Intestinal neoplasm
MONDO:0021118A benign or malignant neoplasm involving the small or large intestine.
Also known as: intestinal neoplasm, intestinal neoplasms, intestinal tumor, intestinal tumors, intestinal tumour, intestinal tumours, intestine neoplasm, intestine neoplasm (disease)
3800 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Could a vaccine stop colon cancer before it starts?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ OngoingThis study tests a vaccine that helps the body's immune system recognize and attack advanced colon polyps, which can turn into cancer. About 110 people who have had these polyps removed will receive either the vaccine or a placebo. The goal is to see if the vaccine boosts immune …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer: immunotherapy combo under trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase III trial compares two first-line treatments for people with a specific genetic subtype of metastatic colorectal cancer (dMMR/MSI-H). One group receives the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab alone, while the other gets atezolizumab combined with chemotherapy (FOLFOX) and…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise in slowing rare carcinoid tumors
Disease control OngoingThis study tested a drug called pazopanib in 171 people with carcinoid tumors that were growing or spreading. The goal was to see if pazopanib could slow tumor growth better than a placebo. Participants were randomly assigned to receive either pazopanib or a placebo, and research…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy plus radiation may eliminate rectal cancer before surgery
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab) along with a short course of radiation can completely eliminate advanced rectal cancer before surgery. About 31 adults with a specific genetic type (MSI-H/dMMR) of stage II or III rectal cancer wil…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill shows promise for tough stomach cancer in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis first-in-human study tests an experimental oral drug called IDRX-42 in 278 adults with advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) that have spread or cannot be removed by surgery. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug can shrink tu…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: IDRX, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of GSK, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for tough bile duct cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of two drugs, lenvatinib and paclitaxel, in 51 adults with advanced biliary tract cancer that has worsened after standard gemcitabine treatment. The goal is to see if the combo can shrink tumors and slow the disease. Participants take lenvat…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Health Research Institutes, Taiwan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer combo aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called marlotamig (REGN7075) alone or with cemiplimab (Libtayo) and sometimes chemotherapy in people with advanced solid tumors. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination can shrink tumors. About 933 participants are being recruite…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy after Chemo-Radiation may keep anal cancer at bay
Disease control OngoingThis phase III trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab after standard combined modality therapy (chemo and radiation) can improve outcomes for patients with high-risk stage IIB-IIIC anal cancer. About 344 participants will receive nivolumab or a placebo. The m…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to stop BRAF colon cancer in its tracks
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding two targeted drugs (encorafenib and cetuximab) after standard surgery and chemotherapy can lower the chance of cancer coming back in people with a specific genetic type of stage II/III colon cancer (BRAF V600E). Participants either receive the drug…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo aims to prevent colon cancer return in High-Risk patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab to standard chemotherapy can help prevent cancer from coming back in people with stage III colon cancer that has a specific DNA repair defect (dMMR). About 712 participants will receive either chemo …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New immunotherapy cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat bowel cancer
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests a combination of pembrolizumab (Keytruda) and quavonlimab against other drug combos in 302 people with stage IV colorectal cancer that has a specific genetic feature (MSI-H or dMMR). The goal is to see if the new combo shrinks tumors better and for longer…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to fight metastatic anal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab to standard chemotherapy (carboplatin and paclitaxel) helps people with metastatic anal cancer live longer without their disease getting worse. About 205 adults with inoperable or recurrent anal cancer …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancer mutation in first human trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called ARV-806 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have a specific KRAS G12D mutation. The drug aims to break down the mutated protein that helps tumors grow. The trial has two parts: first, finding a safe dose in small groups, then testing that …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Arvinas Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with KRAS mutation
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two oral drugs, D-1553 and IN10018, in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic change called KRAS G12C. The goal is to find the best dose and see if the combination can shrink tumors or slow their growth. About 140 adults w…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: InxMed (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug AB598 enters first human tests
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing an experimental drug called AB598, alone or with other cancer drugs, in 40 people with advanced solid tumors like lung, bladder, or breast cancer. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose. It is not yet known if the drug helps shr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Arcus Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug AB801 enters human safety testing
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study is testing a new drug, AB801, alone or with other treatments, in about 91 people with advanced cancers (like lung, colon, or breast cancer) that have not responded to standard therapies. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and find the best dose for…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Arcus Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New vaccine aims to stop colorectal cancer recurrence in High-Risk patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental vaccine (RO7198457) in people with stage II or III colorectal cancer who have signs of remaining cancer DNA in their blood after surgery. The goal is to see if the vaccine can prevent the cancer from returning better than simply watching and waiti…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BioNTech SE • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to spare lymph nodes and boost rectal cancer outcomes
Disease control OngoingThis Phase III trial tests whether a modified short-course radiation that spares nearby lymph nodes, combined with chemotherapy (CAPOX) and the immunotherapy drug tislelizumab, works better than standard radiation plus chemotherapy for people with a certain type of rectal cancer …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called M9466, a PARP1 inhibitor, alone or combined with other drugs in 60 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety and how the body processes the drug. Researchers …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: EMD Serono Research & Development Institute, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to stall colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding two experimental drugs (LBL-007 and tislelizumab) to standard maintenance therapy can help control advanced colorectal cancer that has not spread widely. About 113 adults with unresectable or metastatic colorectal cancer will receive either the new…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: BeiGene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new oral drug called IPN01194 in 36 adults with advanced solid tumours (melanoma, colorectal, pancreatic, or head and neck cancer) that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to find the right dose and check if it is safe, while also looking for…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer drug safety tracked over years in ongoing study
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 205 people with solid tumors who are already taking the cancer drug avelumab. Researchers want to see how safe the drug is over the long term and how long patients live or stay cancer-free. Participants continue their current treatment or are monitored after fi…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: EMD Serono Research & Development Institute, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can early rectal cancer be treated without removing the rectum?
Disease control OngoingThis trial investigates whether less invasive treatments can save the rectum in people with early-stage rectal cancer. Participants receive either standard surgery (removing part of the rectum) or one of two organ-sparing approaches: short-course radiotherapy or chemoradiation (c…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tackle Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests a combination of two drugs, neratinib and valproate, in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The first part finds the safest dose, and the second part focuses on cancers with a RAS mutation, like certain colon and panc…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer-Killing virus injected directly into tumors shows promise in Mid-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a virus called AdAPT-001 that is injected directly into tumors to kill cancer cells. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The trial will check if the virus is safe and whether it works better when combined wi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: EpicentRx, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to outsmart resistant cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug, ASTX660, combined with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab in people with advanced solid tumors, including cervical and triple-negative breast cancers. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can boost the immune system to fight canc…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Institute of Cancer Research, United Kingdom • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug combo tested for tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called remzistotug, alone or with other cancer drugs, in 152 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 not yet known if the drug will sh…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New triple therapy aims to wipe out rectal cancer before surgery
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial is testing whether adding an experimental immunotherapy drug (retlirafusp alfa) to short-course radiation and standard chemotherapy can completely eliminate locally advanced rectal cancer before surgery. The study plans to enroll 44 adults aged 18-70 with stag…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Harbin Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to prevent rare melanoma recurrence
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether adding cabozantinib to the immunotherapy drug nivolumab can prevent mucosal melanoma from returning after surgery. About 101 patients with resected mucosal melanoma will receive either nivolumab alone or nivolumab plus cabozantinib. The study aim…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Diet study hopes to boost survival in colorectal cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether following the Norwegian dietary guidelines—including healthy foods, cooking classes, and physical activity—can improve survival and reduce cancer recurrence in 503 people who had colorectal cancer. Participants are guided by nutritionists and given food d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Oslo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New cancer drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat tumors
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase study tests a new drug, BI 1831169, given alone or with an immunotherapy (anti-PD-1 antibody) in adults with advanced solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery or have spread. The main goals are to find the highest safe dose and see if the treatment shrinks …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug targets tough cancers with specific gene flaw
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called ASP4396 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have a specific KRAS G12D mutation. The drug is given by IV infusion, and the main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see how the body handles it. About 175 participa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Astellas Pharma Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug aims to outsmart resistant colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a new drug called Cadonilimab in 28 people with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to standard immunotherapy. The drug is a bispecific antibody that targets two immune checkpoints (PD-1 and CTLA-4) to potentially reactivate the immune system agains…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Cancer drug regorafenib gets a second chance in small continuation study
Disease control OngoingThis study allows people with solid tumors who are already taking the cancer drug regorafenib in another Bayer study to keep taking it after that study ends. The goal is to see how safe and tolerable the continued treatment is. Only 13 participants are enrolled, and they take the…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could a constipation drug help fight colorectal cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial is testing whether linaclotide, a drug currently used for constipation, can slow or prevent colorectal cancer growth. About 150 people with colorectal polyps or early-stage cancer will take the drug or a placebo before surgery. Researchers will measure changes …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Engineered T-Cells take on tough lymphoma in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase I trial tests a new approach for patients with high-risk or recurrent non-Hodgkin lymphoma. After a stem cell transplant, participants receive a single infusion of their own genetically modified T-cells designed to recognize and attack cancer cells. The study aims to f…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Cancer drug brigimadlin tested for Long-Term use in solid tumour patients
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at the long-term safety of brigimadlin, a cancer drug taken as tablets, in adults with solid tumours who have already received at least 4 cycles of it in a previous study. About 90 participants will take the drug once every 3 weeks, and doctors will monitor their…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tackle Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests an experimental drug called TRK-950 in combination with several standard anti-cancer treatments for people with advanced solid tumors, including colorectal, bladder, ovarian, and other cancers. The main goal is to find safe doses and understand side effects. Part…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Toray Industries, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Glowing dye could help surgeons spot hidden cancer during colorectal surgery
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis trial investigates whether using a special dye called indocyanine green (ICG) during surgery helps improve outcomes for people with stage III colorectal cancer. The dye makes lymph nodes and cancer tissue glow under a special camera, helping surgeons see and remove more of t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Tong Ren Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New antibody drug takes on advanced tumors in first human trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental drug called IPH5301, which targets a protein called CD73 on cancer cells. The study involves 27 people with advanced solid tumors, including breast, lung, and pancreatic cancers. In the first part, IPH5301 is given alone to find a safe…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Institut Paoli-Calmettes • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New antibody combo aims to boost immune attack on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new antibody, BAY 3375968, designed to help the immune system fight advanced solid tumors. It works by reducing regulatory T cells that can suppress immune activity. The study will test the drug alone and combined with pembrolizumab in about 129 peo…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New drug targets rare sarcomas and GIST with genetic mutations
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called rogaratinib in about 48 people with advanced sarcoma or a rare type of GIST that has certain genetic changes. The drug works by blocking proteins that help cancer cells grow. The goal is to see if it can shrink tumors or slow the disease, while moni…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could an old malaria drug boost cancer treatment?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding hydroxychloroquine (a malaria drug) to standard chemotherapy can help people with metastatic colorectal cancer that has a specific genetic marker. About 155 participants will be screened, and up to 31 with the marker will receive the drug combinati…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Triple-Drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a combination of three drugs—copanlisib, olaparib, and durvalumab—in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or can't be removed by surgery. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the drugs work together to shrink tumors. Only patie…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New cocktail aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat colon tumors
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing a combination of three drugs—ATRA (a vitamin A derivative), bevacizumab (a blood vessel growth blocker), and atezolizumab (an immunotherapy)—in 22 people with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to prior treatments. The goal is to see i…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with rare cancers: targeted drug selpercatinib tested in phase 2 trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests the drug selpercatinib in children and young adults (ages 1 to 21) with advanced cancers that have a specific genetic change called a RET alteration. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or stop them from growing. Only one participant has been…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New combo aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat colorectal tumors
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab to the standard two-drug regimen (encorafenib and cetuximab) works better at shrinking tumors in people with a specific type of advanced colorectal cancer (BRAF-mutant, microsatellite stable). About 86 part…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to boost immune attack on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding the targeted drug copanlisib to two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab) can better control advanced solid tumors that have changes in the PIK3CA or PTEN genes. About 54 adults with cancers that have spread or cannot be removed will recei…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New trial tailors anal cancer treatment for people with HIV
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adjusting treatment based on risk level can improve outcomes for people with HIV who have anal cancer. Low-risk patients receive standard chemotherapy and radiation, while high-risk patients also get the immunotherapy drug nivolumab after sta…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a combination of copanlisib (a targeted drug) with nivolumab (an immunotherapy) in people with advanced solid tumors or lymphoma. Some participants will also receive a third drug, ipilimumab. The main goals are to find the safest dose and to monitor s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Experimental CAR-T therapy takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new treatment for people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific marker called CLDN6. The treatment uses specially engineered immune cells (CAR-T cells) that target CLDN6, sometimes combined with a genetic booster (RNA-LPX) to enhance their …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: BioNTech Cell & Gene Therapies GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for Tough-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests three drugs—durvalumab (an immunotherapy), olaparib (a DNA repair blocker), and cediranib (a blood vessel growth blocker)—in different combinations for people with advanced solid tumors, especially ovarian cancer. The phase 1 part finds safe doses, and the phase …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Custom-Made cancer vaccine shows promise in early trial
