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Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of three different dose regimens of MORF-057, a small molecule drug, in adults with moderately to severely active Crohns disease CD. This Phase 2, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter study aims to compare these doses with a matching placebo during an induction treatment period. The study includes adult participants who have active symptoms of CD and have not adequately responded to other treatments. Participants will first undergo a 14-week induction period where they receive either one of the three blinded MORF-057 dose regimens or a matching placebo, all taken orally. Following this, all participants enter a 38-week maintenance period receiving open-label MORF-057. Those who complete this 52-week treatment phase may have the chance to continue treatment for an additional 52 weeks during a long-term extension. MORF-057 is designed to selectively inhibit integrin 47. During the study, participants will have their disease activity monitored using endoscopic assessments and clinical symptom scores, such as the Simple Endoscopic Score for Crohns Disease SES-CD and the Crohns Disease Activity Index CDAI. Researchers will assess the proportion of participants showing endoscopic response and clinical remission at Week 14. Safety and adherence will be closely followed throughout the treatment and extension phases. The entire study spans up to 6 years, allowing for long-term evaluation.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of oral brepocitinib in adults with lichen planopilaris, a condition affecting the scalp. This Phase 23 trial aims to understand how well this medication works compared to a placebo in treating active and symptomatic lichen planopilaris. The study is sponsored by Priovant Therapeutics, Inc. and uses a randomized, double-blind design to ensure reliable results. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either oral brepocitinib or a placebo. The study is conducted in parallel groups, with neither the participants nor the researchers knowing who receives the active drug or placebo. The treatment period lasts 24 weeks, during which the participants take the assigned oral medication. The main goal is to measure improvement in the Investigator Global Assessment IGA score by Week 24. Throughout the study, participants will be regularly monitored for safety and symptom changes. Researchers will assess the proportion of participants who achieve significant improvement in their IGA scores at Week 24 and track changes in symptom severity using a numerical rating scale. The total study duration extends until July 2029, allowing for thorough evaluation of treatment effects and safety over time.

Researchers are studying an investigational drug called ALN-HSD in adults with Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated SteatoHepatitis MASH, a liver condition caused by fat buildup that damages liver cells and causes inflammation and scarring. This condition can worsen to cirrhosis and liver failure. The study aims to evaluate how ALN-HSD affects liver scarring related to MASH and to understand its impact on liver function and inflammation, as well as potential side effects and how the drug is processed in the body. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either ALN-HSD or a placebo in a double-blind setup. The study involves a 52-week treatment period during which the effects of ALN-HSD on liver fibrosis and other liver-related biomarkers will be assessed. The trial includes genetic risk factor screening for enrollment and collects data on drug levels and metabolites. Treatment is administered according to the study protocol, with monitoring continuing through week 84 for adverse events. Throughout the study, participants will undergo liver biopsies and various laboratory tests to measure liver fibrosis, enzyme levels, and other biomarkers related to MASH. Researchers will track changes from baseline to week 52 in liver fibrosis and inflammation, along with monitoring adverse events until week 84. Participants are involved in regular assessments to evaluate the study drugs impact on their liver health over the course of the trial.

Researchers are evaluating the safety, tolerability, and immune response of the BLB-201 vaccine, delivered intranasally, in infants and children aged 8 months to 5 years. This Phase 12a randomized, placebo-controlled trial includes participants who may have had prior respiratory syncytial virus RSV infection. The study aims to assess two different vaccine doses in this young population to better understand the vaccines effects and safety profile. Participants will receive either a low dose 106 PFU or a high dose 107 PFU of the BLB-201 vaccine or placebo. Some participants will receive one dose on Day 1, while others will receive two doses on Day 1 and Day 57. The vaccine and placebo are given by intranasal administration. The trial includes groups of both RSV seropositive and RSV seronegative infants and children. During the study, participants will be closely monitored for adverse events from Day 1 through Day 29, with specific attention to solicited events from Day 1 to Day 15. Medical history, physical exams, and laboratory tests will be conducted to evaluate health status and immune response. Parents or legal representatives will provide informed consent and confirm routine immunizations are up to date. The total study duration extends until the primary completion date in late 2028, with ongoing safety and immunogenicity assessments throughout this period.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of several long-acting antibody treatments for adults with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis UC. This Phase 2, multicenter platform study aims to compare multiple investigational therapies, including both single agents and combinations, to better understand their potential benefits and risks. The study is sponsored by Spyre Therapeutics, Inc. and involves adults aged 18 to 75 years with active UC confirmed by endoscopy and histology.

