Clinical trials · Maryland
Cancer clinical trials in Maryland
We’re tracking 707 recruiting cancer studies with a site in Maryland — including Early Phase 1, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Maryland
- NCT03861676RecruitingEarly Phase 1
PET-guided targeted radiation for early prostate cancer
This early-phase study tests a precise, targeted radiation treatment for prostate cancer, using a special PET scan to help plan exactly where to treat. It may help reduce the amount of radiation to surrounding tissues while treating the cancer.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT03340506RecruitingPhase 4
Follow-on treatment study for dabrafenib and trametinib
This study lets people who finished a prior dabrafenib/trametinib trial (sponsored by Novartis or former GSK) continue those medicines if the study doctor thinks it will help. It mainly focuses on ongoing treatment benefit rather than testing a new drug.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT03300830Recruiting
Testing tumors linked to viruses, HIV, and immune disorders
This study collects and analyzes tumor tissue to learn what drives certain cancers and growths linked to viruses, HIV, and immune system problems. Results may help researchers understand disease causes and point to better future treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT03193970Recruiting
Study recovery after bladder removal surgery
This trial looks at how patients recover after radical cystectomy, a surgery that removes the bladder for bladder cancer. It will study recovery patterns to help understand what recovery may look like and possibly improve care.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT02759744Enrolling by invitation
Laser treatment for certain prostate tumors guided by MRI images
This trial tests whether a precisely targeted laser procedure—guided by MRI images—can treat prostate cancer. It may help some men who have a certain type and location of tumor while aiming to avoid nearby sensitive structures.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT02682667Recruiting
Providing blood samples for cancer immunotherapy research
This study collects and stores blood/tissue samples (called biospecimens) to support immunotherapy research at the cancer center. If you may qualify, your samples help researchers test new immune-based cancer treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT02474160Recruiting
Banking cancer tissue and blood for future research
This study collects and stores leftover or newly taken samples of tissue and blood from people with cancer. The goal is to build a research library that can help investigators study cancer and develop better tests or treatments.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2 months+ - NCT02595957Recruiting
Study about how people understand genetic test results
This trial studies what people and families think and understand about genetic test results, especially when results suggest a higher risk for disease. It may also include interviews and follow-up, and in some cases additional family testing if it fits the study’s goals.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 month–105 years - NCT02315599Enrolling by invitation
Follow-up for delayed side effects after gene-cell therapy
This study checks people for delayed side effects after receiving gene-based cell therapy from the NIH. It helps doctors learn what problems may happen later and how to monitor them safely.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1–99 - NCT02422641RecruitingPhase 2
High-dose methotrexate for breast cancer in the brain lining
This Phase 2 trial tests whether giving high-dose methotrexate into the bloodstream can help treat breast cancer that has spread to the thin lining covering the brain and spinal cord. It may help reduce cancer in the leptomeningeal (brain-lining) area and control symptoms.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT02468024RecruitingPhase 3
Surgery or focused radiation for early lung cancer
This study compares two treatments—removing only part of the lung (sublobar resection) versus a focused radiation approach (stereotactic ablative radiotherapy)—for early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. It aims to see which option works better with fewer problems for the right patients.
Annapolis, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT01676805Recruiting
Collecting tissue samples for lymphoma research
This study collects leftover tissue samples from patients with or without lymphoma to help researchers better understand lymph system cancers. It may be an option if you are already having a biopsy or surgery.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT02154022Enrolling by invitation
Testing extra blood samples in patients with unexpected drug effects
This study collects extra lab samples from people already taking experimental or approved cancer treatments at NIH. It helps researchers understand why you may be having an unexpected response or side effects, and whether drug levels in the body might be the cause.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2 years+ - NCT00006518Recruiting
Tissue samples from people with viral infections or cancer
This study collects tissue and blood samples from people who have or have been exposed to certain viruses (HIV, KSHV, HPV, EBV, or HTLV-1) or who have developed cancer or precancerous skin lesions. The samples help researchers understand how these viruses may lead to cancer.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT01087333Recruiting
Share blood samples to help study blood cancers and treatments
This study collects human samples (like blood or other specimens) to learn more about hairy cell leukemia and other leukemias. It also helps researchers develop new lab-made immune-based medicines for cancer treatment.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT00923065Enrolling by invitation
NCI care and data study for patients and donors
This study helps collect information and provide certain clinical care and interventions for people who come to the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Clinical Center (CCR). It may be a fit if you need NCI-level evaluation or support because your condition is complex, or if you’re involved as a cellular therapy donor or certain family members needing genetic testing.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 4 weeks–120 years - NCT00027326Enrolling by invitation
Blood and Urine Study During Radiation Therapy
This study collects blood and urine samples from patients receiving radiation therapy to understand how the body responds to treatment. It may help researchers improve radiation therapy in the future.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT00923442Enrolling by invitation
Study of blood cancers’ biology using stored or new tissue
This trial studies how different blood cancers and early (pre-cancer) blood conditions work, using tumor/blood tissue samples. It may help researchers learn more about disease biology for future treatments, with little to no extra risk if samples come from routine care.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1–120 - NCT00026650Recruiting
Understanding Long-Term Effects After Radiation Therapy
This study follows patients who have received radiation therapy to learn about long-term health effects and how the disease progresses over time. By tracking your health over the years, researchers hope to better understand and help future patients manage side effects.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT01109394Recruiting
Help study tumors with sample testing and a research biology library
This study collects tumor (or related) samples to analyze their genes and build a shared research “biobank.” It may help researchers understand cancers better for future diagnosis and treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 4 weeks+ - NCT01109420Recruiting
Family study of non-medullary thyroid cancer and genetics
This study looks at families affected by non-medullary thyroid cancer to understand patterns and possible genetic risk. You may be able to join even if you personally do not have the cancer, as long as you have the right family history and can complete a questionnaire.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 7–90 - NCT01247597Recruiting
Study of DICER1-related tumor history in families
This study follows people affected by DICER1-related tumors (and sometimes family members) to better understand how these conditions develop over time. It may help families by improving knowledge and guiding genetic counseling and future care.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 month–99 years - NCT05350748Recruiting
MDS study using detailed tests on blood and bone marrow
This study carefully evaluates people with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) and closely related blood disorders using detailed medical, blood, and bone marrow testing. The goal is to better understand these conditions and how they progress, which may help guide future care.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 day–120 years - NCT06487481RecruitingPhase 1
Radiation before surgery for recurrent adrenal cancer
This trial tests whether giving radiation before surgery helps people with adrenal cancer that has come back after previous treatment. It aims to see if this approach can improve outcomes for patients who can have surgery at the NIH.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120
Cancer trials by city in Maryland
Where these studies are running in Maryland
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cancer studies listed above.
- National Institutes of Health Clinical Center · 18 studies
- Johns Hopkins Hospital
- Johns Hopkins University
- Luminis Health Research Institute
- National Cancer Institute - Shady Grove
- National Institute of Health
- Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins
- SKCCC at Johns Hopkins
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.
Cancer trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there cancer clinical trials in Maryland?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 707 recruiting cancer studies with a site in Maryland, 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 in Maryland?
- 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 Maryland to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Maryland, 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.
Not the right time?
New cancer studies open in Maryland 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.