Oncology
Cancer clinical trials
Studies of cancers and tumors of every type and site, from prevention to treatment. We’re tracking 20,138 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,499
- Phase 24,397
- Phase 12,659
- Phase 1/Phase 21,650
- Phase 31,390
- Phase 2/Phase 3283
- Phase 4260
Top conditions
- Breast Cancer1,193
- Prostate Cancer646
- Cancer634
- Colorectal Cancer479
- Lung Cancer416
- Ovarian Cancer337
- Multiple Myeloma328
- Pancreatic Cancer287
- Gastric Cancer282
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia279
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma256
- Solid Tumor245
- Advanced Solid Tumor235
- Head and Neck Cancer225
- Cervical Cancer223
- Endometrial Cancer205
- Advanced Solid Tumors201
- Esophageal Cancer190
Leading sponsors
- M.D. Anderson Cancer Center453
- Fudan University303
- National Cancer Institute (NCI)292
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center290
- Sun Yat-sen University273
- Mayo Clinic238
- City of Hope Medical Center141
- Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences140
- AstraZeneca135
- Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University, School of Medicine128
Where studies are running
- California1,408
- Texas635
- Arizona513
- Florida432
- Alabama427
- New York406
- Massachusetts342
- Maryland330
- New Jersey269
- Pennsylvania235
Recruiting studies20,138 total
- NCT06607107RecruitingPhase 2
Combination therapy for liver cancer beyond Milan criteria
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy (mFOLFOX7) plus two targeted/immunotherapy drugs (camrelizumab and apatinib) for people with liver cancer that has grown beyond standard transplant criteria. It aims to shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06056635Recruiting
Study of special telescopes for fetal surgery
This study tests two types of small cameras (fetoscopes) to see how well they work for surgery on a baby before birth. Doctors want to learn if these tools can safely perform fetal procedures.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–45 - NCT06259552RecruitingPhase 1
Study of SPX-303 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called SPX-303, which is designed to help your immune system fight cancer cells. It is for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06609551RecruitingPhase 3
ctDNA-guided chemo choice for elderly colon cancer patients
This trial tests whether using a ctDNA blood test can help choose the best chemotherapy after colon cancer surgery for people aged 70–80. It aims to make treatment more personalized and reduce side effects.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 70–80 - NCT06598722RecruitingPhase 2
BCL-2 inhibitor plus HyperCVAD for T-cell lymphoma
This trial tests adding a BCL-2 inhibitor drug to a standard chemotherapy regimen (HyperCVAD) for people newly diagnosed with T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma. The goal is to see if the combination works better than chemotherapy alone.
ShanghaiAges 18–60 - NCT07748325RecruitingPhase 2
Checking if immunotherapy after surgery helps prevent lung cancer return
This trial is for people with non-small cell lung cancer who have already had immunotherapy and chemotherapy before surgery, followed by complete removal of the tumor. It tests whether continuing immunotherapy after surgery (adjuvant treatment) can lower the risk of cancer coming back compared to just watching and waiting.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–75 - NCT07740941RecruitingPhase 2
Neoadjuvant, spare-adjuvant (NASA) in stage IIIB-IV (M1a) melanoma
This trial tests whether giving immunotherapy before surgery and possibly skipping some after may help people with advanced but removable melanoma. It aims to see if this approach can reduce the chance of the cancer coming back.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07740759Enrolling by invitation
Educational videos for pre-surgery anxiety
This trial tests whether watching educational videos before your laparoscopic surgery helps reduce anxiety. It may help you feel more prepared and calm before your procedure.
Farmington, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT07741006Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
PET imaging study for adults with solid tumors
This study tests a new PET imaging agent called [68Ga]Ga-ELI411 to help see tumors more clearly. It is for adults with solid tumors who are already scheduled for a standard PET scan, and may help doctors better understand and manage their cancer.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07743827Recruiting
Olanzapine-based steroid-sparing anti-nausea treatment for breast cancer
This trial tests a new anti-nausea medicine combination for breast cancer patients getting AC chemotherapy, specifically designed for those with diabetes, obesity, or other metabolic issues. It aims to reduce the need for steroids, which can be riskier for these patients.
