Oncology
Cancer clinical trials
Studies of cancers and tumors of every type and site, from prevention to treatment. We’re tracking 20,663 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,825
- Phase 24,462
- Phase 12,741
- Phase 1/Phase 21,689
- Phase 31,402
- Phase 2/Phase 3281
- Phase 4263
Top conditions
- Breast Cancer1,228
- Cancer660
- Prostate Cancer657
- Colorectal Cancer496
- Lung Cancer428
- Ovarian Cancer337
- Multiple Myeloma329
- Gastric Cancer300
- Pancreatic Cancer295
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia293
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma284
- Solid Tumor258
- Advanced Solid Tumor256
- Cervical Cancer231
- Head and Neck Cancer229
- Endometrial Cancer204
- Advanced Solid Tumors195
- Esophageal Cancer193
Leading sponsors
- M.D. Anderson Cancer Center451
- Fudan University313
- Sun Yat-sen University290
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center289
- National Cancer Institute (NCI)288
- Mayo Clinic238
- Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences151
- City of Hope Medical Center144
- AstraZeneca133
- University Health Network, Toronto125
Where studies are running
- California1,428
- Texas640
- Arizona513
- Florida446
- Alabama420
- New York411
- Massachusetts339
- Maryland329
- New Jersey268
- Pennsylvania242
Recruiting studies20,663 total
- NCT05025098RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted treatment versus standard care for older blood cancer patients
This Phase 2 trial compares a “precision” treatment plan with standard therapy for older adults with AML or MDS. It aims to improve outcomes while using treatments that may be better suited for people who cannot have intensive chemotherapy.
LørenskogAges 60 years+ - NCT05025774Recruiting
Exercise program study for young heart, leukemia, and lung survivors
This study looks at how an exercise program affects fitness and lung function in young people who are survivors of certain conditions (heart transplant, leukemia, or lung disease from prematurity). The goal is to see whether exercise can improve breathing and overall physical function safely.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 8–25 - NCT05026983RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted drugs for melanoma spread to the brain
This Phase 2 trial tests two targeted medicines (binimetinib and encorafenib) for melanoma that has spread to the brain. It focuses on people whose tumor has a specific BRAF V600 mutation and who have brain metastases that are progressing or need treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05025813RecruitingPhase 2
Pembrolizumab before surgery or radiation for high-risk skin SCC
This Phase 2 trial tests pembrolizumab (an immune therapy) given before surgery to see if it can help control high-risk invasive cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma. The goal is to improve outcomes by treating cancer earlier and then following with standard surgery and radiation if needed.
Camperdown, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT05026138Recruiting
Study of severe HPV disease and why it keeps coming back
This study follows people with severe or hard-to-treat HPV-related conditions (and some closely related partners/household contacts) to learn how the virus causes illness and how the immune system responds. It may help doctors better predict who will develop severe disease and guide future treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3–100 - NCT05025878Recruiting
Study tracking sugar and immune cells in ovarian cancer fluid
This study uses a trace amount of glucose (a type of sugar) to see how tumor cells and immune cells behave inside the fluid that collects with ovarian cancer (ascites). It may help researchers understand what drives cancer activity and immune responses, which could guide better treatments in the future.
Victoria, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05027633RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus chemo and radiation for nasal cancer
This Phase 2 study tests a treatment plan that combines immunotherapy with chemotherapy and chemoradiation for advanced squamous cell cancer in the nasal cavity or sinuses. It aims to improve cancer control in people who are newly diagnosed and have not had prior treatment for this cancer.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05027737Recruiting
Earlier ileostomy closure after rectal cancer surgery
This study looks at whether closing a temporary ileostomy sooner is safe after rectal cancer surgery, when imaging shows no leak. It may help people avoid living with the stoma for longer, but only if specific safety checks are passed.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18–90 - NCT05027776RecruitingPhase 3
HPV vaccine study for healthy girls and young women
This trial studies whether a quadrivalent HPV vaccine is safe and helps the body build protection (immunity) against HPV. It enrolls healthy Chinese females who are not already treated for HPV-related infection.
Mianyang, SichuanAges 9–26 - NCT05029531RecruitingPhase 3
Immuno-chemotherapy for infants with B-lineage ALL
This trial tests a combination of medicines (immunotherapy plus chemotherapy) in babies diagnosed with a type of leukemia called B-lineage acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). It aims to improve how well treatment works and is delivered safely in very young children.
