Clinical trials
Chemotherapy clinical trials
Below are recruiting chemotherapy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,990 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05984342RecruitingPhase 1
Tislelizumab plus chemo after surgery for lymph node-positive esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug tislelizumab to standard chemotherapy after surgery can help prevent esophageal cancer from coming back. It is for people whose cancer had spread to lymph nodes at the time of surgery.
Shantou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT05914389RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus chemotherapy before surgery for colon cancer
This Phase 2 trial studies giving chemotherapy plus immune therapy before surgery for certain colon cancers that do not have mismatch repair defects (MSS/pMMR). The goal is to shrink and control the tumor and improve outcomes compared with standard approaches.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT05983783RecruitingPhase 3
Testing two drug combinations for advanced prostate cancer
This trial compares two combinations of drugs for men with metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer that has a high tumor burden. One group gets rezvilutamide plus hormone therapy and chemotherapy, while the other gets rezvilutamide plus hormone therapy alone. The goal is to see which is more effective and safe.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 40–80 - NCT06006650RecruitingPhase 2
Neoadjuvant therapy for stage II-IVA esophageal cancer
This trial tests a treatment given before surgery for patients with a type of esophageal cancer called squamous cell carcinoma, stages II to IVA. The goal is to see if this approach can improve outcomes.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18–75 - NCT05600127RecruitingPhase 2
Chemotherapy then immunotherapy plus surgery for advanced bladder cancer
This Phase 2 study tests giving standard chemotherapy first, then immunotherapy, followed by major surgery to remove the bladder/urinary tumor and nearby lymph nodes. It’s for people with locally advanced urothelial cancer whose cancer has at least not worsened after initial chemotherapy.
Nijmegen, GelderlandAges 18 years+ - NCT04728724RecruitingPhase 2
Check immune treatment before surgery for stage III lung cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests an “immunotherapy” medicine given before surgery for stage III non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to shrink the cancer and make curative surgery more successful while monitoring safety and response.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT03534713RecruitingPhase 3
Cervical cancer treatment plan after lymph node spread
This trial tests a specific chemotherapy start (induction) followed by standard treatment for cervical cancer that has spread to lymph nodes near the aorta. It may help improve cancer control compared with standard timing/approach.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT03734952Recruiting
Radiation after esophagus surgery for stage II–III cancer
This study looks at whether giving radiation after surgery (after chemo and radiation before surgery) can improve outcomes for people with squamous cell esophagus cancer in the chest. You may be considered if you are well enough for treatment and your cancer has not spread.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18–65 - NCT06056336RecruitingPhase 2
Perioperative tislelizumab plus chemo for esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether giving tislelizumab (an immunotherapy) along with chemotherapy before and after surgery can help people with a type of esophageal cancer called squamous cell carcinoma. The goal is to see if this combination improves outcomes for patients whose cancer is in the chest and can be removed with surgery.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06068023Recruiting
Chemotherapy after surgery for ampullary cancer
This study tests whether giving chemotherapy after surgery (adjuvant chemotherapy) helps prevent ampullary cancer from coming back. It is for people who have had their ampullary cancer completely removed and are in reasonably good health.
Brescia, BSAges 18–100 - NCT06072989RecruitingPhase 1
B4T2-001 CAR-T infusions for solid tumors without chemo
This trial tests a new kind of cell therapy called CAR-T that targets a protein called BT-001 on solid tumors. It uses repeat infusions and avoids the strong chemotherapy usually given before treatment, which may be easier to tolerate.
Shanghai, China/ShanghaiAges 18–70 - NCT05777824RecruitingPhase 2
Testing treatment after head and neck cancer response to chemo-immunotherapy
This Phase 2 study looks at what treatment is best after you first receive chemotherapy plus immunotherapy, then have surgery for head and neck squamous cell cancer. It tries to use how your tumor responds (shown in lab tissue after treatment) to guide the next steps, which may improve outcomes.
