Clinical trials
Chemotherapy clinical trials
Below are recruiting chemotherapy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 2,011 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05417737Recruiting
Ozone therapy for chronic pain when standard treatments fail
This study offers a palliative (comfort-focused) ozone treatment to adults with chronic pain when usual treatments don’t work or are too risky. Researchers will check whether adding ozone can help symptoms and whether it’s safe for selected patients.
Las Palmas, Las PalmasAges 18 years+ - NCT05420948RecruitingPhase 2
Pembrolizumab with chemotherapy for returning or spread head cancer
This Phase 2 study tests pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) plus chemotherapy to treat head and neck cancer that has come back or spread. You might be eligible if standard local treatments won’t be curative and your tumor can be measured on scans.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05422794RecruitingPhase 1
Adding a new drug plus pembrolizumab to standard chemo for TNBC
This trial studies whether adding a new anti-cancer drug (ZEN-3694) and the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab to standard chemotherapy (nab-paclitaxel) can work better for advanced triple-negative breast cancer. It’s testing safety first (Phase 1) and, for some patients, how well the treatment controls the cancer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05424692Recruiting
Test tumor drug sensitivity to guide after-surgery colon cancer care
This study looks at whether testing a small tumor sample can identify which medicines are more likely to work for colorectal cancer after surgery. The results are used to help choose the best “after-surgery” treatment plan, when you have not had chemotherapy before surgery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT05427136Recruiting
Study early lung problems after childhood cancer treatment
This study looks for early lung (breathing) problems in children after certain cancer treatments, using lung tests and sometimes MRI scans. It may help doctors spot breathing complications earlier and guide better care.
BaselAges 4–22 - NCT05427383RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
KN026 plus chemo for HER2-positive stomach cancer after first treatment failure
This trial tests KN026 together with chemotherapy in people with HER2-positive advanced stomach (or gastro-esophageal junction) cancer that has already grown despite first-line treatment with trastuzumab plus chemotherapy. It may help by targeting HER2 while also using chemotherapy to control the cancer.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT05431270RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Test drug that targets CD73, alone or with immunotherapy
This early-stage study tests mavrostobart (an anti-CD73 antibody) to see what dose is safe and whether it can help shrink tumors. It’s studied by itself and also with a PD-1 immune therapy or chemotherapy, depending on your cancer type and prior treatments.
Huntersville, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT05432804RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Selinexor added to temozolomide for recurring brain glioblastoma
This trial studies whether adding selinexor to the standard chemotherapy temozolomide (with radiation) can better treat glioblastoma that has come back after prior treatment. If you meet specific tumor, health, and lab requirements, the goal is to slow tumor growth or improve symptoms.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05441813RecruitingPhase 2
Coconut oil mouth rinse to prevent mouth sores during transplant
This study tests whether a coconut oil mouth rinse can help prevent mouth sores in children and young adults who are about to receive intense chemotherapy for a stem cell transplant. If mouth sores can be prevented, it may make treatment more comfortable and reduce complications.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 7–26 - NCT05447702RecruitingPhase 2
Testes pre-surgery treatment for triple-negative breast cancer
This trial studies giving camrelizumab plus apatinib and chemotherapy before surgery for triple-negative breast cancer. The goal is to shrink the tumor and improve outcomes by testing a combination of immune and targeted medicines along with chemotherapy.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–75 - NCT05451043RecruitingPhase 2
Durvalumab and tremelimumab plus chemotherapy with propranolol
This Phase 2 study tests whether adding propranolol to durvalumab and tremelimumab along with chemotherapy can help control advanced pancreatic cancer, liver cancer, or bile duct cancer. It aims to shrink tumors and help people live longer or feel better when the cancer can’t be cured with surgery or local treatment.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT05453682Recruiting
Radiation plus chemotherapy to preserve the bladder
This study tests whether a shorter, more focused radiation plan given at the same time as chemotherapy can control muscle-invasive bladder cancer while keeping the bladder. You may be offered bladder-preserving treatment if your cancer stage and health conditions fit the study rules.
