Clinical trials
Cancer clinical trials
Below are recruiting cancer clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 13,068 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT02530983Recruiting
Survey study for people after esophagus surgery
This study is a survey. It asks people about their experiences after esophagus surgery (either removing part of the esophagus or rebuilding it). It may help doctors understand what happens to patients over time and improve future care.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT02749474Recruiting
Study of cancer treatment and outcomes during pregnancy
This study looks at pregnant people who were diagnosed with cancer around pregnancy and how care affects the mother, baby, and newborn. It aims to better understand outcomes and treatment patterns during pregnancy.
Camden, New JerseyAges Any age - NCT02596490Recruiting
Couple meditation program for metastatic lung cancer and partners
This study tests whether a couple-based meditation program can help people with stage IV non-small cell lung cancer and their romantic partners cope better during treatment. It looks at the experience of both the patient and their partner, not just the patient alone.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT02476786RecruitingPhase 2
Hormone treatment only for older ER-positive breast cancer
This Phase 2 study tests whether using hormone (endocrine) treatment alone can control breast cancer in people age 70 and older. It targets breast cancers that are estrogen-receptor positive and HER2 negative, aiming to avoid chemotherapy-like treatments in suitable patients.
St Louis, MissouriAges 70 years+ - NCT02155621Recruiting
Personalized gene testing to guide cancer treatment choices
This study uses gene testing on stored tumor tissue (and a blood sample) to help doctors recommend treatment options that may fit your tumor’s specific changes. It may also help avoid certain medicines and share your de-identified data with other researchers.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18–85 - NCT02333604Recruiting
Cancer experience registry for patients and caregivers
This registry collects information about the experiences of people with cancer and the people who care for them. Joining could help researchers better understand needs and improve support, without requiring cancer treatment changes.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT02302742Recruiting
Registry for triple-negative breast cancer and inherited mutation carriers
This registry studies people with triple-negative breast cancer or inherited “HBOC” gene mutations (like BRCA, PALB2, PTEN, TP53). It collects information to better understand risk, outcomes, and how these cancers behave—helping future research and care.
Hays, KansasAges Any age - NCT02594202Recruiting
Collecting prostate cancer care details and prostate tissue samples
This trial enrolls adults who are being evaluated or treated for possible or confirmed prostate cancer and allows researchers to collect prostate tissue. It may help improve understanding of prostate cancer over the course of diagnosis and standard care.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT02338167Recruiting
Study for pregnant women with breast cancer
This study is for adults with breast cancer who are pregnant and are either newly diagnosed (early) or have locally advanced or metastatic disease. It aims to better understand how breast cancer treatment should be managed during pregnancy.
Böblingen, Baden-WurttembergAges 18–99 - NCT03161522RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo alone versus with radiation or surgery for limited spread
This study tests whether adding radiation or surgery to chemotherapy can improve outcomes for people whose esophageal or stomach cancer has spread to only a few places. If your cancer is “oligometastatic” (up to 3 spots), the trial helps doctors see which approach gives the best control.
Houston, TexasAges 18–79 - NCT02988921Recruiting
MRI and CT planning for esophagus or stomach-junction cancer treatment
This study checks whether MRI and CT scans can better measure how esophageal or stomach-junction tumors respond during chemoradiotherapy and help doctors map the exact treatment area. It may help improve targeting while you receive standard treatment.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT02926690RecruitingPhase 1
MELK inhibitor safety study for advanced breast cancer
This Phase 1 study tests how safe a drug called an MELK inhibitor is in people with advanced breast cancer that has spread or cannot be removed with surgery. If you qualify, the study is focused on side effects and includes a special group for triple-negative breast cancer.
Norwalk, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT03093688RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing an immune-cell infusion for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests whether adding special immune cells (iNKT cells and CD8+ T cells) given by IV infusion can help treat advanced cancers. It mainly looks at safety first, and also checks whether the treatment can shrink or control cancer.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT03290534RecruitingPhase 2
Implantable radiation sheet for early-stage lung cancer
This Phase 2 study tests whether a permanently implanted, low-dose radiation “sheet” can be used to treat certain early-stage lung cancers. It may help shrink or control tumors while delivering radiation directly at the cancer site.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05323409Recruiting
Better overall care for certain cancer patients
This study looks at how to improve day-to-day support and coordination between cancer doctors and primary care doctors for people with certain early cancers. It may help if you have other ongoing health problems (like diabetes or high blood pressure) or lifestyle factors that need ongoing management during cancer treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03051464RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing two ways to boost radiation to prevent rectal surgery
This study looks at whether two different added “boosts” of radiation can work as well for rectal cancer patients, aiming to avoid or reduce the need for rectal cancer surgery. You would receive a specific combination of radiation (including brachytherapy) and chemotherapy, and your tumor’s location and size will determine if you can take part.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT06162221RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of RAS inhibitors for advanced RAS-mutated lung cancer
This trial tests new drugs that target specific RAS mutations in advanced non-small cell lung cancer. It's for people whose cancer has a KRAS G12C, G12D, or other RAS mutation and who have already tried standard treatments.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06826924Recruiting
Fasting or ketones for prostate cancer
This trial tests whether a 7-day water-only fast or taking ketone supplements can help treat prostate cancer. You would have a biopsy before and after to see how the tumor responds.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT02609269Enrolling by invitation
Study using your Decipher genetic test results
This study uses the Decipher genetic test results you already had to help researchers learn how to improve cancer care. You may be included simply because you previously completed that specific test.
Ages Any age - NCT02087852Recruiting
Kidney cancer DNA registry for patients and family
This study collects DNA from adults with kidney cancer (or suspected kidney cancer), plus DNA from some family members and healthy controls. It helps researchers understand whether certain genetic changes might be linked to kidney cancer risk.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT07412327Recruiting
Proton therapy for early stage lung cancer
This trial tests a precise form of proton radiation for people with early stage lung cancer who cannot have surgery. It aims to see if this treatment is effective and safe.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07414940RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Actinium-225 PSMA for advanced prostate cancer after Lu-177
This trial tests a new targeted radiation drug called actinium-225 PSMA for men with advanced prostate cancer that has stopped responding to hormone therapy and has already been treated with Lu-177 PSMA (a similar targeted radiation therapy). It aims to see if this stronger radiation can help when the first type stops working.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT07416630Recruiting
Web app for tracking radiation side effects in cancer patients
This study is testing a web-based app to help track side effects from radiation therapy in people with gynecologic, urologic, or breast cancer. If you join, you would use the app on your phone or computer to report how you're feeling, which may help your care team better manage your symptoms.
LjubljanaAges 18 years+ - NCT07427901Recruiting
Quality of life in colorectal cancer survivors
This study looks at how colorectal cancer and its treatment affect your daily life and well-being. It aims to help doctors better support patients like you during and after treatment.
LjubljanaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 13,068 recruiting cancer studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a cancer trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a cancer trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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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.