Clinical trials · Washington, D.C., DC
Cancer clinical trials in Washington, D.C.
We’re tracking 953 recruiting cancer studies with a site in or near Washington, D.C. — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Washington, D.C.
- NCT07308886RecruitingPhase 2
CYT107 for Kaposi sarcoma in HIV patients with low CD4
This trial tests an experimental drug (CYT107) that boosts the immune system to help fight Kaposi sarcoma in people with HIV who have a low CD4 count despite good HIV treatment. It aims to see if the drug can improve KS tumors and quality of life.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT04750928RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Abemaciclib for NF1 tumors using pills and body scans
This trial studies whether the medicine abemaciclib can shrink or slow the growth of “atypical neurofibromas” in people with NF1. Participants take pills and undergo regular check-ups, including MRI scans to measure the tumor.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 12 years+ - NCT06303193RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a kinase inhibitor drug for MDS and MDS/MPN in adults and teens
This trial tests a drug called pacritinib in people with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) or MDS/myeloproliferative neoplasms (MDS/MPN). The drug targets several proteins that may help control the disease, especially for those who have not responded to other treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 12–120 - NCT05419024RecruitingPhase 2
Imaging and biopsy during a planned HIV treatment pause
This Phase 2 study uses special scans (PET/CT) and tissue sampling (biopsy) to learn what is happening in the body while people with HIV take a planned break from antiretroviral therapy (ART) for up to 90 days. It may help researchers find better ways to control HIV without ongoing treatment, though joining involves careful monitoring during the pause.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT04002947RecruitingPhase 2
Acalabrutinib with chemo for untreated aggressive B-cell lymphoma
This Phase 2 trial studies whether adding acalabrutinib to intensive chemo (DA-EPOCH-R or R-CHOP) works better for people newly diagnosed with aggressive diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) or related high-grade B-cell lymphomas. It may help shrink cancer and control the disease by targeting lymphoma in two different ways.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06246357RecruitingPhase 2
Testing adrenal gland function with a special scan
This trial uses a special PET scan (68Ga-PentixaFor) to check how well your adrenal glands are working if you have high aldosterone or cortisol levels. It helps doctors see if the glands are making too much hormone, which may guide treatment.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT06472765Enrolling by invitation
Study of the Vaginal Ecosystem in Healthy Women
This study looks at the natural balance of bacteria and other factors in the vagina of healthy women. It aims to learn more about what a healthy vaginal ecosystem looks like.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–89 - NCT04692675Recruiting
MRI study to track prostate cancer in active surveillance patients
This study uses special prostate MRI scans to see how prostate cancer changes over time while you stay on active surveillance. It also looks at prostate tissue to understand your cancer’s genetics, which may help guide future decisions.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT04322383RecruitingPhase 2
Binimetinib for relapsed or refractory hairy cell leukemia
This trial tests a drug called binimetinib in people with a type of leukemia that has come back or not responded to treatment. It is for those whose cancer cells do not have a BRAF mutation.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07686380RecruitingPhase 2
IL-15 treatment with or without vaccine for prostate cancer
This trial tests a drug called IL-15 superagonist (with or without a vaccine) for men whose prostate cancer has come back (shown by rising PSA) after they already had targeted radiation therapy. The goal is to see if this treatment can lower or control PSA levels.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT00900198Recruiting
Give cancer tissue samples to help future cancer research
This study collects tissue or other cancer-related samples to help researchers better understand cancer and develop better tests or treatments. You can join if you are being evaluated for or treated for cancer, and you agree to let your samples be used for research.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2 months+ - NCT00923026Enrolling by invitation
Follow-up for adults previously treated in NCI surgery studies
This study asks people age 18+ who were previously treated on certain NCI Surgery Branch (NCI-SB) studies to come back for follow-up. It helps researchers understand how patients do over time after those earlier treatments, including some gene therapy studies.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06885697RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T-cell therapy for mesothelioma and other solid tumors
This study tests a new kind of immunotherapy called CAR T-cells that are designed to find and attack cancer cells with a protein called mesothelin on their surface. It may help people with mesothelioma or other solid tumors that have not improved with standard treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT00040352Recruiting
