Clinical Trials in Kentucky
Kentucky ranks #28 nationally by clinical-trial count, with 163 trials listed, all currently recruiting.
Among trials with a recorded phase, Phase 3 is the largest group at 42 trials.
The top conditions by trial volume are Ulcerative Colitis (7), Pulmonary Hypertension (6), Ovarian Cancer (6).
163
Total Trials
163
Recruiting
#28
National Rank
19
Conditions
Trials by Phase
50
Not Applicable
13
Phase 1 / Phase 2
7
Phase 2 / Phase 3
17
Phase 1
26
Phase 2
42
Phase 3
8
Phase 4
Top Conditions in Kentucky
Top Sponsors in Kentucky
Cities With Most Trials in Kentucky
| # | City | Trials |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Louisville | 90 |
| 2 | Lexington | 69 |
| 3 | Edgewood | 6 |
| 4 | Bowling Green | 3 |
| 5 | Fort Thomas | 2 |
| 6 | Owensboro | 2 |
| 7 | New Castle | 1 |
| 8 | Corbin | 1 |
| 9 | Elizabethtown | 1 |
| 10 | Paducah | 1 |
| 11 | Shelbyville | 1 |
| 12 | Bardstown | 1 |
| 13 | Pikeville | 1 |
| 14 | Hazard | 1 |
| 15 | Fort Campbell | 1 |
Important: This information is for research purposes only. Always talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kentucky currently has 163 clinical trials actively recruiting participants, making it #28 nationally by total trial count.
The most-studied conditions in Kentucky are Ulcerative Colitis (7 trials), Pulmonary Hypertension (6 trials), Ovarian Cancer (6 trials).
Browse the conditions listed on this page to find trials recruiting in Kentucky. Each condition page shows trial details, eligibility criteria in plain English, and contact information. Always talk to your doctor about whether a trial is right for you.
Trial counts reflect currently recruiting studies listed on ClinicalTrials.gov with locations in this state.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, 2026.