UW Clinical Trials Institute
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The UW Clinical Trials Institute supports #clinicaltrials participants and #clinicalresearch professionals to advance discovery and help improve #health in #Wisconsin and beyond.
Study: Most dermabrasion trials don't report the race of participants, limiting the generalizability of study results. buff.ly/YmDso8a via @medpagetoday.com #dermatology #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
Most Dermabrasion Trials Don't Report Race of Participants
Only about 20% of studies analyzed reported on race or skin color
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November 6, 2025 at 1:24 AM
Study: Most dermabrasion trials don't report the race of participants, limiting the generalizability of study results. buff.ly/YmDso8a via @medpagetoday.com #dermatology #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
Stronger #biotech funding, fewer trial cancellations, and faster study startup have all led to a surge in global clinical trial initiations in 2025. buff.ly/nog7meb via Clinical Trials Arena #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
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November 5, 2025 at 1:14 AM
Stronger #biotech funding, fewer trial cancellations, and faster study startup have all led to a surge in global clinical trial initiations in 2025. buff.ly/nog7meb via Clinical Trials Arena #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
Despite #AI's initial shortcomings, #regulatory professionals can help adopt the technology for their organizations in a safe and responsible manner. buff.ly/eTjXZTC via Regulatory Focus #clinicaltrials
Embrace AI in regulatory, but ensure humans are ‘in the loop’, experts say
ROTTERDAM, NETHERLANDS @ A panel of experts at RAPS@ European Digital Technology and Software Conference on Thursday urged regulatory professionals to embrace artificial intelligence (AI). They said…
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November 4, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Despite #AI's initial shortcomings, #regulatory professionals can help adopt the technology for their organizations in a safe and responsible manner. buff.ly/eTjXZTC via Regulatory Focus #clinicaltrials
A systematic review of 511 studies showed that #immunization against COVID-19, RSV, and influenza was safe and effective in people of all ages. buff.ly/SDoPaLv via @medpagetoday.com #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
Large Review Backs Safety, Effectiveness of COVID, Flu, and RSV Shots
The 511-study analysis is at odds with recent HHS recommendations
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October 31, 2025 at 11:33 PM
A systematic review of 511 studies showed that #immunization against COVID-19, RSV, and influenza was safe and effective in people of all ages. buff.ly/SDoPaLv via @medpagetoday.com #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
#FDA proposes ending testing for biosimilars, which are lower-cost versions of complex biologic medicines. buff.ly/JYiRNe1 via @medcitynews.com #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
FDA Proposes Dropping Clinical Trial Requirements to Bring Biosimilars to Market More Quickly - MedCity News
Generic drugs don’t need lengthy clinical trials to support a submission seeking FDA approval. The regulator now proposes ending this testing requirement for biosimilars, products that reference…
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October 31, 2025 at 12:20 AM
#FDA proposes ending testing for biosimilars, which are lower-cost versions of complex biologic medicines. buff.ly/JYiRNe1 via @medcitynews.com #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
UK researchers have analyzed over 150 #clinicaltrials to compare the side effects of dozens of antidepressants. buff.ly/QgIT9bo via @npr.org #mentalhealth #drug
Antidepressant side effects differ greatly depending on the drug, study finds
Millions of Americans take antidepressants. And like all medication, they come with side effects. Researchers studied 30 different antidepressants and found side effects vary from drug to drug.
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October 29, 2025 at 12:14 AM
UK researchers have analyzed over 150 #clinicaltrials to compare the side effects of dozens of antidepressants. buff.ly/QgIT9bo via @npr.org #mentalhealth #drug
Two recent European studies suggest that #cannabis might be an effective treatment, with fewer side effects, for back pain. buff.ly/Atmkr9e via @npr.org #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
Cannabis blunts back pain in 2 new studies
Millions of Americans use weed to treat chronic pain, but there's little high quality research on whether it works. New findings suggest it can be effective for low back pain, on par with opioids.
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October 27, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Two recent European studies suggest that #cannabis might be an effective treatment, with fewer side effects, for back pain. buff.ly/Atmkr9e via @npr.org #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
Preliminary research shows that some #cancer patients lived longer if they received the #COVID19 vaccine within 100 days of starting treatment. buff.ly/f8LRGlW via @apnews.com #clinicaltrials
COVID-19 vaccines may help some cancer patients fight tumors
The most widely used COVID-19 vaccines may offer a surprise benefit for some cancer patients by boosting their immune systems to help fight tumors.
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October 23, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Preliminary research shows that some #cancer patients lived longer if they received the #COVID19 vaccine within 100 days of starting treatment. buff.ly/f8LRGlW via @apnews.com #clinicaltrials
#AI agents can help with everyday, low-stakes research tasks. buff.ly/DLiag4H via @nature.com #clinicalresearch #technology
How AI agents will change research: a scientist’s guide
Researchers are increasingly turning to artificial-intelligence tools that can handle complex, multi-step processes.
