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Children clinical trials in Baltimore
We’re tracking 212 recruiting children studies with a site in or near Baltimore — including Early Phase 1, Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Baltimore
- NCT06358638RecruitingPhase 2
Sickle cell transplant using a gentler approach for patients with donor antibodies
This trial is testing a new, gentler type of bone marrow transplant for children and young adults with sickle cell disease who have a healthy sibling donor with a mismatched blood type or who have antibodies against their donor's red blood cells. The goal is to replace the faulty bone marrow with healthy donor cells, with fewer side effects than traditional transplants.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 2–25 - NCT06994442RecruitingPhase 3
Best pain relief for children on a breathing tube
This study tests adding extra pain medicines (acetaminophen or an NSAID) to usual opioid pain treatment for children on a breathing machine. The goal is to find the safest and most effective way to manage pain.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 2 months–17 years - NCT06995729RecruitingPhase 1
Testing zavegepant nasal spray in children with migraines
This trial tests whether the medicine zavegepant (given as a nasal spray) is safe and works well for children aged 6 to 11 who have a history of migraines. If your child gets migraines, this study may help find a new treatment option.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 6–11 - NCT07322146Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Shorter antibiotics for children with common infections
This study tests whether shorter courses of antibiotics are as effective as longer ones for children hospitalized with pneumonia, skin infections, or urinary tract infections. It may help children get back to normal faster and reduce side effects.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 2 months–17 years - NCT03827694Recruiting
Testing a noninvasive scan for serious lung mold infections in kids
This study uses noninvasive breathing/relates imaging (MRI or CT) to help diagnose mold infections in the lungs in children and young adults. It may help doctors find these infections sooner, especially in people with weakened immune systems.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 4 months–21 years - NCT05587712RecruitingPhase 2
Sotatercept trial for children with pulmonary arterial hypertension
This Phase 2 trial tests sotatercept, a medicine that targets the blood-vessel changes in pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), in children. It may help improve how well the heart and lungs work by changing the underlying disease process.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1–17 - NCT05057702Recruiting
Personalized surgery-focused treatment plan for relapsed brain cancer
This study tests a personalized treatment plan for children and young adults whose medulloblastoma or ependymoma has come back. It aims to guide doctors using new tissue from surgery or biopsy after earlier treatments are fully finished.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1–39 - NCT06623981Recruiting
Treating maternal depression in an urban asthma clinic
This study tests whether treating depression in Black mothers of children with asthma can improve both the mother's mood and the child's asthma. It offers support for mothers who are feeling down and may help their child's asthma get better.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Any age - NCT04649242RecruitingPhase 3
Migraine pain relief study for kids and teens
This trial studies a medicine for stopping a migraine attack in children and teens. It may help families understand which treatment works best during acute (during-attack) migraine pain.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 6–17 - NCT05204446Enrolling by invitation
Behavior program for teens with celiac disease
This study tests a behavioral (coaching-style) program to help teens manage celiac disease. It may help by supporting teens and their parent/guardian with habits and coping skills.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 12–16 - NCT06597019RecruitingPhase 3
Study of inclisiran for children with high cholesterol
This trial tests a medicine called inclisiran to lower high cholesterol in children ages 6 to 12 with a genetic condition called heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH). It may help children who still have high cholesterol despite taking other treatments.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 6–11 - NCT06938542Enrolling by invitation
Palliative care needs for kids with rare diseases
This study asks children with rare diseases and their families about what kind of palliative care (comfort and support) they need. It aims to understand how to better help families through their child's illness.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1–99 - NCT06266455Recruiting
Nutrition plan to help preterm babies grow and develop
This study tests whether an individualized nutrition plan based on weekly measurements can help preterm infants grow better and improve brain development compared to standard feeding. It is for babies born very early (32 weeks or less) who receive human milk.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 4 weeks - NCT07058077RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of oral cholesterol-lowering pill in children with HeFH
This study tests an experimental daily pill (enlicitide decanoate) that lowers LDL ('bad') cholesterol in children and teens with a genetic condition called heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH). It aims to see if this medicine can safely help reduce their high cholesterol levels.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 6–17 - NCT05574296RecruitingPhase 1
Test hydrogen gas for children needing emergency heart resuscitation
This early safety study tests whether “hydrogen” can be given to children during emergency heart resuscitation that isn’t improving with standard efforts. It’s meant to see if the treatment is safe and feasible for a very specific, life-threatening situation.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Any age - NCT07003984RecruitingPhase 3
Chikungunya vaccine study for children
This study tests a vaccine for chikungunya virus in children aged 1 to 12. It aims to see if the vaccine is safe and helps the body build protection against the virus.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1–11 - NCT06333899RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Lorlatinib for newly diagnosed brain tumors with ROS or ALK fusion
This trial tests if lorlatinib, a targeted pill, can shrink or slow the growth of high-grade brain tumors that have a specific ROS or ALK genetic change. It is for children and young adults who have not yet had treatment for their tumor.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1–21 - NCT01401998Recruiting
Study collecting information from people with ARPKD
This study looks at medical records, imaging, and genetic testing for people with autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARPKD). It may help researchers better understand the condition and how it affects the liver and kidneys.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 18 years - NCT07017816RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Gene therapy, checkpoint inhibitor, and radiation for children with brain cancer
This trial tests a new combination treatment for children and young adults with brain tumors that have come back or not responded to standard therapy. The treatment includes a gene therapy (SGT-53) that delivers a normal TP53 gene, a checkpoint inhibitor drug that helps the immune system attack the cancer, and focused radiation. The goal is to see if this combination is safe and can shrink tumors.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 3–21 - NCT05991115Recruiting
Hospital to home study for children with asthma
This study helps families whose child is in the hospital for asthma. It aims to make the transition home smoother and reduce asthma-related health differences.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 4–12 - NCT04655404RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Larotrectinib for children with newly diagnosed glioma with NTRK fusion
This trial tests larotrectinib, a targeted cancer medicine, in children and teens with newly diagnosed high-grade brain glioma that has an NTRK fusion. It may help shrink or control tumors by targeting a specific genetic change in the cancer.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 21 years - NCT06620302RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Adding DT2216 to chemo for relapsed solid tumors and FLC
This trial is testing whether adding a new drug, DT2216, to standard chemotherapy can help treat solid tumors (not starting in the brain) or fibrolamellar carcinoma (FLC) that have come back or not responded to treatment. It's for children, teens, and young adults (ages 1 to 39).
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1–39 - NCT05332067RecruitingPhase 2
Omalizumab to prevent future asthma flare-ups before they start
This trial studies whether starting omalizumab before asthma flare-ups begin can reduce how often children get worsening asthma that needs strong steroid medicine. It is for children with persistent asthma who have signs of allergic/asthma triggers and recent flare-up history.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 6–17 - NCT05267821RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing anakinra to reduce inflammation in pediatric sepsis MODS
This study tests whether a medicine called anakinra can “turn down” harmful inflammation in children with severe illness from sepsis. It aims to improve organ function when multiple organs are starting to fail.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1 day–17 years
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Where these studies are running near Baltimore
Institutions with a site for the recruiting children studies listed above.
- Children's National Medical Center · 22 studies
- Emerson Clinical Research Institute
- Velocity Clinical Research, Washington DC
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.
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Common questions
- Are there children clinical trials near Baltimore?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 212 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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