Clinical trials
Brain Tumor clinical trials
Below are recruiting brain tumor clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 269 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05857969RecruitingPhase 1
Testing cancer drug response on removed tumor tissue
This early study uses tumor tissue (or bone marrow from blood cancers) and performs lab tests to see which cancer drugs may work better for each person. It also collects genetic information from blood or a saliva swab to help understand why cancers respond differently.
Miami, FloridaAges 1 day–21 years - NCT05839379Recruiting
Targeted therapy study for children and young adults with brain tumors
This trial studies a targeted medicine approach for high-grade glioma (a fast-growing brain tumor) and some diffuse midline tumors, including DIPG. It may help by matching treatment to tumor biology using tumor testing done before or around starting standard therapy.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 1–39 - NCT05843253RecruitingPhase 2
Ribociclib plus everolimus or temozolomide for certain brain tumors
This Phase 2 study tests ribociclib with either everolimus or temozolomide, depending on the specific brain tumor type. It may help slow tumor growth in children and young adults whose tumor has specific genetic changes and who have had recent standard radiation therapy.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 1–39 - NCT02417324Recruiting
Registering new brain tumor patients to build better care
This study collects medical information (and sometimes tumor tissue) from people diagnosed with certain brain tumors after January 1, 2012. It aims to improve understanding of these tumors worldwide so future care can be better.
AachenAges Any age - NCT05588141RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Zotiraciclib for recurrent brain tumors with IDH mutations
This early-phase study tests zotiraciclib in people with recurring diffuse gliomas (brain tumors) that have an IDH1 or IDH2 mutation. It may help slow the tumor or shrink it by targeting a specific change in tumor biology.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 15 years+ - NCT05590689RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Light-activated treatment for recurring brain tumor
This study tests a light-activated therapy (radiodynamic therapy) using a special medicine to help treat a brain tumor that has come back after prior treatment. It may be offered after doctors decide you need further radiation for your recurrence.
MünsterAges 18–75 - NCT05576103Recruiting
Study of brain tumor thinking and MRI during radiation
This study follows adults with a primary brain tumor to understand how thinking skills and brain images change over time during radiation therapy. It may help researchers measure treatment effects and better track brain changes.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–99 - NCT05432804RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Selinexor added to temozolomide for recurring brain glioblastoma
This trial studies whether adding selinexor to the standard chemotherapy temozolomide (with radiation) can better treat glioblastoma that has come back after prior treatment. If you meet specific tumor, health, and lab requirements, the goal is to slow tumor growth or improve symptoms.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05435859Enrolling by invitation
Mapping the brain area for speech during surgery
This study uses tiny brain electrodes placed during surgery to better understand how a brain region helps with speech. The results may guide safer brain mapping during surgery for people with epilepsy or brain tumors.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT05375617Recruiting
Study for newly diagnosed childhood cancers in Europe
This study follows children and teens with newly diagnosed certain leukemia (ALL) and certain favorable brain tumors to learn best care and outcomes. It may help your team compare standard treatments and monitor health over time.
New York, New YorkAges 3–21 - NCT05014841Enrolling by invitation
Brain electrode study of speech across different languages
This study uses electrodes placed on the brain during surgery to understand how speech is represented in different languages. It may help doctors better map language areas and improve surgical planning for people having brain surgery.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT04699773Recruiting
Laser treatment then focused radiation for new brain gliomas
This trial studies a two-step treatment for newly diagnosed high-grade glioma: first laser treatment (LITT) to target the tumor, followed by a shorter, more focused course of radiation. It may help shrink or control the tumor while limiting treatment time.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT04692324Recruiting
Test spinal fluid tests to help identify brain tumor types
This study looks at spinal fluid (cerebrospinal fluid, or CSF) to find markers that may signal a brain or spinal tumor or related abnormal growth. If you have a suspected tumor near the CSF spaces, these results may help doctors better classify what’s going on.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges Any age - NCT04479696Recruiting
Video coaching to ease anxiety during brain tumor radiation
This study tests a personalized video meant to reduce stress and anxiety for people getting radiation for brain tumors, and for their caregivers. You and your caregiver would complete short questionnaires before and after using the video support.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04278118Recruiting
Proton radiation study for non-cancer brain tumor types
This trial tests a radiation plan that gives treatment in fewer, larger “fractions” using proton beams (or sometimes photon beams) for certain non-cancer brain tumor types. It aims to see how well this approach works while keeping side effects manageable.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT04322734Recruiting
Blood tests study immune and metabolism markers in neurodevelopment
This study looks for biological “signals” in blood—related to the immune system and metabolism—to better understand conditions like autism and other brain or development-related disorders. It may help researchers find markers that could guide future diagnosis or treatment.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Up to 18 years - NCT04085887RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Uses a targeted dye to help find brain tumors during surgery
This early-stage trial tests whether an injected medicine with a glowing dye (panitumumab-IRDye800) can help doctors better see pediatric brain tumors during planned surgery. If it works, it may help surgeons remove more tumor tissue safely.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 6 months–25 years - NCT03649880RecruitingPhase 2
Imaging brain tumors with FMISO in adults
This trial tests whether a new imaging agent called FMISO can help see areas of low oxygen in brain tumors. It may help doctors better target treatment for gliomas.
Portland, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT03122197RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Letrozole for recurrent high-grade brain tumors
This early-phase study tests letrozole, a hormone-blocking medicine, in adults with recurrent high-grade gliomas. The goal is to see if it can help control the tumor and is safe enough to study further.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT02670161Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Using electronic records to improve care for brain and nerve conditions
This study looks at how doctors use electronic medical records to improve treatment and care for people with certain brain and nervous system conditions. It may help because it tests practice-based approaches across neurology visits.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 18–100 - NCT00870129Recruiting
MRI mapping to plan radiation for certain brain tumors
This study uses MRI scans to find higher-risk areas in certain brain and other solid tumors and help plan radiation treatment. It also looks for changes in tumor “metabolites” (chemicals in the tumor) that may relate to how the tumor behaves.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07464470Recruiting
Comparing stomach cancer and brain metastasis genetics
This trial studies stomach and esophageal cancers that spread to the brain. It compares the genetic makeup of the original tumor to the brain metastasis, which may help find better treatments.
MoscowAges 18 years+ - NCT07139990RecruitingPhase 1
Personalized radiotherapy for lung, brain, sarcoma, or head and neck cancers
This trial tests whether giving personalized radiotherapy alongside standard treatments can better control several types of cancer: small cell lung cancer, brain metastases, soft tissue sarcoma, and head and neck cancer. It aims to see if this approach helps patients live longer without their cancer growing or coming back.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07476781Recruiting
Liquid biopsy study for solid tumours and brain tumours
This study collects samples of spinal fluid and blood from people with solid tumours that have spread to the brain or spine, or who have primary brain tumours. The goal is see if these samples can help doctors detect and monitor these cancers more easily.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for brain tumor?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 269 recruiting brain tumor 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 tumor 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 tumor 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.
Related conditions
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.