Clinical trials · Illinois
Diabetes clinical trials in Illinois
We’re tracking 94 recruiting diabetes studies with a site in Illinois — including Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Illinois
- 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+ - NCT07282600RecruitingPhase 3
Study of eloralintide for type 2 diabetes and weight
This study tests a new medicine called eloralintide for people with type 2 diabetes who are overweight or have obesity. It aims to see if the drug can help with weight loss and blood sugar control.
Skokie, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07210710Recruiting
Education and support program for early-stage kidney disease
This study tests a program that provides education, support, and guidance to help people with early-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD) better understand their condition and manage their health. If you have diabetes and stage 3 CKD, this program may help you stay healthier and prevent the disease from getting worse.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07210684Recruiting
Dihydroberberine for blood sugar, appetite, and mood in prediabetes
This study tests a supplement called dihydroberberine (DHB) to see if it helps improve blood sugar control, appetite, and mood in adults with prediabetes. You will wear a small sensor to track your blood sugar and use a phone app to record what you eat.
Addison, IllinoisAges 35–65 - NCT05555095Recruiting
Digital care programs for people on Medicaid
This trial tests a digital (phone or online) model for delivering healthcare for people who have Medicaid or qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid. It may help improve how care is organized and delivered for conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, or pregnancy.
Peoria, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07024823RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of AZD4248 in healthy people and those with kidney disease and diabetes
This trial tests an experimental drug called AZD4248 to see if it's safe for healthy people and for people with chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes. It also checks if a home device can accurately measure kidney function.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–75 - NCT06950788Recruiting
Glucose changes in cirrhosis patients around liver transplant
This study looks at how the body processes sugar (glucose) in people with cirrhosis who are waiting for a liver transplant. It aims to track changes in blood sugar control before and after transplant, which may help improve care for patients with liver disease.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–75 - NCT06907524Recruiting
Preventive health screening and coaching for food insecure adults
This study offers preventive health screening and coaching to people who may have food insecurity and risk factors for heart disease or diabetes. It aims to help you improve your health through education and support.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 40–75 - 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+ - NCT06624046Recruiting
Sleep and glucose study for type 1 diabetes
This study looks at how sleep affects blood sugar and heart health in people with type 1 diabetes. If you have irregular sleep and want to improve it, researchers will test a wearable device and sleep coaching.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–50 - NCT06555952Recruiting
Grape seed extract for blood pressure and heart health
This trial tests whether a grape seed extract can help lower blood pressure in people with mildly high blood pressure and slightly elevated blood sugar. It's designed for adults aged 40-60 who are not on blood pressure or diabetes medications.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 40–60 - NCT06466135RecruitingPhase 2
Study of WAL0921 for glomerular kidney diseases
This study tests a new drug called WAL0921 for people with certain types of kidney disease. The goal is to see if it can help protect kidney function.
Hinsdale, IllinoisAges 18–75 - NCT06401577Recruiting
Acute pancreatitis and diabetes risk study
This study looks at how acute pancreatitis affects blood sugar and the risk of developing diabetes. You'll wear a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) sensor and have metabolic tests to track changes over time.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–75 - 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.
Maywood, IllinoisAges 3–29 - NCT06328010Enrolling by invitation
Real-world data registry for wound care treatments
This study collects information on various wound types and how they respond to standard care. It aims to learn what works best for wounds that haven't healed after 4 weeks of treatment.
Naperville, IllinoisAges 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.
Glenview, IllinoisAges 55 years+ - NCT05197920Recruiting
Study of diabetes after acute pancreatitis
This study looks at why some people develop diabetes after acute pancreatitis and how that process works in the body. It may help doctors better predict risk and tailor care for people recovering from pancreatitis.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–75 - NCT05986292RecruitingPhase 2
Study of new pain treatments for chronic pain
This study tests new treatments for people with chronic pain that has lasted at least 12 weeks. It aims to find better ways to reduce pain and improve quality of life.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05952999Enrolling by invitation
Studying Hospital-At-Home care done from home
This trial looks at how well a “Hospital at Home” program works when people start from the emergency department or are already in the hospital and can be cared for at home. It may help teams improve care at home for certain medical conditions and situations.
Peoria, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - 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.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05199454Recruiting
Study how “fat-like” particles affect blood vessel function
This study looks at whether tiny fat-based particles (“adiposomes”) can affect how well your blood vessels work, especially in people with diabetes and higher body weight. You may be asked to do moderate exercise and other study procedures after passing safety checks.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–50 - 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+
Diabetes trials by city in Illinois
Where these studies are running in Illinois
Institutions with a site for the recruiting diabetes studies listed above.
- Northwestern University · 4 studies
- University of Illinois at Chicago · 3 studies
- Rush University Medical Center · 2 studies
- University of Illinois Chicago · 2 studies
- Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
- Clinical Nutrition Research Center
- Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital
- Elevate Clinical Research
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 94 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.