Clinical trials · Missouri
Pediatrics clinical trials in Missouri
We’re tracking 86 recruiting pediatrics studies with a site in Missouri — 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 Missouri
- NCT05112237Recruiting
Study of children’s heart disease caused by MYBPC3 gene changes
This is an observational study that follows children under 18 with cardiomyopathy caused by certain MYBPC3 gene mutations. It aims to better understand how the disease changes over time, which may help future treatments be better targeted.
Kansas City, MissouriAges birth–18 years - NCT05303064RecruitingPhase 3
Study of weight gain medicine for teens with certain mood or psychosis
This Phase 3 study tests a treatment aimed at reducing unhealthy weight gain in teens with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder, using changes in BMI (a height-and-weight measure). It may help families who are concerned about weight changes that can happen with some psychiatric medicines.
Saint Charles, MissouriAges 10–17 - NCT05538208RecruitingPhase 2
Children with lupus kidney inflammation using mycophenolate
This Phase 2 study tests how well the medicine mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) works for children and teens with lupus nephritis that is “proliferative” (a specific biopsy type). You may qualify if your kidney biopsy and current treatment match the study’s targets and you can follow frequent visits and testing.
St Louis, MissouriAges 8–20 - NCT05642455RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of a new treatment for certain childhood cancers
This Phase 1/2 study tests a new therapy for children and young adults with specific types of cancer that have been treated with chemotherapy before. It may help by targeting cancer features in the tumor and using your immune system in a controlled way.
St Louis, MissouriAges 2–21 - NCT05711667RecruitingPhase 3
Letermovir to prevent CMV after stem cell transplant in kids
This trial tests whether the medicine letermovir can prevent a common virus (CMV) from coming back after an allogeneic stem cell transplant in children. It may help lower the risk of CMV infection during the vulnerable period right after transplant.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 2–18 - NCT05855083RecruitingPhase 2
Narsoplimab for high-risk TMA after bone marrow transplant
This trial studies the medicine narsoplimab in children who develop a serious complication called HSCT-TMA after a bone marrow transplant. It aims to improve safety and effectiveness for high-risk cases where the condition is ongoing or causing organ problems.
St Louis, MissouriAges 4 weeks–17 years - NCT05865301Recruiting
Outcomes after approved immunotherapy for young blood cancer patients
This study looks at the real-world results of treating certain B-cell blood cancers in children and young adults with commercially available immunotherapy. It may help doctors better understand how these treatments work for patients after relapse or when they need additional therapy.
St Louis, MissouriAges Up to 26 years - NCT05947071RecruitingPhase 2
Higher-dose flu vaccine versus standard dose in child transplant patients
This trial compares a higher-dose flu vaccine to the standard dose in children who recently received a kidney, heart, and/or liver transplant. It aims to see which dose better protects children against influenza while checking for safety.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 3–17 - NCT05975671Recruiting
Survey in pediatric ICU to reduce upfront vancomycin use
This study is a survey and quality-improvement effort in participating children’s intensive care units. It aims to understand and change how doctors decide to start vancomycin (an antibiotic) when sepsis is suspected, to improve care and avoid unnecessary use.
St Louis, MissouriAges Any age - NCT06158828RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Memory NK cells after transplant for high-risk AML
This trial tests whether adding special 'memory-like' natural killer (NK) cells to a stem cell transplant from a half-matched family donor can help treat high-risk acute myeloid leukemia (AML). It aims to make the transplant more effective against the leukemia.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06177067RecruitingPhase 1
Study of 3 drugs for young AML patients with genetic changes
This trial tests a combination of three drugs (revumenib, azacitidine, and venetoclax) for children and young adults with a hard-to-treat type of leukemia that has a specific genetic change. The goal is to see if this new mix can help when standard treatments have not worked.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 1–30 - NCT06185686Recruiting
Brain Network Changes in Kids with Brain Tumors After Proton Radiation
This study looks at how proton radiation affects brain networks in children and teens with brain tumors. It uses MRI scans and computer tasks to understand changes in the brain during and after treatment.
