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Sickle Cell Disease clinical trials in Birmingham
We’re tracking 16 recruiting sickle cell disease studies with a site in or near Birmingham — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Birmingham
- NCT06975865RecruitingPhase 3
Rilzabrutinib for sickle-cell disease pain episodes
This study tests an oral medicine called rilzabrutinib to see if it can reduce painful episodes in people with sickle-cell disease. It may be an option if you have regular pain crises and are looking for a new treatment.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 10–65 - NCT06609226RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term safety study of etavopivat for sickle cell disease or thalassaemia
This study looks at the long-term safety and benefits of taking etavopivat for people with sickle cell disease or thalassaemia who have already been helped by it in a previous trial. It aims to see if staying on the treatment continues to be safe and effective.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 2 years+ - NCT05377372Recruiting
Study of early exposures in babies with sickle cell disease
This study asks mothers of babies with sickle cell disease about early-life exposures and related factors. It may help researchers understand what might affect health in the first months of life.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–50 - NCT07187973RecruitingPhase 1
Study of DISC-3405 for people with sickle cell disease
This trial tests an investigational drug called DISC-3405 in people with sickle cell disease (SCD) to see if it is safe and how it affects your body. It may be an option if you have certain SCD complications or lab results.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06385886Recruiting
Study to improve sickle cell care for adults not seeing a specialist
This study helps connect adults with sickle cell disease who haven't seen a specialist in over a year back into care. It tests a program designed to make it easier to get regular medical support and improve your health.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07373639Recruiting
Long-term follow-up after BEAM-101 treatment
This study is for people who have already received BEAM-101 in a previous study. It simply follows them over time to track their health and any long-term effects.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 14–37 - NCT06439082RecruitingPhase 3
Crizanlizumab for sickle cell pain crises
This trial tests whether crizanlizumab can reduce painful sickle cell crises (called vaso-occlusive crises or VOCs) in people with sickle cell disease who have frequent crises. It may be an option for those who still have crises despite current treatments.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 12–100 - NCT06442761RecruitingPhase 1
Collecting stem cells for gene therapy in sickle cell disease
This study tests a new drug called motixafortide to help collect your own blood stem cells for future gene therapy. It is for adults with severe sickle cell disease who are willing to donate their stem cells and meet certain health requirements.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06546670RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of ITU512 for sickle cell disease
This trial tests a new medicine called ITU512 in two groups: healthy volunteers and people with sickle cell disease. In the second part, researchers want to see if ITU512 can help manage sickle cell disease.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 12–55 - NCT06481306RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new drug for sickle cell disease in healthy people and patients
This early-phase study tests a new drug (BMS-986470) for people with sickle cell disease who have frequent pain crises. The goal is to see if it can safely reduce crises. It includes a small group of healthy volunteers as well.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06612268RecruitingPhase 3
Testing etavopivat for sickle cell disease
This study tests an experimental pill called etavopivat for people with sickle cell disease who have had some pain crises in the past year. The goal is to see if it reduces these crisis episodes.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 12 years+ - NCT04657822RecruitingPhase 4
Crizanlizumab rollover study for people with sickle cell disease
This study lets people with sickle cell disease who already finished a Novartis crizanlizumab trial continue treatment under a rollover plan. It’s designed for participants who benefited from crizanlizumab and completed the earlier study schedule without major ongoing side effects.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 6 months–100 years - NCT04628585Enrolling by invitation
Follow-up for people with sickle cell treated with gene therapy
This study is a long-term follow-up for people who already received gene therapy for sickle cell disease in a specific sponsor’s clinical trial. It helps researchers watch for long-term safety and outcomes over time.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 2–53 - NCT05336201RecruitingPhase 2
Brain training program for teens with sickle cell disease
This Phase 2 study tests a cognitive (thinking) training program to help teens with sickle cell disease prepare for the changes in their care as they grow older. It may help with skills like learning, attention, and planning for transition to adult care.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 10–18 - NCT06071377Recruiting
Learning About Health in People With Sickle Cell Trait
This study is for adults who have or might have sickle cell trait (carrying the sickle cell gene but not the disease). It aims to understand the health effects of sickle cell trait over time by following participants and collecting health information.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06941389Recruiting
Comparing stem cell transplant vs standard therapy for sickle cell disease
This study compares two treatment approaches for children with sickle cell anemia: a stem cell transplant from a matched family donor versus continuing regular disease-modifying medicines. It aims to see which treatment works better over time.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 3–20
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Institutions with a site for the recruiting sickle cell disease studies listed above.
- University of Alabama at Birmingham · 13 studies
- Children's Hospital of Alabama
- Uni of Alabama at Birmingham
- Univ of Alabama Birmingham
What taking part in a sickle cell disease 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.
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Common questions
- Are there sickle cell disease clinical trials near Birmingham?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 16 recruiting sickle cell disease studies with a site near Birmingham, 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 sickle cell disease study near Birmingham?
- 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 Birmingham to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Birmingham, 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 sickle cell disease 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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