Clinical trials
Lupus Erythematosus clinical trials
Below are recruiting lupus erythematosus clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 260 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06653556RecruitingEarly Phase 1
LCAR-AIO for relapsed or hard-to-treat lupus
This study tests a new treatment called LCAR-AIO for people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) that has come back or not responded well to standard therapies. The goal is to see if it can help control the disease.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–65 - NCT06691152RecruitingPhase 1
CD19 UCAR T cells for severe lupus
This trial tests an experimental treatment called CD19 UCAR T cells for people with severe lupus that hasn't gotten better with standard medicines. It aims to see if these special immune cells can safely and effectively control the disease.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 5 years+ - NCT06789107RecruitingPhase 1
Blinatumomab for severe childhood lupus
This trial tests a drug called blinatumomab for children with active lupus that hasn't improved with standard treatments. It aims to see if this immunotherapy can help calm the immune system and reduce lupus activity.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 5 years+ - NCT06841042RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new drug for active lupus
This study tests a new investigational drug called SCTB35 for people with active systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus). It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective in controlling lupus activity when added to your current stable lupus medications.
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT06920433RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Targeted cell therapy for tough lupus with kidney involvement
This early-phase trial tests a special immune cell therapy (UCAR T-cells) that targets two proteins (CD19 and BCMA) on the surface of lupus B cells. It is for people with difficult-to-treat lupus that affects the kidneys (lupus nephritis) who have not gotten better with standard treatments.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT07010835RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of YK012 for moderate to severe lupus
This trial tests a new drug, YK012, for people with moderate to severe lupus. It aims to see if the drug can reduce disease activity and improve symptoms.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07215663RecruitingPhase 1
Cizutamig for active lupus not helped by other treatments
This study tests a new biologic drug called cizutamig for people with active lupus (SLE) who haven't gotten enough help from standard treatments. The goal is to see if it can safely reduce disease activity.
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT07515014RecruitingPhase 2
Testing E6742 in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
This study tests a new medicine called E6742 to help people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), an autoimmune disease where the body attacks its own tissues. Researchers want to see if this drug can reduce lupus symptoms and disease activity.
Bengbu, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT07260942Recruiting
Study of ferroptosis in lupus
This study looks at whether a type of cell death called ferroptosis plays a role in lupus. Participants with lupus or with rheumatoid arthritis or inflammatory bowel disease will be compared to understand more about how lupus works.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT07299422RecruitingPhase 2
Study of SHR-2173 for people with lupus
This trial tests a new drug called SHR-2173 for people with active lupus. It aims to see if it can reduce disease activity when taken with standard treatments.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT07323173RecruitingPhase 1
Testing LBL-047 in healthy adults and lupus patients
This study tests a new drug called LBL-047 in healthy volunteers and in people with mild-to-moderate lupus. The goal is to see if it is safe and how the body handles it.
Bengbu, AnhuiAges 18–60 - NCT07339332RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for moderate to severe lupus
This study tests whether a new CAR-T cell treatment (called CT1195E) can help people with lupus that hasn't improved with standard medicines. CAR-T cells are specially trained immune cells that seek out and destroy certain faulty immune cells, which may reduce lupus symptoms. The trial is for people with moderate to severe active lupus affecting organs like the kidneys, heart, or blood system.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–65 - NCT07679776Enrolling by invitation
Study on early vision changes in lupus patients
This study looks at whether people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) have early signs of vision problems. Eye tests will be used to check how well you see and if there are any hidden issues in your eyes.
Hefei, AnhuiAges Any age - NCT07397728Recruiting
TREX1 gene changes in lupus with skin rashes
This trial tests for a specific gene change (in the TREX1 gene) in people with lupus, especially those who have lupus-related skin rashes. It aims to understand how this gene may affect the disease.
Qina, South ValleyAges 18–60 - NCT00001372Recruiting
Understanding Lupus: Research Study at NIH
This research study aims to better understand systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), an autoimmune disease where the body's immune system attacks its own tissues. Researchers will evaluate patients with lupus, study genetic factors, and perform optional imaging tests to learn how the disease affects blood vessels and the heart.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3–120 - NCT01510067Recruiting
Study of skin lupus types and how severe they are
This study looks at adults with cutaneous lupus (skin lupus) and/or systemic lupus (a whole-body autoimmune condition) to understand how common it is and how severe the skin symptoms become. It may help researchers better describe different skin lupus forms and their impact.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07405970RecruitingPhase 3
Testing MIL62 for active lupus
This trial tests an investigational drug called MIL62 for people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) that is still active despite standard treatments. The goal is to see if MIL62 can better control disease activity.
BeijingAges 18–80 - NCT07444307RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for hard-to-treat lupus
This trial tests a new CAR-T cell therapy for people with severe lupus that hasn't improved with standard treatments. The therapy uses specially designed immune cells to target and destroy cells causing the disease.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–65 - NCT07447986RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a New Injection for Lupus (SLE)
This study tests a new injectable medicine (SG301) for people with lupus (SLE) whose current treatments are not working well enough or cause side effects. It aims to see if this targeted therapy can better control lupus symptoms.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT06946485RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for hard-to-treat lupus
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy called CAR-T cells that target a protein called CD70 on immune cells. The goal is to see if it can help people with active lupus that has not improved with standard treatments.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–65 - NCT06535412RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of IMC-002 for active lupus
This study tests a new medicine, IMC-002, for people with active lupus that hasn't been controlled by standard treatments. It aims to see if the drug can reduce lupus activity and improve symptoms.
BeijingAges 18–65 - NCT06661213Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
Tapinarof cream for lupus skin lesions
This study tests if a cream called tapinarof can improve skin symptoms in people with chronic or subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE). The goal is to see if it reduces redness, scaling, and thickness of active lesions.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06518668Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
NKX019 cell therapy for lupus
This study tests a new therapy called NKX019, which uses specially engineered natural killer cells to target a protein on lupus cells. It is for people with moderate to severe lupus that has not responded to standard treatments, especially those with active kidney inflammation.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT07483346RecruitingPhase 1
Testing IASO-782 for systemic lupus erythematosus
This trial tests a new medicine called IASO-782 for people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It aims to see if the drug can help control lupus symptoms when added to standard treatments.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for lupus erythematosus?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 260 recruiting lupus erythematosus 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 lupus erythematosus 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 lupus erythematosus 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.
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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.