Moscow, Samory-Mashela,1Ages 1 day–12 months - NCT05029063RecruitingPhase 3
Rivaroxaban to prevent clots in cancer patients with new catheters
This Phase 3 study tests whether the medicine rivaroxaban can prevent dangerous blood clots in people with cancer who have a central venous catheter placed recently. It may help reduce clot risk while your catheter is in place, but you must meet safety and bleeding-risk criteria.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05029726RecruitingPhase 4
Numbing medicine during back surgery to reduce pain
This trial tests a regional anesthesia (numbing medicine given near nerves) during minimally invasive lumbar spine surgery. The goal is to see if it helps control pain around surgery and improves recovery comfort.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–80 - NCT05029791Recruiting
Study of immune markers in treated metastatic melanoma
This study looks at immune and tumor “behavior” markers in people with metastatic melanoma after standard treatment. It may help researchers understand why treatment works for some people and not others by testing blood and skin tumor samples.
LyonAges 18 years+ - NCT05029999RecruitingPhase 1
Test drugs for HER2-negative advanced breast cancer
This Phase 1 trial tests a combination of immune-targeting drugs (a CD40 medicine and a substance that helps immune cells act) plus chemotherapy in people with HER2-negative advanced breast cancer that has progressed. It aims to find a safer dose and see whether the treatment can shrink tumors or slow the cancer.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–99 - NCT05030207Recruiting
Test a new CT scan method for lung cancer radiation planning
This study tests whether a real-time, breathing-adapted CT scan (called 4DCT) can be done safely and work well for planning radiation treatment for lung cancer. It may help make radiation planning more accurate while checking if the scan process is practical for patients.
Blacktown, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT05030298RecruitingPhase 1
Pre-op focused radiation for aggressive brain tumor
This early-phase study tests a type of very targeted radiation given before surgery for people with a high-grade (aggressive) brain tumor. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and potentially improves treatment, while collecting tumor and blood samples for research.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05030597Recruiting
PET scans targeting FAP for oral cancer and recurrence
This trial uses a special PET scan that targets a substance called FAP to better find oral squamous cell cancer and check for recurrence. It may help doctors see where cancer activity is and guide treatment planning, especially around surgery and (for some people) neoadjuvant therapy before surgery.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–70 - NCT05031910Recruiting
Virtual 3D guidance for head and neck cancer surgery
This study tests whether a virtual reality (3D computer) model of surgery can help surgeons improve how head and neck cancer operations are planned and done. You may benefit from more personalized surgical planning, if you’re eligible for standard surgery.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05030805Recruiting
Study maps ovarian cancer cells from surgical tissue
This study uses lab testing to create a “map” of ovarian cancer cells one cell at a time, to better understand the disease. It likely helps researchers learn which cell types are involved, using samples collected around your surgery.
Strasbourg, AlsaceAges 18–80 - NCT05031897RecruitingPhase 2
Haplo transplant with reduced donor mismatch and radiation
This trial tests a special bone marrow/stem cell transplant approach using a partially matched family donor, along with conditioning treatment that involves radiation. It aims to help treat certain blood cancers by replacing damaged blood-forming cells with new ones from the donor.
Philadephia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05033288Recruiting
Compare radiation types and surgery for pelvic bone sarcomas
This study compares three treatment approaches—carbon ion radiation, proton radiation, and surgery—for sarcomas in the pelvis that involve bone. It looks to see which option best controls the tumor while helping protect nearby tissues.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 15 years+ - NCT05033301Recruiting
Nurse Ned Clinic support for prostate cancer survivors
This study tests a nurse-led clinic (“Nurse Ned Clinic”) to see how well it supports men after curative (potentially curative) prostate cancer treatment. It may help you manage follow-up care during survivorship if you are at low risk of cancer coming back.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT05032768Recruiting
Study links between skin bacteria and radiation skin reactions
This study looks at how changes in the skin’s normal bacteria (microbiome) relate to getting redness, irritation, or rash after breast radiation. It may help doctors predict who is more likely to have skin side effects after reconstruction and radiation.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT05033678Recruiting
Teledermoscopy and AI help review your skin spot images
This study tests a way for doctors to send clear images of your skin spot to be reviewed remotely using teledermoscopy (digital images of the skin). It may help speed up specialist input and improve how skin spots are assessed.
LundAges 15 years+
Common questions
- How many cancer clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 20,663 recruiting oncology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 31,727 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.
Other specialties
- Brain & nervous system
- Heart & circulation
- Hormones & metabolism
- 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.