Developing at-home taVNS for neurorehabilitation in Parkinson's Disease

Date Added
May 19th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149153
Researcher
Daniel Lench

List of Studies

Keywords
Parkinsons
Summary

This study is designed to explore a new treatment option for motor symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease. Motor symptoms and gait disturbance for Parkinson's are often disabling and can increase risk of falls and requce quality of life. We are testing whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) is tolerable, acceptable and can be administered at-home and used to improve symptoms of Parkinson's disease. TaVNS delivers electrical impulses through the skin of the ear to the vagus nerve which research has shown modulates brain activity. The purpose of this research is to see whether this treatment approach is feasible, tolerable and and potentially effective at treating the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. If successful, this research study will hopefully lead to a larger study in the future where the efficacy of the treatments can be studied.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Emily Laramie
8437923873
laramie@musc.edu

Open-Label Extension Study to Evaluate the Long-Term Safety and Efficacy of SPN-812 for the Treatment of Pediatric Patients with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

Date Added
May 15th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00146615
Researcher
Stephen Stripling

List of Studies

Keywords
ADD/ADHD, Children's Health
Summary

Study 812P310 is a multicenter, open-label extension study aimed to assess long-term safety and efficacy of SPN-812 in the treatment of ADHD in pediatric subjects who have participated in a previous blinded study of SPN-812.

All subjects who complete a blinded study of SPN-812 will have the option to participate in the OLE study in which all subjects receive SPN-812 (Study Medication, SM). Starting dose, dose range, and dose adjustments are all based on which double blind study the subject completed and, if applicable, the current age of the subject (Table 1). A subject who completed Study 812P202, 812P301 or 812P303, enters this OLE study at age 11 years, and then turns 12 while still in the study, their upper potential dose limit will then be raised from 400 mg to 600 mg and titration may occur at either 100 or 200 mg/week, as specified for the 12-17 year-old age group.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Sydney Horton
843.473.6616
syh206@musc.edu

Patient-Oriented Research and Mentoring on Mechanisms of Human Disease Immunopathogenesis

Date Added
May 13th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149562
Researcher
Wei Jiang

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Keywords
Brain, Dental, Mental Health, Substance Use
Summary

In the current study, we will recruit individuals using addictive drugs (cocaine, cannabis, opioids, or methamphetamine) and non-drug use control individuals. The study participants will fill out questionnaires, consent, and donate samples (urine, saliva, nasal swab, and blood). These samples will be used to study the causes of unhealthy conditions during drug uses. Our goal is to prevent or treat the drug-associated unhealthy conditions (i.e., anxiety, memory impairment).

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Wei Jiang
843-876-2457 (Office) or 843-810-0209 (Cell)
jianw@musc.edu

A Randomized Phase 2 Trial of Fruquintinib and TAS-102 as Compared to Fruquintinib in Patients with Refractory Advanced/Metastatic Microsatellite Stable Colorectal Cancer

Date Added
May 13th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00148336
Researcher
Toros Dincman

List of Studies

Keywords
Cancer, Drug Studies, Men's Health, Women's Health
Summary

The purpose of this study is to evaluate investigational treatments (study drug) for locally advanced/metastatic colorectal cancer. This study seeks to see if Fruquintinib in combination with TAS-102 improves overall survival when compared to Fruquintinib alone.The goal is to determine the optimal dose level, safety, and tolerability for the study drug.Treatment for this study may be up to 3 years. The procedures include blood and urine samples, questionnaires, infusions, and CT scans. Risks include high blood pressure, diarrhea, vomiting, reduced appetite, weight loss, hoarse voice, joint pain, and weakness. You may or may not receive a direct benefit from participating in this trial, however, information learned from the trial may help other people in the future.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
HCC Clinical Trials Office
843-792-9321
hcc-clinical-trials@musc.edu

Defining the Molecular and Radiologic Phenotype of Progressive RA Interstitial Lung Disease (MOUNTAIN)

Date Added
May 12th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00150785
Researcher
Aravind Menon

List of Studies

Keywords
Arthritis, Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
Summary

The overall objective of this proposal is to identify patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis-Interstitial Lung Disease (RA-ILD) that are at the highest risk for progressive disease at the time of diagnosis. Our central hypothesis is that novel quantitative imaging and specific blood markers will be associated with progressive RA-ILD. Approximately 80 subjects will be enrolled from MUSC and participation with last up to 2 years.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Zerlinna Teague
843-792-0965
recruitment@musc.edu

Parent-Teen Conversations About Alcohol and Marijuana

Date Added
May 12th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149625
Researcher
Estephan Hakim

