Clinical trials · Boston, MA
Rare Diseases clinical trials in Boston
We’re tracking 9 recruiting rare diseases studies with a site in or near Boston, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Boston
- NCT06265103Recruiting
Epilepsy learning healthcare system registry
This is a registry study that collects information from people being treated for epilepsy at participating healthcare centers. The goal is to improve care by learning from real-world patient data.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT05589714Recruiting
Study your rare eye gene and track retinal disease over time
This study builds a registry and tracks the natural history of rare retinal dystrophies while also testing people for disease-causing gene variants. It may help researchers better understand what causes retinal degeneration and how it progresses.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 4 years+ - NCT04398628Recruiting
Study of non-cancer blood disorders in people with bleeding or clotting
This study follows people with inherited or acquired non-cancer blood disorders to better understand symptoms, causes, and how different treatments work over time. You may be placed into a disorder-specific group, depending on your diagnosis and testing results.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT02285582Recruiting
Rare blood disorder registry for histiocytic conditions
This study is a registry that collects information about people diagnosed with rare histiocytic disorders. It helps doctors better understand these conditions over time and may improve future care.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT05544266Recruiting
Study rare diabetes patterns to better guide diagnosis
This study looks at people who may have a “non-typical” form of diabetes, including rare genetic causes or unusual symptoms. It may help your care team understand what type of diabetes you have and whether specific genetic testing could explain it.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT02780297Recruiting
Study of rare stone-causing kidney conditions
This study is for people with certain rare kidney conditions that can cause kidney stones. It aims to learn how these conditions behave over time and may help improve future care.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT02743845Recruiting
Find genetic answers for rare, possibly inherited conditions
This trial looks for gene changes that may explain rare conditions, even when the diagnosis is not fully understood. It may help families who have a rare condition or who are related to someone with one.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT05794217Recruiting
Banking donated blood samples for future medical research
This study collects and stores blood/blood-cell samples so researchers can use them for approved future studies. You would be tested for certain infections and health measurements to make sure the collection procedure is safe for you.
Waltham, MassachusettsAges 18–89 - NCT06144957Enrolling by invitation
SLC13A5 deficiency natural history study (US only)
This study follows people with SLC13A5 deficiency (a rare genetic condition that affects brain development) to learn more about the disease over time. It collects health information, assessments, and samples to help understand the condition and plan future treatments.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges Any age
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Where these studies are running near Boston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting rare diseases studies listed above.
- Massachusetts General Hospital · 3 studies
- Boston Children's Hospital · 2 studies
- Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Brown University
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
- Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
- Rhode Island Hospital
- Sanguine Biosciences
What taking part in a rare diseases 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.
Common questions
- Are there rare diseases clinical trials near Boston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 9 recruiting rare diseases studies with a site near Boston, 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 rare diseases study near Boston?
- 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 Boston to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Boston, 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 rare diseases 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.
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