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
- NCT07849439Recruiting
Stair-climbing exercise snacks for overweight young adults
This study tests whether short bursts of stair climbing (called 'exercise snacks') done twice a week can improve metabolic health in young adults with overweight or obesity. You'll be asked to do stair-climbing sessions and might also consume a meal-replacement shake, so the researchers can see how your body responds.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–35 - NCT07837245Enrolling by invitation
Expanding breast cancer screening for women in Ljubljana
This study tests whether expanding the DORA breast cancer screening programme to include women aged 45-49 and 70-74 works well. If you join, you will receive regular mammograms (breast X-rays) to check for cancer early.
LjubljanaAges 45–74 - NCT07827014Recruiting
Protein shake study for healthy adults
This study tests a daily protein shake in two flavors to see how well people tolerate it and if it affects their well-being. You would drink it once a day for 15 days and answer some questionnaires.
Carlsbad, CaliforniaAges 21–65 - NCT07825337Recruiting
Futuristic headset to help surgeons see during eye surgery
This study tests whether a futuristic headset that projects digital information can help surgeons see better during eye surgery. You may be able to participate if you are having a standard eye procedure and have no other eye problems that could make surgery riskier.
Brentwood, New YorkAges 18–90 - NCT07818772Recruiting
Using powerful MRI scans to find markers in motor neuron disease
This study uses a very powerful MRI scanner (7T) to take detailed pictures of the brain and spinal cord in people with motor neuron disease. The goal is to find non-invasive markers that could help diagnose and monitor the disease.
GlasgowAges 18 years+ - NCT07818564RecruitingPhase 1
Psilocybin study on belief and insight in healthy adults
This study tests whether a single dose of psilocybin (a psychedelic compound) can help people update their beliefs and gain new insights. It's for healthy adults with some prior psychedelic experience, and it's a small pilot study at Brown University.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT07816445Recruiting
Parenting conflict program for separating or divorcing parents
This study tests a program for parents who are separating or divorcing. It aims to help reduce conflict between parents, which could be helpful for them and their children.
Tempe, ArizonaAges 88 years+ - NCT07812623Recruiting
SugarVita 2.0 app for type 2 diabetes management
This study tests a mobile app called SugarVita 2.0 that helps you manage your type 2 diabetes. It looks at how easy the app is to use and whether it helps improve blood sugar control over 12 weeks. The app is designed to support you in your daily diabetes care.
Eindhoven, North BrabantAges 18 years+ - NCT06518434RecruitingPhase 2
Cannabis oil for advanced liver cancer study
This study tests if cannabis oil can help people with advanced liver cancer that cannot be treated with standard therapies. It is a small pilot study to see if the oil is safe and may improve symptoms or quality of life.
GroningenAges 18 years+ - NCT05874674Recruiting
Testing nafamostat to reduce bleeding risk during dialysis
This pilot study tests whether nafamostat is safe for people on hemodialysis who have a high risk of bleeding. It may help clinicians find safer ways to manage blood clotting medicines during dialysis.
Wŏnju, KangwondoAges 18–99 - NCT07791472Recruiting
Delirium and light: a pilot study on risk factors
This study looks at why some patients in intensive care develop confusion (delirium) and whether light exposure affects it. It may help improve care for older patients in the hospital.
LondonAges 50 years+ - NCT07782619Recruiting
Comparing two eye measurement devices in different eye conditions
This study compares two eye measurement devices to see if they give similar results in people with healthy eyes, keratoconus (a cone-shaped cornea), daily contact lens use, dry eye, or after laser eye surgery. Participating may help ensure these devices are accurate for different patients.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 21 years+ - NCT07780526Recruiting
Predicting intensive care needs after surgery
This study looks at whether anesthesiologists can predict which patients will need intensive care after surgery or a procedure. It may help improve how doctors plan care for patients after operations.
VanAges 18 years+ - NCT07771101Recruiting
Using a pain monitor to time breathing-tube removal
This study tests whether a special monitor can help doctors know when it's safe to take a breathing tube out after surgery in the ICU. The monitor looks at pain signals, and the goal is to make the process of breathing on your own again more comfortable.
SeoulAges 18 years+ - NCT07771803RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Soursop tea study for advanced blood cancer
This study tests whether drinking soursop tea can help people with advanced acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or multiple myeloma (MM) when other treatments have stopped working. It aims to see if the tea is safe and can reduce signs of the disease.
Camden, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT07766837RecruitingPhase 2
Tizanidine for pain after pelvic surgery
This trial tests a medicine called tizanidine to see if it helps with pain after pelvic surgery. It may help reduce the need for opioids.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 18–89 - NCT07759843Recruiting
Using AI to evaluate treated gummy smiles
This trial is testing whether artificial intelligence can help evaluate and guide the treatment of gummy smiles. If you've already had successful treatment for a gummy smile, your case may help improve AI tools for future patients.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 18 years+ - NCT07766746Recruiting
Support app for parents of teens with mental health concerns
This pilot study tests a smartphone app called YOUCA designed to help parents of children aged 10-17 who are worried about their child's mental health. The app aims to provide information and support, and this study will see if it is easy to use and helpful.
ViennaAges 18 years+ - NCT07741513Recruiting
Balance workshops for older adults who have fallen
This study tests a balance workshop that teaches older adults how to safely get up from the floor. It aims to reduce fear of falling and improve confidence and mobility at home.
ValenceAges 65 years+ - NCT07748936Recruiting
Eye imaging and blood vessel changes in ultra-trail runners
This study looks at how the back of the eye (retina and blood vessels) changes in people doing an ultra-trail race. It compares them to active people who are not doing the race, to see if intense running affects eye health.
DijonAges 18 years+ - NCT07730203Recruiting
Better prostate scans without a catheter
This study tests a new type of CT scan that can see the urethra without needing a tube (catheter). If you're getting radiation for prostate cancer, this might make your treatment planning more comfortable and precise.
Rozzano, MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT06175988Recruiting
Belly fat, nerve health, and food choices pilot study
This study looks at how belly fat and nerve signals affect food preferences. You'll taste and smell different things and have a check-up visit at a research center in Quebec City.
Québec, QuebecAges 18–45 - NCT07720908Recruiting
Checking epidural catheter function before tubal ligation
This study tests a device called CompuFlo CathCheck to see if it can accurately check whether an epidural catheter is working before a tubal ligation procedure. If you had a vaginal delivery and still have your epidural catheter in place, this device may help ensure your pain control is effective.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07710274Recruiting
Personalized Program for Insulin Resistance in Metabolic Syndrome
This pilot study tests a personalized program called PRISM to help improve how your body responds to insulin. If you have metabolic syndrome (a cluster of conditions like large waist size, high blood pressure, or high blood sugar) and insulin resistance, the study will use a continuous glucose monitor, smart ring, and food logging app to give you tailored feedback.
SingaporeAges 21–70
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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.
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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.