Acute leukemia
MONDO:0010643A clonal (malignant) hematopoietic disorder with an acute onset, affecting the bone marrow and the peripheral blood. The malignant cells show minimal differentiation and are called blasts, either myeloid blasts (myeloblasts) or lymphoid blasts (lymphoblasts).
Also known as: acute leukaemia (disease), acute leukemia, acute leukemia (disease), leukemia, acute, X-linked, stem cell leukaemia, stem cell leukaemia (disease), stem cell leukemia, stem cell leukemia (disease)
3859 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Can specially trained immune cells flush out hidden HIV?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing whether immune cells from a donor, specially trained to attack HIV, can safely reduce the hidden HIV reservoir in people who have had a bone marrow transplant. Participants are adults with HIV who are on antiretroviral therapy and have already re…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Catherine Bollard • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can engineered immune cells outsmart Hard-to-Treat blood cancers?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental cell therapy for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) that has returned or not responded to standard treatments. The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, modified to recognize …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Arcellx, Inc. • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Patient's own immune cells be trained to cure leukemia?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ OngoingThis trial tests a personalized therapy where a patient's own T cells are collected, genetically modified to recognize and attack CD19-positive leukemia cells, and then infused back into the patient. It is designed for children and young adults with relapsed or refractory CD19+ a…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Seattle Children's Hospital • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a gentler chemo-radiation combo make stem cell transplants safer for blood cancers?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ OngoingThis trial tests a new, lower-intensity combination of chemotherapy and radiation before a donor stem cell transplant for people with high-risk blood cancers or aplastic anemia. The goal is to see if this approach is safe enough to allow the donor cells to take hold and cure the …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with leukemia: smarter chemo dosing could boost cures
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ OngoingThis study tests a new way to treat children and teens with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), the most common childhood cancer. Researchers are using updated risk factors to decide how strong chemotherapy should be and adjusting doses of a key drug based on blood levels. The go…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Supercharged immune cells take aim at cancer and viruses in one shot
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ OngoingThis study tests a new type of immune cell therapy for people with CD19-positive leukemia or lymphoma who have had a stem cell transplant. The cells are specially designed to both recognize and kill cancer cells (through a CD19-targeting antibody) and fight three common viruses (…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New vaccine aims to shield transplant patients from deadly virus
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis phase II trial tests a vaccine designed to protect stem cell transplant recipients from cytomegalovirus (CMV), a common virus that can cause serious illness in people with weakened immune systems. The vaccine uses a modified, harmless virus to deliver three CMV proteins, tra…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New vaccine aims to train immune system against myeloma
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether a vaccine made from a protein called survivin can safely boost the immune system to fight multiple myeloma. The study involves 18 patients who have already responded to initial treatment and are taking lenalidomide as maintenance therapy. The …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Roswell Park Cancer Institute • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New vaccine aims to better protect blood cancer patients from COVID-19
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study tests a new COVID-19 vaccine (GEO-CM04S1) in 63 adults with blood cancers like leukemia or lymphoma who have had a stem cell transplant or cell therapy. The goal is to see if this vaccine triggers a stronger immune response than standard mRNA vaccines, potentially offe…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: GeoVax, Inc. • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Cancer vaccine aims to prevent leukemia relapse in older adults
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study tests a personalized vaccine made from a patient's own leukemia cells and immune cells. The goal is to see if the vaccine can help prevent the cancer from coming back after chemotherapy. It is for adults aged 55 and older with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who are in re…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Could cutting vitamin B6 boost cancer immunotherapy?
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests whether a diet very low in vitamin B6 can make immunotherapy work better for people with solid tumors. About 20 adults aged 18-80 will follow this special diet for 6 weeks while continuing their regular immunotherapy. The main goal is to check if the …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Experimental drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing whether combining two drugs—erlotinib and irinotecan—can safely treat advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard care. Erlotinib blocks signals that help cancer cells grow, while irinotecan is a chemotherapy drug that stops cancer …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Lower drug dose after transplant may cut infections without losing protection
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a lower dose of the drug cyclophosphamide, given after a stem cell transplant from a partially matched donor, can reduce serious infections in the first 100 days while still preventing graft-versus-host disease (a common complication where donor cells att…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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New hope for tough lymphoma: experimental drug CHO-H01 enters human trials
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called CHO-H01, alone or with lenalidomide, in people with non-Hodgkin lymphoma that has returned or not responded to prior treatments. The trial has two parts: first, finding a safe dose of CHO-H01 alone; second, testing the combination in l…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cho Pharma Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Cancer drug targets genetic weakness in advanced tumors
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests the drug olaparib in 329 people with advanced solid tumors that have certain DNA repair mutations (HRRm) or deficiencies (HRD). Participants have already tried standard treatments without success. The main goal is to see if olaparib can shrink tumors, wit…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for Hard-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing a new drug called zilovertamab vedotin (MK-2140), alone or with another drug nemtabrutinib, in about 189 people with several types of B-cell blood cancers that have come back or not responded to prior treatments. The main goals are to see if the trea…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New stem cell therapy aims to tame transplant complications
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new treatment called Orca-T for people with advanced blood cancers like leukemia. It uses a special mix of stem cells and immune cells from a donor to help the body accept the transplant while reducing serious side effects like graft-versus-host disease. The go…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Orca Biosystems, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Special blood storage could cut transfusions for cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether red blood cells stored with less oxygen (hypoxic RBCs) are safer and more effective than standard transfusions for people with blood cancers who need regular blood. About 24 adults with transfusion-dependent blood cancers will receive both types of blood …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hemanext • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple drug tame the dangerous side effects of CAR-T cancer therapy?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether giving the drug anakinra early can prevent severe cytokine release syndrome (CRS) in children and young adults with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) who are receiving CAR-T cell therapy. Participants receive anakinra at the first sign of fever,…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kevin McNerney • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug CHS-114 enters first human tests
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called CHS-114, alone or with another immunotherapy (toripalimab), in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see how the body handles th…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Coherus Oncology, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gentler chemo combo shows promise for older leukemia patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called blinatumomab, given as a shot under the skin, combined with low-intensity chemotherapy for people aged 60 and older (or younger adults who are not healthy enough for strong chemo) with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The goal is to see if this …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer drug pertuzumab tested for Long-Term use in extension trial
Disease control OngoingThis study gives continued access to the cancer drug pertuzumab (Perjeta) for people with solid tumors who were already benefiting from it in a previous Roche trial. About 154 participants will receive the drug every 3 weeks, alone or with other treatments, until their disease wo…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: drug targets DNA repair weakness
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing the drug talazoparib in people with advanced solid tumors that have specific mutations in DNA repair genes. Talazoparib works by blocking a protein called PARP, which cancer cells use to fix their damaged DNA, leading to cancer cell death. The study …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for leukemia patients: drug cocktail shows promise
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis phase II trial is testing whether adding the drug asciminib to standard treatment can improve outcomes for people newly diagnosed with Philadelphia chromosome positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ ALL). The study will enroll 55 participants and involves several phases o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: SWOG Cancer Research Network • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Tough-to-Treat leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests a combination of two targeted drugs, venetoclax and ibrutinib, in people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma. The study includes patients whose cancer has come back or is hard to treat, as well as some untreated patients…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on tough childhood leukemia in new trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new treatment called SJCAR19 for children and young adults up to age 21 whose B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) has come back or not responded to standard therapy. The treatment uses the patient's own immune cells, which are collected, modified in a lab…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental cancer combo targets Hard-to-Treat tumours
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a combination of two drugs—ceralasertib (a targeted therapy) and durvalumab (an immunotherapy)—in 14 Chinese patients with advanced solid tumours that have not responded to prior treatments. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose. Re…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called ICT01, a lab-made antibody, in 292 people with advanced cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is given alone or with another cancer drug (Keytruda). The main goals are to check safety and see if the drug ca…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: ImCheck Therapeutics, an Ipsen company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill shrink advanced tumors? a new drug steps into the spotlight
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental pill called SIM0532 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study is split into two parts: first, to find a safe dose, and then to see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow their gr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jiangsu Simcere Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug SG301 tested in blood cancer patients who have run out of options
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing a new drug called SG301 in about 61 people with blood cancers like multiple myeloma that have returned or not responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and find the best dose to use in future studies. Researche…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Hangzhou Sumgen Biotech Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smart drug home in on Hard-to-Treat cancers?
Disease control OngoingThis trial is testing an experimental drug called XNW27011 in people with advanced solid tumors, such as pancreatic, lung, ovarian, colorectal, biliary tract, stomach, or gastroesophageal junction cancer, that have not responded to or are not eligible for standard treatments. XNW…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Astellas Pharma Global Development, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to wipe out hidden leukemia cells in High-Risk patients
Disease control OngoingThis study is for people with high-risk chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) who have been on ibrutinib or acalabrutinib for at least a year but still have detectable disease. Researchers want to see if adding venetoclax for 12 cycles can clear remaining leukemia cells from the bon…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising combo targets tough leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new way to treat adults with a specific type of leukemia (Ph+ ALL) that has come back or not responded to treatment. The approach combines low-intensity chemotherapy with two targeted drugs, ponatinib and blinatumomab, to kill cancer cells and boost the immune …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Gene-Targeted pill turn the tide against a rare blood cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis trial is testing an oral drug called AG-120 (ivosidenib) in adults with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) or a related early form of leukemia that carries a specific IDH1 gene mutation. The drug is designed to block the mutated enzyme that drives abnormal blood cell growth. Res…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Groupe Francophone des Myelodysplasies • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to stop leukemia from coming back after transplant
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tests a drug called DR-18 in 40 adults with acute myeloid leukemia or myelodysplastic syndrome whose cancer returned or persisted after a stem cell transplant. DR-18 is a modified immune protein designed to boost the body's natural defenses against cancer c…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a targeted pill turn the tide against a bone marrow disorder?
Disease control OngoingThis trial is testing an oral drug called enasidenib (AG-221) in people with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) who have a specific genetic change called an IDH2 mutation. The drug is designed to block the mutated enzyme and help restore normal blood cell production. Participants rec…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Groupe Francophone des Myelodysplasies • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple-Drug attack aims to wipe out Hard-to-Treat leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of three drugs—atezolizumab, obinutuzumab, and venetoclax—in 50 adults with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), small lymphocytic lymphoma, or Richter syndrome that has returned or not responded to prior treatment. The goal is to see if the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for blood cancer patients: experimental drug BGB-16673 enters phase 3 trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial is testing an experimental oral drug called BGB-16673 against standard treatments (bendamustine plus rituximab or high-dose methylprednisolone plus rituximab) in 150 people with relapsed or refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymp…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests two oral drugs, olutasidenib and ziftomenib, together in 20 adults with a specific form of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has returned or not responded to treatment. The first part finds a safe dose; the second checks if that dose helps control the…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart drug hunts down hidden leukemia cells
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests inotuzumab ozogamicin, a drug that targets and kills leukemia cells carrying a specific marker (CD22). It enrolls 40 adults with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia who are in remission but still have minimal residual disease (MRD) — tiny amounts of canc…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising combo targets tough leukemia in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two drugs—venetoclax and vincristine—in people with T-cell or B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia that has returned or not responded to prior treatment. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combo can lead to remission. About 40 adul…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors?
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called JS107 in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study aims to find the safest dose and see how well the body tolerates JS107 when given alone or combined wit…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Junshi Bioscience Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill combo aims to outsmart leukemia in major trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial compares a new two-drug combination (sonrotoclax plus zanubrutinib) against a standard therapy (venetoclax plus obinutuzumab) in 652 adults with previously untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). The goal is to see which approach better delays disease pro…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat tumors
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase study tests a new drug, BI 1831169, given alone or with an immunotherapy (anti-PD-1 antibody) in adults with advanced solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery or have spread. The main goals are to find the highest safe dose and see if the treatment shrinks …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for MDS and AML
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two drugs, vorinostat and azacitidine, together in people with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) or acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The goal is to find the best dose and see if the combination is safe and effective. About 135 participants will take part in this early-…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets tough cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called MK-2870, either alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, in Japanese patients with advanced solid tumors or a type of lung cancer. The main goal is to check the safety and side effects of these treatments. About 30 people will …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New transplant recipe may tame Graft-Versus-Host disease in blood cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a specific timing of chemotherapy drugs (busulfan and fludarabine) before a donor stem cell transplant, followed by cyclophosphamide after the transplant, to treat high-risk blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma. The goal is to reduce the chance of the transpl…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New strategy cuts early deaths in rare leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis study tested a simplified care plan for people with acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL), a rare blood cancer. The goal was to see if following easy-to-use guidelines and getting support from APL experts could lower the number of deaths soon after starting treatment. About 200…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Cancer drug olaparib gets a makeover: which pill works best?
