Clinical trials
Age-Related Macular Degeneration clinical trials
Below are recruiting age-related macular degeneration clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 138 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 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.
Mountain View, CaliforniaAges 55 years+ - NCT07367282RecruitingPhase 4
Faricimab for newly diagnosed wet age-related macular degeneration
This study tests if faricimab, an injectable eye medication, can improve vision in people with a newly diagnosed form of wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It is for patients who have not yet received treatment for this condition.
SeongnamAges 50 years+ - 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.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 55 years+ - NCT06237127Recruiting
Goji berries vs. fiber for age-related macular degeneration
This study compares the effects of eating goji berries versus taking fiber wafers on age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It looks at whether goji berries or fiber can help slow down the eye condition, especially for people with a family history of AMD.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 65–95 - 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.
Mesa, ArizonaAges 50 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.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 50 years+ - NCT03577041Recruiting
Cost study of eye injections for new macular degeneration
This study evaluates the cost-effectiveness of three anti-VEGF eye injection treatments (bevacizumab, ranibizumab, or aflibercept) for patients with newly diagnosed age-related macular degeneration affecting the center of vision. The research aims to understand which treatment option provides the best medical and financial value in France.
AmiensAges 18–70 - NCT03752840Recruiting
Community eye-worker program in Nepal
This trial tests a village-based approach to bring eye care closer to older community members. If you live in the right area and are willing to participate, it may help improve access to eye screening and services.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 60 years+ - NCT04292080RecruitingPhase 2
Tecfidera trial to slow worsening geographic atrophy
This Phase 2 study tests dimethyl fumarate (Tecfidera) to slow the growth of geographic atrophy, a form of age-related macular degeneration that affects central vision. You may be asked to take the study medicine and attend regular eye scans over about 2 years to see if it helps.
Créteil, Val De MarneAges 55–85 - NCT04339764RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
iPS cell eye transplant for dry macular degeneration
This early-phase study tests whether transplanting lab-made retinal cells from your own body can slow vision loss from geographic atrophy caused by dry age-related macular degeneration. It involves eye surgery and frequent follow-up to check safety and early signs of benefit.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 55–95 - NCT04504123RecruitingPhase 2
Doxycycline eye treatment for persistent wet macular degeneration fluid
This trial tests whether an “MMP-9 inhibitor” medicine given as doxycycline (a tetracycline-type antibiotic) can reduce persistent leaking and fluid in wet age-related macular degeneration. It may help people whose wet AMD is not fully controlled even after several anti-VEGF injections.
Iowa City, IowaAges 50–99 - NCT04663750RecruitingPhase 3
Surgery to treat bleeding under the retina in wet macular degeneration
This trial tests whether a specific eye surgery plus targeted clot-busting medicine and gas can improve vision after bleeding under the retina from “wet” age-related macular degeneration. It aims to reduce how long the bleeding lasts and help protect the central vision.
BonnAges 50–120 - NCT04739319Recruiting
Study of age-related macular degeneration changes
This study looks closely at how age-related macular degeneration (AMD) develops and changes over time by taking detailed eye measurements. It may help researchers better understand disease progression, especially for people who already have AMD.
East Melbourne, VictoriaAges 18 years+ - NCT04796545Recruiting
Implant study for late macular degeneration with cataracts
This post-market study looks at how well a telescope-like eye implant (NG SI IMT 3X) works for people with very advanced age-related macular degeneration that affects the center of vision, plus cataracts. The implant is placed in one eye, and you’ll get training to learn how to use it after surgery.
BrusselsAges 55 years+ - NCT04847635Recruiting
Laser test for aging-related macular spots under the retina
This trial studies a mild (“subthreshold”) laser treatment for reticular pseudodrusen (RPD) caused by age-related macular degeneration (AMD). If you qualify, the goal is to see whether the laser helps preserve or improve vision by targeting these specific eye changes.
GenovaAges 55 years+ - NCT07443826RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Gene therapy for age-related muscle loss and heart health
This trial tests a gene therapy that may help rebuild muscle and improve blood vessel growth in people ages 35 to 75. It's designed for those with stable health conditions and no history of cancer, heart disease, blood clots, or diabetes.
Coxen Hole, Bay IslandsAges 35–75 - NCT07160179RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of an eye injection for geographic atrophy
This study tests a new medicine (ABBV-6628) given as an injection into the eye to see how well it works and how it moves through the body for people with geographic atrophy (an advanced form of dry age-related macular degeneration). It may help slow vision loss from this condition.
Carmel, IndianaAges 50 years+ - NCT05355415Recruiting
Eye imaging study for outer retina diseases using adaptive optics
This study uses a special, high-detail eye imaging machine to take clear pictures of the outer retina. It may help researchers understand these eye conditions better, and how the eye images look when people have an outer retinal disease.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 21 years+ - NCT05438732Recruiting
Test of an implanted eye device plus vision training for AMD
This study tests a device that is surgically implanted in the eye of people with late-stage age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It also uses vision training with a telescope-like tool to see if the treatment can improve day-to-day vision.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 65 years+ - NCT05445063RecruitingPhase 1
iPSC eye-cell transplant for late dry macular degeneration
This Phase 1 study tests an experimental transplant made from your own cells to try to improve vision in people with advanced “late dry” age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It focuses first on safety, and may help some participants with limited central vision.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 50–75 - NCT05465252Recruiting
Omega-3 supplement to slow early dry macular degeneration
This trial studies whether taking omega-3 fatty acids can slow the worsening of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) in people with early or intermediate disease. It may help by testing if omega-3 changes how the retina changes over time.
ShanghaiAges 50–85 - NCT05626114RecruitingPhase 2
Study of a lab-made eye treatment after subretinal surgery
This Phase 2 study tests OpRegen, a treatment delivered during special eye surgery, for geographic atrophy related to age-related macular degeneration (GA from AMD). It also includes an imaging “substudy” that uses detailed pictures of your retina to better track safety and activity.
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAges 50 years+ - NCT05672121RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Gene therapy safety study for neovascular macular degeneration
This trial tests a new gene therapy drug (KH631) to see if it is safe and tolerated in people with neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD). It may help your retina problems, but the early goal is mainly to learn about side effects and how the treatment behaves in the eye.
BeijingAges 50–85
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for age-related macular degeneration?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 138 recruiting age-related macular degeneration 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 age-related macular degeneration 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 age-related macular degeneration 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
- Neovascular Age-related Macular Degeneration
- Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration (nAMD)
- Dry Age-related Macular Degeneration
- Wet Age-related Macular Degeneration
- Neovascular (Wet) Age-Related Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Exudative Age-Related Macular Degeneration
- Wet Age-related Macular Degeneration (wAMD)
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.