Clinical trials
Lung cancer clinical trials
Cancer that begins in the lungs, often linked to smoking but also affecting non-smokers. We’re tracking 2,009 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06287775RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new drug combo for small cell lung cancer
This trial tests adding a new drug, iadademstat, to standard immunotherapy drugs (atezolizumab or durvalumab) for people with small cell lung cancer that responded to initial treatment. The goal is to see if this combination works better at preventing cancer from returning.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05620329Recruiting
Pleural fluid registry for drainage in adults
This registry collects information from adults who have fluid around the lungs (pleural effusion) and need clinically indicated drainage because of infection or cancer. It helps researchers better understand these conditions and improve future care.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06033248Recruiting
Urine test for early lung cancer detection
This study is testing if urine samples can help detect lung cancer early. You might help by providing a urine sample—either if you have early-stage lung cancer, have a suspicious lung nodule, or don’t have lung cancer at all.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18–90 - NCT05898594Recruiting
Lung cancer screening for high-risk Black adults
This study is designed to help Black adults at higher risk get lung cancer screening. It checks whether a screening approach can catch lung problems early and connect people to the right next steps.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 50–80 - NCT05645510Recruiting
Study for people on long-term cancer targeted medicines
This study looks at people who are already taking long-term targeted cancer medicines. It may help researchers understand how these treatments work over time and whether there are ways to improve care.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18–90 - NCT05578326RecruitingPhase 2
Trilaciclib plus lurbinectidin for certain previously treated cancers
This Phase 2 study tests the combination of trilaciclib and lurbinectidin in adults whose cancer has already been treated, including with certain standard medicines. It aims to see if this combination can shrink tumors or slow cancer growth.
Lebanon, New HampshireAges 18 years+ - NCT05517811Recruiting
Blood clotting tests before and after surgery for cancer
This study looks at how cancer and surgery affect blood clotting. It may help doctors understand and prevent blood clots in patients having surgery for certain cancers.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–99 - NCT05424029Recruiting
Test blood and lung fluid markers to predict lung cancer return
This study looks at tiny particles from the body (including from lung samples) to see if they can predict whether non-small cell lung cancer comes back after surgery. It may help doctors identify people at higher risk of recurrence sooner, so follow-up plans can be better tailored.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT05242965RecruitingPhase 2
STEMVAC vaccine with pembrolizumab for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests a cancer vaccine called STEMVAC for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. The vaccine is given along with ongoing maintenance immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) to see if it can help keep the cancer from growing.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 18 years+ - NCT04253964RecruitingPhase 2
Chemotherapy plus immunotherapy for advanced lung cancer
This study tests a combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has spread or cannot be removed with surgery. The goal is to see how well this treatment works in patients with different levels of daily activity.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT03740256RecruitingPhase 1
HER2-targeted oncolytic virus plus custom immune cells for solid cancers
This Phase 1 study tests a treatment plan that combines a virus designed to attack cancer with your own custom immune cells that target HER2. It aims to shrink advanced HER2-positive solid tumors (and make future options safer/more effective).
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT02838836Recruiting
Checking for cancer DNA and tumor cells in bodily samples
This study looks for cancer-related material in blood, urine, and sometimes bone marrow. It may help researchers understand how to detect cancer activity and track it over time using less invasive tests.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06465069RecruitingPhase 1
Study of an experimental drug for advanced bladder and other cancers
This trial tests a new drug called LY4052031 for people with advanced or metastatic cancers, especially bladder cancer. The drug aims to slow or stop tumor growth. Doctors will check if it is safe and how well it works.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07149363RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo and immunotherapy after surgery for small cell lung cancer
This trial tests whether adding immunotherapy (durvalumab) to standard chemotherapy after surgery can help prevent small cell lung cancer from coming back. It is for people who have had their cancer completely removed and are well enough to start treatment soon after surgery.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT04976296Recruiting
Monitoring minimal residual disease after lung cancer surgery
This study checks whether a special blood/tissue test called MRD (minimal residual disease, meaning tiny leftover cancer signals) can help monitor lung cancer after surgery. It may help doctors spot relapse earlier after your tumor has been fully removed.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT05797493Recruiting
Test blood and immune markers in extensive-stage small cell lung cancer
This study looks at immune-related blood/tissue markers to understand disease activity in people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer after standard upfront treatment. If your cancer fits the pattern they’re studying, it may help researchers improve how future treatments are matched to patients.
RomeAges 18 years+ - NCT05800223RecruitingPhase 3
Armatinib with or without brain radiation for EGFR lung cancer
This study tests whether armatinib alone or combined with focused brain radiation (SRT) can control brain metastases from EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer. It aims to improve outcomes for people with few, mostly low-symptom brain spots.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06147570RecruitingPhase 2
Study of HS-10365 for RET fusion-positive lung cancer
This trial tests an experimental drug called HS-10365 for people with advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific genetic change called a RET fusion. The drug aims to block the growth of cancer cells with this mutation.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06052098Recruiting
Comparing two ablation methods for early-stage lung cancer
This study compares two ways to destroy early-stage lung cancer without surgery: one using a needle through the chest (CT-guided) and another using a thin tube through the mouth (bronchoscopy-guided). It might be an option if you have small, outer-edge lung cancer and cannot or prefer not to have surgery.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06229340RecruitingPhase 2
Two drug combinations for advanced cancer with RAS mutations
This trial tests two different treatment combinations (leflunomide alone or with MEK inhibitor and hydroxychloroquine) in people with advanced cancer that has a RAS mutation and has not responded to at least two prior therapies.
Saint PetersburgAges 18–85 - NCT06327594Recruiting
Muscle loss check in lung cancer surgery patients
This study looks at muscle loss (sarcopenia) in people with lung cancer who are about to have surgery. It uses a CT or MRI scan to check your muscle health, which may help doctors better plan your care.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 40–100 - NCT06467786RecruitingPhase 4
Irinotecan liposomes for advanced small cell lung cancer
This trial is testing a new form of chemotherapy called irinotecan liposomes for people with advanced small cell lung cancer that has worsened after initial treatment. It aims to see if this drug can shrink tumors and improve survival.
Xi'an, ShannxiAges 18 years+ - NCT07636148Recruiting
Registry of minimally invasive cancer treatment with advanced imaging
This study collects information from patients undergoing minimally invasive procedures to treat solid tumors (cancers) using advanced CT imaging guidance. Researchers want to understand how well this imaging technique helps doctors perform these procedures safely and effectively.
Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesAges 18 years+ - NCT07579221RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Navlimetostat and Pumitamig for Advanced Lung Cancer
This study tests a combination of two experimental drugs (navlimetostat and pumitamig) for advanced non-small cell lung cancer in patients whose tumors have a specific genetic change called MTAP loss. The drugs are designed to attack cancer cells in a new way and may help patients whose cancer has stopped responding to previous treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for lung cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,009 recruiting lung cancer 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 lung cancer 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 lung cancer 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.