Melanoma risk in families and individuals
This study looks at people and families with a high risk of melanoma, especially if it runs in the family or is linked to certain genetic conditions. The goal is to better understand what causes melanoma and how to detect it earlier.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 4 weeks–99 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.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–59 - NCT06096870RecruitingPhase 2
Enzalutamide with a new drug for prostate cancer that is active on PET scan
This trial tests a combination of enzalutamide (a hormone blocker) and an investigational antibody-drug (PDS01ADC) in men whose prostate cancer has come back after initial treatment, but has not yet spread extensively. It does not involve standard hormone therapy that lowers testosterone.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT01247597Recruiting
Study of DICER1-related tumor history in families
This study follows people affected by DICER1-related tumors (and sometimes family members) to better understand how these conditions develop over time. It may help families by improving knowledge and guiding genetic counseling and future care.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 month–99 years - NCT01087333Recruiting
Share blood samples to help study blood cancers and treatments
This study collects human samples (like blood or other specimens) to learn more about hairy cell leukemia and other leukemias. It also helps researchers develop new lab-made immune-based medicines for cancer treatment.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06793215RecruitingPhase 3
Divarasib plus pembrolizumab for KRAS G12C lung cancer
This trial compares a new targeted drug (divarasib) combined with an immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) versus standard chemotherapy plus immunotherapy for people with advanced lung cancer that has a specific KRAS G12C mutation. It aims to see if the new combination works better and is safe.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06757634RecruitingPhase 3
A study of gedatolisib for first-line advanced breast cancer
This trial tests a new targeted therapy called gedatolisib for people with HR-positive, HER2-negative advanced breast cancer who have not yet received treatment for metastatic disease. It aims to see if adding this drug to standard hormone therapy can help control the cancer longer.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT02390752RecruitingPhase 1
Early drug study for children and young adults with hard-to-treat cancers
This Phase 1 trial tests pexidartinib (TURALIO) to see how safe it is and how well it works against refractory (hard-to-treat) leukemias and solid tumors, including tumors seen with NF1 and MPNST. It mainly helps researchers learn the best way to dose the medication and gather early signals of benefit.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3–35 - NCT04941274RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Abemaciclib for Kaposi sarcoma in people with or without HIV
This Phase 1/2 study tests the medicine abemaciclib to shrink Kaposi sarcoma (KS) lesions and control the disease. It includes both people with HIV and people without HIV, and may help when KS has not responded well to prior treatment or when certain KS stages are present.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–99 - NCT07388563RecruitingPhase 1
Combination drug therapy for returning T-cell lymphoma
This trial tests two drugs, azacitidine and abatacept, given together for T-cell lymphoma that has come back or not improved after earlier treatment. The goal is to see if this combination can control the cancer better, potentially offering a new option for patients.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT03762733Enrolling by invitation
Study of stored breast or gynecologic cancer tissue for DNA testing
This study collects and stores tissue from people with breast cancer or other gynecologic cancers to do DNA (genomics) testing. It may help researchers better understand these cancers by comparing genetic patterns from real patient tissue.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near Washington, D.C.
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cancer studies listed above.
- National Institutes of Health Clinical Center · 20 studies
- Johns Hopkins University · 2 studies
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center · 2 studies
- American Oncology Partners
- Dr. Christina Enzmann at Easton Advanced Aesthetics and Regenerative Medicine
- Inova Fairfax Hospital
- Inova Schar Cancer Institute
- National Cancer Institute
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.
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Common questions
- Are there cancer clinical trials near Washington, D.C.?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 953 recruiting cancer studies with a site near Washington, D.C., 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 near Washington, D.C.?
- 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 Washington, D.C. to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Washington, D.C., 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.
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