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Clinical trials and research at University of Puerto Rico Rio Piedras
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 10 NIH-funded research projects at this institution, with $3.1 million in listed awards. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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NIH-funded research (10)
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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Understanding how non-coding changes affect heart development
A study to figure out how non-coding genetic changes influence heart development in CHD, focusing on how they alter heart-related transcription factors and gene regulation.
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Alcohol and sleep: how alcohol changes brain sleep circuits in fruit flies
A small study in fruit flies looks at how alcohol changes sleep-circuit signals, with the goal of understanding sleep problems in people with alcohol use issues.
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Basonuclin-1 and the progression of inflammatory breast cancer
Researchers are studying how a gene called basonuclin-1 may drive aggressive, hard-to-treat inflammatory breast cancer to help find new ways to stop its spread.
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Tiny brain sensor to detect neuropeptide Y (NPY) signals
This project builds a very small, aptamer-coated sensor to continuously read neuropeptide Y (NPY) released by brain cells so researchers can link NPY signals to neurological problems.
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Creating a new tool to measure NPY levels in the brain
This study is working on a tiny device that can keep track of a brain chemical called Neuropeptide Y, which might help us understand its role in different brain disorders, making it easier to learn how it affects brain health.
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Training underrepresented minority students in neuroscience at the University of Puerto Rico
The NeuroGRAD@UPR program is designed to help underrepresented minority students succeed in neuroscience by offering training, mentorship, and hands-on experiences, so they can build their skills and confidence for a bright future in the field.
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A program to improve asthma awareness and STEM education in Puerto Rico
This study is all about helping high school teachers and students in Puerto Rico learn more about STEM subjects while also understanding asthma, a big health issue in their area, by giving teachers training and students hands-on experiences that connect science to real-life problems.
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Increasing diversity in the genomics workforce
This program is designed to help undergraduate students, especially those from Hispanic backgrounds, gain valuable hands-on experience and training in genomics through a two-year internship, where they'll work with local researchers and participate in workshops to prepare for future studies and careers in science.
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Improving biomedical research with advanced electron paramagnetic resonance technology
This study is looking to get a new, advanced machine that helps scientists at the University of Puerto Rico learn more about how certain substances in our bodies relate to diseases and treatments, which can lead to better health solutions for everyone, especially after recent challenges the community has faced.
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Developing scaffolds to help regenerate craniofacial bone tissue
This study is testing a new material made from tiny fibers to help heal and grow bone in the face, and it's designed for people who need help with bone regeneration after injuries or surgeries.
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