Clinical trials · Pennsylvania
Cancer clinical trials in Pennsylvania
We’re tracking 838 recruiting cancer studies with a site in Pennsylvania — including Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Pennsylvania
- 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 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.
Wilkes-Barre, PennsylvaniaAges 18–59 - 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04616560RecruitingPhase 2
New drug for recurrent Wilms tumor, osteosarcoma, and DSRCT
This trial tests a targeted drug called trastuzumab deruxtecan for children and young adults with certain cancers that have come back or not responded to treatment. It may help if your tumor has not responded to standard therapies.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 12–39 - NCT07276399RecruitingPhase 3
Study of amivantamab plus standard care for head and neck cancer
This trial tests whether adding the drug amivantamab to usual treatments helps people with advanced head and neck cancer that has come back or spread. It compares the combination to standard care alone.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06662786RecruitingPhase 3
Amivantamab plus chemo vs. standard chemo for left-sided colorectal cancer
This trial compares a new combination (amivantamab plus chemotherapy) with the standard treatment (cetuximab plus chemotherapy) as the first therapy for people with left-sided colorectal cancer that has spread. The goal is to see which approach works better when the tumor has no mutations in the KRAS, NRAS, or BRAF genes.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07326566RecruitingPhase 2
Silevertinib and chemo for a type of glioblastoma
This trial tests a new drug, silevertinib, combined with temozolomide (a chemotherapy) for people with a newly diagnosed glioblastoma that has certain genetic markers. It aims to see if this combination works better than standard treatment for tumors with these specific features.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07225946RecruitingPhase 3
Study of pasritamig with docetaxel for advanced prostate cancer
This trial tests a new drug called pasritamig combined with the chemotherapy docetaxel, compared to docetaxel alone, in men with prostate cancer that has spread and is no longer responding to hormone therapy.
Allentown, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05554406RecruitingPhase 2
New drug therapy for high-risk AML
This trial is testing new drug combinations for people with newly diagnosed, high-risk AML who have not yet started treatment. It aims to find more effective therapies for this aggressive form of leukemia.
Allentown, PennsylvaniaAges 18–59 - NCT04239573Recruiting
Compare pancreatic cyst checkup programs and test markers
This study compares different ways to monitor pancreatic cysts and also measures blood or other test markers to see which approach is more helpful. It may help patients by finding the safest, most effective way to track certain cysts that could otherwise be hard to manage.
Allentown, PennsylvaniaAges 50–75 - 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.
Allentown, PennsylvaniaAges 18–59 - 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.
Sellersville, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 21 years - NCT06780111RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Combination therapy study for advanced esophageal cancer
This trial tests new drug combinations for people with advanced squamous cell cancer of the esophagus that hasn't been treated yet. It aims to see if these combinations can shrink tumors and help patients live longer.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07405151RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
New drug for advanced esophageal cancer after other treatments
This trial tests a new drug called Ifinatamab Deruxtecan for people with advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma that has progressed after one or two prior treatments. It aims to see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow the disease.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06513962RecruitingPhase 3
Triptorelin to protect ovaries in young women with cancer
This study tests whether a medicine called triptorelin can protect the ovaries in young women and teens receiving strong chemotherapy for cancer. If you are newly diagnosed with a cancer (other than breast cancer) and are about to get certain chemotherapy drugs, this trial may help preserve your fertility.
Chadds Ford, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 39 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.
Danville, PennsylvaniaAges 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.
Allentown, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 25 years - NCT07060807RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Patritumab Deruxtecan for Advanced HR+/HER2- Breast Cancer
This trial tests a new drug called patritumab deruxtecan (a targeted therapy) for people with a common type of advanced breast cancer (HR+/HER2-). It's for those whose cancer has grown despite treatment with a CDK4/6 inhibitor plus hormone therapy.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 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.
Horsham, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03257033RecruitingPhase 3
Gemcitabine through an artery versus by vein after radiation
This study tests whether giving gemcitabine directly into the artery feeding the pancreas (instead of through an IV) works better after you finish radiation therapy. It may help patients by improving how the medicine reaches the tumor while comparing side effects and outcomes between the two delivery methods.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06136624RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing a new drug to standard hormone therapy for advanced prostate cancer
This trial tests a new pill, opevesostat, against other hormone treatments for men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer that has progressed after previous therapies. It aims to see which approach works better.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+
Cancer trials by city in Pennsylvania
Where these studies are running in Pennsylvania
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cancer studies listed above.
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital · 9 studies
- UPMC Hillman Cancer Center · 7 studies
- Geisinger Medical Center · 5 studies
- Geisinger Wyoming Valley/Henry Cancer Center · 5 studies
- Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest · 5 studies
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia · 4 studies
- Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical Center · 4 studies
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center · 4 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 Pennsylvania?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 838 recruiting cancer studies with a site in Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania?
- 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 Pennsylvania to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania 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.