Clinical trials · Pennsylvania
Pediatric Cancer clinical trials in Pennsylvania
We’re tracking 13 recruiting pediatric cancer studies with a site in Pennsylvania — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2 and Phase 2 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Pennsylvania
- NCT06458036RecruitingPhase 2
Selpercatinib before radioactive iodine for RET-positive thyroid cancer
This study tests whether a targeted drug called selpercatinib, taken before radioactive iodine therapy, can help treat thyroid cancer in children and young adults who have a specific genetic change (RET fusion or mutation). The drug may make the cancer more sensitive to the radioactive iodine treatment that follows.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 2–25 - NCT05783323RecruitingPhase 2
Larotrectinib plus radiation for thyroid cancer with NTRK fusion
This Phase 2 trial tests larotrectinib (a targeted medicine) to help radioactive iodine (RAI) work better in people with differentiated thyroid cancer that has an NTRK gene fusion. It may improve how much thyroid cancer the RAI can reach and shrink.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 2–99 - NCT06892158Recruiting
Massage therapy for sleep in teens with cancer
This trial studies if massage therapy can help teenagers and young adults with cancer sleep better while they are in the hospital. Participants will receive massage sessions and answer questions about their sleep.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 12–21 - NCT05024929Recruiting
Test targeted drugs to help radioactive iodine reach thyroid cancer
This study looks at whether certain cancer “targeted therapy” medicines can make radioactive iodine (RAI) therapy work better for thyroid cancer that has spread to the lungs. It also involves taking special whole-body scans to measure how much radioactive iodine gets taken up by the cancer.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges birth+ - NCT07680439RecruitingPhase 2
CAR T cell therapy study for children with DIPG brain tumor
This trial tests a new CAR T cell therapy (BCB-276) for children and young adults with a type of brain tumor called DIPG. The therapy uses your own immune cells that are specially trained to attack the cancer.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 1–26 - NCT04511806Recruiting
Study of inherited cancer risk in children and families
This study looks at how inherited “cancer predisposition” conditions run in families, even if a child has not had cancer yet. It may help doctors better understand who is at higher risk and guide future monitoring or care.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT03959800Recruiting
Study of the causes of childhood liver tumors
This study looks at why childhood liver tumors happen by using samples and information from children who have had a liver tumor and from their close family members. It may help researchers understand the biology of these tumors and guide better treatments in the future.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges birth–99 years - NCT04715178Recruiting
Childhood cancer sample and data registry
This study collects stored samples (like blood or tissue) and health information from people affected by cancer at a young age, including some survivors. The goal is to build a library of specimens and data that researchers can use to better understand childhood and young adult cancers.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT05918640RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Lurbinectedin for cancers with specific EWS-related gene fusions
This early-phase study tests lurbinectedin, a chemotherapy medicine, in children and young adults whose solid tumors have a specific “FET fusion” gene change. It may help shrink tumors that have come back or did not respond to prior treatment, depending on the exact fusion type.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 10 years+ - NCT06651580Recruiting
Gene study for kids with pancreas problems
This study collects samples like blood or tissue from children with pancreatitis to look for gene changes that might raise their risk. It helps doctors learn more about why some children get pancreas inflammation.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 17 years - NCT05372640RecruitingPhase 1
Drug combo trial for rare cancers with shared NUT features
This Phase 1 trial tests the safety and early signs of effectiveness of combining two anti-cancer drugs (ZEN003694 and abemaciclib) in teens and adults with metastatic or unresectable NUT carcinoma, breast cancer, and other solid tumors. It may help by finding a safer dose and whether the drug combination can shrink or control tumors that do not respond to standard treatments.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12 years+ - NCT06430788RecruitingPhase 2
Emapalumab for children with severe aplastic anemia
This trial tests whether a medication called emapalumab can help children with severe aplastic anemia, a condition where the bone marrow stops making enough blood cells. It combines emapalumab with standard immune-suppressing therapy to try to improve blood cell counts.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges birth–25 years - NCT05019716RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Adding ZEN003694 to chemo for NUT cancer
This early-phase study tests whether adding ZEN003694 to standard chemotherapy (cisplatin/etoposide or carboplatin/paclitaxel) is safe and can help control NUT carcinoma. It enrolls people ages 12–17 and adults, including some patients whose cancer has spread or can’t be safely removed.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12 years+
Pediatric Cancer trials by city in Pennsylvania
Where these studies are running in Pennsylvania
Institutions with a site for the recruiting pediatric cancer studies listed above.
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia · 9 studies
- UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh · 2 studies
- UPMC Hillman Cancer Center · 2 studies
- Penn State Health Children's Hospital
What taking part in a pediatric cancer 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.
Pediatric Cancer trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there pediatric cancer clinical trials in Pennsylvania?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 13 recruiting pediatric cancer 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 pediatric cancer 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 pediatric cancer 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 pediatric cancer 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.