Lupus (SLE) Clinical Trials in Topeka, KS

As of June 2026, 1 paid clinical trial is recruiting for Lupus (SLE) in Topeka, Kansas. Lupus trials explore B-cell and interferon-targeted therapies, CAR-T approaches, and new immunosuppressants for systemic disease. Compensation typically covers time, travel, and study visits, and many studies also include study-related medical care at no cost.

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Testing an Immunotherapy Anti-cancer Drug, Nivolumab, for Advanced Cancers in Patients With Autoimmune Disorders, AIM-NIVO

for Autoimmune Disease

Drug: Nivolumab

51 locations incl. Birmingham

Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI)

Sex: All·Age: 18+

Code: NCT03816345·Phase 1·Recruiting

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About research studies in Topeka

Topeka has approximately 95 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Kansas hosts a diverse network of universities, academic medical centers, and community hospitals that run clinical trials across oncology, cardiology, neurology, and many other therapeutic areas.

Top Research Study Locations in Topeka

Researchers run research studies in Topeka, KS at 25 active sites. The clinics below currently host the largest number of recruiting studies — each name is followed by the conditions they focus on most.

Site	Specializes in	Active trials
University of Kansas Health System Saint Francis Campus	Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Lung Non-Small Cell Carcinoma, Stage IIIB Lung Cancer AJCC v8	47
Cotton O'Neil Cancer Center / Stormont Vail Health	Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Breast Cancer, Lung Non-Small Cell Carcinoma	12
Cotton O'Neil Diabetes & Endocrinology	Obesity, Overweight, Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1	5
Cotton O'Neil Digestive Health Center	Colitis, Ulcerative, Crohn Disease, Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease	5
GSK Investigational Site	Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Chickenpox, Liver Diseases, Alcoholic	4
Cotton O'Neil Clinical Research Center	Obesity, Overweight, Chronic Low Back Pain (CLBP)	4
89bio Clinical Study Site	Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH) / Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) With Compensated Cirrhosis, Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASH) / Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) With Fibrosis	2
Akero Clinical Study Site	MASH - Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis, MASH With Fibrosis, NASH - Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis	2
Topeka VA Hospital	Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Ann Arbor Stage I Lymphoma	2
Clinical Trial Site	High Cardiovascular Risk, High Risk Cardiovascular Disease, Hypertension	1
Cotton O Neil Clinical Res Center	Cardiovascular Disease and Lipoprotein(a)	1
Cotton O'Neil Cancer Center	Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma	1
Cotton O'Neil Clinical Research Center - 1151	Non Small Cell Lung Cancer	1
Cotton O'Neil Clinical Research Center - Central Office	Chronic Low-back Pain, Diabetic Neuropathic Pain, Osteoarthritis, Knee	1
Cotton O'Neil Diab & Endo Ctr	Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes	1
Cotton O'Neil Diabetes & Endocrinology Center	Cardiovascular Diseases, Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2, Hypertension	1
Cotton O'Neil Research Center	Pneumococcal Infection	1
Cotton ONeil Clinical Research Center	Crohn's Disease	1
Cotton Oneil Cancer Center	Marginal Zone Lymphoma, Relapsed/Refractory Follicular Lymphoma	1
Cotton-O'Neil Clinical Research Center	Crohn Disease	1
Cotton-ONeil Diabetes and Endocrinology Center	Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease, Obesity, Overweight	1
Home-based telemedicine	Chronic Granulomatous Disease (CGD)	1
KUCC MCA- TUKHS, Saint Francis Hospital	Non Small Cell Lung Cancer Stage	1
Kansas Medical Clinic PA	Liver Fibrosis, Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH)	1
Research	Hypertriglyceridemia	1

Active & Upcoming Studies in Topeka (2026)

Recruiting trials in Topeka grouped by therapeutic area, drawn from ClinicalTrials.gov. Each bucket shows the most recent example studies.

