Help Move Depression Research Forward

Major depressive disorder (MDD) can feel like moving in circles, especially when other treatments haven’t brought the change you hoped for. Clinical research is evaluating an investigational treatment for adults with MDD. See if the Kalea Trial is a fit for you.

You may be able to participate in the Kalea Trial if you:

Are 18–70 years old

Have been diagnosed with MDD

and are currently in a depressive episode lasting at least 1 month to no more than 2 years

Have tried at least 1 oral (by mouth) antidepressant treatment

If you are interested in participating, the trial doctor or staff will review additional trial criteria with you.

Participants will receive all trial-related treatments (investigational treatment or placebo) and trial-related care at no cost, and they may be reimbursed for travel and expenses.

About the Kalea Trial

The Kalea Trial is evaluating the effectiveness and safety of an investigational treatment for adults with MDD who are currently in a depressive episode lasting at least 1 month to no more than 2 years, have previously had at least 1 depressive episode, and have tried at least 1 oral (by mouth) antidepressant.

During the trial treatment period, participants will be randomly assigned to 1 of 2 groups to receive either the investigational treatment or a placebo (a substance that looks like the investigational treatment but contains no active ingredients), both given as injections. Eligible participants may also take part in an open-label extension period, during which all participants will receive the investigational treatment. Participants will not be expected to do anything at home throughout the trial.

Total participation will include up to 10 trial visits over the course of approximately 28 weeks. Some visits will take place virtually.

© 2026 Clinical Trial Media. All Rights Reserved. The images depicted contain models and are being used for illustrative purposes only.