Duke Clinical Research

12/09/2025

Breakthrough Cancer Discovery from Duke-NUS

Researchers at Duke-NUS Medical School—a partnership between Duke University in the U.S. and the National University of Singapore—have found a hidden weakness in blood cancers like acute myeloid leukemia (AML).

This weak spot is in how cancer cells make energy and building blocks for growth. In early lab tests, blocking this process killed cancer cells while sparing healthy ones. While this is still early research, it shows promise for developing new treatments for aggressive cancers in the future.

Read the full story here: https://www.duke-nus.edu.sg/newshub/media-releases/multigene-pathways-aml

Scientists from Duke-NUS Medical School and their international collaborators have developed a new computational tool that maps how gene pathways interact in complex biological systems.

12/08/2025

Be a part of the future of Alzheimer's research!

Join the ADD-ME Roster and help researchers at Duke and UNC better understand Alzheimer's disease. Signing up is easy - and you don't need a diagnosis to make a difference.

Alzheimer's affects us all. Research should reflect us all. We need participants from all backgrounds, ages, and health statuses to ensure discoveries benefit everyone.

The ADD-ME roster holds names, health and contact information for people who may want to participate in Alzheimer’s Disease research.

12/05/2025

Duke researchers uncover hidden PFAS contamination in NC drinking water

A new Duke study revealed previously undetectable PFAS “nanoparticles” from a textile plant that contaminated water supplies in Chapel Hill and Pittsboro. These findings underscore the need for advanced testing and collaborative solutions to protect public health.

Read more:

Stumped by high levels of PFAS contamination in Chapel Hill and Pittsboro drinking water, Duke researchers used new methods to find the source of the pollution upstream.

12/03/2025

Duke Clinical Vaccine Unit Volunteer Registry / Registro Voluntario de la Unidad de Vacunas y Ensayos Clínicos de Duke

Our Duke Vaccine and Trials Unit Volunteer Registry is a way for people to let our team know that you are interested in learning more about any of our vaccine studies you may be interested in. For more information or to sign up, visit us at: https://redcap.duke.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=WPL7XPK4JYHY4NYK

Nuestro Registro Voluntario de la Unidad de Vacunas y Ensayos Clínicos de Duke es el medio a través del cual las personas pueden hacerle saber a nuestro equipo que están interesados en conocer más sobre nuestros estudios de investigación en los cuales podrían participar. Para más información o para registrarse, visítenos en: https://redcap.duke.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=WPL7XPK4JYHY4NYK

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12/02/2025

Healing Broken Hearts with Science

Duke researchers are growing beating human heart tissue to develop therapies that could repair damage from heart attacks—without invasive surgery. This breakthrough could transform heart care worldwide.

Read more:

How to Heal a Broken Heart Published December 1, 2025 Credits Video by Veronique Koch University Marketing & Communications Tags Duke Research Saves Lives Research Schools Pratt School of Engineering School of Medicine Scholars Nenad Bursac Professor of Biomedical Engineering Professor in Cell Biolo...

11/24/2025

Are “cheat meals” really helping your health goals—or sabotaging them?

New insights from Duke experts reveal why this popular trend might not be what you think.
✅ Learn what science says about cheat meals
✅ Discover smarter strategies for sustainable nutrition
👉 Read the full article here:

Eric Trexler, PhD, a wellness fellow at Duke University who collaborates with School of Medicine researchers, recently co-authored a study in Nutrition Reviews examining the surprisingly complicated world of cheat meals. He breaks down what people misunderstand most about these meals, what the scien...

11/20/2025

Innovation in Emergency Care!

Duke Health researchers are leading the first U.S. study where drones deliver defibrillators during real 911 calls. This groundbreaking approach could save lives by getting critical equipment to cardiac arrest patients faster than ever before.

Learn more about this first-of-its-kind study:

DURHAM and CLEMMONS, N.C. – Every minute counts when someone’s heart stops. In the U.S., more than 350,000 people suffer cardiac arrest each year, and fewer than 10% survive. Most of these emergencies happen at home, far from lifesaving equipment.Now, for the first time in the United States, a c...

11/13/2025

🌟 Be Part of the Breakthrough! 🌟

Help advance medical research at Duke and make a real difference in health care for everyone.

Why participate?
✅Support innovative research
✅Represent your community in research
✅Help improve care for future generations

🔍 Find a study that’s right for you: https://duke-research.dukehealth.org/

11/11/2025

Supporting Veterans Beyond Service

Duke’s Veteran Transitions Research Lab is reshaping how organizations support veterans entering the workforce. Discover this innovative approach:

Reimagining the Veteran Journey Making the transition from the military to the workforce easier Image Published November 10, 2025 Credits Susan R. Miller Communications Strategist, University Marketing and Communications Schools Fuqua School of Business Scholars Aaron Charles Kay J. Rex Fuqua Distin...

11/04/2025

We were proud to represent Duke Clinical Research and Duke CTSI alongside other Duke departments at this hands-on event. Our team helped students explore career paths in health care and research, beyond just becoming doctors or scientists. It was a meaningful day of connection, showing how Duke and Durham come together to inspire curiosity, learning, and a shared sense of possibility for the future.

10/28/2025

Help advance care for others like you—Duke patients can discover research opportunities tailored to them in MyChart.