Clinical trials
Children clinical trials
Below are recruiting children clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 2,993 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07089121RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Descartes-08 for young people with autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new therapy called Descartes-08 for children, teens, and young adults with autoimmune conditions like lupus, myasthenia gravis, or dermatomyositis. It aims to see if it can help control moderate disease that hasn't responded well enough to other treatments.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 12 years+ - NCT07087782Recruiting
Early high-calorie formula for infants with single ventricle heart condition
This trial tests whether starting a special high-calorie formula (Fortini) early helps infants with a single ventricle heart condition grow better and have fewer health problems between surgeries. It might improve outcomes before their next surgery.
Corpus Christi, TexasAges birth–6 months - NCT07087405Recruiting
Deep skin abrasion for stretch marks
This trial tests a treatment called deep skin abrasion for stretch marks. It may help improve the appearance of stretch marks by gently sanding the top layers of skin.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–70 - NCT07090057Recruiting
Targeting the plantaris muscle in ankle surgery for children
This study tests if removing the plantaris muscle during surgery improves ankle movement in children with tight heel cords. It aims to see if this extra step leads to better outcomes.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 4–17 - NCT07086989Recruiting
Heart health study for kids with chronic conditions
This study looks at heart disease risk in children and young adults (ages 6-25) with long-term health conditions like certain heart, kidney, or diabetes disorders. The goal is to better understand and manage heart risks early.
BudapestAges 6–25 - NCT07091539Recruiting
Fruit and vegetable vouchers for kids with fatty liver disease
This trial tests whether providing fruit and vegetable vouchers can help children with fatty liver disease (MASLD) improve their liver health. Families living in California with a child who has elevated BMI and liver enzymes may be eligible.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 6–17 - NCT07086612Recruiting
Sleep apnea and dental crossbite in children
This study looks at the link between sleep apnea (pauses in breathing during sleep) and a narrow upper jaw (crossbite) in children ages 6 to 16. It may help understand if treating the jaw can improve sleep breathing.
RouenAges 6–16 - NCT07086820Recruiting
Window prophylaxis for preventing TB in children
This trial tests if a short course of medication can prevent tuberculosis (TB) in children and teenagers who have been in close contact with someone who has active TB. The goal is to see if this approach can stop them from developing the disease.
Calama, AntofagastaAges 5–17 - NCT07094581Recruiting
How adenoid size affects chewing muscle in children
This study uses ultrasound to see if enlarged adenoids affect the masseter muscle (a chewing muscle) in children. It may help doctors understand how breathing problems during sleep or mouth breathing impact jaw muscles.
Aydin, EfelerAges 3–8 - NCT07087002RecruitingPhase 1
GPC2-CAR T cells for children and young adults with relapsed medulloblastoma
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy called GPC2-CAR T cells for children and young adults whose medulloblastoma or related brain tumor has come back or not responded to standard treatment. The goal is to see if these specially designed immune cells can find and attack the tumor.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 1–30 - NCT07092540Recruiting
Baby Duchenne Study: Early Years in Boys With DMD
This study tracks development and health in young boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy during the first three years of life. It aims to better understand early signs and how the condition progresses, which may help improve care and future treatments.
Rochester, New YorkAges birth–3 years - NCT05968807Recruiting
WhatsApp support for parents after a child’s organ transplant
This program pairs parents together using WhatsApp—experienced parents (mentors) and newer parents (mentees). It aims to help parents cope and adjust after a child’s solid organ transplant.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–75 - NCT06184503Recruiting
How velmanase alfa works in children under 3 with alpha-mannosidosis
This study looks at how the drug velmanase alfa (Lamzede) works in the body of young children with alpha-mannosidosis. It's for children who started the drug before age 3.
Miami, FloridaAges Up to 3 years - NCT06627205Recruiting
Sleep Restriction Therapy for children with autism
This study tests a therapy called Sleep Restriction Therapy to help children with autism who have trouble sleeping. It aims to see if this approach can improve sleep without changing other treatments.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 6–12 - NCT06512168Recruiting
Measuring aided language development in children
This study tests whether using an iPad communication app helps children with Down syndrome or cerebral palsy who have trouble speaking. It looks at how their language skills grow over time.
Orlando, FloridaAges 3.5 years–5 years - NCT06959758RecruitingPhase 4
Probiotics for childhood constipation
This study tests whether a probiotic supplement (BioKid LR) can help children with functional constipation — a condition where a child has hard, infrequent bowel movements with no other medical cause. The probiotic contains nine different types of good bacteria, including L. reuteri.
AfulaAges 6 months–17 years - NCT06974890Recruiting
Balance training for children with mild cognitive impairment
This study tests if special balance exercises can help improve walking, balance, and posture control in children with mild cognitive impairment. It may help your child move more confidently and safely.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12 - NCT06975852Recruiting
Follow-up study on children after trauma
This study follows up on children who were seen one year ago after a traumatic event. Researchers want to see how they are doing now and if they need more support.
Istanbul, FatihAges 7–18 - NCT07079488Enrolling by invitation
Vestibular function and motor development in young children
This study looks at how the balance system (vestibular function) develops in young children and how it relates to their motor skills. It may help understand typical and atypical development.
StockholmAges 5 months–3 years - NCT07078929RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T-cell therapy for children with relapsed or refractory ALL
This trial tests a new type of immune therapy called CAR T-cells (engineered to find and attack a protein called CD19 on leukemia cells) for children whose acute lymphoblastic leukemia has come back or hasn't responded to usual treatments. The goal is to see if these special cells can safely help control the disease.
Bangkok, BangkoknoiAges 1–18 - NCT07077213Recruiting
PET scan test for TB-related lung scarring
This study uses a special PET scan (called FAPI-74) to see if it can detect fibrosis (scarring) in the lungs of people with active TB. It looks at the scan both at the start of treatment and after 6 months of therapy to understand how the lungs heal.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07076498RecruitingPhase 1
Gene therapy for children and adults with diffuse midline glioma
This trial tests a modified herpes virus (M032) given directly into the brain tumor after standard radiation. The goal is to see if this virus can slow or stop the growth of diffuse midline glioma, a type of brain cancer.
Houston, TexasAges 3 years+ - NCT07085338RecruitingPhase 2
N-803 with chemoimmunotherapy for relapsed neuroblastoma
This trial tests adding a new drug called N-803 to a standard chemo-immunotherapy combination for children and young adults with high-risk neuroblastoma that has come back or not responded to previous treatments. The goal is to see if this combination works better at fighting the cancer.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges Up to 30 years - NCT07081724Recruiting
Early help program for toddlers waiting for autism diagnosis
This program offers early support for children aged 16 to 48 months who are waiting for an autism evaluation. It focuses on providing helpful strategies and activities while families wait for a formal diagnosis.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 1.3 years–4 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for children?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,993 recruiting children studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a children trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a children trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
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.