Clinical trials · Chicago, IL
Cancer clinical trials in Chicago
We’re tracking 623 recruiting cancer studies with a site in or near Chicago — including Early Phase 1, 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 near Chicago
- NCT06952504RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing two drug combos for advanced endometrial cancer
This trial tests a new drug combination (sacituzumab tirumotecan plus pembrolizumab) against pembrolizumab alone for people with a specific type of advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer that has normal mismatch repair function. It aims to see which treatment works better.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06841354RecruitingPhase 3
Sac-TMT alone or with pembrolizumab for advanced triple-negative breast cancer
This trial tests a new drug, Sac-TMT, given alone or with an immunotherapy drug (pembrolizumab) for people with advanced triple-negative breast cancer who have not yet received any treatment for advanced disease. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink tumors or slow the cancer's growth.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06647953RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a standard approach for pleuropulmonary blastoma, with or without topotecan
This trial compares a standard surgery and chemotherapy plan for type I pleuropulmonary blastoma (PPB) to adding the drug topotecan for types II and III PPB. The goal is to see if the extra drug helps shrink tumors and improve outcomes for children with more advanced disease.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Up to 21 years - NCT07195695RecruitingPhase 3
Zongertinib after surgery for HER2-mutated lung cancer
This trial tests a new pill, zongertinib, against standard of care for people with early-stage (II–IIIB) non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific HER2 mutation in the tyrosine kinase domain. The goal is to see if zongertinib can prevent the cancer from coming back after complete surgical removal.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05868226RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Personalized cancer treatment study for advanced solid tumors
This study tests different treatments tailored to your cancer's biology. It aims to find which therapy might work best for you, potentially improving outcomes. You'd receive one of the study drugs, with close monitoring and support.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06122077Recruiting
Blood test for early lung cancer detection in smokers
This trial tests a blood test that looks for multiple signals to find lung cancer early. If you are a smoker or former smoker over 50, this test might help detect cancer before you have symptoms.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 50 years+ - 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.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06906562RecruitingPhase 2
Pemigatinib for advanced pancreatic cancer with FGFR changes
This trial tests a targeted pill, pemigatinib, for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has a specific FGFR gene change. The study is done entirely through telemedicine, so you can participate from home if eligible.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07637630Recruiting
HPV Vaccine Education for Vietnamese American Parents
This study helps parents in the Vietnamese American community learn about the HPV vaccine, which prevents certain cancers. Researchers will work with you to understand what information helps families decide about vaccinating their children.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05879926RecruitingPhase 3
Testing chemo after hormone therapy in premenopausal early breast cancer
This Phase 3 trial checks whether adding chemotherapy after standard hormone-blocking treatment works better for some premenopausal women with early-stage, ER-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer. It targets patients with limited lymph node spread and a lower-to-intermediate tumor “recurrence” risk score.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–60 - NCT06706076RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Experimental pill for lung cancer with EGFR or HER2 changes
This study tests an experimental pill that targets cancer cells with certain gene changes (EGFR or HER2). It may help shrink tumors or slow the cancer's growth in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06499870RecruitingPhase 2
Study of two drugs with radiation for high-risk prostate cancer
This trial tests whether combining two hormone therapy drugs, relugolix and enzalutamide, with radiation therapy can help treat very high-risk prostate cancer. The goal is to see if this combination is safe and effective for men whose cancer has a high chance of coming back.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05852041RecruitingEarly Phase 1
PET-MRI scan to find prostate cancer before active surveillance
This early-phase study tests a special PET-MRI scan using rhPSMA-73 to better detect prostate cancer areas in men who would otherwise choose active surveillance. It may help doctors see where (and how much) cancer is present before deciding on treatment.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05863195RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a liver pump with standard chemo for colorectal cancer that spread to the liver
This trial tests whether adding a special chemotherapy pump implanted in your liver (hepatic arterial infusion) to standard chemotherapy works better than standard chemotherapy alone for people whose colorectal cancer has spread only to the liver and cannot be removed by surgery. The pump delivers high doses of chemo directly to the liver to shrink tumors and possibly control the disease longer.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05874921Recruiting
Registry for adults with UTUC treated with Jelmyto
This registry collects information about adults with upper tract urothelial cancer (UTUC) who received Jelmyto after it was approved. It helps doctors understand outcomes and real-world experience with Jelmyto.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05640999RecruitingPhase 2
Trial for early uterine cancer with POLE mutation after surgery
This Phase 2 trial studies an added (adjuvant) treatment for early-stage uterine cancer that has a specific genetic change called POLE mutation and does not have a p53 abnormal pattern. The goal is to lower the risk of the cancer coming back after surgery.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06058377RecruitingPhase 3
Adding immunotherapy to chemo for stage II-III breast cancer
This trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug durvalumab to standard chemotherapy works better than chemo alone for people with hormone receptor positive, HER2 negative breast cancer that is stage II or III and has a high-risk genetic score (MammaPrint High Risk 2).
