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Autism Spectrum Disorder clinical trials
112 of 225 indexed Autism Spectrum Disorder trials are currently recruiting.
225 US clinical trials · 112 currently recruiting
Autism Spectrum Disorder is the subject of 225 registered US clinical trials on ClinicalTrials.gov, 112 of them currently open to new participants. 4 are in Phase 3-4 (later-stage) and 49 in Phase 1-2 (earlier-stage). The most active sponsor is Stanford University, running 19 of these trials.
The research picture
Autism Spectrum Disorder has 225 registered US clinical trials, 112 of them open to new participants right now, about 50% of the total.
- 112
- recruiting participants now
- 50%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 4
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 19
- top sponsor: Stanford University
Active & Recent Trials
225 total, page 1 of 5
International Multicentric Observational Study to Characterize Subpopulations of Patients With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Stalicla
NCT05590715
Developing Brain, Impulsivity and Compulsivity
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
NCT04631042
Longitudinal Study of Neurogenetic Disorders
Columbia University
NCT03492060
Patterns of Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Richard Frye
NCT06213090
Addressing Disparities in Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis Using a Direct-to-home Telemedicine Tool
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
NCT05047224
Hybrid Effectiveness-Implementation Trial of an Executive Functioning Intervention for Children's Mental Health Services
San Diego State University
NCT06651086
Improving Social Communication in Individuals With ASD Using AI
Stanford University
NCT05987774
AWARE: Management of ADHD in Autism Spectrum Disorder
Daniel Coury
NCT05916339
Safety and Tolerability Trial of Lumateperone in Pediatric Patients With Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder or Autism Spectrum Disorder
Intra-Cellular Therapies
NCT06229210
Transgenerational Metabolic-Immune Biomarkers of Neurological and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center
NCT04322734
Comparing Two Different Emotion Therapies for Autistic Youth and Young Adults
University of Pittsburgh
NCT06158581
Improving the Part C Early Intervention Service Delivery System for Children with ASD
University of Washington
NCT05114538
Physical Activity and Community EmPOWERment Project
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
NCT06740162
School-based Paraeducator Education for Engagement at Recess
University of Washington
NCT06559267
SenseToKnow Autism Screening Device Validation Study
Duke University
NCT05874466
Comparing Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Versus Mindfulness-Based Therapy for Autistic Adults
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
NCT06060860
Early Diagnostic Response Model (EDRM)
Emory University
NCT05419895
COMPASS Across Settings (CAST) for Improving Transition Outcomes for Students With ASD
Ball State University
NCT06309160
Autism Research Project With Non-Invasive Near-Infrared Light Stimulation
University of Texas at Austin
NCT06203938
Evaluating Additive Effects of Including Canines in Regulating Together
Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati
NCT05803343
Improving Academic and Social Functioning in Middle-Schoolers With Autism
Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati
NCT06705907
A Comparison of Two School Based Interventions to Manage Anxiety in Autistic Students
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT05863520
Cerebellar Stimulation and Cognitive Control
Krystal Parker, PhD
NCT03217110
The TEAM Study - Treatment Efficacy for Autism/Attention Using Mixed Amphetamine
Gagan Joshi
NCT06853665
STRW-T Intervention for Autistic Adolescents in 11th and 12th Grade
Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati
NCT06552286
Telehealth Parent-Implemented Intervention for Young Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Hugo W. Moser Research Institute at Kennedy Krieger
NCT05176808
Optimizing Outcomes for Young Autistic Children
Northwestern University
NCT05926687
Targeting Insomnia in School Aged Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
University of Missouri-Columbia
NCT04545606
Alpha Auditory Entrainment for Cognitive Enhancement and Sensory Hypersensitivity in Youth With Developmental Disorders
Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati
NCT06227780
Iterative Redesign of a Multifaceted Implementation Strategy for a School-based Behavioral Skills Intervention (RUBI)
University of Washington
NCT06508515
Family, Responsibility, Education, Support, and Health for Families With a Child With Autism
University of California, San Diego
NCT05741840
Targeting the Neurobiology of RRB in Autism Using N-acetylcysteine: Trial
Stanford University
NCT05664789
Internet-delivered Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Adolescents With Autism and Anxiety
Baylor College of Medicine
NCT06537128
Peer Interventions for Preschoolers With Autism
University of Kansas
NCT05799599
Trial of Center-Based vs. In-Home Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT) in Autism
Stanford University
NCT04899544
Role of GABAergic Transmission in Auditory Processing in Autism Spectrum Disorder
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
NCT04798274
How Simplified Language Affects Comprehension and Learning in Young Autistic Children
Michigan State University
NCT05707923
Sleep and Central Auditory Processing Disorder in Autism Spectrum Disorder
Loma Linda University
NCT06059352
Adia MED of Winter Park LLC Autism Spectrum Disorder Research Study
Adia Med of Winter Park
NCT07304440
Evaluating the Effects of Tasimelteon in Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Sleep Disturbances
Vanda Pharmaceuticals
NCT05361707
Family-Implemented Treatment on the Behavioral Inflexibility of Children With Autism
University of Kansas
NCT05125003
Cannabidivarin (CBDV) vs. Placebo in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Montefiore Medical Center
NCT03202303
Word Learning From Parentese in Autistic Children
The University of Texas at Dallas
NCT06649916
Oxytocin Effects on Bone in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Elizabeth Austen Lawson
NCT05754073
Telehealth-Enabled Versus In-Person Parent-Mediated Behavioral Treatment for Challenging Behaviors in Children With ASD
Stanford University
NCT05268796
Neural Basis of Social Cognition Deficits
Loma Linda University
NCT05185128
Cerebellum and Autism: Regional Specialization for Social and Executive Functions
American University
NCT05396352
Early Treatment of Language Impairment in Young Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder With Leucovorin Calcium
Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center
NCT04060017
STEPS Implementation Trial
University of Alabama, Tuscaloo
NCT05695885
SQUED™ Series 28.1 Home-use and Treatment of Autowave Reverberator of Autism
American Federation of Medical Synergetics
NCT03222375
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 12 |
| Phase 2 | 37 |
| Phase 3 | 2 |
| Phase 4 | 2 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Autism Spectrum Disorder Trial Landscape
225 indexed Autism Spectrum Disorder studies · 112 recruiting (50%).
Phase mix: 4 late (III/IV) vs 49 early (I/II).
Top sponsor: Stanford University (19 trials), 9 others listed. 50 shown below, recruiting first.
How to read this condition's trial landscape
That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Autism Spectrum Disorder?
PlainTrial tracks 225 US clinical trials for Autism Spectrum Disorder, of which 112 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.
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