Clinical trials · Illinois
Diabetes clinical trials in Illinois
We’re tracking 93 recruiting diabetes studies with a site in Illinois — including Early Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Illinois
- NCT07091318RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CBT for insomnia in type 1 diabetes
This study tests whether cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTi) can improve sleep in people with type 1 diabetes. It may help those who have poor sleep quality and use a continuous glucose monitor.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–65 - NCT07116876Recruiting
Placental membrane vs standard care for diabetic foot ulcers
This study tests a special wound covering made from donated placental tissue to see if it helps diabetic foot ulcers heal better than usual care. It may be an option for people with diabetes who have a foot sore that hasn't healed after 30 days.
Decatur, IllinoisAges 21–80 - NCT07296484RecruitingPhase 2
Clofutriben for hard-to-control type 2 diabetes
This trial tests a new medication, clofutriben, for people with hard-to-control type 2 diabetes who might also have mild excess of a stress hormone called cortisol. It aims to see if the drug can help lower blood sugar and improve diabetes management.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07296952Recruiting
Improving transportation for diabetic retinopathy patients
This study tests a new way to help people with diabetic retinopathy get to their eye appointments. It aims to make transportation easier for patients who have Medicaid insurance.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07396376RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing ELU42 spray for diabetic foot ulcers
This study tests a new topical spray (ELU42) to help heal diabetic foot ulcers. It may be a good option if you have a non-infected, non-ischemic ulcer and your blood sugar is reasonably controlled.
O'Fallon, IllinoisAges 18–75 - NCT01630850Recruiting
Islet cell transplant for brittle type 1 diabetes
This trial studies whether transplanting insulin-producing islet cells can improve blood sugar control and reduce severe low blood sugar in people with “brittle” type 1 diabetes. It’s meant for adults with long-standing insulin dependence and troublesome, hard-to-control hypoglycemia.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–70 - NCT01241864RecruitingPhase 2
Islet transplant for type 1 diabetes after kidney transplant
This trial tests whether transplanting insulin-producing “islet” cells can better control blood sugar in people who have already received a kidney transplant. It’s mainly for adults with type 1 diabetes whose body is no longer making enough insulin, while they are on kidney-transplant medicines.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–68 - 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.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT01113216Enrolling by invitation
Genetics study for diabetes in cystic fibrosis families
This study looks at genetic (inherited DNA) factors that may influence who develops diabetes related to cystic fibrosis. Your results could help doctors better predict risk and improve care for cystic fibrosis and related diabetes.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 3 months–99 years - NCT07415954RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new diabetes medicine for blood sugar control
This study tests a new medicine, NNC0662-0419, in people with type 2 diabetes. You must be willing to lose a lot of weight (more than a quarter of your current weight) as part of the study to see if the medicine helps lower blood sugar.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–75 - NCT07076199RecruitingPhase 3
Weekly vs daily insulin for type 1 diabetes
This study tests a new once-weekly insulin (icodec) against a standard daily insulin (glargine), both taken with mealtime insulin. It aims to see which works better to control blood sugar in adults with type 1 diabetes.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07564414RecruitingPhase 3
Weight Loss Study Comparing Two Doses of CagriSema
This study tests whether a new combination medication called CagriSema (in two different doses) helps people with obesity lose weight. You may qualify if you're 18 or older, have a BMI of 35 or higher, and either don't have type 2 diabetes or have it well-controlled.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07351318Enrolling by invitation
Insulin sensitivity in type 1 diabetes pregnancies
This study looks at how well the body uses insulin in women who had type 1 diabetes during a recent pregnancy. If you used a Dexcom CGM and Tandem insulin pump while pregnant, your data could help researchers better understand insulin needs in pregnancy.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06517576Enrolling by invitation
Remote monitoring for type 2 diabetes
This trial tests using a smartphone to help manage your blood sugar. It's for people with type 2 diabetes who take insulin and whose blood sugar is not well controlled (HbA1c 8% or higher).
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05704309Enrolling by invitation
Study of diabetes prevention participants using brain scans
This study looks at how people who previously took part in a diabetes prevention program are doing over time, including brain health using MRI scans for some participants. It may help researchers understand who is at higher risk for memory and thinking problems and why.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Any age - 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.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 8 years+ - 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.
Oak Park, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07592000RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
New Treatment for Type 1 Diabetes With Kidney Disease
This study tests a new experimental medication for people with type 1 diabetes who experience dangerous low blood sugar episodes and have early-stage kidney disease. The trial aims to help improve blood sugar control and reduce these risky episodes.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–70 - NCT07351045RecruitingPhase 3
Study of enicepatide for weight loss in obesity or overweight
This study tests a new injectable medication called enicepatide for people with obesity or overweight who have not been able to lose weight through diet and exercise alone. It may help you lose weight and improve health conditions linked to excess weight.
Gurnee, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07284979RecruitingPhase 3
Weekly injection for obesity without diabetes
This trial tests a new once-weekly injection called Ribupatide for weight loss in people with obesity who do not have diabetes. It compares the study drug to an existing medication (semaglutide) and a placebo to see how well it works and if it's safe.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07284875RecruitingPhase 3
Ribupatide for weight loss in adults without diabetes
This trial tests a new medication, Ribupatide, to see if it helps people with obesity or overweight who also have weight-related health problems. You cannot have diabetes to join.
Springfield, IllinoisAges 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.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 3–29 - NCT04334707Recruiting
Study kidney damage in people with long-term diabetes
This study is looking at different kidney health patterns in people with diabetes, especially diabetic kidney disease and people who have not developed kidney damage despite long-term diabetes. It may help researchers understand why kidney problems happen—and what protective factors might prevent them.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05145374Recruiting
Testing an insulin pump system for exercise and stress swings
This study tests a smarter (automated) insulin pump approach to help prevent blood sugar problems when you do physical activity or when you’re under sudden stress. It may help people with type 1 diabetes use insulin more safely during real-life changes.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 20–60
Diabetes trials by city in Illinois
Where these studies are running in Illinois
Institutions with a site for the recruiting diabetes studies listed above.
- University of Chicago · 7 studies
- University of Illinois · 5 studies
- Endeavor Health · 3 studies
- Northwestern University · 3 studies
- Cedar Crosse Research Center · 2 studies
- Independent Clinical Research, LLC · 2 studies
- Kailera Clinical Site · 2 studies
- Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
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 Illinois?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 93 recruiting diabetes studies with a site in Illinois, 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 Illinois?
- 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 Illinois to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Illinois, 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 Illinois 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.