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis early-stage trial is testing a personalized peptide vaccine for people with advanced pancreatic or colorectal cancer that has spread. The vaccine is made from each patient's own tumor cells and blood, aiming to train the immune system to attack the cancer. The study will che…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could less be more? new trial tests gentler treatment for anal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial is testing whether a lower dose of chemotherapy plus radiation can work as well as the standard dose for early-stage anal cancer. The study includes 252 adults with T1-2N0M0 anal cancer. The goal is to see if the gentler approach controls the disease while imp…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Experimental combo targets Hard-to-Treat HER2 cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing a combination of two drugs—trastuzumab deruxtecan (a targeted chemotherapy) and ceralasertib (a drug that may block cancer cell repair)—in people with advanced solid tumors that have a HER2 mutation. The study has two parts: first, finding the sa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy duo takes on rare tumors
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing a combination of two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and ipilimumab, in 798 people with over 50 types of rare cancers. The goal is to see if these drugs can shrink tumors by helping the immune system attack cancer cells. Participants receive the drugs…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise for tough anal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and ipilimumab, in people with anal cancer that has spread and not responded to prior treatment. The goal is to see if these drugs can shrink tumors or slow cancer growth. About 143 adults with advanced squamous cell carcinoma o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for tough colorectal cancer: experimental drug combo enters human testing
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial is testing whether adding an experimental drug called ZEN003694 to two approved cancer drugs (cetuximab and encorafenib) can help patients with a specific type of advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to prior treatments. The study involves 30 a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with rare cancers: targeted drug larotrectinib tested in small trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing the drug larotrectinib in children and young adults (ages 1 to 21) with advanced solid tumors, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, or histiocytic disorders that have a specific genetic change called an NTRK fusion. The cancers have either come back after treatment…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for kidney transplant patients with cancer: drug combo aims to fight tumors without losing the donated kidney
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests whether a mix of three drugs—tacrolimus, nivolumab, and ipilimumab—can shrink or control certain skin cancers in people who have had a kidney transplant. The main goal is to see if the cancer responds without causing the body to reject the transplante…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New cancer drug candidate BG-68501 enters first human trials
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called BG-68501 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug targets a protein (CDK2) that helps cancer cells grow. The trial will check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug shrin…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: BeiGene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Engineered virus targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis early-phase trial tests an experimental virus-based treatment called IDOV-Immune in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The virus is designed to infect and destroy cancer cells while leaving healthy cells alone. The study fo…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to boost immune attack on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two immunotherapy drugs, durvalumab and monalizumab, in about 383 adults with advanced solid tumors, including colorectal cancer. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can shrink tumors. Some participants also receive standard chemotherapy or other ta…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: MedImmune LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New combo aims to control advanced colon cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two drugs—regorafenib (a chemotherapy pill) and pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy)—in people with metastatic colorectal cancer who have already tried several other treatments. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can slow tumor growth. About 73 partici…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New targeted therapy hopes to shrink Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called mirvetuximab soravtansine in Japanese patients with advanced ovarian cancer or other solid tumors that have a specific protein (folate receptor alpha). The drug is designed to target and kill cancer cells while sparing healthy ones. The trial has tw…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New pill plus chemo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat colon cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding an experimental drug called onvansertib to standard chemotherapy and bevacizumab can shrink tumors better than chemo alone in people with advanced colorectal cancer that has a KRAS or NRAS mutation. About 110 participants who have not had p…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cardiff Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests an experimental drug called INCB177054, given alone or with another drug (retifanlimab), in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety and find the right dose. Abo…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Incyte Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New combo attack targets hard-to-treat KRAS G12C cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called JDQ443, which targets a specific cancer-driving mutation (KRAS G12C), in combination with other drugs (trametinib, ribociclib, or cetuximab). The trial enrolls about 74 people with advanced solid tumors (like lung or colorectal cancer) that have…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with resistant tumors: drug combo enters safety trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a combination of two drugs, avutometinib and defactinib, in children and young adults (ages 3 to 30) with advanced or recurrent solid tumors that have specific genetic changes. The main goal is to find the safest dose with the fewest side effects. The…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New Dual-Action antibody takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug, RO7247669, that targets two immune system checkpoints (PD-1 and LAG-3) to help the body fight cancer. About 170 adults with advanced solid tumors (including melanoma, lung cancer, and esophageal cancer) who have run out of standard options…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a daily aspirin keep colon cancer from returning?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether taking a low-dose aspirin (100 mg) daily for three years can prevent colon cancer from coming back after surgery. It includes 264 people with stage II or III colon cancer who have a specific mutation in the PI3K gene. Participants are randomly ass…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug aims to shrink polyps in inherited colon cancer condition
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests whether the drug TPST-1495 can reduce the number and size of polyps in the small bowel and colon of people with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP), an inherited condition that greatly raises colon cancer risk. About 38 participants will take the drug by…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Childhood cancer immunotherapy trial pulled before it started
Disease control TerminatedThis study was designed to test two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and ipilimumab, in children and young adults with cancers that returned or didn't respond to treatment and had many genetic mutations. The goal was to see if the drug combination was safe and could shrink tumors. …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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New combo therapy targets cancer's DNA repair weakness
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two drugs, avelumab and M6620, in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or can't be removed by surgery. The tumors must have a specific DNA repair defect. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination can help contro…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Poop pills plus immunotherapy: new hope for colorectal cancer patients?
Disease control OngoingThis pilot trial tests whether giving fecal microbiota transplants (FMT) along with re-introducing anti-PD-1 immunotherapy (pembrolizumab or nivolumab) can help control metastatic colorectal cancer in patients who previously did not respond to immunotherapy alone. The study enrol…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a combination of two targeted drugs (encorafenib and cetuximab), given alone or with chemotherapy, works better than standard chemotherapy for people with a specific genetic form of advanced colorectal cancer (BRAF V600E mutation) that has spread and hasn…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New strategy aims to make targeted therapy work longer for colorectal cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis Phase II trial tests whether giving anti-EGFR drugs (panitumumab or cetuximab) early in treatment can help patients with left-sided metastatic colorectal cancer respond again to these drugs later. About 34 participants will receive alternating cycles of targeted therapy and …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Immunotherapy cocktail targets tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether combining two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab) with radiation therapy can control or shrink tumors in people with colorectal or pancreatic cancer that has specific genetic features (MSS or MSI-high). About 84 adults with advanced disease are…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New hope for recurrent rectal cancer: adding radiation before surgery may boost cure rates
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial studies whether adding pelvic reirradiation to chemotherapy before surgery can help more patients with locally recurrent rectal cancer achieve complete tumor removal. The study enrolls 58 adults who have had prior pelvic radiation and now face a recurrence. Par…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Fasting diet may boost recovery after colon cancer surgery
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether a short-term, low-calorie diet called a fasting mimicking diet (FMD) can help patients recover better after surgery for colorectal cancer. The diet is given in cycles after the operation and is designed to be easier to follow than complete fasting. R…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New Three-Drug combo aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two drugs (peposertib and avelumab) plus a special type of radiation (hypofractionated) in people with advanced solid tumors or liver/bile duct cancers that have spread. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination can shrink tu…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Triple-Drug attack shows promise for tough colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two targeted drugs (encorafenib and cetuximab) plus an immunotherapy (nivolumab) in people with a specific type of advanced colorectal cancer (BRAF V600E mutation) that is stable (MSS) and has spread or can't be removed by surgery. The goal is to…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New triple therapy targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of three drugs—bintrafusp alfa, PDS01ADC, and entinostat—in adults with advanced HPV-related cancers (like cervical, anal, or throat cancer) or certain colon cancers that haven't responded to standard treatment. The goal is to find a safe dose and s…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for Tough-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of three drugs (cetuximab, LY3214996, and abemaciclib) in people with advanced colorectal cancer that has spread and no longer responds to standard therapy. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors and improve survival. About 46 adult…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New drug AZD9592 enters first human trials for tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called AZD9592, alone or with other cancer drugs, in about 167 adults with advanced solid tumors (including lung, head & neck, and colorectal cancers). The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Experimental cell therapy aims to fight advanced cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis study was designed to test a new treatment called GT307 for people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or come back after standard therapy. GT307 uses a patient's own immune cells (tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes) to attack the cancer. The main goals were to check saf…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Grit Biotechnology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New immunotherapy shows promise against multiple advanced cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called Cetrelimab (JNJ-63723283) in 234 people with advanced solid tumors like lung, melanoma, bladder, and colorectal cancers. The drug works by blocking PD-1, a protein that stops the immune system from attacking cancer cells. The trial has two parts…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New drug duo aims to boost immune attack on tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental drug called HFB200603, either alone or with the immunotherapy tislelizumab, in 83 adults with advanced solid tumors (kidney, lung, melanoma, stomach, or colon cancer). The main goal is to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Re…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: HiFiBiO Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New combo therapy targets hard-to-treat liver metastases in colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a personalized treatment plan for people with advanced colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver and stopped responding to standard treatments. The approach combines a liver-directed chemotherapy (HAIC), a targeted therapy (fruquintinib or cetuximab), and an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New pill shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new oral drug called E7386 in about 60 adults with advanced solid tumors (like desmoid tumors) that have not responded to other treatments. The main goals are to find the safest dose and check for side effects. Researchers will also watch for any tu…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Eisai Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New cancer drug injected into tumors shows promise in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis early study tests a new drug called BI 3923948, given as injections into the tumor, either alone or with a checkpoint inhibitor (ezabenlimab) given by IV. It includes about 60 adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread and are not responding to other treatments. The …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Could chemo replace surgery for rectal cancer? new study explores
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a combination of chemotherapy (FOLFOX) and a short course of radiation can eliminate advanced rectal cancer without needing surgery. 12 adults with locally advanced rectal cancer are being watched closely after treatment to see if the cancer fully respond…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Cancer drug safety tracked in ongoing rollover trial
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study monitors long-term safety in 120 cancer patients who are already benefiting from treatments like JNJ-75348780, safimaltib, or ibrutinib in earlier trials. Participants have blood cancers, solid tumors, or prostate cancer. The goal is to track serious side effects over …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Could a simple shot replace IV drips for some cancer patients?
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing whether amivantamab, a drug that targets specific proteins on cancer cells, can be given as a shot under the skin instead of through an IV. About 158 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung or head and neck cancers) will receive different do…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to wipe out hidden colorectal cancer cells
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests two drugs, regorafenib and lorigerlimab, in people with high-risk colorectal cancer who have no visible tumors but still have cancer DNA in their blood after standard treatment. The goal is to see if the combination can clear these hidden cancer cells and…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New cancer drug IDE161 enters human testing
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing a new drug called IDE161, alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, in adults with advanced solid tumors (like breast, ovarian, prostate, or lung cancer). The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and get a first look at wheth…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: IDEAYA Biosciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Immune cells take on rare bile duct cancer in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether a patient's own immune cells, called tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TIL), can shrink advanced bile duct cancers. Four participants receive chemotherapy to prepare their immune system, then an infusion of their own TIL cells plus high-dose ald…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Udai Kammula • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New antibody combo tested against hard-to-treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental antibody called GEN1042, given alone or with the cancer drug pembrolizumab (and sometimes chemotherapy), in people with advanced solid tumors like lung, colon, melanoma, head and neck, or pancreatic cancer. The main goals are to check …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genmab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Immune cell therapy shows promise for tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests a personalized immune cell therapy called tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TIL) in 20 people with advanced solid cancers (like stomach, colon, or pancreatic cancer) that have not responded to standard treatments. Patients first receive chemotherapy to prep…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Udai Kammula • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to boost immune attack on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase study tests a new drug called M5A-IL2 immunocytokine together with precise radiation (SBRT) in people with advanced colorectal or breast cancer that has spread. The drug helps the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells. The goal is to find the safest dos…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Robot-Assisted surgery for colon tumors under study
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at how well a new robotic surgical system works for removing colon or rectal tumors. About 60 adults who need surgery for benign or malignant colorectal conditions will take part. The goal is to see if the system is safe and can complete the surgery without switc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Intuitive Surgical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancers: JANX008 enters human testing
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called JANX008 in about 130 adults with advanced solid tumors, including lung, kidney, head and neck, colorectal, pancreatic, and breast cancers. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose. Participants must have tried all sta…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Janux Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Liver-Directed chemo may shrink tumors enough for surgery in colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether delivering chemotherapy directly into the liver (hepatic arterial infusion) along with standard IV chemo can shrink inoperable liver tumors from colorectal cancer enough to allow surgical removal. The study involves 64 participants whose cancer h…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug combo tested for tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests an experimental drug called RO7567132, alone or with another drug (atezolizumab), in adults 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 can shr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called BAY 1895344 combined with standard chemotherapy (irinotecan or topotecan) in people with advanced solid tumors, especially small cell lung cancer, poorly differentiated neuroendocrine cancer, and pancreatic cancer. The goal is to fin…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug targets rare cancer mutation in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new oral drug, ATV-1601, in people with advanced solid tumors or certain breast cancers that have a specific AKT1 E17K mutation. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see how the drug moves through the body. About 134 adults w…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Atavistik Bio, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with KRAS mutation
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug, GDC-6036, in people with advanced cancers (like lung or colorectal) that have a specific KRAS G12C mutation. The goal is to check safety and find the right dose, both when used alone and with other cancer drugs. About 498 participants will…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Genentech, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can simple tools help cancer survivors live healthier?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests four different tools—coaching, education, text messages, and health coaching—to help cancer survivors improve their diet, physical activity, and weight. About 350 adults who have completed treatment for several cancer types will use these tools for up to 48 weeks…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can adding avastin to chemo stop stage II colon cancer from coming back?
