurysms in high-risk patients who can’t use regular devices.
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Evaluating a new single port robotic approach for colorectal surgery
This study is testing a new single port robotic surgery method for colorectal procedures to see if it's safer and works better than the traditional multi-port approach.
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Daily beef intake's impact on zinc absorption and heart health
This study is testing if eating beef every day can help people aged 55 to 70 absorb more zinc and improve their heart health compared to other protein sources.
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Total-body PET with FDA-approved Tracers Beyond 18F-FDG
This small, non-randomized study tests how well the total-body PET/CT scanner can image prostate cancer, breast cancer, and neuroendocrine tumors using three approved tracers to see if images are clearer or more informative.
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Effects of fasting on the immune system in healthy adults
This study is testing how a 36-hour water-only fast affects the immune system in healthy adults aged 20-40 to see if it can improve immune responses.
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Effects of dietary supplements on immune system proteins
This study is testing whether a dietary supplement can improve the immune system in healthy adults by looking at changes in certain immune proteins.
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Using sodium bicarbonate to improve muscle health in chronic kidney disease
This study is testing if sodium bicarbonate can help improve muscle health and endurance in people with chronic kidney disease.
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Combining azacitidine or decitabine with venetoclax for treating acute myeloid leukemia
This study is testing whether combining two medications, azacitidine or decitabine, with venetoclax can help people with acute myeloid leukemia who haven’t been treated before or have had their cancer come back.
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Comparing two types of steroid injections for De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
This study is testing whether steroid injections given inside or outside the tendon sheath work better to relieve pain for people with De Quervain's Tenosynovitis.
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Effects of brain stimulation on cognitive control and attention
This study is testing whether a type of brain stimulation can improve attention and thinking skills in healthy people by comparing the effects of stimulating different areas of the brain.
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Almond oil versus 2% hydroquinone for facial pigmentation
This test compares nightly almond oil and 2% hydroquinone to see which better reduces facial pigmentation in premenopausal women with Fitzpatrick skin types 3–6.
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Testing Senicapoc for Mild Cognitive Impairment and Alzheimer's Disease
This study is testing if a new drug called Senicapoc can help people with mild cognitive impairment or early Alzheimer's disease improve their thinking and daily activities over a year.
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Using continuous glucose monitoring in kidney transplant recipients with diabetes
This study is testing if using a continuous glucose monitor can help kidney transplant recipients with Type 2 diabetes keep their blood sugar levels more stable.
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Using gabapentin to reduce opioid use in children after thoracic surgery
This study is testing if gabapentin can help reduce the amount of pain medication kids need after having thoracic surgery.
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Using stem cells to improve fetal surgery for spina bifida
This study is testing whether adding stem cells to fetal surgery can help improve walking and movement in babies with a severe form of spina bifida.
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Dual frequency stimulation for improving Parkinson's disease symptoms
This study is testing if a new way of combining two types of brain stimulation can help people with advanced Parkinson's disease feel better while reducing side effects from standard treatment.
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Increasing milk production in mothers of extremely preterm infants using a supplement
This study is testing if a supplement called nicotinamide riboside can help mothers of extremely preterm infants produce more breast milk.
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Combining brentuximab vedotin and bendamustine for treating relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma
This study is testing if combining two drugs, brentuximab vedotin and bendamustine, can help people with relapsed or hard-to-treat follicular lymphoma feel better and improve their chances of recovery.
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Exploring how fidgeting affects attention and emotions in adults with ADHD
This study is testing whether fidgeting and using a special fidget device can help adults with ADHD improve their attention and emotions.
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Comparing ultrasound and fluoroscopy for knee pain treatment
This study tests whether using ultrasound or fluoroscopy to guide a knee pain treatment can help people with knee osteoarthritis feel less pain and improve their function when other treatments haven't worked.
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Improving diabetes control in kids using telehealth
This study is testing if using video calls and remote monitoring can help kids with type 1 diabetes manage their blood sugar better than just regular check-ups.
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Using patient-derived cancer models to address health disparities in cancer treatment
This study is trying to create and test cancer models from patients, especially those from minority backgrounds, to see how we can improve cancer treatments for bladder, gastric, liver, and lung cancers.
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Understanding and Addressing Multiple Myeloma Disparities
This study is trying to find better ways to recruit and survey patients from different backgrounds who have Multiple Myeloma to understand how it affects them and improve their care.
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Brain stimulation to improve cognitive function in schizophrenia
This study is testing if a gentle electrical current applied to the forehead can help people with schizophrenia improve their thinking skills better when they are doing tasks compared to when they are resting.
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Precision medicine approach for heart failure management
This study is testing a new way to personalize heart failure treatment by using advanced technology to better understand each patient's unique condition and improve their care.
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Using magnesium infusion to manage pain in critically ill trauma patients
This study is testing if giving magnesium through an IV can help manage pain and reduce the need for opioids in critically ill trauma patients in the ICU.
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Program to prevent diabetes and dementia through lifestyle changes
This study is testing whether an exercise program or a healthy eating plan can help older adults at risk for cognitive decline avoid diabetes and dementia.
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Using Oxybutynin to Treat Bladder Pain After Surgery
This study is testing if a skin patch of oxybutynin works better than taking it by mouth to help young kids with bladder pain after surgery.
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Improving self-control in young children using mobile games
This study is testing a mobile game app to see if it can help preschool kids aged 3-6 learn to wait for bigger rewards and improve their self-control.
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Effects of topical medications on the human skin microbiome
This study tests how two common skin treatments, ketoconazole cream and desonide ointment, affect the balance of bacteria on the skin in healthy adults.
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Using virtual reality to help children with ADHD manage attention
This study is testing whether virtual reality can help children with ADHD focus better and manage distractions in their everyday lives.
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Understanding the genetic causes of moles
This study is trying to find out the genetic changes that cause moles by looking at DNA from skin samples and blood to better understand these common skin growths.
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Investigating vaccine response in patients with spleen injuries
This study is testing how well a pneumonia vaccine works in adults with spleen injuries who are treated in different ways to see if their treatment affects their immune response.
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Understanding metabolic responses after bariatric surgery
This study is looking to see how the body reacts after weight loss surgery in people with severe obesity by checking their genetic and tissue markers before and after the surgery.
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Identifying factors affecting outcomes in heart surgery
This study looks at what factors might affect recovery and complications in patients having heart surgery to help improve their outcomes.
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Analyzing tumor and blood samples to understand DNA changes in lung cancer patients
This study looks at tumor and blood samples from lung cancer patients to see if certain DNA changes can help us understand their treatment outcomes better.
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Gathering information on pediatric patients with Antiphospholipid Syndrome
This study is gathering information on children with Antiphospholipid Syndrome to better understand its causes and treatments.
Quick answers
How many clinical trials run by University of California, Davis are recruiting right now?
110, 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.
What phases are they in?
Phase 2: 12, Phase 1: 10, Phase 4: 5, Early Phase 1: 3. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
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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