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Pancreatic neoplasm
MONDO:0021040A benign or malignant neoplasm involving the pancreas.
Also known as: neoplasm of pancreas, neoplasm of the pancreas, pancreas neoplasm, pancreas neoplasm (disease), pancreas tumor, pancreas tumour, pancreatic neoplasm, pancreatic tumor
2916 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 929 tagged with Pancreatic neoplasm itself.
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Browse by category →Sub-types of Pancreatic neoplasm
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Malignant pancreatic neoplasm 903 trials · 1,450 incl. sub-types
4 sub-types
- Malignant exocrine pancreas neoplasm 4 trials · 1,057 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Pancreatic endocrine carcinoma 12 trials Sub-types →
- Pancreas lymphoma 0 trials Sub-types →
- Pancreas sarcoma 0 trials
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Pancreatic exocrine neoplasm 1 trial · 1,072 incl. sub-types
5 sub-types
- Malignant exocrine pancreas neoplasm 4 trials · 1,057 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Cystic tumor of the pancreas 17 trials · 24 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Pancreatic cystadenoma 1 trial · 7 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Pancreatic serous cystic neoplasm 1 trial Sub-types →
- Benign neoplasm of exocrine pancreas 0 trials
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Pancreatic neuroendocrine neoplasm 9 trials · 85 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor 60 trials · 77 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Pancreatic endocrine carcinoma 12 trials Sub-types →
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Benign neoplasm of pancreas 7 trials
2 sub-types
- Benign neoplasm of exocrine pancreas 0 trials
- Pancreatic lipomatosis duodenal stenosis 0 trials
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Adenoma of pancreas 1 trial
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GCGR-related hyperglucagonemia 0 trials
Most studied deeper sub-types
Showing the 400 most recently updated of 415 trials in this tab.
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Engineered immune cells target two markers on Hard-to-Treat tumors
Cure Recruiting nowResearchers are testing a new CAR-T cell therapy called KD-496 in people with advanced solid tumors, including gastric and pancreatic cancer, that have not responded to at least two prior treatments. The therapy uses a patient's own T cells, which are genetically modified to reco…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Peking University • Aim: Cure
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a vaccine stop pancreatic cancer before it starts?
Vaccine Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a vaccine designed to train the immune system to attack cells with a mutated KRAS gene, which is common in pancreatic cancer. The vaccine is given to people at high risk due to family history or pancreatic cysts. The main goals are to see if the vacci…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill takes on Hard-to-Treat KRAS cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called BLU-924 (SAR449336) in people with advanced pancreatic, lung, or colorectal cancers that have specific KRAS mutations. The drug is designed to block the cancer-driving KRAS protein. The trial will enroll about 265 participants to evalu…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Blueprint Medicines Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 20:00 UTC
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New drug targets tough pancreatic cancer in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 study tests an experimental drug called BT5528 in adults with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has spread and worsened after one prior treatment. The drug targets a specific protein on cancer cells. Researchers will measure how well it shrinks tumors and track side …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: BicycleTx Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a diabetes drug boost chemo for tough cancers?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial will test whether adding semaglutide (a GLP-1 drug used for diabetes and weight loss) to standard chemotherapy is safe and tolerable for people with metastatic pancreatic, colorectal, or liver cancer. About 30 participants will receive weekly semaglutide in…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Arizona • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill plus chemo aims to tackle tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether adding an experimental oral drug called atebimetinib to a modified chemotherapy regimen helps people with metastatic pancreatic cancer live longer. About 510 adults who have not had prior treatment will receive either the new combination or standa…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Immuneering Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with genetic weakness
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new drug called IDE892, alone or with another drug (IDE397), in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic deletion (MTAP). The study aims to find safe doses and see if the drugs shrink tumors. It includes 260 adults with ca…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: IDEAYA Biosciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in large trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing an experimental drug called patritumab deruxtecan (HER3-DXd) in 740 people with advanced solid tumors, including melanoma, lung, breast, and other cancers. The drug is given by IV every three weeks. The main goal is to see if the drug shrinks tumors.…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Daiichi Sankyo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug GI-108 enters human trials for advanced tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called GI-108 in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors, including lung, head and neck, pancreatic, and kidney cancers. The drug is designed to boost the immune system's ability to fight cancer. The trial will first find the safest dose, then …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: GI Innovation, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: experimental drug targets KRAS mutation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new oral drug called RMC-5127, alone or combined with other drugs, in adults with advanced solid tumors that have a specific KRAS G12V mutation. The study includes people with lung, colorectal, and pancreatic cancers who have already tried stan…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Revolution Medicines, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to extend life in tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether adding two drugs (surufatinib and camrelizumab) to standard chemotherapy helps people with metastatic pancreatic cancer live longer. About 502 adults who have not had prior treatment for their advanced cancer will be randomly assigned to the new combo or …
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Hutchmed • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: drug targets MTAP deletion
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests a drug called BMS-986504 in people with advanced solid tumors that have lost a gene called MTAP. The drug is given alone or with other cancer medicines. The study aims to see if the drug shrinks tumors and how safe it is. About 260 adults will take part.
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your own tumor cells fight cancer? new trial tests immune cell therapy
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether specially selected immune cells taken from a patient's own tumor, grown in large numbers in the lab, and given back along with the drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) can shrink tumors in people with metastatic colorectal, pancreatic, ovarian, breast, o…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug candidate takes aim at Hard-to-Treat pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing an experimental injectable drug called XNW28012 in people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has worsened after two standard chemotherapy regimens. The phase III trial plans to enroll 226 adults and randomly assigns them in a 2:1 ratio to receive eithe…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Evopoint Biosciences Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: GAIA-102 trial targets malignant ascites
Disease control Recruiting nowThis clinical trial is testing a new biological therapy called GAIA-102, alone or combined with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, for people with advanced stomach or pancreatic cancer that has spread and caused fluid buildup in the abdomen (malignant ascites). The study has two pa…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Kyushu University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cell therapy trial hopes to tackle tough cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests SL-28, a cell therapy made from donor immune cells, in 60 people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, pancreatic, or breast cancer) that haven't responded to standard treatments. The study aims to find a safe dose and see if the therapy can shrink t…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Second Life Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to keep pancreatic cancer away after surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called daraxonrasib in people with pancreatic cancer who have already had surgery and chemotherapy. The goal is to see if taking the drug can delay or prevent the cancer from returning compared to just watching and waiting. About 500 adults will be ran…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Revolution Medicines, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for pancreatic cancer: targeted pill plus chemotherapy in Late-Stage trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial is testing whether adding a new targeted pill (INCB161734) to standard chemotherapy helps people with a specific type of advanced pancreatic cancer (KRAS G12D mutation) live longer. About 588 participants who have not had prior treatment for metastatic disease …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Incyte Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heated chemotherapy shows promise for advanced pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial tests a treatment called HIPEC, where heated chemotherapy drugs are placed directly into the abdomen during surgery. It is for people with pancreatic cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen. The study will enroll 40 participants to see if this appr…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Microwave probe delivered through the stomach may heat away Hard-to-Reach tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing a new device that uses endoscopic ultrasound to guide microwave energy directly into pancreatic and liver tumors that cannot be removed by surgery. The study enrolls 75 adults with locally advanced or metastatic cancer. The main goal is to see whether the …
Sponsor: Banner Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill plus chemo takes on deadly pancreatic cancer in huge trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests a new drug called daraxonrasib, taken as a pill, either alone or with standard chemotherapy, against chemotherapy alone for people with metastatic pancreatic cancer. About 900 adults with confirmed pancreatic cancer that has spread will be randomly assign…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Revolution Medicines, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood sugar control may boost chemo in pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis pilot study looks at whether closely monitoring and managing blood sugar levels can help people with pancreatic cancer. About 50 participants will wear a continuous glucose monitor during chemotherapy. Half will get intensive glucose management from an endocrinologist, while…
Sponsor: British Columbia Cancer Agency • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Surgeons try glue to seal pancreas after cancer surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests whether injecting a medical glue (Histoacryl®) into the pancreas during Whipple surgery can strengthen the connection between the pancreas and intestine and prevent dangerous leaks. The study involves 30 patients with soft pancreases and narrow ducts,…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Minia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can chemo before surgery extend lives in pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether giving chemotherapy before surgery helps people with clearly resectable pancreatic head cancer or periampullary cancer live longer than going straight to surgery. The trial enrolls 262 participants and randomly assigns them to either mFOLFIRINOX ch…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Minia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo aims to boost Radiation's power against tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a drug called TTI-101 combined with a precise type of radiation (SBRT) in 18 people with pancreatic cancer that is borderline resectable or locally advanced. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can improve how long patients live without …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can removing more tissue around pancreatic tumors stop cancer from coming back?