Disease control OngoingThis phase III trial studies whether adding the drug bevacizumab (Avastin) to standard chemotherapy after surgery helps prevent cancer from returning in people with high-risk stage II colon cancer. Over 2,400 participants were randomly assigned to receive either chemotherapy alon…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New pill targets hard-to-treat cancers with KRAS mutation
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called LY3537982 in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific KRAS G12C mutation. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and shrinks tumors. About 540 participants with lung, colorectal, endometrial, ovarian, pancreatic, or bile …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Supercharged t cells take on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control TEMPORARILY_NOT_AVAILABLEThis treatment program tests a personalized cell therapy for people with advanced pancreatic or colorectal cancers that have a specific genetic mutation (KRAS G12D). Patients' own immune cells are collected, genetically engineered to recognize and attack the cancer, and then infu…
Sponsor: Providence Health & Services • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Major trial pits two drug cocktails against Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two drug combinations for people with advanced neuroendocrine tumors (carcinoid cancer) that cannot be removed by surgery. Participants receive either octreotide plus interferon or octreotide plus bevacizumab. The goal is to see which combination better slows …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Could a simple wash during surgery extend lives of pancreatic cancer patients?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests if washing the abdomen with distilled water or saline right after removing a pancreatic tumor can help patients live longer. About 845 adults having surgery for pancreatic or related cancers are randomly assigned to one of three groups: washing with saltwater, wa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Cancer therapy study pulled before it even started
Disease control TerminatedThis study was designed to test a new cell therapy called B7H3 CAR-T for people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific marker (B7H3). The goal was to see if the treatment is safe and shrinks tumors. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so n…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Guangzhou Bio-gene Technology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New drug duo shows promise against aggressive colon cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving two immunotherapy drugs (IBI310 and sintilimab) before surgery can eliminate or shrink tumors in people with a specific genetic type of colon cancer (MSI-H/dMMR). About 453 adults with stage IIB or III colon cancer that can be surgically removed wi…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Innovent Biologics (Suzhou) Co. Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New immune therapy aims to train body to attack rectal cancer cells
Disease control OngoingThis early phase trial tests a biological product mix designed to train the immune system to recognize and kill CEA-positive rectal cancer cells. The study involves 20 participants with early-stage rectal cancer (Stage 0 to IIA) who have not yet developed symptoms or metastasis. …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Han Xu, M.D., Ph.D., FAPCR, Sponsor-Investigator, IRB Chair • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing a new drug called tuvusertib, given together with either lartesertib or avelumab, in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the best dose, and see how the body pr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: EMD Serono Research & Development Institute, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Promising cancer therapy study pulled before it began
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to test a new treatment called CAR-T cell therapy for people with advanced colorectal cancer. The therapy uses specially modified immune cells to target two proteins on cancer cells. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Guangzhou Bio-gene Technology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New hope for Tough-to-Treat colorectal cancer: drug targets specific protein
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests two different doses of an investigational drug called telisotuzumab adizutecan in about 74 adults with metastatic colorectal cancer that has stopped responding to standard treatments and whose tumors have a specific protein (c-Met). The drug is given by I…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New combo therapy tackles cancer in HIV patients
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests the safety of combining two cancer drugs, nivolumab and cabozantinib, in people with HIV who have advanced solid tumors. Only 8 participants were enrolled. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can shrink or stabilize tumors.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New drug combo takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers in first human test
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called AMG 355, given alone or together with the immunotherapy Keytruda, in 77 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colon, stomach, or melanoma) that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to c…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New drug targets rare gene fusions in multiple cancers
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests the drug entrectinib in over 500 people with advanced solid tumors that have specific gene changes (NTRK, ROS1, or ALK fusions). The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors and control the disease. Participants have various cancer types, including lu…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New antibody combo shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called BI 765179, an antibody that helps the immune system fight cancer. It is given alone or with other drugs (ezabenlimab or pembrolizumab) to adults with advanced solid tumors or head and neck cancer. The study aims to find the best dose…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New pill targets multiple KRAS mutations in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing a new oral drug called LY4066434, which blocks several types of KRAS proteins that drive cancer growth. The study includes up to 750 people with advanced pancreatic, lung, colorectal, or other solid tumors that have specific KRAS mutations. The d…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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MRNA cancer shots: new hope or hype?
Disease control OngoingThis 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.…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: ModernaTX, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Could one drug replace the standard triple therapy for rectal cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a single immunotherapy drug, dostarlimab, can effectively treat people with a specific type of advanced rectal cancer (dMMR/MSI-H) that has not been treated before. About 154 participants will receive the drug and, if their cancer completely disappears, t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can yogurt and kimchi boost cancer treatment?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether eating 3-6 servings of fermented foods daily (like yogurt, kefir, and sauerkraut) can improve how well cancer treatments work in patients with locally advanced rectal cancer or non-small cell lung cancer. The 39 participants are randomly assigned to eithe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New chemo cocktail shows promise for tough-to-treat colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a more intense chemotherapy regimen (mFOLFOXIRI) plus the drug bevacizumab against a standard regimen (mFOLFOX-6) plus bevacizumab as a first treatment for people with advanced colorectal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The trial includes 528 participan…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Yanhong Deng • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Timing of chemo could be key in colon cancer fight
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether giving chemotherapy both before and after surgery (perioperative) is better than only after surgery for people with advanced colon cancer. About 738 participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. The goal is to see if the perioperative ap…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New hope for advanced colorectal cancer: targeted drug M9140 enters early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests an experimental drug called M9140 in 12 Chinese patients with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The drug works like a guided missile, delivering chemotherapy directly to cancer cells that carry a specific marker…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Healthcare KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, an affiliate of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise in shrinking colorectal tumors before surgery
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 pilot study is testing whether giving two immunotherapy drugs, botensilimab and balstilimab, before surgery can shrink tumors in people with colorectal cancer. The trial includes 26 participants across three groups, with some receiving more doses and one group having…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Immunotherapy drug shows promise for Tough-to-Treat colorectal cancer in china
Disease control OngoingThis study compares the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab with standard chemotherapy in about 100 Chinese patients whose advanced colorectal cancer has a specific genetic feature (MSI-H or dMMR). The goal is to see if pembrolizumab can slow cancer growth or improve survival better…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New study aims to save rectums in early cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a treatment plan to avoid major surgery for early-stage rectal cancer. Patients first receive chemotherapy, then a small surgery to remove the tumor, followed by radiation and more chemo. The goal is to see if this approach can cure the cancer while keeping the r…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fox Chase Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New drug combo aims to shrink rectal tumors before surgery
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether combining two drugs (nivolumab and regorafenib) with short-course radiation can shrink tumors in people with stage II or III rectal cancer. About 72 participants will receive the drugs before and after radiation, followed by surgery or a watch-and-wait ap…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jules Bordet Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to boost Radiation's punch with fewer side effects
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase study tests a new way to treat advanced solid tumors by combining low-dose radiation with a drug called 5-aminolevulinic acid (ALA). The drug is thought to make cancer cells more sensitive to radiation, allowing lower doses to be used and potentially reducing har…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Fox Chase Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to tame advanced colon cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether a combination of three drugs—trifluridine/tipiracil, capecitabine, and bevacizumab—can safely control metastatic colorectal cancer in people who are not healthy enough for standard intensive chemotherapy. The first part finds the best dose, and the s…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gruppo Oncologico del Nord-Ovest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise against tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called MEDI5752, given alone or with chemotherapy, in adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug can shrink tumors. About 400 p…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: MedImmune LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Virus-Immunotherapy cocktail takes on tough GI cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing a combination of pelareorep (a reovirus) and atezolizumab (an immunotherapy) along with standard chemotherapies in people with advanced anal or pancreatic cancers. The study aims to find safe doses, look for biomarkers that predict response, and …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Oncolytics Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Double immune attack: new combo therapy targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing a combination of two immunotherapy drugs—pembrolizumab and recombinant interleukin-12—in 36 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination can help …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New immunotherapy targets tough pancreatic cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental immunotherapy called ELI-002 7P in people with pancreatic or other solid tumors that have specific KRAS or NRAS gene mutations. The treatment aims to train the immune system to attack cancer cells. About 158 participants will receive t…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Elicio Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Which drug first? new trial aims to improve survival in tough colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing two different sequences of the drugs panitumumab and regorafenib in 214 patients with advanced colorectal cancer that no longer responds to standard treatments. The goal is to see which order of these drugs helps patients live longer. Participants mu…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gruppo Oncologico del Nord-Ovest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New HPV vaccine combo aims to fight Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an HPV vaccine (PRGN-2009) alone or with a drug called M7824 in people with HPV-positive cancers like cervical, anal, and throat cancers. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if the combination boosts the immune system's attack on tumors. The trial includes 39…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New drug may lessen painful side effects of anal cancer therapy
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called BMX-001 added to standard radiation and chemotherapy for people newly diagnosed with anal cancer. The goal is to see if BMX-001 can reduce severe side effects like rectal bleeding and skin problems while still fighting the cancer. About 24 adult…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Nebraska • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New drug combo targets cancer in brain and spine
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests whether adding the drug azeliragon to radiation therapy is safe for people whose cancer has spread to the lining of the brain and spinal cord. About 21 adults with solid tumors or aggressive brain cancers will receive the combination. The main goal is…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Experimental drug combo aims to tackle tough colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 study tests whether adding leronlimab to standard chemotherapy and a targeted drug can shrink tumors or improve survival in people with a specific type of advanced colorectal cancer (MSS mCRC) that has not responded to prior treatments. About 66 adults will receive o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: CytoDyn, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Cancer drug targets genetic weakness in advanced tumors
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests the drug olaparib in 329 people with advanced solid tumors that have certain DNA repair mutations (HRRm) or deficiencies (HRD). Participants have already tried standard treatments without success. The main goal is to see if olaparib can shrink tumors, wit…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Experimental drug duo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called M6620 (berzosertib) combined with the chemotherapy irinotecan in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or can't be removed. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination can slow tumor growth. About 66 p…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Virus therapy takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called EM-I-2024, made from a modified enterovirus, in 24 adults with advanced solid tumors that cannot be surgically removed and have not responded to other treatments. The drug is given either intravenously or directly into the artery fee…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Medical Research Radiological Centre of the Ministry of Health of Russia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Could an immune booster help kids fight deadly brain cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing the safety and potential benefit of pembrolizumab, an immunotherapy drug, in 71 children whose brain tumors (like DIPG, high-grade gliomas, or medulloblastoma) have come back or not responded to standard treatments. The drug works by helping the …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New immunotherapy shows promise for Tough-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new immunotherapy drug, HX008, against standard chemotherapy for people with a specific type of advanced colorectal cancer (MSI-H/dMMR). The goal is to see if HX008 can delay cancer growth better than chemotherapy. About 190 adults with this genetic marker will…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Taizhou Hanzhong biomedical co. LTD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to starve and attack tumors in advanced cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a combination of two drugs—pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy that helps the immune system fight cancer) and ziv-aflibercept (which cuts off blood supply to tumors)—in people with advanced solid tumors like melanoma, colorectal, ovarian, and kidney cance…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New pill targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called RMC-6291 in adults with advanced cancers (lung, colon, pancreatic) that have a specific KRAS G12C mutation. The goal is to find the safest dose and see how well the drug works. About 222 participants will receive the drug by mouth, a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Revolution Medicines, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Zapping cancer during surgery: new rectal cancer trial underway
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving a single dose of radiation directly to the tumor area during surgery is feasible for people with advanced or recurrent rectal cancer. About 31 participants will be randomly assigned to receive standard surgery, surgery plus a standard radiation dos…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer: drug cocktail trial launches
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding new cancer drugs to standard chemotherapy and bevacizumab can better control metastatic microsatellite-stable colorectal cancer. About 61 adults with this advanced cancer will receive different treatment combinations. The goal is to find safer, mor…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: MedImmune LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Cancer-Fighting virus teams up with immunotherapy to tackle rare skin tumors
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial is testing whether a combination of talimogene laherparepvec (a modified herpes virus that infects and kills cancer cells) and nivolumab (an immunotherapy drug) can shrink tumors in people with rare skin cancers or lymphomas that haven't responded to standard …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New drug duo aims to outsmart stubborn cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a combination of two drugs—guadecitabine and pembrolizumab—in about 60 people with advanced solid tumours (like lung cancer) that no longer respond to standard therapies. The main goal is to find the safest dose and check for side effects. Researchers…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New drug SKB410 enters human testing for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called SKB410 in about 54 adults with advanced solid tumors who have no standard treatment options left. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and see if it can shrink tumors. Participants receive multiple doses…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sichuan Kelun-Biotech Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer mutation
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests two drug combinations for people with advanced colorectal cancer that has a specific genetic change called KRAS G12C. In one group, patients who haven't had treatment yet will receive the drugs IBI351 and cetuximab β plus chemotherapy (FOLFIRI). In another group,…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New drug candidate targets advanced colorectal cancer in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests an investigational drug called telisotuzumab adizutecan in about 30 Chinese adults with advanced colorectal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The main goals are to check safety and how the drug moves through the body. Participants receive diff…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Drug combo shows promise in early ovarian cancer trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests two oral cancer drugs, niraparib and neratinib, given together. The first part aims to find the safest dose in people with advanced solid tumors. The second part checks if that dose can keep platinum-resistant ovarian cancer from growing for at least …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Cancer drug pertuzumab tested for Long-Term use in extension trial
Disease control OngoingThis study gives continued access to the cancer drug pertuzumab (Perjeta) for people with solid tumors who were already benefiting from it in a previous Roche trial. About 154 participants will receive the drug every 3 weeks, alone or with other treatments, until their disease wo…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for hard-to-treat HER2 cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called trastuzumab deruxtecan, alone or with other medicines, in people with advanced solid tumors that have a protein called HER2. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink or control these cancers. About 127 adults with tumors that cannot be removed by s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: DB-1305 enters human trials
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called DB-1305/BNT325 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if it can shrink tumors. About 1,100 participants will take part in this early-phase trial.
