Clinical trials
Diabetes (Insulin-requiring, Type 1 or Type 2) clinical trials
Below are recruiting diabetes (insulin-requiring, type 1 or type 2) clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 2,191 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06815081Recruiting
Capillary OGTT study for children and teens
This study looks at using a finger-prick test instead of a standard blood draw for the oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT), which measures how your body handles sugar. It may help young people at risk for or with early type 1 diabetes avoid repeated needle sticks.
CardiffAges Up to 17 years - NCT07051005Recruiting
Online self-compassion study for diabetes distress
This trial tests a tailored online program to help people with diabetes manage distress through self-compassion skills. It's designed for those whose diabetes team feels they could use extra mental health support.
Bangor, WalesAges 18–99 - 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 - NCT07165223RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new insulin for type 2 diabetes
This trial tests a new weekly insulin called GZR4 for people with type 2 diabetes who already use basal insulin. It aims to see how well it controls blood sugar and if it is safe.
Linyi, ShandongAges 18 years+ - NCT07282743RecruitingPhase 2
Study of GL0034 for overweight or obese adults with type 2 diabetes
This trial tests a new medication, GL0034, to see if it helps with weight loss and blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes who are overweight. Participants must already be taking metformin and not using other diabetes drugs.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07591103Recruiting
Understanding Diabetes Self-Care and Health Literacy
This research study examines how social factors, education, and personal beliefs affect how well people with diabetes manage their condition on their own. The goal is to understand what helps patients take better care of their diabetes day-to-day.
Alexandria, Alexandria GovernorateAges 18 years+ - NCT07638345Recruiting
AI-powered weight management for teens with diabetes or asthma
This study tests a smartphone app that uses artificial intelligence to help families manage weight and health for teenagers (ages 12–21) with Type 1 Diabetes or asthma. The app is designed to be personalized to each family's needs and may help improve overall health outcomes.
SevilleAges 18 years+ - NCT07122180Enrolling by invitation
14-day study of a new continuous glucose monitor for diabetes
This study tests a new continuous glucose monitor (CGM) that you wear for 14 days. It checks how accurate the device is and how well it helps track your blood sugar levels, all while being safe and easy to use.
Riga, RigaAges 18–80 - NCT06904846Enrolling by invitation
Testing a new continuous glucose monitor for 60 days
This study tests a new continuous glucose monitor (CGM) called iCan o3 that you wear on your abdomen for 60 days. It helps track your blood sugar levels continuously, so you and your doctor can see patterns and make better decisions about your diabetes care.
AntwerpAges 18–75 - NCT05055804Enrolling by invitation
Study links an ELG test reading to blood glucose
This study looks at whether a new ELG test reading matches your blood sugar results in people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. You may be asked to fast and come for two short visits so researchers can compare the tests.
Springdale, ArkansasAges 25–65 - NCT07167693RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing arginine for diabetic ketoacidosis in type 2 diabetes
This trial tests if an IV medicine called arginine hydrochloride can help manage diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) in people with type 2 diabetes. It's for those who come to the ER with very high blood sugar and ketones.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07167004Recruiting
Boosting nutrition with whole grains for prediabetes or diabetes
This study tests if providing whole-grain foods through online grocery shopping can improve nutrition for people with prediabetes or diabetes. It aims to help you manage your blood sugar better.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 45–70 - NCT06880835Recruiting
Inhaled insulin vs injected insulin for exercise blood sugar drops in type 1 diabetes
This trial tests whether a new inhaled insulin (Technosphere) causes fewer low blood sugar episodes during exercise compared to standard injected insulin in people with type 1 diabetes who use an automated insulin pump. It may help you avoid hypoglycemia while staying active.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 18–65 - NCT06251635Recruiting
Antipsychotics and brain insulin in women
This study looks at how a common antipsychotic medication (olanzapine) affects how the brain uses insulin in young women. It aims to understand weight gain and metabolic changes linked to these drugs.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–35 - NCT06723886Recruiting
Can olive pomace oil help control blood sugar?
This study tests whether olive pomace oil, a type of olive oil, can lower blood sugar in people with prediabetes or diabetes. It may be an option if you have high blood sugar and are not taking other medications or supplements.
Madrid, MadridAges 20–70 - NCT07634770RecruitingPhase 1
Oral insulin study compared to injected insulin
This early-stage study tests whether a new oral (swallowed) form of insulin called SCD0503 works as well as regular injected insulin in men with type 1 diabetes. Researchers will also check how food affects how your body absorbs the oral insulin.
Neuss, North Rhine-WestphaliaAges 18–64 - NCT07250789Recruiting
Brain Care Study: Screen and help for thinking decline in type 2 diabetes
This study screens older adults with type 2 diabetes for early signs of memory or thinking problems, and offers a program to help keep the brain healthy. It aims to find out if a combination of lifestyle changes, mental exercises, and medical support can slow cognitive decline.
CopenhagenAges 65 years+ - NCT06688331RecruitingPhase 2
Treating early stage 1 type 1 diabetes in children with cell therapy and antibody
This trial tests a new combination treatment for children who have been diagnosed with stage 1 type 1 diabetes, meaning they have some markers but do not yet need insulin. The treatment uses special immune cells (Treg cells) and an antibody (anti-CD20) to try to preserve the body's ability to make insulin.
BialystokAges 3–18 - NCT05498974Recruiting
Type 1 diabetes study for people with insulin dependence
This study is looking for people with type 1 diabetes to better understand the condition and how it may be managed. You might qualify if you were diagnosed by a specialist and are insulin-dependent under certain conditions.
Lanzhou, GansuAges Any age - NCT06906653Enrolling by invitation
Proactive care for newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes
This trial tests a new, proactive approach to help people newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes manage their condition through better initial care and support. If you’re a Kaiser Permanente Northern California member, you may get extra resources and guidance right from the start.
Pleasanton, CaliforniaAges 18–74 - NCT06825182RecruitingPhase 3
Islet alpha cell function in new type 2 diabetes
This trial looks at how certain cells in the pancreas work in people newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. It may help doctors understand the disease better and find new treatment approaches.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT03883412RecruitingPhase 4
Exercise and liraglutide for type 2 diabetes
This study tests if combining exercise with a drug called liraglutide improves blood vessel health and insulin sensitivity in people with type 2 diabetes. It looks at whether these treatments work better together or alone.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 21–60 - NCT04485871Recruiting
Omega-3 supplements to lower diabetes risk in at-risk adults
This trial tests whether taking omega-3 fatty acids can reduce risk factors for developing diabetes in people with normal cholesterol but other risk factors. You might be asked to follow study visits and dietary/health restrictions for about 33 weeks.
Montreal, QuebecAges 45–74 - NCT04783441Recruiting
Continuous glucose sensor study after kidney transplant
This study checks whether using a continuous glucose monitor (a sensor that tracks sugar throughout the day) is helpful and practical for people with a recent kidney transplant and type 2 diabetes on insulin. You may need to wear the sensor continuously and still do finger-stick glucose checks for safety.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for diabetes (insulin-requiring, type 1 or type 2)?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,191 recruiting diabetes (insulin-requiring, type 1 or type 2) 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 diabetes (insulin-requiring, type 1 or type 2) 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 diabetes (insulin-requiring, type 1 or type 2) 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.