Clinical trials · San Francisco, CA
Ulcerative Colitis clinical trials in San Francisco
We’re tracking 16 recruiting ulcerative colitis studies with a site in or near San Francisco — including Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near San Francisco
- NCT05287126RecruitingPhase 2
Etrasimod for teens with active ulcerative colitis
This trial tests whether etrasimod can improve ulcerative colitis (UC) symptoms in adolescents with moderate to severe, active disease. It may help reduce inflammation and disease activity, especially if current treatments aren’t working well enough.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 12–17 - NCT07196748RecruitingPhase 3
Icotrokinra for adults and teens with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis
This trial tests a new oral medication, icotrokinra, for people with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis. It may be an option if you have not responded well enough to standard treatments or newer advanced therapies.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 12 years+ - NCT06424769Enrolling by invitation
Managing Inflammatory Bowel Disease with Text Message Surveys
This study aims to improve care and reduce health gaps for people with inflammatory bowel disease using text-message surveys to track symptoms and guide better disease management.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 13 years+ - NCT05442567RecruitingPhase 3
Vedolizumab study for kids with ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s
This Phase 3 study tests whether vedolizumab can help children with ulcerative colitis (UC) or Crohn’s disease (CD) who improved on earlier treatment. It focuses on kids who can stay off steroid medicines and follow study visits and safety rules.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 2 years+ - NCT07071519RecruitingPhase 3
Risankizumab for young people with ulcerative colitis
This study tests risankizumab (a medication that targets inflammation) in young people with ulcerative colitis who haven't improved enough on other treatments. It aims to see if risankizumab can help control symptoms and reduce bowel inflammation.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 2–17 - NCT06029972RecruitingPhase 2
Experimental drug for moderate to severe ulcerative colitis
This trial tests an experimental medication (tilpisertib fosmecarbil) for people with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis who have already tried at least one advanced therapy but it didn't work well enough. The study aims to see if this new drug can help reduce inflammation and improve symptoms.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT04844606RecruitingPhase 3
Mirikizumab for kids with ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s
This study checks whether continuing mirikizumab (a medicine that calms gut inflammation) helps children with ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease after prior study treatment. It aims to see if staying on the medicine is beneficial and safe over time.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 2–19 - NCT06588855RecruitingPhase 3
Study of afimkibart for moderate to severe ulcerative colitis
This trial is testing a new medication called afimkibart (RO7790121) for people with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis. It aims to see if this treatment can help reduce inflammation and improve symptoms in people who haven't had success with other therapies.
Redwood City, CaliforniaAges 16–80 - NCT06100289RecruitingPhase 3
Study of vedolizumab for kids with ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease
This trial tests vedolizumab, a biologic medicine that reduces inflammation, in children and teenagers who have moderate to severe ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease and have not responded well to other treatments.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 2–17 - NCT06571669Recruiting
Nerve stimulation device for ulcerative colitis
This trial tests a new medical device called BOOM-IBD2 that uses gentle nerve stimulation to treat ulcerative colitis. It's for people who have not had UC surgery and do not have certain infections or other implanted devices.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18–85 - NCT05230173Recruiting
Treat to endoscopic remission in inflammatory bowel disease
This study tests whether switching to a different treatment for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can achieve healing of the gut lining. It is for people whose symptoms are under control but who still have significant inflammation in their bowel.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06405087RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term study of vedolizumab for children with IBD
This study is for children and teenagers with ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease who have already completed a previous vedolizumab study and are doing well. It will look at the long-term safety and effectiveness of continuing vedolizumab treatment.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 2–17 - NCT03615690Recruiting
Fasting-mimicking diet test for ulcerative colitis
This study tests whether a “fasting-mimicking diet” can improve mild to moderate ulcerative colitis. You would follow the study diet plan and be monitored to see if symptoms and disease activity change.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT04401605Recruiting
Fermented foods diet for ulcerative colitis symptoms
This study tests whether adding fermented foods to your diet can improve symptoms of ulcerative colitis. It also looks at people with intestinal inflammation markers to see if diet changes may help them feel better.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03816345RecruitingPhase 1
Nivolumab for advanced cancer with autoimmune conditions
This Phase 1 study tests nivolumab, an immunotherapy “anti-cancer accelerator,” in people with advanced cancer who also have an autoimmune disorder. It aims to see if nivolumab can be given safely and whether it may help shrink or control cancer.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05076175RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Oral ozanimod for children with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis
This trial tests whether an oral medicine called ozanimod can improve ulcerative colitis (UC) in children whose disease is moderate to severe. It’s meant for kids who didn’t fully respond—or couldn’t tolerate—standard UC treatments.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 2–17
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Where these studies are running near San Francisco
Institutions with a site for the recruiting ulcerative colitis studies listed above.
- University of California, San Francisco · 6 studies
- Stanford University · 3 studies
- Stanford Children's Health · 2 studies
- Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford
- Palo Alto Medical Foundation
- Stanford Medicine Outpatient Center
- Sutter Health
- UCSF Medical Center at Mission Bay
What taking part in a ulcerative colitis 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 ulcerative colitis studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there ulcerative colitis clinical trials near San Francisco?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 16 recruiting ulcerative colitis 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 ulcerative colitis 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 ulcerative colitis 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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