Clinical trials
Tumor clinical trials
Below are recruiting tumor clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 3,359 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03486873RecruitingPhase 3
Study extension for people on pembrolizumab, testing long-term safety
This trial follows people with advanced tumors who are already on pembrolizumab (or similar treatment) to check long-term safety and effectiveness. It may help your care team by monitoring benefits and side effects over a longer period.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT03300830Recruiting
Testing tumors linked to viruses, HIV, and immune disorders
This study collects and analyzes tumor tissue to learn what drives certain cancers and growths linked to viruses, HIV, and immune system problems. Results may help researchers understand disease causes and point to better future treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT03412877RecruitingPhase 2
Personalized immune-cell therapy for advanced metastatic cancers
This trial tests a personalized cell therapy made from your own immune cells, changed to recognize “neoantigens” on cancer cells. It’s designed for people with metastatic (advanced spread) solid cancers or certain other cancers who have tried standard treatments but cancer is still growing.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–72 - NCT03465592RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Nivolumab after mismatched bone marrow transplant for sarcoma
This trial studies nivolumab (an immune treatment) in people with sarcoma who already had a partially mismatched bone marrow transplant. It may help the new immune system recognize and attack cancer, and researchers will also watch closely for side effects like GVHD (immune reaction after transplant) and autoimmune problems.
St. Petersburg, FloridaAges 1–40 - NCT03454035RecruitingPhase 1
Combination of two study drugs for advanced pancreatic and other solid tumors
This trial tests two drugs, ulixertinib and palbociclib, taken together to see if they can shrink tumors in patients with advanced pancreatic cancer, melanoma, or other solid tumors. It may be an option for people who have already tried standard treatments.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18–99 - NCT03295981RecruitingPhase 3
Bisphosphonate treatment to prevent giant cell tumor return
This study looks at whether taking a bone-strengthening medicine called a bisphosphonate after surgery can lower the chance that a giant cell tumor in a leg or arm comes back. It may help prevent recurrence after removing the tumor from the bone.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03028246Recruiting
Safety study using focused ultrasound for certain brain tumors
This study tests whether a focused ultrasound treatment is safe for children and young adults who have a non-cancerous (benign) tumor in the center of the brain. It mainly checks safety, and it also includes monitoring before and during treatment to reduce risks like bleeding or imaging-related problems.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 5–22 - NCT03023202Recruiting
Study your tumor’s genetic results in a review board
This study collects genetic testing results from people with cancer and shares them with a specialized tumor review team. It may help future care planning by improving how tumor genetics are interpreted.
Madison, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT03067467Recruiting
MRI scan study of brain tumors using special carbon imaging
This trial uses a special MRI scan that shows how “metabolism” (how cells use fuel) differs in brain tumors. It may help researchers better understand tumor biology and how tumors may respond to treatment, without using chemotherapy or radiation as part of the study.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–70 - NCT03286335Recruiting
Proton radiation for slow-growing or benign brain tumors
This trial studies proton radiation therapy for adults with certain benign or slow-growing brain tumors. It aims to see how well tumors can be controlled, and how treatment affects quality of life and side effects.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT03039439Recruiting
Tissue study of parathyroid tumors to understand tumor biology
This study looks at blood and/or tissue samples from people with parathyroid problems to better understand different types of parathyroid tumors. It does not test a new medicine—instead, researchers analyze samples to learn what makes each tumor type different.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT03141021Recruiting
Registry for people diagnosed with malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors
This study is a registry, meaning it collects information from people diagnosed with malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors (MPNST). It may help doctors learn about the condition better and improve future care.
Tampa, FloridaAges Any age - NCT02790983Recruiting
Spine tumor research registry for patients and outcomes tracking
This study is a research registry that collects information from people with a primary spine tumor (or history of one) to better understand outcomes. It may help your care team by contributing your real-world data, but it is mainly about tracking rather than giving a specific new treatment.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT02693535RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted drug testing for advanced cancer with tumor gene changes
This trial tests whether FDA-approved targeted drugs can help people with advanced cancer whose tumors have specific gene changes. It aims to match your tumor's unique genetic profile to a drug that may work better for you.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 12 years+ - NCT02800486RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted antibody plus repeat radiation for recurrent brain tumors
This trial studies giving cetuximab (a targeted antibody) directly into an artery along with repeat radiation to treat certain recurring or treatment-resistant brain tumors. It may help by delivering the drug more directly to tumor areas and testing whether this approach can control the disease after it comes back.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT02390752RecruitingPhase 1
Early drug study for children and young adults with hard-to-treat cancers
This Phase 1 trial tests pexidartinib (TURALIO) to see how safe it is and how well it works against refractory (hard-to-treat) leukemias and solid tumors, including tumors seen with NF1 and MPNST. It mainly helps researchers learn the best way to dose the medication and gather early signals of benefit.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3–35 - NCT02290522Recruiting
Personalized cancer treatment study
This trial tests whether tailoring treatment to your tumor's specific genetic makeup can help when standard treatments are no longer working. It may give you access to therapies that are more likely to work for your cancer.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT02270567Enrolling by invitation
Registry study for neuroendocrine tumors in patients worldwide
This study keeps a worldwide record of people with neuroendocrine tumors to learn about care patterns and outcomes. It may help your doctors and future patients by improving how these tumors are monitored and treated.
Branford, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT02555735Enrolling by invitation
Study of exceptional responders with solid tumors on chemotherapy
This study looks at people with solid tumor cancer (like many common carcinomas) to understand who responds exceptionally well to chemotherapy. You might be eligible if you are newly diagnosed or already receiving chemotherapy and can follow the study plan.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT01441089Recruiting
Donate blood for genetic testing in an NIH research study
This study collects blood from people already in an NIH (National Institutes of Health) clinical research program to run genetic tests. It may help researchers understand cancer and related inherited conditions by studying DNA changes.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3 years+ - NCT01356290RecruitingPhase 2
Drug combination for recurrent brain tumors in children
This trial tests a combination of antiangiogenic drugs (which block blood supply to tumors) for children with certain brain or spinal tumors that have returned or not responded to standard treatment. The goal is to see if this drug combo can shrink or slow the tumor.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Up to 19 years - NCT02029001RecruitingPhase 2
Personalized treatment matched to your tumor’s DNA changes
This Phase 2 study tests whether choosing cancer drugs based on specific DNA or blood test results from your tumor can work better for people with advanced solid tumors. It aims to use a molecular tumor board’s recommendation to guide the safest, most likely targeted treatment for each patient.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT02081768RecruitingPhase 3
Yttrium radiation liquid for cyst-like brain tumors near the pituitary
This Phase 3 trial studies a radioactive liquid called yttrium colloid (90Y) given around the time of surgery for cyst-like tumors near the pituitary gland. The goal is to see if it can improve treatment when you need an operation.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 17 years+ - NCT01804634RecruitingPhase 2
Reduced-intensity stem cell transplant for high-risk solid tumors
This trial tests a less intense type of bone marrow (stem cell) transplant from a partly matched family donor for people with high-risk solid tumors. It aims to lower treatment intensity while still using the donor’s immune system to help control the cancer.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 1–50
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for tumor?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 3,359 recruiting tumor 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 tumor 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 tumor 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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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.