Pulmonology
Lungs & breathing clinical trials
Asthma, COPD, and other conditions that affect the lungs and breathing. We’re tracking 6,348 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable4,048
- Phase 2836
- Phase 1458
- Phase 3420
- Phase 1/Phase 2310
- Phase 4212
- Phase 2/Phase 364
Top conditions
- Lung Cancer415
- Asthma193
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer183
- Non Small Cell Lung Cancer178
- Non-small Cell Lung Cancer157
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea142
- COPD133
- Breast Cancer111
- Pulmonary Hypertension104
- Colorectal Cancer89
- COVID-1988
- NSCLC87
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease86
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)77
- 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 Center34
- University Health Network, Toronto33
- GlaxoSmithKline30
Where studies are running
- California384
- Alabama176
- Arizona154
- Florida121
- Massachusetts120
- Maryland114
- New York113
- Texas87
- Pennsylvania81
- Illinois73
Recruiting studies6,348 total
- NCT07626736Recruiting
AI Planning Tools for Lung Cancer Team Care
This trial tests whether artificial intelligence can help doctors plan better treatment for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). A team of specialists will use AI tools alongside their usual approach to see if it improves care and safety.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07626177Recruiting
Lung Cancer Screening Behaviors and Outcomes Study
This study looks at how lung cancer screening practices relate to the types and stages of lung cancer patients develop. Researchers want to understand whether earlier detection through screening changes what kinds of lung cancer people get, which could help improve screening strategies in the future.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT07629375Recruiting
Creating Research Models From Your Lung Cancer Tissue
This study collects lung cancer tissue samples from patients undergoing surgery to create laboratory models that help researchers test new treatments. Your participation helps advance personalized cancer medicine for future patients.
Rome, RomeAges 18 years+ - NCT07626073Enrolling by invitation
Respiratory Pathogen Testing Methods in ICU Pneumonia
This study compares three different laboratory tests to identify the bacteria or viruses causing pneumonia in ICU patients. The goal is to see which test method helps doctors choose the right antibiotics faster and improves patient outcomes.
TaichungAges 18 years+ - NCT07625956Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Nicotine Pouches as a Smoking Substitute Study
This study tests whether nicotine pouches (small pouches you place in your mouth) can help smokers quit or reduce combustible cigarettes. You'll use the pouches as a substitute and attend visits in Charleston, SC to see if this approach works better with new support strategies.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 21 years+ - NCT07623473Recruiting
Blood test to help identify lung nodules as cancer or benign
This study tests whether a simple blood test can accurately identify whether a lung nodule (small spot) found on imaging is cancer or harmless. If it works, it could help doctors avoid unnecessary procedures and speed up diagnosis.
Gentofte MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT07620691Recruiting
N95 Masks for Lung Health While Golfing During Wildfire Season
This study tests whether wearing N95 masks while golfing during wildfire season protects your lungs from smoke. If you golf regularly and live in an area with wildfire smoke, this trial may help you understand how to stay safe while enjoying the sport.
Saskatoon, SK - SaskatchewanAges 18 years+ - NCT07627763Recruiting
Understanding COPD patterns and how your lungs change over time
This study follows people with stable COPD to learn how the disease progresses and affects different patients in different ways. Researchers will track your lung function and symptoms over time to better understand COPD and improve treatment.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT06697886RecruitingPhase 3
Antiwei Granules for Common Cold
This trial tests Antiwei Granules for treating the common cold. It looks for adults aged 18 to 65 who started having cold symptoms within the past 48 hours and have a mild fever.
BeijingAges 18–65 - NCT04890938Recruiting
Sputum-guided care to help manage COPD flare-ups
This trial tests a COPD care plan guided by what’s found in your mucus (sputum), along with comprehensive case management. It aims to reduce COPD flare-ups and improve day-to-day health for people with a history of frequent exacerbations.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 40 years+ - NCT06698965RecruitingPhase 2
Study of trilaciclib, envafolimab, etoposide, and carboplatin for extensive-stage small cell lung cancer
This trial tests a combination of four drugs as a first treatment for people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and effective. It may be an option for those who have not had prior treatment for advanced disease.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT05730088Recruiting
Helping COPD patients avoid hospital visits with home nursing support
This trial tests whether adding several nursing check-ins and coaching (using home oxygen and regular contact) can help people with severe COPD avoid going back to the hospital. It uses phone or internet tools to support care at home.
