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Researchers are testing whether adding two drugs to standard chemotherapy can shrink tumors and extend life in people with metastatic pancreatic cancer. Participants receive gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel (standard chemo), plus cemiplimab (an immunotherapy approved for skin cance…

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) to olaparib (a targeted therapy) works better than olaparib alone for controlling metastatic pancreatic cancer in people with inherited BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations. About 88 participants will receive either the…

This study tests an experimental drug called AZD5305, a PARP inhibitor, either alone or combined with other cancer drugs in people with advanced solid tumors (like ovarian, breast, pancreatic, and lung cancers). The goal is to see if the treatment is safe and can shrink tumors. A…

This trial is testing whether giving a single dose of radiation directly to the tumor area during surgery is safe for people with localized pancreatic cancer. Participants first receive standard chemotherapy and stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), then at the time of surg…

This 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 …

Researchers are testing an experimental antibody called ONC-392 in people with advanced solid tumors, including non-small cell lung cancer and melanoma. The trial gives ONC-392 alone or with pembrolizumab, an approved immunotherapy, to see what doses are safe and how the body pro…

This early-phase study tests a two-part approach for people with advanced pancreatic cancer. First, a special scan identifies cancer cells. Then, a targeted radioactive treatment is given to destroy those cells. The goal is to check safety and find the right dose in 30 participan…

This phase II trial is testing whether adding the drug veliparib to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and cisplatin) can shrink tumors or slow cancer growth in people with advanced pancreatic cancer who have BRCA1, BRCA2, or PALB2 gene mutations. The study has two parts: one com…

This phase 2 trial tests a combination of two drugs, atezolizumab and cabozantinib, in 30 people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors or stop them from growing. Researchers will al…

This 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…

This early-phase study tested a combination of three drugs (gemcitabine, dasatinib, and erlotinib) in 19 people with advanced pancreatic cancer that had spread or could not be removed by surgery. The main goal was to find the safest dose and look at side effects. Researchers also…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called CA-4948 combined with standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel) in people with pancreatic cancer that has spread or cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination can shrink …

This early-phase study tests a combination of two targeted drugs (vismodegib and erlotinib) with or without a standard chemotherapy drug (gemcitabine) in people with advanced pancreatic cancer or other solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery. The main goal is to find the s…

This phase III trial tests whether giving chemotherapy before and after surgery (perioperative) works better than giving it only after surgery (adjuvant) for people with pancreatic cancer that can be removed. The study involves 358 participants and uses a combination of four chem…

This early trial tests a radioactive drug called MNPR-101-PCTA-177Lu in adults with advanced solid tumors, including bladder, breast, lung, and pancreatic cancers. Participants receive three equal doses by IV over two 12-week cycles. The main goal is to find a safe dose and under…

This early-phase trial is testing a new treatment called LB1908, which uses a patient's own immune cells (T-cells) that have been modified in the lab to recognize and attack cancer cells that have a protein called claudin 18.2 on their surface. The study includes up to 56 adults …

This Phase 3 trial is testing whether adding an experimental drug called quemliclustat to standard chemotherapy (nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine) helps people with metastatic pancreatic cancer live longer. About 610 participants who have not yet received treatment for their advanc…

This phase 1 trial tests an experimental cell therapy called IX001 TCR-T in adults with advanced pancreatic or colorectal cancer that has not responded to at least two standard treatments. The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, engineered to recognize cancer cells with KR…

This study tests a new drug called futibatinib combined with standard immunotherapy and chemotherapy in people with advanced esophageal or pancreatic cancer. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors and control the disease. About 53 adults who have not had prior tr…

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

This early-stage trial tests whether adding three new drugs (nogapendekin alfa inbakicept, sotevtamab, and zabadinostat) to standard chemotherapy can safely shrink pancreatic tumors that are hard to remove. About 30 adults with borderline resectable or locally advanced pancreatic…

Researchers at Duke University are testing whether combining the Whipple procedure with surgical removal or ablation of liver tumors can help people with stage IV pancreatic cancer that has spread only to the liver. The study enrolls 18 adults who are healthy enough for major sur…

This Phase 2 trial is testing an experimental immunotherapy drug called QL1706 combined with standard chemotherapy (nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine), with or without the targeted drug bevacizumab, as a first treatment for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be remov…

This 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…

This phase II trial is testing whether combining two targeted drugs, palbociclib and binimetinib, can help people with cancers that have RAS mutations. The study includes patients with pancreatic cancer, ovarian cancer, and other solid tumors. Researchers want to see if the drug …

This early-phase study tests a combination of two drugs, niraparib and dostarlimab, in 18 adults with BRCA-mutated breast, pancreas, or ovary cancer that has spread or cannot be surgically removed. Niraparib blocks a DNA repair protein in cancer cells, while dostarlimab helps the…

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding the experimental drug Ampligen to standard care can help people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that hasn't spread. About 90 participants who have completed at least four months of initial chemotherapy will receive either Ampligen p…

