What is Study Search?

StudySearch is an online listing of research studies that are seeking volunteers at Washington University School of Medicine. Participating in a clinical study is a rare opportunity to make a great contribution to humanity. The information scientists gain through medical research helps to improve medical care for everyone.  

Recently Added Studies?

Light therapy for OCD

The purpose of this study is to examine whether morning bright light improves symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in young adults with OCD and late bedtimes.

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Sleep, Mental Health and Pain in Anemia

This research study aims to improve our understanding of how sleep patterns, mental health, cognitive performance, and pain are related to one another in patients with anemia.

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Uterine peristalsis imaging

The primary purpose of this study is to characterize the electrical activity of uterine contraction patterns in non-pregnant women during different phases of the menstrual cycle.

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Sing for your Saunter (SFYS)

This is a music-based walking program to improve walking abilities among people living with Parkinson's.

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Prescribed Fire Smoke

This study will examine pregnant and parenting women's perceptions and response to the potential issues posed by smoke from prescribed fires.

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Featured Studies

Community-Associated Drug-Resistant Microbes Study

The purpose of this study is to learn more about drug-resistant microbes in the community (including how often people have them, who is most likely to have them, and places in the home where they may be present).

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Brain Biomechanics Measurement

The purpose of the study is to examine how the brain moves in response to skull motion.

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Chronic Venous thrombosis Relief with Adjunctive Catheter-Directed Therapy (C-TRACT)

The C-TRACT Study is comparing two treatment strategies for patients with leg symptoms following a blood clot diagnosis, such as post thrombotic syndrome (PTS) or deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

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