The University at Buffalo (UB) is looking for adults with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) for a new study. NAFLD is caused by the buildup of fat in the liver. For some people, this build-up can cause swelling and damage to liver cells. The goal of the study is to see if a new medicine can help treat NAFLD. Read More

*Adult males or nonpregnant females subjects with F2 or F2 fibrosis due to NASH/MASH confirmed by liver biopsy.
*Previous or current history of T2D or 2 out of the 4 components of metabolic syndrome.
*BMI of 25 kg/m2 or greater.
Cohort 1 - must have a FibroScan LSM > 8.5 kPa, ELF > or = 9.8, AST >35 U/L at screening
Cohort 2 - must have a FibroScan LSM >9 kPa, ELF > or =9.8, AS...

The University at Buffalo is recruiting adults living with compensated liver cirrhosis for a 5-year study. People with this diagnosis have scarring on their livers but their livers still function normally. Read More

-Adults 18 years or older
-Have been diagnosed with liver cirrhosis due to nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)/metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH)
-Not currently pregnant

The University at Buffalo is inviting African refugees who identify as women for a study on family planning. Read More

-African refugees who identify as women
-18 to 45 years old
-Have a smartphone
-Speak English or Kiswahili

Are you a patient of UBMD Neurology? Have you been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS)? Are you currently on or have been on in the past GLP-1 medicines? If you, then you might be eligible for a survey study! Read More

-Adults 18 years or older -Have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) -Have previously used a GLP-1 weight-loss medicine -Are currently a patient of UBMD Neurology

Do you have a child less than 2 years old? If so, you might be eligible to participate in a new study from the University at Buffalo! Read More

-Adults 18 years or older
-Have a child less than 2 years old
-This child is your first child
-Your child was born full-term and without complications

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) affects memory, thinking, and behavior. Some people with AD can experience agitation. They might feel restless, cranky, or tense throughout the day. Read More

-Adults aged 55 to 90 years old
-Have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease
-Have a history of experiencing agitation

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) slowly destroys our ability to think and remember things. Doctors do not fully understand what causes AD. But we know that brain cells stop working properly. These cells eventually become damaged and lose the ability to connect with each other. Read More

-Adults 60-85 years old that have been diagnosed with mild to moderate Alzheimer's Disease
-Have someone that can attend the study visits with you

The University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine pediatric clinic is running a survey study for new families. The research team is interested in learning if there is a connection between dental health and nutrition knowledge. Read More

-Adults 18 years or older
-Are the parent/guardian of a new patient at the UB School of Dental Medicine clinic

Do you have a child between the ages of 6 to 17 years old that is struggling with their weight? If so, a new study from the University at Buffalo (UB) might be right for you! Read More

-One parent/guardian aged 18 years or older
-One child between the ages of 6 to 17 years old that is struggling with their weight
-Have access to a computer/tablet with Internet

When older adults leave the hospital, they take home discharge summaries. These summaries contain information about their hospital stay, treatment, and follow-up instructions. However, many discharge summaries contain medical terms that are difficult to understand. This can lead to confusion, medication mistakes, or even return visits to the hospital. Read More

-Adults 65 years or older
-Have a primary caregiver
-Speak English