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Infant, Premature clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for Infant, Premature — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
14 US clinical trials · 2 currently recruiting
The research picture
Infant, Premature has 14 registered US clinical trials, 2 of them open to new participants right now — about 14% of the total.
- 2
- recruiting participants now
- 14%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 3
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 12
- top sponsor: NICHD Neonatal Research Network
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
Generic Database of Very Low Birth Weight Infants
NICHD Neonatal Research Network
NCT00063063
Follow-up Visit of High Risk Infants
NICHD Neonatal Research Network
NCT00009633
Management of the PDA Trial
NICHD Neonatal Research Network
NCT03456336
Intravenous Immune Globulin (IVIG) to Prevent Neonatal Infection
NICHD Neonatal Research Network
NCT01203345
Glutamine Supplementation to Prevent Death or Infection in Extremely Premature Infants
NICHD Neonatal Research Network
NCT00005775
In Utero Magnesium Sulfate Exposure: Effects on Extremely-Low-Birth-Weight Infants
NICHD Neonatal Research Network
NCT01203501
Development of Standards for the New Ballard Maturation Score
NICHD Neonatal Research Network
NCT01203449
Inflammatory Cytokines Associated With Perinatal Brain Injury
NICHD Neonatal Research Network
NCT01035697
Hydrocortisone for BPD
NICHD Neonatal Research Network
NCT01353313
Physiologic Definition of Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
NICHD Neonatal Research Network
NCT01223287
Determining an Optimal Weaning Method of Nasal Continuous Positive Airway Pressure in Preterm Neonates
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
NCT02064712
Delivery Room CPAP in Extremely Low Birth Weight Infants
NICHD Neonatal Research Network
NCT01223274
Cerebral Function Monitoring in Premature Infants
NICHD Neonatal Research Network
NCT00873847
Splanchnic and Renal Tissue Oxygenation During Enteral Feedings in Neonates With Patent Ductus Arteriosus
University of Utah
NCT03551600
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 1 |
| Phase 2 | 1 |
| Phase 3 | 3 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Infant, Premature Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 14 US studies indexed under Infant, Premature, and 2 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 14% 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 Infant, Premature shows 3 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 2 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 Infant, Premature is led by NICHD Neonatal Research Network with 12 indexed trials, alongside 2 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 14 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 Infant, Premature?
PlainTrial tracks 14 US clinical trials for Infant, Premature, of which 2 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Infant, Premature?
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.
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.