Clinical trials
High Grade Glioma clinical trials
Below are recruiting high grade glioma clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 117 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06482905RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for recurrent grade 4 brain tumors
This trial tests a new treatment called TX103 CAR-T cells for people with a grade 4 glioma (like glioblastoma) that has come back or gotten worse after standard treatment. The therapy uses your own immune cells that are specially trained to attack a marker called B7-H3 found on tumor cells.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–75 - NCT06428045RecruitingPhase 1
STARLITE for hard-to-surgery high-grade brain tumors
This trial tests a new treatment called STARLITE for people with fast-growing brain tumors (high-grade gliomas) that cannot be safely removed with surgery. The treatment uses a laser to destroy the tumor from the inside. It may be a good option if you haven't had any prior treatment for this tumor.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05532397Recruiting
Tested lab-chosen drug combo for recurrent brain tumor
This study uses a patient’s tumor tissue to test drug combinations in the lab, aiming to help choose a better second-line treatment for recurrent high-grade astrocytic glioma. If your tumor tissue can be tested, the results may guide a more personalized medication plan.
SingaporeAges 21–99 - 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 - 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 - 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+ - NCT06072586RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Study of BDTX-1535 for brain tumors with EGFR changes
This trial tests a new drug, BDTX-1535, for people with a type of brain tumor called high-grade glioma that has a specific change in the EGFR gene. The study looks at how the drug works in the body and how safe it is for both newly diagnosed and recurrent tumors.
Chandler, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - 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 - 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 - 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 - NCT05698524RecruitingPhase 1
Temodar plus an investigational pill for recurrent brain cancer
This Phase 1 study tests an investigational drug (PCI-24781) together with Temodar in people whose high-grade glioma (grade III/IV) has come back after prior treatment. It aims to find a safe dose and see how well the combination may work for recurrent disease.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 19 years+ - NCT05632562RecruitingEarly Phase 1
PET/MRI scan study for newly diagnosed brain cancer changes
This early-phase study uses special PET/MRI scans to look at how a newly diagnosed high-grade glioma is changing under standard treatment. The goal is to see whether these scans can better assess the disease, which may help guide future care.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 10–89 - NCT05565118RecruitingPhase 1
Brain activity study during surgery for high-grade glioma
This early-stage study measures electrical brain activity during brain tumor surgery to see if it can predict tumor return or progression. You may be offered the additional measurements while your surgeon removes a suspected or known high-grade glioma.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT04543201Recruiting
Telehealth help planning your future care after high-grade brain cancer
This trial offers video visits to help people newly diagnosed with a high-grade glioma (a serious brain tumor) talk through their future care preferences. It aims to support “advanced directives,” meaning documenting the kind of care you want if you can’t speak for yourself later.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18 years+ - 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 - 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 - NCT05212272Recruiting
MRI plus cognitive testing during glioma chemoradiation
This study uses MRI scans and related brain/cognitive testing while you receive standard chemotherapy and radiation for a high-grade brain tumor. It aims to see how MRI measures and brain testing may relate to your treatment response or brain function.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT05096481RecruitingPhase 2
Vaccine for brain tumors in children and young adults
This trial tests a vaccine that may help the immune system fight brain tumors (medulloblastoma, high-grade glioma, and DIPG). It is for patients who have already had standard treatment and whose tumors are still present or have returned.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 3–39 - NCT05030298RecruitingPhase 1
Pre-op focused radiation for aggressive brain tumor
This early-phase study tests a type of very targeted radiation given before surgery for people with a high-grade (aggressive) brain tumor. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and potentially improves treatment, while collecting tumor and blood samples for research.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT04865315Recruiting
Donate tumor samples to build organoid tissue from glioma
This study collects tumor tissue during brain surgery to create lab-grown “organoids” (mini models of the tumor). It aims to build a tissue bank that researchers can use to better study gliomas and develop treatments.
Maastricht, LimburgAges 18 years+ - NCT04771806Recruiting
MRI-guided adaptive radiation for high-grade brain tumors
This study uses repeated MRI scans with a contrast dye to help doctors tailor (adapt) your radiation treatment over time for a high-grade glioma. It may help improve how accurately radiation targets the tumor as it changes.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04655404RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Larotrectinib for children with newly diagnosed glioma with NTRK fusion
This trial tests larotrectinib, a targeted cancer medicine, in children and teens with newly diagnosed high-grade brain glioma that has an NTRK fusion. It may help shrink or control tumors by targeting a specific genetic change in the cancer.
Aurora, ColoradoAges Up to 21 years - NCT04573140RecruitingPhase 1
RNA vaccine study for newly diagnosed adult and pediatric brain tumors
This Phase 1 trial studies an “RNA-lipid particle” vaccine given after surgery for certain newly diagnosed brain cancers (glioblastoma in adults, high-grade glioma in children/teens). The goal is to see whether the vaccine is safe and can train the immune system to fight the tumor.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 4 years+ - NCT04485559RecruitingPhase 1
Trametinib and everolimus for recurrent gliomas
This trial tests two drugs, trametinib and everolimus, for children and young adults with recurrent or progressive gliomas (a type of brain tumor). The goal is to see if this drug combination is safe and effective in treating these tumors.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 1–25
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for high grade glioma?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 117 recruiting high grade 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 high grade 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 high grade 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.
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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.