Clinical trials · Washington, D.C., DC
Child Development clinical trials in Washington, D.C.
We’re tracking 27 recruiting child development studies with a site in or near Washington, D.C. — including Phase 1 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Washington, D.C.
- NCT06026969Recruiting
Study on Lyme disease and baby development after pregnancy exposure
This study looks at how Lyme disease during pregnancy might affect a baby's development. It involves questionnaires and possibly an MRI of the baby's brain, done at a visit or remotely.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT00250159Recruiting
Natural history study for hormone-related excess androgen
This study follows people who may have too much “androgen” (a hormone) to learn what causes it and how it changes over time. You may be followed even if the exact cause is not yet known, and your results may help doctors better understand these conditions.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1 day–99 years - NCT04398901Enrolling by invitation
Study of brain and development outcomes after Zika exposure
This study follows children to compare development in kids exposed to Zika before birth versus similar children not exposed. The goal is to understand what effects Zika exposure may have on early brain development and long-term outcomes.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 3–7 - NCT05731141Recruiting
Study of lymphatic birthmarks and related genetic conditions
This study follows people who have lymphatic anomalies (lymphatic birthmarks) and sometimes related vascular or genetic conditions. It aims to better understand how these problems develop and what genetic causes may be involved.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 day–100 years - NCT06749366Recruiting
Finding Genes Linked to Cartilage Tumors and Blood Vessel Issues
This study uses genetic testing to find genes that cause certain types of cartilage tumors and blood vessel problems. If you or your child has one of these conditions, joining could help doctors understand what causes them and find better treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–100 - NCT03831958Recruiting
Follow-up study of children cured of Cushing disease
This study checks long-term health in people who were treated successfully for Cushing disease when they were under 21. It also collects information from family members to study genetic links to pituitary tumors.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–90 - NCT06851754RecruitingPhase 3
Hormone therapy for teens with early menopause
This trial tests whether hormone replacement therapy (HRT) helps protect bone health in teenagers with premature ovarian insufficiency (POI). It compares HRT to a placebo and also includes healthy volunteers for comparison.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 11–19 - NCT07502586Recruiting
Genetic study for Turner syndrome and family
This study looks at the genetic causes of Turner syndrome. It involves people with Turner syndrome and their family members to learn more about the condition. If you or your family member has Turner syndrome, this study may help answer questions about genetics and health.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 day–110 years - NCT03307317Recruiting
Testing brain signaling in infants at early risk
This study looks at how the brain “mirrors” or responds to actions, with the goal of finding early signs of neurodevelopmental disorders. It includes healthy adults and infants, and infants who may be at risk, to compare brain patterns early on.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 9 months–65 years - NCT03307304Recruiting
Studying different forms of childhood brain-wasting disease
This study looks at people with CLN3 and other related forms of NCL (a childhood brain-wasting illness) to better describe symptoms and disease changes over time. You may be followed with regular check-ins, medical records, and sometimes NIH visits or sample collection.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 week–100 years - NCT00344331Recruiting
Testing blood and MRI markers for Niemann-Pick type C
This study measures biochemical (blood/biologic) markers and may use clinical evaluation and MRI to better understand Niemann-Pick disease type C. It could help improve how the condition is tracked and understood over time.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 day–120 years - NCT06019182Recruiting
MEHMO syndrome: Understanding the condition over time
This study follows people with or at risk for MEHMO syndrome over time to better understand the condition and identify biological markers. It may include both affected individuals and their family members to see how the condition runs in families.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 week–100 years - NCT02390765Recruiting
Study of growth, weight, and behavior in children
This study looks at how children’s growth and weight relate to thinking, mood, and behavior. It may help researchers understand what patterns affect health and development so they can guide better support for families.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 8–100 - NCT05047354Recruiting
Study cholesterol metabolism in rare genetic conditions
This study looks at body chemistry (cholesterol-related lab findings) and physical features in people with Smith-Lemli-Opitz syndrome and related rare genetic cholesterol disorders. It may help researchers better understand these conditions and how they affect the body.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 day–100 years - NCT00001595Recruiting
Study of pituitary tumors and related hormone gland disorders
This research study investigates tumors and disorders of the pituitary gland (a small gland that controls many body hormones) and related areas of the brain. You may qualify if you have a pituitary tumor or disorder, or if you have a family history of these conditions.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–70 - NCT00004847RecruitingPhase 1
Understanding and Diagnosing Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma
This study helps doctors better understand and diagnose pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma—rare tumors that release stress hormones and cause high blood pressure and other symptoms. Researchers will study your medical history, blood and urine tests, imaging scans, and genetic information to improve how these conditions are found and understood.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3–120 - NCT02769975Recruiting
Check children and teens with hormone and metabolism problems
This study evaluates children (and sometimes relatives) who may have hormone (endocrine) or metabolism-related conditions. It helps doctors better understand these problems by doing a clinical evaluation.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3 months–100 years - NCT05440617Recruiting
Biobank for people having testicle-protecting cancer treatment
This study collects and stores biological samples from people who are planning to undergo OTC, a treatment used to help protect fertility during cancer therapy that can harm reproductive cells. It may help future research by providing researchers with tissue/blood samples linked to this treatment.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 4–35 - NCT05031507Recruiting
Study of bone disorders and inherited genetic factors
This study looks at bone (skeletal) disorders to better understand possible genetic causes, especially when phosphate levels or bone growth are affected. You may join either if you (or your child) has a bone disorder, or if you’re an unaffected family member who might help compare results.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2 months–100 years - NCT04708431Recruiting
Study of health and wellbeing in people with androgen insensitivity
This study looks at the long-term health and wellbeing of people with androgen insensitivity, a genetic condition that affects how the body responds to androgens (male-type hormones). It may help your care team understand what to watch for over time and improve future guidance for patients and families.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 8–99 - NCT05052216Recruiting
Wearable monitor study for kids’ sleep apnea
This study tests a wearable device that can help monitor breathing and sleep in children. It compares children with sleep apnea to children without sleep apnea using a simple nighttime monitoring approach.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3–12 - 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 - NCT05588167Recruiting
Niemann-Pick type C patient database and genetic data study
This study collects health information and genetic samples from people diagnosed with Niemann-Pick disease type C. The goal is to build a large database that can help researchers better understand the condition and improve future care.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3 months+ - NCT05600946Recruiting
Study of body differences in creatine transporter deficiency
This study looks at physical and body features in people with creatine transporter deficiency caused by a specific gene change (SLC6A8). It may help doctors better understand the condition and how it shows up, which can improve future care.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–40
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Where these studies are running near Washington, D.C.
Institutions with a site for the recruiting child development studies listed above.
- National Institutes of Health Clinical Center · 22 studies
- Children's National Medical Center · 2 studies
- MedStar Washington Hospital Center
What taking part in a child development 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 child development clinical trials near Washington, D.C.?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 27 recruiting child development studies with a site near Washington, D.C., 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 child development study near Washington, D.C.?
- 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 Washington, D.C. to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Washington, D.C., 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 child development 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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