Disease control Recruiting nowPancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma often returns near where it started, even after surgery. This study tests whether a more thorough operation, called total mesopancreatic excision, can improve local disease control and survival. During pancreaticoduodenectomy, surgeons remove the …
Sponsor: Minia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New adaptive radiation aims to spare the gut in pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is testing a new type of radiation therapy that adapts daily to the exact shape and position of a pancreatic tumor. The goal is to deliver a high, tumor-killing dose while minimizing damage to nearby stomach and intestines. About 134 people with borderline resectable o…
Sponsor: Varian, a Siemens Healthineers Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for hard-to-treat pancreatic cancer: targeted drug combo enters phase 3 trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding an experimental drug called zoldonrasib to standard chemotherapy helps people with a specific genetic form of metastatic pancreatic cancer (KRAS G12D mutation) live longer without their cancer growing. About 670 adults with advanced pancreatic canc…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Revolution Medicines, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can switching chemo cocktails extend lives in pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are comparing two chemotherapy approaches for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has not worsened after three months of initial treatment with mFOLFIRINOX. One group continues mFOLFIRINOX, while the other switches to gemcitabine plus nab-paclitaxel. The trial…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Gruppo Oncologico del Nord-Ovest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug AGX101 enters human trials for advanced tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests AGX101, a drug that delivers chemotherapy directly to cancer cells by targeting a protein called TM4SF1. About 80 adults with advanced solid tumors (like breast, prostate, or pancreatic cancer) who have run out of standard options will receive the dru…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Angiex, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill duo outsmart a Hard-to-Treat pancreatic cancer mutation?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial compares a combination of two experimental oral drugs, zoldonrasib and daraxonrasib, against standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine plus nab-paclitaxel) as the first treatment for people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has a specific KRAS G12D mutation. The …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Revolution Medicines, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Antibody-Drug conjugate targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called LY4052031, which is designed to deliver a cancer-killing agent directly to tumor cells that have a protein called Nectin-4. The study includes 420 adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors such as bladder, breast, lung, and oth…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New surgery aims to cut pancreatic leak and diabetes risk
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a surgery called total pancreatectomy with islet autotransplantation (TPIAT) in 30 adults with certain pancreatic tumors who are at high risk for a dangerous leak after standard surgery. The procedure removes the entire pancreas and transplants the insulin-making…
Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy targets Hard-to-Treat HER2 cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests the safety and best dose of two drugs—neratinib and trastuzumab deruxtecan—given together to people with advanced solid tumors that have HER2 gene changes. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors that have spread or can't be removed by…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny bubbles carrying gene-targeting drugs take on deadly pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new treatment for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has spread and has a specific mutation called KRAS G12D. The treatment uses tiny particles called exosomes to deliver a molecule that blocks the mutated gene. The goal is to find the best…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug, LY4170156, designed to attack cancer cells with a specific marker (folate receptor alpha). It is for people with advanced solid tumors like ovarian, lung, or breast cancer that have not responded to other treatments. The trial has two parts: first fin…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New smart drug targets tough cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests an experimental drug called PF-08046876 in about 310 adults with advanced cancers of the bladder, lung, head and neck, esophagus, or pancreas that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is a type of 'antibody drug conjugate' designed to s…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets tough pancreatic cancer mutation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new oral drug, VS-7375, alone or with another drug (cetuximab), in 180 people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has a specific genetic change called KRAS G12D. The goal is to see if the drug shrinks tumors and is safe. Participants must have this mutation …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Verastem, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets HER2 cancers in promising trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called BAY 2927088 (sevabertinib) in about 111 adults with advanced solid tumors that have HER2 gene mutations. The drug aims to block the abnormal HER2 protein and stop cancer growth. Participants take a 20 mg tablet daily in 3-week cycles u…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat pancreatic tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing whether combining two targeted therapies—sunitinib malate and Lutathera—is safe for people with advanced pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. Sunitinib blocks signals that help tumors grow, while Lutathera deliv…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for tough pancreatic cancers: drug combo aims to shrink tumors before surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called PTM-101 given alongside standard chemotherapy for people with pancreatic cancer that is either borderline resectable or locally advanced (meaning it has not spread far but is hard to remove surgically). The goal is to see if adding P…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: PanTher Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets hard-to-treat cancers with missing MTAP gene
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called MRTX1719 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have a missing MTAP gene. The study aims to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow their growth. About 336 participants with cancers like mesothelio…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a measles vaccine fight pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing whether injecting the MMR vaccine directly into pancreatic tumors is safe and can help shrink them. The study will include 20 adults with borderline resectable or unresectable pancreatic cancer who have already completed standard chemotherapy and…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: University of Arkansas • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo targets tough pancreatic tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called M3814 combined with a special type of radiation for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer (cancer that has spread nearby but not to distant organs). The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination helps stop tumor growth long…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets genetic weakness in tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding setidegrasib (ASP3082) to standard chemotherapy helps people with a specific KRAS G12D mutation in metastatic pancreatic cancer live longer. About 614 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either setidegrasib or a placebo, along with …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Astellas Pharma Global Development, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug BL-B01D1 shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new drug called BL-B01D1 in people with advanced stomach or other solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to find a safe dose and check for any side effects. About 96 adults aged 18 to 75 will take part, and r…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Sichuan Baili Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to supercharge immune system against tough cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called QXL138AM in about 100 people with advanced solid tumors (like ovarian, pancreatic, or lung cancer) or multiple myeloma. The drug is designed to help the immune system attack cancer cells. The main goal is to check safety and find the…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Nammi Therapeutics Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets cancer spread in first human trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called metarrestin in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread (metastasized). The goal is to find a safe dose and see if it can shrink tumors. The study includes adults with pancreatic, breast, or other solid tumors, and children…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New 'Alpha Bullets' radiation device targets tough pancreatic tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new device called DaRT that delivers a special type of radiation directly into pancreatic tumors. It is being combined with standard chemotherapy in 30 people with advanced or metastatic pancreatic cancer. The main goal is to see if the combination is safe, and…
Sponsor: Alpha Tau Medical LTD. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Patient's own immune cells be trained to fight pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing whether a personalized vaccine made from a patient's own immune cells, combined with standard chemotherapy, is safe and feasible for treating pancreatic cancer after surgical removal. The vaccine is designed to train the immune system to recogniz…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Diakonos Oncology Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a triple therapy outsmart pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding an experimental drug called HRS-4642 to standard immunotherapy and chemotherapy can help people with pancreatic cancer. The study includes adults with borderline resectable, locally advanced, or metastatic pancreatic cancer. Researcher…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new treatment called TNhYP218 CAR T cells for people with solid tumors that have high levels of a protein called mesothelin, including mesothelioma. Participants' own immune cells are collected, modified in a lab to better attack cancer, and then gi…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a stronger radiation blast tame pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase III trial tests whether giving a higher dose of radiation can help people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer live longer. Participants must have already had 4-6 months of chemotherapy. The study compares higher-dose radiation to standard care (more chemo, observat…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: NRG Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: enhertu studied in 20+ tumor types
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing the drug T-DXd (Enhertu) in 100 adults with advanced HER2-positive solid tumors who have already tried other treatments and have no good options left. The goal is to see how well the drug works in real-world settings, including how many patients respond and …
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets cancers missing key gene
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug combination for people with metastatic solid tumors that lack a gene called MTAP. The drugs, BMS-986504 and pemetrexed, aim to stop cancer cells from growing. The trial will check safety and how well the combo works in 72 participants.
