Clinical trials · Boston, MA
Rhabdomyosarcoma clinical trials in Boston
We’re tracking 7 recruiting rhabdomyosarcoma studies with a site in or near Boston — including Phase 1/Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Boston
- NCT05304585RecruitingPhase 3
Chemo for children with early, low-risk fusion-negative rhabdomyosarcoma
This Phase 3 study tests a chemotherapy plan for children and teens with newly diagnosed, very low-risk or low-risk rhabdomyosarcoma that does not have certain gene fusions (FOXO1 fusion negative). The goal is to see if this treatment can work well while limiting side effects by matching therapy to early-stage risk.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Up to 21 years - NCT06709495RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
PEEL-224 with chemo for teens and young adults with sarcoma
This trial tests a new drug called PEEL-224 combined with two chemotherapy drugs (vincristine and temozolomide) for people ages 12 to 49 with sarcoma that has come back or hasn't responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if this combination is safe and effective.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 12–49 - NCT06239272RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Personalized treatment for NRSTS in children and young adults
This trial tests a personalized treatment plan for children and young adults with a type of soft tissue sarcoma (NRSTS). It uses a combination of surgery, targeted radiation, and two drugs (pazopanib and selinexor) to fight cancer while reducing side effects. The study is looking for people who have not been treated before for this sarcoma.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Up to 30 years - 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.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 1–30 - NCT07466316RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing chemo schedules for intermediate-risk rhabdomyosarcoma
This trial compares two different chemotherapy schedules for children and young adults with intermediate-risk rhabdomyosarcoma (a type of muscle cancer). One group gets a higher dose of chemotherapy over a shorter period, while the other gets a lower dose plus maintenance therapy for a longer time. The goal is to see which approach works better.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Up to 50 years - NCT04796012RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Atezolizumab plus chemo for children with recurrent solid tumors
This trial tests whether a cancer immunotherapy medicine (atezolizumab) given together with chemotherapy can shrink or control solid tumors that have come back or did not respond to prior treatment. It focuses on children and young adults, including a special subgroup for rhabdomyosarcoma.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 6 months–30 years - 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.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges Up to 30 years
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Where these studies are running near Boston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting rhabdomyosarcoma studies listed above.
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute · 5 studies
- Boston Children's Hospital · 3 studies
- Rhode Island Hospital · 2 studies
- UMass Memorial Medical Center · 2 studies
- Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Hasbro Children's Hospital
- Massachusetts General Hospital
What taking part in a rhabdomyosarcoma 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 rhabdomyosarcoma studies in Massachusetts.
Common questions
- Are there rhabdomyosarcoma clinical trials near Boston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 7 recruiting rhabdomyosarcoma studies with a site near Boston, 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 rhabdomyosarcoma study near Boston?
- 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 Boston to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Boston, 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 rhabdomyosarcoma 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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