This phase 2 trial is testing the drug talazoparib in people with advanced solid tumors that have specific mutations in DNA repair genes. Talazoparib works by blocking a protein called PARP, which cancer cells use to fix their damaged DNA, leading to cancer cell death. The study …

This study offers continued access to the cancer drug ruxolitinib (sometimes combined with other therapies) for people with pancreatic, colorectal, breast, or lung cancer who were already benefiting and stable in a prior Incyte-sponsored trial. Only 10 participants are enrolled, …

This study is testing whether changing the timing of two chemotherapy drugs, gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel, can improve tumor shrinkage in people with pancreatic cancer that has spread to other organs. About 67 participants will receive the drugs on an optimized schedule. The go…

This phase II trial tests whether a combination of lenvatinib (a targeted drug) and pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) can help keep advanced pancreatic cancer from progressing. The study includes 28 adults whose cancer has not spread further after initial treatment. Participants r…

This early-phase trial is testing whether an experimental oral drug called BXCL701 can change how the immune system responds to pancreatic cancer. The study will enroll people with untreated, locally advanced or metastatic pancreatic cancer who can undergo tumor biopsies before a…

This phase II trial tests an adaptive chemotherapy approach for people with pancreatic cancer that can be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if adjusting the chemo regimen based on early response can increase the number of patients who become eligible for surgery. About 32 pa…

This phase 2 trial is testing the safety and effectiveness of glipizide, a standard diabetes drug, for lowering blood sugar in people with pancreatic cancer. The study includes 29 participants with active pancreatic cancer and high blood sugar. Researchers will measure blood suga…

This 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…

This early-phase study tests a new combination treatment for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has spread or cannot be removed by surgery. The treatment uses specially engineered immune cells (NK cells) from donated cord blood, given through a belly infusion and a vein,…

This phase 1 trial tests a combination of the chemotherapy drug gemcitabine and the targeted drug elimusertib in people with advanced pancreatic, ovarian, or other solid tumors that have spread. The goal is to find the safest dose and see whether the combination can shrink or sta…

This study tests an experimental drug called M9140 in people with advanced solid tumors (gastric, lung, or pancreatic cancer) that have a specific protein (CEACAM5). The drug is designed to deliver a toxin directly to cancer cells. About 250 adults will receive the drug alone or …

This study tests a new treatment using specially engineered immune cells (TROP2 CAR-NK) delivered directly into the abdomen. It is for people with ovarian cancer that no longer responds to platinum chemotherapy, as well as certain rare ovarian and pancreatic cancers. The goal is …

This study tests a drug called adagrasib (MRTX849) in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic mutation called KRAS G12C. The goal is to see if the drug is safe, how the body processes it, and whether it can shrink tumors. About 731 participants with various…

This trial tests an experimental antibody, PBP1510, designed to block a protein called PAUF that may help pancreatic cancer grow. The study includes two parts: first, finding a safe dose of PBP1510 alone or with the chemotherapy gemcitabine; second, testing the best dose in a lar…

This early-phase trial is testing a vaccine that targets mutated KRAS proteins, combined with two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab), in 27 patients with pancreatic or colorectal cancer that has been surgically removed. The goal is to see if the vaccine can safely boo…

This study is testing whether adding an immune-boosting drug (BDB001) and targeted radiation to the immunotherapy atezolizumab can help control or shrink tumors in people with advanced solid tumors, including pancreatic, lung, bladder, and breast cancers. About 247 adults with th…

This 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…

This phase I trial tests pyrvinium pamoate, a drug originally used to treat pinworm infections, in people with pancreatic cancer that can be surgically removed. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if it can slow tumor growth. Researchers will monitor side effects and meas…

This early-phase study tests a new drug combination for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has a specific marker (mesothelin). The treatment pairs a targeted chemotherapy with immunotherapy drugs and standard chemo to see if it's safe and what dose works best. About 74 a…

This 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…

This study compares two radiation methods given before surgery for pancreatic cancer that can be removed. About 102 participants will receive either standard radiation with chemo or a more targeted radiation (SBRT). The goal is to see which approach better controls the cancer and…

This study tests whether delivering a chemotherapy drug called floxuridine directly to the liver through a surgically placed pump can better control tumors that have spread from pancreatic cancer. Participants also receive standard chemotherapy. The goal is to see if this combina…

This study tests whether adding zolbetuximab to standard chemotherapy helps people with metastatic pancreatic cancer live longer. Zolbetuximab targets a protein (CLDN18.2) found in most pancreatic tumors, helping the immune system attack the cancer. About 393 adults whose cancer …

This study tests whether giving a precise dose of radiation directly to the tumor during surgery (intraoperative radiation therapy, or IORT) can help people with pancreatic cancer that has grown into nearby blood vessels. Participants first receive standard chemotherapy and radia…

