Clinical trials
Brain Metastases clinical trials
Below are recruiting brain metastases clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 155 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07175077Recruiting
7T MRI scan to find tiny brain metastases in small-cell lung cancer
This trial uses a powerful 7T MRI scanner to detect very small brain metastases in people with small-cell lung cancer who choose not to get preventive brain radiation. The goal is to see if this advanced scan can find hidden spots in the brain that regular MRIs miss.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07139990RecruitingPhase 1
Personalized radiotherapy for lung cancer or brain tumors
This trial tests whether giving tailored radiation alongside standard treatments can improve outcomes for people with extensive stage small cell lung cancer or solid tumors that have spread to the brain. It aims to personalize your treatment plan based on your specific situation.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06176261RecruitingPhase 2
Datopotamab deruxtecan for breast cancer with brain spread
This trial tests a new drug called datopotamab deruxtecan for people with HER2-negative breast cancer that has spread to the brain. It looks at how well the drug works against brain metastases.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05909618RecruitingPhase 2
Crizanlizumab with nivolumab for brain-spread melanoma or glioblastoma
This Phase 2 study tests crizanlizumab alone or with nivolumab to treat people with certain brain tumors that have spread to the brain (melanoma) or glioblastoma. The goal is to see whether this approach can control the disease and improve outcomes.
Ramat Gan, IsraelAges 18 years+ - NCT05800223RecruitingPhase 3
Armatinib with or without brain radiation for EGFR lung cancer
This study tests whether armatinib alone or combined with focused brain radiation (SRT) can control brain metastases from EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer. It aims to improve outcomes for people with few, mostly low-symptom brain spots.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07136428RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Asciminib for HER2+ breast cancer that has spread to the brain
This trial tests the drug asciminib for people with HER2-positive breast cancer that has spread to the brain and is growing. It may be an option if you have already tried standard treatments like T-DXd and tucatinib.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07396454RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation plus anlotinib for HER2-negative breast cancer brain metastases
This trial tests whether adding anlotinib (a targeted therapy) to standard radiation can better control breast cancer that has spread to the brain. It is for people with HER2-negative breast cancer and at least one brain tumor seen on MRI.
NanjingAges 18–70 - NCT03726359Recruiting
Targeted radiation for brain metastases using staged stereotactic treatment
This Phase 1 study tests a form of focused radiation given in stages to shrink larger brain metastases. It may help people whose tumors are in the brain but not suited to whole-brain radiation alone, while also checking safety and how well the treatment can be delivered.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT03324360RecruitingPhase 1
MRI scan test in people with brain metastases after SRS
This early-phase study tests a special MRI scan using a safe tracer to see how brain metastases and brain metabolism change after SRS (a focused radiation treatment). It may help researchers find better ways to monitor treatment response in the brain.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT04303988RecruitingPhase 2
Trial for brain metastases from triple-negative breast cancer
This Phase 2 study tests a treatment for people with triple-negative breast cancer that has spread to the brain. It’s designed for situations where the cancer can’t be safely cured with surgery or focused radiation.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT04965064RecruitingPhase 2
Neratinib plus capecitabine for HER2-negative breast cancer brain mets
This study tests whether neratinib plus capecitabine can slow or shrink breast cancer that has spread to the brain. It is for people whose cancer shows an “overactive HER2 signal” on a specific tumor test, even though their cancer is labeled HER2-negative.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05139277Recruiting
Using a imaging system during brain tumor surgery
This study tests the CONVIVO system to help surgeons see certain brain tumors during surgery. It may help make operations safer and more effective by improving how tumors are identified.
Lebanon, New HampshireAges 18 years+ - NCT05452005RecruitingPhase 1
PET scan with a new tracer for lung cancer brain metastases
This Phase 1 study tests whether a specialized PET scan tracer can “light up” metastatic non-small cell lung cancer in the brain. If you join, you’ll get brain MRI and PET/CT scans and you’ll continue with your planned cancer treatments and follow-up imaging.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05464992Recruiting
PET/MRI scan study using a special brain MRI technique
This trial studies whether a special type of MRI during a PET/MRI scan (called CEST) can help doctors better evaluate brain tumors and tumor return after treatment. It may improve how well scans show where disease is before surgery or when tumors come back.
StrasbourgAges 18 years+ - NCT05522660RecruitingPhase 3
Immunotherapy or targeted therapy with focused brain radiation
This Phase 3 study tests whether immunotherapy or targeted medicine, with or without a one-time focused brain radiation procedure, can control brain metastases from melanoma or non-small cell lung cancer. It mainly enrolls people who have no (or minimal) brain symptoms and are newly diagnosed in the brain (except for certain recent brain surgery).
NaplesAges 18 years+ - NCT05704647RecruitingPhase 2
Nivolumab plus relatlimab for melanoma in the brain
This Phase 2 study tests whether nivolumab plus relatlimab can shrink or control melanoma that has spread to the brain. It may help by boosting the immune system to attack the cancer, including melanoma in brain areas that can’t be treated with prior focused radiation.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05769010RecruitingPhase 2
HER2-positive or low breast cancer brain metastasis drug study
This Phase 2 study tests SHR-A1811 in people with HER2-positive (or HER2-low) advanced breast cancer that has spread to the brain. It aims to shrink brain tumors and control the cancer in the brain, especially when there was no need for urgent local treatment like radiation or surgery.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–75 - NCT05786924RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Targeted cancer drug study for RAS/RAF mutation-positive tumors
This Phase 1/2 study tests S241656 (a targeted cancer medicine) in people whose cancers have certain “RAS/RAF” gene changes. It may help shrink tumors or control cancer growth, and also finds the safest dose and best way to use the drug.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05866432RecruitingPhase 2
Dato-DXd for triple-negative breast cancer brain metastases
This trial studies Dato-DXd (an antibody-drug medicine) in people with triple-negative breast cancer that has spread to the brain. It aims to see how well it controls brain tumors when they are newly found or growing after other treatments.
Vienna, State of ViennaAges 18–100 - NCT05911230Recruiting
MRI test to tell tumor return from temporary treatment effects
This study uses an advanced MRI scan to help doctors tell the difference between true tumor regrowth and “pseudoprogression,” which is a temporary treatment-related change that can look like progression. If it works, it may guide the safest next steps, including whether surgery is helpful.
BaselAges 18 years+ - NCT05996432RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Using imaging to guide radiation therapy for head and neck cancer or brain tumors
This trial uses a special PET scan tracer called 18F-FMISO to see areas of low oxygen (hypoxia) in your tumor. The results may help doctors adjust your radiation plan to target those areas more precisely.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06231186Recruiting
Study of iHD-SRT for brain metastases
This study tests a new type of radiation therapy (iHD-SRT) for people with brain metastases. It aims to see if this approach is safe and effective for treating tumors that have spread to the brain.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT06238882Recruiting
Nitroglycerin plus radiation for EGFR-mutant lung cancer with brain spread
This trial tests whether adding nitroglycerin (a medicine that widens blood vessels) to standard whole-brain radiation helps improve treatment for lung cancer that has spread to the brain. It is for people with a specific gene change (EGFR mutation) in their cancer.
Mexico City, Mexico CityAges 18–85 - NCT06238921RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of two drugs and radiation for triple-negative breast cancer that spread to the brain
This trial tests adding the drugs sacituzumab govitecan and zimberelimab to targeted radiation therapy for people with triple-negative breast cancer that has spread to the brain. The goal is to see if this combination helps control the cancer longer.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for brain metastases?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 155 recruiting brain metastases studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a brain metastases trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a brain metastases trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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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.