Clinical Research Directory

Comparing the Olfactory Perception of a Fragrance-Loaded SpECs Over Time

The human olfactory system plays a crucial role in sensory perception, influencing emotional states, memory, and interpersonal interactions(1). Fragrance durability and intensity are critical factors in the evaluation of perfumes and other scented products. The ability of fragrance formulations to maintain consistent scent intensity over time is a major contributor to a product's overall efficacy and consumer satisfaction, Primary Aim To compare the perceived strength of a topical fragrance delivered via SpECs across a period of 8 hours using subjective ratings by participants and an independent examiner. Objectives 1. To investigate whether the encapsulated fragrance intensity, as perceived by participants, decreases less over time compared with fragrance alone, after application to the skin. 2. To investigate whether the encapsulated fragrance intensity, as perceived by an independent examiner, decreases less over time compared with fragrance alone, after application to the skin.

Effect of Perception-based Interventions on Public Acceptance of Using Large Language Models in Medicine

Large language models (LLMs) show promise in medicine, but concerns about their accuracy, coherence, transparency, and ethics remain. To date, public perceptions on using LLMs in medicine and whether they play a role in the acceptability of health care applications of LLMs are not yet fully understood. This study aims to investigate public perceptions on using LLMs in medicine and if interventions for perceptions affect the acceptability of health care applications of LLMs.

IOBBAT - Impact of Basic Body Awareness Therapy on Body Awareness

Body awareness (BA) is an essential factor for health and well-being. In 2021, the IOBA (Impact on Body Awareness) study was conducted at the Institute of Physical Medicine \& Rehabilitation at Kepler University Hospital (Clinical Trials NCT05004272). This study investigated the effects of massage and gymnastics on BA in healthy individuals. The protocol provides a solid foundation for further research projects on BA. The aim of the present study is to examine the immediate effects of a Basic Body Awareness Therapy (BBAT) session compared to a lecture (control group) on BA and well-being, and to explore correlations with BA. In a randomized controlled study with 60 physiotherapy students in two groups (BBAT and control group) the use of the ABC questionnaire and further German questionnaires (Short questionnaire on self-perception of the body, self-rating mood scale - revised) concerning body awareness and well-being should analyse the following hypothesis: There is a difference in the change of BA between intervention (BBAT) and control group, Before interventions demographic data and further questionnaires concerning health conditions of the participants (e.g. Simple Physical Activity Questionnaire, Short Form Health Survey, Brief Symptom Inventory) are administered. Correlations between BA and the results of these tests will be investigated too. All these analyses can provide insights into the effects of BBAT on BA. The identification of patterns in BA among students can be used for future comparisons with patient cohorts.