Clinical trials
Lupus clinical trials
Below are recruiting lupus clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 336 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07394361Enrolling by invitation
Clinical Pilates for women with lupus: fatigue and quality of life
This study tests whether clinical Pilates training can help reduce fatigue, improve mood, sleep, and overall quality of life in women with systemic lupus erythematosus. If you have low disease activity and are not already exercising regularly, you may be able to participate.
Adana, SaricamAges 18–55 - NCT07038447Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
KITE-363 for refractory autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new cell therapy called KITE-363 for people with certain autoimmune diseases (lupus, lupus nephritis, systemic sclerosis, or idiopathic inflammatory myopathy) that haven't improved with standard treatments. It aims to see if this therapy can help control the disease.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT06375993Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Prula-cel for autoimmune diseases: a phase 1 study
This trial tests a new treatment called prulacabtagene leucel (prula-cel), which is a type of immune cell therapy (CAR T-cells) for people with certain autoimmune diseases. It aims to see if it can reset the immune system and reduce disease activity in conditions like lupus, scleroderma, vasculitis, or myositis.
Redwood City, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT05097365Enrolling by invitation
Testing a methyl-donor supplement to study lupus metabolism
This study looks at whether a “methyl-donor” nutrient supplement changes metabolism (methylation) in people with lupus who are also in the childbearing age range and have low-to-moderate disease activity. It may help researchers understand why lupus acts differently in some people and how diet-related pathways could affect symptoms.
São PauloAges 18–45 - NCT06897930RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new drug for adults with lupus
This trial tests an investigational drug called AZD0120 in adults with lupus that hasn't improved with standard treatments. The goal is to see if it's safe and works well for people with lupus-related organ problems.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT06586710Recruiting
Interferon pathway in childhood lupus
This study looks at how a part of the immune system called the interferon pathway works in children and teenagers with lupus, especially those with kidney problems. The goal is to better understand the disease and find possible new treatment targets.
FlorenceAges 1 month–17 years - NCT06182969RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
APG-2575 for mild to moderate lupus
This trial tests an experimental drug called APG-2575 for people with mild to moderate lupus. It aims to see if the drug can help control lupus activity and improve symptoms.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT05858684RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CAR-T therapy for hard-to-control lupus
This early-phase study tests a special immune therapy (CAR-T cells) made to target disease-driving immune cells in adults with lupus that has not improved despite standard treatments. It may offer a new option for people with severe, active lupus symptoms.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT05470569Recruiting
Registry study for people with early lupus in Argentina
This is a registry that follows adults with newly diagnosed lupus (within 5 years) to better understand the disease and care needs over time. It may help researchers and doctors learn what to expect early in lupus and improve future treatment planning.
La Plata, Buenos AiresAges 18 years+ - NCT06419205RecruitingPhase 2
ADX-097 for IgA nephropathy, lupus nephritis, or C3G
This study tests an experimental oral therapy called ADX-097 for people with three types of kidney disease: IgA nephropathy, lupus nephritis, or C3 glomerulopathy. The goal is to see if it’s safe and can help reduce kidney damage.
Lawrenceville, GeorgiaAges 16 years+ - 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.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–74 - NCT06947460RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR-T cell therapy for resistant lupus, sclerosis, and Sjögren's lung disease
This trial tests a special immune cell therapy (CAR-T cells targeting CD19 and BCMA) for people with lupus nephritis, systemic sclerosis, or Sjögren's-related lung blood vessel disease that hasn't improved with usual treatments. The goal is to see if this one-time cell infusion can calm the overactive immune system and improve symptoms.
Beijing, China,BeijingAges 10–65 - NCT07201558RecruitingPhase 1
Surovatamig safety study for rheumatoid arthritis or lupus
This trial tests surovatamig, a new experimental treatment, to see if it's safe and how the body processes it in adults with moderate-to-severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It may be an option if you've tried other biologic or targeted therapies without success.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–65 - NCT07089121RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Descartes-08 for young people with autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new therapy called Descartes-08 for children, teens, and young adults with autoimmune conditions like lupus, myasthenia gravis, or dermatomyositis. It aims to see if it can help control moderate disease that hasn't responded well enough to other treatments.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 12 years+ - NCT06217107Recruiting
Wellness and work support for lupus and lupus nephritis
This study tests a wellness and work support program for women with lupus or lupus nephritis. The goal is to help you manage your health and connect with others through an online program.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT04833465Recruiting
Testing a new outcome measure in kids with rheumatology diseases
This study looks at how to measure treatment success in children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), lupus (SLE), or fibromyalgia (FM). It may help doctors track symptoms more reliably over time.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 5–21 - NCT06570798RecruitingPhase 2
Testing Two Drugs for Lupus and Rheumatoid Arthritis
This trial tests two study drugs, inebilizumab and blinatumomab, for people with lupus (SLE) or rheumatoid arthritis (RA) that hasn't gotten better with standard treatments. It focuses on those with active disease, especially lupus-related kidney problems.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18–75 - NCT07180537Recruiting
Health course for joint and mood conditions
This study tests an online health course that helps improve diet and self-care to support cell health and wellbeing. It is for people with certain rheumatological conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or psoriatic arthritis, who also have mood concerns.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–100 - NCT07237659RecruitingPhase 1
Testing safety of NTR-1011 in lupus and rheumatoid arthritis
This trial is testing a new medicine called NTR-1011 to see if it is safe and tolerable for people with lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. If you have active lupus or RA and are on a stable treatment plan, you may be able to join.
Apple Valley, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT03152058RecruitingPhase 2
Certolizumab for pregnancy in people with APS
This Phase 2 study tests whether certolizumab can improve pregnancy outcomes in people with antiphospholipid syndrome (APS). It targets pregnancy complications related to APS while closely checking safety, infections, and certain health conditions.
New York, New YorkAges 18–40 - NCT03473912Recruiting
Rheumatoid disease biobank study for adults
This study asks adults with a rheumatoid condition to join a biobank, which is a safe place to store health information and biological samples for future research. It may help researchers better understand rheumatoid conditions and develop better treatments.
Kfar SabaAges 18–120 - NCT03816345RecruitingPhase 1
Nivolumab for advanced cancer with autoimmune conditions
This Phase 1 study tests nivolumab, an immunotherapy “anti-cancer accelerator,” in people with advanced cancer who also have an autoimmune disorder. It aims to see if nivolumab can be given safely and whether it may help shrink or control cancer.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for lupus?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 336 recruiting lupus 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 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 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.