Clinical trials
Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes clinical trials
Below are recruiting obesity and type 2 diabetes clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 276 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05962372Recruiting
Culturally tailored diet program for adults in Puerto Rico
This study tests a diet program designed to fit Puerto Rico culture and daily life. It may help adults with weight or blood sugar or blood fat concerns improve their health through regular check-ins.
San JuanAges 30–65 - NCT05881447Recruiting
Study kidney disease patterns in people in Tanzania
This study looks at how common chronic kidney disease is, how it develops over time, and what risk factors are linked to it. It may help improve how kidney disease is recognized and managed in your community.
Bagamoyo, Coast RegionAges 18–99 - NCT05838287RecruitingPhase 4
Pioglitazone for heart failure with preserved pumping in type 2 diabetes
This trial tests whether pioglitazone (a diabetes medicine) helps people who have type 2 diabetes and a specific type of heart failure where the heart pumps normally. It may improve heart failure symptoms and function in carefully selected patients.
San Antonio, TexasAges 30–70 - NCT05799222Recruiting
Nutrition program for obesity and diabetes risk
This trial tests a medically guided nutrition program to help improve weight and blood sugar in adults with obesity or early diabetes risk. It specifically targets people who meet income guidelines and don’t already use most diabetes or anti-obesity medicines.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT05681468Recruiting
Ketogenic diet trial for blood sugar and inflammation outcomes
This study compares two versions of a ketogenic (very low-carb) diet to see how they affect blood sugar control and inflammation. It may help people with overweight or obesity who have pre-diabetes-level blood sugar understand which fat sources work better.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18–70 - NCT05706155Recruiting
Switching some animal protein to plant protein for Type 2 diabetes
This study tests whether replacing part of your animal protein with plant-based protein can improve Type 2 diabetes control. It may help your blood sugar and weight management without changing everything about your diet.
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do SulAges 18–65 - NCT04670666RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Madalena for type 2 diabetes not controlled
This Phase 3 study tests Madalena to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes that hasn’t met targets despite diet, exercise, and diabetes medicines. You may join if your recent blood sugar tests and body size fall within specific ranges and you don’t have key medical exclusions.
Hortolândia, São PauloAges 18 years+ - NCT05589155Recruiting
Using a phone app to improve blood sugar and weight
This study looks at whether a mobile phone app can help people with type 2 diabetes improve their health habits, including blood sugar monitoring and weight. You may be able to join if you already check your blood sugar daily and are able to use a smartphone.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–64 - NCT05498974Recruiting
Type 1 diabetes study for people with insulin dependence
This study is looking for people with type 1 diabetes to better understand the condition and how it may be managed. You might qualify if you were diagnosed by a specialist and are insulin-dependent under certain conditions.
Lanzhou, GansuAges Any age - NCT05414409RecruitingPhase 2
Gut microbiome study in young people with type 1 diabetes
This Phase 2 study looks at the gut microbiome (the bacteria in your intestines) in youth with type 1 diabetes, and how metformin may work differently through the gut. It may help researchers understand mechanisms and future treatment options.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 11–18 - NCT05277558Recruiting
MRI and brain testing in teens at risk for type 2 diabetes
This study looks at brain health in teens with normal weight, overweight, or obesity who are at risk for type 2 diabetes. It may help researchers understand how weight and diabetes risk affect the brain, using MRI scans and learning/memory tests.
St Louis, MissouriAges 12–17 - NCT05269589Recruiting
Home heat therapy for people with type 2 diabetes
This trial tests whether using heat therapy at home can improve health in adults with type 2 diabetes. It may help people who already have stable diabetes treatment, but it is not for everyone, especially if certain heart, nerve, or vision problems are present.
Montreal, QuebecAges 45–75 - NCT05279729Recruiting
Mobile app coaching for people with diabetes
This study tests whether using a smartphone app can help people with type 2 diabetes manage their health. It focuses especially on low-income Hispanic/Latinx adults who regularly check blood sugar.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–64 - NCT03821636Recruiting
Compare gastric bypass limb lengths for type 2 diabetes remission
This study looks at whether a gastric bypass surgery with a longer intestine segment or a longer bile drainage segment leads to better type 2 diabetes remission in people with severe obesity. It may help doctors choose the most effective surgical approach and follow-up plan for diabetes improvement.
AmiensAges 18–60 - NCT05166447Enrolling by invitation
Check-in study for people from the Inter99 health survey
This study is a long-term follow-up of people who took part in the Inter99 baseline exam. It involves a 3-hour check-in, and it can help researchers learn how people’s health changes over time.
Glostrup MunicipalityAges 50–82 - NCT05071898RecruitingPhase 1
Studying how genetics affect response to GLP-1 weight-loss drugs
This early-stage study looks at how genetic factors may change how people respond to a GLP-1 medicine (semaglutide). The goal is to learn who may benefit most and why, so future treatments can be better matched.
Lancaster, PennsylvaniaAges 18–89 - NCT04791371Recruiting
Study how fitness and insulin resistance relate to diabetes
This study looks at how low physical activity, insulin resistance in small blood vessels, and cardiorespiratory fitness connect to diabetes and blood sugar control. You may be eligible if you are generally sedentary and fit within the weight range, and if you do not have certain heart, lung, nerve, or medication factors.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 30–55 - NCT04442451Recruiting
Study how fatigue happens in prediabetes and type 2 diabetes
This study looks at why people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes may feel unusually tired during activities. You may be asked to do exercise testing and answer questions to help researchers understand the body changes behind fatigue.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 30–85 - NCT04326192Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation to reduce stubborn back and leg pain
This trial tests whether spinal cord stimulation (a treatment where a device sends mild signals to the spinal cord) can improve persistent nerve-type back and leg pain. It is mainly for adults who are already planning to try spinal cord stimulation but have not tried it before.
Portland, OregonAges 21–70 - NCT04024631Recruiting
Study genes and diabetes risk using body measurements
This study looks at how genetic risk relates to developing type 2 diabetes, using information from a biobank and body measurements like weight. It may help researchers better identify who is at higher risk before diabetes starts.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 10–70 - 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 - NCT02861781Recruiting
Collecting body tissue samples during bariatric surgery
This study collects small tissue samples during planned weight-loss surgery to better understand metabolism and how insulin works in people with and without type 2 diabetes. You may help researchers by allowing their team to take these samples while you are already having surgery.
MontpellierAges 18–65 - NCT03022682Recruiting
Study of inflammation and metabolism across diabetes and weight
This is an observational study that follows generally healthy adults to understand how inflammation, diabetes (type 2), and weight/metabolic health relate to each other. It may help researchers figure out why different groups (including different ethnic backgrounds) have different health risks.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07573228Recruiting
Obesity's effect on insulin action and fitness in Type 1 Diabetes
This study examines how excess weight affects how insulin works in small blood vessels and overall fitness in people with Type 1 Diabetes. Researchers want to understand if obesity makes diabetes management harder and whether this knowledge can help future treatments.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 21–50
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for obesity and type 2 diabetes?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 276 recruiting obesity and type 2 diabetes 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 obesity and type 2 diabetes 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 obesity and type 2 diabetes 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.