Clinical trials
Pembrolizumab clinical trials
Below are recruiting pembrolizumab clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 601 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06514898RecruitingPhase 1
Personalized cell therapy for recurrent medulloblastoma
This trial tests a combination of personalized immune cells, vaccines, stem cells, and an immunotherapy drug (pembrolizumab) for children and young adults whose medulloblastoma has come back or grown. The goal is to help the immune system fight the cancer more effectively.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 4–30 - NCT06532006RecruitingPhase 3
HLX22 plus trastuzumab and chemo for HER2+ stomach cancer
This trial tests adding a new drug, HLX22, to the standard combination of trastuzumab and chemotherapy for people with HER2-positive stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that hasn't been treated yet. The goal is to see if this three-drug mix works better than the usual two-drug approach.
Anaheim, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06484153RecruitingPhase 2
New drug combo for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new combination of three drugs—fruquintinib (a targeted therapy), pirfenidone (an anti-fibrotic drug), and an immunotherapy (anti-PD-1)—for people with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to at least two prior treatments. The goal is to see if this triple therapy can shrink tumors more effectively than current options.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT06488482RecruitingPhase 3
Short immunotherapy after melanoma surgery
This trial tests whether giving a shorter course of immunotherapy after surgery can help prevent melanoma from coming back. It is for people with high-risk melanoma who have had the cancer fully removed.
HelsinkiAges 18 years+ - NCT06462794RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CX-801 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called CX-801 for people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal is to see if it can shrink tumors or slow their growth.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06463665RecruitingPhase 2
Virus therapy with chemo and immunotherapy for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests a new treatment that uses a virus to attack cancer cells, combined with standard chemotherapy and an immunotherapy drug, for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has gotten worse after initial treatment. The goal is to see if this combination works better than a different chemotherapy drug alone.
Bullhead City, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06452277RecruitingPhase 3
Testing sevabertinib for advanced HER2-mutated lung cancer
This trial compares a new targeted drug called sevabertinib against standard chemotherapy plus immunotherapy for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific HER2 gene mutation. The goal is to see if sevabertinib works better and is safe.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06422806RecruitingPhase 3
Immunotherapy plus chemo for aggressive sarcoma
This trial compares a combination of immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) plus chemotherapy (doxorubicin) versus chemotherapy alone for people with aggressive, poorly differentiated sarcomas that have spread or cannot be removed. The goal is to see if adding immunotherapy helps shrink tumors or slow their growth better than chemotherapy alone.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06428409RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A study of MK-2870 for several gastrointestinal cancers
This trial is testing a new drug called MK-2870, alone or with other treatments, for people with advanced colorectal, pancreatic, or bile duct cancer. It aims to see if the drug can help shrink or control the cancer.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06400472RecruitingPhase 1
Study of drug Sofe-M for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug (Sofe-M) for people with certain advanced solid tumors, including ovarian, endometrial, cervical, lung, breast, pancreatic, or colorectal cancers. The goal is to find the best dose and see how well it works, potentially offering a new treatment option.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05329532RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Modi-1 cancer vaccine for several hard-to-treat cancers
This Phase 1/2 study tests a cancer vaccine called Modi-1 Moditope in people with advanced triple-negative breast cancer, head and neck cancer, ovarian/high-grade serous cancer, or kidney cancer. It aims to help the immune system better recognize and attack the cancer.
Brighton, DefaultAges 18 years+ - NCT06385080RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of amivantamab for head and neck cancer
This trial tests a drug called amivantamab, either alone or with other treatments, for people with head and neck cancer that has spread or come back. The goal is to see if the drug can help shrink tumors or control the cancer.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06384352RecruitingPhase 1
Study of YL211 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug, YL211, in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective for cancers like lung, colorectal, stomach, pancreatic, liver, bile duct, and head and neck cancers.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06384560RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Triple therapy before surgery for pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) before surgery for pancreatic cancer that can be removed. It aims to see if this triple therapy helps shrink tumors and improve survival.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT06364917RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing two immunotherapy options for PD-L1 negative lung cancer
This trial tests whether using two immunotherapy drugs together works better than a single drug for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that does not have the PD-L1 protein. The study aims to find a more effective treatment for this specific type of lung cancer.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–89 - NCT06377540RecruitingPhase 2
Pembrolizumab plus BEAM with stem cell transplant for Hodgkin lymphoma
This trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) to the standard BEAM chemotherapy before a stem cell transplant can help people with relapsed Hodgkin lymphoma. It's for patients who are eligible for a transplant and have stable organ function.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT06377566RecruitingPhase 2
BV-AVD for bulky Hodgkin lymphoma
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (brentuximab vedotin, AVD chemotherapy) for people with newly diagnosed, bulky Hodgkin lymphoma that hasn't spread far. It aims to see if this treatment works well for larger tumors.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06366347RecruitingPhase 2
Maintenance letrozole and abemaciclib for advanced endometrial cancer
This trial tests whether taking two oral medications (letrozole and abemaciclib) after standard chemotherapy can help keep advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer from coming back. It is for people whose cancer is estrogen receptor-positive and has certain favorable genetic features.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06343402RecruitingPhase 1
Study of BBO-8520 for advanced KRAS G12C lung cancer
This trial tests a new oral medication called BBO-8520 for advanced lung cancer with a specific gene change (KRAS G12C mutation). It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective, and may be combined with another drug (pembrolizumab) in some groups.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06357533RecruitingPhase 3
New drug combo for advanced lung cancer with high PD-L1
This trial tests a new two-drug combination (Dato-DXd and an immunotherapy called rilvegostomig) as the first treatment for people with advanced non-squamous lung cancer who have high PD-L1 levels. The goal is to see if this combination works better than current standard options.
Anchorage, AlaskaAges 18 years+ - NCT06324240RecruitingPhase 1
Personalized vaccine plus immunotherapy for triple-negative breast cancer
This trial tests a personalized vaccine made from your tumor combined with immunotherapy drugs (pembrolizumab or ipilimumab) for triple-negative breast cancer. It aims to help your immune system recognize and attack cancer cells.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06302426RecruitingPhase 1
Testing INI-4001 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug, INI-4001, for people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or can't be removed. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective.
Albury, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT06282575RecruitingPhase 3
Zanidatamab plus chemo for advanced HER2-positive bile duct cancer
This phase 3 trial tests whether adding zanidatamab (a targeted antibody) to standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes for advanced HER2-positive biliary tract cancer. If you have this type of cancer that has spread or can't be removed, and you've had little or no prior treatment, this study might be an option.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06284590RecruitingPhase 2
Study of immune therapy injections for advanced melanoma
This trial tests whether injecting immune-boosting drugs directly into melanoma tumors, alongside the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, can help people whose cancer has not responded to previous immunotherapy. It aims to shrink tumors and improve treatment outcomes.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pembrolizumab?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 601 recruiting pembrolizumab 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 pembrolizumab 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 pembrolizumab 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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