Clinical trials · Washington, D.C., DC
Children clinical trials in Washington, D.C.
We’re tracking 213 recruiting children studies with a site in or near Washington, D.C. — including Early Phase 1, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Washington, D.C.
- NCT06247787RecruitingPhase 1
Imetelstat plus chemo for relapsed leukemia in kids
This trial tests a new drug called imetelstat combined with two chemotherapy drugs (fludarabine and cytarabine) for children and teens with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), or juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia (JMML) that has come back or not responded to treatment. The goal is to find the safest dose of imetelstat and see if it helps control the cancer.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1–18 - 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 - NCT04782258RecruitingPhase 3
Testing the safety of tolvaptan in children with ARPKD
This trial is for children from 28 days old up to 18 years who have a rare kidney disease called ARPKD. It will test if the drug tolvaptan is safe for them. The study helps find new treatment options for kids with this condition.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 4 weeks–18 years - 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 - 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.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 12 months–25 years - NCT07746167Recruiting
Pupil response study in healthy adults
This study looks at how your pupils react to light in healthy people. It may help doctors understand normal eye responses, which could improve future eye tests.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18–60 - 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 - 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.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 13–20 - NCT06401330RecruitingPhase 3
Wilms tumor treatment study for children and young adults
This study is testing different treatments for children and young adults with a type of kidney cancer called Wilms tumor. The treatment you get depends on certain risk factors, like tumor stage and lab results. The goal is to give the right amount of treatment for each person's situation.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 30 years - 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 - NCT05839379Recruiting
Targeted therapy study for children and young adults with brain tumors
This trial studies a targeted medicine approach for high-grade glioma (a fast-growing brain tumor) and some diffuse midline tumors, including DIPG. It may help by matching treatment to tumor biology using tumor testing done before or around starting standard therapy.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1–39 - 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 - NCT07393373Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Long-term study of infigratinib in children with hypochondroplasia
This study is for children with hypochondroplasia who already completed the ACCEL 2/3 trial. It tests the long-term safety and effects of the study drug infigratinib, and gives continued access to the treatment.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 3–18 - 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 - 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.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 30 years - NCT06429982RecruitingPhase 1
Dexamethasone for children with rhabdomyolysis
This study tests whether adding a steroid medicine called dexamethasone to the usual treatment helps children with rhabdomyolysis recover faster. It is for children whose muscle breakdown is not due to trauma and who are not already on steroids.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 6 months–25 years - 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 - NCT01106794Recruiting
Test of tumor sample analysis for brainstem glioma
This trial analyzes tumor tissue or samples to learn more about brainstem gliomas, including a common type called diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma. The results may help doctors better understand these tumors and guide future treatments.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 21 years
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Children trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Washington, D.C.
Institutions with a site for the recruiting children studies listed above.
- Children's National Medical Center · 23 studies
- Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins · 3 studies
- Sinai Hospital of Baltimore · 3 studies
- University of Maryland Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center · 3 studies
- Inova Fairfax Medical Campus · 2 studies
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center · 2 studies
- Emerson Clinical Research Institute
- Johns Hopkins Children's Center
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.
Common questions
- Are there children clinical trials near Washington, D.C.?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 213 recruiting children studies with a site near Washington, D.C., 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 Washington, D.C.?
- 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 Washington, D.C. to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Washington, D.C., 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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