Clinical trials · San Diego, CA
Schizophrenia clinical trials in San Diego
We’re tracking 19 recruiting schizophrenia studies with a site in or near San Diego — including Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near San Diego
- NCT06898879Recruiting
Working together to improve mental health care for veterans
This study is for veterans getting mental health support through VA programs. It tests a way to improve teamwork between veterans and their care teams to make the care better.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06586164Recruiting
Rehabilitation research for veterans with serious mental illness
This study is testing a new rehabilitation program for veterans with serious mental illness, like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or PTSD. If you join, you will help researchers see if this program improves daily functioning and quality of life.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–83 - NCT05945602Recruiting
Using brain signals to guide cognitive rehab in psychosis
This study looks at brain-wave or related “brain signal” measurements to better guide cognitive rehabilitation (thinking and memory skills). It may help people with long-term psychotic disorders, and it also may include healthy comparison volunteers to understand the signals.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07459647RecruitingPhase 2
Long-term study of ML-007C-MA for schizophrenia
This trial tests a new drug, ML-007C-MA, for adults with schizophrenia who may benefit from ongoing treatment. It aims to see how safe and effective the drug is over a longer period.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07114874RecruitingPhase 3
A long-term study of a new drug for schizophrenia
This study tests a new medicine called NBI-1117568 for adults with schizophrenia over a longer period of time. Participants will stop their current antipsychotics and take this new drug to see how well it works and how safe it is.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07369154RecruitingPhase 3
Safety of a long-term schizophrenia treatment
This study tests the long-term safety of an investigational medication for schizophrenia over one year. It may be an option if you are currently stable on your antipsychotic medication.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - 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.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 5–17 - NCT07098169Recruiting
Testing a program to improve self-awareness for schizophrenia
This trial tests a program called iTEST that helps people with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder improve how accurately they understand their own thoughts. The program combines device use with feedback from a clinician or loved one to support better self-awareness.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06963034RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a new medicine for adults with schizophrenia
This trial tests an investigational medicine called NBI-1117568 in adults with schizophrenia who are currently having a relapse or worsening of symptoms and need to stay in the hospital. The goal is to see if the medicine is safe and effective.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07105111RecruitingPhase 4
Valbenazine for tardive dyskinesia after other treatment
This study tests if valbenazine helps adults with tardive dyskinesia whose symptoms continue even after taking or stopping another similar medication. Tardive dyskinesia involves uncontrollable movements from long-term use of certain mental health drugs.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06961968RecruitingPhase 3
Schizophrenia medication withdrawal study
This study tests whether patients with schizophrenia can safely stop or reduce their current medication without worsening symptoms. It is designed for people who need ongoing psychiatric care.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06894212RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new med for schizophrenia flare-ups
This trial tests a new medication called SEP-363856 for people with schizophrenia who are currently having a severe flare-up of symptoms. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective compared to a placebo.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07424404RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term safety trial for teens with schizophrenia or autism irritability
This trial looks at the long-term safety of KarXT, a medication for schizophrenia, and KarX-EC for irritability related to autism in teenagers. It is for teens who have already completed the main part of a previous study without serious side effects.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 5–17 - NCT07227818RecruitingPhase 3
Testing NBI-1117568 to prevent schizophrenia relapse
This trial tests a new medicine, NBI-1117568, to see if it can help prevent a relapse of schizophrenia symptoms. It is for adults who have been stable on other antipsychotics and want to avoid returning to the hospital for a psychiatric stay.
Lemon Grove, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07191483RecruitingPhase 2
Study of KYN-5356 for cognitive problems in schizophrenia
This trial tests an investigational drug, KYN-5356, to see if it can improve thinking and memory problems in adults with schizophrenia. You may join if your schizophrenia is stable and you take only one antipsychotic medication.
Lemon Grove, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT07363577RecruitingPhase 3
Testing LB-102 for adults with acute schizophrenia
This trial tests a new medication called LB-102 for people with acute (sudden worsening of) schizophrenia. It aims to see if the drug helps reduce symptoms like hallucinations or disorganized thinking.
Lemon Grove, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT05184335RecruitingPhase 3
Brilaroxazine for adults with schizophrenia
This study tests whether brilaroxazine works and is safe for people with schizophrenia. It mainly aims to help people whose symptoms are still present despite prior treatment, while excluding those with certain other diagnoses or substance/drug issues.
Lemon Grove, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06969755RecruitingPhase 4
Brain scans and genetics to guide early schizophrenia treatment
This study tests whether using brain scans and genetic tests can help choose the best treatment for people early in their schizophrenia. It will check if these biomarkers can predict who will respond better to medication.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–35 - NCT07379827Recruiting
A study on switching to KarXT for schizophrenia
This trial looks at how well KarXT works and what side effects it might have when people with schizophrenia switch to it from their current antipsychotic medication. It may be an option for those who have started KarXT recently or who plan to switch from their current treatment.
Oceanside, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
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Schizophrenia trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near San Diego
Institutions with a site for the recruiting schizophrenia studies listed above.
- Neurocrine Clinical Site · 5 studies
- Clinical Site · 3 studies
- Synergy Clinical Research Center - San Diego · 3 studies
- VA San Diego Healthcare System · 3 studies
- University of California San Diego · 2 studies
- CNRI - San Diego
- Excell Research Inc
- Local Institution - 0043
What taking part in a schizophrenia 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.
Looking wider? See all recruiting schizophrenia studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there schizophrenia clinical trials near San Diego?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 19 recruiting schizophrenia studies with a site near San Diego, 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 schizophrenia study near San Diego?
- 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 San Diego to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near San Diego, 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 schizophrenia 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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