Several clinical trials evaluate non-pharmacological, behavioral, and physiological health interventions for conditions including sensorineural hearing impairment, cognitive impairment, depression, caregiver burden, and substance use disorders. Sponsored by academic institutions such as Texas Tech University and Kingston University alongside government entities like the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, these studies carry unassigned or non-applicable phase classifications. Recruitment status varies across the portfolio, ranging from completed protocols to actively recruiting and pending studies.
| NCT Number | Recruitment | Conditions | Sponsor/Collaborators | Start Date | Phases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT06377215 | Not yet recruiting | Hearing Impairment Sensorineural|Spatial Perception|Aging|Hearing Aids |
University of South Florida|National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) |
2024-04-15 | -- |
| NCT06289426 | Recruiting | Perceived Stress|Depression|Anxiety|Mindfulness|Self-Compassion|Compassion|Work Engagement|Productivity|Heart Rate Variability|Mental Wellbeing|Musculoskeletal Pain |
Kingston University |
2024-02-15 | Not Applicable |
| NCT06130878 | Completed | Cognitive Impairment |
University of Jaén |
2024-01-08 | Not Applicable |
| NCT06055322 | Not yet recruiting | Suicide|Depression|Caregiver Burden|Physical Health|Inflammation |
Texas Tech University |
2024-01-01 | Not Applicable |
| NCT06402240 | Recruiting | Substance Use Disorders|Alcohol Use Disorder|Depression|Anxiety |
University of Windsor|Centre for Addiction and Mental Health |
2024-01-01 | Not Applicable |
(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2024-05-22)
Mechanism and Biochemical Profile
Appendix RUO and cGMP Quality Standards
| Quality Dimension | RUO (Research Use Only) | cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practice) |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical Applicability | Prohibited in human clinical trials or medical diagnostics. | Mandatory for human clinical trials (Phase I–III) and therapies. |
| Regulatory Status | Non-regulated grade; exempt from drug manufacturing laws. | Legally enforced by health authorities (e.g., FDA, EMA, NMPA). |
| Facility Environment | Unclassified analytical or research laboratories. | Validated Cleanrooms (ISO Class 5–8) with continuous monitoring. |
| Quality Control | Basic purity and activity testing. | Rigorous safety release testing (Sterility, Endotoxin, Mycoplasma). |
| Process Validation | Basic equipment calibration; no process validation required. | Full qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and complete batch records. |
| Quality Assurance | Vendor self-declared without required formal QMS. | Mandatory QA/QC unit, Change Control, CAPA, and vendor audits. |
| Regulatory Impact | High risk of IND rejection if used as a critical raw material. | Required for IND/NDA filings, supported by Drug Master Files (DMF). |
Footnotes
Regulatory Note: Governed by FDA (21 CFR Parts 210/211/312), EMA (EudraLex Vol 4), ICH Guidelines (E6/Q7/Q9/Q10), and compendial standards (USP <71>/<85>/<1043>).