Disease control OngoingThis phase I trial tests two different oral forms of the cancer drug olaparib (AZD2281) in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to see how well the body absorbs each form. About 197 participants will receive both forms…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New pill takes aim at Hard-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early study tests a new drug called ABBV-101 in people with several types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that have come back or not responded to other treatments. The drug is a pill that targets a protein (BTK) involved in cancer growth. The main goals are to find a safe dose and s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New hope for older leukemia patients: targeted combo shows promise
Disease control OngoingThis study is for adults with a specific type of acute myeloid leukemia (CD123+ AML) who cannot receive standard strong chemotherapy. It tests a new drug, tagraxofusp, added to two other drugs (venetoclax and azacitidine) to see if it helps more people achieve complete remission.…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Stemline Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for older AML patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding the drug selinexor to standard chemotherapy can help older adults with untreated acute myeloid leukemia (AML) live longer and achieve remission. About 57 participants will receive either standard chemo alone or chemo plus selinexor, followed by mai…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Stem cell transplant or drug combo: which better prevents leukemia return in seniors?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests two strategies to keep acute myeloid leukemia (AML) from coming back in people aged 65 and older who have achieved remission after initial treatment. One group receives a stem cell transplant, while the other continues on a maintenance drug combination of azaciti…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug ONO-7428 enters first human tests for advanced cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called ONO-7428 in about 60 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and tolerable, and to find the right dose. Participants will receive the drug and be m…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Personalized cancer attack: new trial matches drugs to tumor genes
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether giving cancer drugs based on a tumor's genetic makeup can help people with advanced solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery or have spread. About 920 participants will receive a drug or drug combination tailored to their tumor's specific g…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill shows promise for Tough-to-Treat leukemias
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an oral drug called ONC201 in people whose acute leukemia or high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) has returned or not responded to standard treatments. The trial has two phases: Phase I finds the safest dose, and Phase II checks if the drug shrinks or control…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could dropping one drug make stem cell transplants safer?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether it is safe to remove one immune-suppressing drug, mycophenolate mofetil (MMF), from the standard treatment plan after a stem cell transplant for blood cancers. Sixty adults aged 18 to 75 will receive the transplant without MMF and be monitored for up t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ronald Paquette • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered t cells take on tough leukemia in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new cell therapy for adults with a hard-to-treat type of leukemia (ALL). Doctors take a patient's own white blood cells, add a special gene to help them find and kill cancer cells, and give them back after chemotherapy. The main goals are to check s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New radiation technique aims to protect lungs during stem cell transplants
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new way to deliver total body radiation before a stem cell transplant for people with acute leukemia or myelodysplastic syndrome. The goal is to reduce radiation to the lungs to prevent serious lung damage. Twenty participants will receive intensity…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill target Hard-to-Treat bile duct cancers? a new drug puts FGFR2 mutations to the test
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental oral drug, TYRA-200, in people with advanced bile duct cancer (intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma) and other solid tumors that have specific changes in the FGFR2 gene. The study aims to find a safe and effective dose and to see wheth…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Tyra Biosciences, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody combo shows promise for Tough-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental antibody called epcoritamab, which helps the immune system target and kill cancer cells. It is being tested alone or with other drugs in about 194 people with relapsed/refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or Richter's syndrome. The goal i…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genmab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New targeted therapy challenges standard chemo for younger CLL patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tested whether a combination of ibrutinib (a targeted drug) and rituximab works better than standard chemotherapy (FCR) for younger patients with untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma. About 529 people took part. The main goal was t…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody combo shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a new antibody called acasunlimab, alone or with other cancer drugs, in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study has two parts: first to find safe doses, then to see how well those doses work. About 429 participa…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genmab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody drug shows promise for Hard-to-Treat lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests an antibody called epcoritamab in 666 people with B-cell lymphoma that has come back or not responded to treatment. The drug is designed to help the immune system attack cancer cells. The study looks at safety, the right dose, and how well the drug works.
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genmab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple threat: new drug combo aims to beat CLL in younger patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial is testing whether adding venetoclax to a standard two-drug regimen (ibrutinib and obinutuzumab) helps younger patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) live longer without their cancer getting worse. The study involves 720 participants who have not yet …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: experimental PARP inhibitor enters human trials
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing an experimental drug called ACE-86225106 in adults with advanced solid tumors that are difficult to treat or have stopped responding to standard therapies. The drug works by blocking a protein that helps cancer cells repair themselves, potentially slowing or…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Acerand Therapeutics (Shanghai) Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New triple therapy could let some CLL patients stop treatment
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial compares the usual two-drug therapy (ibrutinib plus obinutuzumab) against a three-drug combo that adds venetoclax in older adults (65+) with untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia. The goal is to see if the extra drug keeps the cancer away longer and whether pa…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer drug brigimadlin tested for Long-Term use in solid tumour patients
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at the long-term safety of brigimadlin, a cancer drug taken as tablets, in adults with solid tumours who have already received at least 4 cycles of it in a previous study. About 90 participants will take the drug once every 3 weeks, and doctors will monitor their…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks Acalabrutinib's Real-World success in CLL patients
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 192 people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) in Spain who started taking acalabrutinib for the first time. Researchers want to see how many patients stay on the drug for at least 24 months and how it works in different groups, like those new to treatment …
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy drug blinatumomab aims to boost leukemia survival in major trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase III trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug blinatumomab to standard chemotherapy helps adults with a newly diagnosed type of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) live longer and stay cancer-free longer. About 488 participants are randomly assigned to rece…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for older leukemia patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tested a combination of the immunotherapy drug blinatumomab with either standard chemotherapy or dasatinib and prednisone in adults aged 65 and older with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). The goal was to see if the combination could improve survival and control the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot shows promise against tough lymphoma in japanese study
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a drug called epcoritamab in about 78 Japanese adults with B-cell lymphoma that has returned or not improved after standard treatment. The study has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, and then checking how well the drug works alone or with other chemotherapy.…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genmab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise against tough blood cancer in seniors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug (pembrolizumab) to standard chemotherapy (azacitidine and venetoclax) can improve outcomes for older adults with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who cannot have intensive chemo. About 60 participants will be rando…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests two drugs, veliparib and dinaciclib, in adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread and cannot be cured. The goal is to find the safest dose and understand side effects. About 121 participants will take part to see if this combination can slow …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with rare cancers: targeted drug selpercatinib tested in phase 2 trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests the drug selpercatinib in children and young adults (ages 1 to 21) with advanced cancers that have a specific genetic change called a RET alteration. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or stop them from growing. Only one participant has been…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer drug regorafenib gets a second chance in small continuation study
Disease control OngoingThis study allows people with solid tumors who are already taking the cancer drug regorafenib in another Bayer study to keep taking it after that study ends. The goal is to see how safe and tolerable the continued treatment is. Only 13 participants are enrolled, and they take the…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called BAY 1895344 combined with standard chemotherapy (irinotecan or topotecan) in people with advanced solid tumors, especially small cell lung cancer, poorly differentiated neuroendocrine cancer, and pancreatic cancer. The goal is to fin…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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DNA-Guided prescribing may shield young cancer patients from harmful drug reactions
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether analyzing a child's DNA before prescribing supportive care drugs can lower the risk of serious side effects. Children with cancer or those receiving a bone marrow transplant are randomly assigned to get either standard care or prescribing guided by their …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New targeted therapy combo takes on tough leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new targeted drug called pivekimab sunirine (PVEK) alongside a standard chemotherapy regimen (FLAG-Ida) in 30 adults with newly diagnosed, high-risk acute myeloid leukemia or related blood cancers. PVEK works like a smart bomb, attaching to a protei…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radioactive therapy targets stubborn leukemia in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new radioactive drug called [177Lu]Lu-PentixaTher in people with acute leukemia that has come back or not responded to standard treatments. The drug seeks out and delivers radiation directly to leukemia cells that have a specific marker (CXCR4). The main goals …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New chemo drug could mean fewer shots for kids with leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two forms of the chemotherapy drug asparaginase in 240 children and teens with acute lymphoblastic leukemia or lymphoblastic lymphoma. One drug (Oncaspar) is given every 2 weeks, while the new drug (SC-PEG) is given every 3 weeks and may last longer in the blo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill that starves tumors of oxygen help fight advanced cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called belzutifan in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. Belzutifan works by blocking a protein (HIF-2α) that tumors use to survive in low-oxygen conditions. The main goal is to f…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Peloton Therapeutics, Inc., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc. (Rahway, New Jersey USA) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Drug combo beat back Tough-to-Treat hairy cell leukemia?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding the antibody rituximab to either pentostatin or bendamustine can improve outcomes for people with hairy cell leukemia that has relapsed or not responded to standard treatments. Participants are randomly assigned to one of the two drug …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered donor cells aim to beat blood cancer without severe side effects
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new way to treat children and young adults with high-risk blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma. Doctors take blood cells from a family donor, remove certain T cells that can cause a harmful immune reaction, and then transplant the modified cells. The goal i…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets genetic weakness in Hard-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental oral drug called LY3410738 in people with advanced blood cancers such as acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) that have specific IDH1 or IDH2 gene mutations. The drug is designed to block the mutated IDH proteins that he…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Spinal injection of dual immunotherapy plus chemotherapy targets cancer spread to brain lining
Disease control OngoingThis phase I/II trial tests a combination of two drugs given directly into the spinal fluid for people with leptomeningeal metastasis, a condition where cancer spreads to the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. The drugs are QL1706, a bispecific antibody that blocks two…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Guangzhou Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered donor cells take aim at tough blood cancers in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tests a new type of immune cell therapy called WU-CART-007 for people with certain blood cancers, including acute myeloid leukemia and T-cell lymphoma, that have come back or not responded to treatment. The therapy uses donor cells that are genetically modi…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can pressurized oxygen boost cord blood transplants?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving patients hyperbaric oxygen (breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber) after an umbilical cord blood stem cell transplant helps the donated stem cells grow faster. The trial enrolls people with blood cancers like leukemia or lymphoma who lack …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could dead donors provide Life-Saving bone marrow?