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: DualityBio Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New pill targets rare gene mutations in advanced cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called KL590586, taken as a capsule, in people with advanced solid tumors that have specific RET gene changes. The trial has two phases: Phase I checks safety and the right dose, while Phase II looks at how well the drug shrinks tumors. Up to…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sichuan Kelun-Biotech Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Could a mood stabilizer help fight colorectal cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding the drug sodium valproate (commonly used for seizures and mood disorders) to standard targeted therapy (panitumumab or cetuximab) can help control metastatic colorectal cancer longer. The study involves 38 adults with a specific geneti…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Australasian Gastro-Intestinal Trials Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New combo therapy targets tough colorectal cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests the safety and effectiveness of combining the experimental drug AVUTOMETINIB (VS-6766) with cetuximab in people with advanced colorectal cancer that has a KRAS mutation. It is for those whose cancer worsened after prior treatments or who cannot tolerate them. The…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Personalized cancer attack: new trial matches drugs to tumor genes
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether giving cancer drugs based on a tumor's genetic makeup can help people with advanced solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery or have spread. About 920 participants will receive a drug or drug combination tailored to their tumor's specific g…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Scientists reprogram immune cells to attack common cancer mutation
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a personalized treatment for people with metastatic solid cancers that have KRAS mutations. Doctors take a patient's own white blood cells, genetically modify them to recognize and attack KRAS-mutated cancer cells, and return them to the patient along…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for Tough-to-Treat bile duct cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding the experimental drug CTX-009 to standard chemotherapy (paclitaxel) helps adults with advanced bile duct, gallbladder, or ampullary cancer that has worsened after one prior treatment. About 168 participants will be randomly assigned to receive eith…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Compass Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Cancer drug olaparib gets a makeover: which pill works best?
Disease control OngoingThis phase I trial tests two different oral forms of the cancer drug olaparib (AZD2281) in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to see how well the body absorbs each form. About 197 participants will receive both forms…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New drug ZW191 targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called ZW191 in people with advanced solid tumors, including ovarian, endometrial, and non-small cell lung cancers. The drug is designed to target a protein on cancer cells and deliver a toxic payload. The main goals are to check safety, fi…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Zymeworks BC Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New combo treatment may slow colorectal cancer spread
Disease control OngoingThis trial is for people with colorectal cancer that has spread to a few spots in the body but cannot be fully removed by surgery alone. After 3-4 months of standard chemotherapy, participants either continue chemotherapy alone or also receive local ablative therapy—such as surge…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Australasian Gastro-Intestinal Trials Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase study tests a new treatment called WD-01, which uses a patient's own immune cells modified to target a protein (GCC) found on colorectal cancer cells. The goal is to see if it is safe and can shrink tumors in people with metastatic colorectal cancer who have alre…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Wondercel Biotech (ShenZhen) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Universal CAR-T therapy takes on advanced colorectal cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tests a new universal CAR-T cell therapy (REVO-UWD-01) in 30 adults with metastatic colorectal cancer that has spread. The treatment targets a protein called GCC found on cancer cells. The main goals are to find the safest dose and check for side effects, w…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Wondercel Biotech (ShenZhen) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New drug XmAb20717 tested in rare cancers – trial suspended
Disease control TerminatedThis phase II trial tests the safety and effectiveness of a drug called XmAb20717 in 140 people with advanced rare cancers, including mesothelioma, lymphoma, and small cell lung cancer. The drug is given by IV. The main goal is to see if tumors shrink. The trial is currently susp…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could a drug replace surgery for some colon cancers?
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial is testing whether the drug cemiplimab can control a specific type of colon cancer (dMMR) without needing surgery. About 50 adults with this cancer type will receive the drug through an IV. The main goal is to see if it is safe and effective enough to avoid an…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Heat vs. scalpel: new study tests microwave ablation for lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two standard treatments for lung tumors: microwave ablation, which uses heat to kill cancer cells, and surgical wedge resection, which removes a small piece of lung. Researchers want to see which method works better and is safer for patients with non-small cel…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New drug LP-184 tested on tough cancers: hope for Late-Stage patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called LP-184 in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow their growth. About 64 participants will receive the drug as an…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Lantern Pharma Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New chemo combo tested for rare gut cancers – results disappoint
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tested whether a combination of temozolomide and capecitabine works better than the standard cisplatin and etoposide for people with advanced, hard-to-treat gastrointestinal neuroendocrine carcinomas. The study enrolled 67 participants whose cancer had spread o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Short radiation plus chemo before surgery may boost rectal cancer survival
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial compares two treatment approaches for high-risk rectal cancer. The experimental group gets a short course of radiation (5 days) followed by several months of chemotherapy before surgery. The standard group receives longer chemoradiotherapy followed by surgery a…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New radiation boost may improve rectal cancer treatment
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether giving a higher, targeted radiation dose to the main tumor and nearby lymph nodes can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced rectal cancer. About 128 adults whose cancer has not spread beyond the pelvis will receive either standard radiation or…
Sponsor: Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New antibody drug takes on advanced cancers in first human trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing a new drug called NTX-1088, which targets a protein on cancer cells, either alone or combined with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab. The study involves 90 people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The main goals are …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Nectin Therapeutics Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New surgery aims to remove stomach tumors without major incisions
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a new surgical method for removing non-cancerous or early cancerous growths (submucosal tumors) located where the stomach meets the esophagus. The technique combines two types of scopes (laparoscope and endoscope) with a special step to prepare the blood vessels …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Peking University People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Experimental cell therapy for advanced gynecological cancers halted before start
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to test an experimental treatment called GT316, made from a patient's own immune cells (tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes), for advanced gynecological cancers. The goal was to check the safety and side effects of this cell therapy. However, the study was withdrawn b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Grit Biotechnology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Tiny paclitaxel particles aim to hit tumors harder
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new form of the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel, called FID-007, in 50 people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to other treatments. The drug is wrapped in a special polymer to make it smaller, which may help it reach deeper into …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Can a Nurse-Led program transform Women's health in hong kong?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a nurse-led health program for women aged 45 to 64 in Hong Kong. The program uses a 5-step approach (ask, advice, assess, assist, arrange) to help women manage conditions like high blood pressure, anxiety, and menopause symptoms. Researchers will compare the prog…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancer? ZG005 drug trial begins
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests a new biologic drug called ZG005 in 50 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to or are not suitable for standard treatments. Participants receive ZG005 by IV every three weeks. The study measures how many tumors shrink and tracks side…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Suzhou Zelgen Biopharmaceuticals Co.,Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New device could help colon cancer patients avoid a stoma bag
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a temporary device called Colovac that is placed inside the bowel after colon cancer surgery to protect the surgical connection. The goal is to see if it can help patients avoid needing a temporary stoma bag. About 108 adults with colon cancer will take part, and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: SafeHeal Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Electric bandage aims to zap surgical infections
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a bioelectric wound dressing can reduce infections after colon surgery better than the usual antiseptic skin prep. About 20 adults having elective colon surgery will be enrolled. Researchers will measure bacteria levels in skin samples to compare the two …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: AdventHealth • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New hope for Drug-Resistant stomach cancer? sorafenib trial underway
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests the drug sorafenib in 38 patients with gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) that has worsened despite treatment with imatinib and sunitinib. Sorafenib works by blocking enzymes that help tumors grow and by cutting off blood supply to the cancer. The stud…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Fewer cuts, same hope: new surgery for colon cancer tested
Disease control OngoingThis study compares a newer, less invasive surgery (reduced-port laparoscopy) to standard laparoscopic surgery for people with colon or upper rectal cancer. The goal is to see if the newer approach is as safe and effective, while possibly causing less pain and faster recovery. 50…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to stop colorectal cancer from coming back
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis early-phase trial tests whether adding a personalized immune treatment to standard chemotherapy can prevent cancer recurrence in colorectal cancer patients who have minimal residual disease (MRD) after surgery. Ten adults aged 18-80 with stage II (high-risk) or stage III col…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New targeted combo aims to outsmart Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether a new targeted drug (MRTX849) combined with cetuximab works better than standard chemotherapy for people with advanced colorectal cancer that has a specific KRAS G12C mutation. About 461 participants whose cancer worsened after first-line treatmen…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Mirati Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New rectal cancer device tested in elderly patients
Disease control TerminatedThis pilot study tests a new rectal applicator for delivering radiation therapy to elderly patients with inoperable rectal cancer. The treatment combines external beam radiation with three sessions of internal radiation (brachytherapy) using the new device. The study aims to see …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sir Mortimer B. Davis - Jewish General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to boost immunotherapy in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding an experimental drug called NP137 to standard immunotherapy (PD-1/PD-L1 blockers) can help shrink or control advanced solid tumors that are stable or resistant to treatment alone. About 57 adults with various advanced cancers will receive the combi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Centre Leon Berard • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a tiny dose of immunotherapy tame tough cancers?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a low dose of the immunotherapy drug nivolumab, alone or with chemotherapy, in people with advanced colorectal or stomach cancers that have a specific genetic feature (MSI/dMMR). The goal is to see if this approach can shrink tumors before surgery or control the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Blokhin's Russian Cancer Research Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New immunotherapy combo tested in kids with Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing two immunotherapy drugs, durvalumab and tremelimumab, in children and teens up to age 17 with advanced solid tumors or blood cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The first part finds the safest dose, and the second part checks if the drugs…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New drug aims to shrink hard-to-treat GI tumors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new medicine called raludotatug deruxtecan in about 160 adults with advanced gastrointestinal cancers (pancreatic, bile duct, gallbladder, colorectal, stomach, or gastroesophageal junction). The drug is designed to attach to cancer cells and deliver a treatment…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New antibody drug shows promise in fighting advanced cancers
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial is testing an experimental drug called PRL3-zumab in 51 people with advanced solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery or have spread. The drug is given as an IV infusion every two weeks. The main goal is to see how long the cancer stays under control and …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Intra-IMMUSG Pte Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New drug duo takes on advanced cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two experimental drugs, AK127 and AK112, together in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety and see if the combination can shrink tumors. About 216 adults aged 18 to 75 with good perfor…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Akeso • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise in rectal cancer after standard treatment
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding two immunotherapy drugs (atezolizumab and tiragolumab) after standard chemoradiation can help eliminate tumors in people with locally advanced rectal cancer. About 58 participants will receive either the drug combination or atezolizumab alone befor…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New targeted pill takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers with IDH mutations
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests an oral drug called LY3410738 in people with advanced solid tumors (like bile duct cancer, cartilage cancer, or brain tumors) that have specific IDH1 or IDH2 mutations. The main goal is to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. About …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for bile duct cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug durvalumab to standard chemotherapy can help people with advanced biliary tract cancer (a type of bile duct cancer). About 142 participants will receive the combination, and researchers will track side effects, s…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New radiation therapy targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tests a new drug that delivers radiation directly to cancer cells that make a protein called CEA. It is for people with advanced colorectal or other CEA-positive cancers that have spread. The main goals are to find the safest dose and understand side effect…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New drug combo tested for advanced cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing two different doses of vorinostat (a drug that blocks enzymes needed for cancer cell growth) combined with either carboplatin or paclitaxel (standard chemotherapy drugs) in 20 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other tre…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New targeted drug shows promise for Hard-to-Treat breast cancers
Disease control OngoingThis 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…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Tough-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called tisotumab vedotin, alone or with other cancer medicines, in people with advanced colorectal, lung, pancreatic, or head and neck cancers that have stopped responding to standard treatments. About 350 participants receive different dosing schedules to…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Seagen, a wholly owned subsidiary of Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Experimental drug combo shows promise for Tough-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called TRC102 (methoxyamine) combined with standard chemotherapy (cisplatin and pemetrexed) in people with advanced solid tumors or mesothelioma that has not responded to prior treatment. The goal is to see if TRC102 can make cancer cells more sensitiv…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Robot-Assisted surgery aims to improve rectal tumor removal
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new robotic surgery method for removing rectal tumors. The approach uses a single-port robot to improve flexibility and visibility during the operation. Researchers will study 20 patients with benign or early-stage rectal tumors to see if the procedure is safe …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jeng-Fu You • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New cancer drug ALK-N001 enters early human testing
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called ALK-N001 in people with advanced solid tumors, including esophageal, lung, and stomach cancers. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see how the drug moves through the body. Only 16 participants were enrolled,…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Zhejiang Anglikang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New pill targets gene flaws in hard-to-treat bile duct cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called CGT4859 in people with bile duct cancer or other advanced solid tumors that have specific changes in the FGFR2 or FGFR3 genes. The drug is designed to block these faulty genes and slow tumor growth. About 110 adults who have already tr…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cogent Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Could a lower dose of immunotherapy shrink colorectal tumors before surgery?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether low doses of the immunotherapy drugs nivolumab or pembrolizumab can shrink tumors in people with a specific genetic type of colorectal cancer (MSI/dMMR) before they have surgery. The study involves 30 participants with stage II-III disease wh…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Blokhin's Russian Cancer Research Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New drug combo tested for tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called BMS-986484, alone or with another drug (nivolumab), in people with advanced solid tumors like lung, colon, pancreatic, stomach, and head/neck cancers. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose. About 213 participants w…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Stem cell shot for pouchitis fails to launch
