Clinical trials · Maryland
Children clinical trials in Maryland
We’re tracking 124 recruiting children studies with a site in Maryland — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Maryland
- NCT06995872RecruitingPhase 1
Study of rhIL-15 with immunotherapy and chemo for neuroblastoma
This trial tests a new combination of drugs (rhIL-15, dinutuximab, irinotecan, and temozolomide) for children and young adults whose neuroblastoma has come back or hasn't responded to other treatments. The goal is to see if this mix can help shrink or control the cancer.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3–35 - NCT07029828RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term study of ritlecitinib for severe alopecia areata in children
This study tests a medicine called ritlecitinib for children with severe alopecia areata (a condition causing hair loss). It is for kids who have already completed a previous study of this medicine to see how well it works and how safe it is over a longer period.
Marriottsville, MarylandAges 6–14 - NCT07031323Recruiting
OnTrackCF: Using a smartphone app to help manage CF treatment
This study tests a smartphone app designed to help people with cystic fibrosis stay on track with their twice-daily CFTR modulator medication. Researchers want to see if the app is easy to use and helpful.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07300267RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new pneumococcal vaccine for infants and toddlers
This trial tests a new vaccine called V118C to protect children against pneumococcal disease. It is for two age groups: toddlers aged 12-15 months who already had 3 doses of a standard pneumococcal vaccine, and babies about 2 months old who have not had any pneumococcal vaccine yet.
Columbia, MarylandAges 2 months–1.3 years - NCT07328503RecruitingPhase 2
CD22 CAR T-cells to prevent relapse after CD19 CAR T-cell therapy
This trial tests if giving a second type of CAR T-cell therapy that targets CD22 can help keep B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in remission for people who are already in remission after CD19 CAR T-cell treatment. It aims to reduce the risk of the cancer coming back.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3–65 - NCT05131685Recruiting
Child wrist fracture study comparing treatment for certain breaks
This study looks at treatment for children’s wrist (distal radius) fractures that are very displaced but not involving the growth plate. It may help doctors find the best way to reset and stabilize the bone when the fracture is recent.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 4–10 - NCT00001186Recruiting
Camping for children and teens with cancer
This study looks at whether a special camp experience helps children and young adults with cancer feel better emotionally and socially. Campers participate in normal camp activities while receiving any medical care they need.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 7–25 - NCT00345553Recruiting
Study for children with biliary atresia
This study enrolls children and young adults with biliary atresia (a condition where bile can’t flow properly from the liver) to learn from their care and outcomes over scheduled visits. It may help researchers understand the disease better and improve future treatment.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 6 months–20 years - NCT01790152Recruiting
Dexrazoxane study to monitor heart damage in cancer survivors
This study tests dexrazoxane (DRZ) to see how it affects blood and heart-related “biomarkers,” or measurable signs of heart damage, after cancer treatment. It mainly targets survivors who may be at risk for cardiomyopathy (heart muscle weakness) or related heart failure.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Any age - NCT00674388Recruiting
Improving care for children during anesthesia
This study aims to improve how anesthesia care is delivered to children in participating hospitals. Because it includes all children having anesthesia, it may help ensure safer, better care during procedures.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Up to 21 years - NCT01306019RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Gene therapy for children with severe immune deficiency (XSCID)
This trial tests a one-time gene therapy approach to help children with X-linked SCID (a serious inherited immune disorder) make better immune cells. It’s for people who don’t have a fully matched sibling donor and need long-term follow-up after treatment.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–50 - NCT01132885Recruiting
Brain scans in children with Williams syndrome
This study uses brain testing—often MRI scans—to learn how the brains of children with Williams syndrome are different from typical development. It may help researchers better describe brain patterns and improve future care for people with Williams syndrome.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 5 years+ - NCT01829724Recruiting
Brain activity study during repeated movement in some children
This study uses brain and muscle activity recordings while you do simple repeated movements. It may help researchers understand how brains work during movement in people with certain childhood injuries that affect walking and arm/leg control.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 5–100 - NCT01660984Recruiting
Natural history study for medullary thyroid cancer or MEN2
This study follows children and adults with medullary thyroid cancer (MTC) and/or MEN2 to better understand how the condition progresses over time. It may help doctors plan care in the future by collecting long-term health and lab information, not by giving a new treatment.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 4 months+ - NCT02193841RecruitingPhase 3
Treating simple bone cysts in children with new bone support
This study looks at how well a treatment works for children with a simple bone cyst in an arm or leg. The goal is to prevent problems like fractures while the cyst heals, using a stabilizing implant in the bone.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2–21 - NCT02390752RecruitingPhase 1
Early drug study for children and young adults with hard-to-treat cancers
This Phase 1 trial tests pexidartinib (TURALIO) to see how safe it is and how well it works against refractory (hard-to-treat) leukemias and solid tumors, including tumors seen with NF1 and MPNST. It mainly helps researchers learn the best way to dose the medication and gather early signals of benefit.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3–35 - NCT02769975Recruiting
Check children and teens with hormone and metabolism problems
This study evaluates children (and sometimes relatives) who may have hormone (endocrine) or metabolism-related conditions. It helps doctors better understand these problems by doing a clinical evaluation.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3 months–100 years - NCT02390765Recruiting
Study of growth, weight, and behavior in children
This study looks at how children’s growth and weight relate to thinking, mood, and behavior. It may help researchers understand what patterns affect health and development so they can guide better support for families.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 8–100 - 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 - 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 - 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+ - 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 - NCT07454343Recruiting
Observational study on Erdheim-Chester disease
This study collects information from patients with Erdheim-Chester disease (ECD) to better understand the condition and how it is treated. By looking at medical records, researchers hope to improve care for people with ECD.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 7 years+ - NCT06998134Recruiting
Exoskeleton walking training for children and young adults
This trial tests whether a robotic leg exoskeleton can help improve walking in children and young adults with certain conditions (like cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida, or spinal cord injury) or those with no walking issues. The goal is to find out if the exoskeleton is safe and effective for everyday use, especially in younger people who might lose the ability to walk as they get older.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 5–25
Children trials by city in Maryland
Where these studies are running in Maryland
Institutions with a site for the recruiting children studies listed above.
- National Institutes of Health Clinical Center · 12 studies
- Johns Hopkins Hospital · 3 studies
- Johns Hopkins University · 3 studies
- Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins · 2 studies
- Sinai Hospital of Baltimore · 2 studies
- Johns Hopkins Children's Center
- Kindred Hair and Skin Center
- National Institute of Health
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 124 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.