Clinical trials
Head and Neck (HNSCC) clinical trials
Below are recruiting head and neck (hnscc) clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 208 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04807140RecruitingPhase 2
Study of toripalimab before surgery for head and neck cancer
This trial tests toripalimab (an immunotherapy) given before surgery for untreated head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, either alone or with chemotherapy. The goal is to shrink or control the cancer earlier and see if it improves outcomes for people who plan curative surgery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–80 - NCT07814287RecruitingPhase 2
New drug combo for advanced EGFR-positive head and neck cancer
This trial tests a new combination of drugs for a type of head and neck cancer that has a specific protein called EGFR. The treatment combines an antibody-drug conjugate, an immunotherapy, and standard chemotherapy. The goal is to see if this combination shrinks or controls the cancer before possible surgery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT07807163RecruitingPhase 2
Study of ficerafusp alfa with pembrolizumab for head and neck cancer
This study tests a new drug called ficerafusp alfa combined with pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) in people with head and neck cancer that has returned or spread. The drug targets a protein that may help the immune system fight the cancer. The study is comparing two different schedules of giving the drug to see which is better.
Fort Myers, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07801235Recruiting
Radiation therapy with or without chemotherapy for head and neck cancer
This trial compares two treatments for certain head and neck cancers: radiation therapy alone given more often (hyperfractionated) versus radiation combined with chemotherapy. The goal is to see if one approach is better at controlling the cancer while limiting side effects.
AmmanAges 18–75 - NCT07791745RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Comparing treatments for advanced head and neck cancer
This trial tests a new combination of treatments for head and neck cancer that has returned or spread and can't be cured with local therapy. It compares a standard chemotherapy with or without an additional drug to see which is more effective and safe.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07659678RecruitingPhase 2
Pet scan for head and neck cancer
This study tests a special PET/CT scan that may help doctors see the cancer more clearly in people with head and neck cancer, either at diagnosis or if it comes back.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06601335RecruitingPhase 3
New immunotherapy combo for head and neck cancer
This trial tests a new combination of two immunotherapy drugs (AK112 and AK117) versus the standard immunotherapy pembrolizumab for people with advanced head and neck cancer that hasn't been treated before.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT07630168RecruitingPhase 2
Does infusion timing affect treatment response in solid tumors?
This trial tests whether the time of day you receive your infusion (morning vs. afternoon) affects how well your cancer treatment works. It is for people with advanced lung cancer or head and neck cancer that can be surgically removed.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07601737RecruitingPhase 2
Nimotuzumab with immunotherapy and chemotherapy for head and neck cancer
This trial tests a combination of three treatments—nimotuzumab (a targeted therapy), a PD-1 inhibitor (which boosts your immune system), and chemotherapy—followed by surgery for locally advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. The goal is to shrink the tumor and improve survival.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT07573956RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Fast versus standard radiation after head and neck cancer surgery
This trial compares two different radiation schedules after surgery for head and neck cancer. One schedule delivers radiation faster over fewer weeks, while the other uses the standard approach. The study tests whether the faster schedule works just as well while potentially reducing side effects.
Jhajjar, HaryanaAges 18–80 - NCT07512921Recruiting
Gene Expression Study for HPV-Negative Head and Neck Cancer
This study compares gene patterns in tumor tissue and blood samples from patients with HPV-negative head and neck cancer. Understanding these patterns may help doctors better understand the disease and develop better treatments.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT07501650RecruitingPhase 1
Pembrolizumab plus ultrasound bubbles for head and neck cancer
This trial combines the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) with a special ultrasound technique that uses tiny bubbles to make the treatment work better. It is for people with HPV-negative head and neck cancer that has come back or spread to other parts of the body.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07485296RecruitingPhase 2
Postbiotics with pembrolizumab for advanced head and neck cancer
This trial tests whether adding postbiotics (beneficial bacteria byproducts) to the standard immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab can improve your immune system's response against advanced or metastatic head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.
Rozzano, MilanoAges 18 years+ - NCT07462377RecruitingPhase 1
Testing EPI-326 for EGFR-mutant lung and head & neck cancers
This trial tests a new drug, EPI-326, in people with advanced lung or head & neck cancers that have certain EGFR changes. The goal is to see if it is safe and may help shrink the cancer.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07460765RecruitingPhase 1
Nivolumab with a special dye for head and neck cancer surgery
This trial tests if a special dye attached to the drug nivolumab can help surgeons see cancer cells more clearly during surgery. If you have head and neck cancer and are scheduled for surgery, this study might be an option for you.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT07448727Recruiting
Early PET scan for head and neck cancer on immunotherapy
This trial uses a special PET/CT scan early in treatment to see if first-line immunotherapy is working for people with recurrent or metastatic head and neck cancer. It aims to learn if early response can predict outcomes and help guide care.
Rome, ItalyAges 18 years+ - NCT07408063RecruitingPhase 2
Study of new drug for advanced head and neck cancer
This trial tests a new drug (GSK5764227) for head and neck cancer that has spread or come back. It looks at your tumor's biomarkers to understand why some people respond to treatment. You may need to have had certain prior treatments depending on which group you join.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06494943RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of IBI110 and Sintilimab with Chemo for Head and Neck Cancer
This trial tests a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (IBI110 and sintilimab) with chemotherapy before surgery for people with advanced head and neck cancer that can be removed surgically. The goal is to see if this approach helps shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06876844RecruitingPhase 2
Surufatinib plus Envolizumab for advanced head and neck cancer
This study tests a new combination of two drugs (Surufatinib and Envolizumab) as a second treatment option for people with head and neck cancer that has returned or spread. It's for patients whose first treatment (usually chemo or immunotherapy) stopped working within 6 months.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT06869473RecruitingPhase 2
Cetuximab, chemo, and avelumab for head and neck cancer
This trial tests a combination of targeted therapy (cetuximab) and immunotherapy (avelumab) plus chemotherapy as a first treatment for people with head and neck cancer that has come back or spread. The goal is to see if adding these medicines helps control the cancer longer.
Cagliari, CAGLIARIAges 18 years+ - NCT06693323RecruitingPhase 2
AHCC supplement with standard therapy for HPV-related head and neck cancer
This trial tests whether adding an AHCC supplement to standard treatment can improve outcomes for people with HPV-positive head and neck cancer. It is for patients who have had surgery and have certain high-risk features, like positive margins or cancer spread to lymph nodes.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18–79 - NCT07214987RecruitingPhase 2
PDT with immunotherapy and chemo for head and neck cancer
This trial tests a combination of an immunotherapy drug (toripalimab) and two chemotherapy drugs (cisplatin and docetaxel) as a first treatment before surgery or radiation for advanced head and neck cancers. It may help shrink tumors that can't be easily treated with standard therapy.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07190755Recruiting
Symptom tracking with a smartphone app for head and neck cancer
This trial uses a smartphone app to track your symptoms during radiation treatment for head and neck cancer. It aims to help your care team catch problems early and improve your quality of life.
RouenAges 18–75 - NCT07149207RecruitingPhase 2
Using a dye during head and neck cancer surgery
This study tests whether a special dye (ICG) injected before surgery can help surgeons see head and neck cancer more clearly during the operation. It is for people with squamous cell carcinoma who are at risk of their cancer returning and are scheduled for surgery.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for head and neck (hnscc)?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 208 recruiting head and neck (hnscc) 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 head and neck (hnscc) 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 head and neck (hnscc) 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
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma Head and Neck Cancer (HNSCC)
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Head and Neck Neoplasms
- Head and Neck Carcinoma
- Recurrent Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Metastatic Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Locally Advanced Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma
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.