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
- NCT07239661Recruiting
Acupuncture plus immunotherapy for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests whether adding electroacupuncture to a PD-1 inhibitor (a type of immunotherapy) can help people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer who have limited activity levels. It may improve treatment response and quality of life.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07232433Recruiting
Freezing treatment for lung ground-glass nodules
This study tests a freezing treatment (cryoablation) for lung nodules that look like ground glass and are confirmed to be cancer. It's for people who cannot or choose not to have surgery or radiation.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07234929Recruiting
Chat reminders for follow-up after abnormal chest x-rays
This trial tests if getting reminders through the Zalo chat app helps people complete follow-up tests after an abnormal chest x-ray. It aims to catch lung cancer early in people at higher risk.
Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh CityAges 40–62 - NCT06911606RecruitingPhase 2
Serplulimab with chemotherapy before surgery for limited-stage small cell lung cancer
This trial tests adding an immunotherapy drug called serplulimab to standard chemotherapy before surgery for limited-stage small cell lung cancer (LS-SCLC). The goal is to see if this combination helps shrink the tumor and improve outcomes for patients who have not received prior treatment.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07225036Recruiting
Low-dose liver radiation to boost immunotherapy
This trial tests whether adding a low dose of radiation to the liver can make standard immunotherapy work better for people with non-small cell lung cancer or melanoma that has spread to the liver.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07217301RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing TAK-928 to docetaxel for advanced lung cancer
This study tests a new drug called TAK-928 against the standard chemo docetaxel for people with advanced squamous non-small cell lung cancer. You may be able to join if you have already tried a checkpoint inhibitor and platinum chemotherapy, and your cancer has grown.
Jonesboro, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07214441Enrolling by invitation
BE+ program for lung cancer survivors
This trial tests a program called BE+ for people who have finished treatment for non-small cell lung cancer. It aims to see if the program is practical and helpful for improving health after treatment.
Columbia, South CarolinaAges 21 years+ - NCT07213375RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
High-dose steroid to reduce pain after lung surgery
This trial tests if a high dose of dexamethasone (a steroid) can lower pain after keyhole lung surgery. If you are having planned keyhole lung surgery for a lobe or segment, you may be eligible.
Copenhagen, CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT06921681Recruiting
Ultrasound-guided biopsy of chest lymph nodes
This trial uses a special ultrasound-guided procedure to take tissue samples from swollen lymph nodes in the chest. It aims to improve diagnosis for people who already need a bronchoscopy.
BaselAges 18–90 - NCT06926413RecruitingPhase 1
How aumolertinib changes midazolam levels in lung cancer patients
This study tests how a lung cancer pill called aumolertinib affects the levels of another drug (midazolam) in your body. It is for people with advanced NSCLC whose tumors have specific EGFR gene changes.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT07206498RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of WSD0922-FU with Osimertinib for advanced NSCLC
This trial tests a new combination treatment (WSD0922-FU plus osimertinib) for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that has a specific EGFR mutation. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and effective.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT07211529Recruiting
Nerve block during chest surgery to reduce complications
This trial tests whether a numbing injection near the spine (paravertebral block) given during keyhole chest surgery can lower the risk of problems after surgery. It might help patients recover more comfortably.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–80 - NCT06754930RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of SHR-1826 combined with other treatments for lung cancer
This trial tests a new drug called SHR-1826 in combination with other anti-cancer therapies for people with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It aims to see if these combinations are safe and effective for patients who haven't been treated before or whose cancer has come back.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06933758Recruiting
Temple Health Chest Lung Screening Study
This study looks at how a hospital program can help people who are at risk for lung cancer get the proper screening and follow-up care. You may be eligible if you are a Temple patient and have had a low-dose CT scan for lung cancer screening.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 50–80 - NCT06926790RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy before surgery for stage II-IIIA lung cancer
This trial tests whether two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab) given before surgery can help treat non-small cell lung cancer that is stage II to IIIA. It's for people whose tumors are removable and who haven't had prior cancer treatment.
GuangzhouAges 18–80 - NCT07198217RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo, radiation, and immunotherapy for lung cancer
This trial tests a combination of platinum-based chemotherapy, large fractionated radiotherapy, and the immunotherapy drug tislelizumab for people with stage IIIB to IV non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer. It aims to see if this approach can help control the cancer without certain gene mutations.
Zibo, ShandongAges 18–75 - NCT07193641RecruitingPhase 2
Lattice radiotherapy with standard care for slow-growing lung cancer
This trial tests whether adding a special radiotherapy technique called lattice radiotherapy to your usual cancer treatment can help control NSCLC that has started to grow in a few new spots. If you have up to 5 growing tumors and at least one measures 4.5 cm or larger, this study might be an option.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT07199959Recruiting
Study on why entrectinib stops working in ROS1 lung cancer
This study looks at why the targeted drug entrectinib stops working in some people with ROS1-positive lung cancer. Participants will give blood or tumor samples before and after treatment to help researchers understand resistance.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06941948Recruiting
Sleep and immune system in lung cancer
This study looks at how sleep problems affect your body's immune response to lung cancer. It aims to find links between sleep and the tumor environment, which could help improve treatment.
ShanghaiAges 18–70 - NCT07188480Recruiting
DNA and RNA testing for advanced lung cancer
This study tests a new way to analyze DNA and RNA from lung tumor samples taken during a bronchoscopy. It aims to find genetic changes that could help guide treatment for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer.
Bologna, BolognaAges 18 years+ - NCT07191171Recruiting
Gut bacteria drugs and immunotherapy in lung cancer
This study looks at whether certain drugs (like antibiotics or other gut-bacteria-affecting medications) influence how well immunotherapy works for advanced non-small cell lung cancer. It may help find ways to improve treatment outcomes.
StrasbourgAges 18 years+ - NCT07190677Recruiting
Nivolumab plus ipilimumab with chemo for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests combining two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab) with chemotherapy as a first treatment for advanced lung cancer that has spread or come back. It may help if your cancer hasn't been treated before and doesn't have certain genetic changes.
Pavia, LombardyAges Any age - NCT07177846Recruiting
Skills training for emotional distress in advanced lung cancer
This study tests a structured program that teaches coping skills to people with stage IV lung cancer who are experiencing emotional distress. It aims to help them feel better and manage the challenges of living with advanced cancer.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07178795RecruitingPhase 3
New drug vs standard care for HER2-mutant lung cancer
This study is testing a new drug (BL-M07D1) compared to a standard combination of pembrolizumab and chemotherapy for people with a specific type of advanced lung cancer (non-squamous NSCLC) that has a HER2 mutation and has not been treated before. The goal is to see which treatment works better.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75
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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.
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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.