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 222 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06375993Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Prula-cel for autoimmune diseases: a phase 1 study
This trial tests a new treatment called prulacabtagene leucel (prula-cel), which is a type of immune cell therapy (CAR T-cells) for people with certain autoimmune diseases. It aims to see if it can reset the immune system and reduce disease activity in conditions like lupus, scleroderma, vasculitis, or myositis.
Redwood City, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT05859997Enrolling by invitation
CAR-T cell therapy for active autoimmune disease flare-ups
This study tests an immune-cell treatment (CAR-T, called BRL-301) in people with certain autoimmune diseases that are active and hard to control. It may help your immune system calm down if standard treatments have not worked or your disease has returned.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT04976322Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Long-term lupus treatment safety study with dapirolizumab
This Phase 3 study tests whether dapirolizumab pegol is safe and tolerable for people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) when taken long-term. You may be offered a chance to stay on this medicine if the study team thinks you could benefit.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 16 years+ - NCT06617325RecruitingPhase 3
New drug for moderate to severe lupus
This study tests a new medicine called Dapirolizumab Pegol (given as an infusion) for people with moderate to severe lupus (SLE) that is not well controlled despite standard treatments. It aims to see if the drug can reduce lupus activity and prevent flares.
Avondale, ArizonaAges 16 years+ - NCT07136389RecruitingPhase 1
Testing 2 drugs for active lupus skin disease
This trial tests two new drugs, BCD-256-1 and divozilimab, for people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who have active skin symptoms not controlled by current treatments. The goal is to see if they are safe and how the body processes them.
Saint PetersburgAges 18–70 - NCT07430306RecruitingPhase 3
Study of anifrolumab for lupus patients not yet on strong treatments
This trial tests if a new drug called anifrolumab can help treat lupus in people who haven't taken strong medications like biologics or immunosuppressants before. It looks at overall disease activity and the chance to reduce steroid use.
Anniston, AlabamaAges 18–70 - NCT06106906RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CD19 CAR-T for Active Lupus
This study tests a new treatment called CD19 CAR-T, which reprograms your own immune cells to attack lupus. It is for people with active lupus that has not responded well to standard therapies.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–70 - NCT06106893RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of CD19 CAR-γδT cells for active lupus
This trial is testing a new type of immune cell therapy (called CD19 universal CAR-γδT cells) for people with active lupus that hasn't been well controlled by standard treatments. The goal is to see if these specially designed cells can calm the immune system and reduce lupus symptoms.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–70 - NCT06232304Recruiting
Program for young people with childhood lupus
This study tests a program to help teenagers and young adults with childhood-onset lupus manage symptoms like fatigue, sadness, or pain. It aims to improve daily life and well-being.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 12–22 - NCT06857214RecruitingPhase 1
GNC-038 antibody study for moderate to severe lupus
This trial tests a new antibody treatment, GNC-038, for people with moderate to severe lupus. It aims to see if it's safe and effective. You must have stable lupus treatment and active B cells in your blood.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06340750RecruitingPhase 1
BAFF CAR-T cells for lupus that hasn't improved with standard treatments
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy called BAFF CAR-T cells (LMY-920) for lupus that hasn't gotten better with standard treatments. It aims to see if these special immune cells can help calm the overactive immune system in lupus.
Columbus, OhioAges 18–65 - NCT06349343RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for hard-to-treat lupus
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy (CAR-T cells) that targets two proteins on immune cells (CD19 and BCMA) to treat lupus that hasn't responded to standard treatments. It may help people with moderate to severe lupus by reducing disease activity without ongoing medication.
WuhanAges 18–70 - NCT06400537RecruitingPhase 1
A-319 for active or tough-to-treat lupus (SLE)
This study tests a new drug called A-319 for people whose lupus (SLE) is active or hasn't improved with current treatments. The goal is to see if A-319 can help control lupus better.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–60 - NCT06559163RecruitingPhase 2
Obexelimab for active lupus (SLE) trial
This trial is testing an investigational drug called obexelimab for people with active lupus (SLE) who are already on standard lupus treatments. It aims to see if the drug can help control lupus activity better than current medications alone.
Fresno, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT07509892RecruitingPhase 2
Testing TQH3906 for people with active lupus
This study tests a new medicine, TQH3906, in people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who have moderate to severe disease activity. It aims to see if TQH3906 can safely reduce lupus symptoms like joint pain, skin rash, or vasculitis.
Bengbu, AnhuiAges 18–74 - NCT06691152RecruitingPhase 1
CD19 UCAR T cells for severe lupus
This trial tests an experimental treatment called CD19 UCAR T cells for people with severe lupus that hasn't gotten better with standard medicines. It aims to see if these special immune cells can safely and effectively control the disease.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 5 years+ - NCT06841042RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new drug for active lupus
This study tests a new investigational drug called SCTB35 for people with active systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus). It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective in controlling lupus activity when added to your current stable lupus medications.
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT06888960RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Testing CC312 for people with autoimmune diseases
This early-phase study tests a new drug called CC312 in patients with certain autoimmune diseases like lupus, myositis, scleroderma, rheumatoid arthritis, immune thrombocytopenia, or autoimmune hemolytic anemia. The goal is to see if it's safe and how the body handles it.
Tianjin, ChinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06980597RecruitingPhase 1
Testing OL-108 for active autoimmune diseases
This trial tests an investigational drug called OL-108 for people with certain autoimmune diseases (lupus, myositis, scleroderma, or vasculitis) that have come back or not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if it's safe and if it can help control the disease.
BeijingAges 18–65 - NCT07515014RecruitingPhase 2
Testing E6742 in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
This study tests a new medicine called E6742 to help people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), an autoimmune disease where the body attacks its own tissues. Researchers want to see if this drug can reduce lupus symptoms and disease activity.
Bengbu, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT07299422RecruitingPhase 2
Study of SHR-2173 for people with lupus
This trial tests a new drug called SHR-2173 for people with active lupus. It aims to see if it can reduce disease activity when taken with standard treatments.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT07397728Recruiting
TREX1 gene changes in lupus with skin rashes
This trial tests for a specific gene change (in the TREX1 gene) in people with lupus, especially those who have lupus-related skin rashes. It aims to understand how this gene may affect the disease.
Qina, South ValleyAges 18–60 - NCT00001372Recruiting
Understanding Lupus: Research Study at NIH
This research study aims to better understand systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), an autoimmune disease where the body's immune system attacks its own tissues. Researchers will evaluate patients with lupus, study genetic factors, and perform optional imaging tests to learn how the disease affects blood vessels and the heart.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3–120 - NCT07405970RecruitingPhase 3
Testing MIL62 for active lupus
This trial tests an investigational drug called MIL62 for people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) that is still active despite standard treatments. The goal is to see if MIL62 can better control disease activity.
BeijingAges 18–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for sle (systemic lupus)?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 222 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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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.