Common conditions studied in Topeka

Obesity (8 active studies). Obesity trials evaluate GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonists, novel metabolic drugs, and combined lifestyle interventions for sustainable weight loss.
Overweight (7 active studies). Recruiting Overweight studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (4 active studies). Breast cancer trials evaluate new hormone therapies, targeted drugs, and immunotherapy combinations aimed at improving survival and reducing recurrence.
Breast Cancer (4 active studies). Breast cancer trials evaluate new hormone therapies, targeted drugs, and immunotherapy combinations aimed at improving survival and reducing recurrence.
Crohn Disease (4 active studies). Recruiting Crohn Disease studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
Lung Non-Small Cell Carcinoma (4 active studies). Recruiting Lung Non-Small Cell Carcinoma studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.

Leading research sponsors in Topeka

National Cancer Institute (NCI)
NRG Oncology
Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology
Eli Lilly and Company
SWOG Cancer Research Network

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in Kansas are governed by U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP) standards, and federal HIPAA privacy rules. Every study is reviewed by an Institutional Review Board (IRB) to protect participant safety and ensure informed consent. Kansas research additionally follows state public health department oversight and any applicable state privacy statutes.

Compensation & what to expect

How payment typically works: Compensation is most often provided through reloadable electronic study cards or direct deposit, paid out per completed visit rather than as a lump sum. Amounts vary by the time required, the number of visits, and the study's complexity — overnight stays and inpatient pharmacology studies generally pay more than short outpatient surveys. The exact amount is disclosed in writing during informed consent before any visit.
Healthy volunteers: Healthy participants aged 18 and older can earn compensation by joining vaccine, pharmacology, and biomarker studies in Topeka. These trials check how a new drug or vaccine behaves in healthy bodies before later-phase testing. Many sites maintain a healthy-volunteer registry so you hear about new opportunities first.
What's included beyond payment: Most trials cover study-related medical care at no cost — physical exams, lab work, imaging, the investigational treatment itself, and follow-up visits with the research team. Insurance is not required to participate. Free check-ups and access to specialists are common reasons participants return for additional studies.
Travel and time: Many sponsors reimburse travel, parking, mileage, and lost wages for visit days. Long-running studies and trials that require frequent visits often raise stipends accordingly. Ask the study coordinator for the visit schedule and reimbursement policy before you commit.
Asking about compensation: Compensation is set per protocol and per site, so figures are not published in trial registries. The fastest way to confirm payment for a specific study is to contact the recruiting site listed on the study record. Coordinators are accustomed to this question and will quote the per-visit and total amounts up front.

How to find a clinical trial in Topeka

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in Topeka from ClinicalTrials.gov and refreshes the list daily. Use the filters above to narrow by condition, facility, age, phase, or healthy-volunteer eligibility, then click any study title to view full details — eligibility criteria, intervention, location, and sponsor contact information. To enroll, reach out to the central study contact listed on the study detail page; the research coordinator will walk you through the screening process.

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Topeka?

There are approximately 95 recruiting clinical trials in Topeka, Kansas listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Topeka pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Topeka compensate participants for their time, travel, and study visits. Compensation varies by sponsor, study phase, and visit requirements — the exact amount is disclosed by the study team during the informed consent process.

Who can participate in a clinical trial in Topeka?

Eligibility depends on the specific study. Each trial defines its own inclusion criteria (age, diagnosis, medical history, prior treatments) and exclusion criteria. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify, depending on the study design.

What conditions are most commonly studied in Topeka?

The most common conditions under active study in Topeka include Obesity (8), Overweight (7), Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (4), Breast Cancer (4), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Topeka?

Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in Topeka on an ongoing basis. Use the "Healthy volunteers only" filter above to view trials that accept participants without the study's target condition.

How do I enroll in a clinical trial in Topeka?

Click any study title above to see the full study record, including eligibility criteria, visit schedule, and the study team's contact information. Reach out to the central contact or recruiting site directly — they will guide you through screening and informed consent.

Where can I take part in paid clinical trials in Topeka?

Recruiting research sites in Topeka include University of Kansas Health System Saint Francis Campus, Cotton O'Neil Cancer Center / Stormont Vail Health, Cotton O'Neil Diabetes & Endocrinology, among others. Each site lists its open studies and contact information on the study record above — call or email the site coordinator to ask about screening for a specific protocol.

What kinds of studies are recruiting in Topeka right now?

The largest active categories in Topeka are Cancer & tumors (53), Diabetes & metabolic (16), Neurology & pain (3). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.