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October 10, 2025 at 12:20 AM
#AI agents can help with everyday, low-stakes research tasks. buff.ly/DLiag4H via @nature.com #clinicalresearch #technology
Recent changes at the #FDA have changed the circumstances for #raredisease drug development, but this remains an area of opportunity for biotech companies. buff.ly/TBuTXiS via Clinical Trials Arena #clinicaltrials
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October 7, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Recent changes at the #FDA have changed the circumstances for #raredisease drug development, but this remains an area of opportunity for biotech companies. buff.ly/TBuTXiS via Clinical Trials Arena #clinicaltrials
The #FDA recently issued product-specific guidance for generic #drug development. buff.ly/M3aB8Wl #clinicaltrials
Product-Specific Guidances for Generic Drug Development
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October 3, 2025 at 12:20 AM
The #FDA recently issued product-specific guidance for generic #drug development. buff.ly/M3aB8Wl #clinicaltrials
Federal #funding cuts have impacted at least 148 #clinicaltrials in the US, affecting over 138k patients. buff.ly/9dhoaJv via @nature.com #clinicalresearch
The damage done - Nature Medicine
When clinical trials are suddenly halted by US funding cuts, there are repercussions for investigators and patients, and they do not stop at borders.
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October 2, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Federal #funding cuts have impacted at least 148 #clinicaltrials in the US, affecting over 138k patients. buff.ly/9dhoaJv via @nature.com #clinicalresearch
Patients with chronic low back pain experienced clinically significant relief when taking an investigational #cannabis extract in a placebo-controlled clinical trial. buff.ly/VO4Pip5 via @medpagetoday.com #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
Cannabis Product Beats Placebo for Common Chronic Pain
Phase III trial shows efficacy, but lacks comparison with other active treatments
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September 30, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Patients with chronic low back pain experienced clinically significant relief when taking an investigational #cannabis extract in a placebo-controlled clinical trial. buff.ly/VO4Pip5 via @medpagetoday.com #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
Fifty years ago, Dr. Carol Baker proposed vaccinating pregnant women to save babies from a deadly microbe. Now, the idea is finally nearing fruition. buff.ly/X76GcYa via @science.org #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
Vaccine given during pregnancy could protect babies from an invisible killer
Shots target group B streptococcus, a little-known microbe that can cause stillbirths and life-threatening disease in infants
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September 26, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Fifty years ago, Dr. Carol Baker proposed vaccinating pregnant women to save babies from a deadly microbe. Now, the idea is finally nearing fruition. buff.ly/X76GcYa via @science.org #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
On this Research Administrators Day, we send a heartfelt THANKS to all of the administrative staff within the #clinicalresearch community @uwmadison.bsky.social and @uwhealth.bsky.social who work tirelessly to move medicine forward via #clinicaltrials innovation in #Wisconsin and beyond!
September 26, 2025 at 12:20 AM
On this Research Administrators Day, we send a heartfelt THANKS to all of the administrative staff within the #clinicalresearch community @uwmadison.bsky.social and @uwhealth.bsky.social who work tirelessly to move medicine forward via #clinicaltrials innovation in #Wisconsin and beyond!
A patient with rheumatoid #arthritis is improving thanks to a surgically implanted device that was recently approved by the #FDA. buff.ly/Ex7PTN8 via @npr.org #clinicaltrials
Rheumatoid arthritis kept her captive. This nerve stimulator set her free
A new surgically implanted device the size of a lima bean can help control rheumatoid arthritis that isn't responding to drugs.
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September 23, 2025 at 11:18 PM
A patient with rheumatoid #arthritis is improving thanks to a surgically implanted device that was recently approved by the #FDA. buff.ly/Ex7PTN8 via @npr.org #clinicaltrials
The #FDA recently approved the administration of a major #cancer drug by injection. It was previously only available via IV. buff.ly/XeqGI7Z via @medpagetoday.bsky.social #clinicaltrials
Blockbuster Cancer Drug Can Now Be Administered More Easily
Approval of subcutaneous pembrolizumab covers existing solid-tumor indications
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September 22, 2025 at 11:02 PM
The #FDA recently approved the administration of a major #cancer drug by injection. It was previously only available via IV. buff.ly/XeqGI7Z via @medpagetoday.bsky.social #clinicaltrials
Researchers found that daily aspirin may reduce the risk of #cancer recurrence by 55% in patients whose colorectal cancer is driven by a genetic mutation. buff.ly/UUcO9F3via @healthday.bluesky.social #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
Daily Aspirin Cuts Colon Cancer Recurrence Risk By Half
THURSDAY, Sept. 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Aspirin can cut by more than half the risk that colon cancer will come back following initial treatment, a new clini
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September 18, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Researchers found that daily aspirin may reduce the risk of #cancer recurrence by 55% in patients whose colorectal cancer is driven by a genetic mutation. buff.ly/UUcO9F3via @healthday.bluesky.social #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
@uwmadison.bsky.social researchers are leading national studies on psilocybin, to determine whether the psychedelic compound could offer lasting relief for #mentalhealth and substance use disorders. buff.ly/7lyzrZj via @wmtvnews.com #psychedelics #clinicaltrials
UW–Madison researchers test psilocybin, the compound in “magic mushrooms,” as new tool in mental health care
In one trial focused on methamphetamine use, participants saw dramatic reductions in use, with some remaining abstinent months later.
