Clinical trials · Pennsylvania
Neuroblastoma clinical trials in Pennsylvania
We’re tracking 19 recruiting neuroblastoma studies with a site in Pennsylvania — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Pennsylvania
- NCT05650749Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
GPC2 car T cells for neuroblastoma and retinoblastoma
This trial tests a new treatment using engineered immune cells (CAR T cells) that target a protein called GPC2 found on some cancer cells. It is for patients with high-risk neuroblastoma or metastatic retinoblastoma that has returned or not responded to other treatments.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 1 year+ - NCT06831552Recruiting
Supporting families of children with high-risk neuroblastoma
This study tests a resource intervention to help families with low income who have a child with high-risk neuroblastoma. It aims to reduce financial stress and improve care during treatment.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 17 years - NCT01587300Recruiting
Study of high-risk neuroblastoma biology using tumor and blood samples
This study looks at how high-risk neuroblastoma grows and behaves by collecting samples from your child and checking disease markers. It may help researchers understand what biology is driving the cancer and guide future treatments.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 1 month–99 years - NCT07549321RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Hu14 Immunotherapy for High-Risk Neuroblastoma in Children
This study tests a new antibody-based immunotherapy called hu14 for children and young adults with high-risk neuroblastoma (an aggressive childhood cancer that has spread). The treatment is designed to help the immune system fight cancer cells.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 1.5 years–18 years - NCT06465199RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Eflornithine and AMXT 1501 for Advanced Childhood Cancers
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (eflornithine and AMXT 1501) for children and young adults with certain types of cancer that have relapsed or not responded to standard treatment, or for a specific brain tumor (DIPG) at diagnosis. The goal is to see if this drug pair is safe and effective.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 26 years - NCT05489887RecruitingPhase 2
Naxitamab with frontline chemotherapy for high-risk neuroblastoma
This Phase 2 trial tests whether adding a drug called naxitamab to standard early (frontline) treatment improves outcomes for children with high-risk neuroblastoma. It may help by helping the immune system better target the cancer during initial induction therapy.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 1–21 - NCT06172296RecruitingPhase 3
Dinutuximab plus transplant for high-risk neuroblastoma
This trial tests adding a targeted drug called dinutuximab to standard chemotherapy, surgery, and a stem cell transplant for children and young adults with a new diagnosis of high-risk neuroblastoma. The goal is to see if this combination helps more patients stay in remission.
Allentown, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 30 years - NCT07085338RecruitingPhase 2
N-803 with chemoimmunotherapy for relapsed neuroblastoma
This trial tests adding a new drug called N-803 to a standard chemo-immunotherapy combination for children and young adults with high-risk neuroblastoma that has come back or not responded to previous treatments. The goal is to see if this combination works better at fighting the cancer.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 30 years - NCT03126916RecruitingPhase 3
Testing added therapy for high-risk neuroblastoma in children
This Phase 3 study tests whether adding either a targeted drug (lorlatinib) or a radioactive treatment (131I-MIBG) to intensive chemotherapy improves outcomes for children with high-risk neuroblastoma. It may help by aiming at tumor cells more directly alongside standard treatment.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12 months–30 years - NCT06450041RecruitingPhase 2
STING trial for high-risk neuroblastoma
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy (temozolomide and irinotecan), natural killer cells (NK cells), and an antibody therapy (GD2 mAb) to see if it can help children and young adults with high-risk neuroblastoma that has not responded to treatment or has come back.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 1–31 - NCT06540963RecruitingPhase 2
Tipifarnib and naxitamab for relapsed or refractory neuroblastoma
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (tipifarnib and naxitamab) for children and young adults with neuroblastoma that has come back or hasn't responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if this new combination can help shrink or control the cancer.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 1–21 - NCT06721689RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
PEEL-224 with chemo for pediatric solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called PEEL-224 combined with two chemotherapy medicines (vincristine and temozolomide) for children and young adults with certain solid tumors that have come back or not responded to treatment. It aims to see if this combination is safe and works against the cancer.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 1–30 - NCT02559778RecruitingPhase 2
Precision treatment trial for children with advanced neuroblastoma
This Phase 2 trial studies a targeted treatment approach for children and young adults with advanced neuroblastoma (a childhood cancer). It may help by using lab-tested cancer features to guide therapy after initial treatment and transplant.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 22 years - NCT06395103RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Zilovertamab vedotin for blood cancers and solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called zilovertamab vedotin for children and young adults with certain blood cancers or solid tumors. The drug is designed to target and kill cancer cells, and the study will see if it is safe and effective.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 6 months–25 years - NCT03568669Recruiting
Testing thinking and learning in congenital central hypoventilation syndrome
This study looks at thinking and memory in people with congenital central hypoventilation syndrome (CCHS) to better understand how the condition affects the brain. It may help researchers measure changes over time and guide future care.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 3–85 - 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.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 1–30 - NCT05642455RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of a new treatment for certain childhood cancers
This Phase 1/2 study tests a new therapy for children and young adults with specific types of cancer that have been treated with chemotherapy before. It may help by targeting cancer features in the tumor and using your immune system in a controlled way.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 2–21 - NCT06541262RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Silmitasertib plus chemo for relapsed solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug, silmitasertib, combined with standard chemotherapy for children and young adults with cancers that have come back or not responded to treatment. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink tumors or stop them from growing.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 30 years - NCT04837547RecruitingPhase 1
Personalized cell therapy for childhood cancer
This trial tests a new, personalized cell therapy for children with high-risk neuroblastoma or DIPG (a type of brain tumor) that has come back or is hard to treat. It uses the patient's own tumor to create a treatment that might work better for them.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 1–30
Neuroblastoma trials by city in Pennsylvania
Where these studies are running in Pennsylvania
Institutions with a site for the recruiting neuroblastoma studies listed above.
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia · 12 studies
- Penn State Health Children's Hospital · 7 studies
- UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh · 3 studies
- Geisinger Medical Center · 2 studies
- Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest · 2 studies
- Children's Hospital of Philedephia
- Saint Christopher's Hospital for Children
What taking part in a neuroblastoma 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.
Neuroblastoma trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there neuroblastoma clinical trials in Pennsylvania?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 19 recruiting neuroblastoma studies with a site in Pennsylvania, 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 neuroblastoma study in Pennsylvania?
- 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 Pennsylvania to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Pennsylvania, 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 neuroblastoma 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 neuroblastoma studies open in Pennsylvania 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.