Pulmonology
Lungs & breathing clinical trials
Asthma, COPD, and other conditions that affect the lungs and breathing. We’re tracking 6,347 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable4,045
- Phase 2834
- Phase 1458
- Phase 3422
- Phase 1/Phase 2311
- Phase 4213
- Phase 2/Phase 364
Top conditions
- Lung Cancer415
- Asthma193
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer182
- Non Small Cell Lung Cancer178
- Non-small Cell Lung Cancer157
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea142
- COPD133
- Breast Cancer111
- Pulmonary Hypertension104
- COVID-1988
- Colorectal Cancer88
- NSCLC87
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease85
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)78
- Cystic Fibrosis77
- Interstitial Lung Disease75
- Ovarian Cancer71
- Pneumonia69
Leading sponsors
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris73
- AstraZeneca65
- Mayo Clinic52
- M.D. Anderson Cancer Center45
- National Cancer Institute (NCI)42
- VA Office of Research and Development40
- Shanghai Chest Hospital35
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center33
- University Health Network, Toronto33
- GlaxoSmithKline30
Where studies are running
- California383
- Alabama175
- Arizona154
- Florida121
- Massachusetts120
- Maryland114
- New York111
- Texas87
- Pennsylvania81
- Illinois73
Recruiting studies6,347 total
- NCT07301762Enrolling by invitation
Manual lymphatic drainage device for sleep apnea patients
This trial tests if a nightly automated manual lymphatic drainage device called Neuroglide can improve how the brain clears waste (glymphatic function) in people with obstructive sleep apnea. You may qualify if you are 50 or older, have sleep apnea, and regularly use CPAP.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 50 years+ - NCT07302295Recruiting
How COVID-19 affected suicidal behavior in kids
This study looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic affected suicidal behavior in children and teens. Researchers want to compare episodes that happened during the pandemic (2020-2022) with those just before (2018-2019) to understand if there was a change.
BronAges 8–18 - NCT07298005RecruitingPhase 2
A study of Sonlicromanol for post-COVID patients
This trial tests a medicine called Sonlicromanol to see if it helps people with lingering symptoms after a mild case of COVID-19. It is for people who have post-exertional malaise (feeling very tired or worse after activity) and a moderate level of disability.
Amsterdam, North HollandAges 18–65 - NCT07305168Recruiting
Breathing after tonsil surgery in children with sleep apnea
This study looks at breathing problems that can happen after tonsil or adenoid surgery in children who have sleep apnea. Researchers want to learn more so they can make surgery safer for kids.
Edegem, AntwerpAges 1–18 - NCT07301060Recruiting
Smartphone app and sensor study for teens with asthma
This study tests if using a special sensor with your inhaler and a smartphone app can help teens with asthma feel better. If you have daily asthma symptoms or use your rescue inhaler often, this study might be for you.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 13–17 - NCT07297303Recruiting
Lung health study after stem cell transplant
This study follows lung health after a stem cell transplant from a donor, to understand and manage chronic graft-versus-host disease (a condition where donor cells attack the body). It may help people who are about to have their first donor transplant.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07304479Recruiting
Comparing two anesthetics for robotic surgery
This trial compares two types of anesthesia (sevoflurane and desflurane) during robotic abdominal surgery. It aims to find which one may be safer and better for your lungs.
AthensAges 18–87 - NCT07305207RecruitingPhase 1
Influenza H3N2 infection study for pandemic preparedness
This study gives healthy adults a controlled dose of influenza H3N2 virus to learn how the body responds. The goal is to build a model that can help develop better vaccines and treatments for future flu pandemics.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18–45 - NCT07298889Recruiting
Higher pressure support for pneumonia or ARDS patients
This trial tests whether using a higher level of pressure support (called PEEP) during noninvasive mask breathing can help people with pneumonia or ARDS (a serious lung condition) recover. It might be a good option if you need help breathing with a mask and meet the oxygen level requirements.
ChongqingAges 18 years+ - NCT07297966RecruitingPhase 2
Probiotics for recurrent respiratory infections in children
This trial tests if a daily probiotic can help young children who get frequent respiratory infections like colds and coughs. It aims to see if the probiotic reduces how often infections happen.
Xingyi, GuangdongAges 1 day–6 years - NCT07301411Recruiting
Freezing lung tumors guided by a breathing tube camera
This study tests a new way to freeze and destroy small lung tumors using a thin tube with a camera (bronchoscope) to guide the freezing probe. It is for people with early-stage lung cancer or limited lung metastases who cannot or prefer not to have surgery or radiation.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT07303699RecruitingPhase 2
Atorvastatin with TB meds: a drug study for TB patients
This study tests if adding the cholesterol drug atorvastatin to standard TB treatment can help clear the infection faster. It looks at how the body processes the drugs and how well they work together.
