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 Early Phase 1, 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.
- NCT05995821Recruiting
Blood and tissue collection for head and neck cancers
This study collects blood and tissue samples from people with cancers of the head, neck, or upper airway to learn how the immune system responds to these cancers. The goal is to find better ways to treat these diseases in the future.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06210854RecruitingPhase 2
HPV16/18 Vaccine Trial for Cervical Lesions
This trial tests a new vaccine (pBI-11) given with a device that uses mild electric pulses to help the vaccine enter cells. It is for people who have HPV16 or 18 but no high-grade cervical changes.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07711002RecruitingPhase 3
Saruparib with standard therapy for metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer
This trial tests a new drug called saruparib, which may help keep prostate cancer from growing. It is for men whose cancer has spread and who have already received certain treatments. The study combines saruparib with a standard hormone therapy to see if it works better than the hormone therapy alone.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT03492151Recruiting
Scans pancreatic cysts during a biopsy procedure
This trial tests a special camera (confocal laser endomicroscopy) used during an ultrasound-guided needle biopsy to help tell what type of pancreatic cyst is present. It may help doctors decide faster whether surgery is needed.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT03465592RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Nivolumab after mismatched bone marrow transplant for sarcoma
This trial studies nivolumab (an immune treatment) in people with sarcoma who already had a partially mismatched bone marrow transplant. It may help the new immune system recognize and attack cancer, and researchers will also watch closely for side effects like GVHD (immune reaction after transplant) and autoimmune problems.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 1–40 - NCT07544654RecruitingPhase 3
Study comparing obrixtamig plus chemotherapy for advanced neuroendocrine cancer
This trial tests a new drug called obrixtamig combined with standard chemotherapy for advanced neuroendocrine cancer (a rare type of cancer). You'd receive one cycle of standard chemotherapy first, then be randomly assigned to either continue with the new drug plus chemotherapy or standard chemotherapy alone.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05633615RecruitingPhase 2
Testing new drug options after CAR T for aggressive lymphoma
This Phase 2 study tests whether adding or switching drug treatments after CAR T-cell therapy can improve outcomes for people with certain aggressive lymphomas that have come back or did not respond. It mainly looks at who remains disease-stable/partly improved after CAR T and what treatment approach works best next.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT02886247Recruiting
Personal or family history of pancreatic tumors registry study
This study is building a registry (a secure list) of people who have had pancreatic tumors or have close family members who have had them. Your information can help researchers learn more and plan future studies for pancreatic cancer.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06801236RecruitingPhase 1
A new drug for advanced prostate cancer that has stopped responding to treatment
This early-phase trial tests a new study drug called ACE-232 for men with advanced prostate cancer that has stopped responding to standard hormone therapy and chemotherapy. It aims to see if the drug is safe and may help slow the cancer.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06508138Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
HPV vaccine study for healthy relatives of patients
This trial tests two experimental vaccines to boost the immune system against HPV 16. Healthy relatives of patients with HPV 16 cancer receive the vaccines, then donate blood cells for research.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–70 - NCT03448926Recruiting
DCIS test registry to guide radiation and drug decisions
This study collects information from people with breast ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) to see how a specific lab test (DCISionRT) may help predict who benefits from radiation and/or certain medications. Your results and clinical details are gathered during routine care, not necessarily to change treatment right away.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 30–85 - NCT05029999RecruitingPhase 1
Test drugs for HER2-negative advanced breast cancer
This Phase 1 trial tests a combination of immune-targeting drugs (a CD40 medicine and a substance that helps immune cells act) plus chemotherapy in people with HER2-negative advanced breast cancer that has progressed. It aims to find a safer dose and see whether the treatment can shrink tumors or slow the cancer.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–99 - NCT06203210RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a new drug for relapsed small cell lung cancer
This study tests a new drug, ifinatamab deruxtecan, against the doctor's choice of standard treatments for people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer that has returned after initial platinum-based chemotherapy. The goal is to see if the new drug works better and if it might be a new option for you.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07209189RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo and immunotherapy before surgery for head and neck cancer
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy and an immunotherapy drug called Toripalimab before surgery for certain head and neck cancers. The goal is to see if this approach can reduce the extent of treatment needed while still being effective.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT03193970Recruiting
Study recovery after bladder removal surgery
This trial looks at how patients recover after radical cystectomy, a surgery that removes the bladder for bladder cancer. It will study recovery patterns to help understand what recovery may look like and possibly improve care.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07340541RecruitingPhase 2
Personalized cancer therapy trial based on tumor markers
This trial tests new treatments that are chosen based on specific markers in your tumor. Researchers want to see if these personalized therapies work better than standard options.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT04142437Recruiting
Tracking how larotrectinib works for NTRK fusion cancers in routine care
This study follows people with cancers that have an NTRK gene fusion to learn how safe and effective larotrectinib is during everyday treatment. It may help confirm whether this medicine works well in real-world patients and side effects stay manageable.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Any age - NCT03606967RecruitingPhase 2
Individualized vaccine added to standard treatment for metastatic triple-negative breast cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests whether adding a personalized cancer vaccine to durvalumab (an immunotherapy), tremelimumab (another immunotherapy), and chemotherapy can improve outcomes for people with metastatic triple-negative breast cancer. It may help your immune system recognize your specific tumor features.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07337590Recruiting
New device to monitor healing after colorectal cancer surgery
This trial tests a new system that monitors healing inside the body after surgery for colorectal cancer. It is designed to help doctors detect problems early and keep you safe.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 21 years+ - NCT03861676RecruitingEarly Phase 1
PET-guided targeted radiation for early prostate cancer
This early-phase study tests a precise, targeted radiation treatment for prostate cancer, using a special PET scan to help plan exactly where to treat. It may help reduce the amount of radiation to surrounding tissues while treating the cancer.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT05561387RecruitingPhase 3
Drug combinations for newly diagnosed myeloma without transplant
This study compares different combinations of medicines for people newly diagnosed with multiple myeloma who cannot safely get a stem cell transplant. It aims to find which drug plan works best and is tolerable for people with “frail” or “intermediate fit” health.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Any age - NCT01499394Recruiting
Biorepository study for adults who can consent
This study collects and stores samples (such as tissue or other biological materials) for future research. It mainly seeks adults who can agree to participate after understanding what it involves.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT03786796RecruitingPhase 2
Olaparib for metastatic kidney cancer with specific DNA repair gene changes
This trial tests olaparib (a pill medicine) in people with kidney cancer that has spread and specific DNA “repair” gene mutations. The goal is to see whether this targeted treatment can slow the cancer or help it respond better after prior immunotherapy or blood-vessel–blocking therapy.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT04489719Recruiting
Testing whether DNA repair changes affect radium-223 response
This study looks at whether differences in a cancer’s DNA repair system can predict how well radium-223 works for men with prostate cancer that has spread to the bones. It may help researchers choose better treatment for people with bone metastatic, castration-resistant prostate cancer.
Baltimore, 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.
- Johns Hopkins University · 11 studies
- Johns Hopkins Hospital · 3 studies
- Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins · 2 studies
- University of Maryland/Greenebaum Cancer Center · 2 studies
- Frederick Health - James M Stockman Cancer Institute
- Greater Baltimore Medical Center
- John Hopkins School of Medicine
- Johns Hopkins Hospital East Baltimore
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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