Clinical trials
Metabolism clinical trials
Below are recruiting metabolism clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,051 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04113486Recruiting
NMAP protein in new kidney or liver tumors
This study looks at a protein called NMAP in people who have a new kidney or liver mass that will be surgically removed. It helps researchers understand how this protein relates to cancer and might lead to better tests or treatments in the future.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT04114136RecruitingPhase 2
Study tests pembrolizumab or nivolumab plus a diabetes-like drug
This Phase 2 study tests whether adding a metabolic (diabetes-related) medicine to an immune therapy (pembrolizumab or nivolumab) can better control certain solid tumors. It may help people whose standard treatment would usually be pembrolizumab or nivolumab alone.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04104529Recruiting
Research database for metabolic radiotherapy patients
This study creates a database of information and blood samples from patients receiving a type of treatment called metabolic radiotherapy for certain cancers, like thyroid, neuroendocrine, or prostate cancer. It aims to improve understanding and care for future patients.
Bordeaux, AquitaineAges 18 years+ - NCT04002882Recruiting
Study how body fat pattern affects lung decline in cystic fibrosis
This study looks at how where your body stores fat may be linked to changes in metabolism and lung function over time in people with cystic fibrosis. It also compares results with healthy people similar in age, sex, and body size to understand the differences better.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 16 years+ - NCT03927638Enrolling by invitation
Standing versus sitting study for heart and metabolism measures
This trial compares how different body positions (sitting vs standing) affect blood and heart-related measurements in otherwise healthy adults. It may help researchers understand which position is better for metabolic and cardiovascular health.
Montclair, New JerseyAges 18–50 - NCT03882580Recruiting
Heart care during cancer treatment
This trial looks at how a special heart clinic can help cancer patients avoid or manage heart problems caused by their cancer treatment. It aims to find the best ways to detect, prevent, and treat heart issues during cancer care.
Paris, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT03771105RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Study how phosphate handling affects healthy aging
This early study looks at how the body’s handling of phosphate may affect aging and bone health. It is meant for people with certain rare genetic conditions that change phosphate levels, to better understand their biology and responses to study tests.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 13 years+ - NCT03794531Recruiting
Study of health, stress, and lifestyle changes in Puerto Rico
This study looks at how people’s health, day-to-day stress, and living conditions in Puerto Rico change over time. You might help researchers understand what trends are happening and what could be improved.
San JuanAges 30–75 - NCT03549754Recruiting
iCaReMe registry for adults with diabetes, blood pressure, or heart/kidney disease
This is a health “registry,” meaning it collects information about people living with common chronic conditions. It may help researchers better understand real-world health needs and outcomes for people with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart failure, and/or chronic kidney disease.
Fortaleza, CearáAges 18 years+ - NCT03540758RecruitingPhase 2
Study of how brain sugar control channels affect blood sugar
This Phase 2 study tests how certain channels in the brain help control how your body makes and releases sugar (glucose). It may help explain blood sugar problems in people with type 2 diabetes and healthy volunteers.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 21–70 - NCT03670524Recruiting
HEAL Green Heart study for healthy community living
This study looks at health effects of changes in the local environment and community actions in Louisville. You may be able to join if you live in the right area and meet basic safety and health requirements.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 30–70 - NCT03374215Recruiting
Study hormone causes of high blood pressure in Black adults
This study looks at the body’s hormone signals to understand what causes primary aldosteronism (a condition that can lead to high blood pressure). By comparing clinical results and lab data, researchers hope to improve how the condition is diagnosed and managed, especially in Black participants.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 7–70 - NCT03407079RecruitingPhase 2
Study of sucralose’s effects on digestion of drugs
This study tests whether the sugar substitute sucralose changes how your body absorbs and breaks down certain medicines. You’d take sucralose or a placebo for 4 weeks, visit the clinic, and complete required samples and medicine doses during visits.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–60 - NCT03389100Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Tau PET brain scan study for people without dementia
This trial studies how tau (a protein linked to Alzheimer’s and related conditions) shows up on a special brain scan called tau PET. It also uses MRI and blood work to understand brain changes and who may be at risk, helping researchers improve future diagnosis.
New York, New YorkAges 55–69 - NCT03502967Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
Hyperpolarized carbon-13 brain scan for recent traumatic brain injury
This early study tests a special brain imaging scan that looks at brain metabolism after a recent concussion/traumatic brain injury (TBI). It may help researchers understand what’s happening in the brain soon after injury.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–60 - NCT03128996RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Bone marrow transplant with lighter chemo for non-cancer illnesses
This early-phase study tests a safer “lighter” conditioning chemo plan before a bone marrow transplant for people with non-cancer blood and immune disorders. It aims to reduce transplant risk while using donor marrow that does not match perfectly in the HLA type.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 1 day–21 years - NCT03067467Recruiting
MRI scan study of brain tumors using special carbon imaging
This trial uses a special MRI scan that shows how “metabolism” (how cells use fuel) differs in brain tumors. It may help researchers better understand tumor biology and how tumors may respond to treatment, without using chemotherapy or radiation as part of the study.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–70 - NCT03225677Recruiting
Testing a new scan to study muscle breakdown in cirrhosis
This study looks at how your body uses protein in your muscles when you have cirrhosis (a scarred liver). It uses a special “tracer” method (a substance that can be tracked) and may help researchers better understand muscle loss in people with milder cirrhosis.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT03201094Recruiting
NMES and whey protein for recovery after aneurysmal brain bleed
This pilot study tests whether a therapy that gently stimulates nerves (NMES) and a whey-protein supplement (HPRO) can improve recovery after an aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH), a type of bleeding around the brain. Participants are usually treated soon after the bleed and stay in the ICU long enough for the study measures.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT02648009RecruitingPhase 1
Heart metabolic MRI using a special injected tracer
This Phase 1 study tests whether a specialized heart MRI injection can show how the heart uses energy. It may help researchers better understand heart muscle thickening and related conditions, and identify heart-related changes early.
Toronto, OntarioAges 19–75 - NCT02830308Recruiting
Adult study evaluating endocrine and metabolic health
This trial enrolls adults with known or suspected hormone (endocrine) or metabolism-related conditions for clinical evaluation. The goal is to help doctors assess and better understand what’s causing these health problems.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT02890342Recruiting
Studying Propionic Acidemia, gut bacteria, and body chemistry over time
This study follows people with propionic acidemia to better understand how the body, diet, gut bacteria, and blood chemistry change over time. It may help researchers learn more about the condition and how pregnancy, transplant, and daily life affect health.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 month–100 years - NCT02692885Recruiting
Study body fat tissue to learn how it affects metabolism
This study looks at samples of body fat to understand what controls metabolism (how your body uses energy). You may be asked for a fat tissue sample during surgery or through a special biopsy scan, depending on your situation.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–90 - NCT02683473Recruiting
Studies how babies use energy using special water
This study measures how healthy full-term infants use energy in their bodies by having them drink a special kind of water. It may help researchers better understand infant growth and metabolism, especially how feeding affects energy use.
Baton Rouge, LouisianaAges 1 month–3 months
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for metabolism?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,051 recruiting metabolism 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 metabolism 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 metabolism 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.