Clinical Trials in Tennessee
Tennessee ranks #18 nationally by clinical-trial count, with 275 trials listed, all currently recruiting.
Among trials with a recorded phase, Phase 1 is the largest group at 52 trials.
The top conditions by trial volume are Sickle Cell Disease (15), Colorectal Cancer (8), Melanoma (7).
275
Total Trials
275
Recruiting
#18
National Rank
20
Conditions
Trials by Phase
96
Not Applicable
41
Phase 1 / Phase 2
2
Phase 2 / Phase 3
5
Early Phase 1
52
Phase 1
39
Phase 2
28
Phase 3
12
Phase 4
Top Conditions in Tennessee
Top Sponsors in Tennessee
Cities With Most Trials in Tennessee
| # | City | Trials |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville | 179 |
| 2 | Memphis | 66 |
| 3 | Knoxville | 18 |
| 4 | Chattanooga | 9 |
| 5 | Germantown | 8 |
| 6 | Jackson | 5 |
| 7 | Johnson City | 3 |
| 8 | Mountain Home | 2 |
| 9 | Brentwood | 2 |
| 10 | Hixson | 2 |
| 11 | Franklin | 2 |
| 12 | Kingsport | 1 |
| 13 | Crossville | 1 |
| 14 | Murfreesboro | 1 |
| 15 | Tullahoma | 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
Tennessee currently has 275 clinical trials actively recruiting participants, making it #18 nationally by total trial count.
The most-studied conditions in Tennessee are Sickle Cell Disease (15 trials), Colorectal Cancer (8 trials), Melanoma (7 trials).
Browse the conditions listed on this page to find trials recruiting in Tennessee. 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.