Clinical trials
Light clinical trials
Below are recruiting light clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 277 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06645860Recruiting
Smart treatment for painless cavities in baby teeth
This study tests a special treatment (SMART) for cavities in baby teeth that don’t hurt. It uses different materials to fix the holes, and may help avoid more complex procedures.
Çanakkale, KepezAges 4–9 - NCT06678880Recruiting
Sleep and light for mood during menopause
This study tests a program that combines better sleep habits with timed bright light exposure to help improve mood in women going through menopause. It may help reduce the sad or hopeless feelings that often come with this transition.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 45–75 - NCT06160492RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a Glowing Dye to Improve Brain Tumor Removal
This trial compares two surgical techniques for removing malignant brain tumors: one using a special dye (5-ALA) that makes tumor cells glow under a blue light, versus the standard white light surgery. The goal is to see if the dye-guided approach helps surgeons remove more of the tumor safely.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT01406691RecruitingPhase 4
Light flashes for delayed sleep phase disorder
This trial tests whether timed light flashes can help people whose sleep schedule is consistently delayed (they fall asleep and wake up much later than desired). If you’re still in high school and your main issue is this delayed sleep pattern, you may be able to join.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 15–19 - NCT07270536Recruiting
Pacing and heart pressure in HFpEF exercise
This study tests whether a special pacing setting during exercise can help improve heart filling pressures in people with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) who already have a DDD pacemaker. If you have HFpEF and a pacemaker, you may help researchers find better ways to manage your condition during activity.
HasseltAges 18 years+ - NCT06177106Recruiting
Study of skin markers in sun-damaged and protected skin
This trial looks at certain markers in the skin of people with sun damage. It tests how your skin reacts to a small amount of simulated sunlight, and may help understand skin cancer risk.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 40 years+ - NCT06243016Recruiting
Breaking sitting with high-intensity exercise for brain health
This study tests whether breaking up long periods of sitting with short bursts of high-intensity exercise can improve brain health. It is for people who are sedentary and not very active but otherwise generally healthy.
Urbana, IllinoisAges 40–75 - NCT07151690RecruitingPhase 2
BCMA/CD3 bispecific antibody for newly diagnosed AL amyloidosis
This trial tests a new bispecific antibody treatment for people newly diagnosed with AL amyloidosis. The drug targets BCMA on myeloma cells and CD3 on immune cells to help your body fight the disease.
TianjinAges 18 years+ - NCT05935124Recruiting
White light or narrow-band imaging for colon polyp detection
This trial compares two camera light styles during screening colonoscopy to see which one better finds polyps on the right side of the colon. If you’re having a routine screening and have no concerning symptoms, the results may help improve how doctors spot polyps early.
Sydney, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT06715995Recruiting
Light stimulation's effect on brain waves in healthy older adults
This trial tests if a special light (gamma light) can change brain wave patterns in healthy adults over 55. It aims to understand how light might help keep the brain sharp.
Taoyuan, GuishanAges 55 years+ - NCT07068971Enrolling by invitation
Sleep well at night for advanced cancer patients
This study tests a sleep program for people with advanced cancer who have trouble sleeping. It aims to help you sleep better at night.
DublinAges 18 years+ - NCT07262645RecruitingPhase 3
Light therapy for mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease
This study tests a near-infrared light therapy device for people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. It may help with memory and thinking by using light on the head, a non-invasive approach.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 50–85 - NCT07124377Recruiting
Study of hereditary ATTR amyloidosis symptoms
This study looks at how a specific genetic change (Val50Met) affects people with hereditary ATTR amyloidosis. It may help doctors better understand the condition and its symptoms.
Charata, Chaco ProvinceAges 20 years+ - NCT05972265Recruiting
Exercise for memory and thinking after childhood trauma
This study tests if exercise can help improve memory, attention, and thinking in adults aged 40–60 who experienced child abuse or neglect and have concerns about their cognitive function. You'll need to be a native English speaker, generally healthy, and not currently very active.
Austin, TexasAges 40–60 - NCT07691463Recruiting
How light-sensitive cells help your eye focus
This trial studies how different types of light-sensitive cells in your eye work to help you focus. It involves sitting still and looking at lights while measurements are taken.
Rochester, New YorkAges Up to 35 years - NCT07420205RecruitingPhase 2
Sleep health study for U.S. Marines
This study looks at the sleep health of active-duty U.S. Marines. If you join, researchers will check your sleep patterns and may offer ways to improve your rest.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07312994Recruiting
How diet affects nerve health proteins
This study looks at levels of two nerve-health proteins in people who follow different diets for at least a year. It may help show how vegan, vegetarian, or omnivorous eating affects your brain and nerves over time.
Salzburg, State of SalzburgAges 18–40 - NCT07271264Recruiting
New camera vs standard light for colonoscopy in IBD
This study tests a new camera system that adds texture and color enhancement to the usual white light during a colonoscopy. It aims to see if this new view helps doctors spot signs of inflammation or early cancer more clearly in people with inflammatory bowel disease.
LondonAges 16 years+ - NCT04924998Recruiting
Study for AL-CM treatment in adults at one hospital
This study is looking at a treatment approach for people diagnosed with AL-CM at a specific hospital. It may help researchers understand whether the treatment is safe and effective for patients like you.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–80 - NCT04521972Recruiting
Testing how room light affects labor and uterine contractions
This study looks at whether changing the light you’re exposed to (using blue-filter glasses and adjusting lighting) changes uterine contractions and how labor progresses. You’d also track your lighting and use a home monitor that measures contraction activity.
East Lansing, MichiganAges 18–42 - NCT06351605Recruiting
Light therapy study for dry age-related macular degeneration
This study tests a light-based treatment (photobiomodulation) for dry AMD, using the Valeda Light Delivery System. It may help improve vision and eye health over time.
OsloAges Any age - NCT07209683Recruiting
Near-infrared light therapy for brain function in adults
This study tests whether shining a special near-infrared light on the head can improve how well your brain works and how clearly you think. It is for healthy younger and older adults who want to help find new ways to support brain health.
Oklahoma City, OklahomaAges 21–85 - NCT06192745Recruiting
Sleep and screen time study for kids 8 to 11
This study looks at how screen time in the evening affects sleep and body clocks in children. It may help families understand how to create healthier bedtime habits.
Houston, TexasAges 8–11 - NCT07213167Recruiting
Low contrast vision test for different lens implants
This trial checks how well you see in low light and low contrast after having cataract surgery with specific lens implants. It helps doctors understand which lenses work best in dim conditions.
Bakersfield, CaliforniaAges 22 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for light?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 277 recruiting light 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 light 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 light 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.