Clinical trials
Genetics clinical trials
Below are recruiting genetics clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 696 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04513054Recruiting
Genetic study for stress-related heart muscle weakness
This study looks for a possible inherited (genetic) reason some people develop Takotsubo cardiomyopathy after severe stress. If you’ve had this condition, the study may help explain why it happens and whether families could be at higher risk.
Aberdeen, AberdeenshireAges Any age - NCT04586075Recruiting
Get help finding the cause of an undiagnosed genetic condition
This study evaluates people whose medical cause is still unclear even after genetic tests and other workups. It uses coded health data and lab samples to look for a new or rare genetic cause, and it may return additional (“secondary”) genetic findings.
Madison, WisconsinAges Up to 100 years - NCT04494945Recruiting
Help for people with inherited cancer risk genes
This study helps identify people who may have an inherited cancer risk and checks how best to support them. Depending on the group, you may only fill out surveys, or you may also create an app account and possibly provide a DNA sample.
Portland, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT04475640Recruiting
Genetic testing study for cancer patients in different ethnic groups
This study looks at cancer-related inherited gene changes using blood samples. It may help patients and doctors understand cancer risk and guide treatment planning, especially across different ethnic communities.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT04419896Enrolling by invitation
Patient registry for people who had genetic testing
This registry collects past and ongoing health and genetic testing information from adults who have had germline or other genetic/blood biomarker tests. It helps researchers learn patterns that may improve cancer care in the future.
Redding, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04141462Recruiting
Genetic testing study for early cancer risk
This study looks at whether DNA (from a tumor or related samples) can help identify inherited cancer risk in people who develop cancer at a young age. It may help families learn more about risk factors and guide future screening or prevention.
BesançonAges 18 years+ - NCT04024631Recruiting
Study genes and diabetes risk using body measurements
This study looks at how genetic risk relates to developing type 2 diabetes, using information from a biobank and body measurements like weight. It may help researchers better identify who is at higher risk before diabetes starts.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 10–70 - NCT03729180Recruiting
Using genetic test results to guide care during surgery
This study looks at whether using a person’s genetic information helps doctors make better decisions during planned surgery. It may help tailor care, but you would only join if you can consent and don’t have certain serious conditions.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT03876847Enrolling by invitation
Study genetics in people with spontaneous artery tears
This study looks for genetic (inherited) reasons some people develop SCAD, a sudden tear in a heart artery. It compares people with SCAD to people without it and may help doctors recognize risk and causes.
Ages Any age - NCT03538639Recruiting
Study blood and tissue samples for vascular disease discovery
This study collects blood (and sometimes tissue samples) from people who may have vascular (blood vessel) problems and from certain pregnant participants. Researchers use the samples to better understand vascular disease and to help guide future research.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–100 - NCT03612310Recruiting
Study uses stem cells to model genetic diseases
This study looks at how to create laboratory models of genetic diseases using stem cells made from people’s cells. It may help researchers understand disease causes and how treatments could work, using genetic patients (and some non-patient controls).
Edinburgh, MidlothianAges 1–120 - NCT03544983Enrolling by invitation
Genetic education program for BRCA family members
This trial offers education about BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutations to help families understand testing, cancer risk, and next steps. It may be helpful if you are a family member of someone who recently learned they have a BRCA mutation.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 21–75 - NCT03385876Enrolling by invitation
Rapid whole genome sequencing for children with suspected genetic illness
This study quickly reads a child’s DNA using whole genome sequencing to look for genetic causes of symptoms. It may help families and doctors better understand an underlying genetic condition and guide medical care.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT03396341Recruiting
Surveys after genetic risk results for certain breast cancer genes
This study asks women to complete surveys after learning their genetic risk results for certain breast cancer–related gene changes. It helps researchers understand how people respond and what they think or feel after getting these results.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 25 years+ - NCT03102554Enrolling by invitation
Study genes in sex development differences and hypospadias
This study looks for genetic causes of differences in how a baby or child’s sex organs develop, including hypospadias. You may be able to join if doctors can’t find a reason using standard testing.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT03065686Recruiting
Study genes in cleft lip or palate without a known cause
This study looks for genetic reasons behind cleft lip and/or cleft palate when the cause is not known. The results may help researchers understand risk factors and improve future care.
AmiensAges Any age - NCT03124212Recruiting
Genetic testing guidance for inherited breast, ovarian, or colon cancer risk
This study helps people in Switzerland who already have a known inherited cancer gene change understand what it means for them and their family. It focuses on people with specific known mutations related to hereditary breast/ovarian cancer and Lynch syndrome.
Fribourg, Canton of FribourgAges 18 years+ - NCT02735824Recruiting
Genetic study of immune problems in children
This study looks for new genetic causes of immune system conditions that can run in families. If you join, researchers will collect health information (and usually samples) from children with immune concerns and from close relatives for comparison.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges Any age - NCT02691689Recruiting
Genetics study in families with congenital heart defects and PAH
This study looks at genes that may contribute to pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) in people born with certain heart “shunts” (holes between heart chambers). If you have (or your family has) ASD or VSD and PAH confirmed by a heart pressure test, you may be invited to share genetic and health information to help researchers understand risk and better target future care.
LeuvenAges 18 years+ - NCT02450851Recruiting
Find answers for undiagnosed medical conditions using genetic testing
This study helps look for causes of health problems when no one has been able to give a diagnosis. It tests and shares medical and genetic information (with privacy protections) so researchers can better match findings to possible causes.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 1 month–100 years - NCT02471287Recruiting
Genetics study for inherited eye conditions
This study looks at genes in people with inherited eye conditions and in close family members who may or may not have the condition. It helps researchers understand what causes these eye diseases and how they might be better studied in the future.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1–120 - NCT02650622Recruiting
Study of genetic and metabolic diseases in children
This study looks at children who may have genetic (inherited) or metabolic (body chemistry) problems, including newborn screening and episodes of trouble. The goal is to better understand these conditions and identify children who may benefit from further care.
Dallas, TexasAges 1 day+ - NCT01060371Recruiting
Study of genetic causes of spinocerebellar ataxia
This study follows people with certain types of spinocerebellar ataxia (a group of conditions that cause progressive movement problems) to understand how the disease changes over time and how genes might influence it. It may help researchers learn more about these conditions and support future treatments.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 6 years+ - NCT01193647Enrolling by invitation
Study genetics that may raise rotator cuff injury risk
This study looks at genetic (inherited) factors that may make some people more likely to develop rotator cuff tears. You may be able to join if you’ve had a shoulder MRI for pain or you’re a close family member of someone with a documented tear.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for genetics?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 696 recruiting genetics 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 genetics 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 genetics 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.