Clinical trials · Massachusetts
Cancer clinical trials in Massachusetts
We’re tracking 757 recruiting cancer studies with a site in Massachusetts — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Massachusetts
- NCT06900023Enrolling by invitation
Studying better ways to find breast swelling after cancer treatment
This trial looks at new tools to detect lymphedema (breast or arm swelling) after breast cancer treatment. If you had breast-conserving surgery, radiation, and have finished active therapy (except certain hormone treatments), researchers want to see if a simple device can spot fluid buildup early.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05948618Enrolling by invitation
Help shape cancer symptom reports using a tablet system
This trial tests whether an electronic app and data charts (shown on a tablet) can help patients with cancer better track and share their symptoms and health experiences. You may be able to participate if you are receiving chemotherapy and/or radiation for certain cancers and can use the tablet system.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04399876Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Testing an implantable device to study drug response in prostate cancer
This early-phase study uses a tiny implant placed during prostate cancer surgery planning to help researchers measure how tumors respond to treatment while still in the body. The results may help improve future treatment choices for men with intermediate- or high-risk prostate cancer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 22 years+ - NCT00471978Recruiting
Analyzing DNA from blood and lung tumor tissue
This study looks at DNA from blood samples and lung tumor tissue in people newly diagnosed with primary lung cancer. The goal is to learn more about the cancer’s biology and possibly guide better future care.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–120 - NCT05554393RecruitingPhase 2
Treating intermediate-risk AML in younger adults
This trial compares three different drug combinations for younger adults (18-59) with intermediate-risk AML. You will be assigned to one of three groups: standard chemotherapy (cytarabine + daunorubicin), that same chemotherapy plus venetoclax, or venetoclax combined with azacitidine.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–59 - NCT07662239Recruiting
Exercise program for young sarcoma survivors
This study tests a personalized exercise service for teenagers and young adults who have had sarcoma. It aims to help you get active and stay healthy after treatment.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 15–39 - NCT05621291Recruiting
Sequencing test to guide care after CD19 CAR T in kids
This study checks a DNA-based lab test (next-generation sequencing, or NGS) to monitor B-cell recovery after CD19 CAR T treatment in children and young adults. The goal is to see whether the test can help guide management while looking for remission and safe recovery.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 1–25 - NCT07164443RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Pasritamig with or without JNJ-87189401 for advanced prostate cancer
This study tests a new combination therapy for advanced prostate cancer that has stopped responding to standard treatments. It aims to see if the combination is more effective than placebo in slowing the cancer's growth.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06765109RecruitingPhase 3
Testing neladalkib for untreated ALK-positive lung cancer
This study tests a new pill called neladalkib to see if it works better than the current standard treatment (alectinib) for people with ALK-positive lung cancer who have not yet received any cancer therapy for advanced disease. It may be a good option if you have ALK-positive NSCLC and have not been treated before.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06917911RecruitingPhase 2
Testing two drug additions to standard chemotherapy for a type of acute myeloid leukemia
This trial tests whether adding venetoclax or gemtuzumab ozogamicin to the usual chemotherapy helps people with a specific genetic type of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) respond better. It may improve chances of remission.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–59 - 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.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Up to 21 years - NCT06672146RecruitingPhase 2
New treatments for AML with an IDH2 mutation
This trial tests new treatments for people with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has a change in the IDH2 gene. It aims to find a better option for those who cannot have standard high-dose chemotherapy.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06975293RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
STC-15 with toripalimab for advanced cancers and sarcomas
This trial tests a new drug called STC-15, either alone or with another drug (toripalimab), for people with certain advanced cancers or sarcomas that have progressed after prior treatment. The goal is to see if this combination or single drug can help shrink tumors or slow the disease.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07252232RecruitingPhase 3
A pill to prevent pancreatic cancer recurrence after surgery
This trial tests an experimental daily pill, daraxonrasib, in people with pancreatic cancer that has been surgically removed. It’s for those who also had chemotherapy and have a specific DNA change called a RAS mutation. The goal is to see if the pill helps prevent the cancer from coming back.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT02402244Recruiting
Caring registry study for children and young people with cancer
This study keeps a careful record of children, teens, and young adults with cancer (and some related growths) and may follow them over time. It helps researchers better track outcomes and future contact so care can improve.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Up to 25 years - NCT06855277RecruitingPhase 3
AAA817 with hormone therapy for advanced prostate cancer
This trial tests a new combination treatment (AAA817 plus a hormone therapy) against standard care for men with advanced PSMA-positive prostate cancer that has spread and stopped responding to a previous hormone therapy. It may be an option if you haven't had certain prior treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–100 - NCT07644559RecruitingPhase 2
VS-7375 for KRAS G12D pancreatic cancer
This study tests a new drug called VS-7375, combined with cetuximab, for pancreatic cancer patients whose tumors have a specific genetic mutation called KRAS G12D. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink tumors and help patients live longer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07002034RecruitingPhase 2
RE104 for adjustment disorder related to cancer or other serious illnesses
This trial is testing a new medication (RE104) for people who have adjustment disorder with depressed mood or anxiety because of a serious medical condition like cancer, ALS, MS, Parkinson's, or lung fibrosis. It's a study to see if the drug is safe and reduces symptoms.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT06890598RecruitingPhase 3
Study of olomorasib for KRAS G12C-mutant lung cancer
This trial tests a new targeted therapy (olomorasib) combined with standard treatments for people with a specific type of non-small cell lung cancer that has a KRAS G12C mutation. Depending on the stage of your cancer, you may receive it before or after surgery, or along with chemotherapy and radiation.
Burlington, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05899608RecruitingPhase 3
Testing ivonescimab as first treatment for metastatic lung cancer
This Phase 3 trial tests ivonescimab as a first-line treatment for metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It may help people by improving how well the cancer responds, especially in tumors with PD-L1 activity, but you must meet specific medical and testing requirements.
Burlington, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06119581RecruitingPhase 3
Oloromosib with Immunotherapy as First Treatment for KRAS G12C Lung Cancer
This trial tests a new targeted pill (olomorasib) combined with immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) and possibly chemotherapy for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a KRAS G12C mutation and has not been treated before.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05614739RecruitingPhase 1
Study of vepugratinib for cancers with FGFR3 gene changes
This study tests a new pill, vepugratinib, for people whose cancer has a specific change in a gene called FGFR3. The drug targets this gene change to try to slow or shrink the cancer, and may be an option if standard treatments have not worked.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 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.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07218380RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Vepugratinib for advanced bladder or urinary tract cancer
This trial tests an experimental drug called Vepugratinib for people with advanced urinary tract cancer that has a specific change in the FGFR3 gene. It may be an option if you haven't had other treatments for advanced cancer and are looking for a new approach.
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 · 12 studies
- Massachusetts General Hospital · 7 studies
- Lahey Hospital and Medical Center · 4 studies
- Tufts Medical Center · 3 studies
- Boston Medical Center · 2 studies
- Brigham and Women's Hospital · 2 studies
- University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School · 2 studies
- Baystate Medical Center
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 757 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.