Clinical trials
Sickle Cell Disease clinical trials
Below are recruiting sickle cell disease clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 178 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03128996RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Bone marrow transplant with lighter chemo for non-cancer illnesses
This early-phase study tests a safer “lighter” conditioning chemo plan before a bone marrow transplant for people with non-cancer blood and immune disorders. It aims to reduce transplant risk while using donor marrow that does not match perfectly in the HLA type.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 1 day–21 years - NCT03976180Recruiting
High-flow oxygen for painful sickle cell episodes
This trial tests whether giving high-flow oxygen can help treat a painful sickle cell “vaso-occlusive crisis” (VOC) and lower the risk of a serious lung complication. You may be eligible if you’re an adult with sickle cell disease experiencing an opioid-requiring pain flare and have higher risk for lung trouble.
CréteilAges 18 years+ - NCT05640271RecruitingPhase 2
Tocilizumab for acute chest syndrome in sickle cell
This trial studies tocilizumab (a medicine that calms inflammation) to treat acute chest syndrome in people with sickle cell disease. It may help improve symptoms and recovery by targeting key immune signals involved in this complication.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 12 years+ - NCT04157179Recruiting
MRI study of brain oxygen use in children and adults
This study uses an MRI scan to measure how your brain uses oxygen. It includes healthy participants and people with sickle cell disease or who previously needed ECMO, which may help researchers understand brain oxygen problems and how to monitor them.
St Louis, MissouriAges 3–50 - 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+ - 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 - NCT05359991Recruiting
Exercise study in children and teens with lung or blood conditions
This study tests how safe and effective a structured exercise program is for children and teens. It also compares results between children with sickle cell disease, cystic fibrosis, and healthy peers (and some teens after COVID-19 infection).
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 10–17 - NCT05685368RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Therapy groups to help teens cope with sickle cell
This trial tests a structured talk-therapy program called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for teens and young adults with sickle cell disease. It aims to help you manage tough thoughts and feelings and cope with day-to-day challenges over 6 weekly group sessions.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 14–21 - 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+ - NCT06035939Recruiting
SCD support study using mobile app
This trial tests a mobile app to help people with sickle cell disease manage their health. It's designed for those who have a compatible smartphone and internet access.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 14–21 - NCT06147414Recruiting
Blood test for genetic disorders in pregnancy
This study tests a safer blood test to check for certain genetic disorders during pregnancy, instead of an invasive procedure like amniocentesis. It's for pregnant women who are at risk of passing on a known genetic condition.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06213402Recruiting
European registry for rare anemia disorders
This study is creating a European registry (database) to collect information about people with rare anemia disorders. By joining, you help researchers better understand these conditions and improve care for yourself and others.
Barcelona, CataloniaAges birth–100 years - NCT06497153Recruiting
Lung ultrasound for children with sickle cell disease
This study tests whether using lung ultrasound can help doctors quickly spot and treat acute chest syndrome in children with sickle cell disease. It may lead to faster, safer care for kids in the intensive care unit.
ParisAges 1 month–17 years - NCT06526117RecruitingPhase 4
Stroke Prevention in Nigeria 2 Trial
This trial tests whether giving hydroxyurea (a medicine that helps prevent strokes) to children with sickle cell disease who have high-risk blood flow in their brains can stop strokes from happening. It's for kids in Nigeria who are at the peak age for stroke risk (5–12 years old).
KanoAges 5–12 - NCT06773715Recruiting
Virtual reality for pain from sickle cell disease
This study tests if using virtual reality (VR) can help children and teens with sickle cell disease feel better during a severe pain episode. You would use VR while in the hospital to see if it reduces your pain.
New Orleans, LouisianaAges 8–21 - NCT07206095Recruiting
Better diagnosis for inherited red blood cell diseases
This trial aims to improve how doctors diagnose rare inherited anemias, including sickle cell disease and other conditions that destroy red blood cells. It may help if you have a confirmed or suspected diagnosis but need more clarity through advanced testing.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges Any age - 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 - NCT00081523Recruiting
Understanding How Sickle Cell Disease Develops Over Time
This research study follows people with sickle cell disease to learn how the condition affects their health over many years. By studying patients regularly, researchers hope to better understand the disease and improve care.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 2–90 - NCT07442851Recruiting
SickleFit exercise and nutrition study for sickle cell
This study looks at whether a personalized exercise and nutrition program can help people with sickle cell disease feel better and have fewer pain crises. It is for adults 35 and older with any type of sickle cell disease.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 35 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.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT06300723Enrolling by invitation
BRL-101 for severe sickle cell disease
This trial tests a new treatment called BRL-101 for people with severe sickle cell disease. The treatment uses your own stem cells, which are modified in the lab and then given back to you. It aims to reduce pain crises and improve your quality of life.
Nanning, GuangxiAges 3–35 - NCT05775224Enrolling by invitation
Join a research data hub for sickle cell or multiple myeloma
This study builds a database of people with sickle cell disease and/or active multiple myeloma (diagnosed or treated in recent years). It may help researchers learn how these illnesses behave and support better future studies or treatments.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Any age - 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.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05414045Recruiting
Transplanting your own frozen testicle tissue for future fertility
This trial studies transplanting frozen testicular tissue back into the body to help restore fertility later. It is meant for people who preserved testicular tissue as children before cancer or a blood disorder treatment.
BrusselsAges 18–50
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for sickle cell disease?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 178 recruiting sickle cell disease studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a sickle cell disease trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a sickle cell disease trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
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.