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to test whether injecting stem cells from a donor's bone marrow into the pouch (a surgically created internal reservoir) could safely treat pouchitis that hadn't improved with antibiotics or other drugs. The trial was planned for 12 adults aged 18-75 in the U.S.,…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New pill and immunotherapy combo tested for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new oral drug called GS-9911, alone or with an intravenous immunotherapy (zimberelimab), in 45 adults with advanced solid tumors who have run out of standard options. The main goals are to check safety, find the best dose, and see how the body handl…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Weight loss program aims to cut cancer risk in BRCA and lynch syndrome carriers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a weight management and health behavior program for people with BRCA or Lynch syndrome mutations, who have a higher risk of certain cancers. Participants receive diet tracking, exercise guidance, phone coaching, and online support to help them lose weight and ado…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New drug combo aims to control Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two drugs, selumetinib and olaparib, in people with advanced or recurrent solid tumors (including ovarian, endometrial, breast, and others) that have specific genetic changes or have stopped responding to similar treatments. The first phase finds…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New hope for elderly colorectal cancer patients: triple therapy shows promise
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at how well a combination of three drugs—capecitabine, oxaliplatin, and bevacizumab—works as a first treatment for elderly patients (70 and older) with metastatic colorectal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if this approach can delay c…
Sponsor: Istituto Oncologico Veneto IRCCS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New drug combo aims to shrink rectal tumors before surgery
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests the safety of combining the chemotherapy drug TAS-102 with radiation therapy for people with stage II or III rectal cancer that hasn't been treated yet. The goal is to find the safest dose of TAS-102 to use with radiation before surgery to remove the …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New pill shows promise against Hard-to-Treat RET-Driven cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an oral drug called selpercatinib in people with advanced solid tumors that have RET gene alterations, including certain lung, thyroid, and colon cancers. The goal is to find the best dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. About 857 participants are enrolled…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New drug combo takes on advanced cancers in first human trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests an experimental drug called ANV600, given alone or with the immunotherapy Keytruda, in 240 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety and see if the drug can shrink tumors. Beca…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Anaveon AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New drug combo targets tough cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called MK-2870, either alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, in Japanese patients with advanced solid tumors or a type of lung cancer. The main goal is to check the safety and side effects of these treatments. About 30 people will …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Custom-Made cancer vaccine shows promise in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a personalized immunotherapy called MVX-ONCO-2 for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The vaccine is made from the patient's own tumor cells and aims to boost the immune system to fight the cancer. The st…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Geneva • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Stem cell shot for Crohn's fistulas: hope or hype?
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to test whether injecting donor stem cells directly into fistulas could safely help heal them in people with Crohn's disease who have an ileal pouch. The trial was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no results are available. The approach was expe…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Cancer cocktail: new combo aims to tame tough tumors
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a combination of three drugs—bortezomib, gemcitabine, and doxorubicin—in people with advanced urothelial cancer or other solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery. The main goal is to find the highest safe dose of the two chemotherapy drugs when …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Bacteria bombs target stubborn tumors in new cancer combo trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a special bacteria (Clostridium novyi-NT) injected directly into tumors, combined with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab, for people with advanced solid tumors that haven't responded to standard treatments. The bacteria are designed to break down tumor cells f…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New 'Bottom-Up' surgery could improve rectal cancer outcomes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new surgical technique called transanal total mesorectal excision (taTME) for rectal cancer. Instead of operating from the abdomen, surgeons work from the anus upward, which may make it easier to remove the tumor completely. The trial includes 100 adults with e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Cancer patients get continued access to promising drug
Disease control OngoingThis study allows people with advanced cancers who are already benefiting from the drug ribociclib in a previous Novartis trial to keep receiving it. The goal is to provide continued access and monitor how long they stay on treatment and any side effects. Only 22 patients are enr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Personalized dosing of cancer drug pazopanib tested in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase I trial tests the drug pazopanib (Votrient) in 54 patients with advanced solid tumors that have spread or not responded to other treatments. Pazopanib works by blocking blood vessel growth that tumors need. Researchers aim to find the best dose that balances effectiven…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests two drugs, veliparib and dinaciclib, in adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread and cannot be cured. The goal is to find the safest dose and understand side effects. About 121 participants will take part to see if this combination can slow …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Gut bacteria boost? new trial tests probiotics to help immunotherapy fight stubborn colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests whether adding Akkermansia probiotics to standard immunotherapy and chemotherapy can safely help patients with advanced colorectal cancer that hasn't responded to prior treatments. The trial enrolls 22 adults whose tumors are MSS/pMMR type, which typi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Could a malaria drug help fight cancer? early trial tests new combo
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests two drugs together—MK-2206 and hydroxychloroquine—in people with advanced solid tumors, melanoma, kidney, or prostate cancer. The goal is to find the safest dose and see how the combination affects cancer cell growth. About 62 participants will take b…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New drug combo aims to wipe out rectal tumors before surgery
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding the experimental drug galunisertib to standard chemoradiation can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced rectal cancer. About 50 participants will receive the combination over 8 weeks, followed by surgery. Researchers will also s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Providence Health & Services • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New pill takes on tough cancers: first human trial begins
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new oral drug called TT125-802 in 50 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung cancer) that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the right dose, and see if it can shrink tumors. It is a fi…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: TOLREMO therapeutics AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Experimental drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing whether combining two drugs—erlotinib and irinotecan—can safely treat advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard care. Erlotinib blocks signals that help cancer cells grow, while irinotecan is a chemotherapy drug that stops cancer …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to save rectums from surgery
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving either short-course radiation or long-course chemoradiation, followed by a strong chemotherapy cocktail (mFOLFOXIRI), can shrink low rectal tumors enough to avoid radical surgery. About 66 adults with stage T2-4a rectal cancer whose tumor is within…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Pei-Rong Ding • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tested the safety and best dose of two drugs, ixabepilone and temsirolimus, given together to adults with advanced solid tumors that had spread or could not be removed. The goal was to find a dose that limits side effects while potentially killing more canc…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Can adding radiation boost immunotherapy against tough cancers?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining two immunotherapy drugs (durvalumab and tremelimumab) with or without radiation therapy can shrink tumors in people with metastatic colorectal or non-small cell lung cancer. About 110 participants will receive the drugs alone or with hig…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug (veliparib) combined with two chemotherapy drugs (cyclophosphamide and doxorubicin) in people with advanced solid tumors or non-Hodgkin lymphoma that cannot be removed by surgery or have spread. The main goal is to find the safest dose and …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase 1 trial is testing the safety and best dose of a combination of three drugs—entinostat, nivolumab, and ipilimumab—in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The goal is to see if this mix can help the immune system fight cancer more eff…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New drug shows promise against multiple Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called trastuzumab deruxtecan (T-DXd) in people with various advanced cancers that have a protein called HER2. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors and control the disease. About 477 participants with cancers like bladder, cervical, ovarian, an…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New combo immunotherapy drug enters human trials for 18 cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called AI-061, which combines two immune-boosting antibodies (anti-PD-1 and anti-CTLA-4) into one treatment. The study will enroll 18 adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The main goals are to find a safe…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: OncoC4, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new treatment approach for people with advanced colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver, lungs, or abdomen and cannot be removed with surgery. The treatment combines a short course of radiation with immunotherapy (tislelizumab), chemotherapy (CAPOX), and…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Cancer combo trial pulled before it even started
Disease control TerminatedThis was a phase 2 study planned to test a new drug called NGM707 combined with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors, specifically colorectal cancer. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors and to check for side eff…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: NGM Biopharmaceuticals, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Triple therapy shows promise for Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding two targeted drugs (encorafenib and cetuximab) to standard immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) works better than immunotherapy alone for people with a specific genetic type of advanced colorectal cancer. About 107 participants with untreated, metastatic …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Cancer patients get continued access to key therapy in extension study
Disease control OngoingThis study provides ongoing access to atezolizumab-based treatment for people with cancer who were already in a Roche-sponsored trial. It includes up to 49 participants who need to continue their therapy because the drug isn't available locally. The main goal is to keep treatment…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Shorter antibiotics after pancreatic surgery may cut hospital stays
Disease control TerminatedThis study compares two approaches to prevent pancreatic leaks after Whipple surgery: giving antibiotics for a short time with a drug called octreotide versus giving antibiotics for a longer time. About 103 adults at intermediate or high risk for leaks will take part. The goal is…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Could a vitamin e boost chemo for advanced colon cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether adding tocotrienol, a form of vitamin E, to standard chemotherapy and bevacizumab can improve treatment and reduce side effects in people with metastatic colorectal cancer. About 83 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either tocotri…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Vejle Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New drug shows promise for stubborn cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called 9-ING-41, given alone or with chemotherapy, in adults with cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can help control the disease. About 350 people with various advanced cancers, including…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Actuate Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New oral drug shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called LY3200882, taken orally, in people with solid tumors. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose. Some participants also receive other cancer treatments like chemotherapy or radiation. The study involves 223 a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Keytruda takes on genetic weak spots in advanced tumors
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether pembrolizumab (Keytruda) can shrink or control advanced solid tumors that have certain gene mutations (BRCA1, BRCA2, POLE, POLD1). The study enrolled 21 adults with cancers that have spread or come back. Researchers measure how many patients see t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New Two-Drug immune attack launched against tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests two experimental immunotherapy drugs — botensilimab and balstilimab — alone and together in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and look for ea…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Agenus Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing a combination of two drugs, cabozantinib and nivolumab, in 48 people with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink or stabilize tumors. All participants have a type of …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Smart scans guide radiation to zap rectal cancer more precisely
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether using MRI scans during radiation treatment can help doctors adjust the radiation dose to better target rectal cancer. Twenty people with stage II or III rectal cancer will receive standard chemotherapy plus MRI-guided radiation. The main goal …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New cancer drug BAY2965501 enters first human tests
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called BAY2965501, which boosts the immune system to fight cancer. It is given alone or with other drugs like pembrolizumab and chemotherapy. The study includes about 284 people with advanced solid tumors (skin, kidney, stomach, or lung can…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New combo therapy under observation for advanced colon cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study is observing 300 adults with metastatic colorectal cancer who are receiving a combination of two drugs (fluoropyrimidine and bevacizumab). The goal is to measure how long patients live and how long the cancer stays under control. The study is not testing a new treatmen…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a personalized cell therapy for people with advanced colorectal, pancreatic, or lung cancers that have a specific KRAS G12V mutation. The treatment involves taking a patient's own immune T cells, engineering them to recognize and attack cancer cells, …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Corregene Biotechnology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called E7386 combined with other cancer drugs in people with advanced solid tumors, including endometrial, liver, and colorectal cancers. The goal is to find the safest and most effective dose and to see if the combination can shrink tumors. About 300 …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Eisai Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called HRO761, alone or combined with pembrolizumab or irinotecan, in people with advanced solid tumors that have high microsatellite instability (MSI-high) or mismatch repair deficiency (dMMR). The main goals are to check safety and find t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called ERAS-601, alone or with other cancer treatments, in adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard therapies. The main goals are to find safe doses and check for side effects. About 90 participants will take pa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Erasca, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New cocktail of drugs hopes to tackle Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of three drugs—fruquintinib, an immunotherapy, and an oral chemo—in people with advanced colorectal cancer that has stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal is to see if this mix can shrink tumors and extend life. About 106 participants w…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancer? early trial of 3D185 begins
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called 3D185 in 42 adults with advanced solid tumors who have run out of standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety and how the body processes it, while also looking for any signs that it might shrink tumors. This is…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: 3D Medicines (Beijing) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Could chemo around surgery beat cancer spread in the belly?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving chemotherapy before and after surgery (plus heated chemo directly into the abdomen) helps people with colorectal cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen live longer. About 358 adults with resectable disease are randomly assigned to eith…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Koen Rovers • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New drug targets hard-to-treat cancer mutation in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests an experimental drug called INCB186748 in people with advanced or spreading solid tumors that have a specific genetic change called KRAS G12D. The main goals are to check the drug's safety and find the right dose. About 30 adults whose cancer has not …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Incyte Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New cancer drug ASTX660 tested in patients with no other options
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called ASTX660 in people with advanced solid tumors or lymphomas that have not responded to standard treatments. The trial has two phases: first, to find the safest dose and check for side effects, and second, to see if the drug can shrink tumors or co…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Taiho Oncology, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New cocktail of drugs tested for Tough-to-Treat colon cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial is testing whether a combination of four drugs—BMS-986340, nivolumab, trifluridine/tipiracil, and bevacizumab—can help control advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The study is for people with a specific type called microsat…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New drug combo targets Tough-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether combining two drugs, lurbinectedin and berzosertib, can shrink tumors in people with small cell lung cancer or high-grade neuroendocrine cancers. These cancers often stop responding to standard chemotherapy. The trial includes 37 adults and aims to find t…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with KRAS mutation
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called JDQ443, alone or with other treatments, for people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic change called KRAS G12C. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. About 344 adults whose cancer has not …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New PET tracer could spot cancers that standard scans overlook
Diagnosis OngoingThis phase 1 trial is testing a new imaging tracer called 68Ga-FAPI-46 to see where it collects in normal and cancerous tissues. About 30 people with various solid tumors or blood cancers will receive the tracer and then undergo a PET/CT scan. The goal is to understand how the tr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can ChatGPT spot cancer cells as well as a pathologist?