This trial compares changing the dressing on a PICC line (a type of central catheter) every week versus every two weeks in people with colon or pancreas cancer receiving chemotherapy. The goal is to see if less frequent changes are just as safe, with no increase in skin injuries,…

This early-phase trial tests a new approach for people with advanced pancreatic or ovarian cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. Participants receive a single infusion of their own immune cells, engineered to recognize and attack cancer cells (huCART-meso), along …

This phase 1 trial tests a new method of delivering chemotherapy for people with cancers that have spread to the lining of the abdomen (peritoneal carcinomatosis) from gastrointestinal cancers like colorectal, stomach, or pancreatic cancer. The drug, nanoliposomal irinotecan (Oni…

This early-phase trial is testing whether combining the targeted drug olaparib, the immunotherapy durvalumab, and radiation therapy is safe for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be surgically removed. The study enrolls 18 participants who have already rec…

This trial tests whether adding an experimental drug called AMP945 to standard chemotherapy (nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine) can improve tumor shrinkage in people with advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The study has two parts: first, finding the best d…

This phase II trial compares two chemotherapy regimens in 176 older patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer. One group receives gemcitabine plus nab-paclitaxel, the other receives fluorouracil, leucovorin, and liposomal irinotecan. The goal is to see which combination helps pa…

This 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…

This study tests a therapy called CEA CAR-T, which uses a patient's own immune cells modified to recognize and attack cancer cells that carry a protein called CEA. It is for adults aged 18-75 with advanced or recurrent solid tumors (such as lung, colorectal, liver, pancreatic, ga…

This study tests a combination of two experimental drugs (AGEN1423 and botensilimab) with or without standard chemotherapy in people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has worsened after at least one prior treatment. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors or sl…

This trial tests whether combining two drugs—SX-682 and nivolumab—can safely help people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has not worsened after at least 16 weeks of first-line chemotherapy. The main goal is to find the highest tolerable dose of SX-682 when given with nivol…

This phase II trial is testing two different drug combinations for people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has spread. One group gets a standard chemo plus S-1 and leucovorin; the other gets standard chemo plus oxaliplatin. The goal is to see which combo works better at shr…

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding galeterone to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine) can shrink tumors or slow disease in people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has not responded to prior treatments. The study enrolls about 15 adults with metastatic disease who have alr…

This 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…

This study compares a new three-drug combination (NABPLAGEM) against a standard two-drug chemo regimen for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has spread and carries a BRCA or PALB2 gene mutation. The trial enrolls 10 participants whose cancer worsened after initial treat…

This early-phase trial is testing whether adding an experimental drug called IM156 to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel) is safe and tolerable for people with advanced pancreatic cancer. The study involves 19 participants and is being run by M.D. Anderson Canc…

This 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…

This study tests a new combination for people with pancreatic cancer that cannot be surgically removed or has spread. It uses a light-activated drug (verteporfin) to make tumors more sensitive to immunotherapy (pembrolizumab), alongside standard chemotherapy. The goal is to see i…

This early-stage trial tests whether adding the drug bosentan to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel) is safe and tolerable for people with pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The study involves 21 adults and aims to find the best dose of bosent…

This trial investigates whether adding proglumide, a drug that blocks cholecystokinin receptors, to standard chemotherapy can improve treatment for metastatic pancreatic cancer. About 30 adults with advanced pancreatic cancer will receive either proglumide or a placebo alongside …

This 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…

This study tests whether combining three immunotherapy drugs (domvanalimab, zimberelimab, and APX005M) can safely control metastatic pancreatic cancer. The trial enrolls 46 people whose cancer has spread and standard treatments have stopped working. Researchers will monitor side …

This study tests different combinations of immunotherapy drugs given before and after surgery for people with pancreatic cancer that can be removed. The goal is to see if these treatments can help the immune system fight the cancer better and improve outcomes. About 76 participan…

This phase 3 trial tests a new drug called daraxonrasib (RMC-6236) against standard treatments for people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has already been treated. About 500 adults with a specific RAS gene mutation will be randomly assigned to receive either the new drug o…

This early-phase trial is testing a combination of two drugs—guadecitabine and durvalumab—in 55 people with advanced liver, pancreatic, bile duct, or gallbladder cancers that have spread. Guadecitabine aims to stop cancer cell growth, while durvalumab helps the immune system atta…

This 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…

This study tests whether adding the experimental drug navlimetostat to standard chemotherapy can help people with a specific type of advanced pancreatic cancer (one with an MTAP gene deletion) live longer or slow tumor growth. About 470 adults who have not had prior treatment for…

This phase 2 trial tests a low-dose combination of five chemotherapy drugs (gemcitabine, nab-paclitaxel, capecitabine, cisplatin, irinotecan) followed by two maintenance drugs (olaparib and pembrolizumab) in 38 people with untreated metastatic pancreatic cancer. The goal is to se…