Disease control OngoingThis early study is testing whether bone marrow from deceased donors can be safely used for transplants in people with blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma. Twelve patients will receive the transplant along with chemotherapy or radiation. The main goal is to see if the new ma…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ossium Health, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Targeted drug takes aim at NF1-Mutated cancers
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial is testing the drug trametinib in 50 people with advanced cancers that have a specific genetic change called an NF1 mutation. Trametinib blocks certain proteins that help cancer cells grow. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or stop them from get…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Targeted drug aims to stop blood cancer return after transplant
Disease control OngoingThis phase 1 trial tests whether the drug tagraxofusp can help prevent relapse in people with certain blood cancers (acute myeloid leukemia, myelodysplastic syndrome, myelofibrosis, or chronic myelomonocytic leukemia) who have recently received a stem cell transplant. Participant…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Karen Ballen, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug SHR-A2009 takes first steps against Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing an experimental drug called SHR-A2009 in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments or have no standard options. The main goals are to find a safe dose and to understand the drug's side effects and how t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Suzhou Suncadia Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for Hard-to-Treat leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a combination of three drugs—azacitidine, venetoclax, and pevonedistat—in adults newly diagnosed with a challenging form of acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The goal is to find the best dose and see if the combo can improve remission rates. About 40 part…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on Hard-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new treatment for people with B-cell cancers (like leukemia or lymphoma) that haven't improved with standard therapies. The approach uses a patient's own immune cells, which are modified in a lab to better recognize and attack cancer cells. The main…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Targeted drug aims to clear hidden leukemia before transplant
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether the targeted drug inotuzumab ozogamicin can eliminate minimal residual disease (MRD) in adults with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) before they receive a stem cell transplant. Participants have either Philadelphia chromosome-positive or -negativ…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gruppo Italiano Malattie EMatologiche dell'Adulto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Epigenetic drugs aim to stop cancer return after transplant in kids
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether adding two drugs—vorinostat and low-dose azacitidine—after a stem cell transplant can help prevent relapse in children with certain myeloid cancers. The study includes children aged 1 to 21 with acute myeloid leukemia or related conditions. Researchers ar…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug SG1827 enters first human tests for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug, SG1827, in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments or have no standard therapy available. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and get a first look at whether it c…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Hangzhou Sumgen Biotech Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Supercharged immune cells take on tough B-Cell cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new cell therapy called ANCHOR for people with B-cell lymphoma or leukemia that has returned or not responded to treatment. The therapy uses immune cells from a healthy donor that are engineered to recognize and attack cancer cells carrying the CD19…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in japanese patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called sacituzumab govitecan (Trodelvy) in Japanese patients with advanced solid tumors, including certain breast and bladder cancers. The trial has two phases: first, to find the safest dose, and second, to see how well the drug shrinks tumors. Participan…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lab-Grown stem cells could speed immune recovery in blood cancer transplants
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding lab-grown umbilical cord blood cells (dilanubicel) to a standard cord blood transplant helps people with blood cancers like leukemia recover their blood and immune cells faster. Participants receive chemotherapy and radiation to prepare the…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells get a boost: new combo therapy targets Hard-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new approach to treating certain blood cancers (like lymphoma and leukemia) that have come back or not responded to standard treatment. The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, engineered to recognize and attack cancer cells (SYNCAR-001), alon…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Synthekine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Oral chemotherapy candidate utidelone moves to human testing for advanced cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial evaluates the safety, tolerability, and how well the body absorbs utidelone in capsule form for people with advanced solid tumors, including metastatic breast cancer. The study has three parts: finding the safest dose, comparing the capsule to the injected …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Beijing Biostar Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New immunotherapy targets tough pancreatic cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental immunotherapy called ELI-002 7P in people with pancreatic or other solid tumors that have specific KRAS or NRAS gene mutations. The treatment aims to train the immune system to attack cancer cells. About 158 participants will receive t…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Elicio Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to outsmart leukemia in older patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial is testing whether adding a targeted drug called inotuzumab ozogamicin to standard chemotherapy can help older adults with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia or lymphoma. The study compares the combination to standard chemo alone in 68 participants. The goal …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Targeted drug palbociclib tested against cancers with specific genetic flaw
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial is testing the drug palbociclib in 40 patients whose advanced cancers have extra copies of the CCND1, 2, or 3 genes. Palbociclib blocks proteins that help cancer cells grow. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or stop them from growing. The study …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug duo aims to tackle rare leukemia
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis phase 2 trial is testing a combination of two drugs, rituximab and zanubrutinib, in people with hairy cell leukemia or its variant. The goal is to see if this treatment can shrink or eliminate the cancer. Participants take zanubrutinib pills daily and receive rituximab infus…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Bnai Zion Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug COH29 targets tumor growth enzyme in advanced cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental drug called COH29 in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments or have no standard therapy available. COH29 works by blocking an enzyme that cancer cells need to grow and multiply. The main g…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New immunotherapy combo tested in kids with Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing two immunotherapy drugs, durvalumab and tremelimumab, in children and teens up to age 17 with advanced solid tumors or blood cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The first part finds the safest dose, and the second part checks if the drugs…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental combo targets hard-to-treat blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests two drugs—guadecitabine and atezolizumab—together in adults with myelodysplastic syndrome or chronic myelomonocytic leukemia that has come back or not responded to prior therapy. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination can shrin…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New oral drug targets Tough-to-Treat leukemia
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tests an experimental oral drug called GB3226 in adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has come back or not responded to treatment. The drug works by blocking two pathways that help leukemia cells grow. The study aims to find a safe dose and check f…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Galecto Biotech AB • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Supercharged immune cells take aim at childhood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new type of immunotherapy for people with cancers that have returned or not responded to treatment, such as neuroblastoma, sarcoma, and certain other solid tumors. The treatment uses a patient's own T cells, which are genetically modified to recognize a protein…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to improve remission in older leukemia patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase I trial tests the safety of adding ruxolitinib to a standard combination of dasatinib and dexamethasone for adults aged 40 and older with newly diagnosed Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ ALL). The study starts with a low dose of ruxoli…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to stop cancer return after transplant
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called blinatumomab given after a stem cell transplant to help prevent relapse in people with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia or B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma. About 44 participants will receive the drug as maintenance therapy. The goal is to see if it i…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radioactive antibody hones in on cancer cells to boost transplant success
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether adding a radioactive antibody (90Y-DOTA-anti-CD25 basiliximab) to standard chemotherapy and targeted radiation can better prepare the bone marrow for a stem cell transplant in people with high-risk acute leukemia or myelodysplastic syndrome. The antibody …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with KRAS mutation
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two oral drugs, D-1553 and IN10018, in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic change called KRAS G12C. The goal is to find the best dose and see if the combination can shrink tumors or slow their growth. About 140 adults w…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: InxMed (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered t cells with a kill switch aim to make stem cell transplants safer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new approach for people receiving a stem cell transplant from a partially matched family donor. The donor's immune cells (T cells) are modified in the lab to include a 'suicide gene' that can be activated by a drug if the cells attack the patient's body, causin…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for older leukemia patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tested a combination of two drugs, azacitidine and gemtuzumab ozogamicin, in 133 older adults (age 60+) with untreated acute myeloid leukemia. The goal was to see how well the treatment could put the cancer into remission and improve survival. The approach uses chemoth…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New attack plan for rare leukemia: CAR-T cells + stem cell transplant
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new treatment for a rare and aggressive blood cancer called primary plasma cell leukemia. The approach combines chemotherapy, a stem cell transplant, and two infusions of specially engineered immune cells (CAR-T cells) that target the cancer. The goal is to see…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Institute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for slowing lymphoma growth
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two drugs, ixazomib and rituximab, in people with slow-growing B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma. The goal is to see how well the drugs shrink or control the cancer. About 33 adults with different types of this lymphoma are taking part.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Suicide Gene-Equipped t cells aim to make stem cell transplants safer
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether specially modified T cells from a partially matched donor can help patients recover their immune system faster after a stem cell transplant. The T cells are engineered with a 'suicide gene' that allows doctors to destroy them if they cause graft-versus-ho…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Precision radiation may boost stem cell transplant success in tough leukemias
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a precise radiation method called total marrow and lymphoid irradiation (TMLI) given with two chemotherapy drugs (etoposide and cyclophosphamide) before a donor stem cell transplant. The goal is to safely deliver higher radiation doses to the bone marrow to wipe …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at tough childhood leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis trial investigates a new type of immunotherapy called CAR T-cell therapy that targets two proteins, CD19 and CD22, found on B-cell leukemia cells. The therapy is given along with chemotherapy to children and young adults whose leukemia has come back or has not responded to s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tackle Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests a combination of two drugs, neratinib and valproate, in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The first part finds the safest dose, and the second part focuses on cancers with a RAS mutation, like certain colon and panc…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy targets rare blood cancer in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests the safety of combining two drugs, moxetumomab pasudotox and rituximab, for people with hairy cell leukemia that has not responded to standard treatment. About 18 adults will receive up to 8 cycles of the drugs through an IV. The main goal is to find …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Childhood leukaemia trial seeks best chemo cocktail
Disease control OngoingThis trial investigates the best way to treat children with acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) by comparing different chemotherapy drugs and doses. It tests whether adding up to three doses of the targeted drug gemtuzumab ozogamicin to standard chemo is safe and effective. The study a…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer-Killing virus injected directly into tumors shows promise in Mid-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a virus called AdAPT-001 that is injected directly into tumors to kill cancer cells. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The trial will check if the virus is safe and whether it works better when combined wi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: EpicentRx, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Leukemia trial pulled before it started: safer transplant prep remains untested
Disease control TerminatedThis trial was designed to test a milder conditioning regimen using a radioactive antibody (90Y-Epratuzumab) followed by chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant for adults with CD22-positive B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The goal was to find the safest dose that still cont…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New combo aims to boost survival in older AML patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial compares a two-drug combination (pevonedistat plus azacitidine) against azacitidine alone in 302 older or unfit adults newly diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who cannot have standard intensive chemotherapy. The main goal is to see if the combination …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: PETHEMA Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New drug combo aims to outsmart resistant cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug, ASTX660, combined with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab in people with advanced solid tumors, including cervical and triple-negative breast cancers. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can boost the immune system to fight canc…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Institute of Cancer Research, United Kingdom • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could a targeted pill boost chemo for a tough blood cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing whether adding the targeted drug venetoclax to standard chemotherapy can safely treat adults newly diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). About 50 participants will receive the combination to find the best dose and see how many achieve remi…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a targeted drug boost chemo for hard-to-treat blood cancers?
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tested whether adding veliparib (a targeted drug) to standard chemotherapy (topotecan and carboplatin) helps people with advanced myeloproliferative disorders, acute myeloid leukemia, or chronic myelomonocytic leukemia. The study enrolled 25 adults whose cance…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New antibody drug takes on advanced tumors in first human trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental drug called IPH5301, which targets a protein called CD73 on cancer cells. The study involves 27 people with advanced solid tumors, including breast, lung, and pancreatic cancers. In the first part, IPH5301 is given alone to find a safe…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Institut Paoli-Calmettes • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for blood cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called BGB-11417 (sonrotoclax) in people with B-cell blood cancers that have come back or not responded to treatment. The goal is to find the safest dose and see how well it works alone or combined with other drugs. About 437 adults will ta…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Engineered virus targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis early-phase trial tests an experimental virus-based treatment called IDOV-Immune in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The virus is designed to infect and destroy cancer cells while leaving healthy cells alone. The study fo…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to boost immune attack on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two immunotherapy drugs, durvalumab and monalizumab, in about 383 adults with advanced solid tumors, including colorectal cancer. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can shrink tumors. Some participants also receive standard chemotherapy or other ta…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: MedImmune LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to improve leukemia treatment in young adults
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis clinical trial compares three different chemotherapy regimens for young adults (ages 18-65) newly diagnosed with low-risk acute myeloid leukemia (AML). One regimen includes a new drug called lisaftoclax combined with standard chemotherapy drugs. The study aims to see which c…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New targeted therapy hopes to shrink Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called mirvetuximab soravtansine in Japanese patients with advanced ovarian cancer or other solid tumors that have a specific protein (folate receptor alpha). The drug is designed to target and kill cancer cells while sparing healthy ones. The trial has tw…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to boost survival in aggressive leukemia
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests three different chemotherapy regimens in 450 young adults (ages 15-65) with intermediate- or high-risk acute myeloid leukemia (AML). All regimens include the experimental drug lisaftoclax plus standard chemotherapies. The main goal is to see which combination lea…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a children's chemo recipe help adults with leukemia? early trial adds venetoclax to the mix.