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is testing whether an AI tool (ChatGPT) can accurately identify abnormal cells in biopsy samples taken during an endoscopic ultrasound. About 136 adults with solid masses in the digestive tract will have their biopsy images reviewed by both the AI and expert pathologis…
Sponsor: Orlando Health, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scan could reveal hidden cancer spread
Diagnosis OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a radioactive imaging agent called Technetium-99m HYNIC-FAPI in 15 people with metastatic lung, pancreas, breast, or colorectal cancer. The goal is to see how well it highlights tumors on SPECT/CT scans. Researchers will measure where the agent goes i…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Tomsk National Research Medical Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New scan could sharpen view of rectal cancer during treatment
Diagnosis OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a special PET scan that uses a radioactive tracer (64Cu-M5A) to highlight rectal cancer cells. The goal is to see if this scan can show tumor extent and response more accurately than standard imaging before and after chemotherapy and radiation. About …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New PET tracer could sharpen liver cancer diagnosis before surgery
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is testing a new imaging agent called 18F-FSPG to see if it can better detect liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) and other liver tumors compared to standard PET scans. About 110 adults with liver cancer or benign liver tumors will receive the tracer before their s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Blood test could revolutionize colon cancer screening
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is testing a new blood test called LUNAR-2 that looks for DNA from colorectal cancer in the bloodstream. It involves over 44,000 average-risk adults aged 45-84 who are already scheduled for a screening colonoscopy. The goal is to see how well this blood test can detect…
Sponsor: Guardant Health, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New imaging combo could sharpen colorectal cancer staging
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests whether combining spectral CT scans with a genetic test (MSI) can more accurately predict if colorectal cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes. Researchers will compare the imaging results with actual tissue samples from surgery or biopsy. The goal is to improve…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yunnan Cancer Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can a simple ultrasound predict immunotherapy success?
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study explores whether special ultrasound techniques can detect early signs that cancer immunotherapy is working. Researchers will scan tumors in 30 adults with solid tumors before and after three weeks of treatment. The goal is to see if changes in blood flow measured by ul…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New imaging agent aims to light up Hard-to-Find cancers
Diagnosis TerminatedThis trial was designed to test whether a new radioactive imaging agent, 111In-ABD147, could help detect metastatic solid tumors using SPECT/CT scans. It targeted cancers like castration-resistant prostate cancer and high-grade neuroendocrine tumors. However, the study was withdr…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Thomas Hope • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New scan could reveal tumor oxygen levels, guiding better cancer treatment
Diagnosis OngoingThis early-phase study tests how well a special PET-CT scan called FAZA can measure oxygen levels in solid tumors like breast, colorectal, and pancreatic cancers. About 25 participants will receive the FAZA tracer and undergo imaging to see if the results are consistent over time…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Could a simple stool test replace colonoscopy for cancer screening in cystic fibrosis?
Diagnosis OngoingThis study looks at whether stool-based tests (like the FIT test and Cologuard) can accurately detect colorectal cancer and precancerous polyps in adults with cystic fibrosis. Researchers will compare these non-invasive tests to the standard colonoscopy in 350 participants. The g…
Sponsor: University of Washington, the Collaborative Health Studies Coordinating Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Could a simple mailed kit save more lives from colorectal cancer?
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests whether sending a colorectal cancer screening test directly to people's homes, without needing to order it first, increases the number of people who get screened. It involves 64,000 adults aged 50-74 in France. The goal is to see if this simple change leads to mo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Aspirin shows promise in cutting colon cancer risk
Prevention OngoingThis study looks at whether taking low-dose aspirin can lower the risk of colorectal cancer in people who have already had precancerous polyps removed. Researchers measure changes in certain stem cell markers in the colon and other substances in the blood and urine. The goal is t…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could a vaccine stop colon cancer in lynch syndrome patients?
Prevention OngoingThis phase IIb trial tests whether a vaccine called Tri-Ad5, combined with an immune booster N-803, can prevent colon cancer in people with Lynch syndrome. The vaccine targets proteins found in precancer and cancer cells, aiming to train the immune system to destroy them. 186 par…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Diet study aims to cut colon cancer risk in overweight adults
Prevention OngoingThis study tests three different eating plans to see which helps overweight adults at risk for colorectal cancer eat healthier and lose weight. About 240 participants will follow one of the plans for 12 months, with support from phone calls and a phone app. The goal is to find be…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can aspirin timing stop colon cancer?
Prevention OngoingThis study looks at whether taking aspirin in different patterns can help prevent colorectal cancer in people who have had colon polyps (adenomas). Aspirin may block certain enzymes that help cancer cells grow. The trial enrolled 81 adults with a history of colon polyps and measu…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Intermittent fasting may cut cancer risk in obesity
Prevention OngoingThis study compares time-restricted eating (eating only between 12pm-8pm) to daily calorie restriction for weight loss and colorectal cancer risk reduction in 193 obese adults aged 45-70. Participants follow their assigned diet for 6 months, then a maintenance phase for another 6…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can a common drug stop Chemo's nerve pain?
Prevention TerminatedThis phase II trial tests whether riluzole, a drug used for ALS, can prevent nerve damage caused by oxaliplatin chemotherapy in people with stage II/III colorectal cancer. About 80 participants will receive either riluzole or a placebo during their chemo. The study is currently s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Can a text message boost cancer screening rates?
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether a mobile health tool called mPATH™-Cloud can help more people get screened for colorectal cancer. Over 1,000 patients from a community health center in North Carolina who are overdue for screening will either receive usual care or get a link to the tool, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Norway launches massive colorectal cancer screening showdown: which test saves more lives?
Prevention OngoingThis large pilot study in Norway is comparing two common colorectal cancer screening methods—flexible sigmoidoscopy (a one-time scope exam) and biennial fecal immunochemical testing (a stool test)—to see which works best for the general population. Over 140,000 men and women aged…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Norwegian Institute of Public Health • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Massive norwegian study aims to slash colon cancer deaths with simple screening
Prevention OngoingThis large study is testing whether a screening procedure called flexible sigmoidoscopy can lower the number of colorectal cancer cases and deaths. About 100,000 men and women aged 50-64 in Norway are taking part. The study also looks at adding a stool blood test and how screenin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Norwegian Institute of Public Health • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Beans vs. belly fat: could a cup a day cut cancer risk?
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether adding canned navy beans to your daily diet can improve gut bacteria and lower obesity-related cancer risk. About 71 adults who are overweight and have a history of colorectal polyps or cancer will eat beans for 8 weeks. Researchers will check changes in …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New hope: drug cocktail aims to stop colon cancer recurrence
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether taking two drugs, eflornithine and sulindac, together can lower the chance of new high-risk growths or a second colon cancer in people who have already had stage 0 to III colon or rectal cancer. About 350 participants who are cancer-free after surgery wil…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: SWOG Cancer Research Network • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Home monitoring may keep cancer patients out of the ER
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether using telemedicine and remote monitoring can help people with advanced digestive cancers manage chemotherapy side effects at home, reducing the need for emergency room visits and hospital stays. About 750 patients and their caregivers will receive enhance…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Soy pretzels vs. wheat pretzels: a surprising weapon against inflammation?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares the effects of soy soft pretzels and wheat pretzels on inflammation in 30 men with obesity. Researchers want to see if the natural chemicals in soy can reduce chronic inflammation, which is linked to health problems like cancer. Participants will eat either so…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New support program aims to ease emotional burden of advanced cancer
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis pilot study tests a support program called CASA for people with advanced cancer and their caregivers. The program includes five counseling sessions to help with spiritual well-being and emotional distress. Researchers will enroll 124 participants to see if the program is hel…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ponce Medical School Foundation, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Can a digital rehab program help colon cancer patients recover at home?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a home-based telerehabilitation program can improve functional capacity and quality of life for patients recovering from colorectal cancer surgery. Fifty-four participants will either follow the digital program or receive a standard booklet. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Aragón • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can acupuncture replace painkillers after surgery?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether acupuncture can help manage pain after open abdominal surgery for colorectal or pancreatic cancer. About 70 patients will either receive acupuncture or standard care. The goal is to see if acupuncture reduces pain and the need for opioid painkillers, h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Intermittent fasting tested to ease radiation side effects in cancer patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether time-restricted eating (intermittent fasting) can reduce side effects from radiation or chemoradiation in people with prostate, cervical, or rectal cancers. About 49 participants will either follow a time-restricted eating plan or receive standar…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New app helps cancer patients fight financial toxicity
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests the DISCO app, designed to help cancer patients talk with their doctors about treatment costs. About 254 adults newly diagnosed with breast, prostate, lung, or colorectal cancer will use the app to become more confident in asking cost-related questions. The goal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lauren Hamel • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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No more hospital trips? video nutrition counseling tested for cancer weight loss
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares two ways of giving nutrition advice to cancer patients who have lost weight: video calls from home versus in-person hospital visits. Eighty adults with cancer and weight loss will receive personalized dietary counseling every two weeks for 12 weeks. The goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King Edward Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New online training could ease bowel troubles after rectal cancer
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether transanal irrigation (using water to flush the bowel) can improve quality of life and reduce bowel symptoms in 66 rectal cancer survivors who have low anterior resection syndrome (LARS). Participants learn the technique through an online platform with vir…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jewish General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Personalized nursing may ease recovery after colorectal cancer surgery
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to compare personalized nursing care (including counseling, temperature monitoring, and recovery guidance) with standard nursing for people having laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery. The goal was to see if the personalized approach could reduce anxiety, preve…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jiangsu Cancer Institute & Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Acupuncture needles aim to zap cancer brain fog
Symptom relief OngoingThis phase 2 study tests whether acupuncture can improve memory, focus, and thinking problems (often called 'chemo brain') in people who have had breast, colorectal, prostate, or gynecological cancer. About 48 participants will receive either real acupuncture or sham (fake) acupu…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New injection could spare cancer patients from repeated belly drains
Symptom relief OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests a drug called M701, given as an injection into the belly, to see if it can reduce the need for draining fluid in people with malignant ascites from advanced stomach, colorectal, or ovarian cancer. About 312 participants will either receive M701 plus drain…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Wuhan YZY Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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One-Time biofeedback may ease bowel troubles after rectal cancer surgery
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether adding a single, non-invasive biofeedback session to home Kegel exercises can improve bowel control, reduce emotional distress, and enhance quality of life in people who have had rectal cancer surgery. About 66 participants will be randomly assigned to ei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Virtual reality goggles could ease cancer Patients' procedure fears
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether using a virtual reality headset during PICC line placement can reduce anxiety and pain in cancer patients. About 120 adults will be randomly assigned to either receive VR plus standard care or standard care alone. The goal is to see if this non-drug appro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istituto Oncologico Veneto IRCCS • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to ease cancer's emotional toll
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a therapy program that combines in-person sessions with a smartphone app can help cancer patients feel more flexible in dealing with difficult thoughts and emotions. About 120 adults with breast, lung, or colorectal cancer will be randomly assigned to one…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Francisco Garcia Torres • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Cancer patients may skip hospital stays with new home care program
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a program that lets cancer patients receive care at home while undergoing chemotherapy or radiation. It includes remote monitoring and home visits to reduce the need for hospital stays or emergency room visits. The goal is to see if this approach improves quality…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New drug hopes to boost Radiation's punch against tough gut cancers
Symptom relief OngoingThis early-phase study tests an oral drug called ropidoxuridine (IPdR) in people with advanced gastrointestinal cancers that cannot be cured. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if it can make radiation therapy more effective at shrinking tumors. Nineteen participants wit…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Can online therapy ease the emotional toll of a colostomy?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether online group counseling can help people who have a permanent colostomy due to colorectal cancer adjust better and improve their psychological well-being and resilience. About 48 adults will be randomly assigned to receive the counseling or not. The goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gazi University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New knife may speed up colon polyp removal
