Oncology
Cancer clinical trials
Studies of cancers and tumors of every type and site, from prevention to treatment. We’re tracking 20,648 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,813
- Phase 24,456
- Phase 12,744
- Phase 1/Phase 21,689
- Phase 31,402
- Phase 2/Phase 3281
- Phase 4263
Top conditions
- Breast Cancer1,229
- Cancer660
- Prostate Cancer656
- Colorectal Cancer493
- Lung Cancer426
- Ovarian Cancer341
- Multiple Myeloma330
- Gastric Cancer298
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia293
- Pancreatic Cancer292
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma284
- Solid Tumor258
- Advanced Solid Tumor257
- Cervical Cancer232
- Head and Neck Cancer227
- Endometrial Cancer206
- Advanced Solid Tumors195
- Esophageal Cancer191
Leading sponsors
- M.D. Anderson Cancer Center452
- Fudan University315
- Sun Yat-sen University291
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center288
- National Cancer Institute (NCI)287
- Mayo Clinic240
- Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences151
- City of Hope Medical Center144
- AstraZeneca133
- University Health Network, Toronto125
Where studies are running
- California1,426
- Texas641
- Arizona510
- Florida450
- Alabama420
- New York410
- Massachusetts339
- Maryland330
- New Jersey269
- Pennsylvania240
Recruiting studies20,648 total
- NCT04165772RecruitingPhase 2
Dostarlimab for locally advanced mismatch-repair deficient solid tumors
This Phase 2 trial studies dostarlimab (an immune therapy that targets PD-1) given before surgery or other initial treatment. It aims to shrink certain locally advanced cancers that have mismatch repair deficiency, potentially making treatment easier and improving outcomes.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT04165070RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Stage IV lung cancer trial using pembrolizumab with or without chemotherapy
This Phase 1/2 study tests pembrolizumab (an immune-based cancer treatment) either alone or with chemotherapy in people newly diagnosed with stage IV non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It looks at how well the treatments work and whether they are safe, especially in people who haven’t had treatment yet for metastatic disease.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT04165798Recruiting
Pembrolizumab with or without chemotherapy for stage IV lung cancer
This trial tests whether pembrolizumab alone, or pembrolizumab plus chemotherapy, can treat stage IV non-small cell lung cancer. It may help shrink tumors and improve outcomes by boosting the immune system, with or without added chemotherapy.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT04166006RecruitingPhase 2
Vaccine made from your tumor cells after surgery for rare cancers
This trial tests a personalized vaccine made from your own tumor material, aiming to lower the chance cancer returns after surgery. It is for people whose rare cancers have been removed completely and who have no standard treatment available after surgery.
Meldola, FCAges 18 years+ - NCT04170946RecruitingPhase 1
Talazoparib plus chest radiation after extensive small-cell lung cancer
This Phase 1 trial tests whether the medicine talazopib, given along with chest radiation, can better control extensive-stage small-cell lung cancer after initial chemotherapy. It is for people whose cancer has not worsened after finishing standard chemotherapy.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT04169763RecruitingPhase 1
Nelfinavir with chemo and radiation for vulvar cancer
This Phase 1 trial tests whether adding nelfinavir to standard chemo (cisplatin) and external-beam radiation can treat locally advanced vulvar cancer that cannot be removed with surgery. It’s designed to check safety and how well the treatment can work for this situation.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04167696RecruitingPhase 1
Dose-finding drug study for AML or MDS after standard options fail
This Phase 1 trial tests CYAD-02 to find the safest and recommended dose for people with AML or MDS that has returned or did not respond to prior treatment. It may help if you have limited treatment options, but participation also requires meeting specific heart, lung, and lab safety requirements.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT04168502RecruitingPhase 3
Gemtuzumab added to chemotherapy for certain adult AML
This Phase 3 trial tests whether adding gemtuzumab to standard chemotherapy helps people with newly diagnosed, favorable-intermediate AML reduce “MRD” (very small remaining leukemia cells). If MRD levels drop more, it may lower the chance of relapse.
AlessandriaAges 18–60 - NCT04169542Recruiting
Study on how COVID-19 affected costs for breast surgery patients
This study asks people with breast cancer who are having breast surgery about how COVID-19 affected their out-of-pocket costs, work income, and job stability. Your answers may help improve support for patients during public health emergencies.
Conroe, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04170634Recruiting
CT scan study to assess bone strength in certain cancers
This study uses a CT scan to estimate how strong a cancer-affected bone area is, helping doctors evaluate fracture risk and bone management. It is aimed at adults with bone lesions from several common cancer types.
