Clinical Trials in Iowa

Iowa is home to a significant concentration of clinical research activity, with academic medical centers, community hospitals, and specialized research clinics serving as active trial sites across a broad range of medical conditions. The studies listed here have at least one enrolled site in Iowa and represent Phase 1 through Phase 4 research sponsored by NIH, pharmaceutical companies, device manufacturers, and independent investigators.

Right now ClinicalMetric tracks 118 actively recruiting studies with Iowa sites out of 118 registered in total. The busiest research areas in Iowa are Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Breast Cancer, COPD. Leading sponsors running trials in the state include SWOG Cancer Research Network, National Cancer Institute (NCI), Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology. By stage, Iowa trials break down as Phase 1 (17), Phase 2 (30), Phase 3 (44), Phase 4 (3).

All trial data is sourced directly from ClinicalTrials.gov and updated daily. Recruiting status, eligibility criteria, enrollment targets, and contact information are included for each study. Patients and caregivers should review the full eligibility criteria on each trial listing — or consult their treating physician — before contacting a study site.

Total Trials

118

Recruiting Now

118

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Top Conditions in Iowa

Acute Myeloid Leukemia (4)Breast Cancer (3)COPD (2)SLE (Systemic Lupus) (2)Metastatic Gastric Adenocarcinoma (2)Colorectal Cancer (2)Peripheral Arterial Disease (2)Intracranial Meningioma (2)Macular Degeneration (2)Stage III Pancreatic Cancer AJCC v8 (2)Stage IV Pancreatic Cancer AJCC v8 (2)Lung Cancer (2)

Frequently Asked Questions — Clinical Trials in Iowa

How many clinical trials are currently recruiting in Iowa?

ClinicalMetric currently tracks 118 actively recruiting clinical trials with at least one location in Iowa. The total number of registered studies—including active but not currently enrolling trials—is 118. Trial availability is updated daily from ClinicalTrials.gov, and new studies open enrollment regularly throughout the year.

What types of clinical trials are available in Iowa?

Iowa hosts clinical trials across a broad range of medical conditions, including Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Breast Cancer, COPD, and many others. Trials range from Phase 1 early-safety studies to Phase 4 post-approval surveillance, as well as observational and behavioral research. Academic medical centers, community hospitals, and specialized research clinics throughout Iowa serve as trial sites for studies sponsored by NIH, pharmaceutical companies, and independent investigators.

How do I join a clinical trial near me in Iowa?

To join a clinical trial in Iowa, browse the recruiting studies listed on this page, review the eligibility criteria for each trial, and contact the study site directly. Your primary care physician or specialist can also refer you to clinical trials relevant to your diagnosis. Many academic medical centers in Iowa maintain dedicated clinical trials offices that can match you with appropriate studies based on your medical profile and diagnosis.

Clinical Trials in Iowa

Frequently Asked Questions — Clinical Trials in Iowa

Recruiting Trials in Iowa