Clinical trials
Obese clinical trials
Below are recruiting obese clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,434 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03331133Recruiting
Study of twins born in Guangzhou
This study focuses on twins who were born at Guangzhou Women and Children’s Medical Center. It aims to use pregnancy and baseline information to learn about twin outcomes and care, and it may help local doctors improve guidance for families in Guangzhou.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges Up to 18 years - NCT07872397Recruiting
Comparing blood sugar control after two weight-loss surgeries
This study compares how well two types of weight-loss surgery control blood sugar levels over time. It may help people with severe obesity understand which surgery could lead to more stable blood sugar after the procedure.
Seville, SevillaAges 18–74 - NCT06226194Recruiting
Genes and weight loss after bariatric surgery
This study looks at how your genes might affect how much weight you lose after gastric sleeve or gastric bypass surgery. You may be able to help doctors better predict weight loss results for future patients.
Lleida, LeidaAges 18–65 - NCT06305208Recruiting
UK registry for weight loss endoscopy procedures
This study collects information from patients in the UK who have a weight loss procedure done through an endoscope (a thin tube down the throat). It helps doctors learn more about how well these procedures work and how safe they are.
LondonAges 18–99 - NCT06308757Recruiting
Studying a very low calorie keto diet for fatty liver disease with scarring
This trial tests whether a very low calorie ketogenic diet (a strict low-carb, high-fat diet) can help people with non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) who have liver scarring. Participants will follow this diet for a year and have two liver biopsies to see if their liver health improves.
BolognaAges 18 years+ - NCT06241144Recruiting
Supporting healthy habits after childbirth
This trial helps women who had a high body weight before pregnancy make lasting lifestyle changes after giving birth. It uses a smartphone program to support healthier eating and physical activity.
OuluAges 18 years+ - NCT06244888RecruitingPhase 2
Using new strategies to help maintain weight loss
This study tests a method to help people who have already lost weight keep it off. It uses a control systems engineering approach to provide personalized support.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–70 - NCT05775627Recruiting
Study how sleep affects metabolism in healthy adults
This trial studies how changes in sleep and the body’s daily rhythm may affect metabolism (how your body handles energy and sugar). It is for generally healthy, medication-free young adults who follow a controlled diet and sleep schedule.
Portland, OregonAges 18–40 - NCT04040413Recruiting
Database update for bariatric weight-loss surgery
This trial is a “database maintenance” study related to bariatric (weight-loss) surgery. It helps keep the records up to date and may support future care by organizing information about patients who get surgery.
Ramat GanAges Any age - NCT06396871Recruiting
Blood cell study in metabolic diseases
This study looks at blood cells and factors in people with metabolic diseases like fatty liver, prediabetes, or type 2 diabetes. It aims to better understand these conditions by comparing them with healthy volunteers.
Dresden, SaxonyAges 18 years+ - NCT06420700Recruiting
Stomach Lining Ablation with Sleeve Gastroplasty for Weight Loss
This study combines two endoscopic procedures to help you lose weight: one that reduces the size of your stomach and one that alters the stomach lining. It is designed for people who are ready to commit to long-term diet changes.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–65 - NCT06116435Recruiting
Lifestyle program for weight loss and physical activity
This study tests a lifestyle program to help people become more active and lose weight. It compares different types of support to see what works best.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–65 - NCT07842640RecruitingPhase 1
Injectable treatment for overweight and obesity
This study tests an injectable medication called ASC35 to see if it is safe and tolerable for people who are overweight or obese. It may help with weight management, though it is an early-stage trial focused on safety first.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–65 - NCT07844616Recruiting
Eggs, gut health, and metabolism study
This study looks at how eating whole eggs versus egg whites affects your gut bacteria, metabolism, and immune system. It aims to understand how eggs may influence health markers in people of different weight ranges.
Storrs, ConnecticutAges 18–50 - NCT04040777Recruiting
Cardiometabolic risk registry for adults
This study is a health registry that collects information about risk factors for heart and metabolic problems in adults. It may help doctors better understand who is at higher risk and guide future prevention strategies.
Pilar, Buenos AiresAges 18 years+ - NCT06409962Recruiting
New school program for childhood obesity and prediabetes
This study tests a new program to help children with obesity, focusing on those with slightly higher blood sugar (prediabetes). It takes place at a school and requires both parent and child consent.
CórdobaAges 6–16 - NCT07836088Recruiting
Ultrasound muscle check for metabolic health
This study uses ultrasound scans to measure muscle mass in people with metabolic conditions like type 2 diabetes and obesity. It may help doctors understand how these conditions affect muscles and could lead to better care.
Zhangzhou, FujianAges 18 years+ - NCT07839832Recruiting
Healthy goals study for teens with obesity
This study looks at healthy lifestyle programs for children ages 10-15 who are overweight. You and your child will be involved together in activities to help improve health.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 10–15 - NCT06302803Recruiting
Modified intermittent eating for weight loss trial
This trial tests a modified intermittent eating plan to help people with obesity lose weight and keep it off. It compares different eating schedules to see which works best for long-term weight control.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07833592Recruiting
Liver-targeted treatment for genetic leptin-related obesity
This study is for people with a rare genetic condition that causes severe obesity and high appetite, called leptin receptor deficiency or related leptin problems. The trial tests a new approach that targets the liver to help with weight control, and it aims to see if this can improve their condition.
Novara, ItalyAges Any age - NCT05197738Recruiting
Study using a sleep health app to improve sleep
This study tests a “sleep health” app (REFRESH) to see how it may help people track and improve sleep. You may be eligible if you’re an adult in the U.S. who can use the app on your own phone.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07822061RecruitingPhase 3
Weight loss study for people with excess weight
This study tests an investigational medicine for weight loss in people with excess weight. It aims to see how effective the medicine is and may help you lose weight and improve health.
Sapporo, HokkaidoAges 18 years+ - NCT06390189Recruiting
Inflammation resolution in heart and metabolic health
This study examines how your body naturally resolves inflammation, which is important for heart health and conditions like diabetes. It involves blood draws and tests to understand how inflammation works.
AarhusAges 18–75 - NCT07815678RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Safety study of an oral medication in people with normal or higher weight
This study tests a new oral medication called ACCG-2671 to see how safe it is and how your body handles it. It's an early-stage trial, so the main focus is on safety and tolerability. The study has different parts: one for people with normal weight and one for people with higher weight who are already taking a GLP-1 injection for weight loss.
Cypress, CaliforniaAges 25–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for obese?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,434 recruiting obese 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 obese 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 obese 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.