Beijin, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06102395RecruitingPhase 3
Pembrolizumab plus chemo before surgery for advanced head and neck cancer
This trial tests whether adding pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy drug) to standard chemotherapy before surgery can help people with advanced head and neck cancer. It aims to see if the combination is more effective than chemotherapy alone.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06102837Recruiting
Tumor vaccine study for brain surgery patients
This study tests whether a tumor vaccine made from your own surgery tissue can help treat solid tumors, specifically gliomas (brain tumors). It is open to patients having brain surgery at Huashan Hospital, including those with non-tumor conditions like stroke or injury, as long as enough tissue is available.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT05328258RecruitingPhase 3
Triptorelin to help protect fertility during cancer chemotherapy
This Phase 3 study tests whether a hormone medicine called triptorelin (a GnRH “fertility-protecting” medicine) can better protect ovarian function while you receive chemotherapy. The goal is to help preserve fertility and reduce the risk of early ovarian failure from cancer treatment.
GothenburgAges 14–42 - NCT06121700RecruitingPhase 2
Chemoimmunotherapy and radiation before surgery for limited spread stomach cancer
This trial tests combining chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and radiation before surgery for stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that has spread to a limited number of sites. The goal is to see if this approach can improve outcomes by shrinking tumors before they are removed.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT06125041RecruitingPhase 2
Adebelizumab with chemo and radiation for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests a new drug called Adebelizumab (an immunotherapy) combined with chemotherapy and radiation for people with extensive stage small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if this combination helps shrink tumors and improves survival.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–75 - NCT05960955RecruitingPhase 2
Testing immunotherapy plus chemo around the time of gastric surgery
This study tests whether adding cadonilimab (and possibly AK117) to chemotherapy can improve outcomes for people with resectable stomach or stomach–esophagus cancer. It aims to see if this combination works better than chemotherapy alone, while still being safe around surgery.
TianjinAges 18–75 - NCT06039735Recruiting
Heart ultrasound study in multiple myeloma treated with RVd
This study looks at how a new heart ultrasound test can measure heart side effects and overall outcomes in people with multiple myeloma who are treated with the RVd drug combination. It may help doctors better understand heart risks during treatment.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–70 - NCT05125055RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Test new throat cancer treatment before surgery
This trial tests giving anti–PD-1 immunotherapy plus a drug called TP before surgery for oral squamous cell carcinoma (mouth/throat cancer). The goal is to see whether this pre-surgery treatment improves how much the tumor responds under the microscope.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT02290145RecruitingPhase 2
Study of Cyclin D1–targeted chemotherapy before oral cancer surgery
This Phase 2 trial tests a chemotherapy plan given first (before surgery) for people with oral squamous cell carcinoma that has specific cancer markers and lymph node involvement. It aims to shrink or control the cancer so treatment after may work better.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT04902937Recruiting
Testing how added radiation may work by immune and tumor markers
This study looks at people with non-metastatic invasive breast cancer who are getting curative breast surgery followed by planned radiation (sometimes with other anti-cancer medicines). Researchers want to understand whether a patient’s age and certain immune/tumor blood features can predict how well radiation helps.
JenaAges 18 years+ - NCT06136351RecruitingPhase 2
Zanubrutinib with chemo for mantle cell lymphoma
This trial tests a combination of targeted therapy (zanubrutinib) and chemotherapy (bendamustine and rituximab) for people newly diagnosed with mantle cell lymphoma. It is designed for older adults, those with certain genetic changes (TP53), or those who cannot tolerate standard chemotherapy.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT05978648RecruitingPhase 2
Trilaciclib for early-stage HR-negative breast cancer after surgery
This trial tests if adding trilaciclib to standard chemotherapy after surgery can help people with hormone receptor-negative breast cancer. It aims to reduce side effects and improve treatment outcomes.
Guangzhou, GangdongAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for chemotherapy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,990 recruiting chemotherapy 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 chemotherapy 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 chemotherapy 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.