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at stubborn cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new therapy where a person's own white blood cells are collected, genetically modified in a lab to recognize and attack cancer cells with a specific mutation (KRAS G12V), and then infused back. Participants also receive chemotherapy and a drug to boost cell act…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a One-Two punch of radiation and immunotherapy tame pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether combining targeted radiation therapy with two immune-boosting drugs can help people with metastatic pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. The study enrolls adults whose cancer has progressed after at least one line of standard treatment. Particip…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Benjamin Spieler • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug AB801 aims to boost chemo and immunotherapy in tough cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called AB801, which blocks a protein (AXL) that helps cancers grow and resist treatment. It is given alongside chemotherapy and immunotherapy to people with bile duct or pancreatic cancer that is either borderline resectable, locally advanc…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests two drugs—ulixertinib and palbociclib—together in people with advanced solid tumors, including pancreatic cancer and certain melanomas. The main goal is to find a safe dose and check for side effects. About 45 adults whose cancers have not responded t…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to boost radiation for tough pancreatic tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a drug called XER-001 (a form of amifostine given through a tube into the small intestine) combined with precise radiation therapy for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The study will enroll 36 participa…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Xerient Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill takes on tough pancreatic cancer in major trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new daily pill, GFH375, against standard chemotherapy in 320 people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has a specific KRAS G12D gene mutation. Participants must have already tried at least one standard treatment. The goal is to see if the new drug helps peopl…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Genfleet Therapeutics (Shanghai) Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug MRG007 enters early human testing for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called MRG007 (ARR-217) in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study aims to find a safe dose and check if the drug can shrink tumors. About 405 participants with colorectal, gastric, or pan…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: ArriVent BioPharma, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a vaccine help fight Hard-to-Treat cancers?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental vaccine called YMN-136 in people with advanced liver, pancreatic, or biliary tract cancer that has progressed after standard treatment. The main goal is to check the vaccine's safety and find the best dose, while also seeing if it…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment for adults with certain cancers (pancreatic, kidney, breast, melanoma, or ovarian) that have a protein called CD70. Doctors take a sample of your blood, modify your white blood cells in a lab to recognize and attack CD70, and then give them back t…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pancreas cancer surgery showdown: total removal may boost survival
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether removing the entire pancreas is better than removing just part of it for people with certain cancers in the head of the pancreas who are at high risk of complications. The main goal is to see if total removal helps patients live longer without hurting …
Sponsor: Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called AZD9574, taken alone or with other anti-cancer medicines, in about 695 people whose advanced solid tumors have grown despite prior treatment. The main goals are to check the drug's safety and find the right dose. Researchers will also …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug MGC026 takes on advanced cancers in first human trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests MGC026, a biologic drug given by IV, in 250 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, then expanding to see if the drug shrinks tumors. Participants receive u…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: MacroGenics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug DM002 enters first human tests for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests an experimental drug called DM002 in about 160 people with advanced solid tumors (ovarian, prostate, endometrial, colorectal, or other solid cancers). The study has two parts: first, finding a safe dose by giving small groups gradually higher doses; s…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Xadcera Biopharmaceutical (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug PHN-012 takes aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called PHN-012 in people with advanced colon, pancreatic, or lung cancer that has stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug is an antibody-drug conjugate, designed to deliver a powerful cancer-killing agent directly to tumor cells…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Pheon Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New chemo combo shows promise for tough pancreatic tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way of giving chemotherapy to people with pancreatic cancer that is on the edge of being removable. The goal is to shrink the tumor enough for successful surgery. About 35 adults will receive two different chemo drug combinations in alternating cycles. The …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a Zinc-Based compound fight cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests an experimental drug called KLS-1, a form of zinc aspartate enriched with a specific zinc isotope, in adults with certain solid tumors (like melanoma, prostate, or pancreatic cancer) or chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). The goal is to find the safest and most e…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Vector Vitale LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Supercharged immune cells take on tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a new therapy called GC203 TIL, which uses a patient's own immune cells that are genetically modified to better attack pancreatic cancer. Ten adults whose cancer has not responded to standard treatments will receive these cells after a short course of…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Juncell Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer-Killing virus trial launches for patients out of options
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 1 trial tests IDOV-Immune, a genetically engineered virus designed to infect and destroy cancer cells while boosting the immune system. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors (like colorectal, pancreatic, or lung cancer) that have not responded to standard treatme…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: ViroMissile, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can adding immunotherapy to chemotherapy shrink pancreatic tumors before surgery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial is testing whether giving the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) along with standard FOLFIRINOX chemotherapy before surgery can help shrink tumors in people with resectable pancreatic cancer. The study enrolls adults with localized, potentially resect…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can three common drugs boost chemotherapy against pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis pilot trial is testing whether adding a combination of three widely used drugs—metformin, digoxin, and simvastatin (called C3)—to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine) can safely help people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has not responded to prior treatment. The study w…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: State University of New York - Downstate Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets hard-to-treat cancers with KRAS mutation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two experimental drugs, elironrasib and daraxonrasib, given alone or together, in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific KRAS G12C mutation. The goal is to see if the drugs are safe and can shrink or control the cancer. About 534 adults with lung,…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Revolution Medicines, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New vaccine combo takes on tough cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a cancer vaccine that targets a common mutated protein (KRAS) combined with two immunotherapy drugs (balstilimab and botensilimab) in people with advanced colorectal or pancreatic cancer that has spread. The goal is to see if the combination can shrin…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill boost the immune system to fight Hard-to-Treat cancers?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental oral drug called OATD-02 in people with advanced or metastatic colorectal, ovarian, pancreatic, or renal cell cancer. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and whether it can help the immune system attack tumors by increasing arg…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Molecure S.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a heat probe through an endoscope treat pancreatic lesions?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a procedure called endoscopic ultrasound-guided radiofrequency ablation (EUS-RFA) can safely treat pancreatic lesions. The approach uses a special endoscope to deliver heat energy directly to the lesion. Researchers will enroll 60 people with pre-malignan…
Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktails aim to shrink Hard-to-Treat gut cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing several new experimental drugs (RAS(ON) inhibitors) combined with standard chemotherapy or other targeted therapies in people with advanced colorectal or pancreatic cancer that has spread. The goal is to see if these combinations are safe and can shrink tumo…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Revolution Medicines, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for pancreatic cancer: drug combo trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called BNT327 combined with standard chemotherapy in adults with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has not been treated before. The goal is to see if the combination shrinks tumors better than chemo alone. About 105 participants will be enrolled, and r…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: BioNTech SE • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug AOH1996 enters first human tests
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new drug called AOH1996 in 92 adults with solid tumors (like lung, ovarian, or pancreatic cancer) that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug works by blocking a protein that cancer cells need to grow. The main goals are to fi…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for pancreatic cancer: targeted drug combo enters human trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new biologic drug called ANO31905 combined with standard chemotherapy as a first treatment for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has a specific marker (CLDN18.2). The trial has two phases: first to find a safe dose, then to see if the combination shri…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Anova Innovation Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virus therapy aims to boost chemo in tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a virus called VCN-01, given more frequently, is safe and tolerable when combined with standard chemotherapy (nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine) for people with newly diagnosed stage IV pancreatic cancer that has spread. Participants receive up to three dose…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Theriva Biologics SL • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for pancreatic cancer: EXPAND trial targets limited metastases
