Clinical trials · California
Advanced or Metastatic Solid Tumors clinical trials in California
We’re tracking 701 recruiting advanced or metastatic solid tumors studies with a site in California — including Early Phase 1, 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 in California
- NCT06844383RecruitingPhase 2
Talazoparib with or without enzalutamide for prostate cancer after prior treatment
This study tests a drug called talazoparib, either alone or combined with enzalutamide, in people with prostate cancer that has spread and has a specific genetic change. The goal is to see if this treatment can help control the cancer after previous therapies have stopped working.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06660758Recruiting
Pilot study of Entarik device in healthy adults
This study tests a new version of the Entarik system, a device that goes through a feeding tube, in healthy adults. It helps researchers see if the system works safely and as intended.
Berkeley, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04999904Recruiting
Balance training on uneven treadmill for unstable ankles
This study tests a special balance and movement training program on an uneven treadmill to improve ankle stability. It may help people whose ankles “give way” or keep getting sprained, but it requires specific timing after an ankle sprain and the ability to attend sessions for about 6 weeks.
Oceanside, CaliforniaAges 18–49 - NCT06788990RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of ficerafusp alfa with pembrolizumab for advanced head and neck cancer
This study tests a new drug called ficerafusp alfa (BCA101) combined with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab for people with advanced head and neck cancer that has not been treated before. The goal is to see if adding ficerafusp alfa helps shrink tumors better than pembrolizumab alone.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06790693RecruitingPhase 3
Inavolisib plus hormone therapy for advanced breast cancer
This trial tests a new targeted therapy, inavolisib, combined with standard hormone therapy and a CDK4/6 inhibitor for people with a specific genetic mutation (PIK3CA) in their hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative advanced breast cancer that has not been treated before. It compares this combination to a placebo plus the same standard treatments.
Burbank, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06790602RecruitingPhase 2
Cemiplimab plus gemcitabine for metastatic pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a combination of an immunotherapy drug (cemiplimab) and chemotherapy (gemcitabine) for people with pancreatic cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. It is for those whose tumors have specific genetic changes (in the SWI/SNF genes) and have only had one prior treatment that was not immunotherapy.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06764316RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of BAY 3547926 for advanced liver cancer
This trial tests a new drug called BAY 3547926 for people with advanced liver cancer that cannot be removed with surgery or has not responded to other treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and how well it works.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06765109RecruitingPhase 3
Testing neladalkib for untreated ALK-positive lung cancer
This study tests a new pill called neladalkib to see if it works better than the current standard treatment (alectinib) for people with ALK-positive lung cancer who have not yet received any cancer therapy for advanced disease. It may be a good option if you have ALK-positive NSCLC and have not been treated before.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06757634RecruitingPhase 3
A study of gedatolisib for first-line advanced breast cancer
This trial tests a new targeted therapy called gedatolisib for people with HR-positive, HER2-negative advanced breast cancer who have not yet received treatment for metastatic disease. It aims to see if adding this drug to standard hormone therapy can help control the cancer longer.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 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).
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06298916RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of 64Cu-LNTH-1363S in Sarcoma or GI Cancer
This trial tests a new imaging agent, 64Cu-LNTH-1363S, to see if it can find certain sarcomas and gastrointestinal cancers. The goal is to help doctors better see where your cancer is and plan the best treatment. You may be eligible if you have a sarcoma or a GI cancer and are willing to have a tumor tissue sample taken.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 15 years+ - NCT06673017RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new treatment for pancreatic cancer before surgery
This trial tests a new treatment, PTM-101, placed during a laparoscopy procedure for people with pancreatic cancer that can be removed with surgery. It aims to see if adding this treatment before standard chemotherapy helps improve outcomes.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06678880Recruiting
Sleep and light for mood during menopause
This study tests a program that combines better sleep habits with timed bright light exposure to help improve mood in women going through menopause. It may help reduce the sad or hopeless feelings that often come with this transition.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 45–75 - NCT06661915RecruitingPhase 2
Combination treatment for advanced myeloproliferative neoplasms
This study tests whether adding a new drug called iadademstat to the standard treatment ASTX727 helps people with advanced myeloproliferative neoplasms (blood cancers that cause the bone marrow to make too many cells). The goal is to see if the combination is safe and works better than the standard treatment alone.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06662162Recruiting
Microcurrent therapy for dry age-related macular degeneration
This trial tests a new type of electrical stimulation, called microcurrent therapy, to see if it can help people with a certain form of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) that is not the "wet" kind. The treatment is delivered through an eye patch-like device and may slow vision loss or improve function.
