Clinical trials
Lupus or SLE clinical trials
Below are recruiting lupus or sle clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 343 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06426316Recruiting
Immune cells and migraines study
This study looks at how certain immune cells and inflammatory chemicals relate to migraines. If you have migraines or an autoimmune condition (like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, or Crohn's disease), you may be able to participate. The goal is to understand what causes migraines.
Clermont-Ferrand, AURAAges 18–50 - NCT06435468Recruiting
Biocollection for rare childhood-onset immune diseases
This study collects blood and tissue samples from patients with rare immune system diseases that started in childhood, and from their relatives and healthy volunteers. The goal is to build a biocollection for future research to better understand these diseases.
Bron, BronAges 1 year+ - NCT06462768Recruiting
Study of immune cell activity in systemic sclerosis
This study looks at a specific type of immune cell activity (called neutrophil extracellular traps) in the blood of people with systemic sclerosis, other connective tissue diseases, and healthy volunteers. It aims to understand how these cells may be involved in the disease and could lead to better treatments.
ReimsAges 18 years+ - NCT06465147RecruitingPhase 1
Cell therapy for hard-to-treat lupus (REACT-01)
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy (CAR T-cells) to see if it can stop the immune system from attacking the body in severe lupus. It’s for people ages 2–30 whose lupus is not controlled by other treatments and who are willing to be treated at Seattle Children’s Hospital.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 2–30 - NCT06544343Recruiting
Remote monitoring for new immunosuppressive therapy
This trial tests whether regular remote check-ins can help manage chronic immunosuppressive medications. If you have an autoimmune condition like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus and are starting a new medicine such as methotrexate or a biologic, you may be eligible.
Perugia, PGAges Any age - 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.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18–75 - NCT06581562RecruitingPhase 1
Testing rituximab plus AB-101 for autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new treatment (AB-101) combined with rituximab for people with certain autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, pemphigus vulgaris, vasculitis, or lupus. It is for those who have not had success with standard therapies.
Plantation, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06594068RecruitingPhase 4
Anifrolumab in breastfeeding mothers with lupus
This study is looking at how the lupus medicine anifrolumab passes into breast milk and affects mothers and their babies. It is for women who are already taking anifrolumab for lupus and are breastfeeding a baby born at 32 weeks or later.
Las Vegas, NevadaAges 18–130 - NCT06599411Recruiting
Skin biomarkers for inflammatory disease treatment
This study looks for clues in your skin and blood that could predict how well you'll respond to treatments for conditions like eczema, psoriasis, or lupus. It aims to help doctors choose the best therapy for you.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06599658RecruitingPhase 2
COVID-19 booster and flu vaccine timing for people with weak immune systems
This study tests the best timing for a COVID-19 booster and flu shot in people with weakened immune systems, such as organ transplant recipients, people living with HIV, or those with certain autoimmune conditions. It aims to help patients get better protection from both vaccines.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT06614270Recruiting
CAR-NK cell therapy for severe autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new type of immune cell therapy using modified natural killer cells (CAR-NK) that target a protein called CD19 and produce helpful signals (IL-10 and IL-15). It is for people with certain autoimmune diseases that have not improved with standard treatments or have come back after getting better.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–65 - NCT06642870Recruiting
Self-management programme for rare rheumatic conditions
This trial is developing a self-management programme for people with rare rheumatic conditions like lupus, vasculitis, myositis, or Sjogren syndrome. It aims to help participants better manage their condition and improve their quality of life.
BristolAges 18 years+ - NCT06657703RecruitingPhase 1
Safety of a single dose of HC022 in healthy adults
This trial tests a single dose of an investigational drug called HC022 in healthy volunteers to see how safe it is and how the body handles it. If you are a healthy adult, you may be able to join and help researchers learn the first steps about this new medicine.
BeijingAges 18–55 - NCT06659029Recruiting
Study on pregnancy outcomes in lupus patients using anifrolumab
This study tracks the health of pregnant women with moderate to severe lupus who have been treated with anifrolumab, compared to those treated with other lupus medications. It aims to understand how these treatments affect both mother and baby.
Wilmington, North CarolinaAges Any age - NCT06685042RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR T-cell therapy for severe autoimmune diseases
This study tests a new treatment called CAR T-cell therapy for people with severe autoimmune diseases that haven't gotten better with standard treatments. The goal is to see if it can help control the disease by reprogramming your immune cells.
Rome, LazioAges 18–65 - NCT06285279RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for hard-to-treat autoimmune kidney diseases
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy called CAR-T cells that target two proteins (BCMA and CD19) to treat autoimmune kidney diseases that are not responding to standard treatments. The goal is to see if this therapy can help control the disease and improve kidney function.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–65 - NCT06775912RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new CAR-T cell therapy that targets two proteins (CD19 and BCMA) on immune cells. It's designed for people with certain autoimmune diseases like lupus, scleroderma, vasculitis, myositis, or Sjögren's syndrome that are not controlled by standard treatments.
Lianyungang, JiangusAges 18–70 - NCT06778343Recruiting
Biomarkers study for inflammatory rheumatic diseases
This study is looking for people with ankylosing spondylitis, rheumatoid arthritis, or lupus to help find biomarkers that may make diagnosis easier. If you have one of these conditions and haven't tried biologic therapies, you may be able to join.
LisbonAges 18–65 - NCT06792799RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CAR-NK cells for B-cell autoimmune diseases
This early phase trial tests a new treatment made from immune cells (CAR-NK cells) that target and destroy overactive B cells. It may help people with lupus, certain kidney diseases, or nephrotic syndrome that hasn't responded to standard therapies.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 3 years+ - NCT06794008RecruitingPhase 2
CAR-T cell therapy for hard-to-treat autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new treatment using your own immune cells (called CAR-T cells) designed to target and attack cells that cause autoimmune diseases. It is for people with lupus, Sjögren's syndrome, inflammatory myopathy, scleroderma, Behcet's disease, ANCA-associated vasculitis, IgG4-related disease, antiphospholipid syndrome, or thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura who have not improved with standard therapies.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06795893Recruiting
Anifrolumab pregnancy outcomes study
This study collects information on pregnancy outcomes in women who took the drug anifrolumab during pregnancy or within 16 weeks before conception. It helps researchers understand how the drug may affect pregnancy and the baby.
SödertäljeAges Any age - NCT06801119RecruitingPhase 1
HN2301 for autoimmune diseases study
This trial tests a new mRNA treatment called HN2301 for people with autoimmune diseases like lupus, scleroderma, or rheumatoid arthritis. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and helps control the disease.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–69 - NCT06826430RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for severe lupus-related low platelets
This trial tests a new CAR-T cell treatment called Inaticabtagene Autoleucel for people with lupus that causes very low platelet counts (immune thrombocytopenia) that hasn't gotten better with standard treatments. The goal is to see if it can help raise platelet levels.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT06828042RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR-γδT cells for refractory autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new type of immune cell therapy (CAR-γδT cells) that targets a protein called CD19 on your own B cells. It is for people with certain autoimmune diseases that have not gotten better with standard treatments. The goal is to see if this therapy can safely control the disease.
BeijingAges 18–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for lupus or sle?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 343 recruiting lupus or sle 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 or sle 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 or sle 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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