Medical Information Only. Consult your healthcare provider before considering clinical trial enrollment.
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 2 of 5
Achieving Steady Work Among Adults With Autism Through Specialized Employment Program
Lawrence Fung
NCT04107064
Modulating Temporoparietal Junction Mentalizing-Related Activity in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Using Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
Yale University
NCT06214065
Pilot Trial of the RUBI Program for Autistic Adults
Seattle Children's Hospital
NCT06593613
Integrated Platform for Measuring and Reducing Symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder
State University of New York - Upstate Medical University
NCT06006637
Treatment of Social and Language Deficits With Leucovorin for Young Children With Autism
Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center
NCT04060030
A Center Based Early Intervention Program For Preschoolers With Developmental Disorders
Stanford University
NCT04026386
Combination Probiotic: BB-12 With LGG (Different Doses) in Treating Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
NCT03514784
DINO RCT - Treating Anxiety in Children With Autism
Hugo W. Moser Research Institute at Kennedy Krieger
NCT06066983
Family-school Partnership Intervention for Early Childhood Education
University of North Texas, Denton, TX
NCT06506097
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Restricted and Repetitive Behavior in ASD
Stanford University
NCT04532424
Retrieval-Based Word Learning in Autistic Children
Louisiana State University and A&M College
NCT06466876
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Study for Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Yale University
NCT04936009
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) to Treat Depression in Autism Spectrum Disorder
Yale University
NCT06142955
Resources for Optimizing Outcomes in Toddlers on the Spectrum
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
NCT07086781
Cerebellar Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: Raynor Cerebellum Project
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
NCT05691283
Propranolol for Aggression, Self-Injury, and Severe Disruptive Behavior in Adolescents and Adults With Autism
Jeremy Veenstra-vanderweele
NCT07091279
Brain Activity Changes After Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety in Autistic Youth From High-Need Communities
Montclair State University
NCT06904508
Harnessing Communication Preferences
Joel E. Ringdahl
NCT07278544
Speech-in-noise Perception in Autism and Fragile X
Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati
NCT06088589
Cerebellar tDCS in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
NCT04446442
Testing an Evidence-Based Supported Employment Model in Autistic Young Adults
University of California, Davis
NCT06829264
Social Groups for Autistic Young Adults (SDARIYA)
Drexel University
NCT07222982
Autism Doula Program Evaluation
Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati
NCT06896942
Effect of an 8-Week Pickleball Program for Adults With Autism: A Feasibility Trial With a Delayed-Control Design
Penn State University
NCT07432776
FOXP1 Syndrome: The Seaver Autism Center for Research and Treatment is Characterizing FOXP1-related Neurodevelopmental Disorders Using Genetic, Medical, and Neuropsychological Measures.
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
NCT03718923
More and Less Social Comprehension
University of Kansas Medical Center
NCT06116552
Motor-voice Assessment in Infants (MAMI)
Ohio State University
NCT06807203
TB006 for Autism Spectrum Disorder
Rossignol Medical Center
NCT06500637
Online Pivotal Response Treatment Training in Autism Spectrum Disorder
Stanford University
NCT06523387
Modified Pivotal Response Treatment for Insistence on Sameness in Autistic Youth
Stanford University
NCT06362733
Cannabidiol (CBD) in Adults With ASD
Johns Hopkins University
NCT05015439
Randomized Clinical Trial of TUNE In 3.0: A Social/Emotional Program for Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder
University of Pennsylvania
NCT06859918
Application of Virtual Reality Technology to Treatment of Social Anxiety
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
NCT06845488
Reciprocal Imitation Training and Musical Rhythm Sensitivity in Autistic Toddlers
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
NCT05880225
Neuroimaging Predictors of Improvement to Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT) in Young Children With Autism
Stanford University
NCT03583684
Pimavanserin for Rigid-compulsive Symptoms in Autism Spectrum Disorder
New York State Psychiatric Institute
NCT05999240
A Strength-Based Intervention to Improve Job Interview Skills in Young Adults in a Community Setting
Kessler Foundation
NCT06380569
Parent-Mediated Intervention Targeting Insistence on Sameness for Autistic Children
Stanford University
NCT06472115
ADNP Syndrome: The Seaver Autism Center for Research and Treatment is Characterizing ADNP-related Neurodevelopmental Disorders Using Genetic, Medical, and Neuropsychological Measures.
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
NCT03718936
In-Person Mindfulness-based Intervention for Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Their Caregivers
Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center
NCT06577623
Trial of Zolpidem for Sleep in Children With Autism
Stanford University
NCT05540574
Trial of Diphenhydramine for Sleep in Children With Autism
Stanford University
NCT05501678
Safety, Tolerability and Pharmacokinetics of Lumateperone in Pediatric Patients With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Intra-Cellular Therapies
NCT06557902
Trial of Suvorexant for Sleep in Children With Autism
Stanford University
NCT05546554
Emergent Multi-Class Imitation Training
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
NCT05849376
A Study of Esomeprazole in Children With Autism
Stanford University
NCT03866668
Biomarkers Research in Anxiety for Validation and Efficacy
Boston Children's Hospital
NCT06221176
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation in Children With Autism
New York State Institute for Basic Research
NCT07092280
TF-CBT for Autistic Youth Pilot Implementation - Open Pilot
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
NCT07420478
Targeting the Neurobiology of RRB in Autism Using N-acetylcysteine: Single-dose
Stanford University
NCT04278898
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.
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?
PlainTrial tracks 225 US clinical trials for Autism Spectrum Disorder, of which 112 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Autism Spectrum Disorder?
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.
Related
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.
Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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.
Every figure on PlainTrial is rendered directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov registry, no number is typed in by an editor. This page aggregates every registered trial for this condition, live from the dataset. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error.