Digestive system cancer

This trial is testing whether giving a combination of two immunotherapies (ipilimumab and sintilimab) along with chemotherapy and radiation before surgery can completely eliminate cancer cells in people with locally advanced esophageal cancer. About 44 adults with resectable esop…

This trial is testing a combination of local tumor removal and chemoradiotherapy (radiation plus capecitabine chemotherapy) in people with early-stage rectal cancer located low in the rectum. The goal is to see if this approach can effectively treat the cancer while avoiding the …

This trial is testing whether adding two immunotherapy drugs—zimberelimab and etrumadenant—to standard chemotherapy and a short course of radiation can completely eliminate rectal cancer. Adults with locally advanced rectal cancer that has not spread will receive the treatment, a…

This phase II trial is testing whether newer targeted drugs (trastuzumab emtansine and trastuzumab deruxtecan) work better than standard chemotherapy plus trastuzumab for people with HER2-positive or HER2-low salivary gland cancer that has come back, spread, or cannot be removed.…

This Phase 3 trial is testing whether a new medicine called PF-08634404, combined with standard chemotherapy, works better than the current treatment Avastin plus chemo for people whose colorectal cancer has spread. About 800 participants who have not had prior treatment for meta…

This study tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and cisplatin) before radiation therapy is safe and effective for children and young adults (up to age 21) with newly diagnosed nasopharyngeal carcinoma. The goal is to see if t…

This program offers daraxonrasib to adults with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has worsened after prior treatment and who have no other good options. It is for patients who cannot join ongoing clinical trials. The goal is to provide access to this experimental drug when no sta…

This study tests a new drug called AI-081 in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed by surgery. The drug is a bispecific antibody that targets two proteins (PD-1 and VEGF) involved in cancer growth and immune evasion. The trial has two phases: fir…

This early-stage study tests a new medicine called PF-08046033 in adults with advanced lung, esophageal, or skin cancers that have spread or can't be removed. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers will also look for early signs that the drug may he…

This early study tests a new device that uses heat to remove abnormal cells in the esophagus of people with Barrett's esophagus, a condition that can lead to cancer. The study has two parts: first, a small group of people scheduled for esophagus removal surgery will help find the…

This phase III trial tests whether giving a higher dose of radiation can help people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer live longer. Participants must have already had 4-6 months of chemotherapy. The study compares higher-dose radiation to standard care (more chemo, observat…

This study tests whether a less invasive surgery called sentinel lymph node biopsy can replace standard neck dissection for early-stage oral cavity cancer. About 686 patients will be randomly assigned to one of the two procedures. The goal is to see if the gentler approach mainta…

This study tests a new oral drug, VS-7375, alone or with another drug (cetuximab), in 180 people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has a specific genetic change called KRAS G12D. The goal is to see if the drug shrinks tumors and is safe. Participants must have this mutation …

This early-stage study tests a new oral drug, APR-1051, in about 90 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety and find the right dose. Researchers will also look for early signs that the drug might…

This study tests a new drug called BMS-986340, alone or with other cancer treatments, in people with advanced solid tumors like lung, colon, or breast cancer. The goal is to find safe doses and check for side effects. About 1,100 adults with tumors that have worsened after standa…

This Phase 2 trial tests whether adding a special immune cell infusion (GKL-006) to a standard procedure that blocks blood flow to tumors (TACE) can shrink liver cancers that cannot be removed by surgery. About 48 adults with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma will receive the…

This trial tests whether two approved drugs, dabrafenib and trametinib, can treat rare cancers that have a specific genetic change called BRAF V600. These drugs are already used for melanoma and lung cancer, but researchers want to see if they help people with other cancer types.…

This study tests the safety and effectiveness of targeted therapies or immunotherapies in people with metastatic colorectal cancer (cancer that has spread). Participants are assigned to a treatment based on specific biomarkers found in their tumor. The goal is to see if these per…

This early-stage trial is testing an investigational drug called GIM-122 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments, including PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors. GIM-122 is a special antibody designed to fight cancer in two ways. The study aims to fin…

This phase 2 trial tests whether a patient's own white blood cells, genetically modified in a lab to recognize and attack their specific tumor mutations, can shrink metastatic cancers. Participants include people with several advanced solid tumors or multiple myeloma who have exh…

This Phase III trial tests whether giving radiation in three smaller doses (FSRS) works better than a single large dose (SRS) for cancer that has spread to the brain. About 269 adults with lung, breast, melanoma, kidney, or gastrointestinal cancers will be randomly assigned to on…

This early-phase trial tests a new drug called metarrestin in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread (metastasized). The goal is to find a safe dose and see if it can shrink tumors. The study includes adults with pancreatic, breast, or other solid tumors, and children…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called M7437 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. M7437 is an antibody-drug conjugate designed to deliver chemotherapy directly to cancer cells that have a specific marker (Ly6E). The study ai…

This study tests personalized radiotherapy approaches for people with lung cancer, brain metastases, or other solid tumors. It aims to see if adapting radiation based on how a patient responds is safe and effective. About 45 adults will participate, receiving either extra radiati…

This trial asks whether removing a wider set of lymph nodes (D3) during left colon cancer surgery improves 5-year survival compared to the standard removal (D2). It enrolls about 1,381 people with adenocarcinoma located between the splenic flexure and rectosigmoid junction. Resea…

This study compares two treatments for people with advanced head and neck cancer who cannot use the standard drug cisplatin. About 454 participants will receive either cetuximab (a targeted antibody) or a chemotherapy combo (carboplatin + paclitaxel) alongside precise radiation t…

This early-stage study is testing an experimental oral drug, VVD-133214, in people with advanced solid tumors that have specific genetic features (MSI or dMMR). The drug works by blocking a protein that helps these cancers grow. The study will check safety and how well the drug w…

This clinical trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab to standard chemotherapy (paclitaxel and ramucirumab) can help people with advanced stomach or esophageal cancer live longer. The study includes 224 adults whose cancer has a specific marker (PD-L1 CPS…

This early-phase trial is testing a new drug, FOG-001, in about 595 people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors, including colorectal, prostate, and liver cancers. The drug is given alone or with other cancer treatments to see if it is safe and shrinks tumors. The study is cu…

This early-phase trial tests a drug called XER-001 (a form of amifostine given through a tube into the small intestine) combined with precise radiation therapy for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The study will enroll 36 participa…

This phase 3 trial is for people with advanced liver cancer that has spread to nearby blood vessels. It compares standard immunotherapy drugs (atezolizumab and bevacizumab) alone versus the same drugs plus targeted radiation (SBRT). The goal is to see if adding radiation helps pa…

This study tests whether a new drug called pumitamig, combined with chemotherapy, works better than the current standard treatment (bevacizumab plus chemo) for people with advanced colorectal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. About 990 adults who have not yet been treated…

This study compares standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and oxaliplatin) alone versus the same drugs plus a liver-directed chemotherapy (HAI FUDR/dexamethasone) in people with bile duct cancer that has spread within the liver but cannot be removed surgically. About 164 adults with…

This study tests several new drug combinations given before and after surgery for stomach or esophageal cancer. About 100 people with resectable tumors will receive these treatments to see if they are safe and can shrink or eliminate the cancer. The goal is to improve outcomes by…

This study tests whether taking oral paclitaxel plus fruquintinib can help people with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer after their first treatment stops working. About 150 adults will receive either the new drug combo or standard chemotherapy chosen by their …

This study tests a new experimental drug, PF-08634404, combined with chemotherapy in people with advanced stomach, gastroesophageal junction, or esophageal cancer that has not been treated before. The trial has two parts: first checking safety and response, then comparing the new…

This study tests a new drug called YH42946 in people with advanced solid tumors that have certain gene changes (HER2 or EGFR). The main goals are to check safety and see if the drug shrinks tumors. About 161 adults who have run out of standard options will take part.

This phase 3 trial is testing whether adding the targeted drugs calderasib and cetuximab to standard chemotherapy can help people with a specific gene mutation (KRAS G12C) in advanced colorectal cancer live longer without their cancer growing. About 477 participants will receive …

This study tests whether combining three drugs—pemigatinib, atezolizumab, and bevacizumab—can help control advanced bile duct cancer that has a specific genetic change (FGFR2 fusion). About 25 adults whose cancer has not responded to other treatments will take part. The main goal…

This study tests a combination of up to 4 experimental drugs (retifanlimab, TriAdeno vaccine, N-803, and SX-682) in people with metastatic colorectal cancer that has spread and not responded to prior treatments. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors and improve …

This study tests an experimental drug called SHR-4610 in 258 adults with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments or have no standard options. The trial has two phases: first, finding the safest dose, and second, checking how well the drug shrinks…

This study tests a new drug called PF-08634404, given alone or with another drug (ipilimumab), in adults with advanced liver cancer that cannot be surgically removed. The goal is to check safety, side effects, and whether the drug shrinks tumors. About 138 participants will recei…

This trial tests a new drug called TUB-030 in adults with advanced solid tumors, including head and neck, lung, and breast cancers. The goal is to find the safest and most effective dose. Participants receive the drug every three weeks and are monitored for side effects and tumor…

This study tests a procedure called transarterial infusion chemotherapy (TAIC) for people with colorectal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. Instead of giving chemo through a vein, TAIC delivers it directly to the tumor's blood supply, which may boost effectiveness and red…

This phase 2 study tests an investigational drug called telisotuzumab adizutecan in about 100 people aged 12 and older with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic change (MET amplification). The drug is given through an IV and aims to shrink tumors or stop them from g…

This study tests an experimental drug called telisotuzumab adizutecan combined with standard chemotherapy in people whose colorectal cancer has spread. The goal is to see if the combination shrinks tumors and is safe. About 390 adults will take part at hospitals worldwide.

This study tests whether adjusting common over-the-counter medications can make immune checkpoint inhibitors work better for people with solid tumors. Participants are asked to avoid acetaminophen and cannabis/THC/CBD, while taking aspirin and loratadine (or similar antihistamine…

This clinical trial is testing several combinations of immunotherapy drugs to see if they can shrink or control advanced liver cancer. The study is for people with a type of liver cancer called hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) that has spread or cannot be removed by surgery. Partic…

This study tests a new drug called CR-001 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if it can shrink tumors. About 290 people will take part in this early-phase trial.

