Clinical Trials in Kentucky

Kentucky 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 Kentucky and represent Phase 1 through Phase 4 research sponsored by NIH, pharmaceutical companies, device manufacturers, and independent investigators.

Right now ClinicalMetric tracks 140 actively recruiting studies with Kentucky sites out of 140 registered in total. The busiest research areas in Kentucky are Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Ulcerative Colitis. Leading sponsors running trials in the state include University of Louisville, National Cancer Institute (NCI), Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC. By stage, Kentucky trials break down as Phase 1 (20), Phase 2 (36), Phase 3 (42), Phase 4 (5).

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

140

Recruiting Now

140

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Top Conditions in Kentucky

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (3)Colorectal Cancer (3)Ulcerative Colitis (3)Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) (2)Multiple Myeloma (2)Asthma (2)Head and Neck Cancer (2)Esophageal Cancer (2)Large B-cell Lymphoma (2)Cancer (2)NSCLC (2)Stroke (2)

Frequently Asked Questions — Clinical Trials in Kentucky

How many clinical trials are currently recruiting in Kentucky?

ClinicalMetric currently tracks 140 actively recruiting clinical trials with at least one location in Kentucky. The total number of registered studies—including active but not currently enrolling trials—is 140. 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 Kentucky?

Kentucky hosts clinical trials across a broad range of medical conditions, including Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Ulcerative Colitis, 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 Kentucky serve as trial sites for studies sponsored by NIH, pharmaceutical companies, and independent investigators.

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

To join a clinical trial in Kentucky, 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 Kentucky maintain dedicated clinical trials offices that can match you with appropriate studies based on your medical profile and diagnosis.

Clinical Trials in Kentucky

Frequently Asked Questions — Clinical Trials in Kentucky

Recruiting Trials in Kentucky