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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
Phase 112Phase 237Phase 32Phase 42

Active & Recent Trials

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COMPLETED Phase 2 29 participants

Cannabidiol for ASD Open Trial

NYU Langone Health

NCT03900923

COMPLETED NA 26 participants

ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) Telehealth for Distress Related to COVID-19

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

NCT04460677

COMPLETED Phase 1 25 participants

Autologous Umbilical Cord Blood Infusion for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Duke University

NCT02176317

COMPLETED NA 25 participants

Transcranial Photobiomodulation for Reducing Autism Symptoms in Children - Open Label Study (TPBMASDOL)

JelikaLite

NCT06359080

COMPLETED NA 24 participants

A Study of the Elopement Prevention and Safety Training Program

Emory University

NCT02383732

COMPLETED Phase 1 24 participants

Study of the Pharmacokinetics and Safety of Tasimelteon in Children and Adolescents

Vanda Pharmaceuticals

NCT02776215

COMPLETED 24 participants

Mapping the Phenotype in Adults With Phelan-McDermid Syndrome

Boston Children's Hospital

NCT03426059

COMPLETED Early Phase 1 22 participants

Effects of Drugs on Responses to Brain and Emotional Processes

University of Chicago

NCT04053036

COMPLETED NA 22 participants

Thinking in Speech for Children With Autism

University of Pittsburgh

NCT05256095

COMPLETED NA 21 participants

Teaching Academic Success Skills to Students With Autism Spectrum Disorders in Clinical Setting

Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati

NCT03606343

COMPLETED NA 21 participants

GroundsKeeper: A Qualitative Study of Applied Game-based Interactives in Special Education Programs

CogCubed

NCT01808066

COMPLETED NA 19 participants

Developing Mental Health Supports for Autistic Students

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

NCT04926090

COMPLETED Early Phase 1 19 participants

Study of Neuroimaging Biomarkers of Social Cognition Deficits in Adolescents (Age 13-17) With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Effects of Gabapentin

University of Massachusetts, Worcester

NCT03589898

COMPLETED Phase 2 18 participants

Folinic Acid in Autism

University of California, San Francisco

NCT03771560

COMPLETED NA 17 participants

Coaching Children With Anxiety and Autism Through Telehealth

Medical University of South Carolina

NCT05588570

COMPLETED Phase 2 16 participants

Effect of a Wide Spectrum Nutritional Supplement on Mitochondrial Function in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Rossignol Medical Center

NCT03835117

COMPLETED NA 15 participants

The Effect of the Low Fodmap Diet in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders

Ohio State University

NCT04054349

COMPLETED NA 13 participants

Mentorship Program for Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

University of Minnesota

NCT05300295

COMPLETED NA 13 participants

TMS for Adults With Autism and Depression

Medical University of South Carolina

NCT02939560

COMPLETED NA 12 participants

Feasibility and Safety of a Virtual-Reality Based Job Interview Training Tool in Teenagers With High-Functioning Autism

Kessler Foundation

NCT04773548

COMPLETED NA 10 participants

Acupressure and Acupuncture as an Intervention With Children With Autism II

Johns Hopkins University

NCT00935701

COMPLETED Phase 2 8 participants

Propranolol for Challenging Behaviors in Autism

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

NCT04047355

COMPLETED Phase 2 8 participants

A Feasibility Study of N-acetylcysteine for Self-injurious Behavior in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Emory University

NCT03008889

COMPLETED NA 7 participants

Expanding Interventions for Automatically Maintained SIB

University of Georgia

NCT06739616

COMPLETED Phase 2 5 participants

A Study to Evaluate ARD-501 in Patients With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Aardvark Therapeutics

NCT06126653

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Phase Distribution

PhaseTrial count
Phase 1 12
Phase 2 37
Phase 3 2
Phase 4 2

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. 25 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.

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

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Is this data current?

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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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