This early-stage trial is testing a new drug called anvumetostat, given together with other standard chemotherapy drugs, for people with advanced cancers of the digestive system (stomach, bile ducts, or pancreas) that have a specific genetic change called MTAP deletion. The main …

This 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 …

This early-phase trial tests a new approach for people with pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed right away. Tiny nanoparticles called NBTXR3 are injected directly into the tumor and then activated by radiation therapy. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if this combinat…

This early-phase trial tests a new type of radiation called pulsed low-dose-rate (PLDR) for people with pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed right away. The radiation is given in small, spaced-out bursts along with the chemotherapy drug gemcitabine. The goal is to see if this…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called LY4101174 in people with advanced solid tumors, including bladder, breast, and lung cancers. The drug is an antibody-drug conjugate designed to target and kill cancer cells. The study will check if the drug is safe, tolerable, and ef…

This Phase 2 trial tests a chemotherapy regimen called NALIRIFOX combined with precise radiation (SBRT) in 42 people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if this approach can delay cancer growth and improve survival. Partic…

This early-phase study tests a new treatment called EGFR-BATs for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has not responded to standard chemotherapy. The treatment uses the patient's own immune cells, which are trained in a lab to better attack cancer cells. The main goal is …

This study tests whether giving chemotherapy both before and after surgery helps people with pancreatic cancer live longer compared to chemotherapy only after surgery. About 378 patients with resectable pancreatic cancer will be randomly assigned to one of two treatment schedules…

This 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…

This study tests a new treatment called Saltikva, a weakened Salmonella bacteria that carries a human immune-boosting gene (IL-2), in people with metastatic pancreatic cancer. Participants take Saltikva by mouth along with standard chemotherapy. The goal is to see if adding Salti…

This study tracks 100 people with pancreatic cysts or tumors who receive a treatment called endoscopic ultrasound-guided radiofrequency ablation (EUS-RFA). A thin needle delivers heat directly to the lesion to destroy it. Researchers will monitor how well the procedure works and …

This study was designed to see if giving two chemotherapy drugs (gemcitabine and capecitabine) after surgery could help people with pancreatic cancer stay cancer-free longer. It was for patients who had already received chemotherapy before surgery. However, the trial was withdraw…

This study tests whether adding a drug called defactinib to targeted radiation therapy can help control advanced pancreatic cancer better than radiation alone. About 42 people with inoperable pancreatic cancer will take part. The goal is to see if the combination slows cancer gro…

This phase 2 trial tests a new drug called ZN-c3 combined with the chemotherapy gemcitabine in 12 people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has worsened after platinum-based treatment. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can slow cancer growth. Participants take Z…

This study tests a new drug called narmafotinib, taken as a daily pill, together with a standard chemotherapy regimen (mFOLFIRINOX) in people whose pancreatic cancer has spread. The trial has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, then comparing two doses in 20 people each. The g…

This study tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug durvalumab to standard chemotherapy (mFOLFIRINOX) before surgery is safe and tolerable for people with pancreatic cancer that can be removed. About 20 adults with resectable or borderline resectable pancreatic cancer will rec…

This phase 2 trial tests whether giving a higher-than-standard dose of radiation, along with chemotherapy, can shrink pancreatic tumors enough to make them removable by surgery. The study includes 47 people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that currently cannot be surgical…

This early-phase study tests a new type of radiation therapy (SCART) for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to find the highest safe dose that can destroy the tumor while protecting nearby organs. About 24 participants wi…

This phase 2 trial tests whether a precise, high-dose radiation technique called SBRT can lower the chance of cancer coming back in the pancreas area after surgery. The study involves 50 adults with pancreatic cancer who had surgery and are at high risk of recurrence. They will r…

This early-phase trial tests a new drug called sEphB4-HSA combined with standard chemotherapy in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors, including head and neck, pancreatic, lung, and gallbladder cancers. The goal is to find the best dose and see if the combination is sa…

This study tests a drug called ceralasertib, alone or with olaparib or durvalumab, in people with advanced solid tumors like kidney, bladder, pancreatic, and endometrial cancers. The goal is to see if these combinations can shrink tumors by blocking enzymes that help cancer grow.…

This study tests a combination of two chemotherapy drugs and two immunotherapy drugs given before surgery to people with pancreatic cancer that can be removed. The goal is to shrink the tumor and help the immune system fight the cancer, potentially improving outcomes. The trial i…

This 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…

This early-phase trial tests whether adding two immune-boosting drugs (canakinumab and tislelizumab) to standard chemotherapy can safely shrink pancreatic tumors before surgery. Nine adults with resectable or borderline resectable pancreatic cancer will receive the combination. T…

This early-stage trial tests whether applying electrochemotherapy (electric pulses plus the drug bleomycin) to the area where a pancreatic tumor was removed can lower the chance of cancer coming back. Ten patients with resectable pancreatic cancer will receive the treatment durin…

