Clinical Trials / Research Studies
Disabilities: Intellectual

ADHD Study for Preteens and Teens 12 to 17 Years Old

Cincinnati Children's is conducting a research study to investigate how magnetic stimulation over the scalp called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) affects how the brain works in children with ADHD. TMS is currently FDA cleared to treat certain mental health disorders. ...More

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Depression Study for Teens and Young Adults 13 to 26 years old

Cincinnati Children's is conducting a research study to evaluate the efficacy of repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) in reducing treatment resistant depressive symptoms in people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We want to better understand how to treat depression for those diagn ...More

Autism Study for Middle Schoolers and Their Caregiver(s)

Cincinnati Children’s is conducting a research study, also known as a clinical trial, to evaluate the effectiveness of an 8-week program designed to teach social skills or academic skills to children with autism. ...More

Down Syndrome and ADHD Study for Children and Teens 6 to 17 Years Old

Cincinnati Children's is conducting a research study, sometimes known as a clinical trial or clinical study, to see how children with Down syndrome and ADHD respond to medication. The medication is an FDA-approved drug for ADHD treatment. ...More

Down Syndrome and Sleep Apnea Study for Children 5 to 17 Years Old

Cincinnati Children's is conducting a research study, sometimes known as a clinical trial or clinical study, to show how 6 months of oxygen treatment while sleeping affects your sleep, quality of life, your breathing, your heart and if it makes you feel better. We also want to see if the oxygen hel ...More

Intellectual or Developmental Disability Study for Caregivers

Cincinnati Children's is conducting a research study, sometimes known as a clinical trial or clinical study, to compare the effectiveness of two websites in assisting caregivers with planning for the future of the care recipient. We will also be comparing the impact of these websites on improving th ...More

Septic Shock Study for Children and Teens PRoMPT BOLUS Study

Cincinnati Children's is conducting a research study, sometimes known as a clinical trial or clinical study, to determine which of two commonly used IV fluid types (normal saline (NS) versus balanced fluids (lactated ringer's (LR) or PlasmaLyte) is most effective to treat children and teens with sep ...More

Study for Children 5 to 10 Years Old with Fragile X Syndrome (FXS) or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Cincinnati Children’s is conducting a research study to see if listening to specific sounds (called auditory entrainment) can help improve learning and sensory symptoms in children with FXS. ASD controls are needed for comparison. ...More

Study for Teens 14 to 17 with ADHD or Attention Problems

Cincinnati Children's is conducting a research study, sometimes known as a clinical study, to learn more about the brain function of teens with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or attention problems. ...More

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Adult Participants or Parents of Participants:

Cincinnati Children’s is involved in research because it is very important to understanding diseases and developing ways to prevent and treat health problems in children, as well as adults. Learn more about how you can help. Contact us at clinicalstudies@cchmc.org or 513-636-0098. Or, enroll in our database to be notified about future studies by completing an online sign up form.

Sponsors and Investigators:

The Office for Clinical and Translational Research at Cincinnati Children’s provides sponsors and investigators with comprehensive support services, research tools, personnel and facilities to conduct or facilitate pediatric and adult clinical research studies. Contact us at OCTR@cchmc.org or 513-636-0314.