Clinical trials · Ohio
Adolescent clinical trials in Ohio
We’re tracking 66 recruiting adolescent studies with a site in Ohio — including Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Ohio
- NCT05588648RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing vactosertib for osteosarcoma that keeps coming back
This Phase 1/2 study tests how safe and how well vactosertib works for adolescents and adults with osteosarcoma that has returned, stopped responding, or is getting worse despite prior treatment. You may be able to join if you meet age, cancer, recovery-from-prior-therapy, and health-test requirements.
Cleveland, OhioAges 12 years+ - NCT05648591RecruitingPhase 4
Iloperidone study for teens with schizophrenia or bipolar I
This Phase 4 study checks how safe and well-tolerated iloperidone is when used in a typical, open-label way for teenagers. It may help doctors better understand side effects and safety in teens with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 12–17 - NCT05889182RecruitingPhase 3
Testing an oral medicine for moderate to severe hidradenitis
This Phase 3 study tests upadacitinib taken by mouth to reduce hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) symptoms and disease activity, and to track side effects. It is for people who have already tried anti-TNF treatments and still had inadequate response or couldn’t tolerate them.
Canton, OhioAges 12 years+ - NCT06290401Recruiting
Boosting self-management in teens with sickle cell disease
This study is testing a program to help adolescents with sickle cell disease better manage their health. It looks at how family, friends, and the clinic can support teens to take charge of their care.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 13–21 - NCT06311838Recruiting
Preventing opioid use among homeless youth
This study tests a program to help homeless youth build social connections and find stable housing to prevent opioid use. It will be conducted by Ohio State University.
Columbus, OhioAges 14–24 - NCT06328608RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
PRX-102 for children with Fabry disease
This study tests a new enzyme replacement therapy called PRX-102 for children with Fabry disease. It aims to see if the drug is safe and helps manage symptoms like pain and eye or skin changes.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 2–17 - NCT06350409Recruiting
Opioid use after surgery in teens
This study looks at how teens aged 12–17 use opioids after a scheduled surgery. It aims to understand outcomes and help improve pain management.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 12–17 - NCT06408259RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing ozanimod and fingolimod for children with MS
This study compares two oral medications, ozanimod and fingolimod, to see which one works better and is safer for children and teenagers with relapsing-remitting MS. Both drugs help reduce MS attacks and slow down the disease.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 10–17 - NCT06552286Recruiting
Study of STRW-T program for autistic teens in 11th and 12th grade
This trial tests the STRW-T program to help autistic high school students improve daily living skills. It is designed for teens who are in their last two years of high school or deferring graduation.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 15–21 - NCT05287126RecruitingPhase 2
Etrasimod for teens with active ulcerative colitis
This trial tests whether etrasimod can improve ulcerative colitis (UC) symptoms in adolescents with moderate to severe, active disease. It may help reduce inflammation and disease activity, especially if current treatments aren’t working well enough.
Cleveland, OhioAges 12–17 - NCT06699849RecruitingPhase 2
CSL889 for sickle cell pain crisis
This trial tests a new medicine, CSL889, for people with sickle cell disease who are currently having a pain crisis (vaso-occlusive crisis). The goal is to see if it safely helps reduce the pain and speed recovery.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 12 years+ - NCT06910943RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Choline for teens and adults with intestinal failure on long-term IV nutrition
This trial tests if adding choline chloride to IV nutrition can help people with intestinal failure who need long-term IV support. It aims to see if it improves liver health without causing side effects.
Cleveland, OhioAges 12 years+ - NCT06988605Recruiting
Nemolizumab for teens and adults with moderate-to-severe eczema
This study looks at how well nemolizumab works in everyday practice for people with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (eczema). It helps researchers understand the real-world benefits and safety of this treatment.
Dayton, OhioAges 12 years+ - NCT07133308RecruitingPhase 3
Study of deuruxolitinib for teens with severe alopecia areata
This study tests an investigational oral medication (deuruxolitinib) for adolescents with severe alopecia areata (hair loss). It aims to see if it can help hair regrow safely.
Mason, OhioAges 12–17 - NCT07217444Recruiting
Deep TMS for depression in teens
This trial tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS) can help teens with moderate to severe depression feel better. It involves wearing a special magnetic coil on the head during several sessions.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 14–18 - NCT07660198RecruitingPhase 3
Pneumonia vaccine catch-up study for kids and teens
This trial tests a catch-up pneumococcal vaccine for children and adolescents who may have missed some doses. It aims to see how safe and effective the vaccine is in healthy kids aged 15 months to 17 years.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 1.3 years–17 years - NCT06854991Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality for managing pain in healthy kids
This study tests if virtual reality can help distract children and teenagers from the feeling of pain. It could show that VR is a helpful tool for managing pain without medicine.
Columbus, OhioAges 6–17 - NCT05927194Enrolling by invitation
Game-based program for middle school students in Texas
This trial tests a game-based program called “Using the Connect” to see how well it works for middle school students. It may help improve the skills or outcomes the program targets, but you would need to be able to do it in English.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 9–15
Where these studies are running in Ohio
Institutions with a site for the recruiting adolescent studies listed above.
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center · 6 studies
- Dermatologists of Southwest Ohio · 2 studies
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center · 2 studies
- Apex Clinical Research Center, LLC
- Cleveland Clinic
- ClinOhio Research Services
- Dayton Clinical Research
- Dermatology Partners
What taking part in a adolescent study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Adolescent trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there adolescent clinical trials in Ohio?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 66 recruiting adolescent studies with a site in Ohio, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a adolescent study in Ohio?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Ohio to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Ohio, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a adolescent trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New adolescent studies open in Ohio regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.