Oncology
Cancer clinical trials
Studies of cancers and tumors of every type and site, from prevention to treatment. We’re tracking 20,730 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,856
- Phase 24,487
- Phase 12,738
- Phase 1/Phase 21,696
- Phase 31,409
- Phase 2/Phase 3281
- Phase 4263
Top conditions
- Breast Cancer1,233
- Prostate Cancer660
- Cancer655
- Colorectal Cancer499
- Lung Cancer430
- Ovarian Cancer341
- Multiple Myeloma330
- Gastric Cancer302
- Pancreatic Cancer295
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia290
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma285
- Solid Tumor256
- Advanced Solid Tumor254
- Cervical Cancer233
- Head and Neck Cancer229
- Endometrial Cancer207
- Advanced Solid Tumors196
- Esophageal Cancer196
Leading sponsors
- M.D. Anderson Cancer Center452
- Fudan University317
- National Cancer Institute (NCI)291
- Sun Yat-sen University290
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center289
- Mayo Clinic237
- Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences151
- City of Hope Medical Center146
- AstraZeneca131
- University Health Network, Toronto125
Where studies are running
- California1,432
- Texas644
- Arizona514
- Florida437
- Alabama419
- New York410
- Massachusetts342
- Maryland331
- New Jersey267
- Pennsylvania237
Recruiting studies20,730 total
- NCT06406244Recruiting
TEAS for chronic pain after liver surgery
This trial tests whether a gentle, needle-free electrical stimulation on certain points on the body (called TEAS) can help reduce chronic pain after liver surgery and improve long-term survival. It may be a good option if you are scheduled for a liver removal and want to explore non-drug pain relief.
ChengduAges 18–80 - NCT06406530Recruiting
Applying PRF gel before radiation for head and neck cancer
This trial tests whether applying a special gel made from your own blood (platelet-rich fibrin, or PRF) to the tooth sockets after extraction can help the gums heal better before radiation therapy starts. It's for people with head and neck cancer who need to have teeth removed on both sides of the jaw.
Giessen, HesseAges 18–99 - NCT06406608Recruiting
Personalized drug test for drug-resistant lung cancer
This trial tests a new way to choose your next treatment by growing a mini version of your tumor (an organoid) in a lab and seeing which drugs kill it best. It is for people with drug-resistant non-small cell lung cancer who have already tried at least two standard treatments.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–75 - NCT06406660Recruiting
Organoid-guided drug selection for recurrent small cell lung cancer
This study uses a patient's own tumor cells grown in the lab (called an organoid) to find the most effective drug for recurrent small cell lung cancer. It aims to personalize treatment after standard therapy stops working.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–75 - NCT06406634RecruitingPhase 2
Cadonilimab, Lenvatinib, and HAIC for Unresectable Liver Cancer
This trial tests a combination of three treatments for advanced liver cancer that can't be removed by surgery. It uses an immunotherapy drug (cadonilimab), a targeted therapy pill (lenvatinib), and a direct chemotherapy infusion into the liver (HAIC). The goal is to see if this combo can shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Changsha, HunanAges 18–75 - NCT06408116RecruitingPhase 2
FAPI-PET Scan for Esophageal Cancer Surgery Planning
This trial tests whether a special PET scan called FAPI-PET can better show the edges of esophageal tumors before surgery. It may help doctors plan more precise surgery.
HeidelbergAges 18 years+ - NCT06406803Recruiting
Exercise vs. diet for prostate cancer patients before surgery
This study compares the effects of exercise and a low-calorie diet on how your body builds proteins in your tumor and muscles. It may help men with prostate cancer who are about to have surgery.
HasseltAges 18 years+ - NCT06406816RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Vaccine and chemotherapy after surgery for bile duct cancer
This trial tests a personalized cancer vaccine combined with chemotherapy to help prevent bile duct cancer from coming back after surgery. It is for people who had their tumor removed but have a high risk of recurrence.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT06407518Recruiting
Preoperative medicine for pain relief in colorectal cancer patients with sleep or anxiety issues
This trial tests whether taking a medicine called midazolam before surgery can help with pain after surgery in people with colorectal cancer who have trouble sleeping or feel anxious. You would receive the medicine as a drink before your operation.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–60 - NCT06407947RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CT071 for high-risk newly diagnosed multiple myeloma
This trial tests an experimental therapy called CT071 for people with newly diagnosed, high-risk multiple myeloma. It aims to see if this treatment can help control the disease in people who have certain aggressive features.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06408220Recruiting
Stomach cancer risk check for minority groups
This study checks if you are at high risk for stomach cancer. You will give blood samples and have a stomach exam (endoscopy) to look for early signs.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 40–80 - NCT06408584Recruiting
Short radiation plus two drugs for returning esophageal cancer
This trial tests a short course of radiation combined with two drugs (raltitrexed and tislelizumab) for people with esophageal cancer that has returned after standard treatment. The goal is to see if these combinations can shrink tumors and improve survival.
HefeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06408441Recruiting
EHE registry for rare adult cancers
This study collects information from European hospitals on people with epithelioid hemangioendothelioma (EHE), a rare tumor that grows in blood vessels. Joining this registry helps doctors learn more about the disease and improve care for others.
Graz, GrazAges 18 years+ - NCT06409065Recruiting
Emotional and spiritual support for advanced cancer and caregivers
This study offers a program to help people with advanced cancer and their caregivers cope with emotional and spiritual distress. It involves talking with a counselor together to improve your well-being.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06409390RecruitingPhase 2
Sequential therapy based on tumor evolution for breast cancer
This trial tests a sequence of different treatments for breast cancer that has spread, based on how the cancer evolves. The goal is to find a personalized treatment plan that may work better over time.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06409702RecruitingPhase 4
Treating high-risk multiple myeloma with MRD testing
This trial tests a treatment plan for people with newly diagnosed high-risk multiple myeloma. It uses a special test called minimal residual disease (MRD) detection to see how well the treatment is working and guide next steps.
Suzhou, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT06409767Recruiting
Early warning system for blood cancer patients on chemo or transplant
This study tests whether a special early warning system can help doctors spot problems sooner in people with blood cancers who are getting strong chemo or a stem cell transplant. The goal is to improve outcomes by catching complications early.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - NCT06409936RecruitingPhase 2
Early use of asciminib for new CML patients
This trial tests the drug asciminib for people newly diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) who have been on treatment for less than a month. It aims to see if early treatment with asciminib is safe and effective.
BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06410300Recruiting
Heart and lung monitoring during lung cancer radiation and immunotherapy
This study monitors how the heart and lungs respond to radiation therapy combined with immunotherapy for locally advanced lung cancer. It aims to learn how well patients tolerate treatment and to detect early signs of side effects.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06410651RecruitingPhase 2
Nimotuzumab with chemoradiation for advanced esophageal cancer
This trial tests adding the targeted drug nimotuzumab to standard chemotherapy and radiation for people with esophageal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. It may help shrink the tumor or stop it from growing further.
BeijingAges 18–80 - NCT06410833RecruitingPhase 4
Combination therapy for resistant Sjögren's in children
This trial tests a combination of two medicines, rituximab then belimumab, for children and teens with Sjögren's syndrome that hasn't improved with other treatments. The goal is to see if this two-step approach can better control symptoms like joint pain, skin rashes, and blood problems.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 5–18 - NCT06411600RecruitingPhase 2
Combination therapy for BRAF-mutated colorectal cancer
This trial tests a combination of targeted therapies for people with metastatic colorectal cancer that has a specific BRAF V600E mutation and has progressed after initial treatment. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink tumors or stop them from growing further.
BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06411795RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing two pain relief methods after Whipple surgery
This study compares two ways to manage pain after Whipple surgery: a long-lasting numbing injection near the belly muscles (rectus sheath block) versus an epidural (a tube placed in your back). The goal is to see which method provides better pain relief and recovery.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT06412172Recruiting
Natural history study of lung papillomatosis
This study is for people with HPV-related recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP) that has spread to the lungs. Doctors will follow your health over time and study the condition to learn more about how it progresses.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–99
Common questions
- How many cancer clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 20,730 recruiting oncology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 32,266 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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- Injuries & trauma
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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.