This early study tests whether adding three cholesterol-lowering drugs (atorvastatin, ezetimibe, and evolocumab) to standard chemotherapy can slow or stop pancreatic cancer growth. Cancer cells need lots of cholesterol to grow, and this approach aims to starve them. The trial inc…

This study tests whether a 6-month program of exercise tracking and nutrition coaching is practical and acceptable for people with pancreatic cysts that raise cancer risk. Twenty-four participants will use a Fitbit and meet with counselors to increase activity and improve diet. T…

This Phase I trial tests a combination of two oral drugs, defactinib and VS-6766, in people with advanced solid tumors such as non-small cell lung cancer, low-grade serous ovarian cancer, and pancreatic cancer. The study aims to find the safest dose and evaluate how well the drug…

This early-stage trial is testing whether a combination of two drugs, naporafenib and trametinib, can shrink or control advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic change called RAS Q61X. About 86 people whose cancer has not responded to standard treatments will receive th…

This study tests whether taking pancreatic enzymes (Pertzye) with meals can help people with metastatic pancreatic cancer maintain their body weight during chemotherapy. The trial includes 17 participants who are starting a standard chemo regimen called FOLFIRINOX. Researchers wi…

This study tests a new way for cancer doctors and primary care doctors to work together to help cancer survivors manage other health problems like high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. About 800 adults with certain cancers and at least one of these conditions will …

This early-phase study tests a combination of two targeted drugs, palbociclib and gedatolisib, in people with advanced lung, pancreatic, head & neck, or other solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal is to find the safest dose and look for e…

This early-phase trial is testing a new type of cell therapy called P-MUC1C-ALLO1 for people with advanced solid tumors (like breast, ovarian, lung, or pancreatic cancer) that have not responded to other treatments. The therapy uses donor immune cells engineered to recognize and …

This phase 1 trial tests a vaccine (p53MVA) that trains the immune system to attack cancer cells with a p53 mutation, given together with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda). The study includes 11 people with advanced solid tumors like lung, head and neck, liver, kidn…

This study tests a new drug called DZ-002 in adults with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has been stabilized with initial chemotherapy. The goal is to find the best dose and see if it is safe and can help keep the cancer from growing. Participants receive weekly IV infusions of…

This study tests a new drug, NUV-1511, in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. The goal is to find safe doses and see if the drug can shrink tumors in cancers like breast, prostate, pancreatic, and ovarian cancer. About 466 adults will ta…

This early-phase study tests a new drug called OMO-103, which blocks a cancer-driving protein called MYC, combined with standard chemotherapy in 26 people with metastatic pancreatic cancer who have not had prior treatment for advanced disease. The main goals are to check safety a…

This early-stage study tests a new drug, TORL-2-307-ADC, in 163 people with advanced solid tumors like stomach, pancreas, or esophageal cancer. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. Participants must have measurable disease and be well enough for …

This phase II/III trial compares a three-drug chemotherapy combination (nab-paclitaxel, gemcitabine, plus cisplatin) against the standard two-drug combo (nab-paclitaxel plus gemcitabine) in people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has BRCA1, BRCA2, or PALB2 gene mutations. T…

This early-phase trial is testing whether a personalized cancer vaccine, combined with an immunotherapy drug (atezolizumab) and chemotherapy, is safe for people with pancreatic cancer that has been surgically removed. The vaccine is made specifically for each patient based on the…

This phase IIb trial tests whether adding ATRA (a vitamin A derivative) to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel) can help people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer live longer without their cancer growing. About 170 participants will receive either the combo…

This early-stage trial aimed to test the safety of a new treatment called STIL101 for people with advanced pancreatic, colorectal, kidney, cervical cancer, or melanoma that has spread or cannot be removed. STIL101 is made from a patient's own immune cells taken from their tumor, …

This study tests a two-step treatment for people with pancreatic cancer that hasn't spread but can't be removed by surgery. First, patients receive a stronger chemotherapy cocktail (modified FOLFIRINOX), followed by precise, high-dose radiation (SBRT). The goal is to see if this …

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding a mix of immune-boosting drugs and special immune cells to standard chemotherapy can help people with advanced pancreatic cancer live longer. About 328 participants will receive either chemo alone or chemo plus the immunotherapy combo. The …

This trial tests an experimental drug called TST001, an antibody that targets a protein (Claudin 18.2) found on some cancer cells. It is being studied alone or combined with other treatments like nivolumab or chemotherapy in 150 people with advanced stomach, gastroesophageal junc…

This study tests a new device that delivers a special type of radiation directly into pancreatic tumors. It is for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The main goals are to see if the procedure is safe and possible to do. About 37 participant…

This study tests whether adding an experimental drug called PEGPH20 to standard chemotherapy can help shrink advanced pancreatic cancer. PEGPH20 breaks down hyaluronan, a substance that builds up in pancreatic tumors and may help them grow. The trial includes 110 people with adva…

This study was designed to test a new drug called GFH375 in people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has a specific genetic change (KRAS G12D). The goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors or slow the disease. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants wer…

