Clinical trials · Grand Rapids, MI
Esophageal Cancer clinical trials in Grand Rapids
We’re tracking 16 recruiting esophageal cancer studies with a site in or near Grand Rapids — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Grand Rapids
- NCT07189871RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
177Lu-BetaBart for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new radioactive drug, 177Lu-BetaBart, for people with certain advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to other treatments. The goal is to see if it can shrink tumors or slow their growth.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06242470RecruitingPhase 1
Study of MGC026 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called MGC026 that targets a protein called B7-H3 on cancer cells, aiming to shrink or slow different advanced solid tumors. It is an early-phase study to find the right dose and check safety.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07488676RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of ASP546C for stomach, pancreas, and other cancers
This trial tests a new drug called ASP546C in people with certain advanced cancers that have a specific marker (CLDN18.2). It aims to see if the drug can shrink or slow tumor growth.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06943521RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of MT-4561 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called MT-4561 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to prior treatments. It aims to see if the drug can help shrink tumors or slow their growth.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT05334069Recruiting
Blood test study for early cancer detection in patients
This study collects blood from people with cancer and people without cancer (or with possible cancer) to test whether new blood tests can detect cancer earlier. Your blood samples help researchers evaluate how well these tests work.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 40–75 - NCT07218003Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Study of RNDO-564 alone or with pembrolizumab for bladder cancer
This trial tests an experimental drug, RNDO-564, either by itself or combined with another drug (pembrolizumab), for people with advanced bladder cancer or other solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal is to see if it can shrink tumors or slow cancer growth.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06084481RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new drug for advanced solid tumors
This study tests a new intravenous drug called ABBV-400 in people with certain advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. The goal is to see if it can slow or stop tumor growth and to check for side effects.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07114601RecruitingPhase 1
Study of LY4257496 for people with GRPR-positive solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug, LY4257496, in people with certain types of cancer that have a protein called GRPR on their cells. The study aims to see if the drug can help shrink tumors or slow the cancer's growth.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06445972RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing combination therapies for advanced stomach or esophageal cancer
This study tests new drug combinations for people with advanced stomach or esophageal cancer that worsened after first treatment. It aims to find better options for those whose tumors lack HER2.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07217171RecruitingPhase 1
Study of EVOLVE104 for advanced bladder and squamous cell cancers
This trial tests an experimental drug called EVOLVE104 for people with advanced bladder cancer or certain types of squamous cell cancers. It aims to see if the drug is safe and if it can help shrink tumors.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT05059444Recruiting
Blood test study to watch for cancer coming back
This study looks at whether blood tests can detect signs that cancer may return after curative-intent treatment. You would have blood drawn around your usual follow-up visits for up to 5 years, and your de-identified health data would be shared with study investigators.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06469944RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of drug combinations for stomach or esophagus cancer
This trial tests new combinations of drugs alongside standard chemotherapy for people with advanced stomach or esophagus cancer that has not been treated yet. It aims to see if these combinations can shrink tumors or slow down the cancer better than current options.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06298916RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of 64Cu-LNTH-1363S in Sarcoma or GI Cancer
This trial tests a new imaging agent, 64Cu-LNTH-1363S, to see if it can find certain sarcomas and gastrointestinal cancers. The goal is to help doctors better see where your cancer is and plan the best treatment. You may be eligible if you have a sarcoma or a GI cancer and are willing to have a tumor tissue sample taken.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 15 years+ - NCT06465069RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new drug for advanced bladder and other solid tumors
This study tests a new drug (LY4052031) for people with several types of advanced solid tumors, especially bladder cancer. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective when given alone or after other treatments have stopped working.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07085091RecruitingPhase 1
Study of ALX2004 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug, ALX2004, for people with certain advanced cancers (head and neck, lung, esophagus, or colorectal) that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and effective.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07431281RecruitingPhase 3
New drug combo for advanced stomach cancer with CLDN18.2
This trial tests a new drug combination for people with advanced stomach cancer that has not been treated before. It looks at two groups: one with PD-L1 (a protein that helps decide if immunotherapy works), and one without. The treatment includes an antibody-drug conjugate (Sonesitatug Vedotin) plus standard chemotherapy, with or without an immunotherapy drug.
Grand Rapids, MichiganAges 18 years+
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Esophageal Cancer trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Grand Rapids
Institutions with a site for the recruiting esophageal cancer studies listed above.
- START Midwest · 6 studies
- BAMF Health · 3 studies
- The Cancer and Hematology Centers of West Michigan · 3 studies
- ALX Center 3
- Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan
- Cancer and Hematology Centers of Western Michigan - Norton Shores
- Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals - Butterworth Hospital
- Research Site
What taking part in a esophageal cancer 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.
Looking wider? See all recruiting esophageal cancer studies in Michigan.
Common questions
- Are there esophageal cancer clinical trials near Grand Rapids?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 16 recruiting esophageal cancer studies with a site near Grand Rapids, 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 esophageal cancer study near Grand Rapids?
- 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 Grand Rapids to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Grand Rapids, 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 esophageal cancer 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.
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