Our Centre of Excellence in Transforming Gut Health supports research, training, multidisciplinary collaboration and translation of findings for the understanding, identification and management of chronic digestive diseases. To achieve these aims, we also conduct studies and clinical trials.
By participating in a gut health clinical trial, you can contribute to groundbreaking research that may benefit you and others dealing with similar conditions. Our dedicated team of researchers is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and care, ensuring a supportive and informed experience throughout the process.
Discover our active trials, learn more about how they work, and see if participating is right for you. Together, we can pave the way to transforming digestive health for the better. Read below or contact us for more information on our current or upcoming clinical trials.
Digestive Health Biobank
Researchers at the University of Newcastle are currently recruiting participants for the Digestive Health Biobank.
Please email Digestive.health@newcastle.edu.au to be sent a link to the surveys.
You are invited to scan the QR code and complete the survey:
- Age: 18-85 years old
- Not pregnant or breastfeeding
Body Surface Gastric Mapping – like an “ECG” for your gut!
Find out more about the study: alimetry.com
You are invited to scan the QR code and complete the survey:
- Healthy controls
- People with upper gut symptoms
- People with Functional Dyspepsia
- People with Gastroparesis
ADAPTS (Advanced Diagnostic Pathogen Screening in IBS) – A new test for pathogens (bugs)
Find out more about the panel: sonicmicrobiomics.com.au/our-tests/metapanel/
You are invited to scan the QR code and complete the survey:
- Healthy controls
- People experiencing pain and diarrhoea
- People with IBS-diarrhoea
We are looking for a wide range of people to participate.
People with No Digestive Symptoms
- A “control” helps understand what a healthy comparison is as to gauge our results
People Suffering from Digestive Symptoms
- With symptoms but no diagnosis
People Diagnosed with Digestive Diseases Including:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Functional Dyspepsia
- Gastroparesis
Participation is completely voluntary.
· We can work around your schedule and commitments
· You can stop at any time you choose.
· Whatever you decide, it will not affect your medical care in any way.
To learn more you can contact the team at the Digestive Health Biobank on:
(02) 4042 0811
(02) 4042 0491