Current Trials
ITI 421
Treatment of Major Depressive Episodes associated with Bipolar I/II Disorder in pediatric patients 10 to 17 years old
CLICK THERAPUTICS
Digital Therapeutic (CT-155) as an Adjunct to Antipsychotic Therapy in Adults (18+) with Negative Symptoms of Schizophrenia
ACADIA
Treatment of hallucinations and delusions associated with Alzheimer’s disease psychosis (ADP) for adults ≥55 and ≤95
CTx-1301-004
Classroom Study in Children (6 - 12) with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Using CTx-1301 (d-MPH)
CT-155-R-001
Treatment of adults and late adolescents with negative symptoms of Schizophrenia
ITI-007-421
Lumateperone for pediatric patients experiencing MDEs associated with Bipolar Disorder (aged 10-17 years)
ITI-007-321
Lumateperone in the Treatment of Pediatric Patients with Schizophrenia (aged 13-17 years) or Bipolar Disorder (aged 10-17 years)
Kaleidoscope Clinical Research is poised to explore a wide range of medical disorders, including but not limited to:
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Mental Health & Psychiatry: Headed by a principal investigator specializing in psychiatry, our research initiatives focus on advancing mental health understanding and treatment modalities. From innovative therapies to the exploration of neurobiological mechanisms underlying mental illnesses, our efforts aim to redefine approaches to mental health care.
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Cardiovascular Diseases: Led by a sub-principal investigator specializing in cardiology, research initiatives aim to improve prevention, management, and treatment strategies for heart-related conditions.
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Neurological Disorders: With a focus on neurology, Kaleidoscope aims to advance the understanding and treatment options for conditions such as strokes, migraines, and neurodegenerative diseases.
Infectious Diseases: Building on the expertise of a sub-principal investigator in infectious diseases, the center actively contributes to research on emerging infections, antimicrobial therapies, and vaccination strategies.
Internal Medicine: Research in this area, guided by a sub-principal investigator in internal medicine, explores a wide spectrum of general health concerns, ensuring a comprehensive approach to healthcare research.
Research Areas Expansion
Team Experience
Our team boasts a rich tapestry of research experience, underscored by a collective dedication to advancing scientific frontiers. With decades of combined expertise spanning diverse disciplines, our researchers, clinicians, and specialists have pioneered groundbreaking studies that have shaped the landscape of medical research.
Dr. Napoleon Higgins Jr.
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
2022 - 2023
2022 - 2023
2021
2017 - 2021
2012 - 2021
1995
1993
Principal Investigator, ADHD, Akili, Adult Trial
Principal Investigator, ADHD, Akili, Adolescent Trial
Principal Investigator, Otsuka, Abilify MyCite Pediatric Usability Study
Principal Investigator, MDD, Lundbeck NA Ltd & ICON Clinical Research Services
Principal Investigator, MDD, Anxiety, Sertraline Pediatric Registry for the Evaluation and Safety
Research Assistant. Fred Ernst, Ph.D., Meharry Medical College. Assessed the attitudes of Tennessee residents about needle exchange programs.
Research Assistant. Cleantis Braithewaite, Ph.D., Prairie View A&M University. Tested the reactivity of protein antigens to Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis in goats.
PHARMACEUTICAL AND INDUSTRY RELATED ACTIVITIES
2022 - present
2021 - present
2021 - present
2019 - present
2016 - 2021
2013 - present
2012 - 2014
2012
2011 - 2013
2010 - 2016
2010 - present
2010 - 2011
2010 - 2013
2007 - 2010
2007 - 2011
2006 - 2012
2006 - present
2005 - 2018
2004 - 2010
2002 - 2015
2000 - 2003
Neurocrine Biosciences, Speakers Bureau
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Consultant, Speakers Bureau
Noven Pharmaceuticals, Consultant, Speaker
Sage Pharmaceuticals, Consultant, Speaker
Assurex Health, Genesight, Speakers Bureau
Lundbeck Pharmaceuticals, Consultant, Speakers Bureau
Forest Pharmaceuticals
NMA, Training, Minority Principal Investigators in Clinical Research
Shionogi Pharmaceuticals, Speakers Bureau
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals, Speakers Bureau
Otsuka Pharmaceuticals, Consult, Speakers Bureau
Schering-Plough/Merck, Speakers Bureau
BMS, Speakers Bureau
Eli Lilly, Consultant, Speakers Bureau
GSK, Consultant, Speakers Bureau
Novartis, Speakers Bureau
Janssen, Speakers Bureau, Consultant
Shire, Speakers Bureau, Consultant
McNeil, Consultant, Speakers Bureau
AstraZeneca, Speakers Bureau
Pfizer, Speaker
Patient-Centric Continuum
The expansion into diverse medical disciplines retains the patient-centric approach that is central to Kaleidoscope Clinical Research. The commitment to inclusivity, ethical practices, and patient well-being remains unwavering across all research areas, fostering a continuum of compassionate care.
Visionary, Diverse, Inclusive Research
Kaleidoscope Clinical Research, under the visionary leadership of Dr. Napoleon B. Higgins, Jr., MD, transcends the boundaries of mental health research to embrace a holistic healthcare approach. With a diverse team of sub-principal investigators and a commitment to demographically representative research, Kaleidoscope is positioned to contribute significantly to medical advancements that address the unique healthcare needs of the community it serves. As the center expands its research horizons, it invites participants and collaborators to join in shaping a future where healthcare is not only cutting-edge but also deeply rooted in diversity and inclusivity.
