Clinical trials · California
Kidney Transplant clinical trials in California
We’re tracking 33 recruiting kidney transplant studies with a site in California — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in California
- NCT06263426Recruiting
Kidney transplant from donors with HIV: impact on rejection and long-term results
This study tests whether kidney transplants from donors with HIV are safe and effective for people with HIV who need a new kidney. It looks at long-term outcomes like rejection and survival.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07444489Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Long-term safety of felzartamab for kidney transplant rejection
This study checks the long-term safety of felzartamab for people who have had a kidney transplant and are dealing with antibody-mediated rejection or signs of inflammation in the kidney. It's for those who were already in a previous study and took at least one dose of felzartamab.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07199465RecruitingPhase 1
Letermovir for children after a kidney transplant
This study tests an oral antiviral medication called letermovir to see if it safely prevents CMV (a common virus) in children who have recently had a kidney transplant. It's for children ages typically 4 weeks to about a year post-transplant, with stable kidney function and no current CMV infection.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Up to 17 years - NCT07219043RecruitingPhase 2
Felzartamab for kidney transplant patients with inflammation
This trial tests a drug called felzartamab to see if it can help people who have a type of kidney inflammation after a transplant, even without donor-specific antibodies. It might offer a new treatment option for those who are not getting better on their own.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 18–74 - NCT05653232Recruiting
Preventing hepatitis C in kidney transplant recipients using antiviral pills
This study tests antiviral medicine given around the time of a kidney transplant to prevent hepatitis C infection when the donor has hepatitis C. It may help uninfected recipients stay hepatitis C–free after receiving the kidney.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06918990RecruitingPhase 1
Treating kidney rejection with CarBel
This trial tests a new medicine called CarBel for people who have a specific type of kidney rejection after transplant. It may help protect your new kidney and slow down rejection.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT04877288RecruitingPhase 3
Switch some teen kidney transplant patients to belatacept
This Phase 3 study tests whether switching teens from one anti-rejection medicine to belatacept works as well as staying on the current regimen. It also looks at safety and whether patients can stay on their anti-rejection medicines.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 12–17 - NCT05896839RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Immunotherapy with prednisone and sirolimus for transplant skin cancer
This early-phase study tests whether adding immunotherapy (nivolumab and ipilimumab) to prednisone and sirolimus can control advanced skin cancers in people with kidney transplants. It aims to see how well the treatment works and how safe it is for transplant recipients.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06409819RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Phage therapy for recurrent UTIs in kidney transplant patients
This trial tests a phage (virus that kills bacteria) treatment for women who have had a kidney transplant and keep getting urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by E. coli bacteria. It aims to see if this therapy can help prevent future infections.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
Kidney Transplant trials by city in California
Where these studies are running in California
Institutions with a site for the recruiting kidney transplant studies listed above.
- California Pacific Medical Center · 2 studies
- Keck Medicine of USC · 2 studies
- University of California San Diego Health · 2 studies
- University of California, San Francisco · 2 studies
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
- Local Institution
- Loma Linda University Health
- Loma Linda University Medical Center
What taking part in a kidney transplant 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 Transplant trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there kidney transplant clinical trials in California?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 33 recruiting kidney transplant studies with a site in California, 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 transplant study in California?
- 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 California to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, 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 transplant 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 transplant studies open in California 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.