Clinical trials · Massachusetts
Cancer clinical trials in Massachusetts
We’re tracking 756 recruiting cancer studies with a site in Massachusetts — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Massachusetts
- NCT05482893RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Spevatamig for advanced stomach, pancreas, or bile duct cancer
This trial tests a new drug called Spevatamig (PT886), alone or with different chemotherapy and/or immunotherapy combinations, for people with certain advanced stomach, pancreatic, or bile duct cancers. The goal is to see if it shrinks tumors and is safe.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06487247Recruiting
Home transfusion program for blood cancer patients
This trial offers red blood cell or platelet transfusions at home for people with blood cancer who are no longer responding to treatment. It aims to improve comfort and quality of life by avoiding hospital visits.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06496256Recruiting
Barrigel gel for radiation after prostate removal
This trial tests a gel placed in the rectum during radiation therapy to protect healthy tissue after prostate removal. It is for men whose prostate cancer has come back (PSA rise) and who need radiation to the prostate bed.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06561360RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing two treatments for hairy cell leukemia
This study tests whether a combination of targeted drugs (vemurafenib and obinutuzumab) works better than a standard chemo-immunotherapy combination (cladribine and rituximab) for people newly diagnosed with hairy cell leukemia. If you have the BRAF V600E mutation and meet blood count criteria, you may be eligible to join.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06561685RecruitingPhase 1
Study of LY4050784 for Advanced Solid Tumors with SMARCA4 Changes
This trial tests a new drug, LY4050784, for people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific change in a gene called SMARCA4 (BRG1). The study aims to see if the drug is safe and effective. It may be an option for those who have tried other treatments or have no standard options left.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06564233Recruiting
Support program for stem cell transplant patients
This trial tests a supportive care program using an avatar to help patients going through a stem cell transplant. It aims to improve your experience and outcomes during recovery.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 19 years+ - NCT05137054RecruitingPhase 1
Linvoseltamab combo for hard-to-treat multiple myeloma
This trial tests a new drug called linvoseltamab combined with other cancer treatments for people with multiple myeloma that has stopped responding to standard therapies. It may be an option if you have already tried several treatments and are looking for a new approach.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06624644RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
LNS8801 with or without pembrolizumab for advanced melanoma
This trial tests a new drug called LNS8801, alone or with pembrolizumab, for people with advanced melanoma that has stopped responding to prior treatments, especially anti-PD-1 therapy.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06644183RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Triple therapy for relapsed CLL after prior treatments
This trial tests three drugs—roginolisib, venetoclax, and rituximab—for people with CLL that has come back or not responded after at least two prior treatments, including a BTK inhibitor. The goal is to see if this combination is safe and effective.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06655246RecruitingPhase 1
Ziftomenib and imatinib for advanced GIST
This trial tests a new drug, ziftomenib, combined with imatinib for people with advanced or spreading gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) that have a KIT mutation. It may help if your GIST has gotten worse while on imatinib.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06660368RecruitingPhase 2
A study of a drug combo for relapsed or refractory AML
This trial tests a combination of targeted therapy (venetoclax) and chemotherapy (cladribine, cytarabine, G-CSF, mitoxantrone) for people with acute myeloid leukemia that has come back or not responded to previous treatment. It aims to see if this combination can help achieve remission.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT06697184RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a slower start of sonrotoclax for blood cancers
This trial tests a new way to slowly increase the dose of the drug sonrotoclax when starting treatment for blood cancers like chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or mantle cell lymphoma (MCL). The goal is to see if this slower start is safer and better tolerated.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06385080RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of amivantamab for head and neck cancer
This trial tests a drug called amivantamab, either alone or with other treatments, for people with head and neck cancer that has spread or come back. The goal is to see if the drug can help shrink tumors or control the cancer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06667908RecruitingPhase 2
Study of a drug with chemoradiation for stage 3 lung cancer
This trial tests a new drug, JNJ-90301900, given together with standard chemotherapy and radiation, followed by maintenance immunotherapy (durvalumab) for people with stage 3 non-small cell lung cancer that cannot be surgically removed. The goal is to see if adding this drug improves outcomes.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04389632RecruitingPhase 1
Sigvotatug vedotin for advanced solid tumors that spread
This early-stage study tests a drug called sigvotatug vedotin in people with advanced solid cancers that cannot be removed or have spread. It aims to see how well the treatment works and what side effects it causes.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06183437RecruitingPhase 4
Can I stop heart meds after cancer therapy?
This trial tests whether it is safe to stop taking heart failure medications in people who developed heart weakness after cancer treatment but whose heart function has since recovered. It aims to see if stopping these drugs leads to any worsening of heart health.
Boston, 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+ - NCT06708949RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy combo for advanced kidney cancer
This trial compares two immunotherapy combinations—nivolumab/relatlimab/ipilimumab vs. nivolumab/ipilimumab—as first treatment for advanced kidney cancer with clear cell features. It aims to see which combo works better for people who haven't had prior therapy.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06720142Recruiting
Magnesium bone filler study after tumor or trauma surgery
This study looks at how well a magnesium-based bone filler (Mg OSTEOCRETE) works for people who need it after bone tumor removal, to fix loose implants, or to help heal bone from injuries. Researchers want to track outcomes to see how helpful it is.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06720987RecruitingPhase 1
KQB365 for advanced solid tumors with KRAS mutations
This trial tests a new drug called KQB365, alone or with other drugs, for people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific KRAS mutation (G12C or G12S). It aims to see if the treatment is safe and effective.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06759649RecruitingPhase 1
Study of COM503 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called COM503 for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to or cannot be treated with standard therapies. It aims to see if the drug is safe and how well it works.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06780670RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Comparing a new drug to standard care for prostate cancer
This trial tests a new study drug (AAA817) against the usual treatments for men with a certain type of advanced prostate cancer that has spread and is no longer responding to a targeted radiation therapy (177Lu-PSMA). The goal is to see if the new drug can help control the disease longer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–100 - NCT06786104Recruiting
Video talks about ethical choices for kids with cancer
This trial uses videos to help parents and doctors discuss tough ethical decisions for children with cancer. It aims to guide conversations about treatment goals and care options.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT06807086Recruiting
Online talk therapy for insomnia in cancer survivors
This study tests if online therapy sessions can help cancer survivors with long-term sleep problems (insomnia). It is for people who have finished or are still in active cancer treatment, including those with stable metastatic cancer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age
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 · 16 studies
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center · 5 studies
- Massachusetts General Hospital · 5 studies
- Brigham and Women's Hospital · 3 studies
- Boston Medical Center
- Harvard University
- Lahey Hospital and 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 756 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.