Clinical trials
Gender clinical trials
Below are recruiting gender clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 106 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06953908Recruiting
The Copenhagen Gender Identity Study
This trial follows all patients referred to the Center for Gender Identity in Copenhagen to learn more about their experiences and needs. If you are referred there and can read Danish, you may join.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT06177600Recruiting
TransHealthGUIDE: Health help for gender-diverse young adults
This study aims to improve healthcare for gender-diverse young adults (ages 18-29) and their caregivers. It involves a program to support transgender and nonbinary health and will take place online.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–29 - NCT05587751Recruiting
Testing how gender-affirming care affects lung function
This study checks whether gender-affirming treatments change breathing/lung test results over time. It may help doctors understand any lung-related effects for transgender and gender-diverse people.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 14 years+ - NCT07726290Recruiting
Testing AI to predict gender from jawbone scans
This trial uses 3D jaw scans to see if an AI can accurately predict a person's gender. It might help if you have a clear scan of your jaw.
CairoAges 18 years+ - NCT05649605Recruiting
Testing early response to gender-affirming hormone treatment
This study looks at how people respond early after starting gender-confirming hormones. It may help doctors understand what changes happen soon after treatment starts and how to manage it safely.
StockholmAges 18–99 - NCT06291675Recruiting
Hormone therapy's effect on heart and organ fat
This study uses MRI scans to see how gender-affirming hormone therapy affects heart muscle, heart function, and fat in the heart, liver, and pancreas. It may help us understand long-term health effects of hormone therapy.
Vienna, State of ViennaAges 18 years+ - NCT06573177Recruiting
Better care for young people with gender identity questions
This trial is designed to improve how healthcare is provided to young people who are exploring their gender identity. If you have already been accepted into a gender identity service, you may be able to join and help shape better care for others.
Copenhagen, Capital RegionAges Up to 18 years - NCT07474363Recruiting
Depression differences between men and women
This study looks at how depression affects men and women differently, including symptoms, strength to cope (resilience), and feelings of stigma. It aims to understand these differences to improve treatment.
Eskişehir, EskişehirAges 18–65 - NCT06565663Enrolling by invitation
Decision aid for gender-affirming surgeries
This study tests an online decision tool for people considering metoidioplasty or phalloplasty. The tool helps patients compare surgical options to make informed choices.
Hanover, New HampshireAges 18 years+ - NCT07402265Recruiting
Online support for suicidal thoughts in LGBTQ+ youth
This trial tests a brief online program for teens and young adults who identify as sexual or gender minorities and have had suicidal thoughts in the last 6 months. It aims to see if this virtual help can reduce those thoughts and make participants feel better.
London, OntarioAges 13–25 - NCT05513456Recruiting
ICU doctors and trainees answer a fast online case survey
This study asks intensive care doctors (including trainees) to respond to short ICU case scenarios in a randomized survey. It aims to see whether people’s answers differ by gender and ethnicity, which could help improve fairness and education in ICU decision-making.
StockholmAges Any age - NCT06351501RecruitingPhase 3
Hormone treatment for gender dysphoria in teenagers
This study tests whether hormone therapy (such as testosterone or estrogen) helps reduce distress in teenagers who feel their gender does not match their body. It aims to see if starting hormones at this age improves mental well-being and overall quality of life.
ParisAges 13–14 - NCT07075731Recruiting
Cervical and endometrial cancer screening before gender-affirming hysterectomy
This study looks at how to best screen for cervical and endometrial (uterine lining) cancer in transgender and gender-diverse people who have had or plan to have a hysterectomy (surgery to remove the uterus and cervix). It aims to make screening more comfortable and effective for this community.
Minneota, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT06777849Recruiting
Life skills program to reduce violence against girls in Pakistan
This study tests a life skills and play-based program in schools to reduce violence against girls. It aims to make schools safer and help girls stay in school.
Karachi, SindhAges 10–16 - NCT06390332Recruiting
Gender affirming care training for college providers
This study is for college health and counseling providers to learn how to better support transgender and gender diverse students. It focuses on training and resources within the RAISE project.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05789667Recruiting
Study lenvatinib effects by patient gender in thyroid cancer
This study looks at whether safety and treatment results with lenvatinib differ between genders for people with iodine-refractory differentiated thyroid cancer. If you have already been treated with lenvatinib and meet the basic requirements, you may be asked to join after consenting.
RomeAges 18 years+ - NCT07324967Recruiting
Counseling for transmasculine patients before gender-affirming surgery
This study tests a counseling approach to help transmasculine and non-binary people prepare for a hysterectomy (removal of the uterus) as part of gender-affirming care. The goal is to see if this counseling improves knowledge and decision-making.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–65 - NCT04935164Recruiting
Study of gender dysphoria versus a control group
This study compares people with gender dysphoria to people without it. It looks at differences in symptoms or outcomes and may help researchers better understand how gender dysphoria affects mental well-being.
PoitiersAges 18–60 - NCT04979338RecruitingPhase 3
Opioid-sparing pain control for gender-affirming surgery
This Phase 3 study tests ways to manage pain during and after gender-affirming surgery while using less opioid medicine. It may help improve comfort after surgery and reduce opioid-related side effects.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04993469Recruiting
Tracking genital comfort after gender-affirming surgery
This study asks people who are planning genital gender-affirming surgery to report how their genital sensitivity and sexual function feel afterward. It helps doctors understand what changes patients experience and improve follow-up care.
Ghent, East-FlandersAges 18–110 - NCT05318755Recruiting
Gender-affirming hormone therapy study for adults starting care
This study looks at starting gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) for transgender people who have never had these treatments before. It may help you learn whether this approach is safe and effective for your goals as you begin care.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–40 - NCT05593692Recruiting
Study of adult emergency visits by age and sex
This study looks at differences in emergency department visits between adults by age and sex. It mainly helps researchers understand patterns of who gets admitted and when.
Rome, LazioAges 18 years+ - NCT05877391Recruiting
Collecting sexual and gender identity information in hospice
This study tests an approach to collect and use sexual orientation and gender identity (often called “SOGI”) information for people receiving hospice care. The goal is to help hospice teams better understand and support patients’ needs.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06124950Recruiting
Couples program to prevent violence during IVF
This study tests a program to help couples communicate better and reduce stress during IVF, and whether it can prevent intimate partner violence. If you are a couple starting your first or second IVF cycle due to female infertility, you may be eligible to join.
BeijingAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for gender?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 106 recruiting gender 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 gender 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 gender 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.