Clinical Trials in South Carolina

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

Right now ClinicalMetric tracks 172 actively recruiting studies with South Carolina sites out of 172 registered in total. The busiest research areas in South Carolina are Obesity, Overweight, Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Leading sponsors running trials in the state include Medical University of South Carolina, AstraZeneca, SWOG Cancer Research Network. By stage, South Carolina trials break down as Phase 1 (18), Phase 2 (43), Phase 3 (70), Phase 4 (7).

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

172

Recruiting Now

172

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Top Conditions in South Carolina

Obesity (4)Overweight (3)Acute Myeloid Leukemia (3)Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (3)Endometrial Cancer (3)Multiple Myeloma (2)Alpha 1-Antitrypsin Deficiency (2)Acute Kidney Injury (2)Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (2)Myelofibrosis (2)Hypertension (2)Renal Insufficiency (2)

Frequently Asked Questions — Clinical Trials in South Carolina

How many clinical trials are currently recruiting in South Carolina?

ClinicalMetric currently tracks 172 actively recruiting clinical trials with at least one location in South Carolina. The total number of registered studies—including active but not currently enrolling trials—is 172. 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 South Carolina?

South Carolina hosts clinical trials across a broad range of medical conditions, including Obesity, Overweight, Acute Myeloid Leukemia, 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 South Carolina serve as trial sites for studies sponsored by NIH, pharmaceutical companies, and independent investigators.

How do I join a clinical trial near me in South Carolina?

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

Clinical Trials in South Carolina

Frequently Asked Questions — Clinical Trials in South Carolina

Recruiting Trials in South Carolina