Clinical trials
Pediatrics clinical trials
Below are recruiting pediatrics clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,359 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06869551RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a New Drug for Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis
This study tests an investigational drug called Deucravacitinib to see if it can safely and effectively treat Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis in children. You may be able to join if standard treatments haven't helped enough.
Lancaster, CaliforniaAges 5–17 - NCT03532399Recruiting
Bivalirudin dosing study for children having heart procedures
This study looks at how the blood-thinner bivalirudin moves through the body in children during certain heart procedures. It may help doctors choose safer, more accurate dosing for pediatric anticoagulation.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Up to 17 years - NCT06861530Recruiting
Study on adrenal gland recovery after steroid treatment in children with leukemia
This study looks at how the adrenal glands recover after children with leukemia or lymphoma are treated with steroids. The goal is to see how common adrenal suppression is and to help doctors monitor this safely.
AarauAges Up to 18 years - NCT06867289Recruiting
Nasal sedation study for children during brain MRI
This trial tests a nasal spray sedative (dexmedetomidine) to help children stay calm during a brain MRI. It may be an option if your child struggles with the scan due to age or cooperation issues.
MetzAges 1–18 - NCT06866275RecruitingPhase 2
Suramin for autism in boys aged 5–14
This trial tests if a medicine called suramin (KZ101) can help with social challenges in boys with autism. It's a 12-week study at one location, and families must be able to visit the site easily.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 5–14 - NCT06429982RecruitingPhase 1
Dexamethasone for children with rhabdomyolysis
This study tests whether adding a steroid medicine called dexamethasone to the usual treatment helps children with rhabdomyolysis recover faster. It is for children whose muscle breakdown is not due to trauma and who are not already on steroids.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 6 months–25 years - NCT06847282Recruiting
Motor skills study for children with FSHD
This study looks at how children with FSHD move and function over time. It uses walking tests and optional MRI scans to understand muscle changes. Your child's participation could help researchers learn more about FSHD progression in kids.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 5–17 - NCT06854562Recruiting
Therapeutic robots to reduce stress for kids in the ICU
This study tests whether friendly robots can help children aged 8 to 18 feel less stressed while they are in the intensive care unit (ICU). If your child is awake, able to respond, and speaks Mandarin or Taiwanese, they may be able to participate.
Taipei, Beitou DistrictAges 8–18 - NCT06850220Recruiting
How sleep apnea affects thinking and empathy in kids
This study looks at how obstructive sleep apnea caused by enlarged tonsils or adenoids might affect a child's thinking skills and ability to understand others. It will help doctors learn if treating the sleep problem could also help with these skills.
Suzhou, JiangsuAges 3–12 - NCT06853431RecruitingPhase 4
Pre-surgery calming medicine for children ages 1 to 6
This study tests a combination of two medicines (dexmedetomidine and esketamine) given as a nasal spray to help children relax before surgery. The goal is to find the best dose that works well with the least side effects.
Wenzhou, ZhejiangAges 1–6 - NCT06855810RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
New treatment study for children with T-cell ALL
This study tests a new treatment plan for children and teens newly diagnosed with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (T-ALL). It aims to see if the approach is safe and works well, and might offer a more tailored therapy for this specific type of leukemia.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 1 month–18 years - NCT06847269RecruitingPhase 2
CAR T cell therapy for children and young adults with CD19+ leukemia
This trial tests an immunotherapy called CAR T cells for leukemia that has come back or is hard to treat. It aims to use your own immune cells to fight the cancer.
Memphis, TennesseeAges Up to 21 years - NCT06485947RecruitingPhase 1
Study testing dinutuximab beta with chemotherapy for neuroblastoma
This trial combines the immunotherapy drug dinutuximab beta with two different chemotherapy regimens to see if it works better for children with high-risk neuroblastoma that has spread. It may be an option for newly diagnosed patients who have not had cancer treatment before.
Utrecht, UtrechtAges 1.5 years–18 years - NCT06838689Recruiting
Comparing ways to involve people in pediatric, cancer, and serious illness research
This study compares two different methods for including patients, families, and clinicians in qualitative research about pediatric mental health, cancer screening, or serious illness. You can help by sharing your experiences and perspectives.
Hanover, New HampshireAges 18 years+ - NCT06841575Recruiting
Better eye imaging for children and adults at Duke
This study tests a new camera that automatically adjusts to take clear pictures of the back of the eye. It aims to improve retinal imaging for healthy adults, adult eye clinic patients, and children seen at Duke Eye Center.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 1 month+ - NCT06839794Recruiting
Exercise with thinking challenges for kids with cancer
This study tests whether physical activities that also require thinking (like dancing or obstacle courses) can help improve memory and problem-solving skills in children and teens undergoing cancer treatment.
BernAges 6–17 - NCT06831643Recruiting
Comparing two types of plasma exchange for children with sudden liver failure
This trial tests whether a higher volume of plasma exchange (cleaning the blood to remove toxins) works better than the standard amount for children with acute liver failure who are not improving with usual care.
New Delhi, National Capital Territory of DelhiAges 3–18 - NCT06820294Enrolling by invitation
Genome sequencing study for children and young people with cancer
This study looks at whole genome sequencing (a complete read of your DNA) from children and young people with cancer. It aims to learn more about cancer and how it might be treated.
CambridgeAges birth–21 years - NCT06812130Recruiting
Surviving the pediatric intensive care unit
This study looks at how children and their healthy siblings cope after a stay in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). It may help doctors and families better understand what support is needed during recovery.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 4 weeks–16 years - NCT06805994RecruitingPhase 1
Restoring infant nose bacteria after staph treatment
This study tests whether giving a nasal spray of healthy bacteria to infants can restore good germs in the nose after they receive mupirocin ointment to treat Staph aureus. It aims to bring back a healthy nasal microbiome.
Baltimore, MarylandAges birth–60 years - NCT06808204Recruiting
How ablation affects quality of life in kids with heart rhythm issues
This study looks at how a heart procedure called catheter ablation (which fixes irregular heartbeats) affects the quality of life of children aged 5–17. By joining, you'll help doctors learn if this treatment really helps kids feel better day-to-day.
BronAges 5–17 - NCT06805734Recruiting
Tracking health in children with PTEN gene changes
This study follows children and their affected relatives who have a harmful change in the PTEN gene. The goal is to understand the health risks, especially the chance of developing cancer, over time.
MilanAges Up to 17 years - NCT06811935Recruiting
PEDI Study for Kids with PANS or PANDAS
This study looks at children who may have PANS or PANDAS, conditions that can cause sudden changes in behavior or mood after an infection. It aims to better understand these conditions and improve care.
Lebanon, New HampshireAges 3–17 - NCT06798233Recruiting
Hip pain questionnaire for caregivers of non-walking children
This study is creating a new questionnaire to help caregivers describe hip pain in children who cannot walk or speak. It aims to improve how doctors assess and treat hip pain in these children.
Pisa, ItalyAges 1–20
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pediatrics?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,359 recruiting pediatrics 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 pediatrics 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 pediatrics 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.