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether adding venetoclax to a chemotherapy regimen originally designed for children is safe and effective for adults under 60 with newly diagnosed acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). The study involves 12 participants and focuses on finding the right…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with resistant tumors: drug combo enters safety trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a combination of two drugs, avutometinib and defactinib, in children and young adults (ages 3 to 30) with advanced or recurrent solid tumors that have specific genetic changes. The main goal is to find the safest dose with the fewest side effects. The…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New cocktail therapy aims to beat back stubborn leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of six drugs, called the Beach regimen, in 32 adults with relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The goal is to see if this mix can bring about remission and improve survival. Participants receive the drugs in a specific schedu…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Liping Dou • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Triple-Drug cocktail shows promise against CLL
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a combination of three drugs—obinutuzumab, ibrutinib, and venetoclax—for people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) that has come back, not responded to treatment, or is newly diagnosed. The goal is to find the best dose and see how well the combination …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kerry Rogers • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at returning blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests the safety of giving patients modified immune cells from a donor to fight B-cell leukemia or lymphoma that has come back after a stem cell or organ transplant. The cells are designed to target a protein called CD19 on cancer cells. Only 19 patients ar…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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New hope for tough leukemia: Triple-Drug attack under study
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called navtemadlin (KRT-232) combined with two standard drugs (decitabine and venetoclax) for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has come back, not responded to treatment, or is newly diagnosed. The main goal is to find the safes…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Gentler chemo approach shows promise for tough blood cancers in older patients
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether lower doses of the chemotherapy drug CPX-351 can help older patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) that have come back or not responded to other treatments. The goal is to control the disease while being gentler o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Immunotherapy boosts chemo to wipe out hidden leukemia cells
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab to standard chemotherapy helps people with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) achieve a deeper remission. About 49 participants will receive either chemo alone or chemo plus pembrolizumab. The …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Promising combo offers hope for older AML patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 study tested whether adding venetoclax to azacitidine helps people with untreated acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who cannot receive standard chemotherapy. About 443 adults took part, with two-thirds receiving the drug combo and one-third getting a placebo plus azacitid…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Experimental cell therapy aims to fight advanced cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis study was designed to test a new treatment called GT307 for people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or come back after standard therapy. GT307 uses a patient's own immune cells (tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes) to attack the cancer. The main goals were to check saf…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Grit Biotechnology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New immunotherapy flotetuzumab tested in kids with Tough-to-Treat leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing a drug called flotetuzumab in children and young adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has returned or not responded to standard treatment. Flotetuzumab is an immunotherapy designed to help the body's immune cells find and attack cancer c…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Children's Oncology Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New pill shows promise against Hard-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called orelabrutinib in people with B-cell malignancies, such as certain lymphomas and leukemias. The drug works by blocking a protein that helps cancer cells grow. The trial has two parts: first finding the safest dose, then seeing how well it shrinks…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Beijing InnoCare Pharma Tech Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Supercharged immune cells take on childhood leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests the safety of giving patients their own genetically modified T-cells to fight relapsed B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The study includes children and young adults up to age 26 whose leukemia has returned or is hard to treat. The modified T-cells…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Engineered T-Cells take on childhood leukemia in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether a child's own immune cells, genetically modified to recognize and attack leukemia cells, are safe and can be given in the right dose. Six children and young adults with CD19-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia that has returned after treatme…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Seattle Children's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New cancer drug injected into tumors shows promise in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis early study tests a new drug called BI 3923948, given as injections into the tumor, either alone or with a checkpoint inhibitor (ezabenlimab) given by IV. It includes about 60 adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread and are not responding to other treatments. The …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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CLL breakthrough: shorter treatment may be safer and just as effective
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) can safely stop taking acalabrutinib and obinutuzumab once their cancer responds very well, instead of continuing treatment indefinitely. The goal is to reduce serious side…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Promising leukemia combo trial pulled before it began
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to find a safe dose of revumenib when given with standard chemotherapy drugs for children and young adults with acute leukemia. It was designed for patients with certain genetic markers. However, the trial was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so n…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Immune cells take on brain cancer in first human test
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new treatment for people with a rare and hard-to-treat type of lymphoma that has spread to the brain or spinal cord. The therapy uses the patient's own immune cells, modified to target two markers (CD19 and CD22) on cancer cells, and is given throug…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Hrain Biotechnology Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on stubborn leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a treatment using a patient's own immune cells, modified to find and attack cancer cells that carry a marker called CD19. It is for people with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia that has not responded to standard treatments or has come back. The goal is to see …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New infusion strategy aims to keep CAR t cells fighting leukemia longer
Disease control OngoingThis pilot study tests whether giving special immune cells called T-APCs after CAR T cell therapy can help the CAR T cells persist longer in the body and prevent leukemia from returning. It involves 30 children and young adults with relapsed or refractory CD19+ leukemia who have …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Seattle Children's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New hope for tough leukemia: drug combo trial targets older and relapsed patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding the drug venetoclax to standard chemotherapy can help treat acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). It includes older adults (60+) with newly diagnosed ALL and adults (18+) whose leukemia has come back or not responded to treatment. The goal is to find…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Gene test may help pick better donors for leukemia patients
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether choosing stem cell donors based on certain genes (KIR) in addition to standard matching can reduce the chance of leukemia returning after a bone marrow transplant. About 511 people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) are taking part. Doctors will test do…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to prevent transplant complications in blood cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding the drug itacitinib to the usual two-drug regimen (cyclophosphamide and tacrolimus) can better prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in people receiving stem cell transplants for blood cancers. GVHD is a serious complication where donor cells at…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Donor stem cell transplant shows promise for tough blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a stem cell transplant from a matched unrelated donor for people with advanced blood cancers or blood disorders. Patients get chemotherapy and radiation before the transplant to prepare their body, then take drugs to prevent the donor cells from attacking their o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can a special diet help kids with leukemia stay healthier during treatment?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether children and teens being treated for acute lymphoblastic leukemia can follow a low-glycemic (low-sugar) diet for six months. The goal is to see if this diet is practical and helps manage weight during cancer treatment. About 88 participants will track …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New 'Sandwich' strategy aims to stop leukemia relapse after CAR-T
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests a new treatment plan for teenagers and adults with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Patients receive immunotherapy before a stem cell transplant using their own cells, followed by a CD22/CD19 CAR-T 'sandwich' to reduce the risk of relapse. The study a…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for Hard-to-Treat leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tested a combination of three immunotherapy drugs (blinatumomab, nivolumab, and ipilimumab) in 28 adults with a severe form of B-cell leukemia that had returned or not responded to prior treatments. The main goal was to find safe doses and identify side eff…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Immune cell booster for leukemia patients pulled before start
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to see if giving special immune cells (γδ T cells) after a stem cell transplant could help prevent leukemia from coming back in high-risk patients. It was planned for adults aged 18-65 with acute myeloid leukemia. However, the study was withdrawn before any parti…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Guangzhou Bio-gene Technology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New 'Sandwich' strategy aims to stop leukemia relapse
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new treatment plan for adults with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) who cannot or choose not to have a donor stem cell transplant. The approach uses a 'sandwich' strategy: first, patients receive two types of CAR T-cells (targeting CD22 and CD19), th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New hope for adults with rare leukemia: drug combo shows promise in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing whether adding the drug venetoclax to a chemotherapy regimen originally designed for children can be safe and effective for adults aged 18-54 with a specific, aggressive form of B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph-like ALL). The study will en…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for genetic subtype of leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests two new targeted drugs (AG-120 and AG-221) given alongside standard chemotherapy for people with a specific genetic form of acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The study includes about 153 adults with newly diagnosed AML that has an IDH1 or IDH2 mutation. T…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Institut de Recherches Internationales Servier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise against tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called MEDI5752, given alone or with chemotherapy, in adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug can shrink tumors. About 400 p…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: MedImmune LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New vaccine aims to shield leukemia patients from COVID-19
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests a new COVID-19 booster vaccine (GEO-CM04S1) in 80 people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). The goal is to see if this vaccine triggers a stronger immune response than standard mRNA boosters. Participants will receive either the new vaccine or a sta…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New hope for elderly leukemia patients: which chemo works best?
Disease control OngoingThis study aims to find the safest and most effective initial chemotherapy for older adults (60-75) newly diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia who can handle strong treatment. About 90 participants will be randomly assigned to one of two drug combinations or a standard treatment…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Virus therapy takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called EM-I-2024, made from a modified enterovirus, in 24 adults with advanced solid tumors that cannot be surgically removed and have not responded to other treatments. The drug is given either intravenously or directly into the artery fee…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Medical Research Radiological Centre of the Ministry of Health of Russia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Promising leukemia combo trial pulled before it even started
Disease control TerminatedThis trial aimed to test a new drug called CM313, a CD38-targeting antibody, combined with a chemotherapy regimen inspired by pediatric treatments for adults newly diagnosed with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (T-ALL). The goal was to see if the combination could improve rem…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Institute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New chemo cocktail aims to boost survival in elderly leukemia patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests two different chemotherapy combinations in adults aged 60-75 with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). One group gets a standard drug combo plus venetoclax (DAV/IAV), while the other gets a newer combo with homoharringtonine (HAV). The goal is to see which regim…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Institute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New drug combo aims for long remission in untreated CLL patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether combining zanubrutinib (a BTK inhibitor) with rituximab (an antibody) can help control chronic lymphocytic leukemia or small lymphocytic lymphoma in people who have not had treatment before. About 60 participants will receive the combination, and research…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Blood cancer drug venetoclax gets Long-Term safety check
Disease control OngoingThis study gives venetoclax to people with certain blood cancers who already benefited from it in earlier studies. The main goal is to track side effects and safety over a longer period. About 165 participants will continue taking the drug to see how well it works and how safe it…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New drug duo aims to outsmart stubborn cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a combination of two drugs—guadecitabine and pembrolizumab—in about 60 people with advanced solid tumours (like lung cancer) that no longer respond to standard therapies. The main goal is to find the safest dose and check for side effects. Researchers…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Drug combo shows promise in early ovarian cancer trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests two oral cancer drugs, niraparib and neratinib, given together. The first part aims to find the safest dose in people with advanced solid tumors. The second part checks if that dose can keep platinum-resistant ovarian cancer from growing for at least …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New combo therapy for AML enters early human testing
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called cusatuzumab alongside usual treatments for adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who cannot have intensive chemotherapy. The main goal is to check the safety and side effects of the combination. About 61 participants will receive …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: OncoVerity, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New vaccine trial aims to train immune system against leukemia after transplant
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a custom-made cancer vaccine (DC/AML fusion vaccine) for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who have recently had a stem cell transplant. The vaccine is designed to teach the body's immune cells to recognize and attack remaining leukemia cells. …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New hope for kids with down syndrome and leukemia: asia-wide study tests tailored chemo
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a chemotherapy plan specially designed for children with Down syndrome who have a new diagnosis of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). The treatment uses lower doses of certain drugs to reduce side effects while still fighting the cancer. About 60 children a…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Hospital Organization Nagoya Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: DB-1305 enters human trials
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called DB-1305/BNT325 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if it can shrink tumors. About 1,100 participants will take part in this early-phase trial.
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: DualityBio Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New hope for hard-to-treat blood cancers: experimental drug imetelstat tested in phase 2 trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called imetelstat in 46 adults with high-risk myelodysplastic syndromes or acute myeloid leukemia that did not improve after standard therapy. The goal is to see if the drug can improve blood cell counts and control the disease. Participants …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: GCP-Service International West GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Off-the-Shelf CAR-T cells take on tough blood cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tests a universal (donor-derived) CAR-T cell therapy called UWD-19 for people with B-cell lymphoma or leukemia that has come back or not responded to treatment. Up to 30 participants will receive a single infusion of these cells after chemotherapy, along wi…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Wondercel Biotech (ShenZhen) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Promising leukemia combo study pulled before starting
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to find safe doses of two experimental drugs (lisaftoclax and pelcitoclax) combined with standard FLAG chemotherapy for adults with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia that returned or didn't respond to treatment. The trial was withdrawn before enrolling any part…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New drug ZW191 targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called ZW191 in people with advanced solid tumors, including ovarian, endometrial, and non-small cell lung cancers. The drug is designed to target a protein on cancer cells and deliver a toxic payload. The main goals are to check safety, fi…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Zymeworks BC Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Engineered immune cells show promise against hard-to-treat leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new treatment for adults with a specific type of leukemia (Philadelphia chromosome-positive B-ALL). The treatment uses a patient's own immune cells that are modified in a lab to find and attack cancer cells. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and can h…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could a cancer drug tame a blood disorder?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests the drug acalabrutinib in people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) who also have a blood condition called autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) that has come back or not responded to treatment. The study aims to see if acalabrutinib can control the ane…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New trial aims to stop leukemia relapse after transplant
Disease control OngoingThis trial compares two different chemotherapy and radiation regimens given before a stem cell transplant for adults aged 40-70 with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in remission. The goal is to see if a stronger regimen (using total body irradiation and cyclophosphamide) can r…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Promising leukemia drug tested as maintenance after transplant in kids
Disease control TerminatedThis study was designed to test the safety and best dose of the drug revumenib in children and young adults with certain types of leukemia (ALL, AML, or mixed phenotype) after they have received a stem cell transplant. The goal was to see if revumenib could help prevent the cance…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Children's Oncology Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New drug LP-184 tested on tough cancers: hope for Late-Stage patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called LP-184 in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow their growth. About 64 participants will receive the drug as an…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Lantern Pharma Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New hope for older blood cancer patients: smarter transplants aim to cut relapse
Disease control OngoingThis clinical trial is testing different treatment strategies to improve outcomes for older adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) who are getting a stem cell transplant. The study compares a new pre-transplant drug (Vyxeos) with stan…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New cocktail of cancer drugs shows promise in early leukemia trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing whether adding the drug venetoclax to a standard treatment regimen can help adults with a specific type of leukemia (Philadelphia chromosome-positive ALL). The study involves 20 participants and aims to find the safest dose of venetoclax when com…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New stem cell method shows promise for young blood cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new way to do stem cell transplants for children and young adults (up to age 22) with blood cancers like leukemia. Doctors remove certain immune cells from donated stem cells to lower the risk of graft-versus-host disease, a serious complication. The goal is to…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Julie-An M. Talano • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Shorter treatment course may ease side effects for AML patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new way of giving two drugs—venetoclax and azacitidine—to adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who are not healthy enough for standard chemotherapy. Instead of the usual 7 days of azacitidine, this approach uses only 5 days per cycle to try to reduce infect…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Leipzig • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New pill shows promise for Hard-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental oral drug called APG-2575 in people with relapsed or refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). The main goal is to check the drug's safety and find the best dose. About 74 participants will take…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Ascentage Pharma Group Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New pill plus chemo shows promise in early AML trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a new targeted drug called sonrotoclax (taken as a pill) combined with standard chemotherapy in 47 adults newly diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The treatment plan is adjusted based on each patient's genetic risk and response. The goal is to s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New pill shows promise for tough blood cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests an oral drug called MK-1026 in 12 Chinese adults with blood cancers (like lymphoma or leukemia) that returned or didn't respond to prior therapies. The main goals are to check the drug's safety and how the body processes it. Researchers will also look…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Major CLL trial tests which drug combo works best for new patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial compares three treatment approaches for people with previously untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL): continuous ibrutinib alone, a fixed-duration combination of venetoclax plus obinutuzumab, or a fixed-duration combination of ibrutinib plus venetoclax. …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: German CLL Study Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Experimental cell therapy for advanced gynecological cancers halted before start
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to test an experimental treatment called GT316, made from a patient's own immune cells (tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes), for advanced gynecological cancers. The goal was to check the safety and side effects of this cell therapy. However, the study was withdrawn b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Grit Biotechnology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Tiny paclitaxel particles aim to hit tumors harder
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new form of the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel, called FID-007, in 50 people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to other treatments. The drug is wrapped in a special polymer to make it smaller, which may help it reach deeper into …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Engineered t cells take aim at Hard-to-Treat leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new approach for adults with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) that has returned or not responded to standard treatment. Researchers take a patient's own T cells, modify them in the lab to recognize and attack leukemia cells, and infuse th…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New hope for older leukemia patients: targeted pill shows promise
Disease control OngoingThis phase II study tests a daily pill called PCI-32765 (ibrutinib) in 86 people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia or small lymphocytic lymphoma who are over 65 or have a specific genetic change (17p deletion). These groups often do not respond well to standard chemotherapy. Part…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Promising drug for immunotherapy side effects never tested: trial withdrawn
Disease control TerminatedThis phase II trial aimed to test the drug itacitinib in people with severe side effects from cancer immunotherapy that did not get better with steroids. The goal was to see if itacitinib could calm the overactive immune response causing these side effects. However, the study was…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Douglas Johnson • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New safety check for Kids' leukemia drug BESPONSA
Disease control OngoingThis study is checking the safety of the drug BESPONSA in children under 18 with a type of blood cancer called acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL). The 10 participants have already been treated and are being watched for side effects, especially liver problems. The goal is to better …
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to boost immunotherapy in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding an experimental drug called NP137 to standard immunotherapy (PD-1/PD-L1 blockers) can help shrink or control advanced solid tumors that are stable or resistant to treatment alone. About 57 adults with various advanced cancers will receive the combi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Centre Leon Berard • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a One-Time immune cell infusion help older leukemia patients avoid harsh chemo?
