Clinical trials · Ohio
Cancer clinical trials in Ohio
We’re tracking 792 recruiting cancer studies with a site in Ohio — 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 Ohio
- NCT07223463Recruiting
Medication support for teens and young adults with cancer
This trial tests a program to help teenagers and young adults take their oral cancer medications as prescribed. It aims to make medication routines easier and improve adherence.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 15–24 - NCT07228832RecruitingPhase 3
Study of two drugs with chemo for advanced colorectal cancer
This clinical trial tests a new drug, ivonescimab, against an approved drug, bevacizumab. Both are given with standard chemotherapy (FOLFOX) for people with advanced colorectal cancer that has not been treated yet with chemo or other drugs.
Akron, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07227012RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of a new drug for advanced liver cancer
This trial tests a new medicine, PF-08634404, alone or with other treatments for adults with advanced liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread. It is for people who have not had prior systemic therapy and have good liver function.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07221357RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Pumitamig plus chemo vs standard care for new colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new drug called Pumitamig combined with chemotherapy against standard bevacizumab plus chemotherapy for people with advanced colorectal cancer that cannot be surgically removed and hasn't been treated yet. The goal is to see which combination works better and is safer.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07226999RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
A new study for people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer using a study drug plus chemo
This trial tests a new study medicine, PF-08634404, combined with chemotherapy for people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer. It aims to see if this combination works better than standard treatments.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07221474RecruitingPhase 2
Study of a personalized vaccine plus chemo for lung cancer
This trial tests an experimental personalized cancer vaccine (V940) combined with pembrolizumab and chemotherapy for people with advanced squamous non-small cell lung cancer that has spread. The goal is to see if adding the vaccine helps the immune system fight the cancer better.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07213674RecruitingPhase 3
A study of xaluritamig plus abiraterone for prostate cancer
This trial tests a new combination of two drugs (xaluritamig plus abiraterone) for men with a type of advanced prostate cancer that is no longer responding to hormone therapy but has not yet been treated with chemotherapy. The goal is to see if this combination works better than the standard options your doctor might choose.
Dayton, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07218809RecruitingPhase 3
Comparison of AZD5335 vs standard treatments for advanced ovarian cancer
This trial tests a new drug, AZD5335, against standard treatments (mirvetuximab soravtansine or chemotherapy) for women with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer. It aims to see if AZD5335 works better based on the level of a protein called FRα on your tumor cells.
Sylvania, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07216703RecruitingPhase 3
Study of sacituzumab tirumotecan plus pembrolizumab for cervical cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (sacituzumab tirumotecan and pembrolizumab) as a first maintenance treatment for cervical cancer that has spread or come back. It is for people who haven't had other cancer treatments for this stage and whose tumors have a certain protein marker (PD-L1).
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07217171RecruitingPhase 1
Study of EVOLVE104 for advanced bladder and squamous cell cancers
This trial tests an experimental drug called EVOLVE104 for people with advanced bladder cancer or certain types of squamous cell cancers. It aims to see if the drug is safe and if it can help shrink tumors.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07215910RecruitingPhase 3
Testing vorasidenib with temozolomide after radiation for advanced brain cancer
This trial tests whether adding the targeted drug vorasidenib to standard chemotherapy (temozolomide) after radiation helps people with a specific type of advanced brain cancer called IDH-mutant astrocytoma. It is for patients who have not had previous treatments like chemotherapy or radiation and whose tumors have certain genetic features.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 12 years+ - NCT07215988Recruiting
Studying insurance for skin cancer treatment
This study looks at how insurance covers immunotherapy given before surgery for certain skin cancers. It includes people with Merkel cell, mucosal melanoma, basal cell, or other rare skin cancers who are planning to have surgery.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07206056RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of tulmimetostat and luxdegalutamide for advanced prostate cancer
This trial tests a new combination of two drugs for men whose prostate cancer has spread and is no longer controlled by hormone therapy. The study aims to see if this treatment can help shrink tumors or slow the disease.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07207395RecruitingPhase 2
Study of JBI-802 with or without pembrolizumab for STK11-mutated lung cancer
This trial tests a new oral drug, JBI-802, alone or with pembrolizumab, for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific change in the STK11 gene. The goal is to see if this treatment can help shrink tumors or slow their growth.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - 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.
Akron, OhioAges 18 years+ - 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.
Cleveland, OhioAges 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.
Cleveland, OhioAges 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.
Avon, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07138040Recruiting
Helping young cancer survivors reconnect with follow-up care
This study helps teens and young adults who had childhood cancer get back into regular follow-up care. It tests a program to reconnect survivors with their healthcare team, so they can stay healthy long-term.
Columbus, OhioAges 15–29 - NCT07129226Recruiting
Smartwatch monitoring for leg and pelvis cancer recovery
This study uses a smartwatch to monitor your activity and recovery after treatment for sarcoma or bone cancer in your leg or pelvis. It helps your care team keep track of how you're doing from home.
Cleveland, OhioAges 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.
Cleveland, OhioAges 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.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07114614Recruiting
Fatty acid proteins and cell aging in cancer survivors
This study looks at certain proteins and signs of cell aging in cancer survivors. It may help understand how past cancer treatments affect the body over time.
Cleveland, OhioAges 5–50 - 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.
Canton, OhioAges 18 years+
Cancer trials by city in Ohio
Where these studies are running in Ohio
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cancer studies listed above.
- University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center · 6 studies
- Cleveland Clinic Main Campus · 3 studies
- The Ohio State University · 3 studies
- Cleveland Clinic - Hillcrest Hospital · 2 studies
- Cleveland Clinic Foundation · 2 studies
- Oncology Hematology Care · 2 studies
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center · 2 studies
- Case Comprehensive Cancer Center, UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital
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 Ohio?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 792 recruiting cancer studies with a site in Ohio, 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 Ohio?
- 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 Ohio to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Ohio, 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 Ohio 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.