Clinical trials · San Francisco, CA
Neoplasms clinical trials in San Francisco
We’re tracking 106 recruiting neoplasms studies with a site in or near San Francisco — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near San Francisco
- NCT07075185RecruitingPhase 1
Gene therapy study for hard-to-treat multiple myeloma
This study tests a new gene therapy for people with multiple myeloma that has come back or stopped responding to at least 3 prior treatments. The therapy is designed to help your immune system fight the cancer cells more effectively.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06942104RecruitingPhase 1
New imaging agent for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new imaging agent (18F-TRX) to see if it can better detect cancer spread in people with advanced solid tumors. It is designed for patients with specific cancers like high-grade brain tumors, advanced kidney cancer, or prostate cancer that has stopped responding to hormone therapy.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04732065RecruitingPhase 1
ONC206 for certain brain tumors in children and young adults
This Phase 1 study tests ONC206, a new targeted medicine, for diffuse midline gliomas (DMG) with a specific gene change (H3K27 altered) and for some other recurrent brain/spinal cord cancers. It is designed to find the right dose and see whether it can control or shrink tumors after initial treatment or when the cancer returns.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 2–21 - NCT06273176Recruiting
Surgery with or without brain mapping for recurrent glioblastoma
This study is testing whether using a special brain-mapping technique during surgery helps people with recurrent glioblastoma. It compares standard surgery to surgery with mapping to see if it leads to better outcomes for tumors near important brain areas.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges Up to 90 years - NCT05564377RecruitingPhase 2
Find targeted cancer treatments using genetic testing
This study matches people with advanced solid tumors to targeted treatment plans based on genetic testing. It also requires tumor sample testing to help doctors choose the most promising therapy for your specific tumor changes.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT05641961Recruiting
Mobile app for childhood cancer survivors’ long-term follow-up
This study tests a smartphone or tablet app that helps childhood cancer survivors (or their caregivers) manage long-term follow-up care. If you attend the UCSF Survivorship Clinic, the app may make it easier to understand what care you need and stay on track.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT07129252RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A study of CRN09682 for NET and other solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called CRN09682 for people with neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) or other solid tumors that have grown despite treatment and show a specific marker on scans. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and works against these cancers.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07222800RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new drug plus chemo for stage 4 colorectal cancer
This study tests a new experimental drug (PF-08634404) combined with standard chemotherapy for people with stage 4 colorectal cancer who have not yet been treated for their advanced disease. The goal is to see if the combination helps shrink or slow the growth of tumors.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05746182Recruiting
Genetic testing program for pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors
This study offers genetic (inherited) testing for people with pancreatic neuroendocrine neoplasms. The goal is to see who may have a genetic predisposition, which can help guide medical care and family risk.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06906341RecruitingPhase 2
Relacorilant combo for gynecologic cancers
This trial tests a drug called relacorilant combined with different treatments for ovarian, fallopian tube, primary peritoneal, or endometrial cancers. It may help patients whose cancer has stopped responding to standard therapies.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07174336RecruitingPhase 3
Testing Tersolisib with other treatments for advanced breast cancer
This trial tests a new study drug called Tersolisib combined with other anti-cancer treatments for people with advanced breast cancer that has a specific gene change (PIK3CA). The goal is to see if the combination can help shrink or slow the cancer.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06518057RecruitingPhase 2
Sparing memory during brain radiation for leptomeningeal metastases
This trial tests a special type of radiation that avoids the memory center of the brain (the hippocampus) while treating cancer that has spread to the lining of the brain and spinal cord. It may help reduce side effects on thinking and memory for people with breast or lung cancer.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06751329RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of DM002 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called DM002 for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug targets two proteins (MUC1 and HER3) found on some cancer cells, and may help shrink tumors or slow their growth.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04871542Recruiting
Predicting risk of immune therapy side effects