List of Studies

Keywords
Substance Use
Summary

This study examines how parents and adolescents communicate about alcohol and marijuana during mid-to-late adolescence, a period marked by rising substance use risk. Although many parents want to reduce harm, they often receive unclear guidance, and what parents intend to convey may not align with what adolescents perceive. Building on prior work showing that alcohol-specific communication is multidimensional and meaningfully linked to youth drinking outcomes, this study surveys parent–adolescent dyads (ages 15–18) to assess the content, frequency, and perception of substance-related conversations. The study also extends prior research by directly comparing parent and youth reports to identify alignment and discrepancies in communication. In addition, it addresses a major gap by characterizing marijuana-specific parental communication, which remains understudied despite increasing adolescent use. Finally, the study tests whether parents' trauma histories, particularly trauma involving substance use, shape how and what parents communicate to their children about alcohol and marijuana.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Estephan Hakim
(205) 616-4698
hakim@musc.edu

Patient Perspectives on Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) in Acute Medical Settings

Date Added
May 12th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00145318
Researcher
Joshua Moran Jimenez

List of Studies

Keywords
Substance Use
Summary

This study aims to better understand the experiences and perspectives of people with opioid use disorder (OUD) who have recently been hospitalized for a medical condition. Participants will complete a brief, confidential survey about their views on medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), including barriers to starting treatment, factors that support treatment decisions, and what information they find most helpful. Individuals who meet eligibility criteria will be invited to participate. The information collected will help identify what patients need and prefer when making decisions about MOUD during a hospital stay. Findings from this study will guide the design of a future intervention that reflects patient identified needs and priorities.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Joshua Moran Jimenez
843-792-9182
moranjo@musc.edu

LiveWell mBC: Pilot Test of an Adapted Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills Training Program in Groups of Women Living With Metastatic Breast Cancer

Date Added
May 8th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149650
Researcher
Kelly Hyland

List of Studies

Keywords
Cancer/Breast, Mental Health, Stage IV
Summary

LiveWell mBC is a group-based skills training program for women with metastatic breast cancer (mBC). The program teaches skills from dialectical behavioral therapy, an evidence-based psychotherapy, that have been adapted specifically to help women live as well as possible, with metastatic breast cancer. LiveWell mBC involves meeting with a small group of women with mBC plus two skills trainers 9 times total via telemedicine. Meetings include orientation plus 8 sessions learning and practicing skills including mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness and they last 90 minutes each. We are interested in seeing whether the program can help women to balance their emotions and better manage distress (e.g., anxiety, sadness) and symptoms (e.g., fatigue, breathlessness, pain) that can be common when living with mBC.

Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. They will have a 2 in 3 chance of being assigned to LiveWell mBC (experimental group) and a 1 in 3 chance of being assigned to Usual Care (control group). Women in the usual care group will continue to receive their standard oncology care. Participants in both groups will complete questionnaires four times total. Participants may be invited to participate in an exit interview about their experience. Participants will be compensated for completing questionnaires and the interview. For most people, participation will last approximately 4 months.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Kathryn Moody
843-792-9698
moodykat@musc.edu

Neural and Behavioral Dynamics During Neurorehabilitation

Date Added
May 7th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149437
Researcher
Nathan Rowland

List of Studies


Keywords
Brain, Physical Therapy, Spinal Cord, Stroke, Stroke Recovery
Summary

This research study aims to better understand how the brain and body change during physical or occupational therapy after a neurologic injury or condition. Adults who are already receiving outpatient neurorehabilitation will be invited to participate while they complete their regular therapy sessions. During therapy, participants will wear a lightweight cap that measures brain activity and will be video recorded so researchers can analyze movement patterns using computer software. These recordings do not change therapy activities and are for research purposes only. The study does not involve new treatments, medications, or procedures beyond standard care. Information collected may help researchers understand why recovery differs between individuals and improve future rehabilitation approaches.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
M S Zobaer
832-955-7191
zobaer@musc.edu

Evaluating the Feasibility of a Modular Transdiagnostic Intervention for Traumatic Bereavement

Date Added
May 5th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00150639
Researcher
Jamison Bottomley

List of Studies

Keywords
Mental Health, Psychiatry
Summary

This study is testing a new therapy called GRIEF Approach (Grief Recovery with Individualized Evidence-Based Formulation) to help adults who have lost a loved one to a sudden or violent death, such as suicide, homicide, drug overdose, or car crash. Many people who experience this type of loss develop depression, post-traumatic stress, and/or prolonged grief, and current treatments often fail to address all of these symptoms together. GRIEF Approach is a flexible, individualized therapy that combines evidence-based strategies to address traumatic stress, grief, and depression within a single treatment. The primary goal of this study is not to test whether the therapy works, but to evaluate whether it is feasible and acceptable to patients and therapists. Participants will complete mood and symptom questionnaires at the start of the study, weekly during treatment, and one month after treatment ends. Participants will also provide feedback on their experience with the therapy through questionnaires and brief interviews. Findings from this study will be used to refine the treatment and study procedures in preparation for a larger clinical trial.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Jamison Bottomley
8436331850
bottomle@musc.edu



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