ADHD Clinical Trials in Kansas City, KS

As of June 2026, 1 paid clinical trial is recruiting for ADHD in Kansas City, Kansas. Recruiting ADHD studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes. Compensation typically covers time, travel, and study visits, and many studies also include study-related medical care at no cost.

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About research studies in Kansas City

Kansas City has approximately 478 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 Kansas City

Researchers run research studies in Kansas City, 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.

SiteSpecializes inActive trials
University of Kansas Medical CenterCystic Fibrosis, Stroke, Heart Failure188
University of Kansas Cancer CenterStage IV Lung Cancer AJCC v8, Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Metastatic Malignant Solid Neoplasm85
The University of Kansas Medical CenterHypersensitivity Pneumonitis, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis20
Kansas University Medical CenterDM1, Myotonic Dystrophy 1, Acute GVHD12
University of KansasLung Diseases, Antibody-mediated Rejection, Asthma10
University of Kansas HospitalProstate Cancer, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiovascular Disease and Lipoprotein(a)9
The University of Kansas HospitalAcute Myeloid Leukemia, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, Carcinoma, Non-Small Cell Lung7
University of Kansas Medical Center Research InstituteGastroesophageal Junction Adenocarcinoma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Advanced Colorectal Cancer7
The University of Kansas Cancer Center, Westwood CampusNSCLC Stage IV, Locally Advanced Lung Carcinoma, Lung Cancer5
University of Kansas Medical Center Research Institute, Inc.Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Atrial Fibrillation, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy (CIDP)5
The University of Kansas Cancer CenterAML, AML With Mutated NPM1, Abdominal Neoplasm4
University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC)DMD, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Exon 444
Clinical Trial SiteATTR Amyloidosis, Transthyretin Amyloidosis (ATTR) With Cardiomyopathy, Transthyretin Amyloidosis With Cardiomyopathy3
The University of Kansas Medical Center Medical Office BuildingCarcinoma, Non-Small Cell Lung, Cutaneous Squamous Cell Cancer, Esophageal Adenocarcinoma3
University of Kansas Medical Center Research Institute, IncIdiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Incontinence, Urinary, Overactive Bladder3
University of Kansas Medical Center- Site Number : 8400010Polyneuropathy, Inflammatory Demyelinating, Chronic, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy3
Clinical & Translational Science Unit (CTSU) - NephrologyAutosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD), Proteinuric Kidney Disease2
Clinical Associates Midwest, LLCAcute Treatment of Migraine, Pediatric Migraine2
Clinical Study SiteChronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Multifocal Motor Neuropathy2
Kansas City VA Medical CenterCardiovascular Diseases, Cognitive Impairment, Mild, Dementia2
Mobility and Falls LabMultiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease (PD), Spasticity2
The University of KansasAortic Stenosis, Cystitis Recurrent, Recurrent UTIs2
The University of Kansas Cancer Center - WestwoodAdvanced NSCLC, Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer2
The University of Kansas Health SystemAcute Ischemic Stroke, Burns, Skin Graft Complications2
Univeristy of Kansas Medical CenterAlzheimer Disease, FSHD, Healthy Aging2

Active & Upcoming Studies in Kansas City (2026)

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

Diabetes & metabolic (15 active studies)

Pediatric (6 active studies)

Mental health & behavior (5 active studies)

Common conditions studied in Kansas City

  • Cystic Fibrosis (11 active studies). Recruiting Cystic Fibrosis studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Heart Failure (11 active studies). Heart failure trials explore SGLT-2 inhibitors, novel myosin modulators, and device-based therapies for both reduced and preserved ejection fraction.
  • Stroke (10 active studies). Stroke trials test acute reperfusion strategies, neuroprotective agents, and rehabilitation technologies to improve recovery.
  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia (8 active studies). Leukemia trials evaluate targeted inhibitors, CAR-T cell therapies, and novel combinations for acute and chronic forms of the disease.
  • Interstitial Lung Disease (8 active studies). Lung disease trials cover asthma biologics, COPD inhalers, antifibrotic therapies, CFTR modulators, and new lung cancer treatments across the full spectrum of chronic and acute respiratory illness.
  • Asthma (7 active studies). Asthma research tests biologic therapies targeting IL-4, IL-5, and TSLP pathways for moderate-to-severe and eosinophilic disease.

Leading research sponsors in Kansas City

  • University of Kansas Medical Center
  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
  • NRG Oncology
  • AstraZeneca
  • 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 Kansas City. 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 Kansas City

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in Kansas City 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 Kansas City?

There are approximately 478 recruiting clinical trials in Kansas City, Kansas listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Kansas City pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Kansas City 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 Kansas City?

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 Kansas City?

The most common conditions under active study in Kansas City include Cystic Fibrosis (11), Heart Failure (11), Stroke (10), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (8), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Kansas City?

Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in Kansas City 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 Kansas City?

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 Kansas City?

Recruiting research sites in Kansas City include University of Kansas Medical Center, University of Kansas Cancer Center, The University of Kansas Medical Center, 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 Kansas City right now?

The largest active categories in Kansas City are Cancer & tumors (134), Neurology & pain (56), Cardiovascular (39). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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