Clinical trials · Washington, D.C., DC
Children clinical trials in Washington, D.C.
We’re tracking 205 recruiting children studies with a site in or near Washington, D.C. — including Early Phase 1, Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Washington, D.C.
- NCT02852031Recruiting
Care program for newborns needing the Norwood procedure
This trial focuses on improving care for babies born with certain complex heart conditions where only one pumping chamber works. It is meant for babies (including unborn babies) who are planned to have the Norwood procedure, which is a common early surgery.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 1.3 years - NCT06618027Recruiting
Mindfulness program for teens with type 1 diabetes and mood concerns
This trial tests a mindfulness program designed to help teens with type 1 diabetes who are also dealing with feelings of depression or anxiety. The goal is to see if this program can improve their mood and overall well-being.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 13–17 - NCT04684368RecruitingPhase 2
New treatment for children and young adults with a brain tumor
This trial tests a new treatment approach for a rare brain tumor called NGGCT. It aims to see if a different way of treating the tumor can be effective and safe for children and young adults.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 3–29 - 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 - NCT07402837Enrolling by invitation
Flexible teaching tool for pediatric palliative care learners
This study is creating a teaching tool for healthcare professionals who rotate through pediatric palliative care. If you've spent at least half a day with the team, you can help shape how future learners are trained.
Silver Spring, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07696065RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Palliative care support for kids in early cancer trials
This study tests adding palliative care—extra comfort and quality-of-life support—for children and young adults being considered for early-phase cancer trials. It involves patients, their families, and their doctors.
Bethesda, MarylandAges birth–25 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - NCT05219617RecruitingPhase 3
Carisbamate for frequent drop seizures in Lennox-Gastaut
This Phase 3 study tests whether carisbamate can reduce drop seizures in people with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS). It also checks whether the treatment is safe when added to existing seizure medicines.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 4–55 - 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 - 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 - NCT05237986Recruiting
Study brain and thinking effects after CAR T therapy in youth
This study looks at how CAR T-cell treatment affects thinking, learning, and day-to-day brain function in children and young adults with certain blood cancers. You (and a caregiver) may complete online testing so researchers can track these changes over time and whether support is needed.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 5 years+ - NCT05229432Recruiting
Oatmeal meal test to study stomach movement in eosinophilic gastritis
This study looks at how your stomach moves (gastric motility) in people with eosinophilic gastritis, using a special oatmeal meal. The goal is to better understand stomach function and how it may relate to symptoms.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–59 - 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 - 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 - 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 5–99 - NCT04888936Recruiting
Study families with genetic RAS syndromes, including adults and children
This study looks at people with certain inherited genetic conditions called RASopathies and their family members. It helps researchers understand these conditions and how genetic changes run in families, which may improve future care.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 month–99 years - NCT05442515RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR T-cell treatment for hard-to-treat B-cell cancers in youth
This trial tests a personalized immune-cell therapy (CAR T cells) made to attack B-cell cancers that have come back or did not respond to prior treatment. It aims to see how well the treatment works and how safe it is in children and young adults.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3–39 - NCT06498596Recruiting
New ways to study movement in kids with movement disorders
This study tests new ways to measure movement (like walking and joint motion) in children and young adults. It's for people with cerebral palsy and healthy volunteers, to better understand movement differences.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 5–25 - 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 - NCT06908226Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
LP352 for children and adults with DEE
This trial tests a medication called LP352 for children and adults with certain types of epilepsy (Dravet syndrome, Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, or other developmental and epileptic encephalopathies). It's for people who already completed a previous study of LP352 and may benefit from continued treatment.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–66 - NCT05485155RecruitingPhase 2
Zemaira trial for adults with eosinophilic esophagus
This Phase 2 study tests Zemaira (an alpha-1 antitrypsin treatment given through an IV) to see if it improves eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) in adults. You may be able to help researchers learn whether this treatment can reduce EoE activity when standard treatments haven’t worked.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–70
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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.
- National Institutes of Health Clinical Center · 13 studies
- Children's National Medical Center · 2 studies
- Johns Hopkins University · 2 studies
- Mid-Atlantic Epilepsy and Sleep Center · 2 studies
- The National Institutes of Health · 2 studies
- Children's National Hospital
- Children's National Hospital
- Childrens National Hospital
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 205 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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