This study tries to predict who is more likely to get serious side effects from immune checkpoint medicines used for solid tumors. You may help researchers by answering questionnaires before treatment and during follow-up, and by possibly storing sample specimens.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05554406RecruitingPhase 2
New drug therapy for high-risk AML
This trial is testing new drug combinations for people with newly diagnosed, high-risk AML who have not yet started treatment. It aims to find more effective therapies for this aggressive form of leukemia.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–59 - NCT06089083Recruiting
Helping gynecologic cancer patients with frailty recover function
This study tests a program to help gynecologic cancer patients who are frail improve their physical function and quality of life during treatment. It aims to see if extra support can help you stay stronger and recover better.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05663502Recruiting
Donate blood and tissue samples for HIV-related cancer research
This study collects blood and tissue samples to help researchers learn more about cancers related to HIV/AIDS. You may be able to join if you’re 18+ and have HIV and a cancer diagnosis, or (if HIV-negative) a certain cancer that is closely linked to AIDS-related cancers.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07052214RecruitingPhase 3
PSMA PET plus MRI to find prostate cancer
This trial tests if combining a PSMA PET scan with an MRI can better detect clinically significant prostate cancer than MRI alone. It may help men who have not had a prostate biopsy before and have certain risk factors.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07218380RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Vepugratinib for advanced bladder or urinary tract cancer
This trial tests an experimental drug called Vepugratinib for people with advanced urinary tract cancer that has a specific change in the FGFR3 gene. It may be an option if you haven't had other treatments for advanced cancer and are looking for a new approach.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06474533Recruiting
FET PET for evaluating brain tumors
This study tests a special imaging agent called fluoroethyltyrosine (FET) to see if it can better detect brain tumors on PET scans. It may help doctors decide if a tumor has come back after treatment or better guide initial biopsy or surgery.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 4 years+ - NCT06620302RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Adding DT2216 to chemo for relapsed solid tumors and FLC
This trial is testing whether adding a new drug, DT2216, to standard chemotherapy can help treat solid tumors (not starting in the brain) or fibrolamellar carcinoma (FLC) that have come back or not responded to treatment. It's for children, teens, and young adults (ages 1 to 39).
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 1–39 - NCT07218926RecruitingPhase 3
New drug vs sunitinib for GIST after imatinib
This trial compares a new oral drug, IDRX-42, with the standard drug sunitinib (Sutent) for people with advanced GIST whose cancer has progressed after imatinib therapy. The goal is to see if IDRX-42 can better control the tumor growth.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04851119RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Tegavivint for kids and young adults with hard-to-treat solid tumors
This early-phase study tests tegavivint to see how well it works and how safe it is for children and young adults with solid cancers that have come back or are not responding. It may be an option if your tumor type (including certain lymphomas or desmoid tumors) matches the study’s rules.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 1–30 - NCT05006482RecruitingPhase 3
Geriatric education and care support for older cancer survivors
This study tests whether a structured health education and “older adult care” approach—done with your oncology team—can improve support for people after cancer. It includes older cancer survivors and a chosen caregiver, using in-person or video visits for follow-up.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
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Neoplasms trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near San Francisco
Institutions with a site for the recruiting neoplasms studies listed above.
- University of California, San Francisco · 16 studies
- Kaiser Permanente Medical Center - Santa Clara · 3 studies
- Kaiser Permanente-Oakland · 3 studies
- Kaiser Permanente-San Francisco · 3 studies
- Alta Bates Summit Medical Center · 2 studies
- Contra Costa Regional Medical Center · 2 studies
- Kaiser Permanente Fremont · 2 studies
- Kaiser Permanente-Vallejo · 2 studies
What taking part in a neoplasms 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.
Looking wider? See all recruiting neoplasms studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there neoplasms clinical trials near San Francisco?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 106 recruiting neoplasms studies with a site near San Francisco, 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 neoplasms study near San Francisco?
- 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 San Francisco to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near San Francisco, 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 neoplasms 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.
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