AngersAges 18 years+ - NCT04172753Recruiting
Online MRI-guided radiation therapy on a 1.5T machine
This trial checks whether it’s practical and safe to deliver radiation treatment using real-time MRI guidance, with the process supported online. It may help patients whose doctors recommend radiation by testing a modern way to plan and deliver treatment more precisely.
Tübingen, Baden-WurttembergAges 18 years+ - NCT04179929Recruiting
Study for adults with Ph-negative ALL
This trial looks at how to treat a type of leukemia called Ph-negative ALL in adults. It may help people by testing a treatment approach specifically for this leukemia subtype.
Badalona, BarcelonaAges 18–60 - NCT04181970Recruiting
Study of sarcoma care quality across Europe and Latin America
This observational study looks at information from people with sarcoma to understand how care is delivered across different centers. It does not test a new treatment, but may help improve future care and planning.
Buenos AiresAges 18–120 - NCT04182984Recruiting
Compare immunosuppressant medicines for eye-only myasthenia gravis
This real-world study looks at how different immunosuppressant medicines work for people with non-thymoma ocular myasthenia gravis (eye symptoms due to MG). It may help doctors understand which treatments control symptoms best in everyday care.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18–75 - NCT04185038RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T therapy through a catheter for pediatric brain tumors
This Phase 1 trial tests a personalized immune-cell treatment (CAR T) delivered directly in the brain-area space using a catheter. It may help children and young adults with hard-to-treat (recurrent or refractory) diffuse midline brain tumors like DIPG/DMG when standard options aren’t working.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 1–26 - NCT04183712RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted drug treatment after gallbladder surgery using blood test monitoring
This Phase 2 trial tests a targeted treatment (GEMOX) given after gallbladder cancer surgery. It uses a blood test that looks for cancer-related DNA to monitor recurrence and guide care, aiming to improve outcomes for people with higher-risk disease.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT04186520RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR T-cell treatment for hard-to-treat B-cell lymphomas
This trial studies a type of lab-made immune cell therapy (CAR T) using cells called CAR-20/19-T. It is for adults with relapsed or refractory B-cell cancers, aiming to reduce or eliminate lymphoma in people whose disease has come back or not responded to standard treatments.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 18–80 - NCT04185272Recruiting
Study of a cancer-related protein in colon cancer
This study looks at how a protein called butyrophilin is involved in colon cancer. It may help researchers understand colon cancer better and guide future treatments.
MarseilleAges 18 years+ - NCT04185779Recruiting
Colorectal cancer screening colonoscopy study
This study looks at patterns of colorectal (colon and rectum) findings in people who are having a colonoscopy as part of routine care. It may help improve how doctors detect and understand colorectal cancer and related growths over time.
South Shields, Tyne and WearAges 18 years+ - NCT04185935Recruiting
Genetic study of cancer in patients and their families
This study looks at DNA patterns in families where cancer may run in families, to better understand inherited (passed-down) cancer risk. You may be able to help even if you’re not sure whether your cancer is genetic—your family history and, if needed, medical records or tumor samples can be used.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Any age - NCT04186585RecruitingPhase 1
Testing the safest dose for a prostate cancer drug
This early-phase trial (Phase 1) tests the safest dose of BP-C2 in people with prostate cancer who are on hormone treatment. It’s mainly designed to check safety and how the body handles the medicine, which could help future treatment options.
Skjetten, AkershusAges 18–80 - NCT04190849Recruiting
Children’s liver fat disease registry in Europe
This is a registry study collecting information about children and teens with fatty liver disease that isn’t caused by alcohol. It aims to better understand this condition and may help future research and treatments.
MaastrichtAges Up to 18 years - NCT04190589Recruiting
Robotic right-sided colon surgery for early to mid-stage cancer
This study looks at a newer, robot-assisted surgical approach to remove part of the right colon completely when colon cancer is suspected or confirmed. It may help by aiming for more complete tumor removal while tracking safety and outcomes.
VejleAges 18 years+ - NCT04191460RecruitingPhase 2
Fluorescence-guided surgery for oral cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests a special light-tracking medicine (cRGD-ZW800-1) to help surgeons see oral cancer during surgery. The goal is to improve how well the tumor is found and removed while keeping side effects manageable.
Rotterdam, South HollandAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many cancer clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 20,648 recruiting oncology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 31,565 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.