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares a new bipolar knife to a standard monopolar knife for removing colon polyps using a procedure called endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD). About 80 adults with colon growths will be randomly assigned to one knife. Researchers will measure how fast the proced…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can a simple assessment make chemotherapy safer for seniors?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a personalized care plan, based on a geriatric assessment, can reduce severe side effects in older adults (65+) starting chemotherapy for common cancers. Participants are randomly assigned to receive the assessment-driven plan plus usual care, or usual ca…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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HPV Vaccine's Long-Term effects under the microscope in costa rica
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows over 8,600 women in Costa Rica who received the HPV vaccine (types 16 and 18) years ago, plus unvaccinated controls, to see how well the vaccine protects over time. Researchers are checking for cervical lesions, immune markers, and any increase in infections fr…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer treatment gets personal: MATCH trial tests Gene-Guided drugs
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis phase II trial, called MATCH, is testing whether treating cancer based on the genetic makeup of a patient's tumor works better than standard treatments. Over 6,400 adults with advanced solid tumors, lymphomas, or multiple myeloma that have not responded to prior therapy are …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smartwatches for cancer survivors: a new way to track symptoms?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether cancer survivors can use a smartwatch and a phone app to regularly report their symptoms and activity levels. Fifty adults who have finished cancer treatment and have stable disease will wear a smartwatch for about four months and fill out weekly quest…
Sponsor: Laura Longshaw • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Taiwan study hunts for hidden genetic clues in rare stomach cancer
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at the genetic makeup of a rare stomach cancer called gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) in patients whose tumors lack common mutations. Researchers will analyze tumor samples from 50 people in Taiwan to find other genetic changes that might be treatable. The …
Sponsor: National Health Research Institutes, Taiwan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Childhood farm life under the microscope: could pesticides raise cancer risk?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows over 64,000 adults who grew up on farms to see if early exposure to pesticides and other agricultural factors is linked to cancer. Participants fill out an online questionnaire and may provide biological samples. Researchers will track their health over many ye…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI-Guided radiation may shield ovaries in young cancer patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether a new type of adaptive radiotherapy can reduce radiation exposure to the ovaries in young women (ages 18-50) receiving pelvic radiation for cancers like uterine, rectal, or cervical cancer. Using advanced imaging and an AI treatment planning system, resea…
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wheat germ supplement studied for immune boost in advanced cancer
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at whether a fermented wheat germ supplement can help the immune system fight cancer better when taken with standard immunotherapy drugs. About 100 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colon, or melanoma) will take the supplement alongside their usual tr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which survey best captures Women's sexual health after colorectal cancer?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to identify which of four French-validated questionnaires is most suitable for assessing sexual function in women who have had surgery for rectal or recto-sigmoid cancer. Researchers will ask 50 women to complete all four questionnaires and rank their preferences.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New test could predict immunotherapy success from live tumor samples
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis observational study collects extra tumor tissue from 416 people with various cancers (bladder, kidney, colorectal, head and neck, liver, lung, skin, endometrial) during routine biopsies. The goal is to develop and train a 'live tumor diagnostic platform' that can predict whe…
Sponsor: Elephas • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may boost colorectal cancer screening in underserved communities
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether offering a blood test (cell free DNA) alongside standard stool tests and colonoscopy increases colorectal cancer screening rates among people who are not up-to-date with screening. The trial enrolls 340 adults aged 45-75 at a health center serving low-inc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New decision aid aims to boost colorectal cancer screening
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing a decision aid tool to help patients aged 45-75 choose the right colorectal cancer screening option. Researchers will see if the tool improves shared decision-making between patients and doctors. About 400 participants from two healthcare systems in Indiana …
Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Massive 30-Year Women's health study reveals hidden disease links
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis long-running study follows nearly 100,000 French women, mostly teachers, since 1990 to understand what factors influence their risk of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and other major illnesses. Participants fill out questionnaires every few years about their lifestyle, medi…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Rural cancer survivors may get better Follow-Up care in new study
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests new ways to help rural primary care clinics provide better follow-up care for cancer survivors. Researchers will give clinics telementoring, quality improvement coaching, and an obesity management toolkit. The goal is to see if these tools help clinics follow nat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Colon polyp Follow-Up: 6 months vs 12 months – which is better?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether a 6-month or 12-month follow-up colonoscopy is better for people who had a large colon polyp (20-50 mm) removed that was not cancerous. About 546 adults will be assigned to one of the two follow-up schedules. The goal is to see which timing finds any r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Community cancer Centers' testing practices under review
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to evaluate how community cancer centers test for biomarkers in common solid cancers like breast, lung, and colorectal cancer. Researchers planned to survey pathology practices to see if they follow guidelines for key tests and how quickly results are reported. T…
Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Study aims to see if patient diaries match insurance data
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to see how accurately patients report their own medication and healthcare use in diaries compared to official health insurance records. It planned to include people with diabetes, arthritis, kidney disease, or prostate cancer. However, the study was withdr…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Cancer's hidden toll: young kids miss key social milestones
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how cancer and its treatment impact social and emotional development in children aged 4 to 6. About 119 children with brain or solid tumors will complete questionnaires and tasks to measure social skills, thinking abilities, and play behavior. The goal is to u…
Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Doctors question chemo for rare belly cancer: study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether chemotherapy slows tumor growth in people with a rare type of appendiceal cancer that has spread. About 30 participants will be observed with and without chemotherapy to compare tumor growth rates. The goal is to give doctors clearer guidance on whethe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New home care plan aims to keep stoma patients out of the hospital
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a special home care program helps people with a new stoma (a surgical opening on the belly) recover better after colorectal cancer surgery. About 98 adults who had a stoma created will get extra support and teaching to manage their stoma at home. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bahçeşehir University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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MRI crystal ball for rectal cancer? study pulled before start
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study planned to look back at MRI scans of people with rectal cancer to see if the images could predict how aggressive the cancer is and how well it responds to treatment. The goal was to create a computer model to help doctors make better decisions. However, the study was w…
Sponsor: NHS Grampian • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Rectal cancer DNA study pulled before it started
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a blood test for cancer DNA (ctDNA) could help doctors decide which patients with stage 2 or 3 rectal cancer could safely avoid surgery and just be watched closely. It also looked at using the test to catch any cancer coming back early. However, the tri…
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Keytruda immune response trial aims to unlock cancer clues
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing how the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) changes immune-related genes and biomarkers in people with advanced solid tumors like head and neck cancer, triple-negative breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and melanoma. Researchers will analyze bloo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Frailty check could predict chemo danger for seniors
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how frailty—a state of weakness and reduced physical function—affects the risk of severe side effects from chemotherapy in people aged 70 and older with cancer. Researchers will assess 160 patients using various tests for frailty, muscle loss, and overall heal…
Sponsor: Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale Ovest Milanese, Ospedale di Legnano • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Late-Night snacks and booze: a recipe for colon cancer?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how Western habits—like drinking alcohol and eating late—might raise the risk of colorectal cancer. Twelve adults who have had colon polyps in the past will try four different weekly routines, including eating at normal times or late, with or without alcohol. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Mouth bacteria may predict colon cancer drug resistance
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study examines if the amount of a bacteria called Fusobacterium nucleatum in colon cancer tumors is linked to how well patients respond to targeted therapies like cetuximab or panitumumab. Researchers will analyze stored tumor samples from 500 patients with metastatic colore…
Sponsor: Barretos Cancer Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Young cancer patients needed for landmark study on physical and emotional health
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how colorectal cancer affects the physical and emotional well-being of adolescents and young adults (ages 18-39). Researchers will measure symptoms like fatigue, pain, and anxiety, as well as physical fitness, to better understand the challenges these patients…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Your DNA may push you to get that first colonoscopy
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether telling people over 45 their genetic risk for colorectal cancer helps them decide to get their first colonoscopy. Researchers will track how many people schedule a colonoscopy after learning their risk, and compare findings like polyps between risk gro…
Sponsor: Endeavor Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New study tracks colon polyp patients to improve cancer care
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 500 people who had a malignant colorectal polyp removed. Researchers want to learn how often the cancer stays, comes back, or spreads. They will also study how patients and doctors decide on next steps after removal. Participants share medical records and get f…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Can a Team-Based tech approach boost quality of life in older cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a new way of organizing care for people aged 70 and older who have cancer (breast, lung, colorectal, or prostate) plus at least one other serious health condition. The GERONTE program brings all their doctors and nurses together using a shared digital care plan. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Bergonié • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Cancer tissue bank study aims to unlock new treatment clues
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study collects tissue and blood samples from 1,200 adults with known or suspected cancer. The samples are taken during standard surgeries or biopsies, with no extra procedures. Researchers will compare cancerous and normal tissues to identify differences that could lead to n…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Robot vs human: Who's better at teaching cancer patients to use home monitors?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to compare a virtual voice agent with a human agent for teaching cancer patients how to use remote monitoring devices at home. Patients with lung cancer would have been randomly assigned to get instructions from either the virtual agent or a human over the phone.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Cancer patients' family talks about genetic surprises studied
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study explores how cancer patients feel and what they do when they learn about extra genetic findings from their tumor tests. Researchers want to understand how patients decide to share this information with their family members. About 495 adults with solid tumors are taking…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Cancer clot care under the microscope: new study mines data for better treatment insights
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study reviews existing medical records to understand how blood clots (VTE) are treated in people with active cancer or a history of cancer. Researchers will look at which blood thinners are used, how often clots come back, and the costs involved. No new treatments are given—…
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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AI messages aim to curb drinking in cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether AI-generated messages can change how cancer survivors think about alcohol and cancer risk. About 850 adults who have had certain cancers and currently drink alcohol will view different messages. Researchers will measure changes in their beliefs about canc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Microdose cancer drug test could reveal best treatments without side effects
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis early-phase study tests very small amounts of cancer drugs injected directly into accessible tumors in 15 adults scheduled for surgery. The goal is to see how the drugs affect the tumor's environment, like killing cancer cells or activating immune cells, without causing full…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Presage Biosciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Gene therapy safety check: 400 cancer patients monitored for years
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is a long-term follow-up for 400 people who previously received A2 Bio gene therapy for various solid tumors, including colorectal, lung, pancreatic, and ovarian cancers. No new treatment is given; instead, researchers will track participants over time to check for del…
Sponsor: A2 Biotherapeutics Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Cancer drug interaction study: will antibiotics change how cediranib works?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis Phase 1 study looks at how the antibiotic rifampicin changes the way the body processes the experimental cancer drug cediranib in 64 patients with advanced solid tumors. Participants take cediranib alone, then with rifampicin, then alone again to compare drug levels and safe…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New imaging device could help surgeons spot bowel leaks early
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a special camera that measures oxygen levels in the bowel during colorectal surgery. Surgeons will use it to see if low oxygen areas predict leaks after the procedure. About 52 adults having laparoscopic colorectal surgery will take part. The goal is to see if th…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Fitbits and glucose monitors tested for exercise tracking in cancer and diabetes patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing whether people with cancer or diabetes can use a Fitbit and a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to track their daily exercise and glucose levels. The goal is to see if it's practical and if people will stick with it. Thirty-five participants will wear both de…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Keyhole vs open surgery: which is better for rare pancreatic cancer?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study compares two surgical techniques—laparoscopic (keyhole) and open surgery—for treating a rare cancer near the pancreas called nonpancreatic periampullary adenocarcinoma. Researchers will track how long patients stay in the hospital after surgery, as well as survival rat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Why are young people getting cancer? a massive study aims to find out.
