Clinical trials · Chicago, IL
Infections clinical trials in Chicago
We’re tracking 61 recruiting infections studies with a site in or near Chicago — including Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Chicago
- NCT03827694Recruiting
Testing a noninvasive scan for serious lung mold infections in kids
This study uses noninvasive breathing/relates imaging (MRI or CT) to help diagnose mold infections in the lungs in children and young adults. It may help doctors find these infections sooner, especially in people with weakened immune systems.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 4 months–21 years - NCT07013474RecruitingPhase 3
Study of ibuzatrelvir for immunocompromised adults with COVID-19
This trial tests an investigational medicine called ibuzatrelvir for adults with COVID-19 who have a weakened immune system. The study aims to see if it helps them recover and avoid severe illness.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06004739Recruiting
Antibiotics for older adults with delirium and abnormal urine tests
This trial tests whether giving antibiotics helps older adults in the hospital who have delirium (sudden confusion) and signs of bacteria in their urine but no clear urinary infection. It aims to see if treatment can improve confusion and avoid unnecessary antibiotics.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 60 years+ - NCT05978141Recruiting
T-cell lymphoma registry study
This study creates a registry for people with certain T-cell or NK-cell lymphomas. It collects health information and tumor samples to learn more about these diseases and improve future treatments.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Any age - NCT07022678RecruitingPhase 3
Xylitol dental wipes to reduce infection risk in childhood leukemia
This trial tests whether using xylitol dental wipes can lower the risk of bloodstream infections in children with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who are receiving chemotherapy. If you or your child have AML and will have at least two cycles of chemo that include cytarabine, this study may help reduce infection risk.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 1–25 - NCT07473778Recruiting
Study of Lenacapavir for HIV Prevention
This trial tests a new medication, lenacapavir, to see how well it works for preventing HIV. It is for people who want or need PrEP (a medicine to prevent HIV) and are interested in learning about different options.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07095361RecruitingPhase 4
Daily enzyme therapy for infected pleural fluid
This trial tests a once-daily enzyme treatment given through a chest tube to clear infected fluid from around the lungs. It may help people with complicated pneumonia or empyema who still have fluid buildup after initial drainage.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05026749RecruitingPhase 3
Azithromycin for severe RSV breathing failure in young children
This trial tests whether azithromycin (an antibiotic) can improve outcomes for babies and young children in the ICU who have RSV causing serious breathing problems. It mainly looks at children who start strong breathing support soon after RSV symptoms begin.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 3 days–2 years - NCT06034080Recruiting
Cutting down unneeded antibiotics for children's ear infections
This study tests ways to help doctors avoid prescribing antibiotics when they are not needed for children with ear infections. If you are a parent of a child diagnosed with an ear infection or a healthcare provider, you may be able to join different parts of the study.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 6 months–17 years - NCT06822426RecruitingPhase 3
Catheter lock solution to prevent bloodstream infections in patients on IV nutrition
This study tests a catheter lock solution called DefenCath (taurolidine and heparin) against a standard heparin lock to see if it reduces central line bloodstream infections in people receiving IV nutrition (total parenteral nutrition) for more than 3 months.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 12 years+ - NCT03325855Recruiting
Fecal transplant registry for patients and donors
This study is a national “registry” that collects information from people who get fecal microbiota transplant (a stool-based treatment) and from people who donate stool. It helps researchers understand who receives these treatments and how they do over time.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Any age - NCT06850350Recruiting
Long COVID and Thinking & Walking
This study looks at how Long COVID affects thinking and movement skills. If you had COVID-19 more than 3 months ago and could walk before you got sick, you may be able to help researchers understand these lasting symptoms.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06856174RecruitingPhase 4
Menopause Hormone Therapy for Women with HIV
This trial tests whether hormone therapy can help manage hot flashes and night sweats in women living with HIV who are going through menopause. It's designed to see if this treatment is safe and effective for this group.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 40–60 - NCT07342491RecruitingPhase 1
Testing dasatinib to shrink HIV reservoir
This trial tests whether the drug dasatinib can reduce the hidden HIV reservoir in people who have had their virus well-controlled on HIV medications for a long time. It may help move toward a cure by targeting the cells where HIV hides.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05947071RecruitingPhase 2
Higher-dose flu vaccine versus standard dose in child transplant patients
This trial compares a higher-dose flu vaccine to the standard dose in children who recently received a kidney, heart, and/or liver transplant. It aims to see which dose better protects children against influenza while checking for safety.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 3–17 - 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.
Chicago, IllinoisAges birth–20 years - NCT07387367RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing two drugs for adenovirus after stem cell transplant
This trial tests a new drug, brincidofovir (BCV), against an existing drug, cidofovir (CDV), for treating adenovirus infection in people who recently had a stem cell transplant. The goal is to see which works better with fewer side effects.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 2 months+ - NCT07202546RecruitingPhase 2
New oral HIV drug trial for people new to treatment
This trial tests a new oral HIV medication (VH4524184) in people who have never taken HIV treatment before. It looks at how well the drug controls the virus and how safe it is.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT04665037RecruitingPhase 2
Posaconazole study for infants under 2 with serious fungal infection
This trial tests whether posaconazole, given through a vein or by mouth, can treat invasive fungal infections in children under 2 years old. It may help improve outcomes for infants with hard-to-treat fungal disease.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 1 day–2 years - NCT06139224Recruiting
Gut Bacteria and Inflammation in HIV and Heavy Drinking
This study looks at how gut bacteria and inflammation interact in people with both HIV and heavy alcohol use. It aims to find new ways to improve health by understanding these connections.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 45–75 - NCT07392372RecruitingPhase 1
Testing the safety of BNT351 in people with and without HIV
This trial tests a new antibody called BNT351 to see if it is safe and how it affects the immune system. It is for adults who either do not have HIV, or have HIV and are not currently on HIV medications.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–65 - NCT04705766Enrolling by invitation
Study kidney injury after recent COVID infection
This study looks at how COVID can affect the kidneys soon after infection. You may be able to participate if you recently tested positive for COVID and have not had kidney replacement treatments.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06293352Recruiting
Comparing two antibiotic spacers for knee infection
This trial compares two types of antibiotic spacers for people with a long-term knee replacement infection. It tests whether a spacer made entirely of antibiotic cement or one with a metal core works better to treat the infection before a new knee replacement.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06282510RecruitingPhase 4
Nasal antisepsis to prevent Candida auris
This trial tests whether a nasal antiseptic can reduce or prevent Candida auris infections in people who have had this germ before. It aims to find a simple way to lower the risk of future infection.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near Chicago
Institutions with a site for the recruiting infections studies listed above.
- Northwestern University · 4 studies
- Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago · 3 studies
- Rush University Medical Center · 3 studies
- Loyola University Medical Center · 2 studies
- University of Chicago · 2 studies
- Ali Keshavarzian
- AllianceChicago
- Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago ( Site 2104)
What taking part in a infections 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.
Looking wider? See all recruiting infections studies in Illinois.
Common questions
- Are there infections clinical trials near Chicago?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 61 recruiting infections studies with a site near Chicago, 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 infections study near Chicago?
- 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 Chicago to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Chicago, 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 infections 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.
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