Clinical trials · Boston, MA
Diabetes clinical trials in Boston
We’re tracking 98 recruiting diabetes studies with a site in or near Boston — including Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Boston
- NCT07271043Recruiting
High-protein drink for weight loss in type 2 diabetes
This study tests if a high-protein diabetes shake can help people with type 2 diabetes who are starting a new class of diabetes medications (GLP-1 or GIP receptor agonists) lose weight and improve body composition. Participants will either take the shake or a placebo drink for several weeks.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–75 - NCT06575868Recruiting
Can myo-inositol prevent gestational diabetes in pregnancy?
This study tests whether a supplement called myo-inositol (a natural sugar-like substance) can help prevent gestational diabetes in pregnant women with obesity. If you join, you will wear a continuous glucose monitor to track your blood sugar levels and might take the supplement or a placebo.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–45 - NCT05390892RecruitingPhase 4
Preventing kidney and heart damage in type 2 diabetes
This study tests whether diabetes medicines can help prevent worsening heart and kidney problems in people with type 2 diabetes. You’ll be assigned by chance to one of these medicine types, and your other care will be adjusted for safety.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 40–80 - NCT06931275Recruiting
Reducing technology gaps in type 1 diabetes care
This trial tests if sending reminders to doctors can help more Black and Hispanic people with type 1 diabetes get access to helpful diabetes technology. It aims to reduce unfair differences in who gets to use these tools.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 2–95 - NCT07270133Recruiting
Diabetes eye health observation study
This study observes how diabetes affects vision over time in people with diabetes. It helps doctors better understand eye health without any treatment or intervention.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07009704Recruiting
Glucose monitoring and support in pregnancy study
This study tests whether using a continuous glucose monitor (a small sensor that tracks your blood sugar) along with support from others can help prevent or manage high blood sugar during pregnancy. It is for pregnant women under 20 weeks who have certain risk factors for gestational diabetes.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–45 - NCT06217302RecruitingPhase 3
Sotagliflozin for kidney protection in type 1 diabetes
This study tests whether sotagliflozin (a pill that helps control blood sugar and protects the kidneys) can slow down kidney function decline in people with type 1 diabetes and diabetic kidney disease. You may qualify if you have had type 1 diabetes for at least 8 years, have moderate kidney damage, and are on standard treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–75 - NCT04101669Recruiting
Diabetes device trial to improve blood sugar and weight
This study tests the RESET System to help people with type 2 diabetes lower their average blood sugar (HbA1c) despite current medication. It may also affect weight and safety outcomes by changing how food moves through the gut.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 22–65 - NCT06449677RecruitingTeam says not enrollingPhase 3
Bionic pancreas study for cystic fibrosis related diabetes
This trial tests if an automated insulin delivery system (the iLet bionic pancreas) can safely and effectively manage blood sugar in people with cystic fibrosis related diabetes (CFRD). If you have CFRD and already use insulin, this study may help you learn if a bionic pancreas works well for you.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 14 years+ - NCT06451757RecruitingPhase 3
A trial of sonlicromanol for mitochondrial disease
This trial tests a new medicine, sonlicromanol, for people with a specific type of mitochondrial disease (caused by the m.3243A>G mutation) who also have chronic fatigue and muscle weakness. The goal is to see if it helps improve symptoms and daily function.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06141434Recruiting
Maternal Exposures and Baby Diabetes Risk Study
This study follows pregnant women and their babies to learn how early-life factors may affect the risk of type 1 diabetes. If your baby has a parent or sibling with type 1 diabetes, you may be able to join.
