Clinical trials
Diffuse Glioma clinical trials
Below are recruiting diffuse glioma clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 60 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05476939RecruitingPhase 3
BIOMEDE 2.0 trial for DIPG and similar brainstem gliomas
This phase 3 study tests targeted treatments (ONC201 or everolimus) for children with DIPG or similar diffuse midline brain tumors, based on the tumor’s genetic markers. It aims to improve outcomes by matching treatment to the tumor biology and comparing approaches in a randomized way.
AarhusAges 6 months+ - NCT07680439RecruitingPhase 2
CAR T cell therapy study for children with DIPG brain tumor
This trial tests a new CAR T cell therapy (BCB-276) for children and young adults with a type of brain tumor called DIPG. The therapy uses your own immune cells that are specially trained to attack the cancer.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 1–26 - NCT03101813Recruiting
Share DIPG/DMG tumor information for an international registry
This trial builds an international registry (a secure collection of patient records) for people who have been diagnosed with DIPG/DMG, including children and adults. Sharing information can help researchers better understand these tumors and plan future studies.
Cincinnati, OhioAges Any age - NCT05009992RecruitingPhase 2
Drug combination for diffuse midline gliomas in children and young adults
This Phase 2 trial studies whether a combination of medicines (including ONC201/related study drugs) can better treat diffuse midline gliomas, a type of brain/spinal cord tumor that often affects the midline. You may qualify if your tumor diagnosis is confirmed and your treatment timing (before radiation, after radiation, or at recurrence) matches one of the study groups.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 2–39 - NCT05298995RecruitingPhase 1
GD2 CAR T-cell treatment for pediatric brain tumors
This trial tests a special immune-cell therapy (GD2 CAR T cells) made for pediatric brain tumor patients. It uses a planned treatment plan and monitoring to see if the therapy is safe and can work against the tumor.
Roma, ItalyAges 6 months–30 years - NCT05717153RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Test drugs through the tumor to study brain tumor metabolism
This early-phase study tests two drugs (DFMO and AMXT 1501) given directly into the tumor to see how they affect tumor biology and metabolism. Researchers may learn whether this approach could be safer and helpful for people with diffuse or high-grade glioma.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT05839379Recruiting
Targeted therapy study for children and young adults with brain tumors
This trial studies a targeted medicine approach for high-grade glioma (a fast-growing brain tumor) and some diffuse midline tumors, including DIPG. It may help by matching treatment to tumor biology using tumor testing done before or around starting standard therapy.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 1–39 - NCT05843253RecruitingPhase 2
Ribociclib plus everolimus or temozolomide for certain brain tumors
This Phase 2 study tests ribociclib with either everolimus or temozolomide, depending on the specific brain tumor type. It may help slow tumor growth in children and young adults whose tumor has specific genetic changes and who have had recent standard radiation therapy.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 1–39 - NCT06016452RecruitingPhase 2
Chlorophyllin for brain radiation damage in glioma patients
This trial tests if chlorophyllin can help manage brain damage caused by radiation therapy in people with diffuse glioma. It may reduce symptoms or prevent them from getting worse.
