Clinical trials
Central Nervous System Diseases clinical trials
Below are recruiting central nervous system diseases clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 210 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07451769Recruiting
Testing a new drug target for migraine relief
This trial tests a substance that activates adrenomedullin receptors, which may be a new way to treat migraines. It may help people who have migraines without aura and aren't on preventive migraine medications.
Glostrup MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT07326566RecruitingPhase 2
Silevertinib and chemo for a type of glioblastoma
This trial tests a new drug, silevertinib, combined with temozolomide (a chemotherapy) for people with a newly diagnosed glioblastoma that has certain genetic markers. It aims to see if this combination works better than standard treatment for tumors with these specific features.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06993142Recruiting
Slowing Parkinson's Early With Exercise
This trial tests whether a specific exercise program can slow the early stages of Parkinson's disease in people who have a genetic risk (LRRK2 or GBA variants). You will use a smartphone app to guide your exercise from home.
Rochester, New YorkAges 50 years+ - NCT06193252Recruiting
Exercising to slow Parkinson's in iRBD
This study tests whether a specific amount of exercise can slow the development of Parkinson's disease in people who have a sleep condition called iRBD. If you have iRBD and are not very active, researchers will help you start a personalized exercise program and track your progress with a smartphone app.
Nijmegen, GelderlandAges 50 years+ - NCT06121336Recruiting
Tracking a blood marker to measure stroke recovery
This study is looking at a protein in the blood called brain-derived tau, which may increase after a stroke. By measuring it over time, doctors hope to learn more about how the brain is healing and possibly predict recovery.
Munich, BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT07104032RecruitingPhase 3
Tirabrutinib vs standard therapy for relapsed PCNSL
This study tests a new oral targeted drug called tirabrutinib against a standard treatment combination (rituximab plus temozolomide) for people whose primary central nervous system lymphoma has come back or not responded to prior therapy.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06607549RecruitingPhase 1
Targeted drug combo after focused radiation for CNS lymphoma
This trial tests a combination of two targeted drugs (loncastuximab tesirine and rituximab) given after focused radiation (SRS) for people with CNS lymphoma that has come back or not responded to treatment, or who cannot get standard high-dose methotrexate. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and effective.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05351593RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Tafasitamab and lenalidomide for returning CNS lymphoma
This trial tests a combination of two drugs, tafasitamab and lenalidomide, for people whose central nervous system lymphoma has come back. The goal is to see if this treatment can help shrink the cancer or slow its growth.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04737889RecruitingPhase 2
Rituximab plus lenalidomide, methotrexate, and temozolomide for brain lymphoma
This Phase 2 study tests a combination treatment to shrink primary central nervous system lymphoma that starts in the brain, spinal cord, meninges, or eye. It may help patients who have not had anti-cancer treatment yet, but it requires specific cancer type and health conditions.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–70 - NCT04961515RecruitingPhase 2
Orelabrutinib with immunotherapy and temozolomide for CNS lymphoma
This Phase 2 trial studies a combination of anti-cancer medicines to treat lymphoma that is only in the brain/spinal fluid (central nervous system, or CNS), especially when it has come back or not responded. If you qualify, you may benefit from improved tumor control and possibly better symptom control.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT04070040RecruitingPhase 2
Camrelizumab for returning brain lymphoma after prior treatment
This trial studies camrelizumab (an immune medicine) for primary CNS lymphoma that has come back after standard treatment. It aims to shrink the lymphoma seen on MRI and help control the disease with a new immune-based approach.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT02559752Recruiting
Computer brain testing during proton radiation for childhood tumors
This trial studies how children’s thinking and learning skills change while they receive proton beam radiation for a brain/spinal cord tumor. It uses computer-based cognitive tests to better understand brain effects during treatment, which may help future care.
