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Search for trials and studies: Clinicaltrials.gov
Clinical Trials & Studies in Narcolepsy:
Great strides have been made in recent years in understanding the cause(s) of narcolepsy, but much work remains to be done. Your participation in research studies helps researchers to better understand narcolepsy and to test investigational drugs that may benefit people with narcolepsy.
Clinical trials and studies are sponsored by medical/academic institutions, pharmaceutical and biotech companies. Narcolepsy Network shares clinical and trial information in an unbiased and consistent manner. As a patient organization, please note that Narcolepsy Network is not engaged in promoting, advising or recruiting activities.
In order to find out more about each clinical trial or study, click the hyperlinks below.
Active Pharmaceutical / Biotech Studies and Trials:
SYMPHONY study for individuals with Narcolepsy type 1 (with cataplexy)
INTUNE Study for individuals with Idiopathic Hypersomnia
RaiseUp Study for individuals with Narcolepsy type 1 (with cataplexy)
SunUp Study for individuals with Narcolepsy type 2 (without cataplexy)
Active Medical / Academic Studies:
Validation of Pediatric Narcolepsy Patient Reported Outcomes (PN-PROS)
Understanding Social and Relationship Health in Adolescents with Narcolepsy
EXPLAIN Study Examination of Partners and Loved Ones with Idiopathic Hypersomnia and Narcolepsy
Narcolepsy Nightmare Study researching behavioral treatment for nightmares in adults who have narcolepsy.
Press Releases:
**UPDATE** (May 10, 2022): All press releases, announcements, and statements from industry partners have been moved to the Industry News page of our website.