Clinical trials
SLE (Systemic Lupus) clinical trials
Below are recruiting sle (systemic lupus) clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 223 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05934149Recruiting
Lupus health registry that stores samples for future research
This study keeps a long-term record of people with lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus) and collects samples so researchers can study the disease better. You may be able to join if you meet lupus diagnosis criteria, are not pregnant, and can follow the study visits and consent process.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–110 - NCT05988216Recruiting
CAR-T cell therapy for hard-to-treat lupus
This trial tests a new type of immune cell therapy (CAR-T cells) for people with lupus that has not responded well to standard treatments. It aims to reset the immune system to reduce lupus activity.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–65 - NCT06010472RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Car-NK cell therapy for lupus
This trial tests a new immune cell therapy (CAR NK cells) for people with moderate to severe lupus that hasn't responded well to standard treatments. The therapy targets a protein called CD19 on certain immune cells to calm the overactive immune system.
ShanghaiAges 18–65 - NCT06032923RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Does vitamin B3 boost help lupus symptoms?
This study tests whether a form of vitamin B3, called nicotinamide riboside, can improve immune function and reduce inflammation in women with mild to moderate lupus. It may help understand if boosting NAD+ levels offers a new way to manage the disease.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT06056921RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T-cell therapy for hard-to-treat autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new treatment using your own immune cells (CAR T-cells) targeting a protein called CD19 to control severe autoimmune diseases like lupus, Sjogren's, scleroderma, dermatomyositis, or vasculitis. The goal is to see if it's safe and can improve symptoms when other treatments haven't worked.
Taiyuan, ShanxiAges 18 years+ - NCT06121297RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CABA-201 for active lupus
This trial tests a new treatment called CABA-201, which is a type of immune cell therapy (CAR T cells) for people with active lupus. The goal is to see if it's safe and can help control lupus symptoms.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06189157RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing MB-CART19.1 therapy for severe lupus
This trial tests a new type of treatment called CAR T-cell therapy (MB-CART19.1) for people with severe lupus that has not responded to other treatments. It aims to see if this therapy can help control lupus and improve organ function.
ErlangenAges 18 years+ - NCT06308978RecruitingPhase 1
Study of FT819 for B-cell autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new cell therapy, FT819, for people with certain autoimmune diseases like lupus, vasculitis, myositis, or scleroderma that haven't improved with at least two previous treatments. The goal is to see if it can help control the disease.
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAges 12–70 - NCT06350110RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR T cells for lupus
This trial tests a new type of CAR T cell therapy for people with active lupus that has not responded to other treatments. It uses specially engineered cells to target and eliminate certain immune cells that are causing the disease, with the goal of reducing symptoms and preventing flare-ups.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–90 - NCT06411249RecruitingPhase 4
Belimumab for people with early lupus
This study tests whether a medicine called belimumab (Benlysta) works better for people diagnosed with lupus in the last 2 years. It aims to slow down the disease before it causes lasting organ damage.
Anniston, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06434363RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Cell therapy plus tafasitamab for autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new cell therapy (AD-PluReceptor) combined with the drug tafasitamab for people with certain autoimmune diseases like systemic sclerosis, lupus, or chronic graft-versus-host disease. It aims to see if this treatment can help when standard therapies have failed.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06458972Recruiting
Telitacicept for lupus: safety and effectiveness trial
This trial tests a new biologic drug called telitacicept for people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It aims to see how safe and effective the drug is and may offer a new treatment option for lupus.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–70 - NCT06513429Recruiting
IM19 CAR-T cell therapy for tough lupus cases
This trial tests whether a new type of immune cell therapy, called IM19 CAR-T, can help people with lupus that hasn't gotten better with standard treatments. It is designed for people ages 18 to 65 with moderate to severe disease activity.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06548607RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CAR-T therapy for autoimmune diseases
This early-phase trial tests a new CAR-T cell therapy that targets CD19 or both CD19 and BCMA to treat several autoimmune diseases like lupus, scleroderma, and vasculitis. It aims to calm the overactive immune system with a single infusion of your own engineered cells.
Bengbu, AnhuiAges 18–70 - NCT06576271RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new drug for lupus and related lung disease
This study tests an experimental drug called GSK4527363. It is first being given to healthy volunteers to check safety, then to people with lupus (SLE) and people with connective tissue disease-related lung disease (CTD-ILD). The goal is to see if the drug is safe and how the body processes it.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18–65 - NCT06581198RecruitingPhase 2
CAR-T cell therapy for lupus or lupus nephritis
This trial tests a new CAR-T cell treatment called rapcabtagene autoleucel for people with active lupus or lupus nephritis that hasn't improved with at least two standard therapies. It aims to reduce disease activity and may offer a new option for hard-to-treat cases.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–75 - NCT06585514RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR T-cell therapy for hard-to-treat lupus
This trial tests a treatment where your own immune cells are modified to attack and destroy lupus-causing B cells. It's for people with lupus (SLE) that hasn't improved with standard treatments.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 3–65 - NCT06133972RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term safety of ianalumab for lupus (extension study)
This extension study tests the long-term safety of ianalumab for people with systemic lupus erythematosus. If you completed a prior SIRIUS-SLE study and your doctor thinks you'd benefit, you may continue treatment for up to 60 more weeks.
Anniston, AlabamaAges 12–100 - NCT06613360RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CLN-978 for people with systemic lupus erythematosus
This trial tests an experimental drug called CLN-978, given as a shot under the skin, that targets a protein on certain immune cells (B cells) to try to calm overactive immune activity in lupus. The goal is to see if it can reduce lupus symptoms for people whose disease has not been controlled by other treatments.
Avondale, ArizonaAges 18–70 - NCT06625671RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
DB-2304 antibody injection for lupus skin disease (SLE/CLE)
This trial tests an experimental antibody injection (DB-2304) to see if it can improve lupus skin rashes and other lupus symptoms. It is for people with active lupus skin disease who have already tried standard treatments.
La Palma, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT06653556RecruitingEarly Phase 1
LCAR-AIO for relapsed or hard-to-treat lupus
This study tests a new treatment called LCAR-AIO for people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) that has come back or not responded well to standard therapies. The goal is to see if it can help control the disease.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–65 - NCT06675422RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
JY231 injection for active lupus
This trial tests an investigational drug called JY231 for people with active systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) that is not well controlled with standard treatments. The goal is to see if JY231 can reduce lupus activity and improve symptoms.
Kunming, YunnanAges 14–75 - NCT06676631RecruitingPhase 1
NK cells plus rituximab for active lupus
This study tests whether combining immune cells (NK cells) with rituximab can help people with hard-to-treat lupus or lupus-related kidney disease. It is for patients whose lupus is still active despite standard treatments.
Guangzhou, GuangdomgAges 18–65 - NCT06708845RecruitingPhase 1
Zamto-cel cell therapy for autoimmune diseases
This early-phase trial tests a new cell therapy called Zamto-cel for people with lupus (with or without kidney inflammation) or systemic sclerosis (hardening of the skin and internal organs). It is for those whose condition has not improved enough after standard treatments.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for sle (systemic lupus)?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 223 recruiting sle (systemic lupus) 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 sle (systemic lupus) 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 sle (systemic lupus) 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.
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