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This research investigates the combined effects of two treatments, GI-102 and GIB-7, on key aging processes such as immune system decline, metabolic problems, and gut-brain-muscle axis disruption. The study is a Phase 2a trial called GIANTS-1, focusing on healthy adults and cancer survivors to explore how this combination may influence biological markers related to aging and healthspan extension. GI-102 is given as an intravenous infusion every four weeks and is designed to reactivate the immune system by targeting aging immune cells and inflammation. GIB-7 is an oral synbiotic formula taken daily that supports gut health, circadian rhythm, and muscle function by maintaining gut microbial balance. The study includes a placebo group for comparison and lasts 8 weeks, during which participants receive these treatments to evaluate their combined impact. Participants will undergo various assessments from Day 1 through Week 10, including monitoring changes in immune cells such as natural killer and CD8+ T cells, tracking any side effects or adverse events, and examining lab results for abnormalities. Researchers will measure changes in biomarkers of aging and safety outcomes to understand the effects and tolerability of the combination. The total study period involves treatment administration and follow-up evaluations over approximately 10 weeks.

Researchers are investigating the effects of subcutaneous injections of pentosan polysulfate sodium (PPS) compared with placebo in adults with knee osteoarthritis (OA) pain. This Phase 3, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study aims to evaluate changes in knee pain and function. The study will enroll approximately 466 participants who meet specific clinical and radiographic criteria for knee OA and have experienced pain despite prior treatments. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either PPS at a dose of 2 mg/kg or placebo via subcutaneous injections twice weekly for 6 weeks. The study includes a 7-week screening period, followed by the 6-week treatment phase, and a 52-week follow-up period, totaling up to 64 weeks of participation. An interim analysis will be conducted after about half of the participants complete Day 112, with final analysis after all complete Day 404. Throughout the study, participants will attend visits twice weekly during treatment and every 4 to 6 weeks during follow-up. Researchers will assess knee pain using a daily pain rating scale and monitor changes from baseline up to Day 112. Safety and treatment effects will be evaluated through clinical exams, laboratory tests, and imaging as needed. Participants must adhere to stable non-pharmacologic treatments and limit use of certain medications during the trial.

This is a multicenter, open-label, randomized Phase 2a study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of 83-0060 (Ratutrelvir) and Nirmatrelvir-Ritonavir (Paxlovid) in non-hospitalized symptomatic adult participants with mild to moderate COVID-19.

Researchers are evaluating the effects of KAI-9531, a weekly subcutaneous injection, on body weight changes in adults living with obesity or overweight who also have weight-related health conditions but do not have diabetes. This Phase 3, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study aims to compare KAI-9531 against a placebo to understand its impact on weight reduction over time. Participants will receive either KAI-9531 or a placebo as a subcutaneous injection once a week. The study focuses on the percent change in body weight from the start of treatment to week 76. Both the treatment and placebo groups will be monitored throughout the trial to assess efficacy and safety. During the study, participants will have their body weight measured at baseline and week 76 to track changes. Researchers will also monitor safety and other health factors throughout the trial. The total participation duration includes the treatment period up to week 76, with assessments to evaluate the impact of the injections on weight and related health conditions.

Researchers are evaluating maridebart cafraglutide, a drug given as an addition to standard care, to see if it reduces heart-related problems and deaths better than a placebo in people with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease who are overweight or obese. This phase 3 study focuses on cardiovascular events such as heart attacks, strokes, and deaths related to heart conditions, aiming to improve outcomes in this high-risk population. Participants will receive either maridebart cafraglutide or a placebo, both administered by injection under the skin. The study compares these two groups over a period of up to approximately 35 months, monitoring heart-related health events to assess the drug's impact. The placebo group will receive injections that look identical but contain no active drug, ensuring a double-blind study design. During the study, participants will be regularly evaluated for major cardiovascular events, including heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and death. Researchers will track the time until these events occur to measure the drug's effectiveness. Safety and health will be closely monitored throughout the study period, and participants will be followed for up to nearly three years to gather comprehensive data on cardiovascular outcomes and overall survival.

Researchers are evaluating a new method of delivering Evoke Compound Action Potentials (ECAP)-controlled closed-loop spinal cord stimulation (SCS) using updated software and/or hardware features for people living with chronic pain in the trunk and/or limbs. This feasibility study aims to test and assess the novel treatment delivery with the Evoke SCS System to better understand its potential use for managing chronic pain. Participants will receive the Evoke Spinal Cord Stimulation System, which is a device that provides ECAP-controlled, closed-loop spinal cord stimulation. The study is single-arm and multicenter, focusing on patients who have already undergone or are planning to undergo implantation of the Evoke System within its approved use. The study does not include a comparison group. During the study, researchers will monitor changes in Evoke Compound Action Potentials (ECAPs) using the Evoke SCS System. Participants will be followed for up to two years to assess this primary outcome. Throughout participation, individuals will be asked to comply with study requirements and provide informed consent, with ongoing evaluation to understand the treatment's impact on chronic pain.

Researchers are investigating the effect of olpasiran compared to a placebo in reducing the risk of coronary heart disease death, heart attack, or urgent coronary revascularization in people at risk for their first major cardiovascular event who have elevated lipoprotein(a) levels. This Phase 3 study focuses on participants aged 50 years and older with multiple cardiovascular risk factors or evidence of atherosclerosis. The goal is to understand whether olpasiran can help prevent these serious heart-related events in this population. Participants will receive either olpasiran or a placebo through subcutaneous injections. The study is double-blind and randomized, meaning neither participants nor researchers will know who receives the active drug or placebo. The intervention period and follow-up will continue for up to approximately 6.2 years to monitor the occurrence of major cardiovascular events. During the study, participants will be closely monitored for outcomes including time to coronary heart disease death, myocardial infarction, or urgent coronary revascularization. Regular assessments will be performed to track cardiovascular health and safety. The long observation period aims to ensure thorough evaluation of olpasiran's impact on preventing first major cardiovascular events in people with elevated lipoprotein(a).