Oncology
Cancer clinical trials
Studies of cancers and tumors of every type and site, from prevention to treatment. We’re tracking 20,641 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,805
- Phase 24,457
- Phase 12,745
- Phase 1/Phase 21,689
- Phase 31,401
- Phase 2/Phase 3280
- Phase 4264
Top conditions
- Breast Cancer1,227
- Cancer661
- Prostate Cancer657
- Colorectal Cancer492
- Lung Cancer426
- Ovarian Cancer341
- Multiple Myeloma330
- Gastric Cancer297
- Pancreatic Cancer292
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia291
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma284
- Solid Tumor258
- Advanced Solid Tumor256
- Cervical Cancer232
- Head and Neck Cancer228
- Endometrial Cancer206
- Advanced Solid Tumors193
- Esophageal Cancer191
Leading sponsors
- M.D. Anderson Cancer Center453
- Fudan University314
- Sun Yat-sen University291
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center288
- National Cancer Institute (NCI)285
- Mayo Clinic240
- Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences151
- City of Hope Medical Center145
- AstraZeneca135
- University Health Network, Toronto125
Where studies are running
- California1,428
- Texas641
- Arizona511
- Florida449
- Alabama417
- New York409
- Massachusetts340
- Maryland329
- New Jersey269
- Pennsylvania240
Recruiting studies20,641 total
- NCT03899155RecruitingPhase 2
Study for continuing or restarting cancer treatment that worked before
This trial lets people who were already in a related “parent” study either keep taking treatment or restart it after it had stopped working for a while. It’s meant for people who previously had a meaningful response and may still benefit from continued treatment.
Huntsville, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT03899428RecruitingPhase 2
Immune therapy versus targeted therapy for advanced liver cancer
This trial compares an immune “checkpoint” medicine to a targeted cancer medicine in people with advanced liver cancer who have hepatitis B in the blood. It aims to lower hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) levels and see which approach works better and is safest.
Hong Kong, Hong Kong SARAges 18 years+ - NCT03900910Recruiting
Gastric cancer prevention program for Indigenous adults
This trial studies a prevention approach to help lower the chance of stomach (gastric) cancer in Indigenous people. You may be able to join if you’re in the right age range, can understand consent, and are not pregnant or dealing with serious other illnesses.
Taipei, TaiwanAges 20–60 - NCT03906253Recruiting
Laser treatment to prevent skin growth in older adults
This trial tests whether a type of laser treatment can help protect older adults’ skin from turning actinic keratosis (a sun-related precancer) into more serious skin problems. It focuses on the forearms and may help reduce future skin damage while checking safety and comfort.
Dayton, OhioAges 60 years+ - NCT03907826RecruitingPhase 3
PD-1 therapy plus chemoradiation for recurrent nasopharyngeal cancer
This trial studies whether adding a PD-1 antibody (an immunotherapy) to standard chemoradiation can better control recurrent nasopharyngeal cancer that can’t be removed with surgery. If you qualify, you’d receive the study treatment and be closely monitored for side effects and cancer response.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT03908684Recruiting
Ultrasound tests to predict early response to prostate and head/neck radiation
This study uses special ultrasound imaging to look for early signs of how well radiation treatment is working in prostate, rectum, and head/neck cancers. It may help doctors spot response sooner and adjust care earlier if needed.
Toronto, OntarioAges Any age - NCT03909282Recruiting
Surgery now versus radiation then delayed surgery for DCIS
This trial compares two approaches for ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS): having surgery first versus getting radiation first and then having surgery later. It aims to see which plan controls DCIS better while affecting treatment timing and outcomes.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03909412RecruitingPhase 1
Carfilzomib chemo to help you collect stem cells for transplant
This Phase 1 study tests a carfilzomib-based treatment plan to help people with multiple myeloma collect enough stem cells for an autologous (using your own) stem cell transplant. It’s mainly about whether this mobilization approach works and is safe for you.
Hackensack, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT03910465Recruiting
Study for children and adults with chordoma
This trial studies people with chordoma (a rare bone/soft-tissue tumor) and collects information and samples to learn more about the disease. It may help by improving understanding of chordoma and supporting future research.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2 years+ - NCT03911297Recruiting
DAISy-PCOS study of hormone and metabolism in suspected PCOS
This study looks at hormone levels and metabolism in people who may have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). It aims to better understand why PCOS happens, which could help improve future diagnosis and treatment.
Birmingham, West MidlandsAges 18–70 - NCT03914378Recruiting
Study how radiation and cisplatin affect hearing in head and neck cancer
This study looks at how radiotherapy, and possibly cisplatin chemotherapy, affect hearing in people treated for head and neck cancer. It may help doctors better predict hearing side effects and plan hearing monitoring or prevention.