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a personalized cell therapy for adults aged 60 and older with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) who are in first remission. Researchers take a patient's own immune cells, modify them in the lab to recognize and attack leukemia cells, and infus…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat blood cancers: pirtobrutinib takes on standard therapy
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 study compares a new oral drug called pirtobrutinib (LOXO-305) against two standard treatment combinations (idelalisib plus rituximab or bendamustine plus rituximab) in 238 adults with chronic lymphocytic leukemia or small lymphocytic lymphoma who have already been t…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Loxo Oncology, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Italian study tracks how long CLL patients stay on acalabrutinib in daily practice
Disease control OngoingThis observational study follows 151 Italian adults with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) who started taking acalabrutinib between May 2021 and April 2022. Researchers want to see how long patients continue the drug and why they might stop, providing real-world insights beyond …
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New combo therapy offers hope for tough leukemia cases
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new treatment for adults with a type of leukemia (T-ALL) that has come back or not responded to standard therapy. The treatment combines an immunotherapy drug (PD-1 inhibitor) with a targeted drug (venetoclax) and chemotherapy. The goal is to see if this combin…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Fujian Medical University Union Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New drug duo takes on advanced cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two experimental drugs, AK127 and AK112, together in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety and see if the combination can shrink tumors. About 216 adults aged 18 to 75 with good perfor…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Akeso • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New strategy aims to boost chemo power in childhood leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether giving a short course of azacitidine or decitabine before standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes for children with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The study enrolls 206 participants and focuses on tolerability, changes in DNA me…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New hope for tough leukemia: drug cocktail targets resistant cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a three-drug combination (navitoclax, venetoclax, and decitabine) in adults and teens with acute myeloid leukemia that returned or didn't respond to previous treatment. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combo can shrink or control the…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Off-the-Shelf cell therapy takes on tough blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental therapy called NKX019 for people with certain blood cancers (like lymphoma and leukemia) that have come back or not responded to standard treatments. NKX019 uses donor immune cells (natural killer cells) that are engineered to fin…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Nkarta, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New cancer drug ALK-N001 enters early human testing
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called ALK-N001 in people with advanced solid tumors, including esophageal, lung, and stomach cancers. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see how the drug moves through the body. Only 16 participants were enrolled,…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Zhejiang Anglikang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New pill targets gene flaws in hard-to-treat bile duct cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called CGT4859 in people with bile duct cancer or other advanced solid tumors that have specific changes in the FGFR2 or FGFR3 genes. The drug is designed to block these faulty genes and slow tumor growth. About 110 adults who have already tr…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cogent Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New combo aims to keep leukemia away after remission
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether adding venetoclax to standard chemotherapy (cytarabine) can help adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) stay in remission longer. About 232 participants who are already in remission will receive either the combination or chemo alone. The main goal is to…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Guangdong Second Provincial General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New combo aims to boost remission in leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis pilot phase 2 study tests a combination of ibrutinib (taken daily) and a short course of fludarabine (given in cycles 3 and 4) in 29 patients with previously untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia or small lymphocytic lymphoma. The goal is to see how many patients achieve a …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Custom-Made cancer vaccine shows promise in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a personalized immunotherapy called MVX-ONCO-2 for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The vaccine is made from the patient's own tumor cells and aims to boost the immune system to fight the cancer. The st…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Geneva • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Stem cell study to prevent transplant complications pulled before start
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a special type of stem cell (hAESC) could safely prevent acute graft-versus-host disease in people receiving a stem cell transplant for blood cancer. It was designed for adults at high risk of this complication. However, the study was withdrawn before a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New transplant method aims to reduce dangerous immune reactions
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a stem cell transplant method for people with blood cancers like leukemia or lymphoma. The approach uses chemotherapy, total body radiation, and a drug called cyclophosphamide after the transplant to prevent graft-versus-host disease, where donor cells attack the…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Roswell Park Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Engineered t cells take on tough leukemia and lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a two-part treatment for people with relapsed or chemotherapy-resistant B-cell leukemia or lymphoma. First, patients receive a chemotherapy drug (cyclophosphamide) to help prepare the body. Then, they get an infusion of their own T cells that have bee…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Cancer patients get continued access to promising drug
Disease control OngoingThis study allows people with advanced cancers who are already benefiting from the drug ribociclib in a previous Novartis trial to keep receiving it. The goal is to provide continued access and monitor how long they stay on treatment and any side effects. Only 22 patients are enr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New drug ibrutinib shows promise for Hard-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests the drug ibrutinib in 154 people with relapsed or refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL), or B-cell prolymphocytic leukemia (B-PLL). Participants take ibrutinib pills daily for 28-day cycles. The main goal is to se…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kami Maddocks, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New combo shows promise for Tough-to-Treat leukemia
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a combination of three drugs (homoharringtonine, venetoclax, and azacitidine) in 40 adults newly diagnosed with a rare and aggressive leukemia called mixed-phenotype acute leukemia (MPAL). The goal is to see if this drug combo can safely help more patients achiev…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Guangdong Second Provincial General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Younger donors may improve stem cell transplant success for leukemia patients
Disease control OngoingThis study compares stem cell transplants from two types of donors for people with leukemia or myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS): younger non-family members (age 40 or under) and older first-degree relatives (over 50). The goal is to see which donor leads to better overall survival…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Armored immune cells take on tough blood cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests the safety of specially engineered immune cells (armored CAR T cells) in people with certain blood cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The cells are made from the patient's own blood and designed to better target and attack cancer …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New drug combo aims to outsmart tough leukemia without chemo
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding blinatumomab (an immunotherapy) to standard targeted therapy (dasatinib) can improve treatment for adults with Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ ALL). The goal is to achieve a deep molecular response without…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Could a probiotic help stem cell transplant recovery?
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether a probiotic called CBM588 is safe and can improve outcomes in 36 patients who have received a donor stem cell transplant. The probiotic aims to increase healthy gut bacteria and reduce gut-related side effects like diarrhea and colon inflammat…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Parent stem cells offer new hope for kids with blood cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new way to do stem cell transplants for 20 children with blood cancers or myelodysplasia who don't have a perfect donor match. Doctors remove certain immune cells from a parent's partially matched stem cells before transplant to help the new cells grow faster a…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Nationwide Children's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New drug shows promise for stubborn cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called 9-ING-41, given alone or with chemotherapy, in adults with cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can help control the disease. About 350 people with various advanced cancers, including…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Actuate Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Keytruda takes on genetic weak spots in advanced tumors
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether pembrolizumab (Keytruda) can shrink or control advanced solid tumors that have certain gene mutations (BRCA1, BRCA2, POLE, POLD1). The study enrolled 21 adults with cancers that have spread or come back. Researchers measure how many patients see t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New Two-Drug immune attack launched against tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests two experimental immunotherapy drugs — botensilimab and balstilimab — alone and together in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and look for ea…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Agenus Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New hope for kids with relapsed AML: targeted drug combo trial opens
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called quizartinib, given with chemotherapy, for children and young adults (ages 1 month to 21 years) whose acute myeloid leukemia (AML) has returned or not responded to treatment. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can help co…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Daiichi Sankyo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Can a pill keep blood cancer away after transplant?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 1 trial tests whether the oral drug Inqovi (decitabine/cedazuridine) can help prevent myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) or chronic myelomonocytic leukemia (CMML) from returning after a stem cell transplant. About 22 adults who have had a reduced-intensity transplant will …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Precision radiation may boost second stem cell transplants for relapsed blood cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tests a precise type of radiation (IMTMI) given with chemotherapy before a second donor stem cell transplant for people with advanced blood cancers that have returned. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if it can reduce side effects and prevent the…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New hope for older leukemia patients: drug may keep cancer away after transplant
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests whether the drug ruxolitinib can help prevent acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) from coming back after a stem cell transplant. About 64 older adults in remission will take ruxolitinib as maintenance therapy. The goal is to see…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New drug combo targets tough leukemia cases
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests the safety and best dose of combining two drugs—everolimus and midostaurin—for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) that has come back or is hard to treat. The drugs work by blocking faulty signals that help cance…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Richard Stone, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancer? early trial of 3D185 begins
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called 3D185 in 42 adults with advanced solid tumors who have run out of standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety and how the body processes it, while also looking for any signs that it might shrink tumors. This is…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: 3D Medicines (Beijing) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New drug duo shows promise for Tough-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two drugs, duvelisib and venetoclax, in 55 people with relapsed or refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or Richter's syndrome. Duvelisib blocks a protein that helps cancer cells survive, while venetoclax targets another survival protein.…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New cancer drug ASTX660 tested in patients with no other options
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called ASTX660 in people with advanced solid tumors or lymphomas that have not responded to standard treatments. The trial has two phases: first, to find the safest dose and check for side effects, and second, to see if the drug can shrink tumors or co…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Taiho Oncology, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Tailored cocktail aims to wipe out CLL in young High-Risk patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a personalized approach for young adults (18-65) with high-risk chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) who haven't been treated before. Patients first get a combination of venetoclax and obinutuzumab, then their treatment is adjusted based on whether cancer c…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gruppo Italiano Malattie EMatologiche dell'Adulto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to boost survival in kids with aggressive lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding four doses of rituximab to an intensified chemotherapy regimen improves outcomes for children and teens with advanced B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma or B-cell acute leukemia. About 200 participants in China will receive the new treatment, and research…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Children's Cancer Group, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New pill shows promise for Hard-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests an oral drug called emavusertib (CA-4948) in adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or a high-risk bone marrow disorder (MDS) that have not responded to or returned after prior treatment. The goal is to find the safest and most effective dose and to see if the …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Curis, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Can an enzyme shield the gut during transplant recovery?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an oral enzyme called SYN-004 in adults who have received a stem cell transplant and need intravenous antibiotics for fever. The enzyme is designed to break down antibiotics in the gut, protecting the natural bacteria there. Researchers will check safety, whether…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Theriva Biologics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Experimental cocktail aims to beat back tough leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of chidamide, azacytidine, and a chemotherapy regimen (HAG) in 21 adults with acute myeloid leukemia that has come back or not responded to treatment. The goal is to see how well the combo works and what side effects it causes. Participants …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New hope for blood cancer patients: using mismatched donors for transplants
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a stem cell transplant using donors who are not a perfect match for patients with blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma. Doctors give special drugs after the transplant to help prevent the donor cells from attacking the patient's body. The goal is to see if th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Promising CAR-T therapy for tough blood cancers hits snag – study withdrawn
Disease control TerminatedThis study was designed to test a new treatment called Anti-CD7 CAR-T for people with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia or lymphoma that had come back or not responded to standard therapy. The treatment uses a patient's own immune cells, modified to target and kill cancer cells…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Guangzhou Bio-gene Technology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Targeted radiation shows promise for Hard-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called iopofosine I 131 in people with certain blood cancers (like Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia, multiple myeloma, and lymphomas) that have come back or not responded to standard treatments. The drug delivers radiation directly to cancer cel…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cellectar Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New immune cell therapy targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new type of immune cell therapy called NW-301VT for people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific KRAS mutation (G12V) and no standard treatment options. The therapy uses the patient's own T cells, which are genetically engineered to recogn…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New hope for young sarcoma patients: experimental drug combo targets tough tumors
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests a new drug called PEN-866, which stays in tumor cells longer than normal cells, combined with two standard chemotherapy drugs (vincristine and temozolomide). It is for people aged 12 to 39 with sarcomas (Ewing sarcoma or rhabdomyosarcoma) that have returned or no…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New pill could outshine chemo for blood cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial compares the experimental drug nemtabrutinib (a daily pill) against standard chemotherapy combinations for people with previously untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) who lack a specific genetic change (TP53 mutation)…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New pill could outshine chemo for common blood cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether the targeted drug zanubrutinib works better than the standard chemo combination of bendamustine plus rituximab for people with untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL). About 590 participants who cannot tole…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: BeiGene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New hope for AML patients: oral drug aims to keep remission going
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at how well and how safely oral azacitidine (ONUREG) works as maintenance therapy for Chinese adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who are in remission after initial chemotherapy. The 44 participants cannot or choose not to have a stem cell transplant. Resear…
Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New drug HRS-6209 tested in advanced cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called HRS-6209 in about 56 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the right dose, and see if it can shrink tumors. Participants will receive the…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jiangsu HengRui Medicine Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Two-Antibody combo takes on advanced cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a new combination of two drugs (AK112 and AK117) in about 154 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors and how safe it is. Participants receive the drugs intrave…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Akeso • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase I trial tests a combination of two oral drugs, defactinib and VS-6766, in people with advanced solid tumors such as non-small cell lung cancer, low-grade serous ovarian cancer, and pancreatic cancer. The study aims to find the safest dose and evaluate how well the drug…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Institute of Cancer Research, United Kingdom • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to wipe out leukemia cells in High-Risk patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding daratumumab, an antibody that targets a protein on leukemia cells, to standard chemotherapy can clear all signs of cancer in adults with very high-risk T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (T-ALL). About 31 patients aged 18-65 will receive t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gruppo Italiano Malattie EMatologiche dell'Adulto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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New combo attack on leukemia shows promise in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests whether adding the targeted drug ponatinib to standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes for adults with a specific, high-risk type of acute lymphoblastic leukemia called BCR/ABL1-like ALL. The study enrolls 32 patients aged 18-65 who have not yet been tr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gruppo Italiano Malattie EMatologiche dell'Adulto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New pill shows promise for Hard-to-Treat blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called sonrotoclax (BGB-11417) in 100 adults with chronic lymphocytic leukemia or small lymphocytic lymphoma that has come back or stopped responding to prior treatments. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink or control the cancer. It is …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BeiGene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New targeted therapy shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called brenetafusp for adults with advanced solid tumors that have a specific marker (PRAME) and tissue type (HLA-A*02:01). The drug is designed to help the immune system find and attack cancer cells. The goal is to check if it is safe and if it can sh…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Immunocore Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Can a daily antibiotic keep kids with leukemia safer from infection?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether giving children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia a daily antibiotic called ciprofloxacin can reduce bacterial infections during the first month of chemotherapy. About 313 children in the UK are taking part. The goal is to see if this approach works be…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University College, London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Off-the-Shelf CAR t therapy shows promise for Hard-to-Treat lymphoma
