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sickle cell disease

Total Trials
22
Recruiting Now
22
Trial Phases
Phase 1, Phase 3, Phase 2

ClinicalMetric tracks all active clinical trials for sickle cell disease sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Each listing includes the NCT identifier, current recruitment status, phase, primary endpoints, sponsor, estimated enrollment, and participating countries — updated daily as new studies open and status changes.

  • Recruiting trials currently enrolling participants, with eligibility criteria and age requirements
  • Phase 1–4 studies from early safety trials to post-marketing surveillance
  • NIH, pharmaceutical sponsor, and academic medical center studies worldwide
  • AI-powered plain-language summary available for every trial listing

Frequently Asked Questions — sickle cell disease Clinical Trials

How many clinical trials are currently recruiting for sickle cell disease?
ClinicalMetric currently tracks 22 actively recruiting clinical trials for sickle cell disease, sourced in real time from ClinicalTrials.gov. The total number of registered studies—including those not yet enrolling or in active follow-up—is 22. Trial availability changes daily as new studies open enrollment and existing ones reach capacity.
What trial phases are available for sickle cell disease?
sickle cell disease research spans Phase 1 (3 trials), Phase 2 (3 trials), Phase 3 (2 trials). Phase 1 studies evaluate safety and dosing in small groups, Phase 2 studies assess preliminary efficacy in 100–300 participants, and Phase 3 trials compare the new treatment against the standard of care in 300–3,000+ patients. Phase 4 post-approval studies monitor long-term outcomes in real-world populations.
How do I find out if I qualify for a sickle cell disease clinical trial?
Eligibility criteria for sickle cell disease trials vary by study and typically specify age range, disease stage or severity, prior treatment history, and specific diagnostic or laboratory parameters. Each listing on ClinicalMetric links to the full protocol on ClinicalTrials.gov, where inclusion and exclusion criteria are documented. Contact the sponsoring site's research coordinator directly to confirm your eligibility—your treating physician or specialist can also help identify the most appropriate trial based on your medical history and current treatment status.
Trial Phases
Phase 1
3
Phase 2
3
Phase 3
2
Top Sponsors
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 3 trials
Cairo University 1 trial
Duke University 1 trial
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center 1 trial
EpiDestiny, Inc. 1 trial

Recruiting Clinical Trials

NCT06757829
Recruiting

Pulmonary Functions in Sickle Cell Disease: Response to Acu-TENS

Enrollment
40 pts
Location
Egypt
Sponsor
Cairo University
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NCT07442851
Recruiting

SickleFit Exercise and Nutrition Study

Enrollment
40 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
Duke University
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NCT02824471
Recruiting

Sickle Cell Disease Biofluid Chip Technology (SCD BioChip)

Enrollment
100 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
University Hospitals Cleveland...
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NCT04055818 Phase 1
Recruiting

A Study of Nicotinamide With Oral Tetrahydrouridine and Decitabine to Treat High Risk Sickle Cell Disease

Enrollment
20 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
EpiDestiny, Inc.
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NCT06647979 Phase 1
Recruiting

Hematopoietic Stem Cell BCL11A Enhancer Gene Editing for Severe β-Hemoglobinopathies

Enrollment
10 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
Daniel Bauer
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NCT07247188 Phase 3
Recruiting

Study of a Single Dose of a 21-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine in Children and Adolescents With Sickle Cell Disease

Enrollment
100 pts
Location
United States, Domin...
Sponsor
Sanofi
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NCT07090668
Recruiting

Trans-auricular Nerve Stimulation as an Innovative Approach to the Treatment of Pain in Pediatric Patients Suffering From Sickle Cell Disease

Enrollment
20 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
Emory University
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NCT05748717
Recruiting

Arterial Function Parameters and Transcranial Doppler Velocity in Paediatric Patients With Sickle Cell Disease

Enrollment
34 pts
Location
Jamaica
Sponsor
The University of The West Ind...
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NCT05736419 Phase 2
Recruiting

A Study of Immune Suppression Treatment for People With Sickle Cell Disease or β-Thalassemia Who Are Going to Receive an Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation (HCT)

Enrollment
24 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cance...
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NCT06184126
Recruiting

Virtual Reality Devices as an Adjunct to Usual Care for Patients With Sickle Cell Disease Experiencing Vaso-Occlusive Crises

Enrollment
30 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
University of Maryland, Baltim...
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NCT06689800
Recruiting

Let's Get REAL: Family Health Communication Tool in Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Therapy

Enrollment
60 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
Washington University School o...
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NCT05810181
Recruiting

Gene Therapy Communication: Use of a Needs Assessment to Drive Decision-AIDS for Gene Therapy for Rare Diseases (GENETX)

Enrollment
145 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
St. Jude Children's Research H...
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NCT05285917 Phase 3
Recruiting

Promoting Utilization and Safety of Hydroxyurea Using Precision in Africa

Enrollment
400 pts
Location
Angola
Sponsor
Brown University
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NCT06367192
Recruiting

School Readiness Intervention for Preschool Children With Sickle Cell Disease

Enrollment
36 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
St. Jude Children's Research H...
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NCT06313398 EARLY_Phase 1
Recruiting

Determination of Red Cell Survival in Sickle Cell Disease and Other Hemoglobinopathies Using Biotin Labeling

Enrollment
100 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
National Heart, Lung, and Bloo...
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NCT06374238
Recruiting

Peer Support for Adolescents and Emerging Adults With Sickle Cell Pain

Enrollment
470 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
University of Pittsburgh
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NCT05383911
Recruiting

Empowering Adolescents and Young Adults With Sickle Cell Disease as Partners in Treatment Decision Making (EMPOWER-AYA)

Enrollment
68 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
Nemours Children's Clinic
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NCT03327428
Recruiting

Sickle-cell Disease Registry of the GPOH

Enrollment
1,000 pts
Location
Germany
Sponsor
University Hospital Heidelberg
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NCT07023666 Phase 2
Recruiting

Early Screening and Treatment of Heart Complication in Sickle Cell Disease

Enrollment
100 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
Inova Health Care Services
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NCT03353584
Recruiting

Effect of Virtual Reality Technology for Pain Management of Vaso-Occlusive Crisis in Patients With Sickle Cell Disease

Enrollment
76 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
St. Jude Children's Research H...
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NCT06853158
Recruiting

MULTIsite Feasibility of MUSIc Therapy to Address Quality Of Life in Sickle Cell Disease

Enrollment
90 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
University of California, Irvi...
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NCT07224360 Phase 2
Recruiting

Safety of Anumigilimab (CSL324) in Adults With Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)

Enrollment
63 pts
Location
United States
Sponsor
CSL Behring
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