Clinical trials
Type 2 diabetes clinical trials
A condition where the body can’t use insulin properly, raising blood sugar. We’re tracking 1,059 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06725953Recruiting
Remote exercise program for cancer survivors with or without diabetes
This study tests a 12-week home-based physical activity program to see if it helps cancer survivors who had chemotherapy and now have memory or thinking problems. It includes both survivors with type 2 diabetes and those without.
Oklahoma City, OklahomaAges 18 years+ - NCT06700538RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of an experimental drug for obesity with or without type 2 diabetes
This study tests an experimental medication called ARO-INHBE in adults with obesity, including those who also have type 2 diabetes. The goal is to see if it helps with weight loss and is safe.
CamberwellAges 18–65 - NCT06682481Recruiting
Pancreas-Liver Communication in Teens with Obesity
This study looks at how the pancreas and liver talk to each other in teens with obesity. It may help understand why some teens develop diabetes or fatty liver.
Geneva, Canton of GenevaAges 12–16 - NCT06671587RecruitingPhase 4
Testing insulin/GLP-1 combo with CGM for type 2 diabetes
This study tests a combination insulin/GLP-1 medicine (iGlarLixi) with continuous glucose monitoring to see how well it controls blood sugar in Chinese adults with type 2 diabetes. It may help those whose current pills are not working enough.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT06647745RecruitingPhase 3
Study for type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure
This study tests a new combination of three medications (THP-00101, THP-00102, and THP-00103) for people with type 2 diabetes and essential high blood pressure. It aims to see if this combination is safe and effective compared to standard treatments.
SeoulAges 19 years+ - NCT06652763Recruiting
MRI scan for heart failure with normal pumping strength
This study uses a special MRI scan with a natural contrast agent (manganese) to look at how well the heart muscle works in people with heart failure who still have normal pumping strength. The goal is to learn more about why this type of heart failure happens.
LeicesterAges 18 years+ - NCT06614101Recruiting
Breath test for monitoring blood sugar
This study is testing a new device that measures blood sugar levels by analyzing your breath. It is for people with type 2 diabetes or those who are overweight, to see if the breath test can work as a non-invasive way to monitor glucose.
Salies-du-Salat, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT06605508Recruiting
Stem cell injection for erectile dysfunction
This trial tests whether injecting stem cells or their byproducts can help men with erectile dysfunction who haven't responded well to standard treatments like Viagra. It aims to find a new option for improving sexual function.
Dubai, DubaiAges 30–75 - NCT06567990Recruiting
Type 2 diabetes and fatty liver: new tests for disease tracking
This study is looking for people with type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease to find better ways to track how the disease progresses. They will use special tests (biomarkers) to see if the liver is getting worse over time.
DijonAges 40–80 - NCT06571500Recruiting
Growth hormone and insulin cells in type 2 diabetes risk
This study looks at how growth hormone affects insulin-making cells in people at risk for type 2 diabetes. It may help explain why some people with a family history of diabetes develop the condition.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18–59 - NCT06562907RecruitingPhase 1
Study of an experimental drug for weight and diabetes
This study tests an investigational drug called GS-4571 in healthy people, people with obesity, and people with type 2 diabetes. It aims to see how the drug affects the body and whether it might help with weight and blood sugar control.
Miami, FloridaAges 18–65 - NCT06533007Enrolling by invitation
How PDE3B affects metabolism in healthy adults
This study looks at how a protein called PDE3B affects your body's metabolism (how it uses energy). It may help researchers understand weight and insulin resistance better, which could lead to new treatments.
CambridgeAges 21–75 - NCT06546085Recruiting
Extracellular vesicles, insulin, and exercise in type 2 diabetes
This study looks at how tiny particles called extracellular vesicles affect how your body uses insulin, and whether exercise can make a difference. It is for people with type 2 diabetes (or normal blood sugar) who are not very active and have been on diabetes medication for a long time.
New Brunswick, New JerseyAges 30–80 - NCT06526273Recruiting
PILI 'Āina Household Program
This study is for Native Hawaiian adults living in homestead communities who are overweight or have health conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol. It looks at a household-based program to help you and your family make healthier lifestyle changes together.
Honolulu, HawaiiAges 18 years+ - NCT06526650Recruiting
Cooking demos for Native Hawaiian adults with diabetes or heart risks
This trial tests if cooking demonstrations can help Native Hawaiian adults with conditions like type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol improve their health. You'd learn healthy cooking and be encouraged to do moderate activity like brisk walking.
Honolulu, HawaiiAges 18 years+ - NCT06482944Recruiting
Whole-food diet program for families to prevent type 2 diabetes
This 12-week program helps parents with prediabetes and their children eat healthier whole foods based on U.S. dietary guidelines. The goal is to see if the program can lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes in the family.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 6–59 - NCT06462170Recruiting
Measuring insulin production in type 2 diabetes
This study tests how well your body makes insulin by having you drink a Boost shake and checking your blood. It's designed for people with type 2 diabetes who are not yet on insulin.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06424106Recruiting
Glucagon & fasting insulin in people without type 2 diabetes
This study looks at how glucagon affects insulin release and blood sugar in people who do not have type 2 diabetes. It may help us understand normal glucose control better.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 25–65 - NCT06402747RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing clopidogrel vs cilostazol for diabetes-related artery thickening
This trial compares two blood-thinning drugs (clopidogrel and cilostazol) to see which one better prevents artery problems in people with diabetes and thickened carotid arteries. It may help you if you have diabetes and are already on stable medications.
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 19 years+ - NCT06399835RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two diabetes drugs for blood sugar and heart health
This study tests a new diabetes medicine called Enavogliflozin against an older drug, Pioglitazone, to see which works better for lowering blood sugar and improving heart health. If you have type 2 diabetes, take metformin plus another pill, and your A1C is between 7 and 10.5, this study may be an option for you.
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 20–80 - NCT06256419Recruiting
Gene testing and exenatide response in Chinese type 2 diabetes patients
This study looks at how certain genes affect the risk of type 2 diabetes and how well the drug exenatide (a GLP-1 receptor agonist) works in Chinese patients. It aims to see if your genetic makeup can predict how you will respond to treatment.
Xuzhou, ChinaAges 25–70 - NCT06329544Recruiting
Study of a high-fructose diet and gut health
This trial tests how a high-fructose diet affects your gut bacteria and overall metabolic health. It is for people who already know they don't absorb fructose well (fructose malabsorbers) and want to understand how this sugar impacts their body.
New York, New YorkAges 25–45 - NCT06322212RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Type 2 diabetes and brain blood barrier study
This study tests if a treatment can improve the blood-brain barrier in adults with type 2 diabetes. It uses MRI scans to see changes and may help protect brain function.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 40–65 - NCT06335771Recruiting
Study on fat metabolism in obesity and diabetes
This study looks at how fat is processed in the body for people with different health conditions, including obesity and type 2 diabetes. It aims to find new ways to improve treatment by understanding these differences.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18–70
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for type 2 diabetes?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,059 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.
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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.