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new type of CAR T cell therapy, called ALLO-501A, made from donor cells (not the patient's own). It is for adults with large B-cell lymphoma or chronic lymphocytic leukemia/small lymphocytic lymphoma that has come back or not responded to other treatments. The …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Allogene Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New liposomal drug shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called E7389 liposomal formulation in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to find the safest dose and check for side effects. The study also looks at how the drug works in speci…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Eisai Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New drug E7386 tested for tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called E7386 in about 70 people with advanced solid tumors, including colorectal cancer. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose. Participants have tumors that no longer respond to standard treatments.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Eisai Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for rare childhood leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding a drug called selinexor to standard chemotherapy can help children with a specific, high-risk form of acute myeloid leukemia (NUP98-positive AML). Ten children will receive the combination during their first two rounds of treatment. The goal is to …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: The Children's Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat blood cancers? early trial targets genetic weakness
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests whether the drug talazoparib can help people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) who have a specific genetic mutation (cohesin) and cannot receive standard intensive chemotherapy. The main goal is to see if the drug red…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Triple-Drug cocktail aims to boost remission in CLL
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study is testing a combination of three drugs—acalabrutinib, umbralisib, and ublituximab—in people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma. The goal is to see if this triple therapy can improve complete remission rates. The study enrolle…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jennifer R. Brown, MD, PhD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Blood cancer transplant trial using banked donor marrow pulled before start
Disease control TerminatedThis Phase 1 trial aimed to test whether bone marrow from deceased, mismatched unrelated donors could be safely used for transplants in patients with blood cancers like leukemia. The approach used stored (cryopreserved) marrow along with drugs to prevent rejection. However, the s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Ossium Health, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New pill shows promise against lung cancer in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an oral drug called TAK-788 (mobocertinib) in adults with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to find the best dose, check safety, and see if the drug shrinks tumors. Participants take TAK-788 capsules, sometimes with chemotherapy, and continue treat…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New immune drug shows promise in early trial for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called TransCon IL-2 β/γ, which aims to boost the immune system to fight cancer. It is given alone or with other treatments like pembrolizumab (Keytruda) or chemotherapy. The trial includes 320 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ascendis Pharma Oncology Division A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New CLL strategy: give extra drug only to those who still have cancer cells
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a personalized approach for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Patients first receive two oral drugs (zanubrutinib and venetoclax). Only those who still have detectable cancer cells after treatment get an additional infusion drug (obinutuzumab). The goal…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New study aims to help cancer survivors manage other health problems
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new way for cancer doctors and primary care doctors to work together to help cancer survivors manage other health problems like high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. About 800 adults with certain cancers and at least one of these conditions will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New combo therapy targets genetic weakness in Hard-to-Treat leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two experimental drugs (AG-120 and AG-221) that target specific genetic mutations (IDH1 or IDH2) found in some acute myeloid leukemia (AML) patients. Each drug is combined with a standard chemotherapy (azacitidine) and compared to azacitidine alone. The trial enr…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Celgene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Arsenic and vitamin a derivative may replace harsh chemo for leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis phase III trial tests a combination of arsenic trioxide and tretinoin (a vitamin A derivative) in 158 people with newly diagnosed acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL). The goal is to see if this drug pair can replace high-dose anthracycline chemotherapy, which can cause long-t…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Children's Oncology Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Fitness test could guide safer stem cell transplants for seniors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a geriatric assessment—looking at thinking, mobility, mood, nutrition, and medications—can help doctors choose the right transplant intensity for patients aged 60 and older with myeloid blood cancers. The goal is to reduce deaths from transplant complicat…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New radiation combo aims to make stem cell transplants safer for leukemia patients
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tests a precise radiation technique called total marrow/lymphoid irradiation (TMLI) combined with the chemotherapy drug cyclophosphamide for people with acute myeloid leukemia in remission. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and can help prepare th…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to improve stem cell transplants for leukemia patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new conditioning regimen using a precise type of radiation (helical tomotherapy) along with two chemotherapy drugs (fludarabine and melphalan) before a donor stem cell transplant. The goal is to reduce side effects and improve outcomes for people with leukemia …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Experimental cancer combo aims to supercharge immune attack on tumors
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental drug called IMP321, which activates immune cells, in combination with other cancer treatments like chemotherapy or immunotherapy. The study includes 83 people with advanced solid tumors, including lung and bladder cancers. The main goa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Institut für Klinische Krebsforschung IKF GmbH at Krankenhaus Nordwest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Experimental CAR t therapy targets tough leukemia in first human trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new type of immunotherapy called BAFFR-CAR T cells for adults with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia that has come back or not responded to at least two prior treatments. The therapy involves reprogramming a patient's own immune cells to recognize…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: PeproMene Bio, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New combo aims to wipe out leukemia cells in younger patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new targeted drug, IPI-145, added to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy (FCR) for younger adults (18-65) with untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can achieve deep remissions where no cancer cells …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Smart immune cells take aim at tough blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new therapy called SENTI-202, which uses specially designed immune cells (CAR NK cells) to find and attack cancer cells in people with certain blood cancers like acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). The cells are 'off-the…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Senti Biosciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Experimental cell combo takes on advanced cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing a new cell therapy called GK01 combined with a PD-1 immune checkpoint inhibitor in 15 people with advanced solid tumors (such as lung, stomach, or colorectal cancer). The main goal is to see if the combination is safe and tolerable, while also ch…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Triple drug cocktail aims to wipe out CLL in first treatment
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests a combination of three drugs—acalabrutinib, venetoclax, and obinutuzumab—as an initial treatment for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). The goal is to see if this combo can make the cancer undetectable in the bone marrow after 15 cycles of therapy. The s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for rare leukemia patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two drugs, vemurafenib (a pill) and obinutuzumab (an infusion), in 30 people with previously untreated hairy cell leukemia. The goal is to see how many patients achieve a complete response, meaning no signs of cancer after treatment. Participants…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New pill aims to keep AML in remission for older japanese patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether taking an oral chemotherapy drug (azacitidine) as maintenance therapy can help keep acute myeloid leukemia (AML) from returning in Japanese patients aged 55 and older who are already in remission. Participants will receive either the drug or a placebo, al…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New drug ST101 takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called ST101 in people with advanced solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery or have spread. The trial includes cancers like glioblastoma, melanoma, breast, and prostate cancer. It aims to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrin…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sapience Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New combo aims to outsmart Drug-Resistant leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding venetoclax to ibrutinib can eliminate resistance mutations in people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) who have developed resistance to ibrutinib alone. The study enrolls 28 participants who are already taking ibrutinib and have …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new treatment for people with certain B-cell blood cancers (lymphoma, ALL, or CLL) that have returned or not responded to standard therapy. The treatment uses the patient's own T cells, which are modified in the lab to recognize and attack cancer ce…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Hitchhiking drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called SON-1010 in 42 adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The drug is designed to hitch a ride on a blood protein called albumin to deliver an immune-boosting signal (IL-12) directly to the tumor area. T…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sonnet BioTherapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Immune cell therapy aimed at autoimmune diseases hits early snag
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial planned to test a one-time infusion of genetically modified immune cells (CAR-T cells) targeting CD19 in people with several autoimmune diseases, including lupus and multiple sclerosis. The goal was to see if it was safe and could reduce harmful antibodies.…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Nanjing Bioheng Biotech Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Precision radiation may make stem cell transplants safer for leukemia patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new way to deliver radiation before a stem cell transplant for people with leukemia or myelodysplastic syndrome. Instead of radiating the whole body, the new method targets only the bone marrow and lymph nodes, which may reduce damage to healthy organs. The goa…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New Triple-Drug cocktail targets tough blood cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests the safety of combining three drugs—navitoclax, venetoclax, and decitabine—for people with advanced myeloid blood cancers like leukemia and myelofibrosis. The goal is to find a safe dose that can control the disease. Sixteen adults aged 18 and older a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jacqueline Garcia, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New strategy aims to tame common virus after stem cell transplants
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a modified plan to prevent and treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection in people with blood cancers who have had a donor stem cell transplant. CMV is a common virus that can cause serious problems after transplant. The study involves 153 participants and looks at w…
Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail may tame deadly transplant complication
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new combination of three drugs (cyclophosphamide, abatacept, and tacrolimus) given at lower doses to prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in 27 adults receiving a stem cell transplant from a half-matched donor. GVHD is a serious condition where donor cells …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Could a cancer drug shield young transplant patients from a deadly complication?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding the drug vorinostat to standard care can prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in children, adolescents, and young adults receiving a bone marrow or blood stem cell transplant for blood cancers. Researchers are first finding the best dose of vor…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in early trial for tough blood cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests whether combining two drugs, venetoclax and inotuzumab ozogamicin, is safe and effective for people with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL), a fast-growing blood cancer. About 23 adults whose cancer has returned or not responded to treatment …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New drug candidate targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests an experimental drug called FDA018-ADC in about 78 adults with advanced solid tumors (like breast, lung, or bladder cancer) who have run out of standard options. The main goals are to find a safe dose and check for side effects, while also seeing if t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Fudan-Zhangjiang Bio-Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Engineered immune cells target tough blood cancers in new trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests FDA-approved CAR-T cell therapy in 150 children and adults with certain blood cancers that have come back or not responded to treatment. Participants receive their own immune cells that have been reprogrammed to attack cancer cells. The goal is to see how many pa…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New drug SH006 tested in patients with advanced solid tumors
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests the safety and tolerability of a new drug called SH006 in 50 adults with advanced solid tumors, including liver cancer. Participants receive SH006 every three weeks. The study aims to find the best dose for future trials and monitor side effects. It i…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Nanjing Sanhome Pharmaceutical, Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New pill could outshine chemo for common blood cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial compares a new oral targeted drug, pirtobrutinib, against a standard chemo-immunotherapy combination (bendamustine plus rituximab) in people with untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia or small lymphocytic lymphoma. About 309 participants will be randomly assig…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Loxo Oncology, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New Antibody-Drug conjugate takes aim at tough leukemias
Disease control OngoingThis first-in-human trial tests BYON4413, an antibody-drug conjugate designed to target and kill cancer cells in people with relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic neoplasms (MDS). The study involves 16 participants and aims to check safety, how th…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Byondis B.V. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New study tracks leukemia Drug's Real-Life impact
Disease control OngoingThis study follows about 100 adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who are already prescribed venetoclax by their doctors in Israel. Researchers will track how long patients live and how many achieve remission during routine care. The goal is to understand the drug's real-worl…
Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: NUV-1511 enters human trials
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug, NUV-1511, in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. The goal is to find safe doses and see if the drug can shrink tumors in cancers like breast, prostate, pancreatic, and ovarian cancer. About 466 adults will ta…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Nuvation Bio Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tackle Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called BT7480, given alone or with another drug (nivolumab), in 200 people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to find a safe dose and see if the drug shrinks tumors. It is an early-stage t…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: BicycleTx Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New antibody combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new antibody called BYON4228, given alone or with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab, in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study includes only 7 participants and aims to check safety, side effect…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Byondis B.V. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Gene-Edited super cells take on childhood leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new treatment for children aged 6 months to 16 years whose acute myeloid leukemia has returned. The therapy uses donor immune cells that have been gene-edited with a technique called base editing to better target and kill leukemia cells. The main go…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Compassionate use study offers AML patients continued access to experimental oral chemo
Disease control OngoingThis study gives a small group of adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) continued access to an oral form of the chemotherapy drug azacitidine after they finished a previous trial. The main goal is to track any side effects and see how safe the drug is over a longer period. Abo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hikma Pharmaceuticals LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called CTL-002, given alone or with an approved immunotherapy, in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if the combination can shrink tumors or slow thei…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: CatalYm GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New cancer cocktail aims to rev up immune system against tumors
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called DECOY20, which is designed to wake up the immune system to fight cancer. It is being tested alone or with another drug (tislelizumab) in 120 adults with advanced solid tumors like liver, lung, or colorectal cancer. The main goals are…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Indaptus Therapeutics, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New drug trial hopes to shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new drug, TORL-2-307-ADC, in 163 people with advanced solid tumors like stomach, pancreas, or esophageal cancer. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. Participants must have measurable disease and be well enough for …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: TORL Biotherapeutics, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New targeted drug aims to fight hard-to-treat bladder cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called TYRA300 in people with advanced bladder cancer or other solid tumors that have a specific change in the FGFR3 gene. The goal is to find the best dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. About 310 adults whose cancer has not responded to stand…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tyra Biosciences, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Radiation boost may help stem cell transplants beat tough leukemia
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether adding targeted total marrow irradiation to standard chemotherapy before a stem cell transplant can help prevent relapse in people with high-risk acute myeloid leukemia or myelodysplastic syndromes. About 38 adults aged 18–65 will receive the com…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New pill combo aims to tame Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests an experimental oral drug (E7727) combined with another oral drug (decitabine) in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to at least two prior treatments. The main goals are to find the safest dose and understand side effects. Up to…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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AI that reads faces could spot hidden distress in cancer patients
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis trial tests whether artificial intelligence can detect anxiety and depression in cancer patients by analyzing their facial expressions and subtle skin color changes from video. The AI uses computer vision to estimate heart rate and read emotional cues, aiming to flag patient…
Sponsor: Chinese PLA General Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new PET tracer reveal hidden immune clues in tumors?
