Clinical trials · Boston, MA
Solid Tumor, Adult clinical trials in Boston
We’re tracking 52 recruiting solid tumor, adult studies with a site in or near Boston — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2 and Phase 2 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Boston
- NCT07193511RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A new drug for advanced bladder and other solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug, AVZO-103, alone or with other treatments, for people with advanced bladder cancer or certain other solid tumors. It aims to find out if the drug is safe and effective.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05877599RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new treatment for advanced cancers with a specific gene change
This trial tests a new type of therapy (NT-175) for people with certain advanced cancers that have a specific genetic change. It might help if your tumor has the TP53 R175H mutation and you have the HLA-A*02:01 immune marker.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06915753RecruitingPhase 1
TYRA-430 for advanced liver cancer and other tumors with specific genetic changes
This trial tests a new pill, TYRA-430, for people with advanced liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) or other solid tumors that have certain genetic changes (in the FGF/FGFR pathways). It aims to see if the drug is safe and if it can shrink or slow the growth of the cancer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04928677RecruitingPhase 1
Codrituzumab for children and young adults with GPC3-positive solid tumors
This Phase 1 study tests codrituzumab, an antibody medicine, in children and young adults whose solid tumor has come back or did not respond to standard treatment. It’s designed to see how the treatment works and how safe it is, especially for tumors that test positive for GPC3.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 1–21 - NCT04775485RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted medicine for children with certain brain or solid tumors
This Phase 2 study tests tovorafenib, a targeted cancer medicine, in children and young adults whose tumors have specific BRAF or RAF changes. It is for cancers that have come back or grown despite previous treatment, with measurable signs on scans.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 6 months–25 years - NCT07226349RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new drug for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug, BG-75098, alone or with other treatments, for adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. It may be an option if you have already tried standard treatments or if they are not suitable for you.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07132190RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation for growing brain tumors with same-day planning
This study tests whether a precise, one-day radiation treatment for brain tumors that are growing or in tricky spots can be effective with a smaller safety margin. It's designed for people whose brain tumors are changing quickly or sitting near areas of swelling or recent surgery.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 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.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 6 months–25 years - NCT04981119Recruiting
Test apheresis for CAR T manufacturing in HLA-A2 solid tumors
This trial studies how a process called apheresis is used to make CAR T cells for people with certain solid tumors. It is designed for tumors that have lost a specific immune marker (HLA-A*02), which may affect how well CAR T therapies work.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06644755RecruitingPhase 1
First-in-human study of DS-2243a for advanced cancers
This trial tests a new drug called DS-2243a for people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. It targets a specific protein found in some cancers, and you need to have a particular immune system marker for it to work.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05669430RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing an anti-cancer drug alone and with pembrolizumab
This early-phase study tests GV20-0251 (an anti-cancer treatment) by itself and combined with pembrolizumab, to see how well it works and how safe it is. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors that have grown despite standard treatments, or where standard treatments aren’t an option.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07765446RecruitingPhase 2
Study of SIR2501 for nerve pain during chemotherapy
This trial tests whether SIR2501 can prevent or reduce nerve pain caused by paclitaxel chemotherapy. It is for people with solid tumors who are about to start paclitaxel treatment.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07038343RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new drug for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called AVZO-1418, either alone or with other treatments, for people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and effective against certain types of cancer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–75 - NCT03686124RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Tested immune therapy for certain HLA-A2 positive solid tumors
This trial studies an immune-based cancer treatment (IMA203/IMA203CD8) either alone or with nivolumab in people whose solid tumors have come back or will not respond to standard care. It may help by training the immune system to recognize and attack tumor cells that match the trial’s test requirements.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07359820RecruitingPhase 2
Lirafugratinib for solid tumors with FGFR2 fusion
This trial tests a targeted drug called lirafugratinib for people with advanced solid tumors (not bile duct cancer) that have a specific FGFR2 gene change. The drug blocks the faulty protein from helping the cancer grow.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04683250RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
RET-targeting drug study for advanced cancers with RET changes
This trial tests an “RET-inhibitor” medicine (TAS0953/HM06) for advanced solid tumors that have RET gene changes. It may help shrink tumors by blocking cancer growth signals from the RET gene.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05785741RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
DB-1310 for advanced solid tumors after standard treatment fails
This early-phase study tests DB-1310 in people with advanced or metastatic solid cancers that have come back or worsened after standard treatments. It aims to find the safest dose and whether it can help shrink tumors or slow cancer growth.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07414836RecruitingPhase 1
First test of new drug BG-C0979 for advanced solid tumors
This study tests a new drug called BG-C0979 for advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. It may be given alone or with other therapies to see if it can shrink tumors or slow cancer growth.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06451497RecruitingPhase 1
Testing ZM008 alone and with toripalimab for advanced cancers
This trial tests a new drug called ZM008, which targets a protein on some cancer cells, first alone and then combined with another drug, toripalimab, for people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04094610RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Repotrectinib for kids with certain cancer gene changes
This early-phase study tests repotrectinib, a targeted medicine, in children and young adults whose tumors have specific gene changes involving ROS1 or NTRK. It may help shrink advanced cancers that carry these gene alterations.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Up to 25 years - NCT04104776RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Test drug tulmimetostat for advanced cancers and lymphomas
This early-phase study tests tulmimetostat (DZR123) to shrink or control advanced solid tumors and certain lymphomas, and it may also test a combination in some prostate cancer groups. If you qualify, you’ll receive the study drug and be monitored closely, including blood tests and a request for tumor tissue to look for biomarkers.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07383506RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a targeted pill for PIK3CA-mutated advanced cancers
This trial tests a new pill (CGT6297) that targets cancer cells with a specific PIK3CA gene change. It may be an option for people with certain advanced solid tumors, including endometrial or breast cancer, after standard treatments have stopped working.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06047379RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing NEO212 for brain tumors and metastases
This trial tests a new drug called NEO212 for people with certain brain tumors (like astrocytoma or glioblastoma) or cancer that has spread to the brain from other parts of the body. The goal is to see if it is safe and if it can help shrink or control the tumors.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 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
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Solid Tumor, Adult trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Boston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting solid tumor, adult studies listed above.
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute · 9 studies
- Massachusetts General Hospital · 6 studies
- Avenzo Therapeutics Recruiting Site · 2 studies
- Boston Children's Hospital
- Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Brigham and Women's Hospital / Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
- Dana Farber Cancer Institute (Data Collection Only)
- Dana Farber Cancer Institute.
What taking part in a solid tumor, adult 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.
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Common questions
- Are there solid tumor, adult clinical trials near Boston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 52 recruiting solid tumor, adult 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 solid tumor, adult 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 solid tumor, adult 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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