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether a multi-disciplinary treatment plan can help people with pancreatic cancer that has spread to only a few other places in the body live longer without the disease getting worse. About 80 adults with this condition will receive either standard care …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug TR-002 enters human testing for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new chemotherapy drug called TR-002 in about 52 people with advanced solid tumors, including pancreatic cancer that has stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers wi…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two experimental drugs, ZEN003694 and entinostat, in people with advanced or treatment-resistant solid tumors, including pancreatic cancer. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination can shrink tumors. About 49 participants will take part in t…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody drug targets HER2 cancers in broad trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests a drug called zanidatamab in about 200 adults with advanced HER2-positive cancers, including breast, lung, stomach, and others. Participants have already tried at least one standard treatment. The study measures how many tumors shrink or disappear. Zanida…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Jazz Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sound waves vs. pancreatic cancer: new device tested in humans
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a device called the HistoSonics Edison System, which uses focused sound waves (histotripsy) to mechanically break apart pancreatic tumors without surgery. The trial will enroll 50 adults with advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed surgically. The main …
Sponsor: HistoSonics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Robotic scalpel vs Surgeon's hand: which is safer for pancreatic cancer surgery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares robotic-assisted surgery to traditional open surgery for removing pancreatic tumors (pancreatoduodenectomy). About 120 adults who need this operation will be randomly assigned to one of the two techniques. The main goal is to see which approach causes fewer co…
Sponsor: Hospital del Mar • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for stomach cancer: experimental drug BHB810 enters human trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug, BHB810, in adults with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The drug is given as an IV infusion every two weeks. The main goals are to check safety and find the best dose, while also seein…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: BigHat Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Implantable pump fires chemo straight at pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a new device that is surgically placed on the pancreas to deliver the chemotherapy drug gemcitabine directly to the tumor. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and causes fewer side effects than standard IV chemo. The study involves 12 people w…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Continuity Biosciences, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug PT0511 targets Hard-to-Treat KRAS cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new drug called PT0511, given alone or with cetuximab, in adults with advanced solid tumors that have a KRAS mutation or amplification. The main goals are to check safety, find the best dose, and see how the body handles the drug. About 195 par…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: PAQ Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple attack on pancreatic cancer: radiotherapy, chemo, and immunotherapy aim to make tumors removable
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a short course of focused radiation followed by chemotherapy (nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine) plus the immunotherapy drug camrelizumab can shrink borderline or locally advanced pancreatic tumors enough to allow complete surgical removal. The study enrolls…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hebei Medical University Fourth Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill for Hard-to-Treat cancers enters first human tests
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new oral drug, DEG6498, in about 100 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to find a safe dose and understand side effects. Participants take the drug once daily and are closely monitore…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Degron Therapeutics Co. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets Hard-to-Treat KRAS cancers in first human trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing an experimental oral drug called KST-6051 in adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have a KRAS mutation, including certain lung, pancreatic, and colorectal cancers. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and how the body proce…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Kestrel Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cocktail of drugs takes on tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing whether adding an experimental cancer vaccine (ELI-002 7P) and an immunotherapy drug (tislelizumab) to standard chemotherapy (mFOLFIRINOX) is safe and effective for people with a specific type of pancreatic cancer that has a KRAS mutation. The st…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radioactive 'Seeds' take on pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new approach for locally advanced pancreatic cancer: tiny radioactive sources placed directly into the tumor to deliver alpha radiation. The treatment is combined with standard chemotherapy. The main goal is to check safety in 40 participants, but researchers w…
Sponsor: Alpha Tau Medical LTD. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Experimental combo therapy targets Hard-to-Treat pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests whether injecting an immune-boosting drug (mitazalimab) directly into the tumor during a special electrical ablation procedure (IRE) is safe for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer. The goal is to see if this approach can strengthen the bod…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Gene-Guided chemo cocktail aims to tame tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a three-drug chemotherapy regimen given at lower, continuous doses for people with metastatic pancreatic cancer. The drugs—capecitabine, oxaliplatin, and irinotecan—are dosed based on a patient's genetic profile to reduce side effects. The goal is to see if this …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug RSC-1255 takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests an experimental drug called RSC-1255, given alone or with hydroxychloroquine, in people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colon, or pancreatic cancer) who have run out of standard options. The study has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, and …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: RasCal Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Glowing dye may make pancreatic surgery safer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial compares two types of keyhole surgery to remove the tail of the pancreas. One uses a dye called indocyanine green that glows under special lights, helping surgeons see blood flow and decide where to cut. The other is the standard procedure without the dye. The goal is …
Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New combo therapy targets tough pancreatic cancer in 20-Patient trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a combination of two drugs, pembrolizumab and olaparib, in people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. To join, participants must have tumors with high mutation levels or specific DNA repair problems. The goal is to see if t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Experimental immune therapy takes on tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment called EGFR FPBMC for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread. The treatment uses a patient's own immune cells, which are modified in the lab to better attack cancer cells, then given back through an …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: University of Virginia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Tiny radiation seeds take aim at tough pancreatic tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new device that delivers a special type of radiation directly into pancreatic tumors. The goal is to see if it's safe and possible to place these tiny seeds in people with advanced pancreatic cancer that can't be removed by surgery. The study will enroll 15 par…
Sponsor: Alpha Tau Medical LTD. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at a common pancreatic cancer mutation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests an experimental drug called ES502 in people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has a specific genetic change (RAS G12V) and who have run out of standard treatments. ES502 is a lab-made protein designed to guide the body's immune T-cells to attack ca…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Tiny radiation seeds take aim at tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis 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 15 participant…
Sponsor: Alpha Tau Medical LTD. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Cancer-Killing virus shows promise in early trial for advanced tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new treatment called MEM-288, a virus designed to infect and kill cancer cells while also boosting the immune system. The study involves 40 adults with advanced solid tumors, including lung, skin, and breast cancers, who have not responded to s…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Memgen, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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New pill targets hard-to-treat pancreatic cancer gene
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called HRS-7058 in people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has a specific mutation in the KRAS gene (G12C). Participants must have already tried at least one prior treatment. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors and how safe i…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Shandong Suncadia Medicine Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Single-Port robot takes on complex belly surgeries
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new robotic system that uses just one small incision to perform surgeries on the liver, pancreas, stomach, and esophagus. The goal is to see if this single-port approach is safe and works well for these complex operations. The study will enroll 35 adults w…
Sponsor: AdventHealth • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Smart immune cells take aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment using a patient's own immune cells, called CAR T cells, that are specially designed to target and kill solid tumor cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed. It is for adults with certain advanced cancers, including lung, colon, pancreatic, ovari…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: A2 Biotherapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New pill targets KRAS cancers in early human trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests an oral drug called ALTA3263 in about 448 adults with advanced solid tumors (like pancreatic, lung, or colorectal cancer) that have a KRAS mutation. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see how the body processes the drug. Part…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Alterome Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New hope for pancreatic cancer: drug cocktail trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new combination of drugs for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has spread or come back. The treatment includes an experimental antibody (BMS-986340) plus immunotherapy and two chemotherapy drugs. The goal is to see if this mix is safe and shrinks tumo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in people with BRCA2 or PALB2 mutations
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing an experimental drug called CX-5461 (Pidnarulex) in people with advanced solid tumors (pancreatic, prostate, breast, or ovarian) that have specific BRCA2 or PALB2 gene mutations. The main goal is to find a safe and tolerable dose for future studi…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Senhwa Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new gene therapy for people with pancreatic cancer that has returned after standard treatment. The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, modified to target a protein called B7-H3 on cancer cells, and includes a safety switch to control side eff…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to stop pancreatic cancer return after surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding radiotherapy to standard chemotherapy after pancreatic cancer surgery can prevent the cancer from coming back. It enrolls 288 high-risk patients who have had surgery but still have factors like positive margins or lymph node involvement. Pa…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Last-Resort cancer drug made available for patients with specific gene mutations
Disease control Expanded accessThis program provides the experimental drug ulixertinib to people with advanced solid tumors that have certain gene mutations (MAPK pathway). It is for patients who have not responded well to or have run out of standard treatments. The goal is to control the disease and possibly …
