Clinical trials · Raleigh–Durham, NC
Cancer clinical trials in Raleigh–Durham
We’re tracking 418 recruiting cancer studies with a site in or near Raleigh–Durham — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Raleigh–Durham
- NCT07322094RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of TORL-1-23 plus chemo before surgery for advanced ovarian cancer
This trial tests a new drug, TORL-1-23, given with chemotherapy before surgery for women with advanced ovarian cancer. It aims to see if this combination is safe and effective in shrinking tumors before they are removed.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–75 - NCT07166094RecruitingPhase 3
Rina-S vs standard therapy for advanced endometrial cancer
This trial tests a new drug called Rina-S (an antibody-drug conjugate) against standard treatments for advanced endometrial cancer that has returned after prior therapy. It may be an option if you have had at least 1 but no more than 3 prior treatments, including platinum chemo and immunotherapy.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT04871542Recruiting
Predicting risk of immune therapy side effects
This study tries to predict who is more likely to get serious side effects from immune checkpoint medicines used for solid tumors. You may help researchers by answering questionnaires before treatment and during follow-up, and by possibly storing sample specimens.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07426952Recruiting
Weight management support for breast cancer survivors
This study tests a weight management program for breast cancer survivors who live in rural areas. The program aims to help you manage weight and improve symptoms.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07235293RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new drug combo for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new combination of two drugs (DSP107 and atezolizumab) compared to another drug (fruquintinib) for people with advanced colorectal cancer that hasn't responded to standard treatments. The goal is to find a more effective treatment option.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07335354Recruiting
Decision tool for breast reconstruction after mastectomy
This study is testing a decision tool to help people who are thinking about breast reconstruction surgery after a mastectomy. The tool is designed to help you and your doctor make a more informed choice.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT05920356RecruitingPhase 3
Tested KRAS-targeted sotorasib plus chemo vs pembrolizumab plus chemo
This Phase 3 trial tests whether sotorasib plus standard chemotherapy works better than pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) plus standard chemotherapy as first treatment for certain advanced lung cancers. It may help people whose tumors have a KRAS G12C mutation and that do not show PD-L1 on testing.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–100 - NCT07206225RecruitingPhase 1
Study of PF-08052667 in non-muscle invasive bladder cancer
This trial tests a new study medicine called PF-08052667 for people with a certain type of bladder cancer that hasn't spread into the muscle. It's for those who have already tried BCG treatment and can't or won't have their bladder removed.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06778863RecruitingPhase 1
A study of CLSP-1025 for adults with certain solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called CLSP-1025 for people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific change in the p53 gene (R175H). The drug targets this change to help fight the cancer.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07144228Recruiting
Platelet test for finding and tracking prostate cancer
This trial studies a new blood test that looks at platelets (a part of your blood) to help find prostate cancer or keep track of it. You may join if you are a man over 40 with a suspicion of prostate cancer who has not been treated for it before.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 40 years+ - NCT05652686RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Studying PT217 for neuroendocrine cancers
This trial tests a new drug called Peluntamig (PT217) for people with certain types of neuroendocrine cancers, like small cell lung cancer. It aims to see if the drug can help when standard treatments stop working or aren't an option.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT05827081RecruitingPhase 3
Ribociclib plus endocrine therapy for early breast cancer
This trial studies whether adding ribociclib to standard hormone (endocrine) therapy lowers the risk of breast cancer coming back in early-stage, hormone-receptor–positive cancer. It mainly looks at safety and how well the treatment controls cancer after surgery and (sometimes) prior hormone treatment.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–100 - 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+ - NCT07216456Recruiting
Vaginal dilator therapy after pelvic radiation
This trial tests a program to help women use vaginal dilators after finishing pelvic radiation for cancers like cervical or anal cancer. It aims to improve vaginal health and quality of life.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06532773RecruitingDurham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+
- NCT07098988RecruitingPhase 2
Visugromab plus standard chemo-immunotherapy for lung cancer
This trial tests an experimental drug called visugromab added to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy for people newly diagnosed with advanced non-squamous lung cancer. It aims to see if the combination works better than standard treatment alone.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06840886RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new drug for advanced solid tumors
This study tests an experimental drug called PHST001 for people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal is to see if it is safe and if it can help shrink tumors.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07488676RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of ASP546C for stomach, pancreas, and other cancers
This trial tests a new drug called ASP546C in people with certain advanced cancers that have a specific marker (CLDN18.2). It aims to see if the drug can shrink or slow tumor growth.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT05554406RecruitingPhase 2
New drug therapy for high-risk AML
This trial is testing new drug combinations for people with newly diagnosed, high-risk AML who have not yet started treatment. It aims to find more effective therapies for this aggressive form of leukemia.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–59 - NCT05974150Recruiting
Remote symptom monitoring for several blood and cancer types
This study checks how well remote (at-home) symptom check-ins work for people with certain cancers. It may help patients and clinicians spot problems earlier and improve day-to-day care during treatment and beyond.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 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.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06732375Recruiting
Mindset Moments for young adult cancer survivors
This study looks at a simple online program called 'Mindset Moments' to help young adults (ages 19-25) who have finished cancer treatment feel better emotionally. You may join if you're still feeling some distress and want to try a new way to cope.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 19–25 - NCT06982677Recruiting
Improving health in early menopause after cancer
This study looks at ways to improve health and well-being in young women who went into early menopause after cancer treatment. It might help you feel better and manage menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, sleep problems, or mood changes.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–44 - NCT06139458Recruiting
Cooling therapy to prevent nerve damage from chemo
This trial tests if cooling sleeves and gloves during chemotherapy can help prevent nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy) in people with gynecologic cancers. If you are receiving a common chemo drug called paclitaxel, this approach might reduce side effects like numbness or pain in your hands and feet.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near Raleigh–Durham
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cancer studies listed above.
- Duke Cancer Institute · 8 studies
- Duke University Medical Center · 8 studies
- Duke University · 3 studies
- Duke Cancer Center · 2 studies
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · 2 studies
- 2400 Pratt Street
- Biorepository and Precision Pathology Center (BRPC)
- Cone Health Cancer Center at Alamance Regional
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.
Looking wider? See all recruiting cancer studies in North Carolina.
Common questions
- Are there cancer clinical trials near Raleigh–Durham?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 418 recruiting cancer studies with a site near Raleigh–Durham, 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 Raleigh–Durham?
- 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 Raleigh–Durham to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Raleigh–Durham, 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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