Clinical trials · California
Carcinoma clinical trials in California
We’re tracking 469 recruiting carcinoma studies with a site in California — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in California
- NCT06770582RecruitingPhase 2
Adding immunotherapy to radiation for bladder cancer
This trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab to radiation therapy works as well as or better than the usual chemotherapy given with radiation for a type of bladder cancer that has not invaded the muscle. It is for people whose cancer came back or has high-risk features and who would otherwise need to have their bladder removed.
Bakersfield, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06758401RecruitingPhase 3
Study of combination treatment for advanced lung cancer with high PD-L1
This trial tests a new combination of two medicines (sigvotatug vedotin and pembrolizumab) for people with a type of lung cancer called non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that has high levels of a protein called PD-L1. The treatment is designed to help your immune system fight the cancer more effectively, and this study aims to see how well it works.
Fullerton, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06730347RecruitingPhase 2
Study of lorigerlimab for advanced ovarian and other cancers
This trial tests a new drug, lorigerlimab, for people with certain types of ovarian cancer or related cancers that have come back or not responded to treatment. The goal is to see if the drug can help shrink tumors or slow the disease.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06731894RecruitingPhase 2
Cannabis for nerve pain after chemotherapy in breast and colon cancer survivors
This trial tests whether a cannabis-based product can reduce nerve damage (neuropathy) caused by chemotherapy in people who have finished treatment for breast or colon cancer. It focuses on survivors who still have pain, numbness, or tingling in their hands or feet.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06723236RecruitingPhase 1
Study of MGC028 for Advanced Solid Tumors
This study tests a new drug called MGC028 for people with certain advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and effective.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06699212RecruitingPhase 3
Light-activated therapy with immunotherapy for head and neck cancer
This trial tests a new light-activated treatment (ASP-1929) combined with an immunotherapy drug (pembrolizumab) as a first treatment for head and neck cancer that has come back in the same area but has not spread to other parts of the body. It aims to see if this combination works better than standard treatment alone.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06682728RecruitingPhase 2
Treating high-risk bladder cancer after surgery
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (sacituzumab govitecan and nivolumab) given after surgery to prevent the return of muscle-invasive bladder cancer. It is for patients whose cancer has a high chance of coming back despite surgery.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06661720RecruitingPhase 3
Tivozanib and pembrolizumab after kidney cancer surgery
This trial is testing if adding the targeted therapy tivozanib to the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) can help prevent kidney cancer from coming back after all known tumors have been removed by surgery.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06654037RecruitingPhase 1
Testing abemaciclib plus 5-FU for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial is testing whether adding a targeted drug called abemaciclib to the standard chemotherapy 5-FU can help people with a specific type of advanced colorectal cancer (MSS) that has stopped responding to other treatments. The goal is to see if this combination is safe and effective.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06644781RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Ifinatamab Deruxtecan for advanced esophageal cancer
This trial tests a new drug, Ifinatamab Deruxtecan, for people with advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma that has worsened after standard treatments. It aims to see if it can help shrink or slow the cancer.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06624475RecruitingPhase 2
New immunotherapy before surgery for high-risk basal cell cancer
This trial tests if giving a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and relatlimab) before surgery works better than one drug alone for people with large or high-risk basal cell skin cancer that needs surgery. The goal is to shrink the cancer and make surgery easier.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06585410RecruitingPhase 3
Cemiplimab injection for early-stage skin cancer
This trial tests a drug (cemiplimab) injected directly into early-stage skin cancer (squamous cell carcinoma) to see if it can shrink or cure the cancer before surgery. It may help patients avoid more extensive surgery or reduce the chance of the cancer coming back.
Oceanside, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06592599RecruitingPhase 2
Drug combo for EBV-related nasopharyngeal cancer
This trial tests a combination of three drugs (gemcitabine, docetaxel, and toripalimab) as a first treatment for a type of nasopharyngeal cancer linked to the Epstein-Barr virus. The goal is to see if this combination helps shrink tumors before other treatments like radiation.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06543576RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Radiation and drug therapy for stage IVB cervical cancer
This trial tests combining external and internal radiation with chemotherapy and immunotherapy for stage IVB cervical cancer that has not been treated before. The goal is to see if this approach can help shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06518057RecruitingPhase 2
Sparing memory during brain radiation for leptomeningeal metastases
This trial tests a special type of radiation that avoids the memory center of the brain (the hippocampus) while treating cancer that has spread to the lining of the brain and spinal cord. It may help reduce side effects on thinking and memory for people with breast or lung cancer.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06500169Recruiting
Golf exercise study for prostate cancer survivors
This study tests if golf can help men with prostate cancer feel better and stay healthy. It's for men who are on hormone therapy and want to try a gentle, fun exercise.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 55–85 - NCT06500481RecruitingPhase 3
Proton vs standard radiation for cancer spread to brain/spine lining
This trial compares a newer type of radiation (proton therapy) to standard radiation for people whose breast or lung cancer has spread to the lining of the brain and spinal cord. It aims to see if proton therapy can better control the disease while causing fewer side effects.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06476808RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new drug for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests an investigational drug (BMS-986463) in people with advanced solid tumors. It aims to find a safe dose and see if it helps shrink or control the cancer. You must be well enough to do daily activities and have a tumor that can be biopsied before treatment starts.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06447103RecruitingPhase 2
New scan to find kidney cancer after surgery
This trial tests a special PET scan to see if it can better find leftover kidney cancer after surgery compared to a standard CT scan. You may qualify if you had kidney cancer surgery within the last 4-16 weeks and are at high risk of the cancer coming back.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06439836RecruitingPhase 1
Combination immunotherapy for advanced bladder cancer
This trial tests a new drug, CA-4948, combined with pembrolizumab (Keytruda) for people with advanced bladder cancer that grew after prior immunotherapy. The goal is to see if this combination can help when standard treatments stop working.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06427941RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of BGB-B2033 with other drugs for advanced solid tumors
This study tests a new drug called BGB-B2033, alone or with other drugs (tislelizumab and bevacizumab), in people with certain advanced cancers. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink tumors or slow their growth, and to check its safety.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06268665RecruitingPhase 2
Tart Cherry Juice for Preventing Nerve Damage from Chemotherapy
This study tests whether tart cherry juice can help prevent nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy) caused by the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel. Participants drink tart cherry juice daily during their 12 weeks of paclitaxel treatment.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06260033RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation Therapy for Oligoprogressive ER+ Breast Cancer
This trial tests whether a precise radiation treatment (SBRT) can target a few growing spots of estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. It also uses a special PET scan (FES PET/CT) to see how well the cancer responds. The goal is to slow down the cancer and delay the need for stronger treatments.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06234605RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new combination for advanced kidney cancer
This trial tests an experimental drug (HC-7366) combined with an approved targeted therapy (belzutifan) for people with advanced kidney cancer. It aims to see if the combination is safe and works better than either drug alone.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
Carcinoma trials by city in California
Where these studies are running in California
Institutions with a site for the recruiting carcinoma studies listed above.
- City of Hope · 6 studies
- UC Irvine Health/Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center · 4 studies
- UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center · 4 studies
- UCI Health - Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center and Ambulatory Care · 4 studies
- USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center · 4 studies
- City of Hope at Irvine Lennar · 3 studies
- Los Angeles General Medical Center · 3 studies
- UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center · 3 studies
What taking part in a carcinoma 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.
Carcinoma trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there carcinoma clinical trials in California?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 469 recruiting carcinoma studies with a site in California, 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 carcinoma study in California?
- 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 California to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, 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 carcinoma 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.
Not the right time?
New carcinoma studies open in California regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.