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Clinical trials and research at Worcester Polytechnic Institute
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 1 clinical trial run by Worcester Polytechnic Institute that is recruiting, in Germany. There are also 42 NIH-funded research projects at this institution, with $23.8 million in listed awards. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 1Clinical trials
- 42NIH research projects
- 1Country
All recruiting trials (1)
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Advanced brain imaging using EEG and MEG technology
This study is testing a new brain imaging technology that uses a special cap and software to see if it can accurately track brain activity while people do tasks like tapping their fingers or speaking.
NIH-funded research (newest 40 of 42)
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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Endothelial glycocalyx and sepsis-related blood clotting
A brain- and body-friendly study will explore how sepsis damages the protective glycocalyx on blood vessel walls and drives dangerous blood clots, with a goal to find new ideas for treatment.
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Neuromodulators shaping male and hermaphrodite behavior in a tiny worm
A research project will study how brain chemicals control sex-specific behaviors in a worm model to better understand human sex differences in brain diseases.
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Bias-aware wearable that measures both SpO2 and PtcO2 for neonates at home
A small, easy-to-use wearable device is being developed to noninvasively monitor two key blood oxygen measurements in premature or fragile babies after NICU discharge, helping families and clinicians keep a closer eye on breathing issues.
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Multiscale modeling of tissue fluidity in partial EMT cancer tissue
A scientist team will study how cells in a partial epithelial-mesenchymal state move and rearrange in tissue, to understand cancer growth and tissue repair.
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Advanced EEG/MEG source localization using fast math to map brain activity
Researchers will build a faster, more accurate brain activity map from EEG/MEG data to help understand responses to antidepressant treatments.
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Engineered probiotic bacteria to block lead absorption
A recent NIH grant is exploring tiny bite-sized DNA molecules in probiotic bacteria to trap lead in the gut and prevent it from entering the body.
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New personalized flow models to better diagnose fetal coarctation of the aorta
A new, patient-friendly technique using personalized fetal heart flow models to improve diagnosis of CoA before birth.
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Understanding blast injuries to the brain using a simple worm model
Scientists are testing how blast waves damage the brain and how recovery happens, using a tiny worm to study nerve activity, brain cells, and behavior.
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Bioengineered models to study uterine fibroids and their environment
Aims to create two realistic lab models of uterine fibroids to understand how hormones, obesity, and treatments affect fibroid growth and behavior.
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Charge-based brain modeling tool using boundary element fast multipole method
A researcher-led project will develop a new brain modeling engine that uses surface charges and fast multipole methods to simulate electric fields in the brain.
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Understanding how alternative splicing changes RNA-binding proteins in autoimmune diseases
A scientist at a U.S. university is using advanced computer methods and lab tests to see how different versions of RNA-binding proteins, created by alternative splicing, might affect autoimmune diseases.
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How genes control tiny cellular antennae called cilia
This project looks at how genes and signaling pathways shape and reshape tiny cellular antennae called cilia, with relevance for people who have ciliopathy-related conditions.
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Robot-assisted ultrasound to guide spine surgery
A new approach uses a small robot and ultrasound during spine operations to improve accuracy and patient outcomes.
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Real-time, non-invasive mapping to find where dangerous heart rhythms start
A computerized tool that uses your standard 12-lead ECG to quickly and automatically locate where ventricular arrhythmias begin to help people with recurrent dangerous heart rhythms.
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How partially transitioned cancer cells move and reshape tissue
Researchers will build computer models and run lab experiments to see how partly transitioned cancer cells move together in tissue so new ways to limit tumor spread can be found.
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Bias-reduced wearable that measures two types of oxygen for newborns
Developing a small, easy-to-use wearable that measures both blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) and skin-diffused oxygen (PtcO2) to help monitor newborns with breathing problems at home.
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Faster, more precise brain-mapping for EEG and MEG
Building a faster, more precise way to map where brain signals come from to help people who have EEG or MEG testing, including those with anxiety or depression.
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Investigating how genes control the assembly and remodeling of cilia.
This study is exploring how tiny hair-like structures on cells, called cilia, are formed and change in response to different conditions, using a small worm as a model to help us understand how this might relate to human biology.
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A smartphone app to detect wound infections and recommend care
This study is testing a new smartphone app that helps caregivers spot infected wounds using pictures and thermal images, making it easier for them to give the right advice and treatment to patients with chronic wounds, especially during home visits or emergencies.
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Understanding how sex differences affect concussion and brain injury
This study looks at how men and women’s brains react differently to concussions and minor head injuries, using data from ice hockey players to help create better ways to prevent and treat these injuries based on whether someone is male or female.