This early-phase trial is testing an experimental oral drug called GIM-531, alone or with an immunotherapy (anti-PD-1), in 117 adults with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe, tolerable, and can help th…

This early-phase study is testing a new oral drug called BG-75202, alone or with other medications, in people with advanced breast cancer or other solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the right dose, and …

This Phase 3 trial tests whether adding an experimental oral drug called atebimetinib to a modified chemotherapy regimen helps people with metastatic pancreatic cancer live longer. About 510 adults who have not had prior treatment will receive either the new combination or standa…

This trial compares two ways of closing the abdomen after open colorectal surgery: a device-assisted method (SutureTOOL) versus the traditional manual technique. The goal is to see if the device helps reduce the chance of an incisional hernia forming within one year. Participants…

This phase 3 trial tests whether a new drug called petosemtamab, combined with chemotherapy, works better than the current standard treatment (cetuximab plus chemotherapy) for people with left-sided colorectal cancer that cannot be surgically removed or has spread. The study incl…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called CS5007 in people with advanced solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery. The drug is designed to seek out and attack cancer cells while sparing healthy ones. The study will first find the safest dose and then check if the drug …

This study is for people with advanced gastrointestinal cancers that are growing despite immunotherapy. Researchers want to see if adding targeted radiation to one tumor can help the immune system attack other tumors throughout the body. About 28 participants will receive radiati…

This phase 2 trial tests whether alternating between two chemotherapy regimens (mFOLFOX and mFOLFIRI) works better than using just one (mFOLFOX) as a second-line treatment for advanced biliary tract cancer. The study will enroll 130 adults whose cancer has progressed after first-…

This trial tests whether delivering chemotherapy directly to the liver through a pump, combined with standard systemic chemotherapy, can shrink liver tumors from colorectal cancer enough to allow surgery. The study enrolls people whose liver metastases are initially inoperable bu…

This study tests whether a blood test (ctDNA) can help doctors customize the dose of chemoradiation for people with anal cancer. Depending on how the tumor responds, some patients may get a lower radiation dose to reduce side effects, while others may get a higher dose or an adde…

This early-stage study tests a new tablet called GW01-200 in 100 people with advanced solid tumors or blood cancers that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the right dose, and see if it can shrink tumors. Participan…

This early-stage trial tests two experimental pills (PF-07799544 and PF-07799933) taken twice daily at home by adults with advanced solid tumors that have a specific gene change called BRAF V600. The study aims to find safe doses and see if the drugs can shrink tumors. About 124 …

This study tests a new daily pill, GFH375, against standard chemotherapy in 320 people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has a specific KRAS G12D gene mutation. Participants must have already tried at least one standard treatment. The goal is to see if the new drug helps peopl…

This study tests whether adding a second immunotherapy drug (ipilimumab) to the standard combination of sintilimab and chemotherapy helps shrink stomach tumors before surgery and keeps cancer from coming back afterward. About 720 adults with resectable stomach or gastroesophageal…

This trial tests whether giving the immunotherapy drug durvalumab along with standard chemotherapy before surgery can shrink high-risk liver cancer (cholangiocarcinoma) and reduce the amount of tissue that needs to be removed. About 27 patients with resectable tumors will receive…

This large Phase 2/3 trial is testing whether adding an investigational drug called telisotuzumab adizutecan to standard chemotherapy (FOLFOX) can help people with metastatic pancreatic cancer live longer or shrink their tumors. About 900 participants will be randomly assigned to…

This Phase 3 trial tests a new drug called precemtabart tocentecan, alone or with bevacizumab, against a standard treatment for metastatic colorectal cancer that has progressed after prior therapies. About 1,020 participants will be randomly assigned to one of three treatment gro…

This early-phase trial tests a new drug called MRG007 (ARR-217) in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study aims to find a safe dose and check if the drug can shrink tumors. About 405 participants with colorectal, gastric, or pan…

This study tests a new therapy where a person's own white blood cells are collected, genetically modified in a lab to recognize and attack cancer cells with a specific mutation (KRAS G12V), and then infused back. Participants also receive chemotherapy and a drug to boost cell act…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called YL211 in 155 people with advanced solid tumors who have no standard treatment options left. The study has three parts: first, finding a safe dose; then, confirming that dose; and finally, testing how well it works. The main goals are…

This phase 2 trial tests whether specially selected immune cells taken from a patient's own tumor, grown in large numbers in the lab, and given back along with the drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) can shrink tumors in people with metastatic colorectal, pancreatic, ovarian, breast, o…

This early-phase study tests CBX-12 in about 35 adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread and stopped responding to prior treatments. CBX-12 works by entering cancer cells and damaging their DNA, which can kill the cells. Researchers will measure how well the drug trigge…

This early-stage trial is testing an experimental vaccine called YMN-136 in people with advanced liver, pancreatic, or biliary tract cancer that has progressed after standard treatment. The main goal is to check the vaccine's safety and find the best dose, while also seeing if it…

This phase II trial is testing whether the combination of cabozantinib (a targeted therapy) and nivolumab (an immunotherapy) can shrink or stabilize advanced melanoma and head and neck cancers that have stopped responding to prior immunotherapy. Researchers are also checking if t…

This trial is testing whether combining pidnarulex (a drug that blocks cancer cell growth) with cemiplimab (an immunotherapy that helps the immune system attack cancer) is safe and effective for people with advanced colorectal cancer that no longer responds to standard treatments…

This study tests OTP-01, a new drug that targets two cancer pathways (PD-1 and VEGFR2) at once, in 170 adults with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to find the best dose, check safety, and see if the drug can shrink tum…

This study tests a new treatment for adults with certain cancers (pancreatic, kidney, breast, melanoma, or ovarian) that have a protein called CD70. Doctors take a sample of your blood, modify your white blood cells in a lab to recognize and attack CD70, and then give them back t…

This study tests a wearable patch called MultiSense that tracks heart rate and other vital signs for five days after a patient leaves the hospital following major digestive surgery. The goal is to see if the patch allows high-risk patients to be discharged earlier while still cat…

This study tests a new drug called GTAEXS617 in people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, pancreatic, or ovarian cancer) that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug can shrink tumors. About 230 p…

This phase 2 study tests an experimental drug called BT5528 in adults with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has spread and worsened after one prior treatment. The drug targets a specific protein on cancer cells. Researchers will measure how well it shrinks tumors and track side …

This early-phase trial is testing whether combining two experimental drugs, JAB-21822 and JAB-3312, can safely shrink or control advanced solid tumors that carry a specific KRAS G12C mutation. The study includes people with cancers like non-small cell lung, colorectal, or pancrea…

This early-phase trial tests a new drug called Aza-TdC in adults with advanced solid tumors that have worsened after standard treatment or have no effective therapy. The drug is taken by mouth in 21-day cycles and aims to reactivate genes that may slow tumor growth. The main goal…

This phase 2 trial is testing a drug called datopotamab deruxtecan (Dato-DXd), alone or with other cancer medicines, in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumours. The study includes seven cancer types and aims to see if the drug shrinks tumours and how safe it is. Around 4…

This early study tests a PD-1 mRNA vaccine in 9 adults with advanced liver cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The vaccine is given as weekly shots for four weeks, then a fifth shot a month later. The main goal is to check safety, but researchers will also see i…

This trial tests whether giving extra chemotherapy or a combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy after standard treatment can improve outcomes for people with nasopharyngeal carcinoma. The choice of treatment is based on each patient's risk level, determined by changes in a …

This study tests a new drug called AZD9793 in people with advanced liver cancer that has spread. The drug is an antibody designed to help the body's immune cells find and attack cancer cells. The main goals are to check if the drug is safe and if it can shrink tumors. About 304 a…

This study is the first time the drug BNT3214 is being tested in people. It aims to find a safe and effective dose for adults with advanced solid tumors. The trial has three parts: first, finding the best dose; then, testing it in different cancer types. About 533 participants wi…

This study tests a drug called tivozanib in people with bile duct cancer that cannot be removed by surgery and has already been treated with chemotherapy. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow the cancer. Participants take tivozanib by …

This study tests an experimental drug called SMP-3124LP, which is a liposomal (fat-encapsulated) version of a cancer-fighting compound. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The trial has two parts: first, finding the safest d…

This study looks at whether removing the entire pancreas is better than removing just part of it for people with certain cancers in the head of the pancreas who are at high risk of complications. The main goal is to see if total removal helps patients live longer without hurting …

This trial tests whether phycocyanin, a natural protein from spirulina, can reduce liver injury and support recovery in adults having part of their liver removed due to intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma. About 30 participants will take either phycocyanin or a placebo daily for thre…

This study tests a new oral drug (SR-8541A) combined with two immunotherapy drugs for people with a tough-to-treat type of colorectal cancer (MSS-CRC) that has spread and stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal is to find the best dose and see if the combination is sa…

This trial tests an experimental oral drug called TT-702 in people with advanced solid tumors. The drug works by blocking a protein that tumors use to hide from the immune system. The study aims to find the safest dose of TT-702 when given alone and in combination with an immunot…

This early-phase study tests a combination of two drugs (BMS-986504 and olaparib) in adults with advanced solid tumors that have lost a gene called MTAP. The main goal is to find safe doses and understand side effects. About 36 people will take part, and the study is currently re…

This study tests an experimental drug called HRX215 in people who had part of their liver removed because colon cancer spread there. The drug is meant to help the liver grow back and work better after surgery. About 80 adults will take either HRX215 or a placebo for 28 days, and …

This early-stage study tests a new drug called FP008 in 108 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and find the right dose. Researchers will also look at how the drug works in the body and whether…

This study is testing an experimental drug called SHR-4298 in 200 people with advanced solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery or cured by standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and see if it can shrink tumors or slow cancer…

This trial tests whether a personalized nutrition plan, combined with exercise and psychological support before surgery, can improve outcomes for people with primary liver cancer. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either standard dietary advice or an enhanced program …

This study tests a drug called ivosidenib in people with a specific type of bile duct cancer (IDH1-mutated) that has been surgically removed. After standard chemotherapy, participants take ivosidenib daily to see if it helps keep the cancer from returning. The trial involves 40 a…

This early-phase study tests a new treatment called MQ710, a modified virus injected directly into tumors, alone or with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab. It is for people with advanced solid tumors (like skin cancer or head and neck cancer) that have not responded to standar…

This study tests whether giving immunotherapy before surgery can help people with a common type of colorectal cancer (MSS) that has spread to the liver. About 24 participants will receive the drug dupilumab before their liver surgery. The goal is to see if this approach is safe a…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called COM503, alone or with another drug zimberelimab, in 200 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose. It is a first-in-human study, so effe…

This study tests if a new combination of drugs (DSP107 and atezolizumab) works better than an existing treatment (fruquintinib) for people with advanced colorectal cancer that is microsatellite stable (MSS). About 90 adults who have already tried other therapies will be randomly …

This study compares two drug combinations for people with advanced stomach, gastroesophageal junction, or esophageal cancer that hasn't been treated yet. One group gets pumitamig plus chemotherapy, the other gets nivolumab plus chemotherapy. The goal is to see which combo works b…

This early-phase trial is testing a new drug called PHST001, which helps the immune system attack cancer cells by blocking a protein called CD24. The study will first test PHST001 alone, then in combination with standard chemotherapy, in adults with advanced solid tumors (includi…

This study tests a new drug (HRS-4642) combined with standard chemotherapy (nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine) in 30 people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that has a specific gene change (KRAS G12D). The goal is to shrink tumors enough to allow surgery. Participants will ha…

This study tests a new drug called AZD8205, alone or with another drug (rilvegostomig), in people with advanced solid tumors like breast, ovarian, and lung cancers. The trial has two phases: first to find the safest dose, then to see if it shrinks tumors. About 460 adults whose c…

This study tests an experimental drug called AZD9574, taken alone or with other anti-cancer medicines, in about 695 people whose advanced solid tumors have grown despite prior treatment. The main goals are to check the drug's safety and find the right dose. Researchers will also …

This early-stage trial is testing a new biologic drug, GEN1106, in about 103 people with advanced solid tumors, including bladder cancer. The study has three parts: first, finding a safe dose; then refining it; finally, checking how well the drug shrinks tumors. All participants …

This early-phase study tests a new drug called DS-3939a in about 540 people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The main goals are to check safety and see if the drug shrinks tumors. Participants must have measurable disease and good organ function.

