Clinical trials
Lung clinical trials
Below are recruiting lung clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 2,831 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06096844RecruitingPhase 3
Chemotherapy plus immunotherapy vs. immunotherapy alone for older adults with lung cancer
This study compares getting both chemotherapy and immunotherapy versus immunotherapy alone for older adults with advanced lung cancer. The goal is to see which approach is more effective and tolerable for people aged 70 and older.
Fayetteville, ArkansasAges 70 years+ - NCT06075524Recruiting
How PD-1 therapy affects immune cells in advanced cancers
This study looks at how your immune system responds to PD-1/PD-L1 immunotherapy (drugs like Keytruda or Opdivo) for advanced melanoma, lung cancer, and similar cancers. It involves regular blood tests to track your immune cells, which may help doctors understand why these treatments work for some people better than others.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT04900935Recruiting
Survivorship and palliative care planning for metastatic lung cancer
This study tests a more patient-centered way to plan survivorship care and comfort (palliative) care for people with metastatic lung cancer. It may help you get support that matches your goals, especially alongside your current targeted treatment.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05786924RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Targeted cancer drug study for RAS/RAF mutation-positive tumors
This Phase 1/2 study tests S241656 (a targeted cancer medicine) in people whose cancers have certain “RAS/RAF” gene changes. It may help shrink tumors or control cancer growth, and also finds the safest dose and best way to use the drug.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05570825RecruitingPhase 2
Study drug SX-682 with pembrolizumab for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests SX-682 plus pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) to treat metastatic or recurrent non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It aims to see how well the combination works and whether it can shrink or control the cancer in people whose tumors have enough PD-L1.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT05502523Recruiting
Blood test DNA levels after lung surgery
This study looks at how different lung surgical techniques affect levels of tumor DNA in the blood before and after surgery for early-stage lung cancer. It may help doctors choose surgical approaches and use a blood test to monitor cancer after surgery.
Abington, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05493566RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Low-dose IL-2 plus pembrolizumab for stage IV lung cancer
This early-phase study tests whether low-dose IL-2 combined with pembrolizumab can help treat stage IV non-small cell lung cancer that has not had prior advanced treatment. It may be an option if your tumor has certain immune-marker findings (PD-L1) and you meet safety requirements.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05419076RecruitingPhase 2
SRS radiation for small cell lung cancer with brain spread
This Phase 2 trial tests a type of focused radiation (stereotactic radiosurgery, or SRS) for people with small cell lung cancer that has spread to the brain. It looks at whether this approach can treat brain metastases when the cancer has limited to a certain number of spots.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT04780568RecruitingPhase 1
First-line osimertinib plus tegavivint for EGFR-mutant lung cancer
This Phase 1 study tests osimertinib combined with tegavivint as the first treatment for metastatic (stage IV) non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with certain EGFR gene mutations. It aims to find the safest dose and see how well the combination can control cancer and side effects.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT03191149RecruitingPhase 2
Osimertinib for lung cancer with an EGFR exon 20 change
This Phase 2 study tests osimertinib (a targeted lung cancer pill) in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumors have an EGFR exon 20 insertion. It aims to see how well osimertinib works for this specific EGFR mutation and how safe it is.
Anchorage, AlaskaAges 18 years+ - NCT03199651Recruiting
Study for people with stage IV lung cancer
This study focuses on improving outcomes for people with stage IV non-small cell lung cancer by gathering health, treatment, and lifestyle information. It may help researchers understand what supports survival and care planning, especially for people who are current smokers or recent quitters.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07615764Recruiting
Lung cancer education for American Indian and Alaska Native smokers
This study tests an educational program called the Lung Toolkit that aims to improve knowledge about lung cancer and screening among American Indian and Alaska Native smokers. It may help you understand lung cancer risks and screening options.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 50–80 - NCT07652736Recruiting
Tislelizumab for lung cancer in routine care
This study watches how well Tislelizumab works for people with lung cancer when it is used as part of their normal treatment. It does not give you any new medicine or change your care plan.
CórdobaAges 18 years+ - NCT06948097RecruitingPhase 1
Testing fostamatinib for lung transplant patients with donor-specific antibodies
This trial tests a new medicine called fostamatinib for people who have had a lung transplant and have developed donor-specific antibodies (DSA) on their lung. The goal is to see if this medicine is safe and can help prevent the body from rejecting the new lung.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18–99 - NCT05550961Recruiting
Real-world study of innovative treatments for lung cancer
This study collects real-world information about people with lung cancer who get newer kinds of cancer drugs. It aims to understand how these innovative therapies work in everyday care and help future research.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT07838519Enrolling by invitation
Personalized lung cancer screening for veterans
This study tests a personalized approach to help veterans decide if lung cancer screening is right for them. It aims to improve early detection by considering each person's unique risk factors, such as smoking history, military exposures, and lung health.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 50–80 - NCT07738172RecruitingPhase 3
Osimertinib with or without lung tumor surgery for EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer
This study tests whether adding surgery to remove the main lung tumor improves outcomes for people with stage 4 lung cancer that has a specific EGFR mutation and only limited spread. If you qualify, you will take the targeted drug osimertinib for 12 weeks, and if the tumor responds, you may be randomly assigned to either continue the drug alone or have the main tumor surgically removed and then continue the drug.
Taipei, Taipei CityAges 18 years+ - NCT07723872Recruiting
Finger vs. earlobe oxygen test during a 6-minute walk
This study compares oxygen levels measured at the finger versus the earlobe during a 6-minute walk test for people with interstitial lung disease. It helps find the most accurate way to monitor your oxygen during exercise.
Granollers, SpainAges 18 years+ - NCT07718672RecruitingPhase 2
New radiation technique for early-stage lung cancer
This trial compares a newer, more targeted type of radiation (hotspot SABR) with the standard SABR approach for people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if the newer method works just as well or better while possibly reducing side effects.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05501665RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Adaptive radiation plus pembrolizumab for stage IV lung cancer
This trial tests a personalized (“adaptive”) radiation plan combined with pembrolizumab, and possibly chemotherapy, for advanced stage IV lung cancer. It aims to improve cancer control while carefully managing side effects, including in patients with certain brain metastases.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT07613099RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new PET scan to detect lung and heart scarring
This study tests a new imaging scan (called 18F-FAPI PET/CT) that may help detect scarring in the lungs, heart, or blood vessels. If you have a heart, lung, or blood vessel condition that could cause scarring, this scan might show damage earlier and help doctors plan better treatment.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT07619599RecruitingPhase 1
PET Scan to Track Lung Cancer Treatment Response
This study uses a special PET imaging scan to help doctors see how well pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy drug) is working against advanced non-small cell lung cancer. You'll receive the scan along with your regular pembrolizumab treatment and possible radiation therapy to help measure treatment response.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07614685Recruiting
MRI and Breathing Tests to Study Healthy Lung Function
This study uses advanced MRI imaging and breathing tests to understand how healthy lungs work. Researchers are developing new ways to measure lung function that might help doctors diagnose lung disease earlier in the future.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07597187Recruiting
Analyzing lung tissue samples to improve chronic lung disease diagnosis
This study uses a new imaging technology called LIBS to examine lung tissue samples that were already removed as part of your regular care. The goal is to see if this method can help doctors better understand and diagnose chronic lung diseases like interstitial lung disease, sarcoidosis, or emphysema.
GrenobleAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for lung?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,831 recruiting lung 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 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 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.