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?

REACH

The goal of this study is to learn about Stage 4 breast cancer patient's thoughts on how and where they decide to receive their cancer care. We will use a semi-structured interview guide to ask participants questions about their experiences and help future quality improvement initiatives.

A digital intervention to decrease self-stigma among pregnant and postpartum women with opioid use disorder

The purpose of this research study is to gather feedback on an existing mobile app called Enhearten that is designed to support individuals in recovery from opioid use disorder (OUD). We are trying to learn more about the needs of pregnant and postpartum women and people (PPWP) in recovery and get feedback on the ways we could adapt this app for PPWP with OUD.

Knee pain and walking

The purpose of this project is to understand how knee pain influences the way you walk.

AHEAD 3-45 (BAN2401-G000-303)

The AHEAD Study is testing whether an investigational treatment can lower people’s risk of memory loss due to Alzheimer’s disease.

COPD Research Study

This study will evaluate the efficacy and safety of an injectable medication compared with placebo in participants with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who are former or current smokers and have a history of frequent exacerbations.

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).

Brain Biomechanics Measurement

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

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).