Diagnosis TerminatedThis phase I trial tests an experimental imaging agent called 64Cu-DOTA-pembrolizumab, which is designed to attach to PD1, a protein on immune cells that often cluster around tumors. By injecting this agent and then performing a PET scan, researchers hope to see where these immun…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new tracer light up cancer growth?
Diagnosis OngoingThis trial is testing a new imaging tracer called FLT, which is used with a PET scan to measure how fast tumors are growing. The study includes people with various cancers or those awaiting a biopsy for a suspicious mass. The goal is to see if FLT PET imaging can help find and di…
Sponsor: Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new PET tracer spot tumors more clearly?
Diagnosis TerminatedThis trial tests whether an experimental imaging agent, 18F-LNC1007, can improve the detection, staging, and recurrence monitoring of tumors compared to the standard 18F-FDG PET/CT scan. Adults with suspected or confirmed tumors will receive both types of scans within a week, and…
Sponsor: Jinling Hospital, China • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple ultrasound predict immunotherapy success?
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study explores whether special ultrasound techniques can detect early signs that cancer immunotherapy is working. Researchers will scan tumors in 30 adults with solid tumors before and after three weeks of treatment. The goal is to see if changes in blood flow measured by ul…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Pen and paper: a new weapon against blood cancer stress?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study explores whether an online expressive writing workshop can boost mental wellness in young adults (ages 18-39) with blood cancer. One hundred participants will either start the workshop right away or wait four weeks. Everyone takes surveys about their mood and stress ov…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Blood Cancer United • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer breathlessness study: can opioids help you walk easier?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests if fast-acting opioids (fentanyl or morphine) can reduce shortness of breath during or after walking in 150 cancer patients who already take strong painkillers. Participants will take the drug or a placebo before a short walk test, and researchers will measure ch…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a fun AR game ease kids' pain during emergency IVs?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether using a special augmented reality (AR) game called Little NIRVANA, along with numbing cream, can help children ages 2 to 8 feel less pain and anxiety when getting an IV in the emergency room. About 130 kids will be randomly assigned to get either the AR g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nationwide Children's Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a sugar pill you know is fake fight cancer fatigue?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether an open labeled placebo—a pill with no active medicine that patients know is a placebo—can reduce fatigue in people with advanced cancer. About 100 participants will either receive the placebo or be placed on a waitlist. The goal is to see if simply takin…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can two existing drugs help cancer patients ditch steroids?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether rituximab or tocilizumab can help people with advanced cancer stop taking steroids for side effects caused by immunotherapy. About 8 participants will receive one of these drugs to see if they can safely reduce or stop steroid treatment within 4 weeks. Th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone VR headset distract kids from burn pain?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis trial tests whether a smartphone-based virtual reality tool (VR-PAT) can reduce pain during at-home burn dressing changes in children aged 6 to 17. Half of the 200 participants will use VR-PAT during their daily dressing changes, while the other half will not. Researchers wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nationwide Children's Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Faith and mindfulness join forces to heal black cancer survivors
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis trial tests a mindfulness program that blends stress-reduction techniques with Christian principles to improve well-being in Black adult cancer survivors. Participants take part in a silent mindfulness retreat, focus groups, interviews, and questionnaires. The study measures…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual reality offers escape for bone marrow transplant patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) can improve symptoms like pain, anxiety, and fatigue in patients receiving a bone marrow transplant. About 28 adults will be randomly assigned to either VR sessions or standard care during their hospital stay. The goal is to see…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Roswell Park Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sniffing away sickness: essential oils tested for chemo nausea
Symptom relief TerminatedThis trial explores whether inhaling essential oils like peppermint, lavender, or ginger can help reduce nausea and anxiety in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy infusions. Current anti-nausea drugs often cause constipation and fatigue, so researchers are looking for gentler …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Testosterone gel trial aims to beat cancer fatigue in older men
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether a daily testosterone gel can reduce fatigue and improve sexual function in men aged 55 and older who have cancer and low testosterone. The trial involves 230 participants who will apply either the gel or a placebo for six months. Researchers will mea…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New support program aims to ease emotional burden of advanced cancer
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis pilot study tests a support program called CASA for people with advanced cancer and their caregivers. The program includes five counseling sessions to help with spiritual well-being and emotional distress. Researchers will enroll 124 participants to see if the program is hel…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ponce Medical School Foundation, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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No more hospital trips? video nutrition counseling tested for cancer weight loss
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares two ways of giving nutrition advice to cancer patients who have lost weight: video calls from home versus in-person hospital visits. Eighty adults with cancer and weight loss will receive personalized dietary counseling every two weeks for 12 weeks. The goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King Edward Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Virtual reality could ease stress of bone marrow transplants
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a virtual reality (VR) program can help people undergoing bone marrow transplants cope with stress and improve their quality of life. About 80 adult patients with blood cancer will be randomly assigned to either receive the VR program plus usual care, or …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Could early comfort care change End-of-Life for blood cancer patients?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether starting palliative care early can help adults with aggressive leukemias or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) have a better end-of-life experience. Researchers will compare where patients die (home, hospice, or hospital) and how often they need hospital c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Virginia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Light at home may lift brain fog for childhood cancer survivors
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a special light therapy (transcranial photobiomodulation) used at home can help improve thinking and memory in adults who survived childhood leukemia or Hodgkin lymphoma. About 44 survivors will use a light device on their head while doing brain-training …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Exercise may boost quality of life for kids battling leukemia
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if exercise can improve physical activity and quality of life in children aged 8-18 with acute lymphoblastic leukemia who are on maintenance chemotherapy. Researchers planned to measure changes in quality of life, activity levels, sleep, and fatigue. The s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Connecticut Children's Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New meditation program aims to ease cancer symptoms in black patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a supportive care program designed specifically for Black patients with advanced cancer. Participants will join weekly online sessions for four weeks, either practicing meditation or learning coping skills. The goal is to see if this culturally adapted program is…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Simple breathing trick may calm chemo nausea
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a relaxation breathing exercise can help reduce nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy in people with blood cancers. Sixty-eight patients are split into two groups: one does breathing exercises three times a day plus standard care, the other gets stan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Marmara University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Music may soothe nerves during bone marrow biopsy
Symptom relief OngoingThis phase III trial tests whether listening to music during a bone marrow biopsy or aspiration can lower anxiety. About 113 adults with blood cancers will be randomly assigned to either receive standard care or also listen to music during the procedure. Researchers will measure …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Antidepressant drug could fight cancer fatigue
Symptom relief OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether bupropion, a drug used for depression and smoking cessation, can reduce fatigue in 422 cancer survivors. Participants have stable disease or no evidence of cancer and report moderate to severe fatigue. They receive either bupropion or a placebo, a…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Rochester NCORP Research Base • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Blood cell collection could open door to CAR T-Cell therapy for leukemia and lymphoma patients
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study collects white blood cells from 120 people aged 3 to 65 with leukemia or lymphoma that hasn't been cured by standard treatments. The cells are gathered through a procedure called leukapheresis, then processed and frozen for future use in CAR T-cell therapy. The goal is…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Cancer drug interaction study: will antibiotics change how cediranib works?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis Phase 1 study looks at how the antibiotic rifampicin changes the way the body processes the experimental cancer drug cediranib in 64 patients with advanced solid tumors. Participants take cediranib alone, then with rifampicin, then alone again to compare drug levels and safe…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Why are transplant survivors at higher heart risk? new study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how well the heart, lungs, and muscles work together in people who have had a stem cell transplant. Researchers want to find out why transplant survivors have a higher risk of heart disease. About 350 adults with blood cancers will be followed for two years af…
Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could muscle loss predict blood cancer outcomes?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is investigating how common muscle loss, known as sarcopenia, is in people with blood cancers like leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. Researchers will measure body composition using DXA scans and track hospital stays, disease progression, and survival. The goal is to see…
Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Digital tools aim to close learning gaps for young cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether a special website and video coaching for parents can help children aged 6-12 who had leukemia or lymphoma improve their learning and school performance. Many children survive these cancers but may struggle with memory, attention, and thinking due to treat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden genes behind family blood cancer clusters
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis long-term study looks at people and families with a higher chance of developing blood or lymph node cancers like leukemia or lymphoma. Researchers collect medical histories, genetic samples, and sometimes perform exams to find inherited genes or environmental triggers. The g…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive study aims to uncover hidden triggers of blood cancers
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is collecting blood, bone marrow, and tissue samples from 5,000 people with blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma. Researchers will analyze the samples to find genetic abnormalities that cause cancer cells to grow. The goal is to understand why these cancers develop…
Sponsor: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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15-Year safety watch for cell therapy recipients
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tracks the long-term safety of people who have already received a type of cell therapy called ADP adoptive cell therapy. Researchers will monitor up to 250 participants for up to 15 years after their last treatment to see if any delayed side effects occur. The goal is …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: USWM CT, LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria may hold key to safer cancer immunotherapy
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is collecting stool and blood samples from 120 advanced cancer patients receiving immunotherapy combinations. Researchers want to see if the types of bacteria in the gut and certain immune markers can predict which patients will develop serious side effects. The goal i…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches massive sample collection to unlock disease secrets
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study collects blood, bone marrow, urine, and tissue samples from up to 6,000 people with solid tumors, blood cancers, or non-cancerous blood disorders, as well as from their healthy family members who are stem cell donors. The samples are stored and used in research to bett…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New brain scan may predict chemo brain in young leukemia patients
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tests a quick, non-invasive brain scan called Magnetic Resonance Fingerprinting (MRF) in children and young adults with acute leukemia. The goal is to see if the scan can detect early brain changes caused by chemotherapy. Participants also take a fun, game-like memory …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Cancer tissue bank study aims to unlock new treatment clues
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study collects tissue and blood samples from 1,200 adults with known or suspected cancer. The samples are taken during standard surgeries or biopsies, with no extra procedures. Researchers will compare cancerous and normal tissues to identify differences that could lead to n…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New study reveals hidden toll of Cancer-Related weight loss on families
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how often cancer patients experience cachexia (unintentional weight loss and appetite loss) and how this affects both patients and their primary caregivers emotionally. About 192 patients and their caregivers will fill out questionnaires during supportive care…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Lab-Grown 3D tumors could help pick the right chemo for blood cancer patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses bone marrow samples from 70 people with blood cancers to create 3D organoids—tiny lab-grown models that mimic the tumor's environment. Researchers will test different chemotherapy combinations on these organoids to see which kills the most cancer cells. The goal i…
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New testing method may guide targeted treatments for young leukemia patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a special type of testing, called leukemia profiling, can help find personalized treatment options for children and young adults up to age 30 with recurrent, refractory, or high-risk leukemias. Researchers analyze the genetic changes in each patient's …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Do blood thinners help or hurt when cancer meets a clot?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks back at medical records of children and young adults with solid tumors or lymphoma who also have a tumor thrombus—a blood clot that forms in a vein due to tumor pressure or invasion. Researchers will gather data on who received blood thinners or procedures like s…
Sponsor: Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer patients with COVID-19: new study tracks their journey
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows nearly 1,900 cancer patients who tested positive for COVID-19. Researchers collect blood samples, medical records, and images to see how the virus impacts their cancer treatment and overall health. The goal is to learn which factors make COVID-19 more severe in…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer Patients' pandemic struggles revealed in new study
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the well-being and quality of life of over 13,000 cancer patients and survivors. Researchers used questionnaires to gather information on experiences like exposure, isolation, and financial disruptions. The goal is to underst…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which CLL drug gives best bang for the buck? new study analyzes costs and patient Well-Being
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at the cost-effectiveness of three treatments for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) in patients aged 65 and older. Researchers compared ibrutinib alone or with rituximab against bendamustine plus rituximab, measuring both healthcare costs and quality of life. Th…
