Clinical trials · Baltimore, MD
Children clinical trials in Baltimore
We’re tracking 205 recruiting children studies with a site in or near Baltimore — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Baltimore
- NCT04870944RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CBL0137 for children with advanced solid or brain tumors
This early-phase study tests CBL0137 in children and teens whose cancer has come back or is not responding to treatment. It is also for some specific hard-to-treat brain tumors, to see if the drug is safe and can work against the cancer.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 1–21 - NCT07243652Recruiting
Helping kids recover after bronchiolitis
This study tests a program called I-DECIDE to help children recover after being hospitalized with bronchiolitis. It may help parents manage symptoms and decide when to seek care.
Baltimore, MarylandAges birth–2 years - NCT06647953RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a standard approach for pleuropulmonary blastoma, with or without topotecan
This trial compares a standard surgery and chemotherapy plan for type I pleuropulmonary blastoma (PPB) to adding the drug topotecan for types II and III PPB. The goal is to see if the extra drug helps shrink tumors and improve outcomes for children with more advanced disease.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Up to 21 years - NCT06783309RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing CNP-103 for newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes
This trial tests a new study drug called CNP-103 for people ages 12-35 who were recently diagnosed (within 6 months) with stage 3 type 1 diabetes. The goal is to see if the drug can help preserve the body's ability to make some insulin, potentially slowing the need for more insulin shots.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 12–35 - NCT06789913RecruitingPhase 2
Testing RLY-2608 for growth disorders linked to PIK3CA mutations
This trial tests a new medicine, RLY-2608, that targets the specific genetic change (PIK3CA mutation) causing overgrowth conditions. It aims to see if the drug can slow or stop the growth of affected tissues.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2 years+ - NCT06524882RecruitingPhase 3
Special glasses for lazy eye in children 8 to 12 years old
This trial tests if special movies or games viewed through a headset can improve vision in children with lazy eye (amblyopia). It compares these treatments to wearing glasses alone.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 8–12 - NCT03067181RecruitingPhase 3
Active surveillance and chemotherapy for germ cell tumors
This study looks at how to manage germ cell tumors in children and young adults using careful monitoring for some patients and chemotherapy for others. It aims to see whether these approaches can control the cancer while avoiding unnecessary treatment when possible.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Any age - NCT06380517RecruitingPhase 3
Headset therapy vs patching for lazy eye in children
This study tests a new way to treat lazy eye (amblyopia) in 4 to 7 year olds using special shows watched through a headset (dichoptic therapy). It compares this to the standard treatment of wearing a patch over the stronger eye. The goal is to see if the headset therapy works as well or better than patching.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 4–7 - NCT07366034RecruitingPhase 3
Testing nerandomilast for children with lung scarring
This trial tests a new oral medicine, nerandomilast, to see if it helps children and teens (ages 2 to under 18) who have a type of lung disease that causes scarring (interstitial lung disease). The study monitors how well patients tolerate the drug and whether it improves their breathing.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2–17 - NCT03465592RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Nivolumab after mismatched bone marrow transplant for sarcoma
This trial studies nivolumab (an immune treatment) in people with sarcoma who already had a partially mismatched bone marrow transplant. It may help the new immune system recognize and attack cancer, and researchers will also watch closely for side effects like GVHD (immune reaction after transplant) and autoimmune problems.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 1–40 - NCT05829668Recruiting
Behavior plan study for children with Cornelia de Lange syndrome
This study tests a structured behavior assessment and treatment program for children with Cornelia de Lange syndrome who have challenging behaviors. It may help reduce self-injury, aggression, and disruptive behavior through a plan families can carry out.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 3–15 - NCT05814510Recruiting
Help deliver an asthma program in schools and homes
This study tests an asthma education and management program for children, involving caregivers at home and staff at participating schools. You may be able to help by taking part in the program and supporting asthma care at home or school.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Any age - NCT05711667RecruitingPhase 3
Letermovir to prevent CMV after stem cell transplant in kids
This trial tests whether the medicine letermovir can prevent a common virus (CMV) from coming back after an allogeneic stem cell transplant in children. It may help lower the risk of CMV infection during the vulnerable period right after transplant.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2–18 - NCT02040714Enrolling by invitation
Study of current treatments for Perthes hip disease
This study follows children (and teens) with Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease to learn about how today’s treatments work in real life. It may help doctors choose the best next steps for your child’s hip health.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 1–18 - NCT03959085RecruitingPhase 3
Inotuzumab plus chemotherapy for high-risk childhood leukemia
This Phase 3 trial tests whether adding inotuzumab to standard post-induction chemotherapy improves outcomes for children and young teens with high-risk B-ALL, mixed phenotype acute leukemia (MPAL), or certain high-risk B-LLy. It may help by targeting leukemia cells more directly, but participation depends on specific age, lab results, and medical history rules.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 12 months–25 years - NCT07126262RecruitingPhase 2
Vosoritide for growth in infants with hypochondroplasia
This study tests a daily injection called vosoritide to see if it helps children with hypochondroplasia grow taller. It is for babies and toddlers up to 35 months old who are shorter than average for their age.
Baltimore, MarylandAges birth–3 years - NCT05442567RecruitingPhase 3
Vedolizumab study for kids with ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s
This Phase 3 study tests whether vedolizumab can help children with ulcerative colitis (UC) or Crohn’s disease (CD) who improved on earlier treatment. It focuses on kids who can stay off steroid medicines and follow study visits and safety rules.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2 years+ - NCT00736749Recruiting
Long-term health check for childhood cancer survivors
This trial tracks the long-term health of people who took part in previous Children's Oncology Group studies. It helps doctors understand the lasting effects of cancer treatment and improve care for survivors.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Any age - NCT06873035Enrolling by invitationPhase 2/Phase 3
Infigratinib for children with hypochondroplasia
This study tests an oral medication called infigratinib in children with hypochondroplasia, a form of short stature. It aims to see if the drug can help improve growth and is for children who are still growing.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 3–18 - NCT02402244Recruiting
Caring registry study for children and young people with cancer
This study keeps a careful record of children, teens, and young adults with cancer (and some related growths) and may follow them over time. It helps researchers better track outcomes and future contact so care can improve.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Up to 25 years - NCT06212947Recruiting
An observational study for children with hypochondroplasia
This study observes children with hypochondroplasia to learn more about the condition. It does not involve any treatment—just monitoring and data collection to help future research.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Up to 15 years - NCT04779320RecruitingPhase 3
Vedolizumab for teens with moderate to severe Crohn's
This trial tests vedolizumab to treat children and teens with moderate to severe Crohn’s disease when standard treatments haven’t worked or caused side effects. It may help reduce gut inflammation and symptoms and help some patients stay healthier over time.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2–17 - NCT07297979RecruitingPhase 1
Xaluritamig for relapsed or refractory Ewing sarcoma
This trial is testing a new drug called xaluritamig for children, teens, and adults with Ewing sarcoma that has come back or is not responding to treatment. The goal is to see if this drug can shrink the cancer or stop it from growing.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2 years+ - NCT04571658Recruiting
NEPTUNE Match study linking you to possible kidney research trials
This study is an add-on process that uses information from the NEPTUNE kidney study to see whether you might be able to join other kidney research trials. It may help connect eligible people with appropriate new treatment studies when they become available.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 1–80
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Where these studies are running near Baltimore
Institutions with a site for the recruiting children studies listed above.
- Johns Hopkins University · 16 studies
- Children's National Medical Center · 9 studies
- MedStar Georgetown University Hospital · 4 studies
- Sinai Hospital of Baltimore · 4 studies
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center · 4 studies
- Inova Fairfax Hospital · 3 studies
- University of Maryland/Greenebaum Cancer Center · 3 studies
- Greater Baltimore Medical Center · 2 studies
What taking part in a children 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.
Looking wider? See all recruiting children studies in Maryland.
Common questions
- Are there children clinical trials near Baltimore?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 205 recruiting children studies with a site near Baltimore, 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 children study near Baltimore?
- 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 Baltimore to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Baltimore, 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 children 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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