Oncology
Cancer clinical trials
Studies of cancers and tumors of every type and site, from prevention to treatment. We’re tracking 20,680 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,832
- Phase 24,469
- Phase 12,739
- Phase 1/Phase 21,689
- Phase 31,406
- Phase 2/Phase 3282
- Phase 4263
Top conditions
- Breast Cancer1,231
- Cancer658
- Prostate Cancer658
- Colorectal Cancer494
- Lung Cancer429
- Ovarian Cancer338
- Multiple Myeloma330
- Gastric Cancer300
- Pancreatic Cancer297
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia293
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma285
- Solid Tumor258
- Advanced Solid Tumor255
- Cervical Cancer233
- Head and Neck Cancer229
- Endometrial Cancer205
- Advanced Solid Tumors195
- Esophageal Cancer195
Leading sponsors
- M.D. Anderson Cancer Center451
- Fudan University311
- Sun Yat-sen University290
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center289
- National Cancer Institute (NCI)288
- Mayo Clinic236
- Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences151
- City of Hope Medical Center144
- AstraZeneca132
- University Health Network, Toronto126
Where studies are running
- California1,425
- Texas640
- Arizona512
- Florida443
- Alabama421
- New York412
- Massachusetts339
- Maryland328
- New Jersey268
- Pennsylvania241
Recruiting studies20,680 total
- NCT05574673Recruiting
Study of DNA repair traits in ovarian cancer patients
This study looks at certain “DNA repair traits” (called homologous recombination phenotype) in people with epithelial ovarian cancer. Results may help researchers better understand who responds to platinum chemotherapy, which is commonly used for this cancer.
København Ø, Region SjællandAges 18–100 - NCT05574647Recruiting
Fast prostate MRI and guided biopsy testing for prostate cancer
This study checks whether a faster prostate MRI and image-matching (image-fusion) can better find suspicious spots so doctors can target a biopsy. If you have concerning prostate exam results or PSA blood test results, you may get an MRI and, if something looks suspicious, a biopsy using MRI images.
Southend-on-Sea, EssexAges 18 years+ - NCT05575440Recruiting
Testing an iodine-like PET/CT scan for thyroid cancer
This study checks how well a new PET/CT scan (18F-TFB) can find thyroid cancer after a standard iodine whole-body scan. It may help doctors see where the cancer is using an added imaging test, which could improve planning for care.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT05576103Recruiting
Study of brain tumor thinking and MRI during radiation
This study follows adults with a primary brain tumor to understand how thinking skills and brain images change over time during radiation therapy. It may help researchers measure treatment effects and better track brain changes.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–99 - NCT05576480RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus chemotherapy before surgery for rectal cancer without mismatch repair
This Phase 2 study tests penpulimab (an immunotherapy medicine) given with CAPEOX chemotherapy before surgery for rectal cancer that is “MSS” (not the mismatch-repair type). It aims to shrink the tumor and improve outcomes by treating before the operation.
Shanghai, None SelectedAges 18–75 - NCT05576831Recruiting
Testing HPV and p53 to guide vulvar cancer surgery
This study looks at two tumor test results—HPV and p53—to help doctors decide how much tissue to remove during surgery for vulvar squamous cell carcinoma. It’s meant to reduce the risk of the cancer coming back while avoiding unnecessary removal when margins are only close.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05576974RecruitingPhase 2
Test a dye used during surgery to find head and neck cancer
This trial tests whether a single dose of an imaging dye (given during surgery) can help doctors find the unknown origin of head and neck cancer and check safety. It may help guide surgery and biopsies when the primary cancer location hasn’t been identified.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–99 - NCT05577091RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for recurrent glioblastoma
This early-phase trial studies a personalized immune-cell treatment (CAR-T) for glioblastoma that has come back. It aims to shrink or control the regrowing brain tumor by using your own immune cells after processing them in a lab.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT05577143Recruiting
Blood test screening for colorectal cancer
This study checks whether a blood test can help identify colorectal cancer or precancerous growths. You would have a planned colonoscopy, and researchers compare the blood test results to what the colonoscopy finds.
LilleAges 18–75 - NCT05577689Recruiting
New treatment target study for metastatic prostate cancer
This trial studies a new therapy target for people with prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. You may be a candidate if you can provide a cancer tissue sample and are able to consent to the study.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT05578053Recruiting
Dalpiciclib for hormone receptor–positive advanced breast cancer
This trial studies whether dalpiciclib can slow down or control advanced hormone receptor–positive breast cancer and assess how safe it is. It’s for people whose cancer has come back in a limited way or spread and can’t be fully cured with surgery or radiation.
