Clinical trials · Massachusetts
Cancer clinical trials in Massachusetts
We’re tracking 758 recruiting cancer studies with a site in Massachusetts — 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 in Massachusetts
- NCT07192614RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of AZD6621 for men with advanced prostate cancer
This study tests a new drug called AZD6621 for men with metastatic prostate cancer that no longer responds to standard hormone therapy. The goal is to see how safe it is and whether it can slow down the cancer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07187063Recruiting
Using urine tests to reduce checkups for bladder cancer
This trial tests whether monitoring urine tumor DNA can safely reduce how often patients need invasive cystoscopy checkups after initial treatment for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer.
Burlington, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07181161RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new drug for metastatic prostate cancer
This trial tests an investigational drug (AZD0516) alone or with other treatments in men with prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body and is no longer responding to hormone therapy. It aims to see if the drug can help control the cancer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–130 - NCT07174336RecruitingPhase 3
Testing Tersolisib with other treatments for advanced breast cancer
This trial tests a new study drug called Tersolisib combined with other anti-cancer treatments for people with advanced breast cancer that has a specific gene change (PIK3CA). The goal is to see if the combination can help shrink or slow the cancer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07168629Recruiting
Community health workers help you get lung cancer screening
This trial tests whether a community health worker can help you get a lung cancer screening. If you are at risk for lung cancer and go to certain community health centers, this program may help you get the screening you need.
Springfield, MassachusettsAges 50–80 - NCT07162337Recruiting
Diet education to lower colon cancer risk after polyp removal
This study tests whether a diet education program can change the balance of gut bacteria and bile acids to lower the risk of colorectal cancer in people who have had polyps removed.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT07155174RecruitingPhase 2
Testing new drug combo for first-line extensive small cell lung cancer
This trial tests a new combination treatment (ABBV-706 plus atezolizumab) as a first option for people with extensive stage small cell lung cancer. It compares this new approach to the usual standard treatment, aiming to see if it works better and has fewer side effects.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07140900RecruitingPhase 1
Study of xaluritamig combined with hormone therapy for advanced prostate cancer
This trial tests a new drug, xaluritamig, given with standard hormone therapy for men with prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic) and is still sensitive to hormone therapy. It aims to see if the combination is safe and works better than hormone therapy alone.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07144280RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a new drug vs docetaxel for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests a new experimental drug called PF-08046054/SGN-PDL1V against a standard chemotherapy (docetaxel) for people with a type of advanced lung cancer that has PD-L1 protein on at least 1% of tumor cells and has progressed after prior treatments. The goal is to see if the new drug works better or has fewer side effects.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07129993RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of datopotamab deruxtecan with chemo for advanced bladder cancer
This trial is testing a new drug combination for advanced bladder cancer that has grown despite previous treatment. It pairs a targeted therapy (datopotamab deruxtecan) with chemotherapy, and the goal is to see if it can slow down or stop the cancer better than standard chemo alone.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07128355RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Combined immunotherapy and radiation for colorectal cancer
This trial tests the combination of two immunotherapy drugs (botensilimab and balstilimab) plus targeted radiation to liver tumors. It's for people with colorectal cancer that has spread and hasn't responded to standard treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07116668Enrolling by invitation
Colovac device study for colon surgery patients
This trial tests a device called Colovac that protects the connection made during colon surgery for cancer. It may help patients who need a temporary colostomy bag heal better.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 22 years+ - NCT07123090RecruitingPhase 2
Triple Therapy for Advanced Kidney Cancer
This trial tests a combination of three drugs—sasanlimab (immunotherapy), palbociclib (targeted therapy), and axitinib (VEGF inhibitor)—for people with advanced kidney cancer who have not had prior treatment. It aims to see if this triple therapy is safe and effective.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07106762RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of new targeted drug vs chemo for bladder cancer
This trial tests a new drug called Izalontamab Brengitecan (a targeted therapy that delivers chemo straight to cancer cells) against standard platinum chemotherapy for people whose bladder cancer worsened after immunotherapy. It may be an option if you are fit for chemo but haven't had platinum chemo recently.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07111520RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Combination treatment for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests two investigational drugs, BNT326 and BNT327, together in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that has spread or can't be cured with local treatment. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and might help shrink tumors.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07100080RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
New drug vs chemotherapy for EGFR-mutated lung cancer
This trial tests a new drug called izalontamab brengitecan (BMS-986507) against standard chemotherapy (platinum plus pemetrexed) for people with a specific type of lung cancer that has an EGFR mutation and has stopped responding to newer targeted pills.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07100106RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of GDC-4198 alone or with giredestrant for advanced breast cancer
This trial tests a new treatment (GDC-4198) alone or with another drug (giredestrant) compared to a standard combination (abemaciclib and giredestrant) for people with advanced hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer that has progressed after previous treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07091032Recruiting
Building connections for better health
This study tests if helping people address obesity, cancer screenings, or mental health struggles can improve their overall health. You may qualify if you have obesity, are behind on colon or cervical cancer screening, or have depression or anxiety.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–75 - NCT07061951RecruitingPhase 2
Mirdametinib for relapsed or refractory CLL or SLL
This trial tests a drug called mirdametinib for people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) that has come back or not responded to at least two prior treatments, including a BTK inhibitor and a BCL2 inhibitor. The goal is to see if mirdametinib can help shrink the cancer or slow its growth.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07063745RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Comparing a new drug combo for advanced lung cancer with a specific gene change
This trial tests a new drug called Navlimetostat combined with pembrolizumab and chemotherapy versus a placebo with the same standard treatments. It is for people with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific missing gene (MTAP deletion) and who have not had prior treatment for their advanced disease.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07059845RecruitingPhase 2
Studying mirvetuximab combos for ovarian cancer
This trial tests multiple combinations of the drug mirvetuximab soravtansine with other treatments for people with ovarian cancer. It aims to see how well these combos work and what side effects they cause.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07046923RecruitingPhase 1
A study of LY4175408 for advanced cancer
This trial tests a new targeted drug (LY4175408) for people with certain advanced solid tumors (lung, endometrial, or triple negative breast cancer) who have already tried standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and effective.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07037758RecruitingPhase 1
Study of tarlatamab and AB248 for extensive stage small cell lung cancer
This trial tests a new combination of two drugs, tarlatamab and AB248, for people with extensive stage small cell lung cancer that has worsened after at least one prior treatment. The goal is to see if this combination can help shrink tumors or slow the cancer's growth.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–90 - NCT07023289RecruitingPhase 2
Study of Telisotuzumab Adizutecan for ctDNA-Positive Colorectal Cancer
This trial tests a new drug, Telisotuzumab Adizutecan, given through a vein (infusion) alone or with standard treatments for people with colorectal cancer who have no visible tumors on scans but still have cancer DNA (ctDNA) in their blood after surgery and chemotherapy.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+
Cancer trials by city in Massachusetts
Where these studies are running in Massachusetts
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cancer studies listed above.
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute · 9 studies
- Massachusetts General Hospital · 3 studies
- Research Site · 3 studies
- Baystate Medical Center
- Boston Medical Center
- Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Disparities Research Unit, Massachusetts General Hospital
- Enveda Investigative Site
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 Massachusetts?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 758 recruiting cancer studies with a site in Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts?
- 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 Massachusetts to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts 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.