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Advanced or Metastatic Solid Tumors clinical trials in Philadelphia
We’re tracking 274 recruiting advanced or metastatic solid tumors studies with a site in or near Philadelphia — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Philadelphia
- NCT06984562Recruiting
Adaptive radiation therapy for advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a new way of giving radiation therapy that adapts to changes in your cancer over time. It is for people with pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery but has not spread to other parts of the body.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07195734RecruitingPhase 2
Adding chemo or immunotherapy before surgery for advanced head and neck cancer
This trial tests whether giving chemotherapy or chemotherapy plus immunotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for people with advanced head and neck cancer that has come back or not gone away after prior treatment.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02693535RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted drug testing for advanced cancer with tumor gene changes
This trial tests whether FDA-approved targeted drugs can help people with advanced cancer whose tumors have specific gene changes. It aims to match your tumor's unique genetic profile to a drug that may work better for you.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 12 years+ - NCT06743126RecruitingPhase 3
IMA203 vs standard treatment for advanced skin cancer
This trial tests a new cell therapy called IMA203 against standard treatments for people with advanced melanoma (a type of skin cancer) that has spread or can't be removed. It may be an option if you have already tried certain treatments and your cancer has a specific cell marker (HLA-A*02:01).
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05733598RecruitingPhase 2
RP2 plus standard treatment for advanced liver or bile cancers
This Phase 2 trial studies whether RP2, added to standard second-line treatment, can improve outcomes for people with advanced liver cancer or bile duct/gallbladder cancer. It may help by training the immune system to better attack the cancer after the cancer has already grown despite prior treatment.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06856174RecruitingPhase 4
Menopause Hormone Therapy for Women with HIV
This trial tests whether hormone therapy can help manage hot flashes and night sweats in women living with HIV who are going through menopause. It's designed to see if this treatment is safe and effective for this group.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 40–60 - NCT04777994RecruitingPhase 1
Drug ABBV-CLS-484 for advanced cancers that lack options
This Phase 1 trial tests ABBV-CLS-484 in people with advanced or metastatic tumors when standard treatments have not worked or aren’t available. Because it’s an early study, the main goal is to find a safe dose and see how the cancer responds in different cancer types.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04094610RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Repotrectinib for kids with certain cancer gene changes
This early-phase study tests repotrectinib, a targeted medicine, in children and young adults whose tumors have specific gene changes involving ROS1 or NTRK. It may help shrink advanced cancers that carry these gene alterations.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 25 years - NCT04104776RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Test drug tulmimetostat for advanced cancers and lymphomas
This early-phase study tests tulmimetostat (DZR123) to shrink or control advanced solid tumors and certain lymphomas, and it may also test a combination in some prostate cancer groups. If you qualify, you’ll receive the study drug and be monitored closely, including blood tests and a request for tumor tissue to look for biomarkers.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06885281RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of ZL-1310 for neuroendocrine carcinoma
This trial is testing an experimental drug called ZL-1310 for people with neuroendocrine carcinoma (a rare, fast-growing cancer) that has spread or can't be removed. It aims to see if the drug is safe and works against the cancer.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06868277RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing two drugs for first-line treatment of advanced lung cancer
This trial tests a new drug called Rilvegostomig against the standard drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has high levels of PD-L1 protein. The goal is to see which drug works better as a first treatment before any other cancer therapy.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06203600RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Nivolumab plus standard treatment for advanced stomach or esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab to standard treatment works better for advanced stomach or esophageal cancer. It is for people whose cancer has already progressed after a first round of chemo plus immunotherapy.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06220864RecruitingPhase 1
Testing SNV1521 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new oral drug called SNV1521 for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. It aims to see if the drug is safe and how well it works against different types of cancer.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07094113RecruitingPhase 1
AMG 410 alone or with other drugs for KRAS-altered advanced cancers
This study tests a new drug called AMG 410 by itself or with other medicines in people whose cancer has a specific change in the KRAS gene. It is for advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments or who have chosen not to take them.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03526835RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of MCLA-158 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new experimental drug called MCLA-158 (petosemtamab) for people with advanced solid tumors, especially head and neck cancer or colorectal cancer, that have not responded to standard treatments. The study aims to see if this drug can shrink tumors or slow their growth.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07192432RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Gene therapy for HER2-positive cancer
This trial tests a new gene therapy for people with HER2-positive cancer. It is for two groups: those with advanced cancer that has worsened after treatment, and those with early-stage cancer at high risk of coming back. The goal is to see if the therapy can safely help shrink tumors or prevent return.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07277270RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new drug with standard treatments for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new investigational drug called GSK5764227 when given along with standard cancer treatments or other drugs for people with advanced colorectal or prostate cancer that has spread and cannot be removed by surgery.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06545942RecruitingPhase 1
Studying MOMA-313 for advanced or metastatic solid tumors
This trial tests a new oral drug, MOMA-313, alone or with another drug (olaparib), in people whose cancer has a specific DNA repair problem (HR-deficient mutation). It aims to see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow their growth.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06441331RecruitingPhase 1
Lu-177 edotreotide for children with SSTR-positive tumors
This trial tests a radioactive drug called Lu-177 edotreotide for children with a certain type of tumor (SSTR-positive) that hasn't responded to other treatments. The goal is to find the right dose and see how safe it is.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 2–18 - NCT07772895RecruitingPhase 1
Glowing dye to help surgeons see lung cancer during surgery
This trial tests a dye that makes lung cancer cells glow during surgery, helping surgeons remove more of the tumor. It's for people who are already scheduled for lung cancer surgery.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06079671RecruitingPhase 3
Volrustomig for high-risk locally advanced cervical cancer
This trial tests a new medicine called volrustomig for women with locally advanced cervical cancer that has not spread. It is given along with standard chemoradiation and aims to improve outcomes.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 15 years+ - NCT04423211RecruitingPhase 3
Surgery-recovered prostate cancer treated with PET-guided radiation
This trial tests whether adding targeted radiation guided by a PET scan (along with hormone therapy) can improve outcomes for prostate cancer that has come back after surgery. The PET scan helps doctors look for spots outside the usual radiation area so treatment can be tailored.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05278208RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Lutathera for high-grade brain tumors that returned or got worse
This trial tests if Lutathera, a radioactive drug that targets certain tumors, can help children and young adults with high-grade brain tumors or meningiomas that have come back or are growing. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and works.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 4–39 - NCT06108050RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new drug alone and with pembrolizumab for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called JZP898, given alone or with pembrolizumab, for adults with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to other treatments. It aims to see if this combination can help shrink tumors or slow their growth.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+
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Advanced or Metastatic Solid Tumors trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Philadelphia
Institutions with a site for the recruiting advanced or metastatic solid tumors studies listed above.
- Fox Chase Cancer Center · 5 studies
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital · 3 studies
- University of Pennsylvania/Abramson Cancer Center · 3 studies
- Asplundh Cancer Pavilion · 2 studies
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia · 2 studies
- Cooper University Hospital · 2 studies
- Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest · 2 studies
- Research Site · 2 studies
What taking part in a advanced or metastatic solid tumors study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
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Common questions
- Are there advanced or metastatic solid tumors clinical trials near Philadelphia?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 274 recruiting advanced or metastatic solid tumors studies with a site near Philadelphia, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a advanced or metastatic solid tumors study near Philadelphia?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Philadelphia to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Philadelphia, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a advanced or metastatic solid tumors trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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