Poway, CaliforniaAges 60 years+ - NCT06632444RecruitingPhase 3
Study of survodutide for liver disease NASH/MASH with fibrosis
This trial tests an investigational drug called survodutide for people with NASH or MASH, a type of fatty liver disease that also has liver scarring (moderate or advanced fibrosis). The goal is to see if the drug can improve the condition.
Canoga Park, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06632977RecruitingPhase 2
Matching targeted treatments to your prostate cancer's genetics
This trial is testing whether matching your cancer's specific genetic changes to a targeted treatment can help control metastatic prostate cancer that has stopped responding to standard hormone therapy and chemotherapy. You may receive a drug, a radioactive treatment, or a combination based on your tumor's molecular profile.
Chico, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06616584RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Cemiplimab plus standard care for advanced lung cancer after prior treatments
This trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug cemiplimab to standard treatment can help people with advanced lung cancer that has already progressed after both platinum chemo and a prior immunotherapy. It is designed for those who responded to their first immunotherapy for at least 12 weeks before the cancer started growing again.
Anaheim, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06594991RecruitingPhase 2
A study of three immunotherapy drugs for advanced melanoma
This trial tests a combination of three immunotherapy drugs (fianlimab, cemiplimab, and ipilimumab) for people with advanced melanoma that has stopped responding to previous PD-1/PD-L1 treatment. It aims to see if this new combination can help shrink or control the cancer.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06583395Enrolling by invitation
Meditation retreat study with fitness tracker
This trial studies people attending a 7-day meditation retreat to see how meditation affects well-being. You will wear a fitness tracker and answer surveys.
Palm Desert, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT06582888RecruitingEarly Phase 1
VR attention test for smoking cravings
This study tests whether a virtual reality (VR) program can measure how your brain pays attention to smoking cues. It also involves taking a medication called varenicline (Chantix) to see if it reduces cravings. You may be eligible if you are a daily smoker, have been smoking for at least 3 years, and are not ready to quit in the next month.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 22 years+ - NCT06557460RecruitingPhase 2
Cell implant for advanced dry age-related macular degeneration
This trial tests a patch of retinal cells implanted under the retina to see if it can slow or stop vision loss from advanced dry AMD (geographic atrophy). It may help people whose central vision is already affected.
Huntington Beach, CaliforniaAges 55–90 - NCT06562543RecruitingPhase 4
Fruquintinib for advanced colorectal cancer in minority populations
This trial tests a medication called fruquintinib (an oral pill) for people with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to prior treatments. It is specifically looking for participants who identify as Black or African American and/or Hispanic or Latino to help understand how the drug works in these groups.
Whittier, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06551584RecruitingPhase 1
Advanced blood cancer trial with stem cell transplant
This trial tests a new approach for people with advanced blood cancers who are getting a donor stem cell transplant. It aims to improve outcomes by using your own regulatory T cells along with the donor cells.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18–70
Advanced or Metastatic Solid Tumors trials by city in California
Where these studies are running in California
Institutions with a site for the recruiting advanced or metastatic solid tumors studies listed above.
- City of Hope · 6 studies
- UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center · 5 studies
- Stanford University · 3 studies
- UC Irvine Health/Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center · 3 studies
- University of California, Davis · 3 studies
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center · 2 studies
- Enloe Medical Center · 2 studies
- Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian · 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.
Advanced or Metastatic Solid Tumors trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there advanced or metastatic solid tumors clinical trials in California?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 701 recruiting advanced or metastatic solid tumors studies with a site in California, 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 in California?
- 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 California to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, 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.
Not the right time?
New advanced or metastatic solid tumors studies open in California regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.