Project to combat malnutrition using advanced data analysis

The SAM Project: Science Against Malnutrition Project

Federico II University · NCT06152848

This study is trying to find specific markers in the body that can help understand and treat malnutrition in people who are affected by it.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment2000 (estimated)
Ages0 Years to 85 Years
SexAll
SponsorFederico II University (other)
Locations1 site (Naples)
Trial IDNCT06152848 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

The SAM Project aims to address the global issue of malnutrition, which affects over 2.5 billion people. By integrating multi-omics data from high-throughput technologies, the project seeks to identify specific biomarkers associated with malnutrition. This observational study will collect data and samples from individuals affected by malnutrition and healthy controls to evaluate prognosis and treatment responses. The ultimate goal is to pave the way for personalized precision medicine interventions for those suffering from malnutrition.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include Caucasian individuals aged 0 to 85 years who are affected by malnutrition or are healthy controls matched by age and sex.

Not a fit: Patients who are non-Caucasian or older than 85 years will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this project could lead to more effective and personalized treatments for malnutrition, improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

How similar studies have performed: While the integration of multi-omics data in malnutrition research is a novel approach, similar studies in other fields have shown promising results.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Caucasian ethnicity;
* both sexes;
* age between 0 and 85 years;
* affected by malnutrition due to deficiency or excess in association with other patology and sex- and age-matched healthy controls not affected by malnutrition due to deficiency or excess and any pathology
* Written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Non-Caucasian ethnicity;
* Age \> 85 years.

Where this trial is running

Naples

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Malnutrition

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.