Zaria, Kaduna StateAges 12 years+ - NCT07301983Enrolling by invitation
Testing a faster way to check lymph nodes in lung cancer surgery
This trial compares a new, quick test called OSNA to the standard method for checking lymph nodes in people with early-stage lung cancer who are having robotic surgery. The goal is to see if the new test works as well or better.
Pisa, PisaAges 18 years+ - NCT07304739RecruitingPhase 2
Furmonertinib plus radiation and chemo for EGFR lung cancer with brain spread
This trial tests a combination of a targeted pill (furmonertinib), chemotherapy into the spinal fluid, and precise radiation for people with a specific type of lung cancer (EGFR-mutant adenocarcinoma) that has spread to both the brain and the lining around the brain. The goal is to see if this combination can better control the cancer and improve symptoms.
Cangzhou, HebeiAges 18–75 - NCT07297901Enrolling by invitation
Breathing app study for migraine relief
This trial tests a smartphone-based breathing program to help reduce migraines. It uses heart rate data to guide breathing exercises tailored to you.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07303621Recruiting
Study of Trikafta in children with cystic fibrosis
This study looks at how the drug Trikafta (also called Kaftrio) works in children aged 2 to 17 with cystic fibrosis. The goal is to learn how the body processes the medicine so doctors can find the best dose.
BronAges 2–17 - NCT07299695RecruitingPhase 3
IVIG for sudden worsening of IPF
This trial tests whether giving a medication called intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) can help people with IPF who are hospitalized for a sudden worsening of their lung condition. The treatment aims to reduce inflammation and improve recovery.
PátraiAges 18 years+ - NCT07297823Recruiting
How cold affects fat burning in men and women
This study looks at how your body's ability to burn fat during exercise changes when you are exposed to cold, and whether men and women respond differently. You will do two exercise tests in a cold room, and researchers will measure your fat burning.
Fort Collins, ColoradoAges 18–40 - NCT07299227Recruiting
Study on heart and lung effects of BPA in CTEPH
This study uses special heart scans (CMR with 4D flow) to see how a procedure called BPA affects blood flow in the heart and lungs for people with a rare type of high blood pressure in the lungs (CTEPH). It may help doctors understand how well BPA works beyond just symptoms.
Bad Nauheim, HesseAges 18–99 - NCT07301151Recruiting
Quit smoking study for Black adults in Minnesota
This study tests a smartphone app to help Black adults in Minnesota who smoke quit smoking. You'll use the app to track your progress and get reminders.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 21 years+ - NCT07302685Recruiting
Taiwan Sleep Apnea Study
This study is looking at people who are sent by their doctor to the sleep center at China Medical University Hospital. It uses an overnight sleep test to learn more about sleep problems in Taiwan.
Taichung, TaiwanAges birth+ - NCT07300696Recruiting
MRI to track lung disease changes in ILD
This study uses MRI scans to monitor how lung scarring changes over time in people with certain types of interstitial lung disease (ILD), like idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). The goal is to see if MRI can be a helpful tool for tracking the disease without needing as many CT scans.
HeidelbergAges 18 years+ - NCT07302425Recruiting
Strength training after a COPD flare-up
This study tests whether doing high-intensity strength training (like lifting weights) helps people recover faster after a serious COPD flare-up that required a hospital stay. It's for people who are stable enough to walk and don't have other major health issues.
Lumezzane, BresciaAges 18 years+ - NCT07301892Recruiting
AI help for rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis
This trial tests whether artificial intelligence (AI) can improve how doctors spot complications in people newly diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a condition that causes joint pain and swelling. The goal is to see if AI can make diagnosis faster and more accurate in real-world hospital settings.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age
Common questions
- How many lungs & breathing clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 6,347 recruiting pulmonology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 9,965 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Lungs & breathing” cover here?
- Asthma, COPD, and other conditions that affect the lungs and breathing. We group each study into lungs & breathing based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a lungs & breathing trial near me?
- Use the search to filter lungs & breathing studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
Other specialties
- Cancer
- Brain & nervous system
- Heart & circulation
- Hormones & metabolism
- Mental health
- Digestive system
- Immune system & allergy
- Women’s health & pregnancy
- Skin
- Blood & lymphatic
- Kidney & urinary
- Infections
- Genetic & congenital
- Bones, joints & muscles
- Pain
- Injuries & trauma
- Mouth & dental
- Eyes & vision
- Ear, nose & throat
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.