Clinical trials · Boston, MA
Sickle Cell Disease clinical trials in Boston
We’re tracking 15 recruiting sickle cell disease studies with a site in or near Boston — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Boston
- 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.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 3–20 - NCT06056102RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy to help highly sensitized kidney transplant patients
This trial tests whether a special immune cell treatment (CAR-T cells) can lower the antibodies that make it very hard for you to receive a kidney transplant. If it works, you might become eligible for a transplant sooner.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT05799118Recruiting
Genetic modifiers study for inherited blood disorders
This study looks at how your genes can affect inherited blood conditions like sickle cell disease and thalassemia. It may help researchers understand why symptoms differ from person to person, which could guide better future treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 2 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.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 14–37 - 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 - NCT06647979RecruitingPhase 1
Gene editing for severe sickle cell or thalassemia
This trial tests a new gene therapy that edits your own blood stem cells to help them make more fetal hemoglobin, which can prevent sickling and reduce the need for transfusions. It is for people with severe sickle cell disease or beta thalassemia who do not have a matched sibling donor.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 13–40 - 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.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 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.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04432623Enrolling by invitationPhase 1/Phase 2
Test drug for adults with beta thalassemia intermedia
This trial studies an investigational medicine in adults with beta thalassemia intermedia (including non-transfusion dependent thalassemia). The goal is to see how well the treatment works and how safe it is for people whose hemoglobin runs in a certain range.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07401823Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Long-term follow-up study for sickle cell disease treatment
This study is a follow-up for people with sickle cell disease who already saw a benefit in fetal hemoglobin from the earlier Pioneer study. It tests the long-term safety and effects of the study drug pociredir (also called FTX-6058) while allowing most standard sickle cell treatments except hydroxyurea.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 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.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 12 years+ - NCT04166526Recruiting
Brain and brain-vessel MRI study in kids with sickle cell
This study uses MRI scans to understand how the brain and blood vessels are affected in children with sickle cell disease, including before and after certain treatments. It also includes healthy children for comparison and may help improve future monitoring and care.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 8–18 - 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.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 2 years+ - NCT06555939Recruiting
Resilience program for teens and young adults with sickle cell disease
This study tests a program called PRISM that helps teens and young adults with sickle cell disease build resilience and manage stress, anxiety, or depression. You may be eligible if you have sickle cell disease and feel down or worried.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 8–25 - NCT04047628RecruitingPhase 3
MS patients with active relapsing disease comparing two treatment plans
This Phase 3 study compares the best standard MS treatment (chosen by your doctors) versus an approach called autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplant (AHSCT) for people with highly active, treatment-resistant relapsing multiple sclerosis. It aims to see which option controls MS disease activity better and keeps you safer over time.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18–55
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Where these studies are running near Boston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting sickle cell disease studies listed above.
- Boston Children's Hospital · 8 studies
- Boston Medical Center · 4 studies
- Massachusetts General Hospital · 3 studies
- Lifespan
- Local Institution - 0024
- Rhode Island Hospital
- Susan Perrine
- University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School
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 Boston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 15 recruiting sickle cell disease 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 sickle cell disease 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 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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