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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) clinical trials

Every US clinical trial registered for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.

17 US clinical trials · 11 currently recruiting

The research picture

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has 17 registered US clinical trials, 11 of them open to new participants right now — about 65% of the total.

11
recruiting participants now
65%
of trials open to enrollment
1
in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
2
top sponsor: Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.

Active & Recent Trials

RECRUITING NA 373 participants

Coaching and Leadership in Autism Support Settings

University of California, Los Angeles

NCT07276750

RECRUITING NA 180 participants

Motivation for Daily Living Skills

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

NCT07159308

RECRUITING NA 114 participants

An Empowering Parent Training Intervention to Increase Physical Activity in Preschool Aged Children With Autism

Northeastern University

NCT07421830

RECRUITING Phase 1 100 participants

Adia MED of Winter Park LLC Autism Spectrum Disorder Research Study

Adia Med of Winter Park

NCT07304440

RECRUITING NA 60 participants

External Trigeminal Nerve Stimulation for Children With ASD + ADHD to Reduce Elevated Symptoms

University of California, San Francis

NCT07214545

RECRUITING Phase 2 45 participants

Suramin for the Treatment of Autism Trial: KZ101 in a Male Pediatric Population With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Children's Hospital of Orange County

NCT06866275

RECRUITING NA 40 participants

A Trial of the Launching! to Adulthood Program

The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston

NCT06868537

RECRUITING NA 32 participants

ADAPT: Approach to Dance for Autism

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

NCT07216768

RECRUITING NA 30 participants

Using a Smart Inhaler to Support Asthma Management in Adolescents With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Children's Hospital Los Angeles

NCT06783101

RECRUITING NA 25 participants

Sleep Restriction Therapy (SRT) for Sleep Problems in Children With Autism

Stanford University

NCT06627205

RECRUITING NA 24 participants

L-theanine and Paraxanthine for Cognitive Improvement in Adults With ADHD and ASD

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

NCT07189442

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING NA 29 participants

Diné Parents Taking Action Trial

Northern Arizona University

NCT07176481

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING Phase 1 10 participants

The Gut-Brain Study

Children's Hospital Los Angeles

NCT03426826

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING NA 5 participants

Supportive Outcomes Through Listening, Validation, and Empowerment

University of Texas at Austin

NCT06587594

COMPLETED Phase 3 310 participants

Open-Label, Flexible-dose Study to Evaluate the Long-Term Safety and Tolerability of Cariprazine in the Treatment of Pediatric Participants With Schizophrenia, Bipolar I Disorder, or Autism Spectrum Disorder

AbbVie

NCT04578756

COMPLETED Phase 2 156 participants

AB-2004 in Treatment of Irritability Associated With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Vertero Therapeutics

NCT04895215

COMPLETED Phase 2 104 participants

A 12-Week Placebo-Controlled Study to Investigate the Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of RO7017773 in Participants Aged 15-45 Years With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Hoffmann-La Roche

NCT04299464

Phase Distribution

PhaseTrial count
Phase 1 2
Phase 2 3
Phase 3 1

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.

Reading the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Trial Landscape

ClinicalTrials.gov lists 17 US studies indexed under Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and 11 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 65% of the total volume on the registry. 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.

The phase distribution for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) shows 1 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 5 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). 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.

Top sponsor activity for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is led by Children's Hospital Los Angeles with 2 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 17 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many clinical trials are there for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

PlainTrial tracks 17 US clinical trials for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), of which 11 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.

How do I find a recruiting trial for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.

Is this data current?

Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.

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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.

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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