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 Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in California
- NCT06885554Recruiting
Military Adjustment Disorder: Tracking Recovery Over Time
This study follows active duty military members recently diagnosed with adjustment disorder to understand how the condition changes over time. Participants will use a smartphone app to track symptoms and complete questionnaires, helping to improve care for service members.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–64 - NCT06926920RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new dose schedule of sacituzumab govitecan for advanced TNBC
This trial tests a different dose and schedule of the drug sacituzumab govitecan for people with advanced triple-negative breast cancer. It aims to see if this new approach is safer and more effective.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06941662Recruiting
Huntington's disease biobank: remote monitoring study
This study is building a biobank to better understand Huntington's disease by using remote monitoring and deep phenotyping (collecting detailed health information). It may help develop better ways to track the disease and improve care for people with the Huntington's gene expansion.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT06942442RecruitingPhase 2
Tebentafusp for advanced clear cell sarcoma
This trial tests if a drug called tebentafusp can help people with advanced clear cell sarcoma that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread. It is for people with a specific immune marker (HLA-A*02:01) whose disease has gotten worse.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06950034RecruitingPhase 1
Testing STX-0712 for advanced CMML or AML
This early-phase study tests a new drug called STX-0712 for people with certain types of blood cancers (CMML or AML) that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can help shrink or control the cancer.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06966453RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of disitamab vedotin for HER2-positive advanced breast cancer
This study tests a new drug called disitamab vedotin for people with advanced breast cancer that has a certain amount of HER2 protein. Depending on your HER2 and hormone receptor status, you may be eligible for one of three groups, each with different prior treatment requirements.
Anaheim, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07046923RecruitingPhase 1
A study of LY4175408 for advanced cancer
This trial tests a new targeted drug (LY4175408) for people with certain advanced solid tumors (lung, endometrial, or triple negative breast cancer) who have already tried standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and effective.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07070466RecruitingPhase 2
Ivonescimab with chemotherapy for advanced stomach or esophagus cancer
This trial tests a new drug called ivonescimab combined with chemotherapy (FOLFOX) for advanced stomach, gastroesophageal junction, or esophageal cancer that is not HER2 positive. The goal is to see if this combination can help shrink tumors or slow their growth.
Santa Monica, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07106762RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of new targeted drug vs chemo for bladder cancer
This trial tests a new drug called Izalontamab Brengitecan (a targeted therapy that delivers chemo straight to cancer cells) against standard platinum chemotherapy for people whose bladder cancer worsened after immunotherapy. It may be an option if you are fit for chemo but haven't had platinum chemo recently.
Fullerton, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07156565RecruitingPhase 1
Targeted radiation therapy for advanced sarcoma
This trial tests a new radioactive drug for people with advanced soft tissue sarcoma that has come back or not responded to prior treatment. The drug targets a protein found on sarcoma cells to deliver radiation directly to the tumor.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07219576RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of Retifanlimab and Ruxolitinib for Certain Cancers
This trial tests a combination of two drugs, retifanlimab and ruxolitinib, for people with advanced kidney cancer (clear cell renal cell carcinoma) or lung cancer (non-small cell lung carcinoma) whose cancer has grown after previous treatment with a type of immunotherapy called PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors. The goal is to see if this combination can help when standard treatments are no longer working.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT07000084RecruitingPhase 3
Testing gemcitabine with BCG for returning bladder cancer
This trial tests whether adding a chemotherapy drug called gemcitabine to the usual BCG therapy can help prevent bladder cancer from coming back again. If you have had BCG before and your cancer returned, this study might offer a more effective treatment option.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05080673Recruiting
Colonoscopy planning for small, noncancerous colon polyps
This trial tests whether people with 1–2 small, noncancerous colon polyps should get their next colonoscopy after 5 years or after 10 years. It may help reduce unnecessary procedures or find cancers earlier if the shorter interval is safer for you.
Anaheim, CaliforniaAges 45–70 - NCT07059884Recruiting
Exercise program to help people with cancer stay active
This trial tests a distance-based exercise program designed to help people on chemotherapy maintain their physical function and prevent disability. It is for patients with certain cancers who are working full-time and can participate in moderate physical activity.
Dublin, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07265674RecruitingPhase 3
Study of nanvuranlat for advanced bile duct cancer
This study tests a new drug called nanvuranlat for people with advanced bile duct cancer that has gotten worse after platinum-based chemotherapy. It compares nanvuranlat with the doctor's choice of standard treatments to see which works better.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02074839RecruitingPhase 1
Oral AG-120 for advanced blood cancers with an IDH1 mutation
This Phase 1 study tests an oral medicine called AG-120 in adults with advanced blood cancers that have a specific IDH1 mutation. It also looks at safety and how the treatment works, with frequent blood, urine, and bone marrow samples.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02305654RecruitingPhase 3
Trial for penile squamous cancer with swollen groin or pelvis nodes
This Phase 3 study tests treatment options for penile squamous cell cancer that has spread to nearby groin and/or pelvic lymph nodes (but not to distant organs). If you have the right stage and haven’t had certain prior treatments, this trial may offer a structured treatment plan and close monitoring.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02250352Recruiting
Biopsy study to collect breast tumor tissue samples
This study takes small tissue samples (core biopsies) from people with known or suspected breast cancer and stores them for research. It may help scientists better understand breast tumors, especially when the cancer has spread.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02559778RecruitingPhase 2
Precision treatment trial for children with advanced neuroblastoma
This Phase 2 trial studies a targeted treatment approach for children and young adults with advanced neuroblastoma (a childhood cancer). It may help by using lab-tested cancer features to guide therapy after initial treatment and transplant.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges Up to 22 years - NCT05136846RecruitingPhase 1
Papaverine with chemoradiation for stage II–III lung cancer
This early-phase trial tests whether adding papaverine to standard chemoradiation can improve treatment for stage II–III non-small cell lung cancer (and some limited stage IV cases). It aims to see if the combination is safe and tolerable while targeting the cancer with radiation and chemotherapy.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07398391Recruiting
Blood pressure care study in San Diego
This study tests a program to help people manage their blood pressure using video calls and home monitoring. You may join if you have high blood pressure and live in San Diego.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT07528014Recruiting
Tracking Depression Treatment Outcomes Over Time
This study follows adults receiving depression treatment (esketamine, TMS, or SAINT) to understand how these therapies work and their effects over time. Researchers will assess mood, functioning, and other factors to help improve future treatment.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07544589RecruitingPhase 1
Testing DISP-10 for Advanced Gastrointestinal Cancers
This early-stage trial tests a new experimental therapy called DISP-10 in patients with advanced cancers of the stomach, esophagus, or colon that have spread. The goal is to see if this treatment can help shrink tumors and how safe it is.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07549958RecruitingPhase 1
Gemcitabine with or without Pitavastatin for Advanced Pancreatic Cancer
This study tests whether adding pitavastatin (a cholesterol-lowering drug) to gemcitabine chemotherapy can help treat pancreatic cancer that cannot be surgically removed. You would join if your cancer hasn't grown worse after 2–4 rounds of gemcitabine.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
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 Comprehensive Cancer Center · 5 studies
- Stanford University · 3 studies
- University of California, Irvine Medical Center / UC Irvine Health · 3 studies
- Kaiser Permanente-Vallejo · 2 studies
- Los Angeles Cancer Network · 2 studies
- University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) · 2 studies
- USC / Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center · 2 studies
- Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
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.