Clinical trials
Type 2 diabetes clinical trials
A condition where the body can’t use insulin properly, raising blood sugar. We’re tracking 1,080 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07351786Recruiting
Newer diabetes drugs and eye protection study
This trial is looking at whether newer diabetes drugs (like SGLT2 inhibitors and DPP-4 inhibitors) can help protect the eyes of people with long-standing type 2 diabetes. The study focuses on preventing or slowing diabetic retinopathy, a common eye complication.
AlexandriaAges 25 years+ - NCT07355270Recruiting
Radiofrequency vapor ablation for type 2 diabetes
This trial tests a new device that uses radiofrequency energy to treat the lining of the upper small intestine in people with type 2 diabetes. The goal is to see if this treatment is safe and helps improve blood sugar control.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 22–65 - NCT07359105Recruiting
Statin vs. LDL Goal Therapy for Older Adults with Diabetes
This trial compares two approaches to lower cholesterol in people aged 70+ with type 2 diabetes: a moderate statin dose versus adjusting treatment to reach a personalized LDL-C target. It aims to find which strategy better prevents heart problems.
SeoulAges 70 years+ - NCT07361640Recruiting
E-health lifestyle program for type 2 diabetes
This trial tests a smartphone-based lifestyle program to help people with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes lose weight and improve blood sugar control. You'll get a digital program with coaching and support, instead of usual care alone.
OsloAges 18 years+ - NCT07364045Recruiting
Diet and diabetes remission in overweight adults
This study tests whether a special diet can help reverse type 2 diabetes or prediabetes in people who are overweight. It compares people with type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, and healthy controls to see how weight loss affects fat in the pancreas.
EdinburghAges 45–79 - NCT07373938Recruiting
Carotid Artery Texture and Heart Risk in Type 2 Diabetes
This study uses a neck ultrasound to look at the texture of your carotid artery (a main blood vessel in your neck) to find early signs of heart and blood vessel risk. It is for adults with type 2 diabetes who have not already had a heart attack or stroke.
Elche, AlicanteAges 40–69 - NCT07374328RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Three diabetes medicines for new type 2 diabetes
This trial tests a combination of three diabetes medicines to see if they can quickly get high blood sugar under control in people newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. It's designed for those whose HbA1c is 9.0% or higher.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–65 - NCT07374705Recruiting
Brain insulin resistance and health in diabetes
This study looks at how insulin resistance in the brain affects brain health. If you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes and are between 50 and 80 years old, you may be able to join to help researchers understand brain changes.
Glostrup MunicipalityAges 50–80 - NCT07375069Recruiting
Heart health in type 2 diabetes patients in Italy
This study looks at heart disease risk and how diabetes medications are used in people with type 2 diabetes. It may help doctors better manage your heart health.
Naples, NapoliAges 18 years+ - NCT07379333RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new drug for type 2 diabetes when metformin and dapagliflozin aren't enough
This study tests a new medicine (HM11260C) to see if it helps people with type 2 diabetes who are already taking metformin and dapagliflozin but still have high blood sugar. If you qualify, it could give you a new option to better control your diabetes.
Gyeonggi-doAges 19 years+ - NCT07386340Recruiting
Testing a new continuous glucose monitor with flash readings
This study tests a new sensor system that tracks glucose levels continuously and can give a quick reading when you wave a device over it. It aims to see if it's safe and accurate for people with diabetes.
Escondido, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07394114RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a new medicine for type 2 diabetes not controlled by diet and exercise
This trial tests a new medicine called HDM1005 for people with type 2 diabetes who haven't been helped enough by diet and exercise alone, and who haven't taken any diabetes medication in the last 12 weeks. It aims to see if the medicine can help lower blood sugar levels safely.
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT01055093Recruiting
Study of diabetes complications in adults soon after diagnosis
This study follows adults who have been diagnosed with diabetes recently to better understand diabetes and its complications over time. It also includes a comparison group of people who do not have diabetes to help researchers see what changes are linked to diabetes.
Düsseldorf, North Rhine-WestphaliaAges 18–69 - NCT01793168Recruiting
Rare disease registry and history study
This study keeps a registry (a structured list) of people with rare diseases and may also track how the condition changes over time. It can help researchers better understand rare illnesses and find gaps in care, which may improve future treatments.
Sioux Falls, South DakotaAges Any age - NCT01477957Recruiting
Bariatric surgery and changes in insulin and body energy use
This study tests whether weight-loss surgery improves how your body uses insulin and energy. It compares insulin sensitivity and related measurements before and after surgery to understand who benefits.
Düsseldorf, North Rhine-WestphaliaAges 20–70 - NCT01984762Recruiting
Weight-loss surgery for type 2 diabetes
This study tests whether two weight-loss operations (sleeve gastrectomy or Roux-en-Y gastric bypass) can improve type 2 diabetes. It may help people with higher body weight and diabetes control, but it also requires meeting safety and health criteria.
GothenburgAges 18–60 - NCT02836808Recruiting
Check a diabetes attention support program for type 2 diabetes
This trial tests an “attention model,” which is a structured way to support your focus and self-management when living with type 2 diabetes. It may help people stay on track with daily care and reduce problems caused by diabetes over time.
Mexico City, Mexico CityAges 18–70 - NCT02420470Recruiting
An early warning system for diabetic brain changes
This study tests whether an “early warning” approach can detect early changes in the brain related to diabetes before serious problems happen. If you qualify, you may be asked to take part in brain and health assessments to see how well the system works.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 40–65 - NCT02583061Recruiting
Study of blood sugar changes during pregnancy
This study follows pregnant people to look at how blood sugar behaves during pregnancy. It may help doctors understand pregnancy-related blood sugar problems and who is at risk.
Toronto, OntarioAges 20–60 - NCT06118931Recruiting
Time-Restricted Eating for Blood Sugar Control
This study tests whether eating only during a specific daily window helps control blood sugar in people with or at risk for type 2 diabetes. You'll follow a set eating schedule and use a phone app to track your meals.
Toronto, OntarioAges 40 years+ - NCT07675551Recruiting
Peel Family Diabetes Prevention Program
This study tests a program to help prevent type 2 diabetes in South Asian and Black families living in Peel Region. It involves a parent or caregiver and a youth aged 14 to 24, and includes a simple finger-prick blood test to check blood sugar levels.
Brampton, OntarioAges 14 years+ - NCT06115265Recruiting
Ketogenic diet study for prediabetes and weight loss
This trial tests whether a ketogenic diet can help people with prediabetes or high blood sugar improve their health and lose weight. You eat very low-carb, high-fat foods to see if it lowers your blood sugar and reduces your risk of developing diabetes.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 18 years+ - NCT07675499RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Exercise and Nasal Insulin for Type 2 Diabetes
This study tests if adding nose spray insulin and exercise together improves blood sugar control and brain function in older adults with type 2 diabetes.
New Brunswick, New JerseyAges 55–80 - NCT02818192Recruiting
Kid-focused study to track kidney issues in type 2 diabetes
This study follows young people with type 2 diabetes to better understand risks for kidney problems over time. It may help researchers find earlier warning signs and improve care for adolescents living with type 2 diabetes.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 10–18
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for type 2 diabetes?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,080 recruiting type 2 diabetes 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 type 2 diabetes 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 type 2 diabetes 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.