SeoulAges 20 years+ - NCT05462496RecruitingPhase 2
Pembrolizumab plus gut microbiome changes after pancreatic chemo
This Phase 2 study tests whether changing the gut microbiome (the gut’s helpful bacteria) and giving pembrolizumab after chemotherapy can improve outcomes for people with operable pancreatic cancer. It aims to see if this approach can boost the immune system after standard treatment and help reduce cancer returning.
New York, New YorkAges 19 years+ - NCT05468242RecruitingPhase 2
Tislelizumab after lung cancer chemotherapy and radiation
This Phase 2 study tests tislelizumab (an immune medicine) given after chemotherapy and radiation for stage III non-small cell lung cancer that has not been treated before. It may help improve how well the cancer responds and how long patients can stay in remission, with or without an added medication called bevacizumab.
GuangzhouAges 18–75 - NCT05475366Recruiting
Choosing the right first chemotherapy for advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a personalized approach to selecting your first chemotherapy based on tumor gene activity. It aims to match treatment to your cancer’s biology to improve outcomes for people with advanced (metastatic) pancreatic cancer.
ClichyAges 18–75 - NCT05484973Recruiting
Portable scalp cooling to help prevent chemotherapy hair loss
This study tests whether a portable cooling cap system can reduce hair loss for women with breast cancer who are planning certain chemotherapy treatments. It may help you keep more of your hair while you receive chemotherapy.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 21 years+ - NCT05487391RecruitingPhase 3
QL1706 plus chemo after lung cancer surgery
This trial studies whether a study drug called QL1706 added to standard platinum chemotherapy can lower the chance of lung cancer coming back after surgery. It targets people with stage II to IIIB non-small cell lung cancer who have had their tumor fully removed.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT05491512RecruitingPhase 2
Reduced radiation with chemo for HPV throat cancer
This trial tests whether giving less radiation (while using standard chemotherapy) can treat HPV-related throat cancer effectively. It may help reduce radiation exposure while still controlling the cancer.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT05501665RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Adaptive radiation plus pembrolizumab for stage IV lung cancer
This trial tests a personalized (“adaptive”) radiation plan combined with pembrolizumab, and possibly chemotherapy, for advanced stage IV lung cancer. It aims to improve cancer control while carefully managing side effects, including in patients with certain brain metastases.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT05507411RecruitingPhase 2
Watch-and-wait after chemo-radiation plus immunotherapy for esophagus cancer
This Phase 2 study tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug (camrelizumab) to standard chemo-radiation can help some people with operable esophagus cancer avoid immediate surgery, using a “watch and wait” approach. If it works, it may reduce the need for early surgery for carefully selected patients.
Hanzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT05508347RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new antibody with chemo for locally advanced throat cancer
This study tests nituzumab (a targeted antibody) added to standard induction chemotherapy versus placebo plus chemotherapy. It aims to improve tumor control and safety for people with locally advanced nasopharyngeal (throat) cancer.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–70 - NCT05524090Recruiting
Program to prepare for surgery in locally advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial studies an “implementation program” to help patients with locally advanced pancreatic cancer get ready for the next steps after chemotherapy. It may help improve care planning and outcomes for people whose cancer has not grown after initial treatment.
Amsterdam, North HollandAges 18 years+ - NCT05527470RecruitingPhase 3
Chemo then radiation for newly diagnosed advanced nasopharyngeal cancer
This Phase 3 trial tests giving chemotherapy first, then either radiation alone or chemotherapy together with radiation. It aims to improve treatment control for people with newly diagnosed, advanced nasopharyngeal cancer.
Guilin, GuangxiAges 18–65 - NCT05529615Recruiting
Blood DNA test guides chemotherapy after colon cancer surgery
This trial checks a blood test called circulating tumor DNA to help choose the best time and approach for chemotherapy after colon cancer surgery. It aims to reduce recurrence by identifying people who may benefit from treatment based on changes seen in the blood.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for chemotherapy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,011 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.