Alexandria, Alexandria GovernorateAges 18–70 - NCT07743749Recruiting
MRI-based study to classify and grade kidney tumors
This study uses MRI scans to help doctors better identify the type and severity of kidney tumors. It may lead to more accurate diagnoses without needing extra tests.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT07748988RecruitingPhase 1
Casdatifan for advanced kidney cancer that has stopped responding
This study tests a new pill called casdatifan for people with advanced kidney cancer that has not improved after standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors and be safe to take.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18–100 - NCT07744529RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Combination treatment for lung cancer spread to the lining of the brain
This trial tests a new combination of two drugs for people with a specific type of lung cancer that has spread to the lining of the brain and spinal cord. The treatment aims to target the cancer cells and may help improve symptoms and survival.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT07747909Recruiting
Orlistat for metabolic and hormonal health in PCOS
This study tests whether the weight-loss drug orlistat can improve blood sugar, hormones, and other metabolic measures in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). If you have PCOS and are overweight, this treatment might help with symptoms like irregular periods and excess hair growth.
Abbottābād, Khyber PakhtunkhwaAges 18–45 - NCT07744087Recruiting
Comparing two surgical methods for removing tumors near the pancreas
This trial compares two types of surgery to remove tumors that start near the pancreas but not in it. The goal is to see if a newer, less invasive method works as well as the standard approach, which may mean fewer cuts and a faster recovery.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07744698RecruitingPhase 4
Maintenance therapy for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests a pill form of chemotherapy (oral paclitaxel) combined with an immunotherapy drug to keep advanced lung cancer from growing after initial treatment. It may help patients whose cancer was controlled with first-line therapy.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT07746323Recruiting
Shoulder positioning for less pain after lung surgery
This study tests whether a special arm position during lung surgery can reduce shoulder pain afterward. It may help you recover more comfortably.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18 years+ - NCT07745881Recruiting
Pain relief after lung cancer surgery
This trial tests a nerve block that may reduce pain after surgery for lung cancer. It's a technique that numbs a specific area in the back to help you feel more comfortable during recovery.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–80 - NCT07741058Enrolling by invitation
AI-assisted diagnosis accuracy study for pathologists
This study tests whether an AI tool helps pathologists make more accurate diagnoses when looking at tissue samples. It may lead to better and faster diagnoses for patients in the future.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT07743294Recruiting
Exercise before breast cancer surgery to reduce arm swelling
This trial tests whether doing specific exercises before breast cancer surgery helps reduce arm swelling (lymphedema) after surgery, and improves quality of life and care needs. You would participate in a supervised exercise program before your surgery and then follow up after.
TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT07747688Recruiting
Early gastric cancer treatment outcomes study
This study looks at people with early-stage stomach cancer to learn more about how different treatments work. It uses information from patients who were treated at a specific hospital, which may help doctors better understand the best ways to treat this condition.
BeijingAges 18–90 - NCT07744932RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation plus drug combo for kidney cancer that has spread a little
This trial tests a combination of targeted radiation, an oral drug (axitinib), and an immunotherapy (toripalimab) for people with kidney cancer that has spread to a few spots. It aims to see if this combo helps control the cancer longer.
Shijiazhuang, HebeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07747272Recruiting
Nerve-sparing prostate surgery and erectile function
This study looks at how your health before surgery affects your erectile function after robot-assisted prostate removal. It aims to help doctors predict and improve recovery of erectile function.
Florence, ItalyAges 18–75 - NCT07749326Recruiting
Comparing two stomach bypass surgeries for advanced stomach cancer
This trial compares two surgical methods to bypass a blocked stomach outlet caused by advanced stomach cancer, helping patients eat and digest food more easily. It aims to see which operation gives better relief with fewer complications.
Changwon, Gyeongsangnam-doAges 20–85
Common questions
- How many cancer clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 20,138 recruiting oncology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 29,973 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Cancer” cover here?
- Studies of cancers and tumors of every type and site, from prevention to treatment. We group each study into cancer based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a cancer trial near me?
- Use the search to filter cancer studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.