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Developing a new brain modeling engine using electric charge density
This study is working on a new way to create detailed models of the brain that could help doctors better understand and treat neurological conditions, making the process faster and more accurate for patients.
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Investigating how RNA modifications affect egg quality in worms.
This study is looking at how changes to RNA in eggs can affect their quality as women age, using tiny worms to find out which enzymes help make these changes, so we can better understand what impacts fertility and healthy embryo development.
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How heart valves can be engineered to better integrate with the body
This study is looking at how the conditions inside artificial heart valves can help or hinder the body’s own cells from attaching and growing in them, which is important for making sure these valves work well after being implanted.
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Investigating how stress affects cell behavior through unique protein and RNA structures
This study is looking at special structures in cells that form when they are under stress, like from UV light, to see how they work and how they might be involved in diseases, helping us understand how our cells cope with tough situations.
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Understanding how certain cells move and behave in tissues related to cancer and development
This study is looking at how certain cells that are in a special state can help tissues move and change, which is important for understanding cancer and healing, and it aims to find out how these cells work together in different situations to improve treatments for cancer and help with tissue repair.
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How heart valves can be engineered to better integrate with the body
This study is looking at how the way artificial heart valves are made and how they move in the body affects how well the body's cells can attach and grow on them, with the goal of making these valves work better for patients.
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Understanding how alternative splicing affects protein interactions
This study is looking at how different versions of proteins, created by a process called alternative splicing, work in our bodies, which could help us understand their role in health and diseases.
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Mindfulness plus AI to personalize care for chronic low back pain
Using AI and wearable and survey data to find which adults with chronic low back pain are likely to benefit from a mindfulness-based program.
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Understanding how Fontan obstruction affects quality of life and exercise in patients with single ventricle heart defects
This study is looking at how the Fontan surgery affects people with single ventricle heart defects over time, focusing on how changes in heart structure and function relate to their quality of life and ability to stay active.
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Creating advanced tools for locating brain activity using EEG and MEG technology
This study is working on new tools to quickly and accurately track brain activity using special equipment, which could help doctors better understand how patients with mental health conditions respond to treatments and improve their care.
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A new device to monitor oxygen levels in newborns
This study is testing a new wearable device that helps keep an eye on important oxygen levels in newborns with breathing issues after they leave the hospital, making it easier for parents to monitor their little ones at home and improve their chances of staying healthy.
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Creating strong living scaffolds using 3D bioprinting technology
This study is exploring new ways to create strong, living structures that can help heal damaged muscles and bones, using special materials and cells, so that patients with injuries or conditions affecting their movement can have better treatment options.
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New method to improve imaging of fetal aorta for heart defects
This study is working on a new way to better see and understand blood flow in the fetal aorta using regular ultrasound, which could help doctors spot heart problems in babies before they are born.
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Using machine learning to improve mindfulness treatment for chronic low back pain
This study is looking at how machine learning can help figure out which people with chronic low back pain might get the most benefit from mindfulness-based stress reduction, so we can tailor treatments to help manage their pain better.
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Using advanced imaging to identify aggressive prostate cancer
This study is testing a new, gentle imaging method to help find and keep an eye on prostate cancer more accurately, making it easier for men to get the right care without the drawbacks of current tests.
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Understanding how G proteins affect the development of cilia in neurons related to neurodevelopmental disorders
This study is looking at how a special protein called RIC-8 helps shape tiny hair-like structures called cilia in nerve cells, which are important for brain development, and it could help us understand more about conditions that affect how the brain grows and works.
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How the body’s cells interact with engineered heart valves
This study is looking at how the surroundings of artificial heart valves affect how the body's cells attach and grow on them, with the goal of making these valves work better for patients.
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Using leaf-based scaffolds to help heal skin wounds
This study is testing a new treatment made from decellularized leaves to help heal severe skin injuries like burns and traumatic wounds by encouraging faster healing and reducing swelling, giving patients a better option for recovery.
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Supporting diversity in biomedical engineering through mentorship.
This study is all about helping people from underrepresented backgrounds, especially those with disabilities and from the Black community, get into biomedical engineering by offering them mentorship and support to make sure they have the resources they need to succeed.
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Developing a smart catheter to improve blood clot removal in stroke treatment
This study is testing a new smart catheter that helps doctors remove blood clots during stroke treatment by giving them real-time information about how the procedure is going, making it safer and more effective for patients.
Quick answers
How many clinical trials run by Worcester Polytechnic Institute are recruiting right now?
1, 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 Germany. Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
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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