Clinical trials · Boston, MA
Alcohol Drinking clinical trials in Boston
We’re tracking 5 recruiting alcohol drinking studies with a site in or near Boston — including Phase 2 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Boston
- NCT06994962Recruiting
Smartphone app to reduce heavy drinking in young adults
This study tests a smartphone app designed to help young adults (ages 18–25) drink less alcohol. If you're a heavy drinker and want to use technology to cut back, this app might be a good fit for you.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–25 - NCT05729256Recruiting
Study on alcohol and impulsive sexual choices in gay men
This study looks at how heavy drinking may affect “heat of the moment” sexual decisions and related thinking. You may be able to take part if you meet specific recent sex and drinking criteria.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07516873Recruiting
Mindfulness and Nerve Stimulation for Young Adults Drinking Heavily
This study tests whether brief mindfulness training combined with a mild electrical stimulation device on the ear can help reduce cravings and urges to drink alcohol in people aged 21–29 who drink heavily. The goal is to understand if this combination approach works better than either alone.
Malden, MassachusettsAges 21–29 - NCT07663448Recruiting
Mobile app to help young adults cut down on drinking and opioid use
This study tests a smartphone app to help young adults reduce how often they drink alcohol and use opioids at the same time. If you're interested in cutting back and use both substances close together at least once a week, this app might support your goals.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–25 - NCT05389930RecruitingPhase 2
Study how cannabis affects alcohol drinking
This Phase 2 study looks at whether using cannabis changes how much alcohol you drink. You may be able to take part if you’ve been drinking heavily and using cannabis recently and can meet health and screening requirements.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 21–50
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Where these studies are running near Boston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting alcohol drinking studies listed above.
- Brown University · 2 studies
- Boston University
- Cambridge Health Alliance Center for Mindfulness and Compassion
- Northeastern University
What taking part in a alcohol drinking 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.
Common questions
- Are there alcohol drinking clinical trials near Boston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 5 recruiting alcohol drinking studies with a site near Boston, 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 alcohol drinking study near Boston?
- 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 Boston to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Boston, 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 alcohol drinking 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 alcohol drinking studies open near Boston regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.