This trial tests an experimental drug called STAR0602, which is designed to help the immune system attack cancer cells. It is being studied in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is given alone or combined with chemotherapy, …

This phase II trial is testing whether adding chemotherapy or chemo-immunotherapy before standard salvage surgery can improve outcomes for patients with PD-L1 positive head and neck cancer that has come back. About 180 participants will receive either carboplatin and paclitaxel, …

This phase 2 trial tests whether obeticholic acid can reduce damage from bile acids in people with Barrett's esophagus, a condition that can lead to esophageal cancer. About 30 adults with Barrett's esophagus will take the drug or a placebo for 6 months. Researchers will measure …

This early-stage study is testing a new drug called M0324, a bispecific antibody designed to target cancer cells. The trial will look at M0324 alone, with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, and with chemotherapy in about 77 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded …

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding lenvatinib to the STRIDE regimen (durvalumab plus tremelimumab) works better than STRIDE alone for people with advanced liver cancer that cannot be surgically removed. About 140 adults who have not had prior systemic therapy will be enrolle…

This study tests an experimental pill called VS-7375, designed to block a specific cancer-driving protein (KRAS G12D). The trial includes people with metastatic colorectal cancer that has this mutation. Some participants receive VS-7375 alone, others get it combined with an antib…

This trial compares two surgical bypass procedures for people with advanced stomach cancer that blocks the passage of food. The standard approach connects the stomach directly to the small intestine, while the experimental approach adds a partial partition of the stomach to reduc…

This study is testing a new way to find and treat several types of advanced solid tumors, including kidney, pancreatic, and colorectal cancers. It uses a special radioactive compound that attaches to a protein found on these cancer cells. The study has multiple parts: first, to s…

This early-phase study tests a new treatment called TNhYP218 CAR T cells for people with solid tumors that have high levels of a protein called mesothelin, including mesothelioma. Participants' own immune cells are collected, modified in a lab to better attack cancer, and then gi…

This trial tests whether combining bexmarilimab with nivolumab can help people whose cancers no longer respond to immunotherapy. It focuses on two cancers: non-small cell lung cancer and melanoma. The study first finds the safest dose of bexmarilimab to give with a fixed dose of …

This early-stage study tests a new drug called JL19001 in people with advanced solid tumors or a type of lymphoma that has come back or not responded to treatment. The main goal is to find a safe dose and check for side effects. About 14 participants will receive the drug as a sh…

This trial tests whether completely closing the wound left after removing large flat colon polyps (at least 20 mm) reduces complications like delayed bleeding or perforation. About 686 adults scheduled for polyp removal will be randomly assigned to either have the wound closed wi…

This phase 2 trial is testing whether giving two different chemotherapy regimens one after the other can shrink pancreatic tumors that are borderline or locally advanced, making them easier to remove surgically. The study enrolls 64 adults with pancreatic adenocarcinoma. Particip…

This trial is testing whether adding hepatic arterial infusion chemotherapy (HAIC) to a combination of lenvatinib, sintilimab, and drug-eluting bead chemoembolization (DEB-TACE) can better control large liver cancers (over 7 cm) that have spread into the portal vein. About 320 pa…

This study tests an experimental drug called SG1906 in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific protein (CLDN18.2) on their surface. The trial has two parts: first, finding the safest dose, and then checking for early signs that the drug can shrink tumors. About 60 …

This early-phase trial is testing whether adding an experimental drug called CA-4948 to standard chemotherapy (FOLFOX) and a targeted therapy (bevacizumab) is safe for people with metastatic colorectal cancer. About 24 adults whose cancer has spread and cannot be surgically remov…

This trial is testing whether a special radiation technique, called lymphocyte-sparing radiotherapy, can reduce the drop in immune cells (lymphocytes) that often happens during standard chemoradiation for esophageal cancer. The study will compare this new approach to conventional…

This early-phase trial tests MGC026, a biologic drug given by IV, in 250 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, then expanding to see if the drug shrinks tumors. Participants receive u…

This study tests a new drug called AZD4956, alone or with other cancer drugs, in people with advanced or spreading solid tumors that have a specific DNA repair defect (HRR deficiency). The main goals are to check safety, find the best dose, and see if the drug can shrink tumors. …

This phase II trial is testing whether the drug olaparib can help prevent pancreatic cancer from coming back in people who have already had surgery and chemotherapy and carry a BRCA1, BRCA2, or PALB2 mutation. Olaparib is a targeted therapy that blocks a repair enzyme cancer cell…

This early-phase study tests a new drug called HLX3902 in about 48 people with advanced prostate cancer or other solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and find the best dose. The drug is designed to help the …

This trial is testing whether a blood test that detects HPV DNA can help doctors safely reduce the amount of radiation given after surgery for HPV-positive throat cancer. After surgery, patients with undetectable HPV DNA in their blood may receive a lower dose of radiation, while…

This trial asks a key question: for people with advanced metastatic stomach cancer whose tumors shrink significantly after initial medical therapy (called conversion therapy), does adding radical surgery improve their chances of living longer without the disease progressing? The …

This trial is testing whether giving a stronger chemotherapy regimen (mFOLFIRINOX) early can improve outcomes for people with stage II-III colon cancer who still have signs of cancer DNA in their blood during standard adjuvant chemo. Participants are randomly assigned to either r…

This phase 3 trial is testing whether an experimental immunotherapy called IBI363, combined with the anti-angiogenic drug bevacizumab, can help people with advanced colorectal cancer that has stopped responding to standard treatments. About 550 adults whose cancer has progressed …

This study gives people with cancer continued access to an experimental Roche treatment they were already receiving in a previous trial. It is for patients who still need the drug and cannot get it locally. The goal is to keep providing the treatment and monitor any side effects.

This study tests a combination of two drugs, nilotinib (a pill) and paclitaxel (given by IV), for people with rare advanced cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drugs can shrink or stop tumor growth. About 82 adults with specific rare …

This early-stage trial tests IM-1021, an antibody-drug conjugate designed to deliver a cancer-killing drug directly to tumor cells. It enrolls 117 adults with advanced solid tumors or B-cell lymphomas that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check saf…

This phase II trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug relatlimab to standard nivolumab maintenance therapy can extend the time before cancer grows or spreads in patients with recurrent or metastatic nasopharyngeal cancer linked to Epstein-Barr virus. Participants first …

This extension study follows people with von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) disease or advanced solid tumors who are already taking belzutifan in another trial. The goal is to see how long they live and how safe the drug is over the long term. About 450 participants will take belzutifan by …

This study tests a device that uses both freezing and heating to destroy liver tumors in people with liver cancer or colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver. The goal is to see if this approach improves how long patients live without their cancer growing, and whether it ac…

This early-phase study tests an experimental drug called VAX014, which 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 study will first find a safe dose of VAX014 alone, then te…

This early-stage trial tests two experimental mRNA therapies (mRNA-4106 and mRNA-4200) in 42 people with advanced solid tumors like melanoma, lung, or liver cancer. Some participants receive the mRNA therapy alone, others get it combined with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab.…

This phase 2 trial is testing an experimental drug called patritumab deruxtecan (HER3-DXd) in 740 people with advanced solid tumors, including melanoma, lung, breast, and other cancers. The drug is given by IV every three weeks. The main goal is to see if the drug shrinks tumors.…

This trial is testing whether proton beam radiation, a more precise form of radiation, causes fewer stomach and bowel side effects than standard photon radiation when given before surgery for high-risk rectal cancer. About 254 patients will be randomly assigned to receive either …

This early-stage trial tests an experimental oral drug called SHY-ONC6 in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors (including breast, colon, lung, pancreatic, and others) that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The study aims to find a safe dose and check for …

This early-stage study is testing a new treatment for people with metastatic colorectal cancer that has stopped responding to standard therapies. The treatment uses a two-step process to deliver a radioactive particle directly to cancer cells, aiming to control the disease. About…

This study tests a new way to give the drug rilvegostomig as a shot under the skin instead of through an IV. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors who have already tried standard treatments. The goal is to find a dose that works as well as the IV version and to check for si…

This trial tests whether a combination of contact X-ray brachytherapy and short-course radiotherapy can preserve the rectum in people with early-stage rectal cancer. Participants receive this experimental radiation regimen, with some also getting chemotherapy. The goal is to see …

This study tests an experimental oral drug called GS-1206 in adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have a specific genetic mutation. The main goals are to evaluate the drug's safety, tolerability, and how the body processes it. Participants must have tumors that ha…

This study tests a procedure called pulmonary suffusion, which delivers the chemotherapy drug cisplatin directly to the lungs through a minimally invasive method. The goal is to control any remaining cancer cells after surgery or ablation in patients with sarcoma or colorectal ca…

This trial is testing a new drug called DS1025a in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread, cannot be removed by surgery, or have stopped responding to other treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, how the body processes it, and whether it shows any …

This study tests an experimental drug called BLU-924 (SAR449336) in people with advanced pancreatic, lung, or colorectal cancers that have specific KRAS mutations. The drug is designed to block the cancer-driving KRAS protein. The trial will enroll about 265 participants to evalu…