This study looks at whether switching between two chemotherapy drugs (FOLFOX and FOLFIRI) can reduce side effects in people aged 65 and older with metastatic pancreatic cancer. The goal is to find a treatment that is easier to tolerate than the standard three-drug regimen. 37 par…

This study tests a new method called sonoporation, which uses ultrasound and tiny gas bubbles to help chemotherapy drugs get into cancer cells more effectively. The trial includes 120 adults with advanced or hard-to-remove pancreatic cancer who are already receiving standard chem…

This study tests a new drug called mitazalimab combined with standard chemotherapy for people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has spread. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can shrink tumors. About 94 adults who have not had prior chemotherapy for this cance…

This study tests a new drug called ABTL0812 added to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel) for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has spread. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and works better than chemo alone. The trial was suspended, so res…

This study tests whether adding losartan (a blood pressure drug) and nivolumab (an immunotherapy) to standard chemotherapy and radiation can improve surgery outcomes for people with localized pancreatic cancer. About 168 participants with borderline resectable or locally advanced…

This trial tested stem cells taken from a patient's blood relative to treat pancreatic cancer, a fast-growing and often deadly disease. Only one patient was treated under a special expanded access program, which is now closed. The goal was to see if these donated stem cells could…

This early-stage trial is testing a new drug called HBI-2438 in people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colorectal, or pancreatic cancer) that have a specific genetic change called KRAS G12C. The main goals are to find the safest dose and understand how the drug moves throu…

This early-stage trial tests a new oral drug called HBI-2376 in about 42 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colon, or pancreatic cancer) that have KRAS or EGFR mutations and have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to find a safe dose and unde…

This study aimed to test whether a person's own immune cells, modified in a lab to target specific cancer-related mutations (KRAS or TP53), could prevent advanced gastrointestinal cancers from coming back after standard treatment. Participants would have been randomly assigned to…

This phase 2 trial is testing a combination of three drugs—surufatinib, sintilimab, and a standard chemotherapy (nab-paclitaxel plus gemcitabine)—as a first treatment for people with advanced or metastatic pancreatic cancer. The study enrolled 32 participants and aims to see how …

This study tests whether adding two targeted drugs (avutometinib and defactinib) to standard chemotherapy can help people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that hasn't been treated yet. About 40 adults with this cancer will receive the combination. The goal is to find the safest …

Researchers test whether flushing the biopsy needle with heparin, a blood thinner, helps collect more and better tissue from solid abdominal tumors during endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle biopsy. They also test whether using a microsieve to prepare the tissue improves the…

Researchers are testing an experimental imaging agent called MNPR-101-DFO*-89Zr in people with several types of solid tumors, including bladder, breast, lung, and pancreatic cancers. The agent combines an antibody with a radioactive label, which may help PET scans reveal where tu…

This early-phase trial at Memorial Sloan Kettering is testing whether a special PET scan using an experimental tracer called 18F-FAC can show how much of the standard chemotherapy drug gemcitabine is taken up by pancreatic tumors. About 30 people with pancreatic ductal adenocarci…

This study is testing a mixed meal test to better diagnose a specific type of diabetes (type 3c) that occurs in people with pancreatic cancer or chronic pancreatitis. Researchers will enroll 775 adults aged 30 to 84 who have new-onset diabetes and one of these pancreatic conditio…

This early-phase trial explores whether two experimental PET/CT tracers, 68Ga-FAPI-46 and 68Ga-PSMA-11, can accurately highlight various non-prostate cancers, including breast, lung, and pancreatic tumors. Participants scheduled for surgery will receive the tracers before their s…

This early-phase study is testing whether a special PET scan using a drug called PYLARIFY can better detect cancer that has spread in people with pancreatic cancer, liver cancer, or breast cancer. About 36 adults will receive the scan, and doctors will compare the results to stan…

This study aimed to test a new two-step PET imaging method to better detect cancers that produce a substance called CA19-9, such as pancreatic, bladder, and gastrointestinal tumors. The plan was to give patients an antibody followed by a radioactive tracer to highlight cancer cel…

This pilot study is testing whether routine MRI scans can find early signs of pancreatic cancer in people who carry BRCA, ATM, or PALB2 gene mutations, which raise their risk. About 250 participants will undergo MRI, MRCP, endoscopic ultrasound, and provide blood, tissue, and sal…

This study evaluates a new diagnostic procedure called LINFU® to see if it can detect early pancreatic cancer and precancerous changes (dysplasia) in people with intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm (IPMN), a condition that raises the risk of pancreatic cancer. Participants wi…

This 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…

This 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…

This 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…

This study tests an artificial intelligence model called PANDAPro that helps doctors spot pancreatic cancer on regular CT scans. Researchers will compare how well the AI finds cancers versus standard reading, and see if it catches tumors that were missed. The goal is to make scre…

