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Gulf War Illness clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 8 Gulf War Illness clinical trials that are recruiting, in United States. By phase: Phase 2 (3). The most active sponsors are VA Office of Research and Development (3), Roskamp Institute Inc. (2). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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Newest Gulf War Illness clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Using machine learning to guide rTMS for Gulf War Illness–related headaches and body pain | — | San Diego, California | Recruiting | Jan 8, 2026 |
| Exploring treatments for Gulf War Illness-related gastrointestinal symptoms | — | Memphis, Tennessee | Recruiting | Aug 2, 2023 |
| Using resistant potato starch to help veterans with Gulf War Illness | Phase 2 | Madison, Wisconsin | Recruiting | Apr 20, 2023 |
| Identifying blood biomarkers for Gulf War Illness | — | Palo Alto, California and 2 other locations | Recruiting | Feb 21, 2023 |
| Investigating Gulf War Illness in Veterans | — | Bethesda, Maryland | Recruiting | May 17, 2022 |
| Butyrate treatment for Gulf War Illness | Phase 2 | Long Beach, California and 2 other locations | Recruiting | May 10, 2022 |
| Testing Nicotinamide Riboside for Gulf War Illness | — | Fort Lauderdale, Florida and 1 other locations | Recruiting | Feb 17, 2022 |
| Evaluating Bacopa for Gulf War Illness in Veterans | Phase 2 | Davie, Florida | Recruiting | Jun 16, 2021 |
All recruiting trials (8)
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Using machine learning to guide rTMS for Gulf War Illness–related headaches and body pain
This trial will try using a machine learning model on resting brain scans to predict which active rTMS treatment will best reduce headaches and body pain in veterans with Gulf War Illness.
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Exploring treatments for Gulf War Illness-related gastrointestinal symptoms
This study is testing if taking glutamine can help veterans with Gulf War Illness feel better by easing their stomach problems like pain and diarrhea.
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Using resistant potato starch to help veterans with Gulf War Illness
This study is testing if a special type of potato starch can help improve the gut health and overall quality of life for veterans dealing with Gulf War Illness.
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Identifying blood biomarkers for Gulf War Illness
This study is trying to find specific blood markers in veterans with Gulf War Illness to see how they relate to memory problems and other brain issues.
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Investigating Gulf War Illness in Veterans
This study is trying to understand how Gulf War Illness affects veterans by comparing those who have it with those who don’t through a two-week health evaluation.
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Butyrate treatment for Gulf War Illness
This study is testing if a butyrate treatment can help improve physical function and reduce symptoms in Veterans with Gulf War Illness.
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Testing Nicotinamide Riboside for Gulf War Illness
This study is testing if taking Nicotinamide Riboside can help veterans with Gulf War Illness feel better by boosting their energy levels and improving symptoms like fatigue and memory problems.
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Evaluating Bacopa for Gulf War Illness in Veterans
This study is testing whether Bacopa can help improve thinking and memory in Gulf War veterans who have Gulf War Illness.
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Quick answers
How many Gulf War Illness clinical trials are recruiting right now?
8, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
All of them have sites in United States. Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 2: 3. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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