Clinical trials
Cancer clinical trials
Below are recruiting cancer clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 12,855 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT01624805RecruitingPhase 2
Immunosuppressant treatment to help low blood counts in some bone marrow disorders
This trial tests a group of immune-suppressing medicines (with steroids and growth-factor injections) for people with aplastic anemia or certain low-risk myelodysplastic syndromes. The goal is to improve bone marrow function and reduce problems caused by low blood counts, such as fatigue, infections, or bleeding.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT01728402Enrolling by invitation
Study of the causes of certain blood cancers
This study looks at what leads to specific blood cancers and related blood disorders. If you have one of the listed conditions (or are being evaluated for it), you may be asked to join research that helps doctors understand why these illnesses happen.
Portland, OregonAges 1 year+ - NCT01804634RecruitingPhase 2
Reduced-intensity stem cell transplant for high-risk solid tumors
This trial tests a less intense type of bone marrow (stem cell) transplant from a partly matched family donor for people with high-risk solid tumors. It aims to lower treatment intensity while still using the donor’s immune system to help control the cancer.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 1–50 - NCT01689584Recruiting
Study of genetic variants in cancer families
This study looks at how a specific DNA genetic change (variant) runs within cancer families. It may help researchers better understand cancer risk and improve genetic testing and interpretation.
Bastia, CorsicaAges 18 years+ - NCT01460264Enrolling by invitation
A heart-and-lung health study following adults over time
This study follows adults with heart-and-lung health information over time to understand how these conditions change. It may help researchers find patterns that could guide better care in the future.
LundAges 45–75 - NCT01451502Recruiting
Study uses donor cord blood to restore blood cell production
This study tests giving you donated umbilical cord blood through an IV to help your body rebuild blood-forming cells after chemotherapy. It may help people who need a stem-cell “reset” using a specific type of cord blood unit that meets strict matching and safety rules.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges Any age - NCT02099734Recruiting
DNA registry for germ cell and testicular tumors
This study collects DNA and medical information to better understand germ cell and testicular tumors and possible inherited genetic causes. It may help researchers sort out how genetic changes relate to these cancers, even if you’re not receiving a new drug.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT02115295RecruitingPhase 2
Venetoclax plus chemotherapy for AML, high-risk MDS, or blast CML
This trial tests a combination treatment (venetoclax plus several chemotherapy medicines) for people with AML, high-risk MDS, or CML that has progressed into a blast phase. It may help by killing leukemia-like blood cells and improving disease control.
Houston, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT01515527RecruitingPhase 2
Cladribine plus low-dose cytarabine and decitabine for AML or MDS
This Phase 2 study tests a combination chemotherapy plan (cladribine, low-dose cytarabine, and decitabine) for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). It aims to shrink the leukemia/MDS and improve outcomes, including for certain people who may not tolerate standard treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 60 years+ - NCT01371630RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Inotuzumab plus chemotherapy for certain types of childhood-like leukemia
This early-phase trial studies how well a targeted drug (inotuzumab ozogamicin) combined with chemotherapy treats acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). It may help people with newly diagnosed ALL who may not tolerate standard intensive chemotherapy, especially older adults.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT01973881Recruiting
MRI testing in adults with myelofibrosis
This study uses special MRI scans to learn more about myelofibrosis and how it behaves in the body. It may help researchers build better ways to measure the disease using imaging, without needing anesthesia.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18–99 - NCT01870752Recruiting
Transplanting frozen ovarian tissue to help you try for pregnancy
This trial studies whether thawed, previously frozen ovarian tissue can be transplanted to help people with ovarian insufficiency become pregnant. It may help if you already have cryopreserved ovarian tissue stored and your care team feels you’re a good candidate for the procedure.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–45 - NCT00107289RecruitingPhase 2
MIBG radioactive iodine treatment for hard-to-treat childhood tumors
This trial studies a radioactive medicine called iodine I-131 MIBG to shrink tumors that take up MIBG. It may help people whose neuroblastoma or malignant pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma has come back, progressed, or not responded to standard treatment.
New York, New YorkAges 1 year+ - NCT00349830Recruiting
Blood marker test to track response to cancer treatment
This study looks for new blood (serum) markers that may show whether anti-cancer therapy is working. If you have cancer or possible cancer and can safely take part, your blood may be used to monitor treatment response over time.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT00260559Recruiting
Checks quality of life after esophagus surgery
This study looks at outcomes and quality of life after esophagus removal surgery, comparing minimally invasive surgery and open surgery. It may help doctors understand how different surgical approaches affect how you feel during recovery.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT00588068Recruiting
Study genes in neuroblastic tumors and compare with outcomes
This study looks at the tumor’s molecular (genetic) features in people with neuroblastic tumors to see how those features relate to clinical outcomes. If you are treated with naxitamab as part of standard care, you may be eligible for the tumor/biomarker (test results) portion of the research.
New York, New YorkAges Any age - NCT00991094Recruiting
Study follow-up after proton radiation treatment
This study collects information about both short-term and long-term side effects in people who receive proton radiation. It may help doctors better understand what happens to normal tissues over time and improve follow-up care.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT00131014Recruiting
Building a family tumor and genetics bank for blood cancers
This study collects and stores tumor/tissue information and family medical history from people with certain blood cancers. It aims to help researchers understand why these illnesses may run in families and use genetic clues for future research.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT00501826RecruitingPhase 2
Check nelarabine plus chemotherapy for T-cell blood cancers
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy with nelarabine in people with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) or T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma. It may help by improving remission in newly diagnosed or certain previously treated patients whose disease did not respond after one initial treatment.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT00801489RecruitingPhase 2
New treatment for AML or high-risk MDS using combination chemo
This trial tests a combination treatment (chemo drugs plus a growth-factor medicine) for people newly diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or certain high-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). It may help by targeting cancer cells in the blood and bone marrow and improving remission chances.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT00816114Recruiting
Chart review for CML patients previously treated with certain pills
This study reviews existing medical records of people with chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) who were treated with specific FDA-approved targeted tablets (tyrosine kinase inhibitors) at MD Anderson but not on an MD Anderson clinical trial. It may help the hospital understand how these medicines are used in real-world care.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT00900497Enrolling by invitationPhase 1/Phase 2
Donor white blood cells to treat solid tumors
This Phase 1/2 study tests whether donated white blood cells (granulocytes) from healthy donors can help treat solid cancers that cannot be cured or have stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal is to see safety first, and then whether the treatment can shrink or control tumors.
Boynton Beach, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT00579566Recruiting
Research study using removed tissue from soft-tissue sarcoma
This study looks at tissue (samples taken during diagnosis or treatment) to learn new biological and molecular clues about soft-tissue sarcoma. Participating mainly helps researchers collect usable tissue that would otherwise be discarded.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges Any age - NCT01102556Recruiting
Pancreas disease registry for people at risk or with pancreatic cancer
This study collects health information and stored samples (biospecimens) to learn more about pancreatic diseases, including cancer and early warning changes. It may help researchers understand who is at higher risk and improve future testing and care.
New York, New YorkAges 18–85
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 12,855 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.