Clinical trials · California
Recurrent Glioblastoma clinical trials in California
We’re tracking 18 recruiting recurrent glioblastoma studies with a site in California — 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 California
- NCT07089641RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new pill for EGFR-mutated glioblastoma
This trial tests a new pill called ERAS-801 for people with a type of brain tumor (glioblastoma) that has a specific change in the EGFR gene. The study is for patients whose tumor has come back after treatment, or for those 70 or older who are newly diagnosed.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05303467RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of a glioblastoma device for recurring tumors
This early study tests whether a device called TheraSphere is safe when delivered into the brain to treat recurrent glioblastoma. It may help patients by trying a targeted treatment approach, while doctors carefully monitor side effects and safety.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT06283927Recruiting
Surgery vs. medical care for recurrent glioblastoma
This trial compares surgery to the best non-surgical treatment for people whose glioblastoma has come back. The goal is to see which approach helps people live longer with a better quality of life.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–90 - NCT05902169RecruitingPhase 3
Ultrasound with carboplatin for recurrent glioblastoma
This trial tests a device that opens the blood-brain barrier using ultrasound, allowing chemotherapy to reach the brain tumor better. It compares this approach to standard chemotherapy for people whose glioblastoma has returned.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06090903Recruiting
MRI Study to Understand Glioblastoma Biology Before Surgery
This study uses MRI scans to learn more about the biology of glioblastoma before and after surgery. It may help doctors understand how the tumor behaves and improve future treatments.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06069726RecruitingPhase 2
Testing atezolizumab for recurrent glioblastoma
This trial tests whether the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab can help people with glioblastoma that has come back after initial treatment. You will need to have a biopsy before starting the drug to confirm the tumor has returned.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06186401RecruitingPhase 1
Experimental immune cell therapy for a specific type of brain cancer
This trial tests a personalized immune cell treatment for a glioblastoma brain tumor that has a specific marker called EGFRvIII. The cells are made in a lab and given by infusion, and the study aims to see if they can safely target and attack the tumor.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05432804RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Selinexor added to temozolomide for recurring brain glioblastoma
This trial studies whether adding selinexor to the standard chemotherapy temozolomide (with radiation) can better treat glioblastoma that has come back after prior treatment. If you meet specific tumor, health, and lab requirements, the goal is to slow tumor growth or improve symptoms.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06860594RecruitingPhase 1
Triapine plus radiation for recurrent brain tumors
This trial tests whether adding an experimental drug called triapine to a second round of radiation therapy can help treat brain tumors that have come back after initial treatment. It may be a good option for people with recurrent glioblastoma or astrocytoma who meet safety criteria.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06815029RecruitingPhase 1
Modified immune cells for recurrent brain cancer
This trial tests a new treatment using your own immune cells that are genetically modified to find and attack brain tumor cells. It is for people with a type of brain cancer that has come back after standard therapy.
Duarte, 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 - NCT03970447RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing several treatment options for new or returning glioblastoma
This trial studies different treatment regimens for people with glioblastoma that is either newly diagnosed or has come back. It aims to find which treatment approach works best for controlling the tumor and improving outcomes.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04977375RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Anti–PD-1 treatment plus focused radiation for recurrent glioblastoma
This trial tests a cancer-immunotherapy medicine (an anti–PD-1 antibody, similar to pembrolizumab) combined with precisely targeted radiation to treat glioblastoma that has come back or progressed. It may help your immune system recognize and attack the tumor while the radiation targets the cancer.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07145112RecruitingPhase 1
Laser therapy and lomustine for recurrent glioblastoma
This trial combines laser heat therapy (LITT) with the chemotherapy drug lomustine (CCNU) for people whose glioblastoma has returned. It aims to see if the combination is safe and effective.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07544992RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T Cells for Recurrent High-Grade Brain Tumors
This trial tests genetically engineered immune cells (CAR T cells) injected directly into the brain to treat recurring or worsening high-grade gliomas. The cells are designed to recognize and attack tumor cells that have specific markers (EGFR and IL13Rα2).
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05474378RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T cell therapy for recurrent glioblastoma
This early-phase study tests a type of immune-cell treatment (CAR T cells) aimed at a target called B7-H3 in people with glioblastoma or related grade 4 brain tumors that have come back. It’s meant to see if the treatment can shrink the tumor or control the disease and to learn how safe it is.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04427384Recruiting
Brain tumor patients treated with GammaTiles registry
This study is a patient registry for people with brain tumors who had surgery to remove as much as safely possible and then had GammaTiles placed. It mainly collects information and follow-up imaging to understand how patients do after the treatment.
Castro Valley, CaliforniaAges Any age
Recurrent Glioblastoma trials by city in California
Where these studies are running in California
Institutions with a site for the recruiting recurrent glioblastoma studies listed above.
- University of California, San Francisco · 8 studies
- City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center · 4 studies
- University of California Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center · 3 studies
- California Pacific Medical Center · 2 studies
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center · 2 studies
- UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center · 2 studies
- UCLA / Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center · 2 studies
- University of California San Diego Health · 2 studies
What taking part in a recurrent glioblastoma 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.
Recurrent Glioblastoma trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there recurrent glioblastoma clinical trials in California?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 18 recruiting recurrent glioblastoma studies with a site in California, 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 recurrent glioblastoma study in California?
- 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 California to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, 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 recurrent glioblastoma 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 recurrent glioblastoma studies open in California 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.