What is this study trying to understand?
This study is exploring medication or study treatment for people with depression. Participants may complete study visits, assessments, or follow-up activities defined by the research team. It includes a comparison with placebo. Direct benefit is not guaranteed. The detailed objective is not always clearly listed in the public registry; the study team can confirm.
Does this study involve biological samples, imaging, or biomarkers?
This appears to be a biological / biomarker / imaging study involving Allogeneic Bone Marrow Derived Multipotent Mesenchymal Stromal Cells (MSCs), Placebo. Phase 1 studies usually focus mainly on safety, tolerability, dosage, and side effects. They often involve healthy volunteers, but not always. Some Phase 1 studies include people living with the target condition.
Who might this study be for?
This study may concern people with depression; age range: From 18 Years to 65 Years. The criteria appear fairly broad, but you should not assume you are eligible. The study team must confirm diagnosis, age, exclusions, available locations, and next steps.
What would I likely need to do?
You may need to provide biological samples, complete lab tests, or take part in imaging or measurement procedures. The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask whether some steps can be done remotely.
What should I check about samples, imaging, data, and possible discomfort?
If the study involves samples, imaging, or biomarkers, ask what is collected, how it is stored, who can access results, whether there may be discomfort, and whether results are shared with you. For any mental health study, also ask who to contact if you feel worse, whether participation may affect current treatment, whether you can stop, and who confirms eligibility.
Will I need to travel or attend in-person visits?
The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask which sites are open, how many visits are expected, whether any steps can be done remotely, and whether travel costs or compensation are listed.
Who is behind this study?
This study is sponsored by The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, which appears to be a university. The listed contact or investigator is The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, affiliated with The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston. If available, it can be useful to check the sponsor website, collaborators, investigator affiliation, and the official registry before deciding. HopeStage does not judge the quality of a sponsor or researcher, but helps you identify what to verify.
Can I still join this study?
The public registry lists this study as recruiting. Individual sites may have different statuses. The research team must confirm whether a site is open and whether you meet the criteria.