This study aims to develop a blood test that predicts how well a patient's advanced pancreatic cancer will respond to different chemotherapy regimens. Researchers will analyze circulating tumor cells (CTCs) from 74 participants to see if the test can identify the most effective t…

This study aimed to compare two different needles used to take tissue samples from solid masses in the pancreas and digestive tract. The goal was to see which needle provides a more accurate diagnosis. The study was planned for adults needing this procedure, but it was withdrawn …

This study is working on a new way to detect pancreatic cancer early using a simple urine and blood test. Researchers are collecting samples from 3500 people, both with and without pancreatic disease, to see if a panel of biomarkers can accurately identify cancer. The goal is to …

This study aimed to see if a simple blood test could spot early signs of pancreatic cancer in adults aged 50 and older who were recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The plan was to enroll 10,000 participants and follow up with MRI scans for those with a positive test result. …

This study tests a new radioactive tracer called 18F-alphavbeta6-binding-peptide to see if it can safely and clearly show cancers in the breast, colon, lung, or pancreas. About 27 adults with these cancers will get the tracer and have a PET scan. The goal is to find out if this m…

This study looks at whether measuring certain substances in bile and blood can more accurately diagnose cancer in people with bile duct blockages. Researchers will compare these new tests with standard methods in 500 adults undergoing a procedure called ERCP. The goal is to find …

This study tests a special PET scan that uses a radioactive antibody (64Cu-M5A) to find cancers that produce a protein called CEA. The goal is to see if this scan can detect tumors that standard methods might miss. About 20 adults with CEA-positive cancers (such as breast, colon,…

Researchers are testing an experimental vaccine called Ad5.F35-hGCC-PADRE in adults who have had surgery and standard treatment for gastrointestinal cancers, including pancreatic, colorectal, esophageal, gastric, and small bowel adenocarcinomas. The trial aims to find a safe dose…

This study tests whether a natural compound called delta-tocotrienol (a form of vitamin E) can prevent pancreatic cysts (IPMNs) from growing or turning into cancer. About 4 adults with IPMNs that are being watched but not yet dangerous will receive either the supplement or a plac…

This study tests a 6-week supervised exercise program for people with pancreatic cancer. Participants will do aerobic and resistance training three times a week, plus home exercise tracked by a FitBit. The goal is to see if the program is feasible and safe, not to cure the cancer…

This study tests whether a supervised, video-based exercise program done at home during chemotherapy can help people with pancreatic cancer get stronger before surgery. About 58 patients will take part. The goal is to see if the program is safe and helps improve recovery.

This study tests a 12-week program that combines a Fitbit activity tracker with personalized nutrition counseling from a dietitian for people recovering from pancreatic cancer surgery. Participants log their food intake and share data remotely, while completing surveys about thei…

This 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…

This study looks at whether screening for malnutrition and providing weekly nutritional support can improve quality of life for people with pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. About 100 adults with this type of cancer are taking part. The goal is to see if better…

This study looks at whether regular exercise and behavioral skills training can improve physical fitness and quality of life in people with pancreatic cancer who are getting chemotherapy or radiation before surgery. About 128 participants will take part at MD Anderson. The main g…

This study compares two procedures to relieve bile duct blockage caused by cancer. About 120 patients with pancreatic or bile duct cancer will be randomly assigned to get either a newer ultrasound-guided drainage or the standard ERCP procedure. The goal is to see which method has…

This 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…

This study tests whether a supervised, at-home resistance training program using a tablet is safe and helpful for people with advanced pancreatic cancer or those recovering from surgery. About 25 participants will do guided exercises during chemotherapy or after surgery. The goal…

This expanded access program gives seriously ill adults with advanced pancreatic cancer and cachexia (severe weight loss and muscle wasting) access to the experimental drug mifomelatide. Patients receive a daily injection for up to 13 weeks. The goal is to provide a potential tre…

This study aimed to see if a food supplement called ARACOMPLEX® could help maintain quality of life in patients with advanced pancreatic cancer receiving chemotherapy. The supplement contains maca extract, vitamins, and minerals. However, the trial was withdrawn before enrolling …

This study looks at whether ketorolac, a common anti-inflammatory drug, is safe and can help stabilize or increase weight in people with advanced pancreatic cancer who are experiencing cachexia (severe weight loss). About 28 participants will take the drug four times daily for fi…

This study tests whether using a FitBit and a mobile app can help people recover at home after surgery for stomach, liver, colon, or other GI cancers. About 107 patients will either use the devices plus standard care, or standard care alone. The app tracks activity and symptoms, …

This study tests whether starting palliative care early—right after diagnosis—improves quality of life for people with advanced pancreatic cancer. 250 participants receive regular visits from a palliative care team, plus referrals to exercise and nutrition experts. The goal is to…

Researchers are building a large bank of blood and stool samples from people with advanced lung, breast, colorectal, and pancreatic cancers, plus healthy volunteers. The goal is to learn whether the mix of bacteria in a person's gut can predict how well cancer treatment works and…

