Clinical trials
Childhood clinical trials
Below are recruiting childhood clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 413 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06949904RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Melatonin as an add-on therapy for childhood pneumonia
This trial tests whether adding melatonin to standard pneumonia treatment helps children recover faster. It is for children aged 1 month to 12 years with pneumonia or severe pneumonia.
Islamabad, IslamabadAges 1 month–12 years - NCT07071051Recruiting
Study of calaspargase pegol on blood clotting in pediatric leukemia
This study looks at how a chemotherapy drug called calaspargase pegol affects blood clotting in children and young adults with leukemia. It will help doctors understand if changes in clotting are common and safe.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 2–22 - NCT07057453Recruiting
National childhood obesity prevention program for kids
This program helps children ages 6–11 who are overweight (but not obese) learn healthy habits to prevent obesity. It focuses on lifestyle changes and does not involve any medication or surgery.
Prague, CzechiaAges 6–11 - NCT07061665Recruiting
Childhood obesity prevention program in Chiba City schools
This study tests a program to prevent childhood obesity in Chiba City elementary schools. It looks at how school and community activities can help children stay healthy.
Chiba, ChibaAges 6–12 - NCT07019259Recruiting
Light therapy for nerve pain in childhood cancer survivors
This study tests whether shining light on the feet and legs can help reduce nerve damage caused by chemotherapy in people who had cancer as children. If you have ongoing numbness, tingling, or pain in your hands or feet from past chemo, this trial may offer a gentle, drug-free treatment.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 5 years+ - NCT07009288Recruiting
Time-restricted eating for childhood cancer survivors
This study looks at whether eating only during a set time each day can improve health in adults who survived childhood cancer. It may help with weight and related health issues.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06892483Recruiting
Breast milk changes after one exercise session
This trial looks at how your breast milk changes after you do one exercise session. It compares milk from people who exercise regularly with those who don't, to see if exercise affects milk composition.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–45 - NCT06769334Recruiting
School readiness program for young cancer survivors
This study helps young childhood cancer survivors (ages 3 to 6) get ready for school and daily life. It works with both the child's caregiver and teacher to provide support and resources.
Columbus, OhioAges Any age - NCT06654323Recruiting
Behavioral program for childhood obesity
This study tests different levels of a behavioral program to help children with obesity lose weight and live healthier. Families will receive support and guidance over 12 months.
Baton Rouge, LouisianaAges 5–17 - NCT06609928RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T cell therapy for children with relapsed AML that has FOLR1
This trial tests a special immune cell treatment (CAR T cells) that target a protein called FOLR1 found on some AML cells. It is for children aged 6 or younger whose leukemia has come back or not responded to treatment.
Seattle, WashingtonAges Up to 6 years - NCT06583447Recruiting
Time-Restricted Eating for Kids with Severe Obesity
This study tests whether eating only during a set window of time each day can help children ages 8–17 with severe obesity lose weight in a healthy way. It is a safer alternative to extreme diets or surgery.
Suzhou, JiangsuAges 8–17 - NCT06432790Recruiting
In-person vs online healthy living and asthma program for kids
This study compares two programs for helping children with asthma who are overweight or obese — one that is held in person and another that is offered online. It tests whether learning about healthy habits and asthma management works better when done face-to-face or on a computer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 4–17 - NCT06153316Recruiting
How school shootings affect students and staff
This study looks at how experiencing a school shooting impacts students, teachers, and principals. It compares schools that had a shooting to those that did not, to understand the effects on wellbeing.
New York, New YorkAges 11–65 - NCT06398509Recruiting
Preventing obesity in Latino babies at checkups
This study tests a program that helps prevent childhood obesity in low-income Latino families. It takes place during your baby's regular checkups and offers extra support for healthy feeding and growth.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 1 week–2 months - NCT04732273Recruiting
Study tracking long-term health after childhood cancer
This study follows people in Switzerland who finished treatment for childhood or teen cancer to learn about their long-term health. It may help doctors better understand late effects and follow-up needs after cancer treatment.
BaselAges Any age - NCT06326463RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T-cell therapy for CD70-positive blood cancers in children
This trial tests a special immune cell therapy (CAR T-cells) that targets a protein called CD70 on blood cancer cells. It is for children and young adults up to age 21 whose cancer has come back or hasn't gotten better with other treatments.
Memphis, TennesseeAges Up to 21 years - NCT06289010Recruiting
Family therapy for childhood depression: brain study
This study tests whether a family-focused therapy can help children ages 7 to 12 with depression. It looks at how the brain changes during treatment using an MRI scan.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 7–12 - NCT06284382Recruiting
Early trauma and brain smell test study
This study looks at how early childhood trauma affects brain chemistry, specifically a chemical called dopamine, during smelling tasks. You will have brain scans and smell tests to see if your brain reacts differently.
BronAges 18–30 - NCT06232304Recruiting
Program for young people with childhood lupus
This study tests a program to help teenagers and young adults with childhood-onset lupus manage symptoms like fatigue, sadness, or pain. It aims to improve daily life and well-being.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 12–22 - NCT06241300Recruiting
Parenting program for kids with attention or behavior challenges
This study tests a parenting program called the Chicago Parent Program to see if it helps children ages 4–5 who have trouble with attention, self-control, or following directions. Families who join will either receive the program right away or be in a control group that doesn't get it at first.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 4 years+ - NCT06236100Recruiting
Family substance use prevention with a family advocate
This study tests whether an extra advocate who helps families deal with past hardships makes a substance use prevention program work better. The program is for families with teens aged 7–17 in certain New Jersey communities that have higher rates of difficult childhood experiences and substance use problems.
Tinton Falls, New JerseyAges 7 years+ - NCT04917601Recruiting
Digital coaching for childhood obesity with family app support
This study tests a digital support system (a mobile app) to help children and families with obesity treatment. You may be able to use the app alongside the usual care plan if you meet the study’s age, health, and communication requirements.
MessinaAges 4–17 - NCT06129877Enrolling by invitation
Feeding difficulties study using the CHAMP app
This study collects information from families using the CHAMP App to learn more about feeding difficulties in children. It is open to patients already taking part in a related study where they agreed to use the app.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 1 month–18 years - NCT05978141Recruiting
T-cell lymphoma registry study
This study creates a registry for people with certain T-cell or NK-cell lymphomas. It collects health information and tumor samples to learn more about these diseases and improve future treatments.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for childhood?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 413 recruiting childhood 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 childhood 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 childhood 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
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.