St Louis, MissouriAges 4–21 - NCT05931328RecruitingPhase 2
Thiotepa plus pomalidomide for recurrent brain lymphoma
This Phase 2 trial tests a combination medicine (thiotepa plus pomalidomide) for people whose primary central nervous system lymphoma has come back or did not respond to prior chemotherapy. It may help shrink lymphoma in the brain/spinal fluid and improve disease control.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–75 - NCT06556199RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of selinexor combo for returning brain lymphoma
This trial tests a new combination of drugs (selinexor, temozolomide, and an immunotherapy) for people whose primary central nervous system lymphoma has come back or stopped responding to previous treatment. The goal is to see if this combination can help shrink or control the lymphoma.
Hanzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT05209620RecruitingPhase 2
Orelabrutinib plus pemetrexed for lymphoma in the brain
This Phase 2 trial tests a combination medicine (orelabrutinib with pemetrexed) to treat lymphoma that has returned or is not responding, specifically in the brain or spinal fluid. If you qualify, the goal is to shrink measurable tumors and improve control of central nervous system lymphoma.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–75 - NCT07410520RecruitingPhase 2
New drug combo for brain lymphoma
This trial tests a combination of three drugs (rituximab, methotrexate, and orelabrutinib) plus a PD-1 inhibitor for newly diagnosed or relapsed central nervous system lymphoma. The goal is to see if this new combination can improve outcomes for patients with this rare type of lymphoma.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT07393074Recruiting
Liver cancer and nervous system study
This study looks at how the nervous system works in people with liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) or liver scarring (cirrhosis) who need a liver biopsy. It aims to see if there is a link between the nervous system and liver tumors.
LyonAges 18 years+ - NCT07082868RecruitingPhase 1
Study of epcoritamab and ibrutinib for central nervous system lymphoma
This trial tests a combination of two drugs, epcoritamab and ibrutinib, for people whose lymphoma has come back or not responded to treatment and has spread to the brain or spinal cord. The goal is to see if this combination can help control the disease.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT07014943RecruitingPhase 2
High-dose chemo and stem cell transplant for brain lymphoma
This trial tests a combination of high-dose chemotherapy drugs (gemcitabine, busulfan, and thiotepa) followed by a stem cell transplant for people with primary central nervous system lymphoma. It aims to see if this treatment can improve outcomes for patients whose disease has responded to initial therapy.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 16–70 - NCT03988283RecruitingPhase 1
Personalized DNA vaccine for recurrent childhood brain tumors
This trial tests a personalized DNA vaccine made from your tumor’s DNA (neoantigens) to help your immune system fight the cancer. It is designed for children and young adults with certain recurrent or newly diagnosed brain/spine tumors, after they have had other standard treatments and tumor tissue is available for testing.
St Louis, MissouriAges Up to 25 years - NCT06946407Recruiting
Chemotherapy combination for brain lymphoma
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy drugs to treat lymphoma that started in your brain. The goal is to see if this treatment helps without having to use whole-brain radiation.
ChangchunAges Up to 60 years - NCT05625594RecruitingPhase 1
Test brain-directed CAR T cells for CNS lymphoma
This Phase 1 study tests a new type of immune therapy (CAR T cells) placed directly into the fluid around the brain to treat central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma. It mainly looks at safety and how well the treatment can control the lymphoma when other CNS treatments have not worked.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05600660RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new combo treatment for newly diagnosed brain lymphoma
This trial tests a combination of orelabrutinib, rituximab, and methotrexate in people with newly diagnosed primary CNS lymphoma (a lymphoma mainly in the brain/spinal fluid). The goal is to see how well the treatment works and how safely it can be given.
Hanzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT07416890RecruitingPhase 2
Study of thiotepa, pirtobrutinib, and sintilimab for CNS lymphoma
This trial tests a combination of three drugs for people with central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma that has come back or not responded to treatment, or for those who cannot take standard chemotherapy. The goal is to see if this new combination is safe and effective.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for central nervous system diseases?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 210 recruiting central nervous system diseases 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 central nervous system diseases 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 central nervous system diseases 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.
Related conditions
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.