Clinical trials · Austin, TX
Diabetes clinical trials in Austin
We’re tracking 42 recruiting diabetes studies with a site in or near Austin — including Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Austin
- NCT03585153Enrolling by invitation
Pancreas imaging study in people with type 1 diabetes
This study takes pictures of the pancreas in children and teens (and likely adults) with type 1 diabetes soon after diagnosis. The goal is to learn more about how the pancreas changes with diabetes, which may help future care.
Austin, TexasAges 8 years+ - NCT06321302RecruitingPhase 2
Study of BI 764524 for diabetic retinopathy
This study tests an investigational drug called BI 764524 for people with moderate to severe diabetic retinopathy, a complication of diabetes that can damage the retina. The goal is to see if the treatment can help prevent vision loss.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06544876Recruiting
Balance and recovery in diabetes nerve damage
This study looks at how diabetes-related nerve damage affects balance and the ability to recover from a stumble. It may help find better ways to prevent falls.
Austin, TexasAges 50–99 - NCT07797335RecruitingPhase 3
Zenagamtide for diabetes and weight loss
This study compares a new once-weekly injection to lower blood sugar levels against a standard daily injection in people with type 2 diabetes who are at high risk for heart problems. It aims to find out if the new medicine is more effective in managing blood sugar and body weight.
Austin, TexasAges 45 years+ - NCT07817251RecruitingPhase 3
Switching From Semaglutide to Cagrisema in Type 2 Diabetes
This study looks at how people with type 2 diabetes tolerate switching from a weekly semaglutide injection (like Ozempic or Wegovy) to a new experimental medicine called Cagrisema. The goal is to see if the switch is safe and effective.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06962839RecruitingPhase 2
Study of BI 1815368 for diabetic macular edema
This study tests a new medicine, BI 1815368, to see if it can help people with diabetic macular edema, a condition that causes swelling in the back of the eye and can blur vision. If you qualify, you may be able to try this treatment and help researchers learn if it works.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07521475Recruiting
Fully Closed Loop Insulin Pump for Type 2 Diabetes
This study tests a new automated insulin pump system (Omnipod) that adjusts insulin doses on its own throughout the day for people with type 2 diabetes. The goal is to see if it helps keep blood sugar levels more stable while reducing the burden of manual insulin management.
Austin, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT07592273RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Gene therapy for diabetic eye disease without macular swelling
This trial tests a gene therapy injection into the eye to treat diabetic retinopathy (eye damage from diabetes) before it progresses. The goal is to slow or prevent vision loss and potentially delay the need for laser treatment or other injections.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07599982Recruiting
Safety test of MODI insulin adjustment system for adults
This trial tests MODI, a smartphone app that helps automatically adjust your insulin doses based on blood sugar readings from a continuous glucose monitor. The study checks if this system is safe and helps people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar better.
Austin, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT07197788Enrolling by invitation
Continued access to the Endogenex device study for type 2 diabetes
This trial offers continued access to the Endogenex system for people who were in the sham (placebo) group of the ReCET study and have completed their 12-month visit. It tests a device that treats the duodenum to improve blood sugar control.
Austin, TexasAges 22 years+ - NCT07754461RecruitingPhase 3
Survodutide for blood sugar control in type 2 diabetes
This study tests an investigational drug called survodutide to see if it helps people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar levels. Participants will receive either survodutide or a placebo, and the study will compare changes in HbA1c (a measure of blood sugar control).
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06368817RecruitingPhase 2
Lower radiation dose for children with CNS germinoma
This trial will see if giving a lower dose of radiation therapy can still effectively treat children and young adults with a type of brain tumor called germinoma. The goal is to reduce side effects while keeping the cancer under control.
Austin, TexasAges 3–29 - NCT07502508RecruitingPhase 2
Icovamenib for type 2 diabetes with Ozempic
This trial tests an investigational pill called icovamenib for people with type 2 diabetes who are already on Ozempic but still have high blood sugar. The goal is to see if adding icovamenib helps lower blood sugar more safely.
Austin, TexasAges 18–70 - NCT06897475RecruitingPhase 2
Study of LY3457263 for type 2 diabetes on semaglutide or tirzepatide
This study tests if adding LY3457263 helps lower blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes who are already taking a stable dose of semaglutide or tirzepatide. You will be randomly assigned to get either LY3457263 or a placebo.
Round Rock, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT07664553RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new diabetes tablet for people on insulin
This trial tests a new once-daily tablet (elecoglipron) against a placebo to see if it can help improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes who are already on insulin. It may offer an additional treatment option to help manage your diabetes.
Round Rock, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06628908RecruitingPhase 3
Study of suzetrigine for painful diabetic nerve damage
This trial tests an experimental medicine called suzetrigine to see if it can safely reduce pain caused by nerve damage from diabetes (diabetic peripheral neuropathy). It might be an option if you have had daily pain in both legs and current treatments haven't worked well enough.
Round Rock, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT07209475RecruitingPhase 4
Amnio-Maxx for healing diabetic foot ulcers
This trial tests whether a special wound dressing called Amnio-Maxx can help heal foot ulcers in people with diabetes. You may qualify if you have a diabetic foot ulcer that hasn't healed much with standard care.
Spicewood, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06112418Recruiting
Personalized vs standard care to prevent heart attacks
This trial compares two ways to prevent heart attacks and strokes: one uses a special heart CT scan to guide care, the other uses standard risk factors like blood pressure and cholesterol. You may be eligible if you are older (men over 55, women over 65) and have diabetes, prediabetes, or metabolic syndrome.
San Marcos, TexasAges 55 years+
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Where these studies are running near Austin
Institutions with a site for the recruiting diabetes studies listed above.
- Texas Diabetes & Endocrinology · 3 studies
- Austin Clinical Research, LLC · 2 studies
- Austin Retina Associates · 2 studies
- The University of Texas at Austin · 2 studies
- Austin Research Center for Retina
- Be Well Clinical Studies
- Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas
- Elite Foot & Ankle Associates
What taking part in a diabetes 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.
Looking wider? See all recruiting diabetes studies in Texas.
Common questions
- Are there diabetes clinical trials near Austin?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 42 recruiting diabetes studies with a site near Austin, 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 diabetes study near Austin?
- 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 Austin to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Austin, 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 diabetes 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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