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Age-Related Macular Degeneration clinical trials in Chicago
We’re tracking 22 recruiting age-related macular degeneration studies with a site in or near Chicago — including Phase 1, 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 near Chicago
- NCT07482176RecruitingPhase 3
Gene therapy trial for wet age-related macular degeneration
This trial tests a one-time gene therapy injection (IXO-vec) for people with wet age-related macular degeneration (nAMD). It aims to reduce the need for frequent eye injections by helping the eye make its own medicine to block the growth of harmful blood vessels.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 50 years+ - NCT06541704RecruitingPhase 3
Study of pozelimab with cemdisiran for geographic atrophy
This trial tests a combination of two study drugs (pozelimab and cemdisiran) given as a shot under the skin to slow the progression of geographic atrophy, a type of advanced dry age-related macular degeneration that causes blind spots in central vision.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 50–85 - NCT06659445RecruitingPhase 2
Study of ONL1204 for geographic atrophy in dry AMD
This study tests an investigational medicine called ONL1204 given as an injection into the eye for people with a form of advanced dry age-related macular degeneration called geographic atrophy. The goal is to see if it can slow vision loss.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 55 years+ - NCT07215390RecruitingPhase 2
Study of APL-3007 plus Syfovre for geographic atrophy
This trial tests whether a new drug called APL-3007, when added to your current Syfovre treatment, can slow the progression of geographic atrophy (an advanced form of dry age-related macular degeneration). It's for people who have already been on Syfovre for at least 6 months.
Oak Park, IllinoisAges 60 years+ - NCT06779773Recruiting
Study of avacincaptad pegol (Izervay) for geographic atrophy
This study looks at how avacincaptad pegol (brand name Izervay) works in real-world medical practice for people with geographic atrophy, a form of age-related macular degeneration that causes vision loss. If your doctor has already decided to treat you with this medicine, you may be able to join.
Oak Park, IllinoisAges Any age - NCT07064759RecruitingPhase 3
Gene therapy injection for wet age-related macular degeneration
This trial tests a one-time gene therapy injection (4D-150) for wet AMD. It might help reduce the need for frequent anti-VEGF eye injections by targeting the underlying cause of new blood vessel growth.
Oak Park, IllinoisAges 50 years+ - NCT07440225RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing a new drug for wet macular degeneration
This trial tests a new medicine called EYE201/MK-8748 for people who have wet age-related macular degeneration (a condition where abnormal blood vessels grow under the retina). It's for those who haven't had treatment before and were diagnosed recently.
Oak Park, IllinoisAges 50 years+ - NCT07007065RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a gene therapy for wet age-related macular degeneration
This trial tests a one-time gene therapy injection for wet AMD that may reduce the need for regular eye injections. It is for people who have already responded to anti-VEGF injections but want a longer-lasting treatment.
Oak Lawn, IllinoisAges 50 years+ - NCT07614776RecruitingPhase 3
New Eye Injection Treatment for Age-Related Macular Degeneration
This study tests whether a new eye injection called ABP 938 works as well as or better than the current standard treatment (Eylea) for wet age-related macular degeneration—a condition that causes vision loss in the center of your sight. You would receive injections into your eye every month for a year.
Elmhurst, IllinoisAges 50 years+ - NCT03683251RecruitingPhase 3
Extension study for a refillable eye implant plus ranibizumab
This trial studies whether continuing treatment with a refillable eye implant (Port Delivery System) and ranibizumab injection helps control a specific type of wet macular degeneration. It’s mainly for people who already finished an earlier related study and are able to keep up with frequent eye checks and procedures.
Oak Forest, IllinoisAges 50 years+ - NCT07144137Recruiting
Observation study for geographic atrophy progression
This study observes how geographic atrophy (an advanced form of dry age-related macular degeneration) changes over a short period. If you have this condition in both eyes and meet certain vision and eye health criteria, you may be able to join this non-treatment study to help researchers learn more about the disease.
Oak Forest, IllinoisAges 55 years+ - NCT03178149RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new eye treatment for dry macular degeneration
This Phase 1 trial tests the safety and side effects of ASP7317 in older adults whose central vision is worsening from dry age-related macular degeneration (geographic atrophy). If you qualify, you would receive treatment in the study eye and be closely monitored for about a year.
