Clinical trials · Raleigh–Durham, NC
Diabetes clinical trials in Raleigh–Durham
We’re tracking 56 recruiting diabetes studies with a site in or near Raleigh–Durham — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Raleigh–Durham
- 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.
Cary, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07064473RecruitingPhase 3
Testing vicadrostat plus empagliflozin for diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease
This study tests a new pill called vicadrostat taken with another medicine (empagliflozin) to see if it helps people with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. It may reduce the risk of heart problems, but you must not have had heart failure or use certain other heart medications.
Cary, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07172893RecruitingPhase 4
Dermabind TL for diabetic foot ulcers
This trial tests a new wound dressing called DermaBind TL for people with diabetic foot ulcers. It aims to see if the dressing helps heal these wounds, which can be hard to treat.
Cary, North CarolinaAges 18–80 - NCT00341237Recruiting
Study linking genes and environment to health risks
This study looks at how your genes and your environment may affect your health. It may help researchers better understand who is most at risk so future prevention and care can be more personalized.
Research Triangle Park, North CarolinaAges 18–120 - NCT07662213RecruitingPhase 3
Elecoglipron vs semaglutide for type 2 diabetes
This study tests an experimental diabetes pill (elecoglipron) to see if it works as well as a current medicine, semaglutide, for people with type 2 diabetes who also have heart risk factors. It aims to help better control blood sugar and weight.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07197775Enrolling by invitation
Endogenex PULSE Registry: Tracking long-term outcomes
This registry collects information from people with type 2 diabetes who have already been treated with the Endogenex System. It helps researchers learn how the treatment works over time.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07662109RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new combo pill for type 2 diabetes
This study tests if a new medicine (elecoglipron) combined with dapagliflozin is safe and works better for adults with type 2 diabetes that isn't well controlled by diet or other medications.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06619860RecruitingPhase 2
VX-993 for diabetic nerve pain
This trial tests a new medicine called VX-993 for people with diabetes who have had nerve pain in both feet or legs for at least a year. The goal is to see if it reduces pain and is safe.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 18–80 - NCT07221045Recruiting
Food as medicine for food-insecure families in rural North Carolina
This study tests whether providing fresh produce boxes and nutrition classes helps families in rural North Carolina who struggle with food access. If you are a parent or caregiver of an 8–14-year-old and live in a participating county, you may qualify.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 8–64 - NCT07662135RecruitingPhase 3
A study of elecoglipron for type 2 diabetes with kidney problems
This trial tests a new medicine called elecoglipron to see if it helps control blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes who also have reduced kidney function. You would continue taking your current SGLT2i medication (like dapagliflozin).
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07222293Recruiting
Testing an AI tool to screen for diabetic eye disease
This study uses an AI program called DRISTi to screen for diabetic eye disease by taking pictures of the back of your eye. It's designed for adults with diabetes who haven't had major eye treatments or vision loss.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 21 years+ - NCT06681428Recruiting
Amniotic tissue treatment for diabetic foot ulcers
This trial tests whether an amniotic tissue treatment can help heal chronic diabetic foot ulcers that haven't improved with standard care. It focuses on a single ulcer below the ankle that has been present for more than 4 weeks but less than a year.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - 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.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 12–35 - NCT07743450RecruitingPhase 3
Daily oral medication for weight loss in adults with obesity and type 2 diabetes
This study tests a once-a-day pill for adults who are overweight or have obesity and also have type 2 diabetes. The goal is to see if the medication helps with weight loss and improves blood sugar control.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - 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.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 22 years+ - 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.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 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.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 18–80 - NCT07340320RecruitingPhase 2
CX11 tablets for type 2 diabetes
This trial tests an experimental drug called CX11 to see if it helps control blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes who are already taking metformin. It may be an option for you if your blood sugar is not well controlled and you meet the health requirements.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 18–75 - 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.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 55 years+ - NCT07654374RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a new pill for weight loss and diabetes
This study tests a new daily pill (aleniglipron) to help adults with excess weight and type 2 diabetes lose weight and improve blood sugar control. It may be a good fit if you have a BMI of 27 or higher and your diabetes is managed with A1c between 6.5% and 10%.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–79 - NCT02915198RecruitingPhase 4
Metformin for prediabetes to reduce heart and blood-vessel events
This trial tests whether taking metformin in people with prediabetes can lower the chance of future heart attack, stroke, or other blood-vessel problems. You may be a good fit if you have prediabetes plus existing cardiovascular disease or significant blood-vessel disease.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06919354RecruitingPhase 1
Study of GNTI-122 for new type 1 diabetes
This study tests a new treatment called GNTI-122 for adults recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes who still make some insulin. It aims to see if the treatment can help protect the cells that produce insulin.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–55 - NCT06906627Recruiting
Improving kidney screening for people with diabetes
This study helps people with type 2 diabetes get the right kidney tests to catch kidney problems early. Your doctor will check your kidney health through a simple blood and urine test.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT03713268Recruiting
Using a scan to guide eye surgery in real time
This trial tests whether a special eye scan (OCT) can help guide eye surgery during the operation. It may improve how surgeons see and target the exact eye structures they need to treat.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 4 weeks+
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Diabetes trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Raleigh–Durham
Institutions with a site for the recruiting diabetes studies listed above.
- Duke University Medical Center · 4 studies
- Research Site · 4 studies
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · 3 studies
- Care Access · 2 studies
- ACCOMPLISH-2 Research Site
- AURORA-2 Clinical Site
- Duke Eye Center
- Durham VA Medical Center, Durham, NC
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 North Carolina.
Common questions
- Are there diabetes clinical trials near Raleigh–Durham?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 56 recruiting diabetes studies with a site near Raleigh–Durham, 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 Raleigh–Durham?
- 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 Raleigh–Durham to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Raleigh–Durham, 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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