Clinical trials · Tennessee
Down Syndrome clinical trials in Tennessee
We’re tracking 97 recruiting down syndrome studies with a site in Tennessee — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Tennessee
- NCT07531745RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
ION337 gene therapy for children with Dravet syndrome
This study tests a new gene therapy called ION337 designed to treat Dravet syndrome, a severe childhood epilepsy caused by a SCN1A gene mutation. The therapy is given as a spinal fluid injection and aims to reduce seizures in children ages 2–12.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 2–12 - NCT06872125RecruitingPhase 3
Testing zorevunersen for Dravet syndrome
This study tests an experimental drug called zorevunersen for people with Dravet syndrome. It aims to see if the drug can reduce seizures and improve safety.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 2–17 - NCT07742735RecruitingPhase 3
Study of apraglutide for short bowel syndrome with intestinal failure
This study tests a new medicine called apraglutide, given as a shot, to see if it can help adults with short bowel syndrome and intestinal failure reduce their need for intravenous nutrition (parenteral support). The study compares apraglutide to a placebo (a shot with no medicine) to check if it is safe and effective.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06577441RecruitingPhase 2
Adding enasidenib to usual care for higher-risk MDS with IDH2 mutation
This trial tests whether adding enasidenib (a targeted pill) to the standard chemotherapy (cedazuridine-decitabine) works better than the chemotherapy alone for people with higher-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) whose cells have a specific change in the IDH2 gene.
Knoxville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06850038Recruiting
Long-term study of odevixibat in Alagille syndrome
This study follows people with Alagille syndrome who are already taking or starting odevixibat (Bylvay). It looks at how well the medicine works and how safe it is over a long period of time.
Memphis, TennesseeAges Any age - NCT05334368RecruitingPhase 3
Depemokimab for hypereosinophilic syndrome with frequent flares
This trial studies depemokimab, a medicine meant to reduce flares in people with hypereosinophilic syndrome (HES). It also checks how safe the treatment is and how well it works over time.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT07422480RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing elritercept to epoetin alfa for anemia in MDS needing transfusions
This trial tests a new drug called elritercept against a standard treatment, epoetin alfa, for people with a low-risk form of MDS who need regular blood transfusions for anemia. The goal is to see if elritercept works better to reduce the need for transfusions.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06907849Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Imaging amyloid in spinal stenosis and carpal tunnel
This trial tests a special scan that uses a radioactive tracer to look for amyloid protein deposits in people who have had surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spine in the lower back) or carpal tunnel syndrome. The goal is to see if the scan can detect these deposits, which may be linked to ongoing orthopedic issues.
Knoxville, TennesseeAges 60 years+ - NCT03851484Recruiting
Study sensory symptoms in people with Tourette-related tics
This study looks at sensory symptoms in adults who have Tourette syndrome or similar long-term tic disorders. Your answers to questionnaires may help researchers understand these symptoms and how they relate to the condition.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT04165109Recruiting
Down syndrome study to test memory and thinking changes
This study enrolls adults with Down syndrome to better understand how thinking and memory develop and change over time. It may help by building a “trial-ready” group and by measuring thinking in a careful, consistent way.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 25–55 - NCT04278404Recruiting
Drug safety study for children already on certain medicines
This study measures how certain medicines move through the body and checks their safety in children. It may help doctors better understand dosing and side effects in kids who are already receiving these treatments, or in some kids who recently tested positive for COVID-19.
Nashville, TennesseeAges birth–20 years - NCT04507997Recruiting
Study of the natural course of Angelman syndrome
This study follows people with Angelman syndrome to understand how their symptoms and development change over time. It may help researchers better describe the condition and support future treatments.
Nashville, TennesseeAges Any age - NCT04851678Recruiting
Study how stress affects adults with Tourette syndrome
This study follows adults with Tourette syndrome over time to better understand how stressors affect symptoms and daily life. It may help researchers learn what factors make symptoms better or worse and improve future care.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT05354141RecruitingPhase 3
Tested treatment with tiny lung particles for moderate to severe ARDS
This Phase 3 trial studies an “extracellular vesicle” treatment in people with moderate to severe ARDS, a serious lung breathing problem. The goal is to see whether the treatment can improve outcomes compared with standard care.