Oak Forest, IllinoisAges 50 years+ - NCT05197270RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Gene therapy for wet age-related macular degeneration
This study tests a new gene therapy called 4D-150 for people with wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It aims to reduce the need for frequent anti-VEGF injections by delivering a long-lasting treatment into the eye.
Oak Forest, IllinoisAges 50 years+ - NCT04853251RecruitingPhase 4
Study of corneal cells after a ranibizumab eye implant
This trial checks how well corneal endothelial cells (cells that help keep the cornea clear) do in people with neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD) who are treated with a port-delivery implant that releases ranibizumab. It also helps doctors understand whether this method changes corneal health and stays safe while controlling the eye disease.
Lemont, IllinoisAges 50 years+ - NCT07496567RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of EYE201 for wet age-related macular degeneration
This trial tests a new medicine, EYE201, for people with wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) that has not been treated before. The study will see if this drug can help improve vision and slow down vision loss.
Lemont, IllinoisAges 50 years+ - NCT07630649RecruitingPhase 2
Gene therapy for wet age-related macular degeneration in second eye
This study tests a one-time gene therapy injection (ixoberogene soroparvovec) in the second eye of people with wet age-related macular degeneration who have already responded well to anti-VEGF injections. The goal is to see if this gene therapy can help preserve or improve vision in that eye.
Lemont, IllinoisAges 50 years+ - NCT05481827Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Safety follow-up for GT005 in geographic eye damage
This study checks the long-term safety of GT005, a treatment you received in an earlier study, for geographic atrophy related to age-related macular degeneration. It mainly asks you to come to follow-up visits and confirm how you are doing over time.
Lemont, IllinoisAges 55 years+ - NCT07205887RecruitingPhase 2
Study of EYE103 for wet AMD or macular edema after BRVO
This trial tests an investigational drug called EYE103 injected into the eye to treat two conditions: wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or macular edema following a branch retinal vein occlusion (BRVO). It looks at how safe and effective the drug is for people who have not had treatment before or have not responded well to previous treatments.
Lemont, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06557460RecruitingPhase 2
Cell implant for advanced dry age-related macular degeneration
This trial tests a patch of retinal cells implanted under the retina to see if it can slow or stop vision loss from advanced dry AMD (geographic atrophy). It may help people whose central vision is already affected.
Lemont, IllinoisAges 55–90 - NCT06662162Recruiting
Microcurrent therapy for dry age-related macular degeneration
This trial tests a new type of electrical stimulation, called microcurrent therapy, to see if it can help people with a certain form of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) that is not the "wet" kind. The treatment is delivered through an eye patch-like device and may slow vision loss or improve function.
Lemont, IllinoisAges 60 years+ - NCT07215234RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of an injection for geographic atrophy in AMD
This study tests a single injection of an experimental drug (SAR446597) into the eye for people with geographic atrophy, a late-stage form of dry age-related macular degeneration. The goal is to see if it can safely slow vision loss.
Lemont, IllinoisAges 60 years+ - NCT06635148RecruitingPhase 2
Long-term study for geographic atrophy treatment
This study is for people who already took part in a previous trial for geographic atrophy (a late stage of dry age-related macular degeneration) and received the study drug or a sham. It looks at the long-term safety of the treatment over time.
Lemont, IllinoisAges 60 years+
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Where these studies are running near Chicago
Institutions with a site for the recruiting age-related macular degeneration studies listed above.
- University Retina and Macula Associates · 14 studies
- Illinois Retina Associates · 8 studies
- Retina Associates · 3 studies
- Adverum Clinical Site 179
- Adverum Clinical Site 207
- Adverum Clinical Site 246
- Adverum site 179
- Lemont, IL
What taking part in a age-related macular degeneration 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.
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Common questions
- Are there age-related macular degeneration clinical trials near Chicago?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 22 recruiting age-related macular degeneration studies with a site near Chicago, 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 age-related macular degeneration study near Chicago?
- 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 Chicago to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Chicago, 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 age-related macular degeneration 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.
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