ManchesterAges 18 years+ - NCT03914391Recruiting
Find new urine tests to screen for prostate cancer
This study looks for new urine markers (signals) that could help screen for prostate cancer. If you have a higher PSA blood test and are scheduled for a prostate biopsy, your urine sample may be studied to see if it can improve screening.
ShatinAges 18 years+ - NCT03913117RecruitingPhase 1
Test treatment for HPV16-positive mild abnormal cervical cell results
This early (Phase 1) study tests a new treatment for people with long-lasting mild abnormal Pap test results (ASC-US or LSIL) who also have HPV16 found on testing. It aims to find out whether the treatment can be given safely and may affect the HPV and abnormal cell changes.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 19 years+ - NCT03916809Recruiting
Voice and swallowing therapy device during head and neck cancer treatment
This trial tests whether using a mouth-based training device (called EMST150) during planned radiation (with or without chemotherapy) can help people with head and neck cancer with swallowing and related muscle function. It may be useful if you’re starting radiation for a cancer in the mouth, throat, or voice box area.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT03917043RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new targeted drug for ALK or ROS1 lung cancers
This Phase 1 trial tests APG-2449, a new drug, in people with advanced solid tumors—especially certain lung cancers that have ALK or ROS1 gene fusions. Because it’s an early safety-and-dose study, it may help learn how well the drug works and what doses are safe.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT03919552RecruitingPhase 3
Chemoradiation with two cisplatin or carboplatin plans for nasopharyngeal cancer
This Phase 3 trial compares two chemotherapy-and-radiation combinations (cisplatin-based vs carboplatin-based) for locally advanced nasopharyngeal cancer that has not spread to distant organs. It may help researchers find which plan works best while balancing safety and effectiveness.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–64 - NCT03921047Recruiting
Study of T cells during stem cell transplant for AML
This study looks at changes in your immune cells (T cells) in people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who are scheduled for a donor stem cell transplant. It may help doctors better understand how the immune system responds during and after transplant.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03919461RecruitingPhase 2
Preventing colon and rectal cancer spread after surgery
This Phase 2 study tests medicines given around the time of colon or rectal cancer surgery to help lower the chance the cancer will later spread to other parts of the body. If you are planned for curative (potentially curable) surgery and have no signs of spread yet, the trial may help prevent future metastases.
AfulaAges 20–80 - NCT03920033Recruiting
Radiation schedule for prostate cancer PSA relapse after surgery
This trial compares two different radiation schedules to treat prostate cancer that returned based on rising PSA blood tests after prostatectomy (prostate removal). If you qualify, it may help you and your team choose a radiation approach with the goal of controlling PSA relapse.
SeoulAges 20 years+ - NCT03922555RecruitingPhase 1
ASTX727 for IDH-mutant low-grade brain tumors
This early-stage study tests ASTX727 in adults with IDH-mutant gliomas that are coming back or progressing. It aims to see whether the medicine can slow the tumor and understand how it works in the body and tumor tissue.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT03922893Recruiting
Finding inherited cancer gene markers in at-risk families
This study looks at DNA (genetic information) from people and families who may have an inherited risk for cancer. It aims to find new genetic markers that can help explain cancer risk and guide future care.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges Any age - NCT03926338RecruitingPhase 2
Before-surgery immunotherapy for MSI-H or dMMR colon cancer
This trial studies a treatment given before surgery using toripalimab, with or without celecoxib, for colon or rectal cancer that has MSI-H or dMMR tumor features. It aims to shrink or control the cancer before the operation and compare whether adding celecoxib helps.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT03925662RecruitingPhase 3
Mebendazole added to stage 4 colon cancer care
This trial studies whether adding mebendazole (an existing anti-parasite medicine) to standard treatment can improve outcomes for people with stage 4 colon cancer. You might qualify if you have stage 4 colorectal cancer and none of the key safety concerns.
CairoAges 18 years+ - NCT03932786Recruiting
Study of health and wellbeing after retinoblastoma treatment
This study looks at long-term health outcomes—how patients are doing physically and in daily life—after treatment for retinoblastoma. It may help doctors understand what support or follow-up care could be most helpful after treatment.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Any age
Common questions
- How many cancer clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 20,641 recruiting oncology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 31,485 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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- Mental health
- Digestive system
- Lungs & breathing
- Immune system & allergy
- Women’s health & pregnancy
- Skin
- Blood & lymphatic
- Kidney & urinary
- Infections
- Genetic & congenital
- Bones, joints & muscles
- Pain
- Injuries & trauma
- Mouth & dental
- Eyes & vision
- Ear, nose & throat
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.