Boston, MassachusettsAges birth–99 years - NCT06003153RecruitingPhase 4
Gene and sugar response study with oral semaglutide
This study looks at how your genes affect your body's response to a diabetes medication called semaglutide. It may help people with slightly high blood sugar (pre-diabetes) understand why some respond better than others.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT06190717Recruiting
Ultrasound implant to help dialysis fistula mature
This study tests whether a special ultrasound implant (EchoMark) helps a new dialysis fistula mature properly. It involves people with advanced kidney disease who are starting or already on dialysis and are having a fistula created in the upper arm.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–84 - NCT06614322RecruitingPhase 2
Testing Pain Sensitivity and Pain Relief for Nerve Pain in Feet
This study looks at how people with long-term nerve pain in their feet respond to pain relief. It aims to match the right treatment to each person based on their pain sensitivity.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT06790784RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing faricimab plus laser vs. surgery for diabetic eye disease
This study compares two approaches to treat advanced diabetic eye disease (proliferative diabetic retinopathy): injections of faricimab plus laser, versus surgery (vitrectomy) with laser. It is for people with diabetes who need treatment for PDR and still have relatively good vision (20/100 or better) in the affected eye.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07142252RecruitingPhase 2
New drug for recently diagnosed type 1 diabetes
This trial tests a new medicine (rezpegaldesleukin) to see if it can help preserve the body's ability to make some insulin in people recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. It's for children and adults diagnosed within the past 100 days.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 8–45 - NCT05899166Recruiting
Diet study to improve blood sugar control in new diabetes
This study looks at how carbohydrate intake may affect how well insulin-producing cells work and how stable your blood sugar becomes in children with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes. It may help families learn dietary steps that improve glucose control early on.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 5–12 - NCT05846802Recruiting
Gastroparesis and stomach symptoms registry for adults
This registry is for adults with long-lasting stomach emptying problems or related symptoms, helping researchers better understand patterns of nausea, pain, and fullness. You may be able to join if you meet specific symptom and test results, and can complete a stomach-emptying scan.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–85 - NCT07468188Recruiting
Diabetes Body Project: Body image support for women with type 2 diabetes
This study tests a program to help women with type 2 diabetes feel better about their body image. You'll attend group sessions that focus on improving how you see and feel about your body.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–40 - NCT06907147Recruiting
Renal denervation for uncontrolled high blood pressure
This trial tests a procedure called renal denervation to lower blood pressure in people whose medication isn't enough. It uses a special catheter to calm nerves near the kidneys that may be overactive.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT06783309RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing CNP-103 for newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes
This trial tests a new study drug called CNP-103 for people ages 12-35 who were recently diagnosed (within 6 months) with stage 3 type 1 diabetes. The goal is to see if the drug can help preserve the body's ability to make some insulin, potentially slowing the need for more insulin shots.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 12–35 - NCT06616844Recruiting
Patch for non-healing diabetic foot ulcers
This trial tests a special patch made from pig tissue (placenta) placed on diabetic foot ulcers that are not healing well. If you have a foot ulcer that has been present for 4 to 52 weeks and is not shrinking, you may be able to join the study.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07676565Recruiting
Adding new drugs to insulin for type 1 diabetes
This study tests whether adding certain diabetes pills (GLP-1 receptor agonists or SGLT inhibitors) to insulin is safe and helpful for adults with type 1 diabetes. Doctors will check your glucose monitor data to see how well this works.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06051058Recruiting
App for managing health after hospital discharge
This study tests a smartphone app designed to help people with multiple health conditions manage their care after leaving the hospital. It may help you feel more supported and avoid confusion during the transition from hospital to home.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 55 years+
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Where these studies are running near Boston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting diabetes studies listed above.
- Joslin Diabetes Center · 7 studies
- Boston Medical Center · 4 studies
- Massachusetts General Hospital · 4 studies
- Brigham and Women's Hospital · 3 studies
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center · 2 studies
- Tufts Medical Center · 2 studies
- Boston Children's Hospital
- Family Care Center at Kent Hospital
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.
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Common questions
- Are there diabetes clinical trials near Boston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 98 recruiting diabetes studies with a site near Boston, 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 Boston?
- 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 Boston to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Boston, 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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