Clinical trials
Adolescence clinical trials
Below are recruiting adolescence clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 953 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04899947Recruiting
Registry for children with narcolepsy
This trial is a registry (a study database) that collects information from children and teens with narcolepsy. It helps researchers better understand the condition and who is affected, which can support future studies.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Up to 17 years - NCT04917601Recruiting
Digital coaching for childhood obesity with family app support
This study tests a digital support system (a mobile app) to help children and families with obesity treatment. You may be able to use the app alongside the usual care plan if you meet the study’s age, health, and communication requirements.
MessinaAges 4–17 - NCT04923126RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Mirdametinib for children with low-grade brain tumors
This Phase 1/2 study tests mirdametinib, a targeted medicine, in children and young adults with low-grade glioma (a slower-growing brain tumor). It aims to find the best dose and see how well the treatment works, especially for tumors with certain “MAPK pathway” changes.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 2–24 - NCT07698899RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new treatment for childhood brain and CNS cancers
This trial tests a radioactive drug (177Lu-DTPA-Omburtamab) given directly into the fluid around the brain for children and teens with certain brain cancers or cancers that have spread to the central nervous system. It aims to see if this treatment is safe and effective for tumors that have come back or not responded to other therapies.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 3–22 - NCT06007404Recruiting
Understanding metabolism and inflammation in teens
This study looks at how metabolism and inflammation relate to diabetes risk in teenagers. It may help researchers understand why some teens develop type 2 diabetes.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 14–18 - NCT04948658Recruiting
Freezing ovarian tissue to protect future fertility
This study looks at storing ovarian (ovary) tissue by freezing it for people at higher risk of losing fertility. It may help preserve options for having biological children later, especially for certain genetic conditions, cancer-related risks, or planned gonad removal.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–35 - NCT04956133Recruiting
Physical activity program for kids during cancer treatment
This trial tests whether a structured physical activity program can help children and teens feel better and stay active during cancer treatment or shortly after. It involves the child and a parent/caregiver for safety during sessions.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 5–18 - NCT04963426Recruiting
Study to help teens use health data to lead change
This study supports school-aged teens (ages 13–17) to learn and use health information to help drive positive changes in their community. It focuses on participation from students within the right age range.
Sekondi-TakoradiAges 13–17 - NCT05008276Recruiting
Study of puberty, diabetes, and kidney stress in teens
This trial studies how puberty and blood sugar changes affect the kidneys in people with type 1 diabetes. It may help researchers understand early kidney risk and identify who needs closer monitoring.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 8–14 - NCT05019703RecruitingPhase 2
Atezolizumab plus cabozantinib for teen osteosarcoma
This trial studies a combination of two medicines—atezolizumab and cabozantinib—for teenagers and young adults with osteosarcoma that has come back or spread. It aims to slow or shrink the cancer and help control disease that can’t be fully removed with surgery.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 12 years+ - NCT05023785Recruiting
Lifestyle program for cancer survivors with early heart strain
This trial tests a structured lifestyle and exercise change program for young people who finished cancer treatment and have signs of early heart weakness. The goal is to improve heart health and lower the chance of heart failure later.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–45 - NCT05035511Recruiting
Predicting tDCS results in autistic teens with machine learning
This study uses machine learning to predict how well a teen with autism may respond to tDCS, a non-invasive brain stimulation. It mainly looks at personal factors (like understanding instructions and baseline abilities) to better estimate treatment outcomes.
Hung Hom, KowloonAges 12–22 - NCT05038865Recruiting
How jaw alignment affects teens’ quality of life
This study compares how different types of bite/jaw alignment affect adolescents’ daily comfort and oral-health-related quality of life. It’s mainly done by asking teens to complete questionnaires and comparing groups with and without malocclusion.
Malmö, Skåne CountyAges 12–19 - NCT05071144Recruiting
Registry for children getting robotic spine surgery
This trial registry collects information about kids and teens with spine deformities who are scheduled for robotic or navigation-assisted surgery (sometimes using custom rods). It may help doctors improve these advanced techniques over time.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges birth–21 years - NCT05076214Recruiting
Exercise group for teens with mild to moderate depression
This study compares a structured aerobic exercise group to a more relaxed leisure activity group for adolescents with mild to moderate depression. It aims to see whether exercise can help improve mood when earlier basic support didn’t work well enough.
HalmstadAges 13–17 - NCT05078164Recruiting
Hospital program to prevent future firearm harm in youth
This trial tests a hospital-based prevention program for youth ages 10–17 who were hurt by violence, especially firearm-related injuries. It aims to connect families with support to reduce the chance of future harm. You and a caregiver work together in the program after the hospital visit.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 10–17 - NCT05096923Recruiting
Research study for young people with cancer and survivors
This study follows children, teens, and young adults with cancer and people who have completed treatment. It aims to better understand cancer care over time and what affects outcomes, which may help improve future treatment and follow-up.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 1–39 - NCT05125302RecruitingPhase 3
Ubrogepant for acute migraine relief in kids and teens
This study tests how safe ubrogepant is and whether it helps treat an individual migraine attack in children and teens. It focuses on measuring side effects and whether headaches improve 2 hours after taking the study medicine.
Huntsville, AlabamaAges 6–17 - NCT05126914Recruiting
Follow-up study for rare epilepsy in children
This study follows children and teens with rare forms of epilepsy to better understand their condition over time in real-life care. It may help doctors improve future care plans and support for families.
AngersAges Up to 15 years - NCT05159856Recruiting
Early checks for long-term complications in young type 1 diabetes
This study looks for early signs of long-term complications in children and teens who have type 1 diabetes for more than a year. It may help your clinic spot problems sooner, when treatment could be easier.
Herlev, HerlevAges 6–18 - NCT05164172RecruitingPhase 3
Eptinezumab for kids with ongoing or recurring migraine
This trial studies eptinezumab, a migraine treatment, in children and teens ages 6 to 17 who already completed an earlier migraine study. It mainly helps doctors learn whether the treatment can be continued safely and effectively over time.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 6–17 - NCT05210907RecruitingPhase 1
Hospital-made CD19 CAR-T for relapsed leukemia in children
This Phase 1 study tests a homemade (hospital-manufactured) immune treatment called CD19 CAR-T for children and teens with a type of leukemia that has come back or did not respond. It may help by targeting leukemia cells that carry the CD19 marker.
SeoulAges birth–25 years - NCT05275881Recruiting
Virtual reality during procedures for young blood or cancer patients
This trial tests whether using virtual reality (VR) during certain procedures can make them easier for children, teens, and young adults with blood or cancer-related conditions. Participants must be able to safely use a VR headset and be willing to take part.
PoitiersAges 7–24 - NCT05277558Recruiting
MRI and brain testing in teens at risk for type 2 diabetes
This study looks at brain health in teens with normal weight, overweight, or obesity who are at risk for type 2 diabetes. It may help researchers understand how weight and diabetes risk affect the brain, using MRI scans and learning/memory tests.
St Louis, MissouriAges 12–17
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for adolescence?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 953 recruiting adolescence studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a adolescence trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a adolescence trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.