Clinical trials · San Francisco, CA
Type 1 diabetes clinical trials in San Francisco
We’re tracking 44 recruiting type 1 diabetes studies with a site in or near San Francisco — including Early Phase 1, Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near San Francisco
- NCT04786262RecruitingPhase 3
A study of VX-880 and VX-017 for type 1 diabetes
This study tests two investigational drugs, VX-880 and VX-017, for people with type 1 diabetes who have trouble controlling their blood sugar and have frequent severe low blood sugar episodes. The goal is to see if these drugs can improve blood sugar control and reduce dangerous lows.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07187531RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new drug to preserve insulin production in type 1 diabetes
This study tests a new drug called SAB-142, which aims to stop the immune system from attacking insulin-making cells in type 1 diabetes. It may help preserve your body's ability to make insulin. The trial will check if the drug is safe and effective.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 5–40 - NCT07224321RecruitingPhase 2
Inhaled insulin for youth with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes
This study tests an inhaled insulin called Afrezza for teenagers and children who have just been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. It aims to see if this new way of taking insulin can help manage blood sugar and fit into their lives.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 6–17 - NCT06883344Recruiting
Automated insulin for managing blood sugar during labor
This study tests if an automated insulin delivery system can help manage blood sugar levels during labor and delivery in pregnant women with type 1 diabetes. If successful, it could make the process safer and easier.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT06739122RecruitingPhase 3
A study of dulaglutide for children with type 2 diabetes
This trial tests if a weekly injection of dulaglutide (Trulicity) can help children with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar when used together with metformin and/or insulin. It may be an option for kids who are overweight.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 10–17 - NCT07142252RecruitingPhase 2
New drug for recently diagnosed type 1 diabetes
This trial tests a new medicine (rezpegaldesleukin) to see if it can help preserve the body's ability to make some insulin in people recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. It's for children and adults diagnosed within the past 100 days.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 8–45 - NCT06860516Recruiting
HLA Demographics Study in Adults With Type 1 Diabetes
This study (NCT06860516) is an observational trial of adults aged 18-55 with type 1 diabetes diagnosed within 6 months. It aims to collect demographic and HLA data.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT07088068RecruitingPhase 3
Teplizumab for newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes
This study tests whether teplizumab can help keep the body making insulin in people recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. It is for children and young adults aged 1 to 25, and compares the drug against a placebo.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 1–25 - NCT07864168Recruiting
Long-lasting glucose sensor study for type 1 and type 2 diabetes
This study tests a new extended-wear sensor that helps track glucose levels continuously. It is designed to see if a next-generation sensor is accurate and safe for people with diabetes.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 2–80 - NCT06481904Recruiting
Registry for stage 2 type 1 diabetes
This study tracks people with stage 2 type 1 diabetes to see how they do over time, either with or without treatment with a drug called TZIELD. It helps doctors learn more about the disease and the effects of this treatment.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT07260110Recruiting
Study of teplizumab vs. no treatment in stage 2 type 1 diabetes
This study watches people with stage 2 type 1 diabetes who either get teplizumab or not, to compare their real-world experiences. It helps researchers learn how the drug affects daily life.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 8 years+ - NCT07061574RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Immune treatment for new onset type 1 diabetes
This study tests a low dose of a drug that calms the immune system, followed by either another immune drug or a blood pressure medicine, to see if they can help preserve the body's ability to make insulin in people recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. It may help keep your own insulin production going longer.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 9–20 - NCT02734277Recruiting
Extending a past Type 1 diabetes immune study
This study is for people who already took part in an earlier immune-tolerance program for Type 1 diabetes. It tests whether continuing follow-up and assessments can be done safely and may help learn more about long-term immune effects of treatment.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 8–35 - NCT07676565Recruiting
Adding new drugs to insulin for type 1 diabetes
This study tests whether adding certain diabetes pills (GLP-1 receptor agonists or SGLT inhibitors) to insulin is safe and helpful for adults with type 1 diabetes. Doctors will check your glucose monitor data to see how well this works.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT00097292Recruiting
Preventing Type 1 Diabetes in At-Risk People
This study looks for people at high risk of developing type 1 diabetes (based on family history or blood markers) and follows them over time to understand disease development. The goal is to eventually prevent or delay type 1 diabetes in people who don't have it yet.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 2–45 - NCT06919354RecruitingPhase 1
Study of GNTI-122 for new type 1 diabetes
This study tests a new treatment called GNTI-122 for adults recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes who still make some insulin. It aims to see if the treatment can help protect the cells that produce insulin.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT06120881RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Finding the Right Metformin Dose for Teens with Type 2 Diabetes
This study looks at how to give the right dose of metformin to young people with type 2 diabetes. If you join, you will wear a continuous glucose monitor for 6 weeks to help researchers find the best dose for you.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 10–21 - NCT06654713Recruiting
Closed-loop insulin system impact on pregnancy study
This study looks at how automated insulin delivery systems (closed-loop pumps) work during pregnancy for women with type 1 diabetes. It aims to understand how these systems can help manage blood sugar levels safely for both you and your baby.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07598773Enrolling by invitation
Continuous glucose monitoring study for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes
This study asks you to wear a glucose monitor and smart ring for several months to help researchers understand how blood sugar changes throughout the day in people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. The goal is to learn how lifestyle and medications affect blood sugar control.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07282600RecruitingPhase 3
Study of eloralintide for type 2 diabetes and weight
This study tests a new medicine called eloralintide for people with type 2 diabetes who are overweight or have obesity. It aims to see if the drug can help with weight loss and blood sugar control.
Greenbrae, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05762107RecruitingPhase 2
Drug ZT-01 to reduce low blood sugar at night
This Phase 2 study tests ZT-01 to help prevent night-time low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) in people with type 1 diabetes. It may help if you’ve had low blood sugar during sleep or are at high risk based on recent glucose monitoring.
San Carlos, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT06783309RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing CNP-103 for newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes
This trial tests a new study drug called CNP-103 for people ages 12-35 who were recently diagnosed (within 6 months) with stage 3 type 1 diabetes. The goal is to see if the drug can help preserve the body's ability to make some insulin, potentially slowing the need for more insulin shots.
Walnut Creek, CaliforniaAges 12–35 - NCT07296276Recruiting
Testing the CareSens Air 3 glucose monitor in type 1 diabetes
This study tests how accurate a new continuous glucose monitor (CGM) called CareSens Air 3 is for adults with type 1 diabetes. You would wear the sensor on your skin to track blood sugar levels, and it may help you manage your diabetes more easily.
Walnut Creek, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07754461RecruitingPhase 3
Survodutide for blood sugar control in type 2 diabetes
This study tests an investigational drug called survodutide to see if it helps people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar levels. Participants will receive either survodutide or a placebo, and the study will compare changes in HbA1c (a measure of blood sugar control).
Walnut Creek, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
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Type 1 diabetes trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near San Francisco
Institutions with a site for the recruiting type 1 diabetes studies listed above.
- University of California, San Francisco · 12 studies
- Diablo Clinical Research · 5 studies
- Stanford University · 2 studies
- Buck Institute for Research on Aging
- Investigational Site
- John Muir Health Clinical Research Center
- LCGK Research
- NorCal Medical Research
What taking part in a type 1 diabetes 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.
Looking wider? See all recruiting type 1 diabetes studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there type 1 diabetes clinical trials near San Francisco?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 44 recruiting type 1 diabetes studies with a site near San Francisco, 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 type 1 diabetes study near San Francisco?
- 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 San Francisco to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near San Francisco, 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 type 1 diabetes 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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