Clinical trials · Maryland
Children clinical trials in Maryland
We’re tracking 118 recruiting children studies with a site in Maryland — including Phase 1, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Maryland
- NCT06503367Recruiting
Observation study for children 0-5 with LAMA2 muscular dystrophy
This study follows young children with LAMA2-related congenital muscular dystrophy to learn more about the disease. It does not test a new treatment, so it may help families understand the condition better and prepare for future trials.
Bethesda, MarylandAges Up to 5 years - NCT06461897RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing upadacitinib to dupilumab for eczema in children
This study tests whether an oral medicine (upadacitinib) works as well as a shot (dupilumab) for children aged 2 to 12 with moderate to severe eczema. It aims to see which treatment better controls symptoms like itching and skin rashes.
Lanham, MarylandAges 2–11 - NCT02523118Recruiting
Measuring symptoms and test results in eosinophilic gut diseases
This study looks at how eosinophilic inflammation in the esophagus and intestines affects outcomes like symptoms and test findings. It may help clinicians better understand these conditions and track what changes over time.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3 years+ - NCT06442761RecruitingPhase 1
Stem cell collection for sickle cell disease using motixafortide
This trial tests a drug called motixafortide that helps move stem cells from your bone marrow into your blood so they can be collected for future gene therapy. It is for adults with severe sickle cell disease who may benefit from this treatment approach.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06410209RecruitingPhase 2
Walking Juntos: Smartphone program to help Hispanic cancer survivors be active
This study will test if a smartphone program and social media group can help Hispanic/Latino teens and young adults who had childhood cancer become more physically active. You would wear a Fitbit and use a phone app with culturally tailored tips and support.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 15–20 - NCT06410976Recruiting
Study of hypochondroplasia in children
This study is for children with hypochondroplasia, a condition that causes short stature. It will look at how the condition changes over time and aims to better understand it, with the goal of finding new treatments.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2.5 years–16 years - 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 - NCT05975671Recruiting
Survey in pediatric ICU to reduce upfront vancomycin use
This study is a survey and quality-improvement effort in participating children’s intensive care units. It aims to understand and change how doctors decide to start vancomycin (an antibiotic) when sepsis is suspected, to improve care and avoid unnecessary use.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Any age - NCT06242873Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for kids with incomplete injuries
This study tests if mild electrical pulses to the spinal cord can help children ages 3 to 16 with incomplete spinal cord injuries walk better. It is important for children who still have some movement in their legs but need extra help to improve their walking.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 3–16 - NCT02708134Recruiting
Study of CPR quality in children and young adults
This trial looks at how well CPR (chest compressions) is done during an emergency resuscitation in children and young adults. The goal is to understand what helps improve care during life-saving resuscitation.
Baltimore, MarylandAges birth–18 years - NCT06172296RecruitingPhase 3
Dinutuximab plus transplant for high-risk neuroblastoma
This trial tests adding a targeted drug called dinutuximab to standard chemotherapy, surgery, and a stem cell transplant for children and young adults with a new diagnosis of high-risk neuroblastoma. The goal is to see if this combination helps more patients stay in remission.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Up to 30 years - NCT06145477Recruiting
Parenting support for preschoolers in Head Start
This study tests a new virtual program to help parents manage their preschool child's behavior and support their mental health. It is for families in Baltimore City Head Start programs.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–99 - NCT06124157RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted therapy plus chemo for children with Ph+ or Ph-like B-ALL
This trial tests if adding a targeted drug (dasatinib or imatinib) to a chemotherapy combination with blinatumomab works better for children and young adults with a specific genetic form of B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The goal is to see if this approach can improve treatment outcomes for patients with Philadelphia chromosome-positive or ABL-class Ph-like B-ALL.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 1 year–46 years - NCT03047369Recruiting
Myelin brain disorder research biobank for samples and data
This study collects brain-related medical information and biological samples to help researchers better understand leukodystrophies and other white-matter brain disorders. It may help future diagnosis and treatments by building a valuable “biobank” of patient data and samples.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Any age - NCT05726591Recruiting
Robotic exoskeleton study to improve walking in children
This study looks at how safely using a pediatric robotic exoskeleton over the long term can improve how children walk. It’s for children ages 3–17 who have certain movement or spine-related conditions and who can meet walking and joint-movement requirements.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3–17 - 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 - 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 - 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.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 13–20 - NCT06023589RecruitingPhase 3
Testing tezepelumab for kids with severe asthma
This study tests if tezepelumab can help reduce severe asthma attacks in children ages 5 to 11. It compares the drug to a placebo (a dummy treatment) to see if it is safe and effective.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 5–11 - 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 - NCT05723198RecruitingPhase 3
Baricitinib for severe childhood hair loss from alopecia areata
This trial tests whether baricitinib can improve severe alopecia areata (patchy, autoimmune hair loss) in children and teens. It’s meant for people who have had long-lasting, severe hair loss and have tried other treatments without enough benefit.
Rockville, MarylandAges 6–17 - NCT05705531Recruiting
Cardiac MRI study of heart health after Hodgkin lymphoma treatment
This study looks at how certain blood-related “growth patterns” connect to long-term heart health after treatment for classical Hodgkin lymphoma. It may help doctors better predict who could develop heart problems and how to monitor them over time.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 7 years+ - NCT05702645Recruiting
Down syndrome long-term study after leukemia treatment
This study follows children and young adults with Down syndrome who have survived acute leukemia (ALL or AML) to learn about their longer-term health after treatment ends. It may help families and doctors understand what health problems to watch for and how to provide better follow-up care.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 6–39
Children trials by city in Maryland
Where these studies are running in Maryland
Institutions with a site for the recruiting children studies listed above.
- Johns Hopkins University · 5 studies
- Kennedy Krieger Institute · 4 studies
- Sinai Hospital of Baltimore · 4 studies
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center · 3 studies
- Johns Hopkins Hospital · 2 studies
- University of Maryland/Greenebaum Cancer Center · 2 studies
- Baltimore City Public Schools
- DermAssociates PC.
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.
Children trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there children clinical trials in Maryland?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 118 recruiting children studies with a site in Maryland, 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 in Maryland?
- 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 Maryland to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Maryland, 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.
Not the right time?
New children studies open in Maryland regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.