Iowa is currently home to 815 active clinical trials, seeking participants for engagement in research studies. These trials take place at a variety of cities in the state, including Iowa City, Des Moines, Sioux City and West Des Moines. 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.
Edwards PASCAL Transcatheter Valve Repair System Pivotal Clinical Trial
Recruiting
To establish the safety and effectiveness of the Edwards PASCAL Transcatheter Repair System in patients with symptomatic severe tricuspid regurgitation who have been determined to be at an intermediate or greater estimated risk of mortality with tricuspid valve surgery by the cardiac surgeon with concurrence by the local Heart Team
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
07/31/2025
Locations: University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa
Conditions: Tricuspid Regurgitation, Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency, Tricuspid Valve Disease
A Study to Evaluate Del-brax (Also Referred to as AOC 1020) in Participants With FSHD
Recruiting
A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Phase 3 Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Intravenous AOC 1020 for the Treatment of Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD)
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 16 years and 70 years
Trial Updated:
07/30/2025
Locations: University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
Conditions: Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy, FSHD, FSHD - Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy, FSHD1, FSHD2, Fascioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy, Fascioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy Type 1, Fascioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy Type 2, Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy 1, Facioscapulohumeral Dystrophy, Facio-Scapulo-Humeral Dystrophy, Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy 2, Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy Type 1 (FSHD1), FSH Muscular Dystrophy, Landouzy Dejerine Dystrophy, Landouzy-Dejerine Muscular Dystrophy, Landouzy-Dejerine Syndrome
Early Angiotensin II in the Emergency Department
Recruiting
This pilot study will enroll 20 patients with septic shock and require emergent vasopressor support in the emergency department (ED). The primary objective of the study is to determine the feasibility of early peripheral administration of angiotensin II for treatment of septic shock in the ED
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 99 years
Trial Updated:
07/30/2025
Locations: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa
Conditions: Septic Shock
Streamlined Treatment of Pulmonary Exacerbations in Pediatrics
Recruiting
The STOP PEDS RCT is a multicenter, parallel, open label randomized controlled trial evaluating the long-term (one year) and short-term safety and efficacy of two antibiotic treatment strategies for the management of outpatient pulmonary exacerbations (PEx) in the pediatric CF population.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 3 years and 18 years
Trial Updated:
07/30/2025
Locations: University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
Conditions: Cystic Fibrosis
A Study of Remternetug (LY3372993) in Early Alzheimer's Disease (TRAILRUNNER-ALZ 3)
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to measure the difference in time to developing or worsening memory, thinking, or functional problems due to Alzheimer's disease occurring in participants receiving study drug compared to placebo. Participation could last up to 255 weeks including screening, a double-blind treatment period, and a double-blind observation period. In addition, eligible participants who receive placebo during the double-blind treatment period may choose to extend their study participat... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 55 years and 80 years
Trial Updated:
07/30/2025
Locations: Cedar Valley Medical Specialists, Waterloo, Iowa
Conditions: Alzheimer's Disease
A Randomized, Phase 2/3 Study to Investigate the Efficacy and Safety of RP2 in Combination With Nivolumab in Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor-Naïve Adult Patients With Metastatic Uveal Melanoma
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to measure the clinical benefits of the combination of RP2 and nivolumab as compared with the combination of nivolumab and ipilimumab in patients with metastatic uveal melanoma who have not been treated with immune checkpoint inhibitor therapy.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
All
Trial Updated:
07/30/2025
Locations: University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
Conditions: Metastatic Uveal Melanoma
Small Cell Lung Cancer Community Engagement to Eliminate Research Discepancies
Recruiting
This study will evaluate if a direct-to-patient, de-centralized, remote approach will improve clinical research outreach and engagement for patients with SCLC, in the context of a bio-specimen collection study. The study will also assess self-reported preferences and needs of patients with SCLC, regarding choosing and accessing novel therapies in research or standard clinical care settings and supportive gaps in this area, through an initial and 3 month follow up survey.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
07/30/2025
Locations: Https://Alcmi.Org/Clinical-Trials/Current-Studies/Succeed-Study.Html, Multiple Locations, Iowa
Conditions: Small-cell Lung Cancer
Patient-Directed Antimicrobial Duration in Acute Uncomplicated Pyelonephritis
Recruiting
This pilot study will randomize 40 female patients with acute uncomplicated pyelonephritis to receive standard duration of therapy versus patient-directed antimicrobial duration (PDAD). The primary objectives of this pilot trial are to determine the feasibility and safety of conducting a full-scale multi-center randomized controlled trial.
Gender:
FEMALE
Ages:
Between 18 years and 55 years
Trial Updated:
07/30/2025
Locations: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa
Conditions: Pyelonephritis Acute
QUILT-3.055: A Study of Combination Immunotherapies in Patients Who Have Previously Received Treatment With Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
Recruiting
This Phase 2b, multicohort, open-label clinical trial (QUILT-3.055) evaluates combination immunotherapies in patients with various advanced solid tumors who have progressed following prior PD-1/PD-L1 checkpoint inhibitor therapy. The trial includes six cohorts: Cohorts 1-4: Patients who progressed after an initial response (PR or CR) to prior PD-1/PD-L1 therapy, receiving combination therapy with N-803 and a PD-1/PD-L1 checkpoint inhibitor. (Closed to enrollment) Cohort 5: Patients who progres... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
07/30/2025
Locations: University of Iowa Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center, Iowa City, Iowa
Conditions: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer, Urothelial Carcinoma, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Melanoma, Renal Cell Carcinoma, Gastric Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Hepatocellular Carcinoma, Microsatellite Instability, Mismatch Repair Deficiency, Colorectal Cancer
A Trial Evaluating BJT-778 vs Delayed Treatment for the Treatment of Chronic Hepatitis Delta Infection
Recruiting
This is a Phase 2b/3 study designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of chronic treatment with brelovitug (a.k.a BJT-778; BTG) for chronic hepatitis delta virus (HDV) infection. The comparator in this study will be 24-weeks of delayed treatment. During the 24-weeks of delayed treatment, participants will complete the same visits and assessments as those randomized to initiate brelovitug immediately. At the completion of 24-week delayed treatment period, all participants will start treatment w... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
07/29/2025
Locations: Lowa, Cities in Iowa, Iowa
Conditions: Chronic Hepatitis D Infection
A Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability, Drug Levels, and Preliminary Efficacy of BMS-986507 Combinations in Adult Participants With Advanced Solid Tumors
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety, tolerability, drug levels, and preliminary efficacy of BMS-986507 combinations in adult participants with advanced solid tumors.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
07/29/2025
Locations: Local Institution - 0065, Iowa City, Iowa
Conditions: Lung Cancer
A Global Study of Volrustomig (MEDI5752) for Participants With Unresected Locally Advanced Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma Following Definitive Concurrent Chemoradiotherapy
Recruiting
The main purpose of this study is to assess the efficacy and safety of volrustomig compared to observation in participants with unresected locally advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (LA-HNSCC) who have not progressed after receiving definitive concurrent chemoradiotherapy (cCRT).
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 130 years
Trial Updated:
07/29/2025
Locations: Research Site, Des Moines, Iowa
Conditions: Locally Advanced Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma