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Research and Clinical Trials
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UCLA conducts research for a wide range of medical disorders and offers patients opportunities to participate in research and clinical trials.
Visit our Office of Clinical Trials website for more information about clinical trials.
Below are some featured trials at UCLA. Click here for a PDF of these trials. You may also visit the links to the right for additional trials from our clinical departments.
Adolescent Food Cravings Research Study
UCLA Center for Human Nutrition is seeking volunteers between the age of 13 to 19 years, and are overweight, to study a gene which may be contributing to obesity. Participants will be asked to have their blood drawn for genetic testing, complete questionnaires and be observed when eating in a clinical setting in the morning.
INFO: (310) 206-8292 or jyeh@mednet.ucla.edu
UCLA Aftercare Research
The Aftercare Research at the Jane and Terry Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior at UCLA provides free treatment and assessments for participants in a clinical research study that is designed to improve the understanding of psychotic disorders and to develop more effective treatments. An initial diagnostic interview will determine a patient’s eligibility. The study will include individual case management, group therapy, and the antipsychotic medication risperidone. Family members of patients will be invited to join family psychoeducational meetings. An initial period on risperidone is a requirement of this study, so a change of medication may be needed.
INFO: Aftercare@mednet.ucla.edu , luana@ucla.edu or (310) 206-3142
Early Detection of Alzheimer's Disease Study
The UCLA Alzheimer's Disease Research Center is conducting a project focused on detecting early signs of Alzheimer's disease. People with memory complaints ages 50 years and older are encouraged to participate. Study procedures will include a memory assessment, a blood draw, an MRI, two PET scans and an optional lumbar puncture over three to four visits. This study is designed to improve early diagnostic techniques and treatment monitoring. Subjects will be compensated for participation and receive clinically relevant results of assessments.
INFO: (310) 206-7392
End Stage Alzheimer's Disease Research
UCLA researchers are looking for persons with end-stage Alzheimer's disease to improve early diagnosis of dementia. All procedures can be scheduled within one visit to UCLA. Caregiver must accompany subject and provide autopsy consent. Subjects will be compensated for participation and receive MRI and lab results.
INFO: (310) 206-7392
Child Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Study
Does your child have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? Does he/she: Have recurring thoughts that make no sense, but makes him/ her feel bad? Wash excessively or have fear of touching “contaminated” things? Check and double-check more than necessary? Have to do things over and over again?
UCLA Research Study for kids and teens 8-17 with OCD is studying non-medication Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and the brain in OCD. Eligible participants will receive 14 weeks free treatment with Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy, MRI Brain Scans, and Electroencephalogram (EEG) recordings.
INFO: (310) 206-1350 or ocdinfo@ucla.edu
Child Anxiety Study
Does your child have an anxiety disorder? Does he/she: Worry excessively about lots of everyday things? Have significant fears of being embarrassed in social situations? Get overly anxious when separated from their parents?
UCLA Research Study for kids and teens 8-17 with anxiety is studying non-medication Attention Training Treatment for child anxiety disorders. Eligible participants will receive 4 weeks of a novel computer-based treatment for anxiety along with free diagnostic and cognitive assessments. Parents of eligible youth will also receive 4 weeks of the same treatment to study how parent participation may help improve child anxiety.
INFO: (310) 825-2064
Late-life Depression
The UCLA Geriatric Psychiatry Program is conducting an early phase 12-week research study to compare the effects of two FDAapproved medications, vilazodone and paroxetine, for the treatment of geriatric depression. Participants must be 60 years or older and experiencing symptoms of depression.
This study is for those who are suffering from feelings of depression, sadness, hopelessness, memory loss, concentration difficulties, lack of energy, or loss of interest and pleasure in activities. All participants will be given a study drug, either vilazodone or paroxetine. A complete psychiatric evaluation will be provided. Subjects will not be charged for participation and will be compensated. If you are interested in participating, please contact us to schedule an appointment or to find out more.
INFO: (310) 983-3375
UCLA Down Syndrome and Alzheimer's Disease Study
The UCLA Longevity Center is currently enrolling adults with Down syndrome (DS) ages 40 and older to study the correlation between DS and Alzheimer's disease. Study procedures will include a memory assessment, a neurological evaluation, a blood draw, an MRI, and two PET scans over three to four visits. Subjects will be compensated for participation and receive clinically relevant results of assessments.
INFO: (310) 206-7392 or (310) 825-0545
Cognitive Rehabilitation Study
Were you recently treated for breast cancer? Do you feel that you have problems with memory and concentration since your breast cancer treatments? This research study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a rehabilitation group intervention program for breast cancer survivors who are complaining of memory loss and concentration associated with cancer treatments.
INFO: (310) 825-2520
Dental Implant Screening
You're invited to learn about this alternative to dentures by making an appointment for a dental implant screening. By appointment only. Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. WHERE: Straumann Surgical Dental Clinic, UCLA School of Dentistry, B-level, 10833 Le Conte Avenue, Los Angeles
INFO: (310) 206-1319
Caring for Your Teeth
Are you in need of a “dental home” to care for all your oral health needs? For quality, affordable dental care, make a new patient screening appointment at the UCLA Dental Clinics. Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Friday 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. By appointment only. WHERE: General Clinic, UCLA School of Dentistry, 10833 Le Conte Ave., UCLA
INFO: (310) 206-3904 or dentistry.ucla.edu/patient-care
Diabetes REWIND Study
UCLA Center for Human Nutrition is looking for volunteers, 50 years of age, and are (or may be) at risk for heart disease or stroke, for clinical research study to evaluate an investigational drug given once-weekly to study the effects on heart disease and stroke in people with type 2 diabetes. Enrollment is currently open and ongoing until the study is filled.
INFO: (310) 825-0453 or (310) 825-5517
Dietary Supplement Research on Memory
This project is designed to study the effects of the dietary supplement curcumin on agerelated cognitive impairment. In particular, the study seeks to determine the effects of curcumin on cognitive decline and on the amount of abnormal amyloid protein in the brain. People with memory complaints ages 50 to 90 are encouraged to participate. This study involves eight visits over the course of 18 months. Subjects will be compensated for participation and receive clinically relevant results of assessments.
INFO: (310) 825-0545
Pomegranate Research
The UCLA Longevity Center is researching pomegranate extract to determine whether it benefits cognitive abilities in healthy older adults, ages 50 to 75. This study involves seven visits to UCLA over the course of 12-13 months. Subjects will be compensated for participation and receive clinically relevant results of assessments.
INFO: (310) 206-1319
Rheumatoid Arthritis in Older Adults
For those who are suffering from chronic pain, inflammation and fatigue, UCLA is conducting a 12-week research study using milnacipran for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and related pain. If you are 55 years of age or older and not currently receiving any medical treatment with effective medications, you may qualify. Medical and psychiatric evaluations and limited physical exams are provided as a part of the study. Evaluation and study drug are provided at no charge.
INFO: (310) 794-4619 or (310) 794-9523
For more information about Clinical Trials offered to cancer patients, visit:
www.cancer.ucla.edu/clinical-trials or call UCLA jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center (JCCC) Clinical Trials Hotline at (888) 798-0719.
