Clinical trials
Family clinical trials
Below are recruiting family clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 595 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03128996RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Bone marrow transplant with lighter chemo for non-cancer illnesses
This early-phase study tests a safer “lighter” conditioning chemo plan before a bone marrow transplant for people with non-cancer blood and immune disorders. It aims to reduce transplant risk while using donor marrow that does not match perfectly in the HLA type.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 1 day–21 years - NCT03049254Recruiting
Registry and blood/tissue study for certain sudden heart death causes
This study builds a registry and collection of samples to better understand families affected by sudden heart death and related heart rhythm problems that are not clearly caused by a heart attack. It may help researchers identify patterns and improve future care, and it offers a way for patients and families to contribute to research.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges Any age - NCT02771236Recruiting
Study of inherited eye conditions in families
This study looks at families who have inherited (passed down) eye conditions, using eye exams and blood tests. It may help researchers understand what causes these conditions and find better ways to diagnose them.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 4–120 - NCT02886247Recruiting
Personal or family history of pancreatic tumors registry study
This study is building a registry (a secure list) of people who have had pancreatic tumors or have close family members who have had them. Your information can help researchers learn more and plan future studies for pancreatic cancer.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT02775461Recruiting
Registry for people at high risk for pancreatic cancer
This study is a registry (a way to track health over time) for people with a strong family history or certain inherited genetic risks for pancreatic cancer. It may help doctors learn how best to monitor and protect high-risk people, and to see who benefits most from follow-up.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT01730781Recruiting
PET scan study to image cannabinoid receptors in the brain
This study uses a special brain scan (PET) to measure cannabinoid receptors—areas in the brain that interact with cannabis-like chemicals. It may help researchers better understand how these receptors relate to conditions such as schizophrenia, PTSD, opioid use disorder, or early psychosis risk.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–55 - NCT02087852Recruiting
Kidney cancer DNA registry for patients and family
This study collects DNA from adults with kidney cancer (or suspected kidney cancer), plus DNA from some family members and healthy controls. It helps researchers understand whether certain genetic changes might be linked to kidney cancer risk.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT01327690RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Group therapy for mental health in veterans and families
This early-stage study looks at mental health outcomes for active-duty service members, veterans, and their family members after participating in group therapy sessions. If you can follow instructions and complete consent forms, this trial may help researchers understand how group therapy affects well-being in these communities.
Santa Rosa, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT02012699Recruiting
Cancer registry for people with or at risk of cancer
This trial collects health information and samples (a “cancer repository”) to help researchers study cancer and cancer risk. You may be able to join if you’ve had cancer before or if you’re at higher risk or have concerning findings.
Greenwood Village, ColoradoAges 19–110 - NCT00317616Recruiting
Study for people at high risk of ALS before symptoms start
This study follows healthy people from families with a known ALS-causing gene mutation to look for early body or brain changes before symptoms begin. It may help researchers find ways to predict ALS risk earlier so future treatments can start sooner.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT00260585Recruiting
Esophageal risk and tissue registry study
This study collects information and, if you already need blood tests or procedures, may take extra small tissue samples (biopsies) to better understand esophageal-related conditions. It may help researchers learn about risk and future management for people with certain esophagus or reflux-related diagnoses.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT00131014Recruiting
Building a family tumor and genetics bank for blood cancers
This study collects and stores tumor/tissue information and family medical history from people with certain blood cancers. It aims to help researchers understand why these illnesses may run in families and use genetic clues for future research.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT00091871Recruiting
Understanding familial high eosinophil disease in families
This study follows families with a genetic condition that causes high levels of white blood cells called eosinophils. Researchers want to understand how the disease develops and changes over time to help predict who may get worse and how to treat it better.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1–100 - NCT00646022Recruiting
Family study of small intestine carcinoid tumors
This is a research study that follows families with small intestine carcinoid tumors (and related hormone-related tumors) to learn how these conditions progress over time. It may help doctors better predict risk and health needs for people in similar families.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT00071045Enrolling by invitation
Tissue Collection From Cancer and Blood Disorder Patients
This study collects tissue samples from patients with cancer or blood disorders, and from their matching family members who might donate stem cells for transplant. The samples help researchers understand these diseases and develop better treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–100 - NCT00250159Recruiting
Natural history study for hormone-related excess androgen
This study follows people who may have too much “androgen” (a hormone) to learn what causes it and how it changes over time. You may be followed even if the exact cause is not yet known, and your results may help doctors better understand these conditions.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1 day–99 years - NCT00040352Recruiting
Melanoma risk in families and individuals
This study looks at people and families with a high risk of melanoma, especially if it runs in the family or is linked to certain genetic conditions. The goal is to better understand what causes melanoma and how to detect it earlier.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 4 weeks–99 years - NCT00001238Recruiting
Understanding kidney cancer genes in families
This research study helps doctors understand inherited kidney cancers and related conditions that run in families. Researchers collect medical information and blood samples to identify genetic causes and improve how these conditions are diagnosed and treated.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2 years+ - NCT01109420Recruiting
Family study of non-medullary thyroid cancer and genetics
This study looks at families affected by non-medullary thyroid cancer to understand patterns and possible genetic risk. You may be able to join even if you personally do not have the cancer, as long as you have the right family history and can complete a questionnaire.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 7–90
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for family?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 595 recruiting family studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a family trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a family trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
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.