There are currently 208 clinical trials in Worcester, Massachusetts looking for participants to engage in research studies. Trials are conducted at various facilities, including University of Massachusetts Medical School, UMass Memorial Medical Center, University of Massachusetts Memorial Medical Center and UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus. Whether you're a healthy volunteer looking to participate in paid medical research or seeking trials related to a specific condition, the city provides a diverse range of opportunities near you.
Using a Contact Dermatitis Model With Biologic Medications to Study Skin Inflammation
NCT05535738
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to answer: how do inflammation and anti-inflammatory skin therapies work in the skin? Inflammation is a protective response from the body's immune system to injury, disease, or irritation. It is a process by which your body's white blood cells and the things they make protect you from infection from outside invaders such as bacteria and viruses.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
06/02/2025
Locations: University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts
Conditions: Skin Inflammation, Allergic Contact Dermatitis
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A Study of Dostarlimab vs Placebo After Chemoradiation in Adult Participants With Locally Advanced Unresected Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma
NCT06256588
Recruiting
The goal of this study is to assess the safety and effectiveness of Dostarlimab compared to Placebo in adult participants with HNSCC (Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma)
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
05/28/2025
Locations: GSK Investigational Site, Worcester, Massachusetts
Conditions: Neoplasms, Head and Neck
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Prevention/Reduction of ASRs and PTSD to Sustain Civilian Performance With Sublingual Cyclobenzaprine HCl (TNX-102 SL)
NCT06636786
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This study will examine the safety and efficacy of TNX-102 SL to reduce ASR symptoms and behavioral changes among patients presenting to the emergency department (ED) after motor vehicle collision (MVC). Specifically, the investigators will perform the Optimizing Acute Stress reaction Interventions with TNX-102 SL (OASIS) Trial, a double-blind placebo-controlled randomized clinical trial (RCT) to determine if TNX-102 SL initiated in the ED in the hours after MVC to high risk individuals, treats/... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 55 years
Trial Updated:
05/28/2025
Locations: University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School (Umass Memorial Medical Center), Worcester, Massachusetts
Conditions: Acute Stress Reaction, Acute Stress Disorder, Neurocognitive Function, Post-traumatic Stress
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MagicTouch™Sirolimus-Coated Balloon for Treatment of Coronary Artery Lesions in Small Vessels
NCT06271590
Recruiting
This is a multicenter, randomized, single-blind pivotal study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the MagicTouchTM Drug coated balloon in treatment of small vessels in patients with coronary artery disease. The objective is to establish the safety and efficacy of the Magic TouchTM Drug coated balloon in treatment of small vessels (≤2.75 mm). A total of 1605 subjects will be enrolled in a maximum of 50 study sites located in North America. Additional sites located in Europe and South America... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 80 years
Trial Updated:
05/22/2025
Locations: University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts
Conditions: Coronary Artery Disease, Native Coronary Artery Stenosis, Cardiovascular Diseases
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ShotBlocker During Intramuscular Injection Randomized Control Trial
NCT06624176
Recruiting
The objective of this trial is to evaluate the effect of Bionix ShotBlocker on pain of injection of the first Hepatitis B vaccine in healthy newborns. ShotBlocker is a pain reducing tool used in babies, children, and adults for injections. Swaddling during the injection and administration of oral sucrose prior to the injection are established standards of care for painful procedures in neonates. The investigators hypothesize that the use of ShotBlocker in addition to swaddling and oral sucrose a... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 37 weeks and 42 weeks
Trial Updated:
05/19/2025
Locations: UMass Memorial Medical Center- Memorial Campus, Worcester, Massachusetts
Conditions: Neonatal Pain
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Tailoring Therapy in Post-surgical Patients With Low-risk Endometrial Cancer
NCT06388018
Recruiting
This phase II trial tests how well tailoring therapy in post-surgery works in patients with low-risk endometrial cancer. The usual approach for patients with low-risk endometrial cancer is treatment with surgery. In this study, tissue that is removed as part of the surgical procedure is analyzed in the pathology laboratory to help guide the doctor to decide whether or not additional treatment such as radiation and or chemotherapy should be recommended.