This pilot study is testing whether wearable activity trackers, like fitness watches, can help monitor fatigue in people with pancreatic or breast cancer who are undergoing treatment. Researchers want to see if patients will use the device daily and find it easy to use. The study…

This study looks at whether a website and a genetic family navigator can help more relatives of people with hereditary cancer get genetic testing. About 205 participants will use the online hub and work with a navigator to learn about their cancer risk. The goal is to see if this…

This 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…

Researchers at Amsterdam UMC are studying tumor samples from 180 people with advanced melanoma or pancreatic cancer that has stopped responding to immunotherapy. Participants give one extra tumor biopsy and a blood sample. The team will analyze the tumor's full genetic code and t…

This 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 …

This 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…

This study explores the personal and social changes people with pancreatic cancer face while undergoing chemotherapy. Researchers will survey 55 patients about physical, emotional, social, and spiritual shifts at the start of treatment and again 4-6 weeks later. The goal is to be…

This study looks at whether a blood test that measures tumor DNA (ctDNA) can predict how well chemotherapy is working in people with advanced pancreatic cancer. Researchers will compare the blood test results with CT scans taken before and two months after starting treatment. The…

This study is creating a biobank—a collection of blood, tumor tissue, and health data—from 500 people with pancreatic cancer. Researchers want to learn why some groups are affected more than others and how cachexia (severe weight loss) develops. Participants donate samples and fi…

This pilot study at Mayo Clinic tests whether personalized education and genetic counseling can increase genetic testing in people with a first-degree relative who had pancreatic cancer. About 50 participants will receive tailored information and counseling. The goal is to see if…

This 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…

This 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…

This study explores whether ultrasound images analyzed by a special computer program can accurately measure the size of liver tumors in people with pancreatic or gastrointestinal cancer that has spread to the liver. Participants will have both a routine contrast-enhanced CT scan …

This 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 …

This study looks at people with pancreatic cancer to find genetic factors that may increase risk. Researchers will collect medical and family history and test for gene mutations. The goal is to build a tool that can better identify who is at risk for this disease. 271 participant…

This study looks at a protein called DCAMKL-1, which may be a stem cell marker in pancreatic cancer. Researchers want to see how its levels change before and after treatment in 60 patients. The goal is to understand how current therapies affect this marker, not to test a new trea…

This registry collects information from 2000 people who have had pancreatic surgery for benign or malignant tumors. Researchers track complications and long-term results to understand what works best. The goal is to improve quality of care and support future research.

This study examines how end-stage renal disease (ESRD) impacts recovery after pancreatic surgery. Researchers will review medical records of 100 patients to compare complication rates, hospital stays, and costs based on kidney function and dialysis use. The goal is to provide cle…

This study enrolls 200 people with pancreatic cancer across Ontario. Researchers collect tumor tissue, blood, and stool samples to perform genetic sequencing and grow mini-tumors in the lab. The goal is to see if this detailed analysis helps more patients receive a treatment matc…

This study creates a database to track how safe and effective a procedure called endoscopic ultrasound radiofrequency ablation (EUS RFA) is for treating tumors or swollen lymph nodes in the pancreas. About 100 people aged 14 and older who are already scheduled for this procedure …

This study follows 99 adults with pancreatic cancer who are having surgery to remove their tumor. Researchers want to see if a narrowed celiac artery (celiac axis stenosis) leads to more complications after the operation. The goal is to better understand this risk so surgeons can…

This study collects leftover tissue, blood, and other fluid samples from 6,000 people with benign or malignant tumors of the soft tissue, gastrointestinal tract, or abdomen. Researchers will use these samples in lab studies to better understand the causes, prevention, diagnosis, …

This observational study of 70 pancreatic cancer patients aims to build a model that predicts how well a patient will respond to chemoprevention combined with targeted therapy. Researchers will analyze tumor tissue and blood samples using advanced techniques like spatial transcri…

This study looks at whether analyzing CT scans with a computer technique called radiomics can predict which patients with advanced pancreatic cancer will not respond to chemotherapy. Researchers will study 400 patients and track survival over time. The goal is to find early signs…

This study looks at whether a specific surgical technique (called peri-adventitial dissection) can help surgeons remove all cancer cells during pancreatic cancer surgery. The trial involves 102 adults with non-spreading pancreatic tumors who are having a standard operation called…

This study looks at a simpler way to offer genetic testing to people with ovarian, prostate, or pancreas cancer. Instead of always sending patients to a genetic counselor, doctors and surgeons would offer the test directly, and counselors would share results by phone. Researchers…

This study is creating a large, detailed registry of people with pancreatic cancer. Researchers will collect information from medical records and follow new patients over time. The goal is to gather real-world data to better understand the disease and its treatment, which could l…

This study tests a new computer tool that uses CT scans to predict how blood flow will change during major abdominal surgery for pancreatic cancer. Currently, doctors must use an invasive procedure called angiography to check blood flow, which carries risks. The tool aims to make…