Clinical trials · Pennsylvania
Sickle Cell Disease clinical trials in Pennsylvania
We’re tracking 25 recruiting sickle cell disease studies with a site in Pennsylvania — including Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Pennsylvania
- 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.
Easton, PennsylvaniaAges 12–100 - 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06699849RecruitingPhase 2
CSL889 for sickle cell pain crisis
This trial tests a new medicine, CSL889, for people with sickle cell disease who are currently having a pain crisis (vaso-occlusive crisis). The goal is to see if it safely helps reduce the pain and speed recovery.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12 years+ - NCT03653338RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Bone marrow transplant using donor blood to treat sickle cell
This trial tests a specific type of bone marrow transplant for people with sickle cell disease (or certain other blood disorders) who have had serious complications despite standard care. It aims to see if removing the patient’s immune cells and using a matched donor’s cells can improve outcomes and reduce complications.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 5–40 - 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 12 years+ - NCT04156893RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
RH-matched blood transfusions for sickle cell patients
This study tests whether giving red blood cells matched to your child’s RH (a blood marker) can improve safety and fit for people with sickle cell disease who need regular transfusions. It may help reduce mismatches by using blood units selected to match the child’s blood type more closely.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 6 months+ - 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 12–55 - NCT04109820Recruiting
Testing MitoQ for blood clotting activity in sickle cell
This trial studies whether MitoQ changes how your platelets (blood cells that help clot) work and how much “reactive oxygen” your body makes. It includes adults with sickle cell anemia and African American healthy volunteers to compare results.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 6 months–100 years - NCT06260891RecruitingPhase 2
Zinc study for sickle cell disease and bone health
This study tests if taking zinc supplements can improve bone health in people with sickle cell disease. It's for those with certain types of sickle cell disease (SS or S-Beta zero thalassemia) who are not on chronic transfusions or zinc supplements.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 15–40 - NCT06374238Recruiting
Peer Support for Young People with Sickle Cell Pain
This study is testing a peer support program for teens and young adults (ages 16–30) with sickle cell disease who have chronic pain. You'll connect with a trained peer supporter through your smartphone to learn pain coping skills and get support.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 16–30 - 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06665997RecruitingPhase 4
Depot shot for pain in women with sickle cell disease
This study tests if a hormone shot (depot medroxyprogesterone acetate) can help reduce pain episodes in women with sickle cell disease. It aims to see if the shot improves pain and markers of inflammation.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–50 - 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 3–20 - NCT07252050RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Ruxolitinib and half-matched transplant for severe sickle cell disease
This trial tests a new approach using the drug ruxolitinib to help a half-matched bone marrow transplant work better for people with severe sickle cell disease. It aims to reduce complications and improve outcomes.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 12–45 - NCT07316478Recruiting
Stress Management and Mindfulness for Sickle Cell Disease
This study tests a stress management and mindfulness program designed to help people with sickle cell disease cope better. It aims to see if these techniques can reduce pain and improve your quality of life.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06363760Enrolling by invitation
Long-term follow-up after EDIT-301 gene therapy
This long-term follow-up study monitors people with sickle cell disease or transfusion-dependent beta-thalassemia who have already received the gene-editing therapy EDIT-301. It helps researchers understand how safe and effective the treatment is over time.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 12–50 - 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 2–53 - NCT04208529Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Long-term follow-up after receiving CTX001 infusion
This study follows people for a long time after they received CTX001 in an earlier (parent) study. It helps researchers learn about long-term safety and outcomes of the treatment.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 2 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT05210114Recruiting
Skin hydration study in people with sickle cell
This study looks at how hydrated your skin is in people with sickle cell disease. It aims to better understand skin-related changes, which may help doctors monitor health and treatments in the future.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 14–37 - NCT06290401Recruiting
Boosting self-management in teens with sickle cell disease
This study is testing a program to help adolescents with sickle cell disease better manage their health. It looks at how family, friends, and the clinic can support teens to take charge of their care.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 13–21 - 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–55
Sickle Cell Disease trials by city in Pennsylvania
Where these studies are running in Pennsylvania
Institutions with a site for the recruiting sickle cell disease studies listed above.
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia · 14 studies
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital · 3 studies
- University of Pennsylvania · 3 studies
- UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh · 3 studies
- UPMC Hillman Cancer Center · 2 studies
- Hemophilia Center of Western Pennsylvania
- Local Institution
- Local Institution - 0032
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.
Sickle Cell Disease trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there sickle cell disease clinical trials in Pennsylvania?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 25 recruiting sickle cell disease studies with a site in Pennsylvania, 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 in Pennsylvania?
- 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 Pennsylvania to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Pennsylvania, 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.
Not the right time?
New sickle cell disease studies open in Pennsylvania regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.