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Clinical trials and research at Western Washington University
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 6 NIH-funded research projects at this institution, with $2.5 million in listed awards. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 6NIH research projects
NIH-funded research (6)
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 CK1 enzymes choose their targets in DNA repair
Scientists are studying a human-related cancer pathway to learn how a family of enzymes (CK1) decides which proteins to modify during DNA repair, with the goal of guiding new cancer therapies.
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RHOA signaling and brain vessel health in dementia
A study testing how a protein called RHOA affects brain blood vessels to understand its connection to Alzheimer’s-related dementia.
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How cells manage stress from misfolded proteins
This study is looking at how cells handle stress from misfolded proteins, focusing on a protein called VIMP, and it's for anyone interested in understanding how our cells keep themselves healthy when faced with challenges.
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Improving cannabidiol treatments for autism spectrum disorder
This study is looking at how different mixes of CBD and natural compounds from cannabis can help improve brain function in kids and teens with autism, aiming to find safer and more effective treatments without the high from THC.
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Understanding how bacteria attach proteins to their cell walls
This study is looking at special enzymes that help bacteria stick proteins to their surfaces, with the goal of improving how we create new treatments for infections, which could help patients dealing with antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
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Improving drug synthesis using safer chemical reactions
This study is looking for better and safer ways to make medicines that can help treat different diseases, using a new method that could make the process easier and more effective for everyone.
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