There are currently 933 clinical trials in Durham, North Carolina looking for participants to engage in research studies. Trials are conducted at various facilities, including Duke University Medical Center, Duke University, Duke Comprehensive Cancer Center and Duke University Health System. Whether you're a healthy volunteer looking to participate in paid medical research or seeking trials related to a specific condition, the city provides a diverse range of opportunities near you.
A Study of an MMSET Inhibitor in Patients With Relapsed and Refractory Multiple Myeloma
Recruiting
A Phase I study to evaluate the safety of a novel, orally available, selective, and potent small molecule inhibitor of the histone lysine methyl transferase MMSET (also known as NSD2/WHSC1) to prevent the dimethylation of H3K36 in adult patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM).
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
07/07/2025
Locations: Duke University Hospital, Durham, North Carolina
Conditions: Multiple Myeloma, Myeloma, Myeloma Multiple
Ivosidenib in Participants With Locally Advanced or Metastatic Conventional Chondrosarcoma Untreated or Previously Treated With 1 Systemic Treatment Regimen
Recruiting
Study CL3-95031-007 (CHONQUER) is a Phase 3, international, multicenter, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study of orally administered ivosidenib. Participants are required to have a histopathological diagnosis consistent with isocitrate dehydrogenase-1 (IDH1) gene-mutated, locally advanced or metastatic conventional chondrosarcoma Grades 1, 2, or 3 and not eligible for curative resection. IDH1 mutant status will be determined during pre-screening/screening phase. Participant must ha... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
07/07/2025
Locations: Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
Conditions: Locally Advanced or Metastatic Conventional Chondrosarcoma With an IDH1 Mutation, Untreated or Previously Treated With 1 Systemic Treatment Regimen
Surgery Versus Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy for Stage I Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Recruiting
The development of stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) for the treatment of stage I non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) has inspired a close partnership between thoracic surgery and radiation oncology. In this study, patients with stage I NSCLC will be screened prior to treatment and will be consented after their treatment plan has been determined. Prospectively collected patient-reported outcomes (PROs) will be collected for 3 years or for the duration of the study (whichever is shorter),... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
07/03/2025
Locations: Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
Conditions: Non Small Cell Lung Cancer, Non-small Cell Lung Cancer
ALTERRA Post-Approval Study
Recruiting
This study will monitor device performance and outcomes in subjects undergoing implantation of the Edwards SAPIEN 3 Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve System with Alterra Adaptive Prestent in the post-approval setting
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
All
Trial Updated:
07/03/2025
Locations: Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
Conditions: Pulmonary Valve Insufficiency, Complex Congenital Heart Defect, Tetralogy of Fallot, Pulmonary Regurgitation, RVOT Anomaly
Guanfacine for Hyperactivity in Children With Down Syndrome (HYPEbeGONE_DS)
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to determine efficacy of guanfacine immediate release (GIR) for the treatment of hyperactivity/impulsivity and inattention in children 6-12 years of age with Down syndrome (DS) after 8 weeks of treatment.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 6 years and 12 years
Trial Updated:
07/03/2025
Locations: Duke University Hospital, Durham, North Carolina
Conditions: Hyperactivity in Children With Down Syndrome, Impulsivity in Children With Down Syndrome
A Study Evaluating the Efficacy and Safety of Pegozafermin in Participants With MASH and Fibrosis (ENLIGHTEN-Fibrosis)
Recruiting
The study will assess the efficacy and safety of 2 dose regimens of pegozafermin for the treatment of liver fibrosis stage 2 or 3 in adult participants with MASH (previously known as nonalcoholic steatohepatitis \[NASH\]).
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 80 years
Trial Updated:
07/03/2025
Locations: 89bio Clinical Study Site, Durham, North Carolina
Conditions: Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASH) / Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) With Fibrosis
Prospective Multicenter Research on Donor and Recipient Management Strategies to Improve Lung Transplant Outcomes
Recruiting
This project aims to collect detailed clinical data, blood samples, and patient-reported outcomes from 2,600 lung transplant candidates, donors, and recipients at Lung Transplant Centers. The goal is to create a robust resource for various research objectives, including studying the impact of variations in donor and medical practices on clinical outcomes. The project also seeks to identify serum biomarkers associated with or predictive of specific post-transplant complications and conditions.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
07/03/2025
Locations: Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina
Conditions: Lung Transplant; Complications, Lung Transplant; Infection or Inflammation, Lung Transplant Rejection, Lung Transplant Failure
Coping Skills Training for Symptom Management and Daily Steps (Step Up)
Recruiting
The aim of this study is to test the efficacy of a hybrid in-person and mHealth coping skills training and activity coaching intervention (Step Up), to enable HCT patients to effectively cope with symptoms (pain, fatigue, and stress) to improve their ability to engage in physical activity that can improve physical disability.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 99 years
Trial Updated:
07/03/2025
Locations: Duke Cancer Institute, Durham, North Carolina
Conditions: Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant, CAR-T Cell Therapy
The Effect of Non-invasive Brain Stimulation rTMS on Hand Muscles in Chronic Stroke Patients.
Recruiting
The study is about using a brain stimulation technique called rTMS (Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) to help improve hand muscles in people who had a stroke. Researchers want to understand how this device can help stroke patients use their hands better.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
21 years and above
Trial Updated:
07/03/2025
Locations: Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina
Conditions: Stroke, Stroke Patients, Arm Weakness as a Consequence of Stroke, Brain Stimulation, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Repetitive, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Motor Learning, Chronic Stroke Patients, Chronic Stroke Survivors
Functional Assessment in Liver Transplantation
Recruiting
This will be a prospective cohort study of patients with liver disease. Subjects will undergo geriatric assessments of frailty, functional status, and disability using functional status measures at baseline and at every clinic visit in the pre-transplant setting. Subjects will also answer questions regarding quality of life, personality, and/or cognitive function. Subjects will again undergo assessments at every clinic visit through 12 months after transplant. Then, they will be followed annuall... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
07/02/2025
Locations: Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina
Conditions: End Stage Liver Disease
GWICTIC: NAC Mechanistic Study in Gulf War Veterans
Recruiting
This mechanistic study will test if NAC affects chronic oxidative stress and depletion of antioxidants in GWI participants. Blood specimen collection and neuroimaging will be used to determine whether NAC affects serum glutathione (GSH) concentration and oxidative stress in the CNS when compared to placebo.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 47 years and 70 years
Trial Updated:
07/02/2025
Locations: RTI International, Durham, North Carolina
Conditions: Gulf War Syndrome
Targeted Reversal of Inflammation in Pediatric Sepsis-induced MODS
Recruiting
The TRIPS study is a prospective, multi-center, double-blind, adaptively randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial of the drug anakinra for reversal of moderate to severe hyperinflammation in children with sepsis-induced multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS).
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 1 day and 17 years
Trial Updated:
07/02/2025
Locations: Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
Conditions: Pediatric Sepsis-induced Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome (MODS)