Clinical trials
Pilot Study clinical trials
Below are recruiting pilot study clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 495 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07048860Recruiting
Pilot study: intense exercise and coaching for older adults with weight and memory concerns
This pilot study tests a program to help older adults who are overweight, sedentary, and have mild memory changes. The goal is to see if intense, supervised physical activity and lifestyle coaching can improve mobility and thinking.
ToulouseAges 65–85 - NCT07050342Enrolling by invitation
Nutrition and mental health clinic evaluation
This pilot study looks at how a specialized clinic that combines nutrition advice with mental health support can improve well-being. If you join, you will answer online questionnaires to help the clinic understand if this approach works.
Graz, StyriaAges 18–65 - NCT07040592RecruitingPhase 2
Semaglutide for HIV and alcohol use
This study is testing whether semaglutide, a medication already used for diabetes and weight loss, can help people with HIV who also have an alcohol use disorder cut back on drinking. It is for patients treated at the Atlanta VA Healthcare System.
Decatur, GeorgiaAges 18–99 - NCT07039526RecruitingPhase 2
Cytalux for finding cancer during surgery
This trial tests a dye called Cytalux that helps surgeons see cancer during surgery. You get the dye before surgery, and it makes cancer cells glow under a special light. This could help doctors remove more cancer.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07025200Recruiting
Severe asthma study using bronchoscopy to check treatment
This study tests a new way to monitor severe asthma that is driven by high levels of inflammation (T2-high). It involves a bronchoscopy (a thin tube to look inside your lungs) to see how well the treatment is working.
Vienna, State of ViennaAges 18 years+ - NCT07009509Recruiting
Yes-Can! program to prevent youth vaping
This study tests a program called YES-CAN! that aims to keep middle and high school students from starting to vape nicotine. If you are a student in grades 6-12, or an adult working in a school, you may be able to join.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 9 years+ - NCT06996444Recruiting
Testing minimalist shoes to prevent falls in older adults
This study tests whether specially designed lightweight, flexible shoes (minimalist footwear) can help reduce falls in older adults living in nursing homes. Participating involves wearing the shoes and having your walking and balance checked over time.
BeauxAges 65 years+ - NCT06983405Recruiting
Physical therapy for depression and quality of life pilot
This study is testing whether adding physical therapy to your usual depression care can improve your quality of life while you are in the hospital. If you are an adult admitted to the psychiatry unit with major depression, you may be able to join.
Zaragoza, AragonAges 18 years+ - NCT06987877Recruiting
Saline flushes to keep kidney tubes working
This study tests if flushing a kidney drainage tube with saline helps prevent blockages. It may help people who have a tube in their kidney and need it for at least 12 weeks.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT06988462Recruiting
Bottarga supplement for metabolic health
This study tests a supplement called bottarga, made from fish eggs, to see if it improves cholesterol, blood sugar, or weight in people with metabolic problems like high cholesterol or prediabetes. It is a small pilot study for Massachusetts residents.
Sommerville, MassachusettsAges 18–60 - NCT06975020Recruiting
Comparing biomarkers in regular cannabis users vs. non-users
This study compares biological markers between people who use cannabis regularly and those who do not, to understand how cannabis affects the body.
BaselAges 18–65 - NCT06977360Recruiting
Smartphone support for women with breast cancer on chemo
This study tests a new smartphone app designed to help women with breast cancer manage their chemotherapy treatment and its side effects. It aims to see if the app is easy to use and helpful for women going through chemo for the first time.
SingaporeAges 21–100 - NCT06978439RecruitingPhase 4
Blood thinner dosing for children with Kawasaki aneurysm
This study tests the best dose of a blood thinner called rivaroxaban for children with a giant coronary artery aneurysm after Kawasaki disease. The goal is to prevent dangerous blood clots.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 1 month–18 years - NCT06975683Recruiting
PRGF ovarian injection for low ovarian reserve
This study tests a special injection of growth factors from your own blood into the ovary to see if it can improve egg quality and quantity for women with low ovarian reserve. It may be an option if you have been trying to conceive for over a year and have low egg reserve.
MadridAges 18–50 - NCT06965582Enrolling by invitation
Pulsed field ablation for enlarged prostate (BPH)
This trial tests a new device that uses pulsed electric fields to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH). It's for men who have tried medication but still have bothersome symptoms.
BrnoAges 45 years+ - NCT06967662Enrolling by invitation
Plasma Adsorption to Prevent Pancreatic Cancer Spread During Surgery
This trial tests whether a special blood-filtering treatment (plasma adsorption to remove extracellular DNA) given during surgery can help prevent pancreatic cancer from spreading. It is for people with non-metastatic pancreatic cancer who are scheduled for surgery.
Moscow, Moscow OblastAges 18–75 - NCT06968351Recruiting
Animal-assisted program for people in custody
This study tests whether spending time with trained dogs can improve well-being for people in correctional settings. It aims to understand if animal-assisted activities can be helpful and safe.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06964425Recruiting
Raman light test for bile duct cancer diagnosis
This study tests a special light technique (Raman spectroscopy) to see if it can help diagnose cancer in the bile ducts outside the liver. It could be an option for people already needing an ERCP procedure.
Olomouc, Olomouc RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT06970925RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Iron supplement after heart surgery study
This trial tests whether a special iron supplement (Sucrosomial® Iron) helps patients recover from heart surgery better than standard care. It is for people who have low iron or anemia after their planned heart surgery.
Englewood, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT06868823Recruiting
Blood thinners during lung transplant bypass
This study compares two different blood thinners (UFH and LMWH) used during heart-lung bypass (ECMO) for double lung transplant patients. The goal is to see which one works better and is safer.
Prague, Czech RepublicAges 18 years+ - NCT06955715Recruiting
Pasteurized donor milk for HIV-exposed babies: a pilot study
This study tests if pasteurized donor human milk is a safe and acceptable option for infants exposed to HIV. It may help families who cannot or choose not to breastfeed.
Saskatoon, SaskatchewanAges 15 years+ - NCT05319509Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for anxiety in public health students
This pilot study tests whether guided virtual reality sessions can reduce anxiety symptoms in eligible students. You may be asked to complete brief anxiety screening and use the VR therapy if you qualify.
Houston, TexasAges 18–30 - NCT06942039RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Study of two drugs for young children with aggressive brain tumors
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy drugs (topotecan given into the spine plus maintenance chemo) for children under 6 with high-risk embryonal brain tumors. The goal is to see if this approach can improve outcomes after initial treatment.
Calgary, AlbertaAges Up to 6 years - NCT06923735Enrolling by invitation
Nutrition app pilot for employee health checks
This pilot study tests a nutrition app to help employees manage conditions like high cholesterol, high blood pressure, weight issues, or type 2 diabetes. It is part of your regular occupational health check or dietitian visit.
KuopioAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pilot study?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 495 recruiting pilot study 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 pilot study 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 pilot study 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.