Sponsor: xCures • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Supercharged immune cells take on pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new type of cell therapy for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has spread or cannot be removed by surgery. The treatment uses specially engineered natural killer (NK) cells that target two proteins found on cancer cells. Up to 42 part…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Beijing Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New pill targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with a specific gene mutation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called RMC-9805, taken as a pill, in adults with advanced solid tumors (such as lung, colorectal, or pancreatic cancer) that have a specific mutation in the KRAS gene called G12D. The drug is given alone or in combination with another oral dr…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Revolution Medicines, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug ERX-315 enters first human tests for tough cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests the safety of a new drug called ERX-315 in 36 adults with advanced solid tumors (like breast, ovarian, or pancreatic cancer) that have stopped responding to standard treatments. Participants receive the drug intravenously twice a week at increasing do…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: EtiraRx Australia Pty Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: experimental drug BMS-986523 enters human trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called BMS-986523, alone or with other cancer drugs, in people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colorectal, or pancreatic cancer) that have a specific genetic change (KRAS mutation). The goal is to see if it is safe and works. About 252 adults wi…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to boost pancreatic cancer surgery success
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding the experimental drug HRS-4642 to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and albumin-bound paclitaxel) can help shrink pancreatic tumors before surgery and prevent recurrence afterward. About 30 adults with resectable or borderline resecta…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New cocktail of drugs takes on pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing a combination of four drugs (HRS-4642, gemcitabine, albumin-bound paclitaxel, and adebrelimab) as treatment for pancreatic cancer before and after surgery. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and effective at shrinking tumors and improving su…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New combo therapy targets hard-to-treat pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug (HRS-4642) combined with an immunotherapy (adebrelimab) and possibly other cancer drugs for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to find safe doses and see if the combination can shrink tumor…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New radiation bead treatment targets Hard-to-Treat pancreatic tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to deliver radiation directly into pancreatic tumors using tiny radioactive beads. It is for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that has not spread but cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and feasible, a…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: M.R. Meijerink • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New radiation technique targets hard-to-treat liver tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a type of internal radiation called high-dose-rate brachytherapy for people with liver tumors that cannot be surgically removed. The treatment uses a tiny radioactive source placed directly into the tumor to kill cancer cells while sparing nearby healthy tissue. …
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New hope for tough pancreatic cancer: targeted drug combo under study
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a targeted drug called panitumumab to standard chemotherapy helps people with a specific type of advanced pancreatic cancer (KRAS wild-type) live longer. About 94 adults whose cancer has spread or can't be removed will be randomly assigned to get c…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: SWOG Cancer Research Network • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Radiation boost may help control advanced pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial tests whether adding a precise, high-dose form of radiation (SBRT) to standard maintenance chemotherapy can help people with advanced pancreatic cancer live longer. The study enrolls 24 adults whose cancer has not grown after at least four months of initial ch…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Triple threat: new combo aims to tackle tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a mix of chemotherapy (NALIRIFOX), an immunotherapy drug (adebrelimab), and a special type of radiation (PULSAR) as a first treatment for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if this combination is safe and …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New combo therapy targets tough cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called BOLD-100 combined with standard FOLFOX chemotherapy in people with advanced colorectal, pancreatic, stomach, or bile duct cancers that have spread or cannot be removed. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and helps control tumor growth…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Bold Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Desperate cancer patients get early access to promising drug combo
Disease control Expanded accessThis program offers early access to a combination of two immunotherapy drugs, botensilimab and balstilimab, for people with serious or life-threatening cancers like colorectal, pancreatic, lung, liver, melanoma, sarcoma, ovarian, or prostate cancer. It is for patients who have tr…
Sponsor: Agenus Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New combo aims to fix Chemo's lingering side effect in cancer survivors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding all-trans retinoic acid to romiplostim N01 can better raise platelet counts in adults who have low platelets after finishing chemotherapy for gastrointestinal cancers. About 220 participants will receive either the combo or romiplostim alone for 12…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Peking University People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New pill targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with RAS mutations
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing an experimental oral drug called RMC-6236 in adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colorectal, or pancreatic cancer) that have specific RAS mutations. The main goals are to find safe doses and understand side effects. About 754 participants will take…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Revolution Medicines, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New antibody drug aims to unleash immune system on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a new drug, UCB4594, in people with advanced solid tumors that haven't responded to standard treatments. The drug is a monoclonal antibody that targets a protein called HLA-G on cancer cells, potentially helping the immune system attack them. The stud…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Cancer Research UK • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Can a statin boost chemo for pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests adding the cholesterol-lowering drug pitavastatin to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel) as maintenance therapy for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. About 18 adults whose disease is stable af…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of California, Irvine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Could a constipation drug slow cancer growth? new trial seeks answers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests if axelopran, a drug used for opioid-induced constipation, can slow tumor growth in people with advanced breast, lung, pancreas, or prostate cancer. About 34 adults whose cancer has worsened after standard treatment will take axelopran daily for up to a year. Res…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: HealthPartners Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New drug MDX2001 tested in 285 patients with advanced cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called MDX2001 in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread. The main goals are to check the drug's safety and see if it can shrink tumors. About 285 adults with various cancers like lung, breast, or colon cancer will take part. This is an ear…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: ModeX Therapeutics, An OPKO Health Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New drug combo targets tough cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called ODM-212 combined with other cancer treatments in people with advanced solid tumors, including mesothelioma, pancreatic cancer, and non-small cell lung cancer. The trial has two parts: first finding a safe dose, then checking how well it works. A…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Orion Corporation, Orion Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Tailored drugs aim to stop pancreatic cancer's return after surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving patients drugs that match their tumor's unique molecular profile can prevent pancreatic cancer from coming back after surgery. It includes 40 adults whose cancer was removed but who are at high risk of recurrence. Researchers will track how long pa…
Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Immunotherapy cocktail takes on tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug sintilimab to chemotherapy and radiation can help people with inoperable pancreatic cancer live longer. The study will enroll 25 participants who have not had prior treatment. Researchers will track how long the …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New drug combo aims to boost chemo for tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests whether adding an experimental MK2 inhibitor (zunsemetinib) to standard chemotherapy (mFOLFIRINOX) can better control metastatic pancreatic cancer. About 51 adults who have not had prior treatment for advanced disease will participate. The main goals …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New Antibody-Drug conjugate targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests MGC028, a drug that delivers a cancer-killing agent directly to tumor cells. About 124 adults with advanced lung, bile duct, pancreatic, or colorectal cancers that have stopped responding to standard treatments will receive the drug every three weeks.…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: MacroGenics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New hope for pancreatic cancer? drug combo trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called ivonescimab, combined with targeted radiation and chemotherapy, for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The trial has two phases: first, finding the safest dose of ivonescimab, then checking how well…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New pill targets Hard-to-Treat cancer mutation in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called TSN1611 in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic change called KRAS G12D. The trial has two parts: first, finding the safest dose, and second, seeing if the drug shrinks tumors. About 440 adults will take part, and the d…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Tyligand Pharmaceuticals (Suzhou) Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New hope for tough pancreatic cancer: personalized drug cocktail enters trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a low dose of erlotinib to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel) is safe and effective for people with advanced pancreatic cancer. Participants are grouped by tumor type: those with 'basal-like' tumors get the new combo, while thos…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New pill targets hard-to-treat cancers with KRAS G12D mutation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new daily pill, VS-7375, in people with advanced solid tumors (like pancreatic, lung, or colorectal cancer) that have a specific KRAS G12D mutation. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can shrink tumors when used alone or with other cancer treatments. Ab…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Verastem, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New chemo cocktail shows promise for pancreatic cancer patients before surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving a combination of three chemotherapy drugs (gemcitabine, cisplatin, and nab-paclitaxel) before surgery can help shrink pancreatic tumors and improve outcomes. It includes 36 adults with pancreatic cancer that is either removable or borderline remova…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to boost surgery success in pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a combination of chemotherapy drugs (liposomal irinotecan, 5-fluorouracil, oxaliplatin), an immunotherapy drug (adebrelimab), and radiation before surgery for people with pancreatic cancer that is either removable or borderline removable but has risk factors. The…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Ningbo Medical Center Lihuili Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New Two-Drug sequence aims to extend life in pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving two different chemotherapy combinations one after the other works better than the standard single combination for people with metastatic pancreatic cancer. About 162 adults aged 18 to 75 with confirmed disease will be randomly assigned to either th…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Institut du Cancer de Montpellier - Val d'Aurelle • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to slow advanced pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding two drugs (defactinib and avutometinib) to targeted radiation therapy can help people with advanced pancreatic cancer live longer without their cancer growing. About 36 participants with borderline resectable or locally advanced pancreatic …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancers: experimental drug XNW28012 enters human trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called XNW28012 in people with advanced solid tumors (pancreatic, ovarian, cervical, or colorectal cancers) that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The trial has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, then expanding to see if the drug shri…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Evopoint Biosciences Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New nanovaccine aims to stop cancer recurrence in High-Risk patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new nanovaccine made from engineered bacteria that targets KRAS mutations in colorectal and pancreatic cancer patients who have had surgery and chemotherapy but are at high risk of their cancer coming back. The vaccine is designed to train the immune system to …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New Antibody-Drug conjugate KIVU-107 enters first human trials for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called KIVU-107 in 76 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. KIVU-107 is an antibody-drug conjugate designed to target and kill cancer cells. The main goal is to find a safe dose and check for side…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Kivu Bioscience Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Arthritis drug shows promise against pancreatic cancer in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests whether adding leflunomide, a drug used for rheumatoid arthritis, to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine) is safe for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. About 19 participants will receive the combination to find t…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New CAR-T therapy aims to outsmart Hard-to-Treat solid cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new approach to CAR-T cell therapy for adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, engineered to recognize two cancer-specific targets chosen based on each per…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Beijing Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Electric shocks + chemo: new hope for inoperable tumors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a treatment called electrochemotherapy for people with tumors in organs like the liver or pancreas that cannot be removed by surgery. The treatment uses short electrical pulses to help chemotherapy drugs enter cancer cells more effectively. The goal is to shrink …
Sponsor: Istituto Oncologico Veneto IRCCS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Experimental drug combo aims to boost pancreatic cancer treatment
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing whether adding the drug fostamatinib to standard chemotherapy can help people with resectable pancreatic cancer. Fostamatinib is already approved for a blood disorder but has not been tried in pancreatic cancer. The study will enroll 36 participa…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Sound waves zapping tumors: new hope for pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early study tests a device called Suizenji that uses focused ultrasound waves to heat and destroy pancreatic cancer cells from outside the body. It is for 10 adults with advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if the treatment is safe…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: SONIRE Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Sound waves boost chemo attack on tough pancreatic tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding Acoustic Cluster Therapy (ACT) to standard chemotherapy can shrink inoperable pancreatic tumors. About 25 adults with locally advanced pancreatic cancer will receive both treatments. The goal is to see if the combination improves response rates and…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: EXACT Therapeutics AS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Baking soda and chemo combo takes on tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment for pancreatic cancer that has spread to the liver. Doctors deliver a mix of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda), chemotherapy drugs, and an immunotherapy drug directly into the liver's blood supply. The goal is to see if this approach helps people l…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Heat therapy for pancreatic cancer: a new hope?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows 200 patients with pancreatic tumors who receive a procedure called pancreatic radiofrequency. The treatment uses a needle inserted through the stomach or intestine to heat and destroy tumor cells. Researchers will check if the tumors shrink or stop growing over…
Sponsor: GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Heated chemo during surgery: new hope for advanced pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a major surgery that removes the pancreatic tumor and all visible cancer in the abdomen, followed by pumping heated chemotherapy drugs directly into the belly, is safe for people with pancreatic cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen. Twenty …
Sponsor: Unidade Local de Saúde São João • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New procedure could zap pancreatic cysts before they turn deadly
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a less invasive procedure called endoscopic ultrasound-guided radiofrequency ablation (EUS-RFA) to treat pancreatic cysts that have a high risk of turning into cancer. About 84 adults with pancreatic cysts at least 2 cm in size and showing concerning features wil…
Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New endoscopic heat treatment could help pancreatic cancer patients avoid surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a procedure called EUS-guided radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for people with pancreatic tumors who are not candidates for surgery. The procedure uses a thin needle passed through an endoscope to deliver heat directly to the tumor. Researchers want to see if i…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:04 UTC
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Proton therapy combo aims to shrink pancreatic tumors before surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new approach for people with borderline resectable pancreatic cancer, where the tumor is close to important blood vessels but may still be removable. Participants first receive chemotherapy, then proton beam radiation combined with more chemo, followed by surge…
Sponsor: EBG MedAustron GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New radiation approach aims to shrink pancreatic tumors in just five sessions
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a short, high-dose radiation therapy for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The treatment uses protons or carbon ions to deliver a precise, powerful dose in only five sessions. Researchers hope this approach will imp…
Sponsor: EBG MedAustron GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Supercharged immune cells take on pancreatic cancer in new trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new type of immunotherapy for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has spread or cannot be removed. The treatment uses specially engineered natural killer (NK) cells that target two cancer-related proteins at once. Up to 42 participants will …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Beijing Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New drug KESONOTIDE™ enters human trials for multiple cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug, KESONOTIDE™, in people with advanced solid tumors like prostate, breast, lung, ovarian, brain, pancreas, or skin cancer. The trial has two phases: first, finding the safest dose, then testing that dose in a larger group. About 80 participants will be …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Filamon LTD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New pill targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental oral drug called FMC-376 in people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colorectal, or pancreatic cancer) that have a specific genetic change called KRAS G12C. The trial has three parts: first, finding the safest dose; then, checking how well th…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Frontier Medicines Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Can surgical glue stop deadly leaks after pancreas removal?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a medical glue (Glubran 2) to the surgical connection in the pancreas can prevent a serious complication called pancreatic fistula, which is a leak of digestive fluids. About 100 adults undergoing pancreas removal for cancer will be randomly assign…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Minia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New targeted pill shows promise for Hard-to-Treat pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing a daily pill called JAB-21822 (Glecirasib) in 88 people with advanced pancreatic cancer or other solid tumors that have a specific KRAS G12C mutation. Participants must have already tried standard treatments without success. The main goal is to see i…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Allist Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Gene test could tailor chemo for pancreatic cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a genetic test (PurIST) can help doctors choose the best chemotherapy for people with pancreatic cancer that can be surgically removed. About 84 participants will have their tumor genes analyzed from a biopsy sample, then receive a chemo plan matched to t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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New gene therapy offers hope for advanced cancers
Disease control Expanded accessThis expanded access program provides DNG64-CAR-V, a gene therapy, to patients with advanced pancreatic cancer, sarcoma, or breast cancer who have exhausted standard treatments. The therapy is given intravenously or directly into tumors, alone or with other cancer drugs. Early st…
Sponsor: Aveni Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Could a drug combo tame deadly pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis large Phase 3 trial tests whether adding two immune-boosting drugs (ivonescimab and AK117) to standard chemotherapy helps people with metastatic pancreatic cancer live longer. About 999 participants will be randomly assigned to get the new drugs or a placebo, all with chemo.…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Akeso • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New drug duo targets tough pancreatic cancer in phase 2 trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining two drugs, AK130 and AK112, can help control advanced pancreatic cancer. About 160 adults whose cancer has worsened after up to two prior treatments will receive the combination or AK112 alone. The goal is to see if the treatment shrinks tumors …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Akeso • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Nanocell attack: new combo therapy takes on tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding specially designed nanocells (tiny particles that deliver a potent drug directly to cancer cells) to standard chemotherapy can help people with metastatic pancreatic cancer live longer. About 144 adults whose cancer has worsened despite prior treat…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Engeneic Pty Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Virus injection takes on tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early study tests a new treatment called hV01, a virus modified to attack cancer cells and boost the immune system. It is for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the virus can shrink tumors and control t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hangzhou Converd Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Electric fields plus chemo: new hope for tough pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing whether adding tumor treatment fields (TTF) — a device that delivers low-intensity electric fields to disrupt cancer cell division — to a three-drug chemotherapy regimen can safely control metastatic pancreatic cancer. About 40 adults with pancre…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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New iron injection shows promise in shrinking tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called CNSI-Fe(II), which is injected directly into tumors. It uses iron to trigger a type of cell death called ferroptosis, aiming to control advanced solid tumors like lung, pancreas, and colorectal cancers. The trial involves 54 adults whose current…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Sichuan Enray Pharmaceutical Sciences Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on pancreatic cancer in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new treatment called CAR-NK cells (CL-NK-003) in 9 people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has not responded to standard therapies. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers will also watch for signs that the treatmen…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Changhai Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New Antibody-Drug conjugate targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called MBRC-201 in people with advanced solid tumors (prostate, breast, colorectal, lung, or pancreatic cancer) that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is an antibody-drug conjugate, designed to deliver a cancer-killing agent directly …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: MBrace Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Immune cell therapy takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment called EBNK-001, made from donor immune cells (natural killer cells), in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard therapies. Participants receive the cells after chemotherapy to prepare the body, along with low-dose in…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Essen Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New hope for pancreatic cancer: targeted pill studied in nationwide telemedicine trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called pemigatinib in people with advanced or metastatic pancreatic cancer that has certain changes in the FGFR gene. The drug aims to block these abnormal genes and stop tumor growth. About 40 adults will take the pill at home and be monitored through tel…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sameek Roychowdhury • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New pill takes aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests an experimental drug called CP-383 in people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colon, or pancreatic cancer) that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is taken daily by mouth and works by blocking a process cancer cells need to grow. The study …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Tasca Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New vaccine combo aims to stop pancreatic cancer return after surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a personalized cancer vaccine (XH001) given after surgery for pancreatic cancer, followed by immunotherapy drugs (ipilimumab, sintilimab) and chemotherapy (gemcitabine + capecitabine). The goal is to see if this combination can prevent the cancer from coming back…
Sponsor: Wu Wenming • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New hope for tough pancreatic cancer: combo therapy with or without radiation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has spread and is no longer helped by first-line chemotherapy. It tests a mix of drugs (nal-IRI, 5-FU, leucovorin, benmelstobart, and anlotinib) with or without focused radiation (SBRT). The goal is to see if this comb…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Can a Plant-Based compound stop deadly clots in pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether Kinisoquin™, a supplement-like drug made from isoquercetin plus vitamins C and B3, can prevent dangerous blood clots in 480 people with advanced pancreatic cancer. Participants receive either Kinisoquin™ or a placebo alongside their first chemothe…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Quercis Pharma AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Experimental combo aims to overcome drug resistance in metastatic cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a combination of two chemotherapy drugs (melphalan and BCNU) plus vitamins B12b and C, followed by an infusion of the patient's own stem cells. The goal is to see if this approach is safe for people with metastatic pancreatic or breast cancer, es…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: General Oncology, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New drug targets hard-to-treat KRAS cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called WEF-001 in people with advanced solid tumors that have a KRAS mutation, including pancreatic, colorectal, and lung cancers. The goal is to check the drug's safety and how well it shrinks tumors. About 110 adults who have already tried standard t…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Auricula Biosciences Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Radiation and immunotherapy join forces against tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study is testing whether adding low-dose radiation and an immunotherapy drug called pucotenlimab to standard chemotherapy can help control advanced pancreatic cancer. Ten adults with pancreatic cancer who haven't had prior immunotherapy will receive the combinati…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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New cocktail of drugs shows promise for tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing a combination of five drugs (iparomlimab, tuvonralimab, chidamide, nab-paclitaxel, and gemcitabine) as a first treatment for people with metastatic pancreatic cancer. The study aims to see if this mix can shrink tumors and improve survival. It will e…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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New CAR-T therapy targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new treatment called PTC13, which uses specially engineered immune cells (CAR-T cells) to attack cancer cells that have a protein called CEA. The study includes 18 adults with advanced colorectal, stomach, pancreatic, or other solid tumors that have…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Weijia Fang, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New pill takes aim at Hard-to-Treat KRAS cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called JAB-23E73, taken as a pill, in people with advanced solid tumors that have a KRAS gene change. The goal is to see if it is safe, how the body processes it, and whether it can shrink tumors. About 334 participants will be enrolled acros…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Jacobio Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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New pill targets KRAS mutations in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called JAB-23E73, taken as a pill, in adults with advanced solid tumors that have a KRAS alteration. The trial has three parts: first finding a safe dose, then optimizing it, and finally checking if the drug shrinks tumors in certain cancers …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Jacobio Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Electric field therapy plus radiation: new hope for pancreas cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis clinical trial is testing whether adding a device that delivers low-intensity electric fields (Tumor Treating Fields) to targeted radiation therapy can slow tumor growth in people with locally advanced pancreas cancer. Participants will receive radiation for five days and us…
Sponsor: Baptist Health South Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New study tailors chemo and radiation for pancreatic cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests an adaptive treatment plan for people with localized pancreatic cancer. Doctors adjust chemotherapy and radiation based on how the tumor responds, aiming to get more patients to successful surgery. The study enrolls 125 adults with resectable or borderlin…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on Hard-to-Treat pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new treatment called IX001 TCR-T for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has a specific genetic change (KRAS G12V). The treatment uses the patient's own immune cells, which are modified in a lab to better recognize and attack the cancer. The…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New hope for pancreatic cancer: precision drug cocktails under study
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests new drug combinations (ADC drugs alone or with other therapies) in 160 people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has spread or cannot be removed. The goal is to find safe doses and see if tumors shrink. Participants must be 18-75, in good overall health, and ha…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on Hard-to-Treat pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a personalized cell therapy for advanced pancreatic cancer. Patients receive their own immune cells that have been engineered to recognize and attack cancer cells with a specific mutation (KRAS G12V). The study enrolls 30 people whose tumors carry this mutation a…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Changhai Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New combo therapy targets hard-to-treat GI cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests whether combining two drugs (sacituzumab govitecan and capecitabine) is safe for people with advanced gastrointestinal cancers that have stopped responding to standard treatments. About 20 adults with stomach, colorectal, or pancreatic cancer will tak…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Henry Ford Health System • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Can donor immune cells help fight pancreatic cancer after surgery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding donor natural killer (NK) cells to standard chemotherapy can help prevent cancer from coming back after surgery for pancreatic or bile duct cancer. About 42 adults who had their tumor removed will receive either chemotherapy alone or chemotherapy p…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Medigen Biotechnology Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Gene test may cut chemo harm in pancreatic and colon cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using a person's genetic information to guide chemotherapy dosing can lower the risk of severe side effects. About 178 adults with colorectal or pancreatic cancer will be randomly assigned to either standard dosing or dosing based on their UGT1A1 gene typ…
Sponsor: Reema A. Patel • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Electric field device takes on pancreatic cancer in new trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a wearable device that creates electric fields (TTFields) combined with chemotherapy for people with metastatic pancreatic cancer. The device is worn at home for at least 18 hours a day and aims to disrupt cancer cell division. The trial will check if the combina…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Clinica Universidad de Navarra, Universidad de Navarra • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New pill shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called VMD-928, taken as a pill, either alone or with another cancer drug (pembrolizumab). It is for adults with advanced solid tumors or lymphoma that have not responded to or are no longer controlled by available treatments. The goal is to …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: VM Oncology, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New hope for pancreatic cancer: four-drug combo tested in phase 2 trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (adebrelimab and chidamide) plus two chemotherapy drugs (gemcitabine and S1) as a first treatment for people with advanced or metastatic pancreatic cancer. The goal is to see if this mix can slow tumor growth and extend su…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Liu Xiufeng • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Pulsed proton beams aim to tame tough pancreatic tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial tests a new radiation technique called PULSAR, which delivers short, powerful proton beam pulses every few weeks, adapted to tumor changes. It is for people with locally advanced or limited metastatic pancreatic cancer who have already had some chemotherapy. T…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Glue injection could seal pancreas after cancer surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether injecting a medical glue (N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate) into the pancreas during surgery can prevent dangerous leaks. About 90 patients with pancreatic or nearby cancers will receive either standard surgery or surgery plus the glue injection. The goal is to se…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Minia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New surgery aims to stop pancreatic cancer from coming back