Sponsor: Canadian Cancer Trials Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Spirituality may be key to coping with blood cancer from day one
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at how spirituality — personal beliefs, values, and meaning — influences adults recently diagnosed with blood cancers like lymphoma or leukemia, as well as their loved ones. Participants fill out three questionnaires about spiritual well-being, quality of life, a…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Do blood transfusions help at the end of life? a study asks patients and staff
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how patients with advanced blood cancers (like acute myeloid leukemia) who are not eligible for a cure, along with their nurses and doctors, feel about the benefits of blood transfusions. Researchers will give questionnaires before each transfusion to compare …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Childhood cancer survivors show signs of premature aging
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows over 1,500 young adult survivors of childhood cancers like leukemia, brain tumors, and Hodgkin lymphoma to see how frailty—a measure of physical weakness and vulnerability—changes over five years. Researchers want to know if frailty can predict future chronic h…
Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Logbook study for stem cell patients pulled before start
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis pilot study aimed to see if giving a logbook to patients hospitalized for a stem cell transplant could help reduce feelings of isolation and psychological stress. The study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available. It was planned at the Un…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Blood cancer chemo and adrenal risk study pulled before start
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study planned to check how often the adrenal glands stop working properly after chemotherapy in adults with blood cancers. It aimed to measure cortisol levels after a stimulation test. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no results are …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Italian study tracks how venetoclax works for CLL patients in everyday practice
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis observational study follows 321 Italian patients with relapsed or refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) who are treated with venetoclax-based regimens outside of clinical trials. The goal is to describe their clinical features and outcomes, such as how long they live…
Sponsor: Gruppo Italiano Malattie EMatologiche dell'Adulto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Keytruda immune response trial aims to unlock cancer clues
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing how the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) changes immune-related genes and biomarkers in people with advanced solid tumors like head and neck cancer, triple-negative breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and melanoma. Researchers will analyze bloo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Cancer patients' family talks about genetic surprises studied
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study explores how cancer patients feel and what they do when they learn about extra genetic findings from their tumor tests. Researchers want to understand how patients decide to share this information with their family members. About 495 adults with solid tumors are taking…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Microdose cancer drug test could reveal best treatments without side effects
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis early-phase study tests very small amounts of cancer drugs injected directly into accessible tumors in 15 adults scheduled for surgery. The goal is to see how the drugs affect the tumor's environment, like killing cancer cells or activating immune cells, without causing full…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Presage Biosciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Fitness check may guide better leukemia care for seniors
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks back at medical records of 725 older adults (over 65) with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Researchers want to see if using a special 'fitness' score to choose treatment leads to longer survival. No new treatments are given; the goal is to learn which treatment app…
Sponsor: Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale degli Spedali Civili di Brescia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Cannabis withdrawal in cancer patients: a hidden struggle during transplant?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to find out how often cannabis withdrawal happens and how severe it is in patients with blood cancers who are hospitalized for a bone marrow transplant or CAR-T therapy. Researchers will track symptoms like mood changes and physical discomfort using a standard que…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Leukemia relapse predictor study pulled before starting
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if tracking a specific gene mutation (c-Kit) could help predict relapse in acute myeloid leukemia patients. It planned to compare this method with current monitoring techniques. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no resu…
Sponsor: Institute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, China • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Massive russian CLL study tracks Real-World treatments
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is not testing a new drug or treatment. Instead, it will observe how doctors in Russia currently treat chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) in everyday practice. About 6000 adults with CLL will be followed for up to 2 years to collect information on their health, treatme…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Leukemia study questions need for immediate second chemo after bone marrow test
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether it is safe to wait before giving a second round of chemotherapy to adults newly diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), even if a mid-treatment bone marrow biopsy shows some remaining disease. About 60 participants will receive standard first chem…
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Massive 75,000-Patient registry aims to unlock best uses of proton therapy
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis registry follows up to 75,000 cancer patients treated with proton or standard X-ray radiation at Loma Linda University Medical Center, some since 1990. The goal is to track long-term outcomes like disease-free survival and local recurrence to learn which radiation approaches…
Sponsor: Loma Linda University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Can a statin tame a cancer protein? early trial seeks answers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis early-stage study tests whether the cholesterol drug atorvastatin can reduce levels of a faulty protein (p53) in people with various cancers, including solid tumors and leukemia. About 50 participants will take atorvastatin for 1 to 4 weeks before their planned surgery or tr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Joaquina Baranda • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Brain scan breakthrough could spot MS cognitive decline early
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing whether a new type of MRI can detect changes in the brain that lead to memory and thinking problems in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers will scan 75 adults with MS and give them thinking and memory tests. The goal is to see if the new MRI mea…
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Can tumor profiling help kids beat cancer? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether testing the genes of a child's solid tumor can help doctors choose a more effective treatment. About 825 children and young adults with hard-to-treat solid tumors will have their tumors genetically profiled. The goal is to see if those who receive a tr…
Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Massive study of 190,000 workers to uncover hidden radiation risks
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows about 190,000 Korean radiation workers to see if low-dose radiation exposure over time increases the risk of cancer and other diseases. Researchers will link national health records to track health outcomes. The goal is to better understand the long-term effect…
Sponsor: Korea Institute of Radiological & Medical Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New study observes patients getting nasal stem cell therapy for brain conditions
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis observational study follows 36 people with neurologic conditions like traumatic brain injury, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, or Alzheimer's who are already receiving intranasal MuSE stem cell or exosome therapy as part of their routine care. Researchers track safety and…
Sponsor: Healing Hope International • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Gut bugs linked to cancer symptoms in kids
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how the bacteria in the gut (microbiome) are connected to cancer-related symptoms in children aged 5-18 with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Researchers will collect stool samples and symptom reports at several points during chemotherapy. The goal is to understa…
Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Tracking childhood cancer survivors for decades to improve their future health
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis long-term study follows 5,000 childhood cancer survivors who had a stem cell transplant or treatment for leukemia or solid tumors. Researchers collect health updates and quality-of-life questionnaires over 20+ years to understand late effects of therapy. The goal is to reduc…
Sponsor: Children's Oncology Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Smartwatches keep watch on cancer Drug's heart side effects
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study watches 50 people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) who are starting a type of drug called a BTK inhibitor. These drugs can cause high blood pressure and irregular heartbeats. Participants will use a wearable device at home to track their heart rhythm and blood p…
Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New blood test could spot cancer return after transplant
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing a new blood test called AlloHeme that measures how much of a patient's own cells remain after a bone marrow transplant. The goal is to see if this test can predict whether the cancer (acute leukemia or myelodysplastic syndrome) will come back. About 307 adul…
Sponsor: CareDx • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Study probes Patients' minds, not their tumors
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how older adults (65+) with cancer understand their illness and what they value in life before and after a major operation. Researchers will interview 100 patients to learn about their awareness, expectations, and decision-making. No new drug or treatment is b…
Sponsor: Tomas Bata Hospital, Czech Republic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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CAR-T therapy patients monitored for years in new safety study
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 178 patients who previously received an AvenCell CAR-T cell therapy for cancers like lymphoma, leukemia, or prostate cancer. Researchers will track delayed side effects, including new cancers or autoimmune issues, for years. No new treatment is given—this is pu…
Sponsor: AvenCell Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Lab test could match cancer patients to the right drugs
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a new lab method called OPTin that helps doctors pick the most effective drugs for people with advanced or hard-to-treat solid tumors. About 200 adults will provide a small tumor sample for testing, then receive either a drug chosen by OPTin or one selected by th…
Sponsor: China Medical University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Racial gap in cancer treatment? new study investigates immunotherapy outcomes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is collecting blood, saliva, and health information from 2,100 Black and White cancer patients who are receiving immunotherapy (drugs that help the immune system fight cancer). The goal is to see if there are differences in side effects and how well the treatment works…
Sponsor: University of Rochester NCORP Research Base • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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15-Year safety check for caribou cell therapy patients
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows about 150 people who previously received Caribou cell therapy for blood cancers like lymphoma or leukemia. Researchers will check for long-term side effects and overall survival for up to 15 years after treatment. No new treatment is given—this is just observat…
Sponsor: Caribou Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Real-Time proton beam tracking could sharpen cancer therapy
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a new way to monitor proton therapy for solid tumors. A full-digital PET scanner tracks the proton beam's path and dose in real time. Thirty patients scheduled for proton therapy will participate. The goal is to improve treatment accuracy by seeing exactly where …
Sponsor: Shuanghu Yuan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New MRI-Guided radiotherapy machine put to the test
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study checks how well a new MRI-guided radiotherapy machine works and how it fits into daily hospital routines. About 150 adults with solid tumors will take part. The goal is to see if the machine can be used smoothly for treatment, not to test a new cure.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Can a team of experts help older cancer patients bounce back after transplant?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether a program where older adults (65+) with blood cancer see a team of healthcare providers can help them stay fit and resilient after a stem cell transplant. The program includes health coaching, quality-of-life assessments, and questionnaires. The main goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Scientists probe how a natural substance fuels leukemia
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study examines how adrenomedullin, a natural protein, affects leukemia stem cells in patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Researchers will collect bone marrow and blood samples from 72 newly diagnosed AML patients to measure adrenomedullin levels and study its effects…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gruppo Italiano Malattie EMatologiche dell'Adulto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Gut check: Antibiotics' hidden impact on transplant recovery
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how different antibiotics change the friendly bacteria in the gut of people who have had a stem cell transplant and develop a fever with low white blood cells. The goal is to understand which antibiotics are gentler on these helpful bacteria, which may lead to…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Can a lab test predict which chemo works best? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether testing cancer cells in a lab can predict how well chemotherapy will work for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). Researchers will take blood and bone marrow samples before and during treatment to see if lab res…
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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7,000 tumor samples analyzed to uncover Cancer's hidden support system
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at the stroma—the supportive tissue around tumors—in both benign and malignant growths. Researchers will examine 7,000 patient samples collected since 2000 at Brest University Hospital. The goal is to count non-tumor cells and measure matrix percentages in tumor …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic clues in childhood leukemia
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at genetic changes in cancer stem cells from children and young adults with acute leukemia. Researchers will analyze bone marrow or blood samples to find gene patterns that may drive the disease. The goal is to better understand leukemia and potentially discover …
Sponsor: Sanford Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New study examines immunotherapy outcomes in american indian cancer patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study reviews medical records of 72 American Indian patients treated with immunotherapy for cancers like lung cancer, melanoma, and kidney cancer. Researchers compare their outcomes—such as how long the cancer is controlled and side effects—to those of White patients. The go…
Sponsor: University of Oklahoma • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Italy launches massive genetic database to match cancer patients with better treatments
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis observational study aims to create a national registry of genetic mutations found in advanced solid tumors. By collecting data from over 2,000 Italian patients, researchers hope to improve access to innovative therapies. The study does not test a new treatment but gathers in…
Sponsor: Federation of Italian Cooperative Oncology Groups • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Light therapy under the microscope: can it soothe mouth sores after transplant?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how photobiomodulation (a type of light therapy) affects mouth sores and other oral symptoms in patients receiving a stem cell transplant. Researchers will track pain, taste changes, and dry mouth in about 6 patients. The goal is to gather information to impro…
Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New study seeks sharper MRI images for cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aims to find the best MRI settings for the MR-linac, a machine that combines MRI and radiation therapy. Researchers will test different scan parameters in cancer patients and healthy volunteers to get clearer, more accurate images. The goal is to improve radiation ther…
Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC