Clinical trials · Massachusetts
Lymphoma clinical trials in Massachusetts
We’re tracking 105 recruiting lymphoma studies with a site in Massachusetts — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Massachusetts
- NCT05139017RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Test drug Zilovertamab vedotin with standard care for lymphoma
This trial studies zilovertamab vedotin added to standard chemotherapy for people with relapsed or refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL). It may help by targeting lymphoma cells and improving how well standard treatment works after prior treatments have failed.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04972942RecruitingPhase 1
Immunotherapy for high-risk T-cell blood cancers after transplant
This Phase 1 study tests a targeted immune treatment given after strong pre-treatment (myeloablative chemo plus total-body radiation) before or along with an allogeneic stem cell transplant. It may help prevent the cancer from coming back in young people with high-risk T-cell ALL or certain T-cell lymphomas.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Up to 39 years - NCT04855695RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study for relapsed mantle cell lymphoma using targeted oral drugs
This Phase 1/2 study tests a combination of oral and antibody treatments for mantle cell lymphoma that has come back (relapsed) or did not respond (refractory). It aims to control the cancer and uses blood/tumor test results to guide some treatment timing for eligible participants.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04906096RecruitingPhase 2
Paxalisib for repeat or resistant brain lymphoma
This Phase 2 study tests paxalisib to shrink or control primary CNS lymphoma that has come back or did not respond to prior treatment. It may help by blocking specific cell-growth signals that can drive this lymphoma.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04840602RecruitingPhase 2
Venetoclax plus rituximab versus standard Waldenstrom treatment
This trial tests whether adding venetoclax to rituximab works better than standard treatment options for Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinemia (WM). It’s for adults whose WM needs treatment and who meet specific blood, organ, infection, and medication safety requirements.
Burlington, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04771572RecruitingPhase 1
Oral drug LP-118 for relapsed blood cancers
This Phase 1 study tests an oral (by mouth) drug called LP-118 in people whose blood cancers have returned or did not respond to prior treatment. The goal is to find a safe dose and see whether it can shrink or control the cancer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 13 years+ - NCT04561206RecruitingPhase 2
Brentuximab plus nivolumab for relapsed Hodgkin lymphoma
This Phase 2 trial studies brentuximab vedotin plus nivolumab in people whose classical Hodgkin lymphoma has come back or did not respond to treatment. It aims to shrink tumors and improve control of the disease, especially when standard options like transplant are not possible.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT03460977RecruitingPhase 1
Mevrometostat trial for hormone-resistant prostate cancer
This Phase 1 study tests mevrometostat (PF 06821497) in people with castration-resistant prostate cancer to see if it’s safe and how the body responds to it. It may be an option if your cancer is no longer controlled by hormone therapy and your organ health tests are within limits.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT02974647RecruitingPhase 2
Ruxolitinib for relapsed or hard-to-treat T/NK cell lymphoma
This trial studies ruxolitinib, a medicine that affects immune signaling, in people whose T-cell or NK-cell lymphoma has returned or hasn’t responded to treatment. It may help shrink lymphoma and improve symptoms after other therapies.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT01351545Recruiting
Cryopreserved cord blood access program for transplant patients
This trial studies an organized way to obtain and distribute unlicensed (not FDA-approved for general use) stored cord blood units that have been frozen and kept. It may help people who need a cord blood transplant but don’t fit the “licensed cord blood only” options.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT07553572Recruiting
Smartphone app to track cancer symptoms during treatment
This study tests a smartphone application designed to help you monitor and manage side effects and symptoms while you're receiving chemotherapy or other systemic treatment for breast cancer, colorectal cancer, or lymphoma. The app may help your doctors catch problems early and support you throughout your treatment.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07192471RecruitingPhase 1
Study of KK2223 for T-cell lymphoma after prior treatments
This study tests a new drug called KK2223 for people with certain types of T-cell lymphoma (PTCL or CTCL) that have not responded to previous treatments. The goal is to find out if the drug is safe and if it helps shrink or control the lymphoma.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07024706RecruitingPhase 2
Study of acalabrutinib plus venetoclax for relapsed CLL
This trial tests a combination of two targeted drugs for people with CLL or SLL whose cancer returned after first treatment with a similar type of therapy. The goal is to see if this approach works well with a fixed treatment duration.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–130 - NCT06876649RecruitingPhase 4
Long-term safety study of Pirtobrutinib
This trial is for people who are already in a Lilly study taking pirtobrutinib. It looks at the long-term safety of the drug by continuing to monitor you.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06859424RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new GVHD prevention method after donor stem cell transplant
This trial tests a new way to prevent graft-versus-host disease (a common side effect of stem cell transplant) using a drug called cyclophosphamide after transplant. It is for adults with certain blood cancers who need a transplant from a partially matched unrelated donor.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–66 - NCT06849713RecruitingPhase 2
New combination treatments for CLL or SLL
This trial tests two different combinations of targeted drugs for people with CLL or SLL who have not had prior treatment for their disease. The goal is to see if these combinations are safe and effective.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06806033RecruitingPhase 2
Glofitamab alone or with chemo for relapsed aggressive b-cell lymphoma
This study tests two ways of giving a new drug called glofitamab — either alone or combined with chemotherapy (GemOx) — for people with aggressive B-cell lymphoma that has returned or not responded to previous treatment. The goal is to find a safer way to give the drug and to see if it helps control the cancer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06765109RecruitingPhase 3
Testing neladalkib for untreated ALK-positive lung cancer
This study tests a new pill called neladalkib to see if it works better than the current standard treatment (alectinib) for people with ALK-positive lung cancer who have not yet received any cancer therapy for advanced disease. It may be a good option if you have ALK-positive NSCLC and have not been treated before.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06697184RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a slower start of sonrotoclax for blood cancers
This trial tests a new way to slowly increase the dose of the drug sonrotoclax when starting treatment for blood cancers like chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or mantle cell lymphoma (MCL). The goal is to see if this slower start is safer and better tolerated.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06500273RecruitingPhase 2
Cema-cel for high-risk lymphoma after first treatment
This trial tests a new treatment called cema-cel for people with large B-cell lymphoma who are in remission after first-line therapy but still have tiny amounts of cancer detected by a sensitive blood test. The goal is to prevent the cancer from coming back.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06487247Recruiting
Home transfusion program for blood cancer patients
This trial offers red blood cell or platelet transfusions at home for people with blood cancer who are no longer responding to treatment. It aims to improve comfort and quality of life by avoiding hospital visits.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06451497RecruitingPhase 1
Testing ZM008 alone and with toripalimab for advanced cancers
This trial tests a new drug called ZM008, which targets a protein on some cancer cells, first alone and then combined with another drug, toripalimab, for people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06333262RecruitingPhase 2
Fixed-duration pirtobrutinib and obinutuzumab for untreated CLL
This trial tests a combination of two drugs, pirtobrutinib (a pill) and obinutuzumab (an infusion), given for a set period of time in people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) who have not had any previous treatment for their disease. The goal is to see if this combination can control the cancer effectively.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06150664RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CTX-8371 for advanced cancers no longer helped by standard therapy
This trial tests a new drug called CTX-8371 for people with advanced cancers (melanoma, head and neck, lung, triple-negative breast, or Hodgkin lymphoma) that have stopped responding to standard treatments, especially immunotherapy. It is a first-in-human study, meaning doctors are learning if the drug is safe and how well it works.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+
Lymphoma trials by city in Massachusetts
Where these studies are running in Massachusetts
Institutions with a site for the recruiting lymphoma studies listed above.
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute · 16 studies
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center · 5 studies
- Brigham and Women's Hospital · 4 studies
- Massachusetts General Hospital · 4 studies
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Research
- Boston Children's Hospital
- Boston Medical Center
- Lahey Hospital and Medical Center
What taking part in a lymphoma study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Lymphoma trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there lymphoma clinical trials in Massachusetts?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 105 recruiting lymphoma studies with a site in Massachusetts, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a lymphoma study in Massachusetts?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Massachusetts to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Massachusetts, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a lymphoma trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New lymphoma studies open in Massachusetts regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.