Clinical trials · Ohio
Children clinical trials in Ohio
We’re tracking 317 recruiting children studies with a site in Ohio — including Early Phase 1, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Ohio
- NCT06028113RecruitingPhase 2
A weight gain prevention program for high-risk babies in primary care
This study tests a program to help prevent unhealthy weight gain in babies at higher risk for obesity. Families will get extra support during regular check-ups at a pediatric clinic.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 1 day+ - NCT07325175Recruiting
Brain study to improve treatment for childhood dystonia
This study measures brain signals in children with dystonia to understand how the brain controls movement, with the goal of improving treatments like Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS). It also uses healthy children for comparison.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 6–21 - NCT07321353Recruiting
Survivors Journey+: Support for brain tumor survivors
This study looks at how to support children and teens who have finished treatment for a brain tumor. It may help families find ways to cope and thrive after cancer therapy.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 15–25 - 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.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 2 months–17 years - NCT07298447RecruitingPhase 3
Donidalorsen for children with hereditary angioedema
This study tests a new medicine, donidalorsen, to prevent swelling attacks in children ages 2 to 11 with hereditary angioedema (HAE). If your child has HAE type 1 or 2, this trial may help find a treatment option.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 2–11 - NCT05386173Recruiting
Tests fetal aortic valve balloon surgery for severe narrowing
This trial studies whether doing a procedure before birth to open a baby’s aortic valve improves outcomes. It compares this approach in a specific group of pregnancies with severe heart flow problems seen on ultrasound.
Columbus, OhioAges 5 months–7 months - NCT06896942Recruiting
Autism doula program for Black caregivers
This study offers a doula program (a trained support person) to help Black caregivers of young children newly diagnosed with autism. It aims to see if this support improves your experience and your child's development.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 1.5 years–5.9 years - NCT05547165Recruiting
Closing a leaky heart connection early in very small babies
This trial compares an early procedure to close a heart vessel called the ductus arteriosus versus careful observation alone in very low-birth-weight preterm infants. It aims to see whether closing the vessel early can improve outcomes and be done safely.
Columbus, OhioAges 1 week–1 month - NCT07253285RecruitingPhase 3
Study on cagrilintide and CagriSema for kids with excess weight
This trial tests two new medicines (cagrilintide and CagriSema) to see if they help children and teens lose weight. It's for young people who have tried lifestyle changes without enough success.
Columbus, OhioAges 8–18 - NCT07250802RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term study of zasocitinib for children with plaque psoriasis
This trial tests a daily pill (zasocitinib) for children and teens with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis that hasn't been controlled by other treatments. It aims to see if the pill can safely improve skin symptoms over a long period.
Canton, OhioAges 4–17 - NCT07252713Recruiting
Home-based physical activity program for children with motor delays
This study tests a home-based physical activity program using special equipment and telehealth (video calls) to help young children with cerebral palsy or severe motor delays become more active. The program is done in your own home with your help and support.
Columbus, OhioAges 1–6 - NCT03622359Recruiting
Imaging blood flow in leg artery disease using a scan
This study uses a special “radiotracer” scan to look at how well blood flows through the arteries in the legs. It may help researchers better understand circulation problems from peripheral artery disease.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07244419RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Preventing stem cell transplant rejection in children
This early-phase trial tests a medication to prevent rejection of donated stem cells in children. It's for patients who are at high risk for their transplant to fail.
Cincinnati, OhioAges Any age - 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.
Cleveland, OhioAges birth–2 years - NCT06082947Recruiting
Stem cell transplant with special cell depletion for children and young adults
This trial tests a type of stem cell transplant that removes certain immune cells (alpha-beta T cells and CD19 B cells) from the donor cells. This may help prevent graft-versus-host disease and other complications in patients with blood cancers who do not have a matched sibling donor.
Columbus, OhioAges Up to 30 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.
Akron, OhioAges Up to 15 years - NCT06911138Recruiting
Grammar therapy for children with language disorder
This study tests a new way to help children with developmental language disorder learn complex grammar. It may be a good fit if your child struggles with understanding and using sentences and has not received this type of therapy before.
Athens, OhioAges 8–11 - NCT07223463Recruiting
Medication support for teens and young adults with cancer
This trial tests a program to help teenagers and young adults take their oral cancer medications as prescribed. It aims to make medication routines easier and improve adherence.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 15–24 - NCT07223021RecruitingPhase 3
Fludarabine dosing study for B-cell ALL
This study tests a different dose of the chemotherapy drug fludarabine before CAR T-cell therapy (tisagenlecleucel) for children and young adults with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The goal is to see if the new dose works better at helping the body accept the CAR T cells while keeping side effects manageable.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 1 year+ - NCT07221851RecruitingPhase 3
Weekly vs daily growth hormone for short stature in children
This trial tests a weekly growth hormone injection (lonapegsomatropin) compared to the standard daily growth hormone shot in children with short stature due to certain conditions. It aims to see if the weekly shot works as well or better and is safe.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 2–17 - NCT07213908Recruiting
Comparing two school sleep programs for teens
This study compares two different sleep programs offered in schools to help teens sleep better. It looks at which one works best for improving sleep quality in youth with sleep problems.
Columbus, OhioAges 12–18 - NCT07212010Enrolling by invitation
Brain-related vision problems in children
This study looks at how brain injuries or abnormalities affect vision in children. It aims to better understand and diagnose cerebral visual impairment (CVI), a vision problem caused by brain issues rather than eye problems.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 6 months–6 years - NCT07199465RecruitingPhase 1
Letermovir for children after a kidney transplant
This study tests an oral antiviral medication called letermovir to see if it safely prevents CMV (a common virus) in children who have recently had a kidney transplant. It's for children ages typically 4 weeks to about a year post-transplant, with stable kidney function and no current CMV infection.
Cincinnati, OhioAges Up to 17 years - NCT07195123Recruiting
Testing the SMART IBD app for kids with IBD
This study tests whether a smartphone app called SMART IBD can help children with IBD take their medications more consistently. It is for children who are currently missing more than 1 in 7 doses of their daily or weekly IBD medication.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 13–17
Where these studies are running in Ohio
Institutions with a site for the recruiting children studies listed above.
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center · 8 studies
- Nationwide Children's Hospital · 7 studies
- Akron Children's Hospital · 2 studies
- Apex Clinical Research Center, LLC
- Ascendis Pharma Investigational Site
- Centricity Research - Ohio
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center ( Site 0002)
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center (Data collection only)
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 Ohio?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 317 recruiting children studies with a site in Ohio, 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 Ohio?
- 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 Ohio to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Ohio, 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 Ohio 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.