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Clinical trials and research at VA Northern California Health Care Sys
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 20 NIH-funded research projects at this institution. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 20NIH research projects
NIH-funded research (20)
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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Identifying brain proteins linked to PTSD and alcohol use disorder
Researchers are studying brain proteins that may contribute to PTSD and alcohol use disorder in US veterans to find new ways to help people who struggle with both conditions.
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Developing new treatments for diabetes using 12-lipoxygenase inhibitors.
This study is looking at a special enzyme that can make diabetes worse, especially in veterans who have had COVID-19, and it's testing a new treatment that might help improve insulin function and prevent diabetes from getting worse.
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Long-Term Effects of COVID-19 on Thinking, Mood, and Daily Life
This grant looks at how COVID-19 may affect thinking, memory, and mental health over time in people who were infected.
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Finding brain proteins linked to PTSD and alcohol use disorder
This study is looking at how certain proteins in the brain might be linked to PTSD and alcohol use problems in U.S. Veterans, with the hope of finding new treatments that can help those dealing with these challenges.
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Preventing spread of skin and mouth squamous cell cancers to the lung
This work looks at why squamous cell cancers of the skin and mouth spread to the lungs and seeks new targets to stop that spread for people with these cancers.
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Improving driving skills in veterans who have had strokes
This study is all about helping veterans who have had strokes get back on the road safely by using driving simulators to practice their skills in a safe setting, so they can regain their independence without the risks of driving on real roads.
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Identifying markers for better treatment of squamous cell carcinomas in veterans
This study is looking for better ways to help veterans with skin and mouth cancers by finding new treatments and understanding how these cancers grow, so they can receive improved care and outcomes.
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Identifying breath markers to enhance respiratory health in veterans exposed to toxins
This study is looking at the breath of veterans who have been around harmful substances to find out if certain chemicals can help us understand their lung health better, with the goal of creating a handy device that can monitor their breathing and improve care for respiratory issues.
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Understanding how certain proteins affect heart function and signaling
This study is looking at how certain proteins affect heart function, especially how they interact with a key receptor and nitric oxide, to help find new ways to improve heart health for people with heart conditions.
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How stroke affects driving performance and safety
This study looks at how a stroke affects Veterans' driving skills using a special driving simulator, aiming to understand how brain changes impact their ability to drive safely, so we can help them get back on the road confidently.
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Improving cognitive skills for success in education and work
This study is looking to help people with traumatic brain injury and PTSD improve their thinking skills and reach their personal goals at school or work by using fun online training and coaching.
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Understanding how IGFBP3 affects resistance to Olaparib in advanced prostate cancer
This study is looking at how a protein called IGFBP3 affects advanced prostate cancer's ability to resist a treatment called Olaparib, with the goal of finding better ways to help patients respond to this therapy.
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Improving ankle strength and walking ability after stroke
This study is looking at how a special type of stimulation can help improve ankle movement in people who have had a stroke, with the goal of making it easier for them to walk and enjoy a better quality of life.
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Understanding how the brain controls movement to improve rehabilitation after injury.
This study is looking at how our brains control movement to help people recover better after a stroke or brain injury, especially as they age, by finding new ways to boost healing and improve movement skills.
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Understanding the mechanisms of heart failure and Alzheimer's disease
This study is exploring how heart failure and Alzheimer's disease develop by looking closely at the tiny processes in our cells, with the hope of finding new ways to treat these conditions and discover new medications that can help people living with them.
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Exploring the genetic links between resilience, PTSD, depression, and Alzheimer's disease.
This study is looking at how our genes and brain chemistry affect our ability to cope with stress, PTSD, depression, and even Alzheimer's disease, with the hope of finding new ways to help people feel better and improve their mental health.
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Investigating the effects of fermented wheat germ proteins on cancer treatment
This study is looking at how fermented wheat germ extract (FWGE) might help improve cancer treatment by seeing how it works with cancer cells and the immune system, and it could offer new options for patients who are exploring ways to boost their traditional therapies.
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Long-term effects of COVID-19 on brain function and mental health
This study is looking at how having mild COVID-19 might impact your thinking and mental health over time, especially for those who tested positive, and it aims to help understand and support anyone dealing with ongoing symptoms.
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Investigating how a beta blocker can improve wound healing in diabetic foot ulcers
This study is looking at how a medication called timolol can help heal diabetic foot ulcers, and it’s for people with diabetes who are dealing with these tough wounds; researchers want to see how well it works and understand why, while also using technology to predict which ulcers might heal with regular treatment.
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Improving lung cancer treatment through targeted therapies
This study is looking for better ways to help people with advanced lung cancer by creating easy blood tests that can find specific markers in their tumors, so doctors can choose the best treatments and see how well they’re working.
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