Clinical trials · Illinois
Lupus Nephritis clinical trials in Illinois
We’re tracking 8 recruiting lupus nephritis studies with a site in Illinois — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2 and Phase 2 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Illinois
- NCT07328581RecruitingPhase 2
CAR-T cell therapy for refractory lupus with or without kidney involvement
This trial tests a new treatment called ICG318 CAR-T, which uses your own immune cells to target and calm the overactive immune system in lupus. It may help people whose lupus has not improved with standard treatments, including those with lupus nephritis (kidney inflammation).
Chicago, IllinoisAges 16–70 - NCT05201469RecruitingPhase 2
VIB4920 for lupus kidney inflammation not responding well enough
This Phase 2 study tests VIB4920 to treat active lupus nephritis, a type of kidney disease caused by lupus. It may help reduce kidney inflammation and improve kidney outcomes in people with active disease despite standard care.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05934149Recruiting
Lupus health registry that stores samples for future research
This study keeps a long-term record of people with lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus) and collects samples so researchers can study the disease better. You may be able to join if you meet lupus diagnosis criteria, are not pregnant, and can follow the study visits and consent process.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–110 - NCT05538208RecruitingPhase 2
Children with lupus kidney inflammation using mycophenolate
This Phase 2 study tests how well the medicine mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) works for children and teens with lupus nephritis that is “proliferative” (a specific biopsy type). You may qualify if your kidney biopsy and current treatment match the study’s targets and you can follow frequent visits and testing.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 8–20 - NCT06121297RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CABA-201 treatment for systemic lupus erythematosus
This study tests a new treatment called CABA-201 for people with active systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The treatment aims to reduce disease activity and may help those who haven't responded well to other treatments.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 12–65 - NCT06925542RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CTX112 for adults with autoimmune disease
This trial tests an experimental cell therapy called CTX112 for people with lupus, scleroderma, or inflammatory myositis that hasn't responded well to standard treatments. The goal is to see if it's safe and if it can help control the disease.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–70 - NCT06557265RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
NKX019 for lupus kidney disease or membranous nephropathy
This trial tests an experimental cell therapy called NKX019 for people with active lupus nephritis (a type of kidney inflammation from lupus) or primary membranous nephropathy (another kidney condition) that hasn't gotten better after standard treatments. It may help if you have tried at least two treatments for lupus kidney disease or one for membranous nephropathy and still have active kidney disease.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–75 - NCT07085104RecruitingPhase 1
Study of ALLO-329 for lupus, myositis, or scleroderma
This trial tests a new one-time cell therapy (ALLO-329) made from donor cells to target and calm overactive immune cells in people with lupus, myositis, or scleroderma that hasn't improved with usual medications. It aims to see if this treatment is safe and can help reduce disease activity.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–74
Lupus Nephritis trials by city in Illinois
Where these studies are running in Illinois
Institutions with a site for the recruiting lupus nephritis studies listed above.
- University of Chicago · 2 studies
- Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
- Nkarta Investigational Site
- Northwestern Medicine, Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Northwestern University
- The University of Chicago Medical Center - Accepting Adult and Adolescent Patients
- University of Chicago Medical Center
- University of Chicago Medicine- Comer Children's
What taking part in a lupus nephritis 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.
Lupus Nephritis trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there lupus nephritis clinical trials in Illinois?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 8 recruiting lupus nephritis studies with a site in Illinois, 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 lupus nephritis study in Illinois?
- 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 Illinois to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Illinois, 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 lupus nephritis 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 lupus nephritis studies open in Illinois 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.