Pennsylvania is currently home to 3312 active clinical trials, seeking participants for engagement in research studies. These trials take place at a variety of cities in the state, including Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Hershey and Allentown. Whether you're a healthy volunteer interested in paid medical research or someone seeking trials related to a specific condition, the state offers a diverse array of opportunities in your vicinity.
Angiotensin-(1-7) Cardiovascular Effects in Aging
Recruiting
Aging is an independent risk factor for developing hypertension and cardiovascular disease; however, the mechanisms underlying age-related cardiovascular disease remain poorly understood. One hallmark of aging is an increase in sympathetic nervous system activity, which can decrease the number and/or sensitivity of β2 adrenergic receptors to reduce dilation of blood vessels and increase blood pressure. Identifying new targets to restore vascular β2 adrenergic receptor signaling may help reduce c... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 65 years and 80 years
Trial Updated:
11/03/2024
Locations: Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Aging
fMRI in Postural Tachycardia Syndrome
Recruiting
Postural tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is one of the most common forms of chronic orthostatic intolerance in the United States. This is a disabling disorder characterized by an excessive increase in heart rate upon standing that is accompanied by symptoms such as dizziness and fatigue. One of the most under appreciated and bothersome symptoms of POTS is impaired cognition or "brain fog," which occurs to a level that interferes with daily activities such as work and education. Despite this high imp... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 60 years
Trial Updated:
11/03/2024
Locations: Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Postural Tachycardia Syndrome
Angiotensin-(1-7) and Energy Expenditure in Human Obesity
Recruiting
The objective of this study is to better define the role of the hormone angiotensin-(1-7) in energy balance. We will test the overall hypothesis that angiotensin-(1-7) increases resting energy expenditure and promotes markers of heat production (thermogenesis) in white adipose tissue in human obesity.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 60 years
Trial Updated:
11/03/2024
Locations: Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Obesity
A Multi-Site Clinical Evaluation of the LIAISON NES FLU A/B, RSV & COVID-19 Assay in Symptomatic Patients
Recruiting
The DiaSorin Molecular LIAISON® NES FLU A/B, RSV \& COVID-19 real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) assay is intended for use on the DiaSorin LIAISON® NES instrument for the in-vitro qualitative detection and differentiation of nucleic acid from influenza A, influenza B, RSV and SARS-CoV-2 virus from dry nasal swabs (NS) from human patients with signs and symptoms during the acute phase of respiratory tract infection in conjunction with clinical and epidemiological risk factors. The LIAIS... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
All
Trial Updated:
11/01/2024
Locations: PAS Research - Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Influenza a, Influenza B, RSV, COVID 19
Observational, Passive Surveillance Program to Collect Information on Women and Their Offspring Exposed to MenQuadfi® During Pregnancy, in United States (US)
Recruiting
Primary Objective: To assess maternal, obstetrical, pregnancy, and neonatal and infant outcomes among women vaccinated with MenQuadfi® during pregnancy or in the 30 days preceding their Last Menstrual Period (LMP).
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
All
Trial Updated:
11/01/2024
Locations: Pennsylvania Locations, Swiftwater, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Meningococcal Infection
Neoadjuvant PD-1 Inhibitor Dostarlimab (TSR-042) Vs. Combination of Tim-3 Inhibitor Cobolimab (TSR-022) and PD-1 Inhibitor Dostarlimab (TSR-042) in Melanoma
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to test the effects of anti-PI-1 inhibitor (TSR-042) or anti-PD-1/anti-TIM-3 combination (TSR-042 / TSR-022) in patients with operable melanoma.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
11/01/2024
Locations: UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Melanoma Stage III, Melanoma Stage IV
Genomic and Proteomic Analysis of Disease Progression in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)
Recruiting
The purpose of the study is to identify genetic and biologic markers that may predict the loss of lung function due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. The studies will compare genetic and biologic markers of samples to changes in symptoms. The ultimate goal is to predict if or when patients are likely to experience a rapid decline in lung function due to disease progression.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
10/31/2024
Locations: Michelle F MacPherson, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
Dorothy P. and Richard P. Simmons Center for ILD Research Registry
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to place past, current, and future medical record information into the UPMC Simmons Center for Interstitial Lung Disease Research Registry.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
10/31/2024
Locations: Michelle F MacPherson, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Lung Diseases, Interstitial
Genetic Polymorphisms in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)
Recruiting
The purposes of this study are: * to determine if there are specific genetic traits that might explain why patients have developed pulmonary fibrosis; * to determine if specific genetic traits account for differing patterns of inflammation and scar tissue that has formed in the patient's lungs.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
10/31/2024
Locations: University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Pulmonary Fibrosis
Neuromodulation of Central Sensory Integration to Improve Postural Control
Recruiting
The objective is to evaluate if neuromodulation of the PFC can acutely improve sensory integration for balance performance in OTTBCS.
Gender:
FEMALE
Ages:
Between 60 years and 85 years
Trial Updated:
10/30/2024
Locations: University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Survivorship, Quality of Life, Cognitive Deficits, Mild
Peer Facilitated Waitlist Controlled Transportation Study
Recruiting
The goal of this clinical trial is to test the effectiveness of a peer-facilitated travel intervention in adults with serious mental illnesses. This project aims to address the following hypotheses: 1. Individuals with SMI receiving either of the two peer-mediated travel training transportation interventions will experience an increase in transportation self-efficacy and transportation skills. 2. Participants in the intervention arms will increase their transport utilization, participate in sig... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 65 years
Trial Updated:
10/30/2024
Locations: Pathways To Housing PA, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Serious Mental Illness
Study of Lumateperone as Adjunctive Therapy in the Treatment of Patients With Major Depressive Disorder
Recruiting
This is a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled parallel-group, fixed-dose study in patients with a primary diagnosis of MDD according to criteria of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) who have an inadequate response to ongoing ADT.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 65 years
Trial Updated:
10/30/2024
Locations: Clinical Site, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conditions: Major Depressive Disorder