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
- 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.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges Up to 25 years - NCT02734069Recruiting
Testing whether muscle mass affects carboplatin side effects
This study looks at how your body’s “fat-free mass” (mostly muscle and organs) may change the dose of carboplatin and the risk of chemotherapy side effects. It’s for people with advanced lung cancer who are starting treatment with carboplatin plus paclitaxel for the first time.
Mexico CityAges 18 years+ - NCT02429700RecruitingPhase 3
Chemo comparison for certain ovarian tumors after surgery
This Phase 3 trial tests two chemotherapy regimens (TC vs BEP) for women with malignant sex cord-stromal tumors of the ovary. It aims to see which treatment works better after you’ve had initial surgery to diagnose and/or remove tumor.
Jinan, ShandongAges 14–65 - NCT02541435Recruiting
Breast cancer radiotherapy side effects study
This study looks at heart and blood-vessel side effects after modern radiation treatment for breast cancer, both soon after and years later. It may help doctors understand who is at risk and how to monitor heart health over time.
ÅlesundAges 30–70 - NCT02693535RecruitingPhase 2
Match FDA cancer drugs to a tumor gene change
This trial tests FDA-approved cancer medicines in people with advanced cancer whose tumor has a specific gene or protein abnormality. It tries to see whether targeting that tumor “fingerprint” can help when standard treatments no longer work.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 12 years+ - NCT02579967RecruitingPhase 2
Stem cell transplant for primary immune system disorders
This study tests whether an allogeneic stem cell (bone marrow) transplant can correct an inherited immune problem in people with severe primary immunodeficiencies. It may help reduce life-threatening infections and improve quality of life, depending on your overall health and donor match.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 4–75 - NCT02660645Recruiting
Blue light bladder scan for suspected bladder cancer
This trial uses a special blue-light camera during a bladder procedure to help doctors better see non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer. It may help find cancer spots more clearly so they can be treated sooner.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT02661139Recruiting
Registry of jaw reconstruction for cancer patients who need implants
This study is a “real-world” registry that follows people with jaw problems related to cancer or cancer treatment. It looks at how well jaw reconstruction with dental implants and fixed teeth works when removable dentures are not suitable.
BrugesAges Any age - NCT02701153Recruiting
Short pre-surgery radiation for soft-tissue sarcoma
This trial tests a short course of radiation before surgery to shrink a soft-tissue sarcoma and make it easier to remove. It may help by improving how well the tumor can be removed, while studying safety and effectiveness for this cancer type.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02704520Recruiting
MRI scoring test for rectal cancer response to treatment
This study looks at how an MRI “score” (mrTRG) matches how well locally advanced rectal cancer shrinks after pre-surgery chemotherapy and radiation. The goal is to use MRI results to better predict treatment response and guide care.
Aberdeen, AberdeenshireAges 16 years+ - NCT02800486RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted antibody plus repeat radiation for recurrent brain tumors
This trial studies giving cetuximab (a targeted antibody) directly into an artery along with repeat radiation to treat certain recurring or treatment-resistant brain tumors. It may help by delivering the drug more directly to tumor areas and testing whether this approach can control the disease after it comes back.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT02821013RecruitingPhase 3
Testing how long to take PD-1 therapy for melanoma
This trial studies whether people with metastatic melanoma should take PD-1 immunotherapy continuously or only for a limited time. It aims to find a schedule that keeps the cancer under control while possibly reducing treatment burden.
Victoria, MilduraAges 18 years+ - NCT02869568Recruiting
Ovarian cancer database for patient information
This study collects and organizes information from people who have ovarian cancer. It may help researchers better understand ovarian cancer and how patients are treated.
Marseille, Bouches-du RhôneAges 18–95 - NCT02869490Recruiting
Cervical cancer patient database
This trial is a registry (a database) that collects information from people diagnosed with cervical cancer. It may help researchers better understand cervical cancer and how patients do over time.
Marseille, Bouches du RhoneAges 18–95 - NCT02861898RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Cetuximab delivered into the brain tumor artery for new glioblastoma
This Phase 1/2 study tests whether giving cetuximab directly into the artery that feeds the brain tumor can help people with newly diagnosed glioblastoma. It aims to target the tumor more precisely while checking safety and early signs of benefit.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT02865330Recruiting
Registry study for men on active surveillance for low-risk prostate cancer
This is a registry study that follows men with low-risk prostate cancer who choose active surveillance instead of immediate treatment. It helps doctors understand how safe and effective active surveillance is, including confirming results with repeat biopsies.
ValenciaAges 18–80 - NCT02869503Recruiting
Colorectal cancer registry study
This study builds a database of people with colorectal cancer. It may help doctors learn from real-world information to improve future care.
Marseille, Bouches du RhoneAges 18–95 - NCT02871726Recruiting
Robot-assisted ultrasound biopsy of the prostate
This trial tests a robot-assisted method to take prostate tissue samples using an ultrasound probe placed through the rectum. It may help patients and doctors get clearer biopsy results when there are early warning signs of prostate problems, before a cancer diagnosis is confirmed.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 45–75 - NCT02885753RecruitingPhase 3
Liver-only metastatic colon cancer trial using targeted chemo
This Phase 3 trial tests different ways to deliver chemotherapy for colon cancer that has spread only to the liver (with limited possible tiny lung spots). It looks at whether the treatment plan improves outcomes compared with another chemotherapy approach, using oxaliplatin and LV5FU2 (with or without irinotecan) plus an added targeted medicine.
BrusselsAges 18 years+ - NCT03193567RecruitingPhase 1
Cell therapy study for advanced lung cancer after treatment failure
This Phase 1 trial tests a powerful “killing cell” therapy for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer whose cancer did not respond to standard chemotherapy and targeted drugs. The goal is to see if this new treatment is safe and may work after other treatments have failed.
ShanghaiAges 18–70 - NCT03042221Recruiting
Early re-biopsy to find why tumors survive targeted drugs
This study takes a small tumor sample early after starting targeted treatment (or uses blood if a biopsy isn’t possible) to look for clues—called biomarkers—about why some tumor cells survive. The results may help improve how future patients’ treatments are chosen for certain lung cancer gene mutations.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–85 - NCT03366116RecruitingPhase 1
Testing an epigenetic drug for advanced solid tumors
This early-phase study tests Aza-TdC in adults with advanced solid cancers that have grown despite standard treatment, or for which no standard options exist. The goal is to see if the drug can be given safely and start to show signs of benefit against tumors.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT03275194RecruitingPhase 2
HIPEC during interval surgery for advanced ovarian cancer
This trial looks at whether a heated chemotherapy treatment given in the abdomen during a planned second surgery (HIPEC) can improve outcomes for certain advanced ovarian cancers. It is for people who have already had initial chemotherapy and partially responded, with enough health to safely undergo surgery.
Mexico CityAges 18–70 - NCT03253536Recruiting
Quality of life study after precise liver radiation
This study follows people with liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) to see how their quality of life changes after a focused form of radiation called stereotactic ablative radiation therapy. It does not appear to test a new drug—rather, it measures patient-reported well-being after treatment.
Munich, BavariaAges 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.