This study tests whether adding an experimental drug (KQB198) to the standard cancer pill imatinib can shrink or control advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST). About 46 adults with a specific gene mutation (KIT or PDGFRA) will receive the combination. The goal is to see…

This phase II trial tests whether a combination of three drugs—balstilimab, botensilimab, and agenT-797—can shrink tumors in adults with a specific type of advanced colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver. All 17 participants will receive the treatment, and researchers wil…

This large Phase 3 trial is testing whether a newer targeted drug, trastuzumab deruxtecan (Enhertu), combined with chemotherapy and possibly the immunotherapy pembrolizumab (Keytruda), works better than the current standard treatment for advanced HER2-positive stomach or gastroes…

This study tests whether adding a device that delivers amplitude-modulated radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (Therabionic P1) to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel) can help control metastatic pancreatic cancer. About 30 adults with advanced pancreatic canc…

This study tests a new drug called rezatapopt (PC14586) in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific TP53 Y220C mutation. The drug is designed to reactivate the p53 protein, which normally helps stop cancer growth. The trial will also test rezatapopt combined with th…

This early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called MBS8(1V270), given alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety and find the right dose. About 1…

This early-stage study tests a new drug called LOXO-783 in people with advanced breast cancer or other solid tumors that have a specific change in the PIK3CA gene. The main goals are to find the safest dose and check for side effects. About 193 participants will take the drug alo…

This phase 3 trial compares a subcutaneous (under-the-skin) injection of tislelizumab to the standard intravenous (IV) infusion, both given with chemotherapy, as a first treatment for advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that cannot be removed by surgery or has sp…

This study tests whether using inhaled budesonide (a steroid commonly used for asthma) for one year can stop lung inflammation from coming back in cancer patients who had a serious immune reaction to immunotherapy. About 94 adults with solid tumors who recently had lung inflammat…

This study tests new experimental drugs combined with standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy for people with advanced stomach, gastroesophageal junction, or esophageal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread. About 160 participants will receive the combination to …

This early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called DM005 in 136 people with advanced solid tumors, including lung, head and neck, and other cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and se…

This early-phase study tests a new drug called BG-T187, a special antibody that targets two proteins (EGFR and MET) on cancer cells. It is given alone or with other drugs to people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The main goals are to check safet…

This early-phase study tests an experimental drug called DM002 in about 160 people with advanced solid tumors (ovarian, prostate, endometrial, colorectal, or other solid cancers). The study has two parts: first, finding a safe dose by giving small groups gradually higher doses; s…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called GAIA-102 in children whose neuroblastoma or other solid tumors have not responded to standard treatments. The study has four groups, testing GAIA-102 alone or combined with other cancer drugs. The main goal is to check safety and fin…

This trial tests several cancer drugs in children and young adults with solid tumors. It uses a master protocol to test different drug combinations more efficiently. About 105 participants will receive one of eight drugs, including ramucirumab, cyclophosphamide, and others. The g…

This trial tests three different ways to reconnect the digestive tract after stomach cancer surgery to see which one best controls blood sugar in people who also have type 2 diabetes. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three surgical procedures. The main goal is to …

This trial tests a personalized approach to treating advanced solid tumors. Doctors take a patient's own immune cells, train them to recognize that patient's specific cancer mutations, and inject them back under the skin. The goal is to see if these customized cells can safely tr…

This study is testing a drug called patritumab deruxtecan in people with advanced gastrointestinal cancers that have spread. The drug is given through a vein and aims to shrink tumors. The trial will check how safe the drug is and how many people's cancers respond to treatment. A…

This trial tests whether a personalized exercise program can safely help cancer survivors improve their physical fitness and quality of life. Participants who have finished curative treatment at least two months ago will receive a tailored plan based on heart, lung, and muscle as…

This phase 2 trial tests a new approach for patients with a specific type of mid-low rectal cancer (pMMR/MSS). Participants receive a short course of radiation followed by six cycles of the immunotherapy drug ivonescimab. The goal is to see if this combination can make the cancer…

This phase II trial is testing whether giving a combination of two immunotherapies (sintilimab and IBI-310) along with chemotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for people with a specific type of locally advanced rectal cancer (MSI-H/dMMR). The main goal is to see how ofte…

This early-phase study tests a new drug called STRO-004 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study has three parts: finding a safe dose of STRO-004 alone, testing that dose in more patients, and combining STRO-004 with another d…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called PHN-012 in people with advanced colon, pancreatic, or lung cancer that has stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug is an antibody-drug conjugate, designed to deliver a powerful cancer-killing agent directly to tumor cells…

This early-phase study tests a new radioactive drug, LY4337713, in people with advanced cancers that have high levels of a protein called FAP. The cancers include certain types of ovarian, breast, pancreatic, colorectal, esophageal, stomach, and bile duct cancers. The study aims …

This trial is testing an investigational drug called ARV-6723, given as a pill, in people with advanced solid tumors. The drug is designed to help the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells. The study will test ARV-6723 alone and in combination with pembrolizumab, an imm…

This early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called EVOLVE104 in people with advanced bladder cancer or several types of squamous cell carcinoma (lung, esophagus, skin, and others). The study aims to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. It is for pati…

This early-stage study tests a new treatment called NT-175 for people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colon, or breast cancer) that have a specific mutation (TP53 R175H) and a certain immune marker (HLA-A*02:01). NT-175 is made from a patient's own immune cells, which are …

This study is testing whether taking the antibiotic metronidazole and using a chlorhexidine mouth rinse for 10 days before surgery can lower the amount of bacteria living inside oral cancer tumors. The researchers will compare bacteria levels before and after treatment in 30 adul…

This study tests whether adding the experimental drug INCA33890 to standard chemotherapy and bevacizumab helps people with metastatic colorectal cancer that is microsatellite stable (a type that doesn't respond well to immunotherapy). About 700 adults who have not had prior treat…

This early-phase trial tests a new type of cell therapy called TCR1188-ABC for people with certain advanced cancers (pancreatic, colorectal, lung, or bile duct) that have a specific KRAS G12V mutation. The treatment involves taking a patient's own immune cells, engineering them t…

This study tests an experimental drug, REGN7508, to see if it works better than the standard blood thinner apixaban for treating and preventing blood clots in people with cancer. The trial will include about 1,600 participants with or without cancer who have deep vein thrombosis …

This early-phase study tests a new drug called BG-C0979, alone or with another drug (tislelizumab), 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 if the drug shrinks tumors. Ab…

This study tests an experimental oral drug called zongertinib, which blocks HER2, a protein that fuels cancer growth. It is given alone or with other cancer drugs to adults with advanced HER2+ breast, stomach, or colorectal cancer that has spread and not responded to prior treatm…

This Phase 3 trial is testing whether adding a new targeted pill (INCB161734) to standard chemotherapy helps people with a specific type of advanced pancreatic cancer (KRAS G12D mutation) live longer. About 588 participants who have not had prior treatment for metastatic disease …

This study tests a new drug, LY4257496, that delivers radiation directly to cancer cells with a specific protein (GRPR). It is for adults with advanced solid tumors like breast, prostate, or colorectal cancer that have not responded to other treatments. The goal is to see if the …

This early-phase trial tests a new immunotherapy called CARE T cells in children and young adults with solid tumors that have returned or not responded to standard treatment. The cells are taken from the patient, genetically modified to recognize a protein (GPC3) found on many so…

This trial is testing an experimental therapy called STX-003, which uses mRNA to produce a protein that may help the immune system fight cancer. It is given intravenously, either alone or with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda). The study involves adults with advance…

This study is for people with a type of stomach cancer that is H. pylori-positive and can be removed with surgery. It compares standard chemotherapy before and after surgery to the same chemotherapy plus treatment to eliminate H. pylori bacteria. The goal is to see if adding the …

This study tests a new way of giving chemotherapy to people with pancreatic cancer that is on the edge of being removable. The goal is to shrink the tumor enough for successful surgery. About 35 adults will receive two different chemo drug combinations in alternating cycles. The …

This early-phase trial tests the safety and best dose of two drugs—neratinib and trastuzumab deruxtecan—given together to people with advanced solid tumors that have HER2 gene changes. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors that have spread or can't be removed by…

This study tests a drug called ifinatamab deruxtecan (I-DXd) in people with 13 types of advanced solid tumors that have come back or spread. The trial aims to see how well the drug shrinks tumors and what side effects it causes. About 520 participants will receive the drug intrav…

This trial is testing a device called COLO-BT™, a temporary balloon tube placed inside the bowel after colorectal surgery. The goal is to see if it can safely divert stool away from the surgical connection, potentially avoiding the need for a temporary ileostomy (a stoma bag). Th…

This study tests a new drug called zanzalintinib, alone or with other immune-boosting drugs, in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal is to find safe doses and see if the combination can shrink tumors or slow their growth.…

This phase 3 study tests whether giving two drugs (tislelizumab and lenvatinib) before surgery can help prevent liver cancer from returning in patients at high risk of recurrence. About 198 adults with early-stage liver cancer will be enrolled. The main goal is to see if this app…

This early-phase study tests a new treatment called GC203 TIL, which uses a patient's own immune cells that are modified in a lab to better fight cancer. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors that no longer respond to standard therapies. The main goal is to check safety, an…

This trial tests an experimental drug called KLS-1, a form of zinc aspartate enriched with a specific zinc isotope, in adults with certain solid tumors (like melanoma, prostate, or pancreatic cancer) or chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). The goal is to find the safest and most e…

This trial tests whether a blood test that detects HPV DNA can help doctors personalize treatment for people with HPV-related throat cancer. Participants receive radiation therapy, with or without chemotherapy, but the intensity is adjusted based on their blood test results and c…

This study tests whether a stronger chemotherapy mix (mFOLFIRINOX) works better than the standard mix (FOLFOX) for people with advanced stomach, esophageal, or gastroesophageal junction cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. Some participants also receive the immunotherapy dru…

This phase 2 trial is testing whether the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab, given before surgery, can help treat HPV-related throat cancer that can be removed. About 20 adults with stage I oropharyngeal cancer will receive two doses of atezolizumab followed by standard surgery. Th…

This phase II trial is comparing a new combination of two immunotherapies (iparomlimab and tuvonralimab) against standard chemotherapy plus a PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitor as a first-line treatment for people with recurrent or metastatic gastric cancer that is MSI-H or dMMR. The study aim…

This study tests whether a blood test that detects tumor DNA can help doctors choose the right amount of chemotherapy and radiation after surgery for HPV-positive throat cancer. The goal is to give less intense treatment to patients with a low risk of cancer returning, reducing s…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called LY4052031, which is designed to deliver a cancer-killing agent directly to tumor cells that have a protein called Nectin-4. The study includes 420 adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors such as bladder, breast, lung, and oth…

This study tests whether text-based support can help rural cancer survivors who smoke to quit. Participants will either receive text messages that gradually reduce cigarette use or a self-help manual. The goal is to see which approach works better for long-term smoking cessation.

This phase III trial is testing whether adding focused treatments—like high-dose radiation, surgery, or heat ablation—to standard chemotherapy can help people with colorectal cancer that has spread to up to four sites. The goal is to see if destroying those metastatic tumors impr…

This study tests whether adding cetuximab to standard immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) helps people with advanced head and neck cancer that has stopped responding to platinum chemotherapy live longer. About 158 adults with cancer that has returned or spread will receive either pembr…

This early-phase trial is testing whether a drug called camonsertib, combined with a precise type of radiation, can help control head and neck cancers that have come back or cannot be removed by surgery. About 39 adults with these cancers will receive the drug along with focused …

This early-stage trial is testing an experimental immunotherapy called AB122, given alone or combined with other investigational drugs, in people with advanced solid tumors such as pancreatic, colorectal, lung, and stomach cancers. The goal is to find out which combinations are s…

This early-stage trial is testing a new drug called IDE892, alone or with another drug (IDE397), in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic deletion (MTAP). The study aims to find safe doses and see if the drugs shrink tumors. It includes 260 adults with ca…

This early-phase trial tests a personalized therapy for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. Doctors take immune cells from a sample of the patient's tumor, grow them into large numbers in a lab, and infuse them back into the patient. …

This early-phase trial tests a new therapy called GC203 TIL, which uses a patient's own immune cells that are genetically modified to better attack pancreatic cancer. Ten adults whose cancer has not responded to standard treatments will receive these cells after a short course of…

This trial investigates whether tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs) — immune cells taken from a patient's own tumor — can be expanded in the lab and infused back to attack cancer. It enrolls adults aged 18 to 75 with advanced solid tumors who have failed standard treatments. Th…

This early-phase study tests a personalized cell therapy for people with advanced gastrointestinal tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. Doctors take immune cells from the patient's own tumor, grow them in a lab, and infuse them back after a short chemotherapy pr…

This study tests a new drug called ASP3082 in 60 people with advanced lung or pancreatic cancer that has a specific gene change (KRAS G12D). Participants receive the drug intravenously once a week in 21-day cycles. The main goal is to see how well the drug shrinks tumors and to u…

This Phase 1 trial tests IDOV-Immune, a genetically engineered virus designed to infect and destroy cancer cells while boosting the immune system. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors (like colorectal, pancreatic, or lung cancer) that have not responded to standard treatme…

This trial investigates whether adding the immunotherapy drug serplulimab (HLX10) to standard chemotherapy (S-1 and oxaliplatin) before and after surgery can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced, PD-L1-positive stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. Participant…

This phase 3 trial is testing whether adding a chemotherapy pump that delivers drugs directly to the liver (hepatic arterial infusion, or HAI) can help people with colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver and cannot be removed by surgery. About 408 participants will receive…

This study compares two types of robotic surgery for rectal cancer: single-port (one small incision) and multi-port (several incisions). Researchers want to see which approach is safer and leads to fewer complications. Forty adults with rectal cancer will take part, and the study…

This trial tests whether removing fewer lymph nodes from the neck (selective dissection, levels I-IV) works as well as the standard more extensive removal (modified dissection, levels I-V) in people with oral cancer that has spread to a single lymph node. The goal is to see if th…

This early-stage trial is testing a new drug called FS-8002, alone or combined with other treatments, in 66 people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard care. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and get a first look at whether th…

This study tests a new drug, BI 1703880, combined with ezabenlimab in adults with advanced solid tumors that haven't responded to other treatments. The main goal is to find a safe dose of BI 1703880. Participants receive both drugs as infusions, with BI 1703880 given weekly then …

This early-stage study tests a new robotic surgery method that uses only one small incision to remove stomach cancer. The goal is to see if it is safe and works well. Twenty adults with stomach cancer will take part, and doctors will watch for complications during and up to 30 da…

This study tests a new drug called SKB571 in 120 adults with gastrointestinal tumors. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors and how safe it is. Participants will receive the drug and be monitored for side effects and cancer progression. The study is not yet recruiting.

This study is for people with stage III colon cancer who have had surgery. It uses a blood test called Signatera to look for leftover cancer DNA. Depending on the results, patients get either immediate or delayed chemotherapy, and the type and length of chemo are tailored to thei…

This early-stage trial is testing a new antibody called GEN1079 in people with certain advanced solid tumors. The study has three parts: first, finding a safe dose; then refining the dose; and finally, checking if the drug shrinks tumors. About 121 participants will receive the a…

This Phase 2 trial tests whether adding a personalized cancer vaccine (autogene cevumeran) and an immunotherapy drug (atezolizumab) to standard chemotherapy (mFOLFIRINOX) can keep pancreatic cancer from coming back after surgery. About 260 people whose tumors were completely remo…

This study tests a new drug called ifinatamab deruxtecan (I-DXd) in people with advanced esophageal cancer that has worsened after standard treatments like platinum chemotherapy and immunotherapy. About 510 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either I-DXd or a standard ch…

This trial compares two surgical techniques for removing tumors near the pancreas (non-pancreatic periampullary adenocarcinomas). One method uses a single small incision plus one extra port, while the other uses the conventional five-port approach. The study will enroll 232 adult…

This phase II trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab to a targeted therapy (cabozantinib or lenvatinib) works better than the targeted therapy alone for people with advanced liver cancer that cannot be surgically removed. The study enrolls 122 adults whose…

This trial compares two types of neck surgery for people with oral cancer that has not spread to lymph nodes. One surgery removes lymph nodes from levels I to IV, while the other removes only levels I to III. The goal is to see whether the less extensive surgery can control cance…

This study tests whether adding an experimental drug (CDX-1140) to a standard immunotherapy (cemiplimab) before surgery can shrink advanced head and neck cancers more than the immunotherapy alone. About 44 people with stage III-IV head and neck cancer will receive either the comb…

This phase 3 study tests whether a new drug called ivonescimab, combined with standard chemotherapy (FOLFOX), works better than the current standard treatment (bevacizumab plus FOLFOX) for people with metastatic colorectal cancer that has spread. About 600 adults who have not had…

This phase II trial is testing whether giving the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) along with standard FOLFIRINOX chemotherapy before surgery can help shrink tumors in people with resectable pancreatic cancer. The study enrolls adults with localized, potentially resect…

This study tests an oral drug called zongertinib in adults with advanced solid tumors that have HER2 mutations or overexpression and have not responded to prior treatment. Participants take one of two daily doses and continue as long as they benefit. Doctors regularly check tumor…

This Phase 2 trial is testing a new drug called Rina-S (rinatabart sesutecan) in about 160 people with advanced gastrointestinal cancers that have spread or cannot be removed. The drug is given alone through an IV, and everyone receives it—no placebo. The study will check if the …

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called EVM14, given alone or with an immunotherapy (pembrolizumab), in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or come back. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug helps control the cancer. A…

This study is testing whether giving lower, less frequent doses of the cancer drug atezolizumab can still keep enough drug in the blood to fight cancer. About 30 adults with certain advanced cancers (like lung cancer or melanoma) will start with standard doses, then switch to a l…

This study compares two standard treatment approaches for older adults (age 70+) with locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal is to see which approach helps people live longer and with fewer side effects. About 230 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either convent…

This trial is testing whether adding radiotherapy and immunotherapy to standard chemotherapy can shrink advanced colon tumors more effectively than chemotherapy alone. Adults with a specific type of stage T4M0 colon cancer will receive either the combination or chemotherapy only,…

This early-stage trial tests a technique called PIPAC, which turns chemotherapy into a fine mist and sprays it directly into the abdomen during a keyhole surgery. The goal is to see if this method is safe and reduces side effects for people with biliary tract cancer that has spre…

This pilot trial is testing whether adding a combination of three widely used drugs—metformin, digoxin, and simvastatin (called C3)—to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine) can safely help people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has not responded to prior treatment. The study w…

This study is for children and young adults (up to age 30) with a rare type of soft tissue cancer called non-rhabdomyosarcoma. It tests whether adding the drugs pazopanib and selinexor to standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes. Participants receive treatment tailored to their…

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding radiotherapy to a combination of two drugs (QL1706 and bevacizumab) can shrink liver tumors that cannot currently be removed by surgery. The goal is to make enough tumors shrink so they can be surgically removed. The study will enroll 60 ad…

This early-phase study tests a new drug (PLN-101095) alone or with pembrolizumab in adults whose advanced solid tumors have stopped responding to standard immunotherapy. About 124 participants will receive the treatment to check safety and early signs of tumor shrinkage. The goal…

This early-phase trial is testing a personalized cancer vaccine (ABO2109) combined with an immunotherapy drug (toripalimab) in people with solid tumors. The vaccine is custom-made for each patient to target their specific cancer. The study aims to check the safety of this combina…

This study tests two experimental drugs, elironrasib and daraxonrasib, given alone or together, in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific KRAS G12C mutation. The goal is to see if the drugs are safe and can shrink or control the cancer. About 534 adults with lung,…

This early-phase study tests a new drug, BG-C477, in about 310 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and see if it can shrink tumors. The study is open-label, meaning ev…

This study tests an experimental drug called GSK5764227, given alone or with other treatments, in 320 people with advanced gastrointestinal cancers that have not responded to prior therapy. The main goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors and how safe it is. It is an early-s…

This study tests whether adding an experimental drug called zoldonrasib to standard chemotherapy helps people with a specific genetic form of metastatic pancreatic cancer (KRAS G12D mutation) live longer without their cancer growing. About 670 adults with advanced pancreatic canc…

This study tests whether combining experimental RAS(ON) inhibitors with ivonescimab (an immunotherapy) can shrink or control advanced solid tumors that have a RAS mutation. About 370 adults with cancers like non-small cell lung cancer or colorectal cancer will receive these drugs…

This early-stage study tests a new drug called MK-4884 in about 120 people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors (colorectal, kidney, lung, or bile duct cancer). The main goal is to check the drug's safety and find the right dose. Researchers will monitor side effects and how …

This phase II trial is testing whether a sentinel lymph node biopsy can guide radiation therapy to only one side of the neck in people with oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma. Currently, standard treatment often involves radiating both sides of the neck, which can harm saliva pr…

This trial is investigating whether it is safe to skip the removal of a specific group of lymph nodes (the No.253 lymph nodes) during surgery for mid and low rectal cancer. The standard surgery removes these nodes, but this study compares the long-term survival of patients who ha…

This early-stage trial is testing an experimental oral drug called OATD-02 in people with advanced or metastatic colorectal, ovarian, pancreatic, or renal cell cancer. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and whether it can help the immune system attack tumors by increasing arg…

This study tests whether a procedure called endoscopic ultrasound-guided radiofrequency ablation (EUS-RFA) can safely treat pancreatic lesions. The approach uses a special endoscope to deliver heat energy directly to the lesion. Researchers will enroll 60 people with pre-malignan…

This trial is investigating the best time to give immunotherapy for people with advanced esophageal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. Participants will receive either immunotherapy before chemoradiation or after, to see which sequence helps control the cancer longer. The …

This early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called TQB3107, taken as a tablet, in people with advanced malignant tumors. The goal is to find a safe dose and understand how the body processes the drug. TQB3107 is designed to block a specific target inside cancer cells, poten…

This trial is testing whether combining standard chemotherapy with a procedure that uses heat to destroy cancer cells can shrink pancreatic tumors before surgery. The approach uses an endoscope guided by ultrasound to deliver radiofrequency ablation directly to the tumor. Researc…

This trial is testing an experimental drug called petosemtamab (MCLA-158) in people with advanced solid tumors, including colorectal, head and neck, and lung cancers. The drug is a bispecific antibody designed to block two cancer-related proteins, EGFR and LGR5. Researchers want …

This trial tests whether adding an experimental immune therapy (QL1706) to standard chemotherapy can shrink tumors in people with advanced biliary tract cancer that has a specific marker (PD-L1 positive). About 38 participants will receive the combination every three weeks for up…

This trial compares two treatments for people with early-stage (T2) rectal cancer located near the anus. One group receives a less invasive procedure called transanal local excision followed by radiotherapy, while the other group undergoes standard major surgery (total mesorectal…

This early-phase trial is testing an experimental drug called ROSE12, alone or combined with other anti-tumor agents, in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to evaluate safety, determine the best dose, and look…

This large study is testing whether a combined screening approach—using a blood test for DNA markers plus stool tests for hidden blood and inflammation—can catch gastrointestinal cancers earlier and save lives. Researchers will randomly assign 10,000 adults aged 45–74 to either r…

This study is testing whether a new blood test can screen for many types of cancer at once. Researchers will enroll 24,000 adults aged 45-75 who do not have cancer. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two blood test groups or a control group. The goal is to see how w…

This study aims to develop a new, non-invasive diagnostic tool for colorectal cancer by analyzing gut microbiome signatures in stool samples. Researchers will enroll 1006 participants aged 50-74 who have tested positive on the standard fecal immunochemical test (FIT). By combinin…

This study is looking at whether the mix of bacteria in the gut can serve as a warning sign for colorectal cancer and advanced polyps. Researchers will collect stool samples from people aged 50-74 who are part of a national screening program and have had a positive fecal immunoch…

This study compares two ways to monitor older adults (ages 65-82) who have had colon polyps in the past: an annual stool test (FIT) or a colonoscopy every few years. About 9,000 participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two methods and followed for up to 11 years to se…

This study is testing whether a blood test can accurately identify colorectal cancer or polyps in adults referred for suspected lower GI cancer. Participants provide a blood sample during their routine diagnostic visit, and their results are compared to their final diagnosis. The…

This trial compares two blood tests—Haystack and Signatera—that look for tiny traces of tumor DNA in the blood after surgery for stage II-IV colorectal cancer. The goal is to see which test is better at detecting minimal residual disease, which could signal that cancer may come b…

This phase IV trial will enroll 5,500 people with liver cirrhosis or chronic hepatitis B—conditions that raise liver cancer risk. Participants are randomly assigned to either standard ultrasound screening or a new blood test called GALAD, which measures three proteins. The goal i…

This trial is testing whether a new radioactive tracer, called 68Ga-SorB, can help doctors see certain solid tumors on PET/CT scans. The tracer targets sortilin, a protein that is often found on cancer cells. About 50 adults with melanoma, liver, lung, breast, pancreatic, or ovar…

This trial is testing whether a special PET/CT scan using 18F-fluorocholine, along with a liquid biopsy, can predict how well patients with inoperable liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) will respond to immunotherapy. The study enrolls adults with this type of liver cancer wh…

This study aims to see if testing stool samples for multiple markers can accurately screen for stomach and colorectal cancers. About 5,000 adults scheduled for endoscopy will provide a stool sample before the procedure and be followed for two years. The goal is to develop a non-i…

This trial is testing whether a new PET imaging agent can safely and effectively detect a protein called MMP14 on solid tumors. The study will involve about 30 adults with various solid tumors, such as melanoma, lung, or breast cancer. Each participant will receive the experiment…

This pilot study explores whether a combination of advanced MRI scans and a blood test called HepQuant DuO can measure liver function in people receiving radiation therapy for liver cancer. The study will enroll about 40 adults with liver cancer or liver metastases. The goal is t…

This study tests a new imaging device called the Active Biopsy Guidance System to help doctors decide when and where to take tissue samples (biopsies) from mouth lesions. About 90 adults with suspicious mouth spots or a history of oral cancer will participate. The goal is to see …

This study tests a special PET scan that uses a radioactive tracer called 68Ga-FAPI-46 to highlight pancreatic cancer cells. The goal is to see if this scan can find tumors more accurately than current methods. About 130 adults with early-stage pancreatic cancer will get the scan…

This study looks at how well the Shield blood test finds colorectal cancer and advanced growths in people aged 45 to 81 who are at average risk. About 3,375 participants will take the test and then have a colonoscopy to compare results. The goal is to see if the blood test works …

This Phase I trial is testing an experimental imaging drug, 203Pb-RMX-VH-PIB, to see how it spreads through the body and how much radiation reaches different organs. The study includes adults with glioblastoma (a type of brain cancer) or pancreatic cancer. Participants receive a …

This early-stage study tests a new injection called [18F]LY4214835 to see if it is safe and how it spreads in the body. It includes healthy volunteers and people with cancer. The goal is to improve how doctors see tumors using imaging scans.

This study tests a new blood and urine test that looks for DNA markers to detect cancer early and identify where it started. Researchers at Mayo Clinic will enroll about 6,150 people, including those with and without cancer. The goal is to see if these tests can accurately find c…

This study is testing a special camera that uses a laser to take microscopic pictures of suspicious spots inside the mouth. The goal is to see if these images can help doctors diagnose oral cancers and guide surgery. About 140 people with oral cancer will have their lesions image…

This study evaluates a rapid test called Methylscape that measures DNA methylation patterns in body fluids like blood, urine, or saliva. The goal is to see if it can detect a cancer signal and even predict where the cancer started, using a single sample. Researchers will compare …

This study looks at whether people who have had 1 or 2 small, non-cancerous polyps removed can safely wait 10 years for their next colonoscopy instead of the usual 5 years. About 9,500 adults aged 45-69 will be randomly assigned to one of two schedules: a colonoscopy at 5 and 10 …

This study observes about 700 people with lung or liver cancer who are already receiving atezolizumab as a shot under the skin. Researchers want to see how satisfied patients are with this treatment and how it affects their quality of life. The study does not test a new drug but …

This phase II trial tests whether adding BMX-001 to standard symptom management can reduce severe mouth sores in head and neck cancer patients receiving chemoradiation. About 98 participants will receive either BMX-001 or a placebo alongside usual care. The goal is to see if BMX-…

This study is testing a program called FOCUS ON US, designed to help sexual and gender minority (LGBTQ+) cancer patients and their caregivers. The program includes five sessions covering topics like family involvement, coping skills, and symptom management. Researchers want to se…

This study tests whether using a special imaging technique called Red Dichromatic Imaging (RDI) throughout the entire ESD procedure can reduce serious complications like bleeding and perforation, and shorten surgery time. About 640 adults with early stomach cancer or precancerous…

This study tests whether a short psychotherapy called brief behavioral activation (BBA) can reduce depression and anxiety and improve well-being in older adults who have survived cancer. BBA encourages people to set goals and engage in enjoyable or rewarding activities to change …

This study looks at whether acupuncture can help young women (ages 15-40) with cancer get their periods back after chemotherapy caused them to stop. About 60 participants will receive acupuncture or usual care. Researchers will measure how many people join and finish the study, a…

This study explores whether a brief behavioral program can help cancer patients and their sleep partners get better rest. The program teaches techniques like limiting time in bed and going to bed only when sleepy, aiming to improve sleep efficiency. Participants, who are couples …

This study tests whether adding electroacupuncture and ear acupoint pressing beans to a standard opioid painkiller can better relieve severe cancer pain that doesn't respond to usual treatments. About 30 adults with refractory cancer pain will receive the combination for two week…

This study tests a non-invasive device called transcutaneous electrical acustimulation (TEA) in 190 elderly patients (65+) recovering from colorectal cancer surgery. The device delivers mild electrical pulses to the skin to stimulate bowel function. Participants receive TEA or a …

This pilot trial explores whether a couple-based mindfulness program, called Mindful PaCT, is practical and helpful for people with metastatic colorectal cancer and their partners. The program involves four weekly video sessions that teach mindfulness skills like awareness, accep…

This study tests whether expressive writing—reading and writing about positive experiences—can help cancer survivors manage stress. About 414 survivors will participate from home using a computer or smartphone. The goal is to see if this simple activity can lower stress and impro…

This study tests two supportive care programs—meditation and discussion sessions—for people with advanced (stage IV) cancer and their family caregivers. Researchers want to see if these programs can reduce depressive symptoms and improve quality of life. About 400 patient-caregiv…

This pilot trial tests an adaptive stepped-care digital intervention to improve sleep in Chinese cancer survivors with mild-to-moderate insomnia. Participants first receive a self-guided web-based CBT-I program or a simple exercise program; those who don't improve may be stepped …

This study tests a support program for Chinese cancer patients and survivors that includes education sessions, counseling, and peer support. The program is delivered by phone or video call. Researchers want to see if the program is practical and whether it improves quality of lif…

This study tests a special mental health program called DESCANSO/REST for Spanish-speaking Latino cancer patients who feel depressed, tired, or have trouble sleeping. The program is delivered through telehealth (video or phone calls). Researchers want to see if it is practical an…

This study tests whether psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, combined with talk therapy can safely help cancer survivors with depression or anxiety. Twenty adults who have finished cancer treatment and have no brain involvement will receive a single dose of psil…

This study tests whether closely watching jaw movement and starting physical therapy early can prevent or reduce trismus (jaw tightness) in people receiving radiation for head and neck cancer. Thirty adults will be checked weekly during treatment and given jaw exercises if their …

This study tests a program called enCompass Humana, which provides coaching and resources to unpaid caregivers of adults with both cancer and diabetes. The goal is to see if the program is practical and helpful for caregivers, improving their coping skills and reducing loneliness…

This study looks at whether giving cancer survivors free healthy food and online cooking lessons can improve their health and well-being. The program is for survivors who struggle to afford food and are treated at a safety-net hospital. Researchers will check if the program is sa…

This study tests a program called CARES that provides cancer patients with integrated screening and stepped care for symptoms like pain and depression. About 1,750 adults with cancer will be randomly assigned to CARES or standard care. The goal is to see if CARES improves quality…

This study looks at whether a culturally tailored Latin dance program can help Hispanic cancer survivors sleep better. Researchers will enroll 40 adults who have finished their main cancer treatment but still have trouble sleeping. Participants will either take dance classes or c…

This study tests an experimental drug called LY3537021 to see if it can better control nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy in adults with cancer. About 204 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo, and researchers will track who has no vomiting and does not n…

This study tests whether starting tongue strengthening exercises early, using a device called the Tongueometer, can improve speech and swallowing in people who have had part of their tongue removed due to cancer. The device uses a small air-filled bulb and a mobile app to guide e…

This study tests whether a single injection of RE104 can reduce symptoms of depression or mixed depression and anxiety in people with adjustment disorder caused by a serious medical illness like cancer, ALS, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, or idiopathic pulmonary fibrosi…

This trial tests an educational program called A-PACT for people with solid tumors who are at high risk of decline. Trained lay health workers coach patients on how to discuss their care goals and end-of-life wishes with their medical team. The study will see if this reduces unpl…

This study tests whether a special algorithm called PAGODA can reduce unplanned delays during FOLFOX chemotherapy for gastrointestinal cancers like colon, stomach, and esophageal cancer. About 420 participants will be randomly assigned to either standard care or the algorithm-gui…

This trial tests whether using a weighted blanket during a first cancer infusion (like chemotherapy) can lower anxiety and distress compared to a regular blanket. The idea is that the deep touch pressure from the blanket may calm the nervous system and increase feelings of well-b…

This study tests whether cancer patients can complete a supervised exercise program from home using video calls. The program includes resistance training with dumbbells and aerobic exercise. Researchers want to see if this approach is practical and helps patients maintain functio…

This study tests whether psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, can help relieve severe pain in people with advanced cancer when opioids don't work. Fifteen participants will receive psilocybin capsules along with therapy sessions. The goal is to see if this approa…

This study tests whether ondansetron, a drug typically used for nausea, can lower the risk and severity of side effects from immunotherapy in people with liver cancer. About 134 patients will receive ondansetron alongside their standard cancer treatment. The goal is to see if thi…

This study tests a personalized program called SPOT-ON for cancer patients suffering from severe shortness of breath. Participants will receive a combination of breathing techniques, relaxation methods, posture adjustments, and oxygen-based therapies, either starting early or aft…

This Phase 3 trial tests whether the experimental drug paltusotine can reduce flushing and diarrhea in adults with carcinoid syndrome caused by neuroendocrine tumors. About 141 participants will receive either paltusotine or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. The study measures how mu…

This study tests whether a therapy called Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy for Latinos (MCP-L) can help reduce anxiety and depression in 300 Latino patients with advanced cancer. Participants receive either MCP-L or standard cognitive behavioral therapy over about 3 months. The goa…

This pilot trial tests whether a mobile app version of a resilience-building program, called mPRISM, is acceptable and helpful for adolescents and young adults recently diagnosed with cancer. The app teaches coping skills like stress management, goal-setting, and reframing negati…

This trial tests whether alpha-lipoic acid, a powerful antioxidant, can prevent oral mucositis—painful mouth sores—caused by the chemotherapy drug 5-fluorouracil in colorectal cancer patients. Half of the 50 participants will take alpha-lipoic acid twice daily for six months, whi…

This trial tests whether Yunzhi essence, a mushroom extract from Coriolus versicolor, can improve quality of life for people with advanced cancer. Participants take either the extract or a placebo for six months, while researchers measure changes in well-being, survival, and immu…

This trial tests whether adding aerobic exercise and guided imagery to standard care can reduce bowel symptoms and improve quality of life in people with low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) after rectal cancer surgery. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the exerc…

This trial tests whether two types of home-based digital cognitive training can help cancer survivors who have memory, attention, or thinking problems after chemotherapy. Participants will use either a computer program (BrainHQ) or a virtual reality cognitive training for 10 week…

This trial tests whether a one-page communication aid can improve how physicians and patients with cancer discuss the diagnosis. The aid, completed before the consultation, summarizes the patient's disclosure preferences and questions. Researchers will compare outcomes like patie…

This study aims to create a large collection of tissue samples from people with head and neck disorders, such as hearing loss, mouth diseases, and throat cancers. Researchers will use leftover surgical tissue and additional samples like blood, saliva, and cheek swabs to study the…

This study is building a global patient registry to collect real-world information from people diagnosed with appendix cancer or pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP), a rare condition where tumors spread in the abdomen. Participants and caregivers share details about their symptoms, trea…

This study collects tissue and fluid samples from up to 5,000 cancer patients to help researchers learn more about cancer and develop new tests and treatments. Samples are taken from routine procedures or from extra biopsies done just for research. The goal is to build a resource…

This study is for people with cervical or pancreatic cancer who are scheduled to receive chemoradiotherapy. Researchers will collect tumor samples, blood, and imaging data before, during, and after treatment to see how the tumor environment changes over time. The goal is to learn…

This study enrolls adults with cancer or benign tumors who are already participating in other trials at the National Cancer Institute. Researchers will collect and link medical records and research samples from all of a patient's past, current, and future studies. The goal is to …

This study looks at people who have a gene variant (called a secondary finding) that was found during genetic testing for another reason. Researchers want to understand how these variants affect health, how people respond to the news, and whether they follow medical advice. Up to…

This study follows 400 people aged 6 and older who have a rare stomach cancer called GIST. Researchers will collect tumor tissue during surgery and study it in the lab to learn more about the disease. Participants are monitored every 6 to 12 months for up to 10 years before surge…

This study collects blood, bone marrow, and tumor samples from 500 adults with cancer or pre-cancerous conditions. Researchers will use these samples to learn more about how cancers behave and why some respond differently to treatments. Participants provide samples over time and …

This study aims to build a digital early-warning system that uses machine learning to predict acute lung injury (ALI) in patients undergoing major liver surgery. By analyzing cardiopulmonary interaction characteristics, the model could help doctors identify at-risk patients early…

This trial compares two methods of examining colon cancer tissue after surgery: the European method, which relies solely on pathologists, and the Japanese method, which involves surgeons in finding lymph nodes. The goal is to see if the Japanese method is as accurate as the Europ…

This study aims to create a simple, minimally invasive test to find pancreatic cancer at an early stage and track how well treatment is working. Researchers will study 700 people with pancreatic cancer, pancreatitis, or pancreatic cysts. The goal is to identify biological markers…

This study looks at how chemotherapy for colon or rectal cancer affects thinking and memory. Researchers will track changes in brain function and blood proteins in 60 patients during and after treatment. The goal is to find tests that could identify who is at risk for 'chemo brai…

This study is a large registry that tracks cancer patients who receive both radiotherapy and molecular therapies, such as immunotherapy. The goal is to better understand how these two treatments interact and to identify how often severe side effects occur. By collecting data from…

This study looks at whether people treated with radiation (with or without chemotherapy) for head and neck cancer develop tinnitus (ringing in the ears) and hearing loss together. Researchers will follow about 140 patients for three months after treatment, measuring hearing and a…

This study will follow about 4,490 adults with liver or bile duct cancer who are receiving durvalumab-based treatment as part of their routine care. Researchers want to see how long patients live and how well the treatment works outside of clinical trials. The goal is to gather r…

This study looks at the best times to send messages that encourage physical activity to older cancer survivors (65+) who have chronic pain. About 50 participants will wear an activity tracker and rate their pain four times a day using a smartphone app. The goal is to see if certa…

This study collects blood and other biospecimens from adults with cancer to analyze immune-suppressing cells and genetic changes. Up to 1,750 participants will provide samples before and after chemotherapy. The goal is to better understand how cancer affects the immune system, bu…

This study is creating a decision aid called TA-DA to help people with advanced cancer talk with their doctors about whether to try more treatments after several have already failed. The tool is designed to support shared decision-making. Researchers will test it with 155 patient…

This early-phase study is looking at how a new drug called rezatapopt affects the way the body processes four common medications (metformin, rosuvastatin, repaglinide, and midazolam) in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic mutation (TP53 Y220C). The goal…

This study asks 300 adolescents and young adults (ages 15-39) who have or had cancer to fill out questionnaires. The goal is to find gaps in education about exercise, sexual health, fertility, finances, and more. No treatment is given—just a survey to help improve future care.

This study explores whether analyzing the genetic makeup of a tumor biopsy can help identify advanced cancer patients who might benefit from targeted treatments. Adults with solid tumors who have no standard treatment options will have a biopsy of their lesion for molecular profi…

This study aims to create a large library of recorded endoscopy procedures from adults undergoing upper or lower gastrointestinal exams. The goal is to use these videos to develop and validate artificial intelligence tools that can automatically detect and report quality metrics,…

This study is building a registry of adults undergoing advanced therapeutic endoscopy—minimally invasive procedures like EMR, ESD, and polypectomy—to treat conditions such as Zenker diverticulum, colon polyps, and colorectal cancer. The goal is to measure complication rates, comp…

This study tests whether a virtual community health educator (vCHE) can increase referrals to cancer clinical trials among diverse populations. Researchers will enroll 2,000 cancer patients and their caregivers across Florida. Participants interact with a computer-based agent tha…

This study looks at whether a new drug called UCB8600 can stop mast cells in the gut from overreacting, which may cause pain in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Researchers will take gut tissue from 60 people (some with IBS, some healthy) and treat it with UCB8600 in t…

This study looks at tumor samples from 2,100 Chinese patients with lung, gynecologic, bile duct, or bladder cancers. Researchers will compare different HER2 testing methods to see how well they agree with each other. The goal is to improve the accuracy of HER2 testing, which help…

This study follows 130 adults undergoing surgery for stomach or esophageal cancer to see how often they experience postoperative delirium—a state of confusion and disorientation after anesthesia. Researchers will also check whether depression, frailty, poor nutrition, or muscle l…

This study looks at how the cancer drug olutasidenib affects the way the body processes other medications. Researchers will give 16 adults with IDH1-mutated cancers a mix of test drugs before and during olutasidenib treatment to measure changes in drug levels. The goal is to ensu…

This study is collecting genetic and molecular data from up to 1,600 children with liver cancer and their families. Researchers will analyze DNA, gene activity, and immune cells to better understand what drives these rare tumors. The goal is to improve how these cancers are class…

This study enrolls people diagnosed with cancer to build a large registry using Olivia, an AI-powered health platform. The platform will collect and combine electronic health records and patient-reported outcomes from over 1,000 healthcare systems. The goal is to create a compreh…

This study tracks 170 advanced cancer patients receiving anti-VEGF therapies to record side effects and see how the disease responds. Researchers hope to find patterns linking complications to treatment success. The goal is to help doctors better understand and manage these thera…

This study tests whether a routine digital screening followed by a supportive phone call can help cancer survivors get the emotional and social support they need after finishing primary treatment. Fifty adults who have completed cancer therapy will take part. The goal is to see i…

This study aims to help Black individuals and their families in Houston learn about their risk for hereditary cancers like breast and colorectal cancer. Researchers will use a simple questionnaire and remote genetic counseling to connect people with testing. The goal is to make g…

This study aims to see if a custom-made tumor culture system can predict how oral cavity cancer responds to the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab before surgery. Twenty participants will provide a biopsy, receive pembrolizumab as standard care, and then have their tumor analyzed. …

This research study is investigating how genetics and environmental factors contribute to the development of Barrett's esophagus and esophageal adenocarcinoma, a type of cancer. Researchers will collect samples from the esophagus using a non-endoscopic balloon capsule device, whi…

This study follows about 700 cancer patients who have already received radiation therapy to understand the long-term side effects and how their disease progresses over time. No new treatments are given—researchers simply collect data from routine follow-up visits. The goal is to …

This study screens adults with certain cancers (like melanoma, lung, or colorectal cancer) to see if they qualify for experimental treatments being tested by the NCI Surgery Branch. These treatments involve taking a patient's own immune cells, growing them in a lab, and giving th…

This study collects blood, bone marrow, and tissue samples from people with HIV, KSHV, or certain cancers to help researchers learn more about these diseases. Participants must be 18 or older and may have HIV, KSHV, or related conditions. No treatment is given; the goal is to gat…

This study tests a communication tool called TrialTalk™ in cancer clinics. The goal is to see if it helps doctors and patients talk more clearly about treatment options. About 30 patients and their doctors will fill out questionnaires before and after a regular visit. The study f…

This study collects tissue samples from people with solid tumors who are already scheduled for surgery or biopsy at the NIH Clinical Center. Researchers will use the samples to study the biology of cancer and identify new targets for therapy. Up to 1,800 adults and children (age …

This study aims to collect blood, urine, tumor samples, and health data from up to 1,000 people with malignant mesothelioma or other cancers that express a protein called mesothelin. Participants will be followed over time to track the course of their disease. The goal is to buil…

This study looks at people with a rare and aggressive type of esophageal cancer that hasn't spread. It compares those who had surgery (with or without other treatments) to those who had non-surgical treatments like chemotherapy and radiation. The goal is to see which approach hel…

This study looks at how cancer patients view their doctor's compassion, communication, and professionalism when the doctor uses an electronic health record (EHR) during the visit. About 88 adults with cancer will watch videos or fill out questionnaires. The goal is to understand …

This study is trying to understand why some people who get chemotherapy for cancer later develop heart issues, while others don't. Researchers will collect blood samples from 1,000 adults who have had chemotherapy, including those who had heart problems and those who didn't. By s…

This study collects blood, tumor, and other tissue samples from up to 1,250 people with head and neck, lung, or gastrointestinal cancers. Researchers want to understand how the immune system changes during cancer treatments, especially immunotherapies. Participants donate samples…

This study aims to create and test an educational tool that teaches people how to prevent liver cancer. About 40 adults who have not been diagnosed with liver cancer will review the materials and share their thoughts. The goal is to make sure the information is clear, helpful, an…

This study looks at whether an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocol helps people recover better after colorectal surgery. The protocol includes non-narcotic pain control, careful fluid management, early eating and walking, and early removal of drains. Researchers will …

This study collects blood, tissue, and medical information from 240 cancer patients who have had serious side effects from immunotherapy. The goal is to store these samples in a national biorepository for future research. By studying these samples, scientists hope to better predi…

This study collects blood and tissue samples from 2000 people—some with cancer and some without—to create a blinded reference set. Researchers will use these samples to evaluate how well new blood tests can detect many types of cancer early. The goal is to improve the accuracy of…

This study is checking how often women who have HPV-positive throat cancer, or whose partner has it, also have HPV infections in their genital or anal areas. Researchers will compare these rates to similar women without cancer. The goal is to learn more about how HPV spreads and …

This study looks back at the medical records of about 5,000 people in China treated for early gastric cancer. It compares different treatment approaches—such as endoscopic removal, laparoscopic surgery, open surgery, or a combination—to see how they affect long-term survival and …

This study looks at whether having a healthcare provider directly contact close relatives of people with newly diagnosed colorectal cancer leads to more genetic testing than having the patient share the information themselves. About 4,186 patients and their relatives will take pa…

This study is testing a new AI tool that creates patient-friendly summaries of radiology reports for people with cancer. The goal is to see if these easy-to-read summaries help patients better understand their scan results and reduce the number of questions doctors receive. About…

This study tests whether a digital chatbot can help more adolescents and young adults (AYA) with cancer get genetic counseling and testing compared to standard remote services. About 535 participants aged 18-39 will use either a chatbot or standard telehealth. The goal is to see …

This study is a large registry that collects health and genetic information from people with a personal or family history of pancreatic tumors. The goal is to find the genes and other factors that cause pancreatic cancer to run in some families. By studying thousands of participa…

This study looks at whether stopping certain blood pressure medications (ACE inhibitors or ARBs) before colorectal cancer surgery can reduce the risk of heart injury. Researchers will monitor 156 adults for signs of heart damage after surgery. The goal is to find the safest way t…

This study will use artificial intelligence to analyze CT scans and medical data from 400 liver cancer patients to predict who will respond to a common drug combination (atezolizumab and bevacizumab). The goal is to create a non-invasive tool that helps doctors choose the best tr…

This study is testing a new questionnaire called PRO-AYA, designed to measure quality of life in adolescents and young adults (ages 15-39) with cancer. Researchers want to see if the survey is reliable and accurate, including a Spanish version. 120 participants will fill out the …

This study is testing whether people in early-phase cancer trials will consistently wear a smartwatch and complete weekly symptom surveys on a phone app. Thirty participants will use the devices for 4 weeks. The goal is to see if this approach is practical and acceptable, not to …

This study is checking if the diabetes medicine exenatide (Byetta, Bydureon) increases the risk of pancreatic cancer. Researchers will look at health records from 24,000 patients across seven European countries, comparing those who started exenatide with those who started other d…

This study collects extra blood, urine, and tumor samples from children and adults with certain cancers to build a large tissue repository. Researchers will analyze these samples to learn more about the genetic and molecular makeup of these tumors. The goal is to support future s…

This study looks at a treatment called HIPEC, where heated chemotherapy is washed inside the abdomen after surgery to remove tumors. Researchers want to see if lab-grown tumor models can predict how well the chemotherapy works. Sixty adults with cancers that have spread to the ab…

This study explores the link between physical activity and thinking skills in people who survived cancer as adolescents or young adults. Researchers will use computer-based brain games to measure memory and attention. The goal is to understand how exercise might help brain health…

This study aims to learn how genes and the environment contribute to rare tumors and cancer risk in individuals and families. Researchers will collect medical histories, genetic samples, and health data from up to 500 participants of all ages. No treatment is given; the goal is t…

This study collects tissue samples, medical data, and family histories from over 1,100 people being screened for colorectal or endometrial cancer. Researchers hope to discover new genes and mechanisms that increase cancer risk, especially in hereditary cancer syndromes. The goal …

This study follows 260 adults newly diagnosed with cancer who have no prior sleep issues. Researchers will track how insomnia develops over the first year, using questionnaires to measure sleep quality and severity. The goal is to understand what factors—like treatment type or em…

This study looks at whether measuring the amount of certain targeted cancer drugs in the blood can help find the best dose for each patient. It involves adults with advanced digestive cancers like colorectal, liver, and stomach tumors who are already taking these medications. By …

This early-phase trial tests a fluorescent dye attached to the cancer drug panitumumab to help surgeons see head and neck cancer during surgery. 18 adults with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma will receive the dye before surgery, and a special camera will highlight cancer ti…

This study follows a large group of children and young adults who received radiation therapy for cancer, to see how their health and quality of life evolve over many years. By collecting medical data and blood samples in a European registry, researchers aim to identify late effec…

This study follows 150 adults with liver or bile duct cancer who are receiving standard treatments like surgery, ablation, or chemotherapy. Researchers will collect repeated blood samples before, during, and after treatment to analyze tumor DNA, immune cells, and proteins. The go…

This observational study aims to identify genetic mutations in adults with advanced solid cancers who are being considered for or are already in early-phase clinical trials. By analyzing tumor and blood samples over time, researchers hope to understand how these mutations influen…

This trial asks whether five advanced AI models can match the treatment recommendations of expert tumor boards for cancer patients. Using 100 standardized synthetic cases across breast, lung, urological, digestive, and gynecological cancers, each AI and two independent tumor boar…

This observational study tracks 7,000 men and women with cancer to see how treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy affect fertility. In women, researchers measure a hormone called AMH to gauge ovarian reserve; in men, they analyze sperm quality. The goal is to …

This study tests whether artificial intelligence can more accurately predict which patients on the liver transplant waiting list are at highest risk of dying or becoming too sick for surgery. Researchers will follow 630 adults with severe liver disease or liver cancer across five…

This European study is collecting health data from 4,500 adults listed for liver transplantation across 50 centers. The goal is to design and test new AI-based models that predict which patients are most likely to die or become too sick for transplant while waiting. If accurate, …

This trial tests whether a new type of MRI, called hyperpolarized carbon-13 MRI, can better predict how rectal cancer responds to chemoradiotherapy. By tracking how cancer cells use energy, along with blood and tissue analysis, researchers hope to identify complete tumor response…