Arkansas is currently home to 674 active clinical trials, seeking participants for engagement in research studies. These trials take place at a variety of cities in the state, including Little Rock, Jonesboro, Hot Springs and Fayetteville. Whether you're a healthy volunteer interested in paid medical research or someone seeking trials related to a specific condition, the state offers a diverse array of opportunities in your vicinity.
A Study of Dulaglutide (LY2189265) 3.0 mg and 4.5 mg in Pediatric Participants With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (AWARD-PEDS PLUS)
Recruiting
The main purpose of this study is to evaluate additional dosing options for dulaglutide in pediatric participants with Type 2 Diabetes. Participation in this study will last about 8 months.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 10 years and 17 years
Trial Updated:
07/22/2025
Locations: Arkansas Childrens Hospital, Little Rock, Arkansas
Conditions: Type 2 Diabetes
A Study of LY4100511 (DC-853) in Adult Participants With Moderate-to-Severe Plaque Psoriasis
Recruiting
The main purpose of this study is to assess the safety and efficacy of LY4100511 in adult participants with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 70 years
Trial Updated:
07/22/2025
Locations: Dermatology Trial Associates, Bryant, Arkansas
Conditions: Plaque Psoriasis
A Study of Eltrekibart and Mirikizumab in Adult Patients With Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis
Recruiting
The main purpose of this study is to determine the safety and efficacy of eltrekibart and mirikizumab in adult participants with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC).
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 75 years
Trial Updated:
07/22/2025
Locations: Applied Research Center of Arkansas, Little Rock, Arkansas
Conditions: Ulcerative Colitis, Ulcerative Colitis Chronic
A Study of Mevidalen (LY3154207) in Participants With Alzheimer's Disease
Recruiting
The main purpose of this study is to look at how safe the study drug (mevidalen) is and whether it works to alleviate symptoms when given to people with mild to moderate Alzheimer Disease (AD) dementia. This is done by looking at participants: thinking and memory (cognition), everyday activities and sleep, AD symptoms, physical activity, irritability or anxiety. The study is expected to last approximately 26 weeks and may include up to 14 visits.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 50 years and 80 years
Trial Updated:
07/22/2025
Locations: Baptist Health Center for Clinical Research, Little Rock, Arkansas
Conditions: Alzheimer Disease
A Study to Investigate the Effect of Lepodisiran on the Reduction of Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events in Adults With Elevated Lipoprotein(a) - ACCLAIM-Lp(a)
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of lepodisiran in reducing cardiovascular risk in participants with high lipoprotein(a) who have cardiovascular disease or are at risk of a heart attack or stroke. The study drug will be administered subcutaneously (SC) (under the skin). Approximately 1700 additional participants will be enrolled in an addendum to explore Lp(a) lowering with an alternative dosing schema.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
07/22/2025
Locations: Cardiology and Medicine Clinic, Little Rock, Arkansas
Conditions: Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD), Elevated Lp(a)
Behavioral Pharmacology of Cannabis in Older Adults
Recruiting
This study examines the effects of cannabis on mood, cognitive and psychomotor performance, balance and vital signs in older adults.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 55 years and 70 years
Trial Updated:
07/22/2025
Locations: University of Arkansas for Medical Science, Little Rock, Arkansas
Conditions: Health Services for the Aged
A Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics, and Preliminary Efficacy of RLS-0071 in Newborns With Moderate or Severe Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy Undergoing Therapeutic Hypothermia
Recruiting
Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) affects approximately 4,000 to 12,000 persons annually in the United States. Mortality from HIE has been reported up to 60%, with at least 25% of survivors left with significant neurocognitive disability. Despite this vital unmet medical need, no pharmacological adjunct or alternative therapy has proven beneficial in improving outcomes in neonatal HIE. RLS-0071 is a novel peptide being developed for the treatment of neonatal HIE. This study is designed to e... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
10 hours and below
Trial Updated:
07/22/2025
Locations: Study Site 016, Little Rock, Arkansas
Conditions: Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy
A Study of Imlunestrant Versus Standard Endocrine Therapy in Participants With Early Breast Cancer
Recruiting
The main purpose of this study is to measure how well imlunestrant works compared to standard hormone therapy in participants with early breast cancer that is estrogen receptor positive (ER+) and human epidermal receptor 2 negative (HER2-). Participants must have already taken endocrine therapy for two to five years and must have a higher-than-average risk for their cancer to return. Study participation could last up to 10 years.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
07/22/2025
Locations: Highlands Oncology Group, Springdale, Arkansas
Conditions: Breast Neoplasms
A Clinical Efficacy and Safety Study of OHB-607 in Preventing Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia in Extremely Premature Infants
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to determine if an investigational drug can prevent Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, reducing the burden of chronic lung disease in extremely premature infants, as compared to extremely premature infants receiving standard neonatal care alone.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 0 hours and 24 hours
Trial Updated:
07/22/2025
Locations: Arkansas Children's Hospital, Little Rock, Arkansas
Conditions: Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP), Intraventricular Hemorrhage, Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Chronic Lung Disease of Prematurity
A Longitudinal Observational Study of the Natural History and Management of Patients With HCC
Recruiting
TARGET-HCC is a longitudinal, observational study of patients being managed for HCC in usual clinical practice. TARGET-HCC will create a research registry of participants with HCC within academic and community real-world practices in order to assess the safety and effectiveness of the entire spectrum of current and future therapies across diverse populations.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
07/22/2025
Locations: University of Arkansas, Little Rock, Arkansas
Conditions: Hepatocellular Cancer
Long-Term Follow-Up of Patients Who Have Participated in Children's Oncology Group Studies
Recruiting
This clinical trial keeps track of and collects follow-up information from patients who are currently enrolled on or have participated in a Children's Oncology Group study. Developing a way to keep track of patients who have participated in Children's Oncology Group studies may allow doctors learn more about the long-term effects of cancer treatment and help them reduce problems related to treatment and improve patient quality of life.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
All
Trial Updated:
07/22/2025
Locations: Arkansas Children's Hospital, Little Rock, Arkansas
Conditions: Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Recipient, Leukemia, Solid Tumor
Safety, Pharmacokinetics, and Efficacy of AI-081, a Bispecific Antibody for PD-1 And VEGF in Advanced Solid Tumors
Recruiting
BIPAVE-001 is a Phase 1-2 study for evaluating the safety, pharmacokinetics (PK), and efficacy of AI-081 in solid tumors.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
07/21/2025
Locations: Highlands Oncology Group, Springdale, Arkansas
Conditions: Advanced Solid Tumor