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September 15, 2025 at 11:02 PM
@uwmadison.bsky.social researchers are leading national studies on psilocybin, to determine whether the psychedelic compound could offer lasting relief for #mentalhealth and substance use disorders. buff.ly/7lyzrZj via @wmtvnews.com #psychedelics #clinicaltrials
Researchers studying human health often find themselves in need of more, and more-diverse, samples, leading them to biobanks for assistance. buff.ly/1RKCh0j via @nature.com #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
Using biobanks to boost research: a how-to guide
From large national databases to bespoke sample collections, biobanks offer a wealth of avenues for scientific enquiry.
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September 12, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Researchers studying human health often find themselves in need of more, and more-diverse, samples, leading them to biobanks for assistance. buff.ly/1RKCh0j via @nature.com #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch
The development of digital tools and wearable sensors, along with real-time data collection and a growing commitment to patient centricity, has propelled a shift toward decentralized #clinicaltrials. buff.ly/FhlaYi6 via Applied Clinical Trials #clinicalresearch
Reimagining Clinical Trials for Remote Populations | Applied Clinical Trials Online
How decentralized clinical trial designs and smart data integration are transforming the patient experience.
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September 12, 2025 at 3:15 PM
The development of digital tools and wearable sensors, along with real-time data collection and a growing commitment to patient centricity, has propelled a shift toward decentralized #clinicaltrials. buff.ly/FhlaYi6 via Applied Clinical Trials #clinicalresearch
#Clinicaltrials are poised to start as another human receives an experimental pig kidney #transplant. buff.ly/TPjQbDJ via @apnews.com
Another New Hampshire man gets a pig kidney as transplant trials are poised to start
A self-described science nerd is the latest American to get an experimental pig kidney transplant. Doctors at Massachusetts General Hospital announced Monday that Bill Stewart of Dover, New…
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September 12, 2025 at 12:24 AM
#Clinicaltrials are poised to start as another human receives an experimental pig kidney #transplant. buff.ly/TPjQbDJ via @apnews.com
A new study finds that a single dose of LSD may ease anxiety and depression for months. buff.ly/RS0jP9w via @npr.org #mentalhealth #psychedelics #clinicaltrials
'One and done' dose of LSD keeps anxiety at bay
People with generalized anxiety disorder improved significantly after they got a single dose of LSD powerful enough to induce a psychedelic trip.
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September 10, 2025 at 2:15 PM
A new study finds that a single dose of LSD may ease anxiety and depression for months. buff.ly/RS0jP9w via @npr.org #mentalhealth #psychedelics #clinicaltrials
The #FDA recently approved a clinical trial that tests the safety, efficacy, and tolerability of genetically engineered pig kidneys for #transplant in humans. buff.ly/oKJuMUJ via Becker's Hospital Review #clinicaltrials
FDA greenlights trial for pig kidney transplant - Becker's Hospital Review | Healthcare News & Analysis
Mass General Brigham, based in Somerville, Mass., and eGenesis have received FDA approval for a clinical trial testing genetically engineered pig kidneys. The trial will evaluate the safety,…
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September 9, 2025 at 11:18 PM
The #FDA recently approved a clinical trial that tests the safety, efficacy, and tolerability of genetically engineered pig kidneys for #transplant in humans. buff.ly/oKJuMUJ via Becker's Hospital Review #clinicaltrials
The power of #clinicaltrials: Until recently, cardiac amyloidosis was a death sentence, but the advent of new medications has made this disease increasingly manageable. buff.ly/cdOWNKj via @nytimes.com #clinicalresearch
Once a Death Sentence, This Heart Condition Is Finally Treatable
A quiet revolution in care is helping patients with cardiac amyloidosis, a form of heart failure that long stumped doctors.
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September 8, 2025 at 7:15 PM
The power of #clinicaltrials: Until recently, cardiac amyloidosis was a death sentence, but the advent of new medications has made this disease increasingly manageable. buff.ly/cdOWNKj via @nytimes.com #clinicalresearch