Clinical trials · Boston, MA
Vision clinical trials in Boston
We’re tracking 12 recruiting vision studies with a site in or near Boston — including Early Phase 1, Phase 1 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Boston
- NCT06934213Recruiting
Visual processing study for healthy adults
This study tests how the brain processes visual information. It's for healthy adults with normal color vision and good eyesight.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06524882RecruitingPhase 3
Special glasses for lazy eye in children 8 to 12 years old
This trial tests if special movies or games viewed through a headset can improve vision in children with lazy eye (amblyopia). It compares these treatments to wearing glasses alone.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 8–12 - NCT06933693Recruiting
Exploring How We Find Objects in Visual Searches
This study compares different types of visual search tasks to learn how people find objects. You will complete four unique tasks on a computer to see how your brain processes visual information.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06034327Recruiting
Testing a new spectacle lens for slowing myopia in kids 6–8
This study tests a special spectacle lens designed to slow the progression of nearsightedness (myopia) in children aged 6 to 8. It may be a good option for kids who are mildly to moderately nearsighted and haven't used other myopia control treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 6–8 - NCT06107881Recruiting
Testing sensors and rehab to help improve use of low-vision devices
This study tests if small sensors attached to magnifiers and remote rehab sessions can help people with low vision use their new devices more. You may join if you recently got a magnifier or vision app and can attend visits.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07208318RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Restructuring brain signals for aging vision
This study tests a new way to help older adults improve their vision by retraining how the brain processes visual information. It may help with age-related vision changes.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07577219Recruiting
Vision Training With Feedback for Central Vision Loss
This study teaches people with central vision loss (blurred or missing spots in the middle of vision) how to use their remaining side vision better, using special training with audio and visual feedback. It may help improve how well you can read and recognize faces.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 14 years+ - NCT06119243Recruiting
Kids' vision study: outdoor time and nearsightedness
This study tests if spending more time outdoors can help slow the worsening of nearsightedness (myopia) in children. It involves using special contact lenses and tracking vision changes over one year.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 4–14 - NCT04424979Recruiting
Testing prism glasses for certain types of visual field loss
This study checks whether different prism “glass” settings are feasible and helpful for people with certain types of vision field loss. You would attend testing sessions lasting about 2–4 hours to see how well the prism glasses can be used safely.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 7–80 - NCT03178149RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new eye treatment for dry macular degeneration
This Phase 1 trial tests the safety and side effects of ASP7317 in older adults whose central vision is worsening from dry age-related macular degeneration (geographic atrophy). If you qualify, you would receive treatment in the study eye and be closely monitored for about a year.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 50 years+ - NCT04851886Recruiting
Vision tool to guide robot therapy for stroke arm posture
This trial tests a vision-based system that detects your arm and posture during robot-assisted upper-arm therapy after a prior stroke. It may help the robot guide treatment more safely and accurately based on your movements and positioning.
Charlestown, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT06593405RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Occupational therapy for eye disease medication management
This trial tests whether occupational therapy can help people with age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy (DR), or glaucoma better manage their medications. Participants share their deidentified data to see if therapy improves outcomes.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 50–100
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Where these studies are running near Boston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting vision studies listed above.
- New England College of Optometry · 5 studies
- Brigham and Women's Hospital · 2 studies
- Boston Children's Hospital Waltham
- Boston Medical Center
- Boston University
- Boston University Eye Associates, Inc.
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- MCPHS 10 Lincoln Square
What taking part in a vision 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 vision studies in Massachusetts.
Common questions
- Are there vision clinical trials near Boston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 12 recruiting vision studies with a site near Boston, 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 vision study near Boston?
- 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 Boston to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Boston, 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 vision 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.
Not the right time?
New vision studies open near Boston regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.