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Clinical trials and research at University of Malaya

• 14Clinical trials
• 3NIH research projects
• 1New in 30 days
• 3Countries

Newest trials

All recruiting trials (14)

• Intravenous Fish Oil for Critically Ill Patients with High Inflammation

  This study tests whether giving IV fish oil at two different doses helps reduce inflammation in critically ill adults on breathing support.

  Recruiting Phase 2 University of Malaya · Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur · NCT07883447

• CES-EES score and a wearable ring for diagnosing obstructive sleep apnea

  This study tests whether the CES-EES clinical score and the Belun Ring wearable can accurately diagnose obstructive sleep apnea without in-lab polysomnography in adults referred for suspected OSA.

  Recruiting University of Malaya · Pantai Valley, Kuala Lumpur · NCT07785999

• Prodentis probiotic alongside periodontal cleaning for periodontitis

  This test will see if taking the probiotic Prodentis for up to 12 months after root surface debridement helps adults with stage III–IV periodontitis keep their gums healthier compared with taking it for only three months.

  Recruiting University of Malaya · Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur · NCT07531875

• What personal, social, and access factors affect taking diabetes medicines

  This project will see if patients' knowledge, beliefs, family support, healthcare communication, and access problems influence how adults with diabetes take their medicines.

  Recruiting University of Malaya · Ambāla, Haryana · NCT07420634

• Developing and testing the Liver Cirrhosis Cognitive Decline Scale (LiCCoS)

  This project will test a short questionnaire called LiCCoS to see if it can spot thinking and everyday mental problems in adults with liver cirrhosis.

  Recruiting University of Malaya · Ambāla, Haryana · NCT07418008

• How reducing chemotherapy doses affects survival in older people with NSCLC who do not have targetable mutations

  This project will see if giving lower doses of chemotherapy to people aged 65 and older with advanced NSCLC without EGFR/ALK/ROS1 mutations changes their survival.

  Recruiting at 4 sites University of Malaya · Hong Kong and 3 other locations · NCT07369596

• Using Gengigel to Moisten Throat Packs in Surgery

  This study is testing if using Gengigel spray to moisten throat packs during surgery can help reduce throat pain and improve recovery for patients aged 18 to 60.

  Recruiting Early Phase 1 University of Malaya · Kuala Lumpur · NCT06947161

• Conventional versus 3D-printed twin block appliances: bacteria, surface texture, and effectiveness

  This trial will test whether 3D-printed twin block appliances work as well as conventional ones and whether they attract more bacteria or have rougher surfaces in growing children with Class II Division 1 malocclusion.

  Recruiting University of Malaya · Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur · NCT06944860

• Nutrition intervention's effect on breast cancer patients' bioimpedance phase angle

  This study is testing if giving special nutritional supplements to women with early-stage breast cancer before and after surgery can help them recover better and improve their health.

  Recruiting University of Malaya · Petaling Jaya, Kuala Lumpur · NCT06890221

• Malaysian-adapted Asian Crohn's disease diet

  This trial will test a Malaysian-adapted Asian version of the Crohn's Disease Exclusion Diet to see if it improves symptoms and the gut microbiome in people with mild-to-moderate Crohn's disease.

  Recruiting University of Malaya · Kuala Lumpur, Petaling Jaya · NCT06871267

• Comparing two methods for correcting underbites in children

  This study is testing two different ways to fix underbites in kids aged 7 to 10 to see which method works better and how the kids feel about it.

  Recruiting University of Malaya · Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur · NCT06759896

• Using carbohydrate drinks before scoliosis surgery to improve recovery

  This study is testing if drinking carbohydrate drinks before scoliosis surgery can help teenagers recover faster and feel better after the operation.

  Recruiting at 2 sites University of Malaya · Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur and 1 other locations · NCT06680297

• Identifying biomarkers in lung cancer patients in Malaysia

  This study is trying to find specific markers in the blood of lung cancer patients in Malaysia to help doctors better identify high-risk individuals and improve follow-up care.

  Recruiting University of Malaya · Kuala Lumpur · NCT06504927

• Combining Pembrolizumab with Platinum and Gemcitabine for Head and Neck Cancer

  This study is testing if combining a drug called pembrolizumab with chemotherapy can help people with recurrent or advanced head and neck cancer feel better and live longer.

  Recruiting Phase 2 University of Malaya · Kuala Lumpur · NCT05286619

NIH-funded research (3)

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.

• Skin fungi and the microbiome in indigenous Malaysians

  A study in Peninsular Malaysia will explore how skin fungi and bacteria interact to cause chronic skin infections in the Orang Asli people, with hopes to improve prevention and treatment.

  NIH research University of Malaya · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · NIH-11327285

• Investigating skin fungal infections in indigenous Malaysians

  This study is looking at the skin bacteria and fungi of the Orang Asli people in Malaysia to better understand how these tiny organisms relate to a common skin infection they have, with the hope of finding new ways to help treat it.

  NIH research University of Malaya · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · NIH-11077834

• Improving health research ethics training in Malaysia

  This study is working to make the Master of Health Research Ethics program at Universiti Malaya better for busy professionals by offering more flexible learning options and real-life examples, so they can become experts in research ethics in Malaysia.

  NIH research University of Malaya · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · NIH-11012890

Quick answers

How many clinical trials run by University of Malaya are recruiting right now?

14, as of November 12, 2026. 1 of them was first registered in the last 30 days. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where are these trials running?

In 3 countries. The most sites are in Malaysia (12 trials), India (2 trials), Hong Kong (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.

What phases are they in?

Phase 2: 2, Early Phase 1: 1. 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.

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