Clinical trials · California
Pediatrics clinical trials in California
We’re tracking 189 recruiting pediatrics studies with a site in California — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in California
- NCT07187245Recruiting
Reality PAWS Program for Kids in Hospital Isolation
This study tests a virtual reality program called Reality PAWS to help children in isolation feel more connected and less bored. If your child is between 8 and 21, speaks English, and has typical development, they may be able to join.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 8–21 - NCT07287189RecruitingPhase 2
SAT-3247 for boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy
This trial tests a new daily pill called SAT-3247 for boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) who are still able to walk. The goal is to see if it can help slow muscle decline.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 7–9 - NCT07316816Recruiting
Weight loss study for teens with severe obesity
This study evaluates how continuous glucose monitors and other wearable devices can help teens in a bariatric program lose weight. You may join if you are in the program and ready for sleeve gastrectomy or GLP-1 medication.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 10–18 - NCT00700414Recruiting
Family registry for children with adrenal gland tumors
This study is a registry that collects medical information to better understand adrenal gland tumors in children. It may help researchers learn patterns of these tumors and how they relate to family history.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges Up to 21 years - NCT02418442Recruiting
Kid rheumatic disease registry study for follow-up care
This is an observational study that follows children and teens with rheumatic (joint/inflammatory) diseases to better understand how they develop and are cared for over time. You may help by letting the study contact your family in the future and by completing study tasks as needed.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Up to 21 years - NCT02559778RecruitingPhase 2
Precision treatment trial for children with advanced neuroblastoma
This Phase 2 trial studies a targeted treatment approach for children and young adults with advanced neuroblastoma (a childhood cancer). It may help by using lab-tested cancer features to guide therapy after initial treatment and transplant.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges Up to 22 years - NCT02249923Recruiting
Children with pulmonary hypertension registry in Spanish or English
This registry study collects information from children and families affected by pulmonary hypertension to better understand the condition. It may help researchers track outcomes over time and improve future care.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 1 day–21 years - NCT02708134Recruiting
Study of CPR quality in children and young adults
This trial looks at how well CPR (chest compressions) is done during an emergency resuscitation in children and young adults. The goal is to understand what helps improve care during life-saving resuscitation.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges birth–18 years - NCT02917460Recruiting
Join a children’s genomic sample and data library
This study collects and stores DNA samples and related health information from people of all ages. It helps researchers understand childhood diseases better and may support future discoveries and treatments.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT03354728RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Vaccine trial for children with CMV after stem cell transplant
This trial studies a vaccine designed to help the body fight cytomegalovirus (CMV) in children who test positive for CMV and are about to receive a donor stem cell transplant. If it works, it may reduce CMV-related illness during recovery after transplant.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 1–21 - NCT04085887RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Uses a targeted dye to help find brain tumors during surgery
This early-stage trial tests whether an injected medicine with a glowing dye (panitumumab-IRDye800) can help doctors better see pediatric brain tumors during planned surgery. If it works, it may help surgeons remove more tumor tissue safely.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 6 months–25 years - NCT02137668RecruitingPhase 1
Testing vancomycin for certain pediatric bile duct conditions
This early-phase study tests whether the antibiotic vancomycin can help children with primary sclerosing cholangitis or biliary atresia, and related gut/bile duct problems. It may work by changing gut bacteria, but you would need to avoid certain medicines beforehand.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 2 weeks–40 years - NCT00616317Recruiting
Study for children with antiphospholipid syndrome and blood clots
This study is for children who have antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) and a history of blood vessel clots. Researchers want to learn more about APS in pediatric patients who have specific blood test signs and clot history.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 1 minute–18 years - NCT07506239Recruiting
Laser therapy for low-grade brain tumors in young people
This trial tests a laser treatment called LITT for low-grade glioma (a type of brain tumor) that has come back or is growing despite prior treatment. It aims to see if the laser is safe and effective in young people aged 2 to 25.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 2–25 - NCT07561827RecruitingPhase 3
Nerve Block for Pain After Spine Surgery in Teens
This trial tests whether a numbing injection around the spine muscles (erector spinae plane block) reduces pain and the need for strong pain medications after back surgery for scoliosis in teenagers. The goal is to help young patients recover more comfortably.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 10–18 - NCT06763770Enrolling by invitation
Digital support for young adult cancer survivors
This trial tests a digital program that combines self-management tools and peer mentoring to help young adults who had childhood cancer transition to long-term follow-up care.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–25 - NCT06040255Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Steroid treatment for focal brain artery inflammation in children
This trial tests whether short-term steroids improve recovery for children who recently had a stroke or mini-stroke caused by inflammation of a brain artery. If you qualify, you would receive steroids and follow-up imaging to see if it helps prevent further damage.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 1–18 - NCT05127954Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Long-term migraine tablet study for kids and teens ages 6–17
This study follows kids and teens who already took part in an earlier migraine medication study to check long-term safety and comfort with oral ubrogepant tablets. It may help families understand whether this migraine tablet is safe to keep using over time.
Anaheim, CaliforniaAges 6–17 - NCT04987229Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Kid’s long-term safety follow-up for OLZ and SAM treatment
This study checks how safe a kid’s ongoing treatment is over a longer period. It is mainly for children who already finished a related study and may benefit from continuing the same medicines.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 10–17 - NCT04880876Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Oral IBS-D medicine trial for kids and teens
This trial tests whether an oral medicine (eluxadoline) can help children and teens with IBS-D, a condition that causes stomach pain and frequent loose stools. It’s a Phase 3 study, meaning it’s designed to confirm benefits and safety.
Corona, CaliforniaAges 6–17 - NCT03385876Enrolling by invitation
Rapid whole genome sequencing for children with suspected genetic illness
This study quickly reads a child’s DNA using whole genome sequencing to look for genetic causes of symptoms. It may help families and doctors better understand an underlying genetic condition and guide medical care.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges Any age
Pediatrics trials by city in California
Where these studies are running in California
Institutions with a site for the recruiting pediatrics studies listed above.
- University of California, San Francisco · 5 studies
- Stanford University · 4 studies
- Children's Hospital Los Angeles · 3 studies
- Rady Children's Hospital San Diego · 3 studies
- Advanced Research Center (ARC), Inc.
- Alkermes Investigational Site
- Alliance for Research Alliance for Wellness
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
What taking part in a pediatrics study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Pediatrics trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there pediatrics clinical trials in California?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 189 recruiting pediatrics studies with a site in California, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a pediatrics study in California?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in California to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a pediatrics trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New pediatrics studies open in California regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.