St Louis, MissouriAges 8–21 - NCT05156398RecruitingPhase 3
Rimegepant to prevent migraine attacks in children
This trial studies whether rimegepant can reduce how often migraine attacks happen in children and teens. It also looks at safety and how well the treatment fits day-to-day life and school activities.
Columbia, MissouriAges 6–17 - NCT06554288RecruitingPhase 1
Trihexyphenidyl for dystonia in cerebral palsy
This study tests how a medicine called trihexyphenidyl works in children with dystonic cerebral palsy, a condition that causes muscle spasms. Researchers want to learn if a child’s genes affect how the medicine works and how the body processes it.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 5–17 - NCT07577336Recruiting
Portable MRI for Brain Injury in Hospitalized Children
This study uses a special portable MRI machine to take detailed pictures of the brains of hospitalized children who may have suffered a lack of oxygen or blood flow to their brain. The goal is to see if this portable machine can help doctors quickly identify and treat brain injuries in children who are critically ill.
Kansas City, MissouriAges Up to 17 years - NCT06651580Recruiting
Gene study for kids with pancreas problems
This study collects samples like blood or tissue from children with pancreatitis to look for gene changes that might raise their risk. It helps doctors learn more about why some children get pancreas inflammation.
St Louis, MissouriAges Up to 17 years - NCT06654752Recruiting
Simpler treatment for lung flare-ups in kids with CF
This study tests a streamlined approach to managing sudden lung symptoms (pulmonary exacerbations) in children with cystic fibrosis. It aims to see if a simpler treatment plan works as well as standard care, which could mean less time in the hospital and fewer disruptions to daily life.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 3–18 - NCT06689800Recruiting
Family communication tool for kids getting transplant or cell therapy
This study looks at a family communication tool for children and teens getting stem cell transplants or cellular therapy. It helps families talk about treatment together.
St Louis, MissouriAges 8 years+ - NCT06372964RecruitingPhase 3
Lumateperone for pediatric bipolar depression
This study tests a new medication called lumateperone for treating depression in children and teens with bipolar disorder. It aims to see if this drug can help improve mood and daily functioning.
Saint Charles, MissouriAges 10–17 - NCT06229210RecruitingPhase 3
Lumateperone safety study for children with schizophrenia, bipolar, or autism
This trial tests a medication called lumateperone for children and teens with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or autism spectrum disorder. It aims to see if the medicine is safe and tolerable over time.
Saint Charles, MissouriAges 5–17 - NCT06941389Recruiting
Comparing stem cell transplant vs standard therapy for sickle cell disease
This study compares two treatment approaches for children with sickle cell anemia: a stem cell transplant from a matched family donor versus continuing regular disease-modifying medicines. It aims to see which treatment works better over time.
St Louis, MissouriAges 3–20 - NCT07188805RecruitingPhase 3
Finerenone for children with heart failure
This study tests a new medicine called finerenone (a pill) to see if it helps children with heart failure who have a weak pumping heart. It compares finerenone to a placebo (a pill with no medicine) while both groups continue their usual heart treatments.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 6 months–17 years - NCT07192952RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term safety of finerenone in children and young adults with heart failure
This study tests the long-term safety of the drug finerenone when taken alongside standard heart failure treatments in children and young adults with weakened heart pumping function (left ventricular systolic dysfunction). It includes both children already in a related study and new infants under 6 months old.
Kansas City, MissouriAges Up to 18 years - NCT07195032RecruitingPhase 4
MMR vaccine safety in kids after heart transplant
This trial tests whether the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine is safe and works well for children who have had a heart transplant. It may help protect you from these diseases if you haven't had the vaccine or no longer have immunity.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 1–17
Pediatrics trials by city in Missouri
Where these studies are running in Missouri
Institutions with a site for the recruiting pediatrics studies listed above.
- Washington University in St. Louis · 11 studies
- Children's Mercy Kansas City · 10 studies
- St. Louis Children's Hospital · 3 studies
- Midwest Research Group · 2 studies
- Alkermes Investigational Site
- Ellis Fischel Cancer Center / MU Health - University Hospital
- NextGen Precision Health
- Omeros Investigational Site
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 Missouri?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 86 recruiting pediatrics studies with a site in Missouri, 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 Missouri?
- 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 Missouri to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Missouri, 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 Missouri 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.