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Role of GABAergic Transmission in Auditory Processing in Autism Spectrum Disorder

Researchers are studying the brain's response to language and sound. This study uses a repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), an investigational form of brain stimulation, to measure how different parts of the brain communicate in teens with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Findings from this study may aid in the development of possible future treatments.

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If you have questions or would like to learn more about this study, contact 833-JOIN-NIH and refer to study 20-M-0159.
Spironolactone for Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

Spironolactone for Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Clinical Center are testing if spironolactone can be used to treat PAH. Spironolactone is a medication that can help with fluid retention, however it may also be beneficial to adults with PAH by controlling inflammation and improving blood vessel function in the lungs.
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If you have questions or would like to learn more about this study, contact 800-411-1222 and refer to study 12-CC-0211.
COVID-19, Chronic Adaptation and Response to Exercise (COVID-CARE): A Randomized Controlled Trial COVID-19 Adaptation and Response to Exercise

COVID-19, Chronic Adaptation and Response to Exercise (COVID-CARE): A Randomized Controlled Trial COVID-19 Adaptation and Response to Exercise (En español)

Researchers at the National Institutes of Health's (NIH) Clinical Center are looking for adult volunteers for a study on whether an aerobic exercise program benefits survivors of COVID-19. (En español)
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If you have questions or would like to learn more about this study, contact 800-411-1222 and refer to study 000102-CC.
Famine from Feast: Linking Vitamin C, Red Blood Cell Fragility, and Diabetes

Famine from Feast: Linking Vitamin C, Red Blood Cell Fragility, and Diabetes

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) researchers are enrolling adult volunteers in a study investigating the role of Vitamin C in red blood cells of patients with type 2 diabetes. Findings may help improve future treatment and care of people with diabetes.
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If you have questions or would like to learn more about this study, contact 800-411-1222 and refer to study 14-DK-0060.
Dietary Behavior Intervention

Dietary Behavior Intervention

The risk of heart disease among African Americans is still common despite a greater understanding of the disease and better approaches to managing it. Healthy cooking and eating patterns can help reduce the risk of heart disease. But things like access to grocery stores and knowledge of good nutrition can affect these healthy patterns. Researchers at The National Institutes of Health want to see if community-based programs can help.
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If you have questions or would like to learn more about this study, contact 800-411-1222 and refer to study 20-CC-0036.
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