Shijiazhuang, HebeiAges 18 years+ - NCT05578326RecruitingPhase 2
Trilaciclib plus lurbinectidin for certain previously treated cancers
This Phase 2 study tests the combination of trilaciclib and lurbinectidin in adults whose cancer has already been treated, including with certain standard medicines. It aims to see if this combination can shrink tumors or slow cancer growth.
Lebanon, New HampshireAges 18 years+ - NCT05579353Recruiting
Study stool and blood markers in colorectal cancer treatment planning
This study looks at special tiny cell-signal particles (called exosomes) and related pathways to understand colorectal cancer. Your results from samples may help researchers learn how these signals relate to the disease after surgery.
Jinan, LixiaAges 18–80 - NCT05579366RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study drug for advanced ovarian and other solid cancers
This Phase 1/2 trial studies Rinatabart Sesutecan to treat advanced cancers, with special focus on certain ovarian cancer types. It’s meant for people whose cancer has come back or has not responded to prior treatments.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05580562RecruitingPhase 3
ONC201 for newly diagnosed H3 K27M brain tumor after radiation
This study tests whether ONC201 (also called ONC201) can improve outcomes for people with a newly diagnosed H3 K27M–mutant diffuse brain tumor after they finish radiation. It looks for safety and whether treatment can help control the tumor.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Any age - NCT05580601RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Immunotherapy trial for children with relapsed or stubborn AML
This Phase 1/2 trial tests a lab-made immune-cell treatment (NK cells) for children with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has come back or did not respond to treatment. It aims to help the immune system attack leukemia cells in the bone marrow, especially when standard treatments have not worked.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 2 years+ - NCT05580861RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Sulfasalazine for newly diagnosed AML in older adults on chemo
This Phase 1/2 trial studies whether sulfasalazine, added to intensive chemotherapy, can help older adults with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML). It aims to improve treatment effectiveness and track leukemia “leftover cells” in some participants.
AmiensAges 60 years+ - NCT05581030RecruitingPhase 1
Newly diagnosed ALL: testing a treatment after Hyper-CVAD
This Phase 1 study looks at a treatment approach for people newly diagnosed with Philadelphia-negative B- or T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) after completing a specific chemotherapy course called Hyper-CVAD 1A. It aims to see if the treatment can be given safely and how well it may work for this type of leukemia.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18–50 - NCT05582122RecruitingPhase 2
Tracking HPV16 DNA in blood to spot cancer coming back
This study checks whether a blood test for HPV16 DNA can predict when HPV-related throat cancer comes back after treatment. It may help improve follow-up care by catching recurrence earlier.
Saint-Denis, La RéunionAges 18 years+ - NCT05582265RecruitingPhase 3
Study immune drug plus chemo before surgery versus surgery first
This Phase 3 trial compares two treatment plans for stage III/IVA head and neck squamous cell cancer (HNSCC). One plan uses an immune drug with chemotherapy before surgery; the other goes straight to surgery first, to see which approach works better.
Guanzhou, GuangdongAges 18–80 - NCT05582772Recruiting
Supportive care for older men with metastatic prostate cancer
This study tests a phone-based supportive care program for older men with prostate cancer. It aims to help with day-to-day management while you’re receiving hormone-related cancer treatment.
Toronto, OntarioAges 65 years+ - NCT05582551Recruiting
Screening test program for childhood cancer survivor senses
This trial helps improve how doctors check senses like hearing and vision after childhood cancer. It may help you (or your child) get better screening and support early for new or lasting side effects.
St Louis, MissouriAges 7–17 - NCT05582499RecruitingPhase 2
Neoadjuvant treatment study for certain breast cancers
This Phase 2 study tests a “precision platform” approach—treatment before surgery—based on specific test results from your breast tumor. It may help determine whether the treatment plan works better for people with particular breast cancer subtypes and healthy organ function.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT05582538RecruitingPhase 2
Ceralasertib plus immunotherapy for advanced triple-negative breast cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests whether a drug called ceralasertib can help the immune system work better, followed by durvalumab plus nab-paclitaxel. It is for people with advanced triple-negative breast cancer whose cancer returned after earlier treatment, including chemotherapy and immune therapy.
Novara, NovaraAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many cancer clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 20,680 recruiting oncology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 31,878 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.