Clinical trials
Children, Only clinical trials
Below are recruiting children, only clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 2,993 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06056908Recruiting
Shwachman Diamond Syndrome Registry and Study
This study is creating a registry for people with Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome (SDS) or similar conditions, and their family members. It aims to learn more about the condition and improve care by collecting health information over time.
Aurora, ColoradoAges Any age - NCT06065228Recruiting
Tracking treatment progress in children with IBD
This study looks at a new way to measure how well treatment is working in children with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It uses a special eye test called pupillometry, which is painless and non-invasive, to see if it can help doctors adjust treatment earlier.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 6–21 - NCT06072976Recruiting
How feeding affects gut health in babies with bowel conditions
This study looks at whether breast milk or formula helps babies with certain bowel problems heal faster and reach full feeds sooner. It compares how different milk affects the bacteria in a baby's gut.
Seattle, WashingtonAges birth–55 years - NCT06057974Recruiting
Close teamwork and NICU discharge readiness
This study looks at how well babies are ready to leave the NICU when their parents are closely involved in care. It is for families who speak Japanese and whose babies have been in the NICU for at least 2 weeks.
Azumino, NaganoAges Any age - NCT06072495Recruiting
Understanding Why Some Cleft Palate Repair Patients Have Ongoing Speech Issues
This study uses special MRI scans to help doctors understand why some children who had cleft palate surgery still have difficulty with certain speech sounds. By looking at how the muscles in the back of the throat work, researchers hope to improve future surgical techniques and speech outcomes.
AmiensAges 7–12 - NCT06069479Recruiting
Surgery vs. watching: study for kids with trigonocephaly
This study compares two approaches for children with trigonocephaly (a condition where the skull has a triangular shape): surgery or careful monitoring without surgery. The goal is to understand which approach leads to better clinical results, emotional well-being, and lower costs.
RotterdamAges Up to 8 years - NCT06057662Enrolling by invitation
Personalized diabetes support for newly diagnosed children
This study offers personalized support to help families manage type 1 diabetes in a newly diagnosed child. It includes education, monitoring, and guidance from a diabetes team for 2 years.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges birth–16 years - NCT06074068Recruiting
Support for fathers to reduce family violence and help children
This study tests a program for fathers who have had a recent incident of intimate partner violence (IPV). The goal is to see if the program can reduce violence in the home and improve children's emotional well-being.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT06080074RecruitingPhase 2
Emergency heart-lung machine study for children with severe heart failure
This study tests a specific heart-lung machine called Cardiohelp to help children with severe heart failure. It looks at how well the machine works and whether a blood thinner (either heparin or bivalirudin) is safer and more effective.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges birth–16 years - NCT06066983Recruiting
Treating anxiety in children with autism (DINO RCT)
This study tests a therapy to help young children with autism who also have anxiety. The goal is to reduce anxious behaviors and improve daily life.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 4–6 - NCT02143830RecruitingPhase 2
Stem cell transplant chemotherapy for Fanconi anemia
This Phase 2 study tests a stem cell transplant approach using adjusted chemotherapy doses for people with Fanconi anemia. It may help replace damaged bone marrow and treat blood problems like severe aplastic anemia, MDS, or leukemia.
New York, New YorkAges 3 months+ - NCT02055105Recruiting
Study tests a blood test pattern in children with sepsis
This trial studies how a specific pattern in blood (called “molecular fingerprinting”) changes in children with suspected or developing sepsis. The goal is to help doctors better recognize sepsis early and understand how it progresses, which may improve care.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 1–18 - NCT01050296Recruiting
Study of tumor samples to guide treatment for childhood cancers
This study collects and studies tissue or bone marrow samples from certain childhood tumors. The goal is to learn what’s going on inside the cancer (using molecular testing) to better understand the disease and how it may respond to treatment.
Memphis, TennesseeAges Up to 25 years - NCT03431064Recruiting
Ultrasound test during surgery to predict fluid needs in children
This study looks at a specific breathing maneuver done while your child is on a ventilator during surgery, and uses ultrasound-related measurements to predict whether they’ll need extra fluids. If it works, it may help doctors give the right amount of fluid and avoid problems from too little or too much.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Up to 17 years - NCT05024929Recruiting
Test targeted drugs to help radioactive iodine reach thyroid cancer
This study looks at whether certain cancer “targeted therapy” medicines can make radioactive iodine (RAI) therapy work better for thyroid cancer that has spread to the lungs. It also involves taking special whole-body scans to measure how much radioactive iodine gets taken up by the cancer.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges birth+ - NCT05078970Recruiting
Teen suicide intervention study for high-risk times
This study tests a suicide intervention approach for teens who are having suicidal thoughts or behaviors and are currently in an emergency or hospital setting. It may help you and your care team better support teens during the most risky period.
Columbus, OhioAges 11–17 - NCT05783323RecruitingPhase 2
Larotrectinib plus radiation for thyroid cancer with NTRK fusion
This Phase 2 trial tests larotrectinib (a targeted medicine) to help radioactive iodine (RAI) work better in people with differentiated thyroid cancer that has an NTRK gene fusion. It may improve how much thyroid cancer the RAI can reach and shrink.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 2–99 - NCT06055608RecruitingPhase 2
Improving kidney transplant outcomes in teens and young adults
This trial tests a new approach to help teenagers and young adults keep their first kidney transplant working well. It looks at how to improve long-term success by carefully managing the immune system around the time of transplant.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 13–20 - NCT06054295Recruiting
Twin study of childhood brain tumors
This study looks at genetic differences between identical twins where only one twin has a childhood brain or spinal cord tumor. It helps researchers understand why some children get cancer and others don't.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges Up to 18 years - NCT06034327Recruiting
Testing a new spectacle lens for slowing myopia in kids 6–8
This study tests a special spectacle lens designed to slow the progression of nearsightedness (myopia) in children aged 6 to 8. It may be a good option for kids who are mildly to moderately nearsighted and haven't used other myopia control treatments.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 6–8 - NCT06032195RecruitingPhase 2
Study of heart preservation in children needing a first transplant
This study looks at how the heart muscle is kept healthy after donation and before transplant in children. It aims to improve transplant success.
BerlinAges 1 day–17 years - NCT06044051Recruiting
Severe infant asthma and the lung microbiome study
This study looks at the bacteria (microbiome) in the airways of infants under 2 years old with severe asthma. It aims to understand how these bacteria might affect the disease.
RouenAges Up to 2 years - NCT06038721Recruiting
Unified Protocol for kids with emotional concerns
This trial tests a program called Unified Protocol for children ages 7–17 who have emotional difficulties like anxiety, depression, trauma, or obsessive-compulsive symptoms. It aims to help kids and their parents learn skills to manage these feelings together.
Coral Gables, FloridaAges 7–17 - NCT06040892Recruiting
Hearing in noise for children with two cochlear implants
This study tests if wearing two cochlear implants helps children hear speech better in noisy places. The goal is to improve listening skills in everyday situations like classrooms or playgrounds.
LyonAges 7–17
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for children, only?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,993 recruiting children, only 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 children, only 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 children, only 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.