Knoxville, TennesseeAges 18–75 - NCT05375968RecruitingPhase 2
Test blood-flow changes in POTS after meals
This Phase 2 study looks at how blood pools in the belly veins when you stand or eat, in people with POTS (postural tachycardia syndrome). The goal is to understand what’s driving symptoms like feeling nearly faint and whether this helps guide better care.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18–50 - NCT05889559Recruiting
Testing a fluid drainage method to detect leg pressure problems
This study looks at a special drainage measurement (“tissue ultrafiltration”) to better detect and treat acute compartment syndrome, a dangerous increase in pressure in the leg after major injury. It may help doctors identify who needs urgent treatment and improve outcomes after severe leg fractures or crush injuries.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18–60 - NCT06247787RecruitingPhase 1
Imetelstat plus chemo for relapsed leukemia in kids
This trial tests a new drug called imetelstat combined with two chemotherapy drugs (fludarabine and cytarabine) for children and teens with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), or juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia (JMML) that has come back or not responded to treatment. The goal is to find the safest dose of imetelstat and see if it helps control the cancer.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 1–18 - NCT06430385RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of ION440 for MECP2 Duplication Syndrome
This trial tests an experimental medicine called ION440 for people with MECP2 Duplication Syndrome. The medicine is given as an injection into the spinal fluid, and the study aims to check its safety and how well it works.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 2–65 - NCT06499285RecruitingPhase 3
Study of elritercept for anemia in low-risk MDS needing transfusions
This trial tests an investigational drug called elritercept for adults with a specific type of low-risk MDS (myelodysplastic syndromes) who have anemia (low red blood cells) and need regular blood transfusions. The goal is to see if elritercept can reduce or eliminate the need for transfusions.
Knoxville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06501196RecruitingPhase 1
Study of BH-30236 for leukemia and high-risk MDS
This trial tests an experimental drug, BH-30236, for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or a high-risk form of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) whose cancer has come back or stopped responding to treatment. It aims to see if the drug can help control the disease.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06668805RecruitingPhase 2
Testing vosoritide for children with Noonan syndrome and slow growth
This study tests a medication called vosoritide for children with Noonan syndrome who are still growing slowly despite using human growth hormone. The goal is to see if vosoritide can help them grow taller.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 3–11 - NCT07216443RecruitingPhase 2
Study of orca-t for leukemia or MDS with reduced intensity chemo
This trial tests a new cell therapy, orca-t, given after a lower-intensity chemo and radiation regimen for people with acute myeloid leukemia, mixed phenotype leukemia, or myelodysplastic syndrome. It aims to help patients who cannot tolerate full-intensity transplant conditioning.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06747949RecruitingPhase 3
Long term extension study of dazodalibep for Sjogren's syndrome
This study gives continued access to the study drug dazodalibep for people with Sjogren's syndrome who completed a prior phase 3 study. The goal is to see how safe and effective the medication is over a longer period.
Murfreesboro, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT07135167RecruitingPhase 3
Epi-ON corneal crosslinking study for people with Down syndrome
This study tests a special light treatment for cornea problems in people with Down syndrome. It aims to strengthen the front of the eye and may help prevent vision loss.
Chattanooga, TennesseeAges 8 years+
Down Syndrome trials by city in Tennessee
Where these studies are running in Tennessee
Institutions with a site for the recruiting down syndrome studies listed above.
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center · 12 studies
- Le Bonheur Children's Hospital · 3 studies
- AARA Clinical Research - Murfreesboro Medical Clinic
- Direct Biologics Investigational Site
- GSK Investigational Site
- Sarah Cannon Research Institute
- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
- Tennessee Cancer Specialists
What taking part in a down syndrome 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.
Down Syndrome trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there down syndrome clinical trials in Tennessee?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 97 recruiting down syndrome studies with a site in Tennessee, 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 down syndrome study in Tennessee?
- 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 Tennessee to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Tennessee, 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 down syndrome 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 down syndrome studies open in Tennessee 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.