Clinical trials · Colorado
Diabetes clinical trials in Colorado
We’re tracking 72 recruiting diabetes studies with a site in Colorado — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Colorado
- NCT07011147Recruiting
Real-world test of automated insulin delivery in primary care
This study tests if an automated insulin delivery system (the iLet bionic pancreas) works well in real-world primary care settings for people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. It aims to see if this technology can help manage blood sugar more easily.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–89 - 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.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 12–35 - NCT05008276Recruiting
Study of puberty, diabetes, and kidney stress in teens
This trial studies how puberty and blood sugar changes affect the kidneys in people with type 1 diabetes. It may help researchers understand early kidney risk and identify who needs closer monitoring.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 8–14 - NCT05822609RecruitingPhase 2
Semaglutide for kidney disease in adults with type 1 diabetes
This Phase 2 study tests semaglutide (a diabetes and weight-related medicine) to see if it can slow or improve diabetic kidney disease in people with type 1 diabetes. You may be able to join if you have type 1 diabetes for at least 5 years and ongoing signs of kidney damage measured in urine tests.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - 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.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–75 - NCT05530356Enrolling by invitation
Study of kidney blood flow and insulin resistance in youth
This study looks at how well insulin is working and how the kidneys use energy by measuring kidney blood flow. It compares obese young people with and without type 2 diabetes to lean controls, using a PET scan (a special imaging test).
Aurora, ColoradoAges 12–26 - 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.
Durango, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07228117Recruiting
Testing a new automated insulin pump for people with diabetes
This study tests a new automated insulin delivery system (a pump that helps manage blood sugar) in children and adults with diabetes. It aims to see if the system is safe and easy to use in daily life.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 7–85 - NCT05065372RecruitingPhase 1
Metformin test with automated insulin in teens with type 1
This Phase 1 study tests how adding metformin affects blood flow in the kidneys, insulin sensitivity, and overall heart/metabolic health in young people with type 1 diabetes. It may help researchers understand whether this combo is safe and beneficial alongside automated or pump/shot insulin care.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 12–25 - NCT05544266Recruiting
Study rare diabetes patterns to better guide diagnosis
This study looks at people who may have a “non-typical” form of diabetes, including rare genetic causes or unusual symptoms. It may help your care team understand what type of diabetes you have and whether specific genetic testing could explain it.
Aurora, ColoradoAges Any age - NCT05580536Recruiting
Text-message program for Arab Americans with type 2 diabetes
This study tests a diabetes support program designed for Arab Americans, using regular text messages and materials in Arabic and English. It may help people improve blood sugar control and stay engaged in their care.
Denver, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06297980Recruiting
Periods, blood sugar, and exercise in type 1 diabetes
This study looks at how your menstrual cycle affects your blood sugar and how you respond to exercise if you have type 1 diabetes. It aims to help women manage their diabetes better throughout the month.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–45 - 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.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 8–45 - NCT07494188Enrolling by invitation
Sleep screening for teens with type 1 diabetes
This study screens teenagers with type 1 diabetes for sleep problems and offers support to improve sleep, which may help with blood sugar control.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 11–17 - NCT06191094Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Vabysmo before eye surgery for bleeding in diabetes
This trial tests if an injection of Vabysmo (faricimab) given before surgery can help people with eye bleeding from diabetic retinopathy. It aims to reduce blood in the eye and improve surgery outcomes.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07061574RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of immune-modulating drugs for new-onset type 1 diabetes
This study tests two different medications (Anti-Thymocyte Globulin and Adalimumab or Verapamil) to see if they can slow down the loss of insulin production in people with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive one of the treatments and will be followed for about a year to see how well their bodies still make insulin.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 9–20 - 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.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT05762107RecruitingPhase 2
Drug ZT-01 to reduce low blood sugar at night
This Phase 2 study tests ZT-01 to help prevent night-time low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) in people with type 1 diabetes. It may help if you’ve had low blood sugar during sleep or are at high risk based on recent glucose monitoring.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–75 - NCT07224321RecruitingPhase 2
Inhaled insulin for youth with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes
This study tests an inhaled insulin called Afrezza for teenagers and children who have just been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. It aims to see if this new way of taking insulin can help manage blood sugar and fit into their lives.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 6–17 - NCT07088068RecruitingPhase 3
Teplizumab for newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes
This study tests whether teplizumab can help keep the body making insulin in people recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. It is for children and young adults aged 1 to 25, and compares the drug against a placebo.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 1–25 - NCT07222332RecruitingPhase 3
Baricitinib for new type 1 diabetes to save insulin-making cells
This trial tests if baricitinib, a pill that calms the immune system, can protect the remaining insulin-making cells in people newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. If it works, you might keep making some of your own insulin longer.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 1–35 - 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.
Wheat Ridge, ColoradoAges 18–80 - 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.
Englewood, ColoradoAges 18–80 - NCT07449936RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing a new long-lasting injection to standard one for DME
This phase 3 trial tests a new long-acting injection (EYP-1901) against a standard one (aflibercept) for people with diabetic macular edema. Both treatments are given as eye injections, and the goal is to see if the new drug works as well and may require fewer injections.
Colorado Springs, ColoradoAges 18 years+
Diabetes trials by city in Colorado
Where these studies are running in Colorado
Institutions with a site for the recruiting diabetes studies listed above.
- Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes · 9 studies
- University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus · 4 studies
- Children's Hospital Colorado · 3 studies
- Colorado Retina Associates
- Metro Caring
- OptumCare Clinical Trials, LLC
- Paradigm Clinical Research Centers, Inc.
- Retina Consultants of Southern Colorado
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.
Diabetes trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there diabetes clinical trials in Colorado?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 72 recruiting diabetes studies with a site in Colorado, 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 in Colorado?
- 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 Colorado to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Colorado, 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.
Not the right time?
New diabetes studies open in Colorado regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.