Clinical trials · Pennsylvania
Kidney Diseases clinical trials in Pennsylvania
We’re tracking 41 recruiting kidney diseases studies with a site in Pennsylvania — including Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Pennsylvania
- NCT06823115Enrolling by invitation
Worldwide study of kidney injury in newborns
This study looks at how common acute kidney injury is in newborns in the intensive care unit. It helps doctors understand which babies are at risk and how to prevent kidney problems.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges birth–2 weeks - NCT07444203Recruiting
Study of kidney tissue in diabetes-related kidney disease
This study collects and studies kidney tissue (from a biopsy or surgery) from people with diabetes-related kidney disease to learn more about the condition. You may be able to help if you've already had a kidney biopsy or certain kidney surgeries.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07216391RecruitingPhase 2
Trial to delay type 1 diabetes: teplizumab vs. ATG
This study compares two medicines (teplizumab and anti-thymocyte globulin) to see if they can delay the onset of type 1 diabetes in people who are at high risk but don't have symptoms yet. If you have certain diabetes-related antibodies in your blood, this trial might help keep full-blown diabetes away for longer.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 4–34 - NCT07142252RecruitingPhase 2
New drug for recently diagnosed type 1 diabetes
This trial tests a new medicine (rezpegaldesleukin) to see if it can help preserve the body's ability to make some insulin in people recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. It's for children and adults diagnosed within the past 100 days.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 8–45 - NCT06978127Recruiting
Tech help for dialysis patients to feel better
This study tests a program that uses technology to help people on dialysis feel better and take a more active role in their care. It may help you if you are on dialysis and want extra support.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06624358Recruiting
Physical activity study for teens with chronic kidney disease
This study looks at physical activity in teens with chronic kidney disease (CKD) who are not yet on dialysis or have had a transplant. It aims to understand their current activity levels and how to help them stay active safely.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 13–18 - NCT05997875Recruiting
Learning about dialysis access options
This study tests a new way to teach people about hemodialysis and the access (the spot in your arm or leg where the dialysis machine connects). It is for people with advanced kidney disease who are considering hemodialysis and want to learn about their options for vascular access.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05485961RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Clazakizumab for kidney failure patients on dialysis
This study tests an experimental drug called clazakizumab (CSL300) to see if it can reduce inflammation and lower the risk of heart problems in people with kidney failure who are on dialysis. It may help if you have diabetes or heart disease and have high inflammation levels.
Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05390892RecruitingPhase 4
Preventing kidney and heart damage in type 2 diabetes
This study tests whether diabetes medicines can help prevent worsening heart and kidney problems in people with type 2 diabetes. You’ll be assigned by chance to one of these medicine types, and your other care will be adjusted for safety.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 40–80 - NCT04338048Recruiting
Study for autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease
This study enrolls people who have been diagnosed with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD), a genetic kidney condition that can cause kidney cysts. It aims to learn about this specific form of the disease so better care is possible for the right patients.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 18 years - NCT01016613Enrolling by invitation
Kidney health study that helps build a tissue and data bank
This study collects health information and biological samples to better understand kidney disease and support future kidney research. It may help your care indirectly by improving how kidney conditions are recognized and studied.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT02780297Recruiting
Study of rare stone-causing kidney conditions
This study is for people with certain rare kidney conditions that can cause kidney stones. It aims to learn how these conditions behave over time and may help improve future care.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT01209000Recruiting
Study for children with new kidney protein loss
This study is for children (and some newly diagnosed patients) who have nephrotic syndrome—kidneys leaking a lot of protein. It aims to better understand the kidney condition (sometimes using biopsy) and support future care decisions.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 80 years - NCT05583942Recruiting
Nerve stimulation trial for children with steroid-resistant kidney syndrome
This pilot study tests a device that stimulates nerves in the ear to help children with steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome. It may improve urine protein and kidney-related outcomes for kids whose standard steroid treatment does not work.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 3–17 - NCT05917522RecruitingPhase 2
Biomarker-guided changes to anti-rejection medicines after kidney transplant
This Phase 2 study looks at whether blood test “biomarkers” can guide safely changing anti-rejection medicines after an ABO-compatible kidney transplant. It may help some people reduce certain medicines while keeping the new kidney protected from rejection.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–70 - NCT06056102RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy to help highly sensitized kidney transplant patients
This trial tests whether a special immune cell treatment (CAR-T cells) can lower the antibodies that make it very hard for you to receive a kidney transplant. If it works, you might become eligible for a transplant sooner.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT06055608RecruitingPhase 2
Improving kidney transplant outcomes in teens and young adults
This trial tests a new approach to help teenagers and young adults keep their first kidney transplant working well. It looks at how to improve long-term success by carefully managing the immune system around the time of transplant.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 13–20
Where these studies are running in Pennsylvania
Institutions with a site for the recruiting kidney diseases studies listed above.
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia · 6 studies
- University of Pennsylvania · 3 studies
- University of Pittsburgh · 3 studies
- Temple University Hospital · 2 studies
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (Site #: 71091)
- Clinical Renal Associates, LTD
- Geisinger Medical Center
- Northeast Clinical Research Center, LLC
What taking part in a kidney diseases 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.
Kidney Diseases trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there kidney diseases clinical trials in Pennsylvania?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 41 recruiting kidney diseases studies with a site in Pennsylvania, 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 kidney diseases study in Pennsylvania?
- 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 Pennsylvania to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Pennsylvania, 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 kidney diseases 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 kidney diseases studies open in Pennsylvania 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.