KonyaAges 18 years+ - NCT06678191Recruiting
Triple combo inhaler study for uncontrolled asthma
This study tests a fixed triple combination inhaler (Trimbow) for people whose asthma is not well controlled with their current treatment. It looks at how well this inhaler works in everyday life over time.
BékéscsabaAges 18 years+ - NCT06702228Recruiting
Precision care for pulmonary fibrosis in Ireland
This trial is for people with scarring lung disease (pulmonary fibrosis) in Ireland. It aims to better understand and care for the condition, especially in families. The study will look at medical data and may help improve diagnosis and treatment.
DublinAges 18–85 - NCT05121779RecruitingPhase 1
PET-CT scan compares two tests for lung scarring
This early (Phase 1) study compares two types of PET-CT scans to see how well they detect and measure lung scarring (pulmonary fibrosis). It may help doctors choose the best scan test for diagnosis in the future.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT05268523Recruiting
Online self-management program for long COVID symptoms
This trial tests an online self-management program to help people cope with long COVID symptoms in everyday life. It may help if you’re struggling with ongoing symptoms like mood changes, memory/thinking issues, or physical problems after COVID.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT05308537Recruiting
Mindful compassion program for nurses feeling emotionally exhausted
This study tests whether a mindful compassion training program can reduce psychological distress in nurses who feel emotionally drained. It targets nurses working on COVID-19 hospital units and compares the program to a wait-and-see group.
Verona, ItaliaAges 25–65 - NCT06702826RecruitingPhase 2
Cadonilimab plus radiation for lung cancer brain mets
This trial tests a combination of a targeted immunotherapy drug (cadonilimab) with a precise type of radiation to treat brain tumors that have grown after initial lung cancer treatment. The goal is to see if this approach can safely shrink brain metastases and improve outcomes.
Changsha, HunanAges 18–75 - NCT06526923RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing SP-101 gene therapy for cystic fibrosis
This trial tests a new gene therapy called SP-101 for cystic fibrosis. It aims to see if SP-101 is safe and effective for improving lung function.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18–65 - NCT06476171Recruiting
Blood test study for heart surgery patients
This study looks at blood test results from people having heart surgery with a heart-lung machine. It will help doctors understand and improve the use of these tests.
MoscowAges 18–80 - NCT06648317Recruiting
New PET scan for lung tumors using a Nectin-4 probe
This trial is testing a new radioactive imaging agent that targets a protein called Nectin-4, which is often found on lung tumors. The scan will help doctors see if the tumor is visible and how it spreads, which may guide better treatment decisions for lung cancer patients.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06702735Recruiting
The Rainbow Study: learning to sense asthma symptoms
This study helps children with asthma who have trouble sensing when their airways are tightening. It tests whether getting feedback on their symptom scores improves their ability to notice changes in their breathing.
Enschede, OverijsselAges 7–15 - NCT07614555Recruiting
Breathing methods during back surgery recovery
This study compares two ways doctors control your breathing during lumbar disc herniation (slipped disc) surgery. Researchers want to see which method keeps your lungs healthier during the operation.
AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT06702813Recruiting
High-frequency vibration breathing treatment for ICU patients
This trial tests a device called MetaNeb that delivers high-frequency vibrations to help clear mucus and open collapsed air sacs in the lungs. It is designed for patients in the ICU who are awake, alert, and have trouble breathing or need extra oxygen.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 1.5 years–80 years
Common questions
- How many lungs & breathing clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 6,348 recruiting pulmonology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 9,933 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.
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- Blood & lymphatic
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- 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.