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05245500RecruitingPhase 1
Study drug for solid tumors with MTAP gene deletion
This Phase 1 trial studies MRTX1719, a new medicine, in solid tumors that have a missing MTAP gene (MTAP deletion). It aims to find the safest dose and check how the drug affects the tumor.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06337318RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing two drugs for low-tumor burden follicular lymphoma
This trial compares a standard drug called rituximab to a newer medicine called mosunetuzumab for people with a slow-growing type of lymphoma that is not causing many symptoms. The goal is to see if mosunetuzumab works better and has fewer side effects.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07307664Recruiting
Increasing genetic testing for cancer patients
This trial aims to increase the use of genetic testing (germline testing) among cancer patients by working with healthcare providers like oncologists and nurses. If you are an oncology care team member treating adults with breast, pancreatic, or colorectal cancer, this study may be for you.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Any age - NCT06215508Recruiting
Smartwatch and geriatric assessment for older men with prostate cancer
This trial tests whether using a smartwatch along with a geriatric assessment can help doctors better manage the health of older men with metastatic prostate cancer who are about to start a new type of hormone therapy. It aims to improve quality of life and treatment outcomes.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 minutes+ - NCT05633654RecruitingPhase 3
Test drug combo versus standard care for triple-negative breast cancer
This trial tests a cancer antibody-drug combination plus pembrolizumab (immunotherapy) versus standard treatment. It’s for people with triple-negative breast cancer that still has invasive disease in the breast or lymph nodes after surgery and chemotherapy before surgery.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05174169RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Adjuvant colon chemotherapy guided by tumor DNA results
This trial tests whether treatment for colon cancer after surgery can be guided by a blood test that looks for leftover cancer signals (ctDNA). It may help some people choose stronger or different chemo based on whether ctDNA is found after surgery.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07042295RecruitingPhase 2
Amivantamab or Cetuximab for Skin Cancer in People with Weakened Immune Systems
This trial tests two drugs, amivantamab with hyaluronidase or cetuximab, in people with weakened immune systems who have advanced skin cancer (squamous cell carcinoma). The goal is to see if these treatments can help shrink or control the cancer.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near Chicago
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cancer studies listed above.
- Northwestern University · 12 studies
- University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center · 7 studies
- UC Comprehensive Cancer Center at Silver Cross · 5 studies
- University of Chicago Medicine-Orland Park · 5 studies
- Edward Hospital · 4 studies
- NorthShore University HealthSystem-Evanston Hospital · 4 studies
- Northwestern Medicine Cancer Center Warrenville · 4 studies
- Northwestern Medicine Orland Park · 4 studies
What taking part in a cancer 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 cancer clinical trials near Chicago?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 623 recruiting cancer studies with a site near Chicago, 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 cancer study near Chicago?
- 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 Chicago to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Chicago, 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 cancer 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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