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis research study collects tissue, blood, and other samples from 2,400 people diagnosed with breast, colon, kidney, liver, multiple myeloma, or prostate cancer at a young age. The goal is to identify genetic changes that may explain why these cancers occur early, especially in …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Massive cancer survival study launched in russia
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at survival rates for people with cancers like melanoma, breast, colon, and lung cancer using data from Russian cancer registries. It includes 100,000 people of any age. The goal is to understand survival trends to help improve cancer care, not to test a new trea…
Sponsor: N.N. Petrov National Medical Research Center of Oncology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Cancer treatment costs under the microscope: new study tracks financial toll
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 565 people with stage I-III colon or rectal cancer to understand how treatment affects their finances and quality of life. Participants complete surveys about costs and financial well-being over 12 months. The goal is to help doctors better support patients fac…
Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can a Tumor's 'Neighborhood' predict drug success?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study reviews medical records from 300 cancer patients to see if the makeup of a tumor's surroundings (the tumor microenvironment) is linked to how well antibody-based therapies work. Researchers will analyze tissue samples and blood markers from patients with seven types of…
Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Laparoscopic vs open surgery: which is better for colon cancer recovery?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study compares open D3 surgery with laparoscopic CME surgery for right-sided colon cancer in 128 patients. The goal is to see if laparoscopic surgery leads to less pain, fewer complications, and faster recovery, while still being as effective at removing cancer. Researchers …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Haraldsplass Deaconess Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Massive biobank aims to unlock Cancer's secrets
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study collects tissue and blood samples from 1,600 people with various advanced cancers, along with their medical information, over the course of their treatment. Researchers will store these samples and data in a biobank for current and future studies. The goal is to better…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Does your income affect your cancer care? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study analyzes data from over 45,000 people diagnosed with colon or ovarian cancer in England between 2016 and 2017. Researchers are looking for differences in how quickly people are diagnosed and what treatments they receive, based on their socioeconomic status. The goal is…
Sponsor: University of Hull • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New study tracks pelvic changes after radiation in women with pelvic cancer
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 72 women with pelvic cancers (anal, cervical, endometrial, rectal, vaginal, or vulvar) who are receiving radiation therapy. Researchers will use pelvic exams and surveys to measure changes in vaginal health, sexual function, and quality of life over two years. …
Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Local hospital reviews colorectal cancer survival data
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks back at the experiences of 37 people with colorectal cancer treated at a single hospital. Researchers are tracking how long patients survive after diagnosis. No new treatments are being tested; the goal is to learn from real-world outcomes.
Sponsor: University of Roma La Sapienza • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Massive 75,000-Patient registry aims to unlock best uses of proton therapy
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis registry follows up to 75,000 cancer patients treated with proton or standard X-ray radiation at Loma Linda University Medical Center, some since 1990. The goal is to track long-term outcomes like disease-free survival and local recurrence to learn which radiation approaches…
Sponsor: Loma Linda University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Can Culturally-Tailored messages boost colon cancer screening in black communities?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to increase colorectal cancer screening among African Americans aged 45-72 who get care at community health centers in Michigan. Participants will learn about screening options (colonoscopy, stool tests) and choose one. Then they are randomly assigned to receive u…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Michigan State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Blood test may predict when colorectal cancer treatment fails
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether changes in tumor DNA found in the blood (ctDNA) can predict if chemotherapy is working in people with advanced colorectal cancer that no longer responds to standard treatments. About 103 participants will give blood samples and have regular scans to tr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jules Bordet Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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15-Year study tracks hidden risks of gene therapy in children
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 500 children and young adults who received gene therapy for cancer as part of earlier trials. Researchers will monitor them for up to 15 years to detect any delayed side effects. Participants have blood tests and health check-ups at regular intervals. No new tr…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Blood test could predict cancer return after surgery
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a simple blood test can find tiny bits of cancer DNA left in the body after surgery for colorectal cancer. The goal is to identify patients at high risk of the cancer coming back, so doctors can adjust follow-up care. Over 3,000 people with stage I-III…
Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Scientists map immune landscape of liver tumors to predict cancer return
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at 64 patients with colorectal cancer that spread to the liver and was surgically removed. Researchers are analyzing tumor samples to see how different immune cells and growth patterns relate to survival and cancer recurrence. The goal is to better understand why…
Sponsor: Meng Qiu • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can a statin tame a cancer protein? early trial seeks answers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis early-stage study tests whether the cholesterol drug atorvastatin can reduce levels of a faulty protein (p53) in people with various cancers, including solid tumors and leukemia. About 50 participants will take atorvastatin for 1 to 4 weeks before their planned surgery or tr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Joaquina Baranda • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Diet study hopes to tame gut inflammation in polyp patients
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a two-week plant-based Mediterranean diet can change gut bacteria and reduce inflammation in people who have had colon polyps removed. Thirty participants will eat high-fiber meals delivered to their homes, and researchers will track changes in blood and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Personalized blood test aims to track stomach and colon cancer spread
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study is for people with gastrointestinal cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen. Researchers will collect tumor tissue and blood samples to create a custom blood test that looks for cancer DNA. The goal is to see if this test can help doctors monitor the cancer…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Scientists probe Osteosarcoma's drug resistance in 763-Patient study
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study analyzes tumor and blood samples from 763 people with bone cancer (osteosarcoma) to understand why some tumors resist chemotherapy. Researchers will test how cancer cells respond to drugs in the lab and look for genetic clues. The goal is to learn more about treatment …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Massive cancer screening trial aims to cut deaths
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tested whether routine screening for four cancers (prostate, lung, colorectal, and ovarian) can lower the number of people who die from these diseases. Over 154,000 adults aged 55–74 joined the trial. Researchers compared cancer deaths between those who got screened an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Emergency vs. planned stoma surgery: which leads to better quality of life?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how well a stoma works and how it affects quality of life in people with colorectal cancer. Researchers will compare those who had a stoma created as an emergency procedure with those who had it planned ahead of time. About 700 participants will answer a quest…
Sponsor: Eva Haglind, MD, PhD, professor • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Gut bacteria may forecast surgery risks in pancreatic cancer patients
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is collecting saliva, stool, blood, bile, and tumor samples from 200 people undergoing surgery for pancreatic or related cancers. Researchers want to see if the types of bacteria in these samples can help predict who will have complications after surgery and how the ca…
Sponsor: St. Antonius Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Blood test may spare thousands from unnecessary cancer surgery
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a blood test that detects tumor DNA can accurately identify patients who still have cancer after local removal of early-stage colorectal cancer. Currently, many patients undergo additional surgery even though about 85% are already cured by the initial …
Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New genetic panel could personalize cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study enrolls 4,000 people with breast, ovarian, or colorectal cancer to test a comprehensive genetic panel. The panel looks for inherited cancer risks and tumor mutations that may affect drug sensitivity. Researchers aim to validate these genetic findings to potentially gui…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Early warning probe could save lives after pancreatic surgery
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a new monitoring method for patients who have had pancreatic surgery. After surgery, a thin probe is placed near the surgical connection to measure chemicals that may signal a leak before symptoms appear. Half of the 201 participants will receive this monitoring …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Can tumor profiling help kids beat cancer? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether testing the genes of a child's solid tumor can help doctors choose a more effective treatment. About 825 children and young adults with hard-to-treat solid tumors will have their tumors genetically profiled. The goal is to see if those who receive a tr…
Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Blood test could spot returning colon cancer months before scans
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether a simple blood test that looks for tumor DNA can detect colorectal cancer coming back earlier than standard CT scans. About 359 people who had surgery for stage II or III colorectal cancer will be randomly assigned to either the blood test plus frequent P…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Claus Lindbjerg Andersen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues in colon cancer and polyp tissues
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at genetic and molecular markers in tissue and stool samples from people with colon cancer, colon polyps, and healthy controls. Researchers aim to understand how these markers differ and how they relate to cancer development. The study involves 582 participants a…
Sponsor: Seoul National University Bundang Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New website aims to ease tough fertility choices for women with cancer
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a decision aid website called Pathways to Fertility for women newly diagnosed with cancer who may face infertility from treatment. About 130 women will use the website or receive standard care to see if it helps them make more informed and less conflicted decisio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Researchers test if CT scan tweaks change tumor readings
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how small changes in CT scan settings affect measurements of colorectal cancer tumors that have spread to the liver. About 169 adults with these tumors will get an extra CT scan. The goal is to see if tumor measurements stay reliable even when scan details var…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Massive data dive aims to improve GI care
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is a registry that will review medical records of 1,000 patients treated for benign or malignant gastrointestinal diseases between 2005 and 2030. Researchers will look at survival, symptoms like heartburn and swallowing trouble, and quality of life. The goal is to lear…
Sponsor: Methodist Health System • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Keyhole vs. open: which emergency colon surgery is safer?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study compares two surgical methods for emergency colon removal: laparoscopic (keyhole) and open surgery. Researchers want to see which approach leads to fewer complications and better long-term survival. The trial involves 192 adults who need emergency colon surgery, exclud…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Joint Authority for Päijät-Häme Social and Health Care • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Study to improve cancer surgery vision withdrawn before starting
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to test whether a special fluorescent dye and advanced cameras could help surgeons see colorectal cancer cells more clearly during operations. The goal was to remove all cancer cells and reduce the chance of the cancer coming back. However, the study was w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IHU Strasbourg • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Simple 8-Question test may predict survival in elderly cancer patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a quick, 8-item screening tool called G8 can help predict survival and severe side effects from treatment in elderly patients (70 years and older) with metastatic colorectal cancer. The goal is to find a simple way to identify which older patients are …
Sponsor: Istituto Oncologico Veneto IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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AI tool may help doctors decide which tiny polyps to remove
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a computer-aided diagnosis (CADx) system can help doctors better identify small colorectal polyps (5 mm or smaller) during a colonoscopy. Over 360 doctors will use the system to predict whether polyps are harmless or precancerous. The goal is to see if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Can your genes predict chemo nerve pain?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how a person's genes and medical history might help predict nerve damage caused by chemotherapy. Researchers will follow 300 people with certain cancers who are scheduled for specific chemo drugs. The goal is to find patterns that could help prevent or reduce …
Sponsor: National Cheng-Kung University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New study seeks genetic clues to rising colorectal cancer in young adults
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study investigates genetic factors that may increase the risk of developing colorectal cancer at a young age (18-50). Researchers will collect blood or saliva samples and review medical records from 818 participants, including patients and their family members. The goal is t…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Rural clinics test new ways to get more people screened for colon cancer
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how to improve colorectal cancer screening in rural clinics in Indiana. Clinics will mail FIT kits, send reminders, and use patient navigators to help people aged 45-75 get screened. The goal is to see which strategies work best to increase screening rates and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Gene hunt: which drug combo works best for colorectal cancer?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study analyzes tumor genes from 757 patients with advanced colorectal cancer to find markers that predict how well they respond to two different chemotherapy combinations. Participants receive either mFOLFOX6 plus bevacizumab or mFOLFOX6 plus panitumumab. The goal is not to …
Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Cancer gene hunt: 21,000 Patients' DNA scoured for clues
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study examines DNA from over 21,000 cancer patients in New York to find gene changes linked to several cancers, including breast, colon, and lung. Researchers will compare these genes to those from healthy people to spot differences. The goal is to generate ideas for future …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Tracking childhood cancer survivors for decades to improve their future health
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis long-term study follows 5,000 childhood cancer survivors who had a stem cell transplant or treatment for leukemia or solid tumors. Researchers collect health updates and quality-of-life questionnaires over 20+ years to understand late effects of therapy. The goal is to reduc…
Sponsor: Children's Oncology Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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AI predicts who is cancer-free after rectal cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study involves 320 adults with advanced rectal cancer who received standard chemoradiotherapy and surgery. Researchers are building a computer model that uses MRI scans and patient data to predict whether the cancer has completely disappeared after treatment. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Peking University People's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New study hopes to outsmart pancreatic cancer by gathering clues
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study collects health information and test results from 317 people at high risk for pancreatic cancer, including those with cysts, genetic syndromes, or other risk factors. Researchers aim to build a database to find better ways to detect the disease early or prevent it. No …
Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Can a chat boost colon cancer screening in High-Risk younger adults?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether helping people aged 40-49 with a family history of colon cancer make informed choices about screening leads to more colonoscopies. Participants either get standard care (direct referral for colonoscopy) or a shared decision-making session where they ca…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New blood test may predict colorectal cancer recurrence
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a detailed blood test can help doctors see how well treatment is working and predict if cancer will come back in people with colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver or lungs (up to 5 spots). The test checks for tumor DNA, RNA, proteins, and othe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xiujuan Qu • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New web tool aims to help cancer patients make sense of their genes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a web-based education tool called HOPE-Genomics that teaches cancer patients about their genetic test results. About 465 adults with breast, colorectal, lung, ovarian, pancreatic, or prostate cancer are taking part. The goal is to see if the tool helps patients r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Your teeth might reveal cancer risk: new study investigates
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis pilot study is looking at whether dental erosion (loss of tooth enamel) could be a non-invasive biomarker for esophagogastric cancer and other cancers. Researchers will survey 174 participants (cancer patients and healthy volunteers) about diet, habits, and GERD symptoms, an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Tumor DNA study aims to unlock secrets of drug resistance
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study collects tumor tissue, blood, and saliva from 2500 people with various solid cancers to analyze their genetic makeup. The goal is to understand why some tumors become resistant to targeted therapies. Samples may also be grown in special mice to study how genetics affec…
Sponsor: Fondazione del Piemonte per l'Oncologia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New catheter may sharpen radiation targeting in liver tumors
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study compares two catheters used during the mapping step before radioembolization for liver cancer. One is a standard microcatheter, the other is a pressure-enabled device (TriNav). The goal is to see if the pressure-enabled catheter delivers more radioactive tracer directl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC