Clinical trials · Maryland
Cancer clinical trials in Maryland
We’re tracking 711 recruiting cancer studies with a site in Maryland — including 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 in Maryland
- NCT06357533RecruitingPhase 3
New drug combo for advanced lung cancer with high PD-L1
This trial tests a new two-drug combination (Dato-DXd and an immunotherapy called rilvegostomig) as the first treatment for people with advanced non-squamous lung cancer who have high PD-L1 levels. The goal is to see if this combination works better than current standard options.
Annapolis, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06257693RecruitingPhase 1
Prostate cancer implant trial before prostate removal surgery
This trial tests a new enzalutamide implant (Enolen) placed in the prostate before surgery to see if it helps treat early prostate cancer. It is for men who are already planning to have their prostate removed.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 21 years+ - NCT05470491RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Haploidentical bone marrow transplant with GVHD prevention drugs
This trial tests a reduced-intensity bone marrow transplant from a related donor (haploidentical), using medicines to help prevent a serious complication called GVHD. It is for people with certain blood cancers and aims to improve outcomes by balancing transplant benefit with lower treatment intensity.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 12–120 - NCT06926868RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of a new drug versus chemotherapy for advanced triple-negative breast cancer
This trial tests a new investigational drug called izalontamab brengitecan against standard chemotherapy for people with advanced triple-negative breast cancer who cannot receive immunotherapy. The goal is to see if the new drug works better at shrinking or slowing the cancer.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05675410RecruitingPhase 3
Testing two-drug treatment versus standard for Hodgkin lymphoma
This Phase 3 study compares today’s standard treatment for classic Hodgkin lymphoma with a new combination using brentuximab vedotin and nivolumab. The goal is to see which approach works better and is safe for newly diagnosed patients with early-stage disease.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 5–60 - NCT06172296RecruitingPhase 3
Dinutuximab plus transplant for high-risk neuroblastoma
This trial tests adding a targeted drug called dinutuximab to standard chemotherapy, surgery, and a stem cell transplant for children and young adults with a new diagnosis of high-risk neuroblastoma. The goal is to see if this combination helps more patients stay in remission.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Up to 30 years - NCT06623422RecruitingPhase 3
Vaccine plus Keytruda for lung cancer after surgery
This trial tests combining a cancer vaccine (V940) with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) for people with non-small cell lung cancer that was treated with chemo and Keytruda before surgery but wasn't completely removed. The goal is to see if adding the vaccine helps prevent the cancer from coming back.
Rockville, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT04717349Recruiting
Study collects health information for kids’ and teens’ gynecology concerns
This is a research study that gathers information about pediatric and adolescent gynecology conditions. It may help researchers better understand these issues by learning about symptoms, care, and outcomes—without requiring a specific treatment.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 day–100 years - NCT03429036Recruiting
Collecting head and neck tissue samples for research
This study collects tissue and fluid samples from people with head and neck disorders to help researchers learn more about these conditions. By donating leftover samples from your regular medical care, you can help advance research without extra procedures.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 3–120 - NCT04251052Recruiting
Compare two surgeries to lower ovarian cancer risk in BRCA1 carriers
This study compares two risk-reducing surgery plans for people with a BRCA1 genetic change to see which approach helps lower ovarian cancer risk. You may be asked to have the study procedure sooner or later depending on your chosen plan.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 35–50 - NCT05646316RecruitingPhase 3
Sentinel lymph node mapping to reduce leg swelling after surgery
This study tests whether a special way of finding lymph nodes during hysterectomy can lower the risk of long-term leg swelling or related dysfunction in people with stage I endometrial cancer. It compares standard lymph node assessment with sentinel lymph node mapping and looks at how this affects day-to-day leg functioning.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06649812RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a combination targeted therapy (ViPOR) for aggressive B-cell lymphoma
This trial tests a new combination of targeted drugs called ViPOR for people with aggressive B-cell lymphoma that has come back or not responded to previous treatment. The goal is to see if this treatment can help when standard therapies haven't worked.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06393374RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a new drug combination for residual TNBC after initial treatment
This trial tests a new combination of two drugs (sacituzumab tirumotecan and pembrolizumab) compared to standard chemotherapy for people with triple-negative breast cancer that did not fully respond to initial treatment. It aims to see if this combination helps prevent cancer from coming back.
Silver Spring, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05193305Recruiting
Study collects samples during routine endoscopy to detect cancer early
This study follows adults who are having an endoscopy (a camera exam of the inside of the body) for routine care. It tests whether regular blood samples and questionnaires can help detect cancer earlier in people who do not currently have cancer.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05232916RecruitingPhase 3
Vaccine for HER2-positive breast cancer after standard treatment
This trial tests a vaccine (GLSI-100) that may help prevent the return of HER2-positive breast cancer. It is given to patients who still had cancer cells after initial treatment with trastuzumab, or who had stage III disease and achieved a complete response.
Annapolis, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT06880991Recruiting
Study on visible tumors in neurofibromatosis type 1
This study talks with people who have NF1 (and caregivers of children with NF1) about how visible tumors affect them. The goal is to create questionnaires that measure these concerns, which could lead to better support and treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 5–120 - NCT04269902RecruitingPhase 3
Early treatment check for high-risk CLL/SLL
This Phase 3 trial studies an early treatment approach for people with high-risk CLL or SLL who have not yet needed standard therapy. It aims to see if treating earlier can improve outcomes while keeping side effects manageable.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05440617Recruiting
Biobank for people having testicle-protecting cancer treatment
This study collects and stores biological samples from people who are planning to undergo OTC, a treatment used to help protect fertility during cancer therapy that can harm reproductive cells. It may help future research by providing researchers with tissue/blood samples linked to this treatment.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 4–35 - NCT05521698RecruitingPhase 1
Bicalutamide study for early bladder cancer in men
This trial tests whether bicalutamide can help men with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (an early form that hasn’t spread into muscle). It is a Phase 1 study, meaning the main goal is to see how safe it is and learn how it behaves in the body for this cancer type.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT04988074RecruitingPhase 2
Test cemiplimab for HPV-positive throat cancer using tumor biomarkers
This Phase 2 trial studies whether cemiplimab (with or without chemotherapy first) can improve treatment for HPV-positive oropharynx throat cancer. It also uses lab “biomarkers” to help guide which treatment you get next.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT04248569RecruitingPhase 1
Vaccine plus immunotherapy for a specific liver cancer gene change
This Phase 1 trial tests a personalized peptide vaccine (targeting the DNAJB1-PRKACA fusion) combined with immunotherapy drugs to treat fibrolamellar hepatocellular carcinoma (FLC) or other eligible non-FLC cancers with the same gene fusion. It aims to see whether this immune-based treatment can shrink tumors and improve outcomes safely.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 12 years+ - NCT04166409RecruitingPhase 3
Selumetinib versus chemo for low-grade brain tumor in children
This trial studies whether the targeted drug selumetinib works better than standard chemotherapy (carboplatin and vincristine) for children and young adults with a specific type of low-grade glioma (grade 1 or 2). It may help shrink tumors and slow growth while comparing side effects between the two treatment approaches.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 2–21 - NCT05605574Recruiting
Advance care planning talks for young transplant patients
This study tests a structured set of conversations about future medical care (advance care planning) for adolescents and young adults who are preparing for a stem cell transplant. It also involves a caregiver (and the care team) to help ensure the discussions are understood, documented, and completed at the right times.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT03000244Recruiting
Long-term follow-up after stem cell or gene therapy
This study checks how people do long-term after stem cell transplant, cellular therapy, or gene therapy. It may help doctors track longer-term health effects and recovery and improve future care.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 4–120
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 · 9 studies
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center · 6 studies
- Johns Hopkins University · 5 studies
- Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins · 5 studies
- University of Maryland Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center · 4 studies
- Johns Hopkins Hospital · 2 studies
- Maryland Oncology Hematology, P.A. · 2 studies
- Sinai Hospital of Baltimore · 2 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.
Cancer trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there cancer clinical trials in Maryland?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 711 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.