Mumbai, MaharashtraAges 18–70 - NCT06333899RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Lorlatinib for newly diagnosed brain tumors with ROS or ALK fusion
This trial tests if lorlatinib, a targeted pill, can shrink or slow the growth of high-grade brain tumors that have a specific ROS or ALK genetic change. It is for children and young adults who have not yet had treatment for their tumor.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 1–21 - NCT06624371RecruitingPhase 1
Atovaquone with radiation for children with brain tumors
This trial tests adding atovaquone to standard radiation therapy for children with aggressive brain tumors like high-grade glioma (a fast-growing brain cancer) or medulloblastoma. The goal is to see if this drug, which targets energy production in cancer cells, can make radiation work better.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 2–25 - NCT07223034RecruitingPhase 1
A study of targeted radiation for PSMA-positive gliomas
This early-phase trial tests a radioactive drug called 177Lu-PSMA-617 for people with certain types of brain tumors (gliomas) that have a specific marker (PSMA). The drug targets and delivers radiation to the tumor cells. It may be an option if standard treatments have been completed.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT01106794Recruiting
Test of tumor sample analysis for brainstem glioma
This trial analyzes tumor tissue or samples to learn more about brainstem gliomas, including a common type called diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma. The results may help doctors better understand these tumors and guide future treatments.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 21 years - NCT07589257RecruitingPhase 2
VRT106 drug combined with radiation for brain stem tumors
This trial tests whether a new drug called VRT106, given alongside radiation therapy, can help treat a serious type of brain tumor called diffuse midline glioma or DIPG. The drug is designed to work with radiation to fight the cancer.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT04196413RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T cell treatment for a specific brainstem glioma mutation
This Phase 1 study tests a custom immune therapy called GD2 CAR T cells in children and adults with a specific type of diffuse midline glioma (DMG) that has the H3K27M mutation. The goal is to see if the treatment is safe and can help control the cancer.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 2–60 - NCT04185038RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T therapy through a catheter for pediatric brain tumors
This Phase 1 trial tests a personalized immune-cell treatment (CAR T) delivered directly in the brain-area space using a catheter. It may help children and young adults with hard-to-treat (recurrent or refractory) diffuse midline brain tumors like DIPG/DMG when standard options aren’t working.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 1–26 - NCT05553041RecruitingEarly Phase 1
PET-MRI scan test for aggressive brain tumors in children
This early-phase study uses a special PET scan plus MRI to help doctors tell apart tumor changes in children with aggressive gliomas. It may help find whether treatment is working or if the tumor is progressing, while also mapping tumor activity in the brain.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 1–21 - NCT06161974RecruitingPhase 2
Olutasidenib and temozolomide for IDH1-mutant high-grade glioma
This trial tests a combination of two oral medications, olutasidenib and temozolomide, for people with a specific type of aggressive brain tumor (high-grade glioma) that has an IDH1 mutation. The goal is to see if this combination can help control the tumor after standard treatment like radiation.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 12–39 - NCT04943848RecruitingPhase 1
Vaccine plus immune treatment for newly diagnosed brain stem tumors
This early-phase trial tests a customized vaccine (made from your tumor’s cell parts) along with an immune “checkpoint blocker” medicine. It’s for newly diagnosed DIPG/DMG to see if this combination is safe and can help control the cancer.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 1–18 - NCT05762419RecruitingPhase 1
FUS and etoposide treatment for midline brain tumors
This early-phase study tests whether focusing ultrasound (FUS) plus etoposide can help treat children and teens with diffuse midline glioma that affects the brainstem (pons) and/or thalamus, especially with an H3K27M change. Participants must have cancer that is getting worse and be healthy enough to safely receive study treatment.
New York, New YorkAges 4–21 - NCT06838676RecruitingPhase 2
ACT001 for DIPG and H3K27-altered high-grade gliomas
This trial tests a drug called ACT001 for people with diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) or certain high-grade gliomas that have a specific genetic change (H3K27-altered). It includes two groups: one for newly diagnosed DIPG after radiation, and another for progressive or recurrent disease.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 1–39 - NCT05956821RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study drug for young people with recurring brain glioma
This Phase 1/2 trial tests a study treatment for children and young adults under 22 whose brain glioma has come back or isn’t responding to prior treatment. It’s designed to see whether the treatment is safe and effective for shrinking tumors in this situation.
Miami, FloridaAges 1–21 - NCT06896110Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Spinal chemo and immunotherapy for recurrent high-grade glioma
This trial tests a combination of two drugs—azacitidine and nivolumab—given directly into the spinal fluid for people whose high-grade glioma has come back after initial treatment. The goal is to see if this approach can safely target the tumor and slow its growth.
Iowa City, IowaAges 13 years+ - NCT05278208RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Lutathera for high-grade brain tumors that returned or got worse
This trial tests if Lutathera, a radioactive drug that targets certain tumors, can help children and young adults with high-grade brain tumors or meningiomas that have come back or are growing. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and works.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 4–39
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for diffuse glioma?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 60 recruiting diffuse glioma 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 diffuse glioma 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 diffuse glioma 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.