Gender:
FEMALE
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
05/15/2025
Locations: UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Division, Worcester, Massachusetts
Conditions: Stage I Uterine Corpus Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma AJCC V8, Stage II Uterine Corpus Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma AJCC V8, Stage III Uterine Corpus Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma AJCC V8
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Effects of Erector Spinae Plane Block on Postoperative Pain Following Lumbar Fusion Surgery
NCT06528288
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to determine if the method for injecting local anesthesia affects patients' pain and opioid usage after surgery. The investigators will compare subcutaneous anesthesia, injections of anesthesia under the skin, to a method called erector spinae plane block (ESPB). An ESPB injection involves placing local anesthesia along the muscles and bones in the back, using a special type of x-ray called fluoroscopy for guidance. The Investigators will use patient reported outcome... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
05/15/2025
Locations: UMass Chan Medical School/UMass Memorial Medical Center, Worcester, Massachusetts
Conditions: Fusion of Spine, Lumbar Region, Anesthesia, Local, Pain, Postoperative, Opioid Use
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Metabolic Effects of Adjunctive Lumateperone Treatment in Clozapine-Treated Patients With Schizophrenia
NCT06174116
Recruiting
The main question this study is trying to answer is whether lumateperone, an FDA-approved antipsychotic drug, can help reduce possible side effects of clozapine, such as weight gain and elevated levels of sugar and bad cholesterol. Participants will be randomly assigned to either take lumateperone (Caplyta) or a placebo for 12 weeks, in addition to their regularly prescribed clozapine. During their participation, patients will answer questions about their psychiatric and daily functioning, have... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 65 years
Trial Updated:
05/15/2025
Locations: UMass Chan Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts
Conditions: Schizophrenia, Schizo Affective Disorder
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A Study of an Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) Candidate Vaccine, mRNA-1195, in 18- to 55-Year-Old Healthy Participants
NCT05831111
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and reactogenicity of mRNA-1195 in healthy participants.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 55 years
Trial Updated:
05/06/2025
Locations: University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts
Conditions: Epstein-Barr Virus Infection
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A Longitudinal Observational Study of Patients Undergoing Therapy for IMISC
NCT03661866
Recruiting
TARGET-DERM is a longitudinal, observational study of adult and pediatric patients being managed for Atopic Dermatitis and other Immune-Mediated Inflammatory Skin Conditions (IMISC) in usual clinical practice. TARGET-DERM will create a research registry of patients with IMISC within academic and community real-world practices in order to assess the safety and effectiveness of current and future therapies.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
All
Trial Updated:
05/02/2025
Locations: University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts
Conditions: Atopic Dermatitis, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Vitiligo, Psoriasis, Alopecia Areata, Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria
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The Periviable GOALS Decision Support Tool
NCT05264779
Recruiting
The Periviable GOALS (Getting Optimal Alignment around Life Support) decision support tool (DST) is meant to facilitate informed shared decision-making regarding neonatal resuscitation for families facing the threat of a periviable delivery (deliveries occurring between 22 0/7 - 25 6/7 weeks gestational age). It is designed for parents to review independent of their clinician, and is intended to supplement, not replace, clinician counseling. The focus of the DST is the provision of patient-cente... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
04/30/2025
Locations: University of Massachusetts, Worcester, Massachusetts
Conditions: Pregnancy Preterm, Premature Birth, Pregnancy Complications, Obstetric Labor, Premature, Obstetric Labor Complications
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Promoting Early Intervention Timing and Attention to Language
NCT05853861
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The proposed study (PETAL: Promoting Early intervention Timing and Attention to Language) aims to determine the timing of intervention among infants with Increased Likelihood for Autism (ILA; at risk for autism by virtue of having an older sibling with autism) on communication and language outcomes at 24 months. Results of this study will determine when (9 vs 12 vs 15 months), and based on which measures (brain, language, or their combination) to augment parental support with a specialized paren... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 6 months and 8 months
Trial Updated:
04/29/2025
Locations: University of Massachusetts Medical Center, Worcester, Massachusetts
Conditions: MONITOR, COACH
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