This research aims to evaluate the effects of vedolizumab intravenous IV combined with either adalimumab or ustekinumab in adults with moderate to severe Crohns Disease who have not responded adequately or have lost response to certain prior treatments. The study investigates the safety and efficacy of these dual targeted therapies, followed by vedolizumab alone. Approximately 100 participants will be enrolled, with the overall study duration lasting about 76 weeks. Participants in Part A will receive dual targeted therapy one group will get vedolizumab IV plus adalimumab subcutaneous injections, and another group will receive vedolizumab IV combined with ustekinumab through initial IV infusion followed by subcutaneous doses. Those who respond to Part A treatment will continue in Part B, receiving vedolizumab IV monotherapy every 8 weeks from Week 30 to Week 46. After treatment, participants will have a safety follow-up period extending to Week 72. During the study, participants will undergo multiple assessments including endoscopic evaluations using the Simple Endoscopic Score for Crohns Disease SES-CD at Weeks 26 and 52. Clinical remission and symptom remission will be tracked at various time points using the Crohns Disease Activity Index CDAI and patient-reported outcome measures. Safety monitoring and follow-up continue for at least 26 weeks after the last treatment dose to evaluate treatment effects and adverse events throughout the study period.

Alopecia areata AA is a condition where the immune system attacks hair follicles, causing hair loss mainly on the head and face but possibly on other body parts. This research evaluates the safety, effectiveness, and tolerance of upadacitinib, an approved drug, in adolescents and adults with severe AA. The study is a Phase 3 randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind trial enrolling about 1500 participants worldwide. Participants are randomly assigned to one of three groups receiving different treatments two doses of upadacitinib or placebo. In initial periods, some may switch from placebo to upadacitinib based on their Severity of Alopecia Tool SALT score. Those completing early parts may enter an extension phase receiving upadacitinib for up to 108 weeks. Treatment involves taking oral tablets once daily for up to 160 weeks, with possible re-randomization at Weeks 24 and 52. Throughout the study, participants attend regular clinic visits for medical assessments, blood tests, side effect monitoring, and questionnaires to track treatment effects. Researchers measure hair loss improvement using SALT scores and record adverse events over approximately 164 weeks. Participants are followed for up to 30 days after their last dose for safety monitoring.

This research aims to evaluate whether BI 3032950 helps adults aged 18 to 80 years who have moderate to severe ulcerative colitis and have not responded well or stopped previous treatments. The study is a Phase IIa clinical trial sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, focusing on the treatments efficacy, safety, and tolerability for this condition. The trial has two parts In Part A, participants receive BI 3032950 as an intravenous infusion every 4 weeks for 12 weeks. After this period, doctors assess improvements in symptoms and then participants move to Part B, where BI 3032950 is given as a subcutaneous injection every 4 weeks. Participants who show clinical response after 12 weeks can continue this subcutaneous treatment for up to 2 years. Participants visit their doctors every 4 weeks for assessments including symptom checks, blood and stool sample collections, and endoscopies to examine the colon. Researchers monitor the participants health and any side effects throughout the study. The main outcome measured is clinical remission using the modified Mayo Score up to Week 12, along with other measures like endoscopic remission and treatment-emergent adverse events.

Researchers are evaluating a machine learning model that uses biometric data collected from a wrist-worn device to identify acute opioid use events and measure opioid withdrawal levels in individuals dependent on opioids. The study focuses on patients undergoing medication for opioid use disorder MOUD induction, aiming to improve detection accuracy and withdrawal quantification compared to current measures. Participants will wear the OpiAID Strength Band Platform, a Samsung Galaxy Watch, continuously for 14 days except during charging or water activities. The machine learning model will be trained to detect MOUD events during the induction phase and to quantify withdrawal severity based on physiological data. The study includes a non-inferiority analysis comparing the new withdrawal measure to the Short Opiate Withdrawal Scale SOWS. During the 14-day monitoring period, participants will respond to daily prompts and complete the SOWS questionnaire on the watch. Researchers will collect time-stamped biometric data to evaluate classification success and withdrawal quantification accuracy. The study tracks how well the model detects opioid dosing events and correlates withdrawal levels with time since the last opioid dose. Participants are expected to wear and charge the device daily and comply with study procedures throughout the monitoring period.

Researchers are studying obefazimod to evaluate its effectiveness and safety as a treatment for adults with moderately to severely active Crohns disease who have not responded well or cannot tolerate conventional or advanced therapies. This Phase 2b trial compares obefazimod with a placebo to see if it can help control symptoms and improve disease activity. The study also aims to assess the long-term safety and tolerability of obefazimod during an extension period. The study includes three treatment phases a 12-week induction phase, a 40-week maintenance phase, and a 48-week extension phase. Participants receive one of four daily treatments obefazimod at doses of 50mg, 25mg, or 12.5mg, or a placebo. All treatments are taken once daily, ideally in the morning with food. The extension phase focuses on monitoring safety and tolerability compared to placebo. Participants will attend regular study visits for assessments including the Crohns Disease Activity Index and endoscopic scores to measure disease activity and response. Safety is monitored through adverse event reports and laboratory tests, including blood work for hematology, coagulation, and biochemistry at various weeks up to the end of the study. The total study duration spans several phases, allowing close observation of treatment effects and safety over time.