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a more thorough surgery technique for pancreatic head cancer. The goal is to remove more tissue around the tumor to lower the chance of cancer returning. 90 adults with resectable cancer will be followed for 2 years to see if this approach improves survival and r…
Sponsor: Minia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Could a breast cancer drug combo treat rare tumors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests two drugs, trastuzumab and pertuzumab, already approved for breast cancer, in people with rare cancers that have a specific genetic change called HER2 amplification or mutation. About 30 adults and children with various rare or hard-to-treat cancers will receive …
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Cancer Research UK • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New vaccine combo aims to boost immune attack on pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two different cancer vaccines (GVAX and a KRAS peptide vaccine) given with two immunotherapy drugs (balstilimab and AGEN2373) in people with pancreatic cancer that can be surgically removed. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination helps the…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New radiation beam offers hope for frail pancreatic cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a special type of radiation called carbon ion radiotherapy in 33 frail patients with pancreatic cancer who cannot have surgery or standard chemotherapy. The goal is to see if this treatment can help them live longer and control the tumor with fewer side effects. …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Zapping pancreatic tumors with heat: a new hope?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests whether adding a heat-based treatment (radiofrequency ablation) to chemotherapy is safe for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that hasn't spread to other organs. About 15 participants will receive the procedure through an endoscope guided by ultr…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Radioactive injection targets Hard-to-Treat pancreatic tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a radioactive drug called 177Lu-CTR-FAPI in 4 people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The drug is given intravenously every 6 weeks for up to 4 doses. Researchers are checking for safety, how much rad…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Yan Xing • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New mRNA vaccine trial hopes to stop pancreatic cancer return
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a personalized mRNA vaccine (XP-004) combined with a PD-1 inhibitor in 20 patients who cannot tolerate chemotherapy after pancreatic cancer surgery. The goal is to see if the treatment is safe and can train the immune system to fight remaining cancer …
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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MRI-Guided radiation aims to hit tumors harder, spare healthy tissue
Disease control Recruiting nowThis master trial is testing a new radiation technique called SMART, which uses MRI to guide and adapt radiation beams in real time. The goal is to deliver high doses precisely to tumors while protecting nearby organs. The study enrolls adults with various cancers (pancreas, lung…
Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Zapping tumors with electricity: a new hope for pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a procedure called irreversible electroporation (IRE), which uses electric pulses to destroy tumor cells, combined with standard chemotherapy drugs (gemcitabine or FOLFIRINOX). The study includes 20 adults with stage III pancreatic cancer that hasn't …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Louisville • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New drug option opens for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Expanded accessThis program provides early access to an experimental drug called AVM0703 for people with various solid tumors and blood cancers, including hard-to-treat types like glioblastoma and metastatic breast cancer. It is available to patients in the US whose doctor requests it. So far, …
Sponsor: AVM Biotechnology Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study is testing a new treatment called CEA-targeted CAR-T cells for people with advanced solid tumors like lung, stomach, colon, rectal, esophageal, or pancreatic cancer that have not responded to standard therapies. The treatment uses a patient's own immune cel…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Chongqing Precision Biotech Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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New combo before surgery may boost pancreatic cancer outcomes
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving chemotherapy and radiation before surgery can help surgeons remove all of the pancreatic cancer. About 30 adults with resectable pancreatic cancer will receive the drugs gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel plus targeted radiation, then surgery, then mor…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Loma Linda University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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New hope for pancreatic cancer: targeted drug combo enters final trial phase
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial is testing whether adding an experimental drug called QLS31905 to standard chemotherapy helps people with advanced pancreatic cancer live longer. The study includes 602 adults whose tumors have a specific marker (CLDN18.2). Participants are randomly assigned to…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Qilu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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New triple therapy takes on pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial is testing whether adding an experimental immunotherapy (TQB2868) and a targeted drug (anlotinib) to standard chemotherapy can help people with pancreatic cancer that has spread. The study will enroll 80 adults who have not had prior treatment. Researchers will…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group Nanjing Shunxin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:59 UTC
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Surgical glue may seal pancreas after cancer surgery, cutting dangerous leaks
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding a surgical glue called N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate to standard pancreatic surgery can prevent postoperative pancreatic fistula—a common and serious leak of digestive fluids. About 194 patients with soft pancreas tissue undergoing tumor removal …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Minia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:42 UTC
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New proton beam combo aims to shrink pancreatic tumors for surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether a higher dose of proton radiation combined with the oral chemotherapy drug capecitabine can help people with unresectable pancreatic cancer live longer and possibly become candidates for surgery. The study enrolls 60 patients whose tumors cannot b…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Proton Collaborative Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:24 UTC
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Could a simple nutritional drink boost recovery in pancreatic cancer patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special nutritional formula (Peptamen 1.6) helps malnourished pancreatic cancer patients recover better after a major surgery called pancreaticoduodenectomy. Twenty adults who are malnourished or at risk will receive two different nutritional drinks in …
Sponsor: Fundación Pública Andaluza para la Investigación de Málaga en Biomedicina y Salud • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:51 UTC
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Breath of life: new test could sniff out gut cancers before they spread
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a simple breath test to help detect gastrointestinal cancers—including cancers of the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, and bowel—at an earlier stage. The test measures tiny molecules in exhaled breath that may be linked to these cancers. Participants pro…
Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New blood test could spot 10 cancers before symptoms start
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a new blood test can screen for many types of cancer at once. Researchers will enroll 24,000 adults aged 45-75 who do not have cancer. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two blood test groups or a control group. The goal is to see how w…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a routine blood clot test predict Cancer's next move?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study explores whether a common blood test that measures how well blood clots (called TEG) can also act as a biomarker for cancer. Researchers will compare TEG results from patients with several types of cancer (liver, pancreas, bile duct, esophagus, colorectal, and lung) ag…
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nanomechanical biopsy could revolutionize pancreatic cancer care
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new technology called NEO-Match® that measures the stiffness of pancreatic tissue from a biopsy sample. Researchers want to see if this test can predict how well a patient will respond to cancer treatment and help diagnose pancreatic cancer more accurately. Abo…
Sponsor: ARTIDIS AG • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new PET tracer light up hidden cancers?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial is testing whether a new radioactive tracer, called 68Ga-SorB, can help doctors see certain solid tumors on PET/CT scans. The tracer targets sortilin, a protein that is often found on cancer cells. About 50 adults with melanoma, liver, lung, breast, pancreatic, or ovar…
Sponsor: Peking University Third Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scan could spot pancreatic cancer more clearly
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a special PET scan that uses a radioactive tracer called 68Ga-FAPI-46 to highlight pancreatic cancer cells. The goal is to see if this scan can find tumors more accurately than current methods. About 130 adults with early-stage pancreatic cancer will get the scan…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a radioactive tracer light up hidden tumors? a new trial aims to find out
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis Phase I trial is testing an experimental imaging drug, 203Pb-RMX-VH-PIB, to see how it spreads through the body and how much radiation reaches different organs. The study includes adults with glioblastoma (a type of brain cancer) or pancreatic cancer. Participants receive a …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Radiomedix, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New blood test aims to spot pancreatic cancer before It's too late
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new blood test called PANXEON that looks for tiny genetic particles (miRNAs) to detect pancreatic cancer early. Researchers will collect blood samples from 2,000 people—some with pancreatic cancer and some without—to see how accurate the test is. If it wor…
Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New imaging compound targets Hard-to-Spot cancers
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a radioactive compound called IR199 in people with gastric or pancreatic cancer that has a specific marker, Claudin 18.2. The goal is to see how the compound spreads through the body and how much radiation reaches tumors and healthy organs. Ten participants recei…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple blood test catch pancreatic cancer before It's too late?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new blood test that looks at tiny particles called exosomes and their microRNA content, analyzed by machine learning, to detect pancreatic cancer early. It involves 600 people at high risk due to family history or pancreatic cysts. The goal is to see if th…
Sponsor: Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple breath test catch pancreatic cancer sooner?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a non-invasive breath test to detect pancreatic cancer earlier. Researchers will collect breath samples from over 6,000 people who have been referred for possible pancreatic cancer. The goal is to see if the test can accurately identify the small number of p…
Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New MRI aims to catch pancreatic cancer early in High-Risk patients
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a dedicated MRI scan of the pancreas (MRP) to see if it can detect pancreatic cancer earlier in people at high risk. About 79 participants with a strong family history or certain genetic mutations will get both the new MRI and an endoscopic ultrasound. The goal i…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple blood test could spot pancreatic cancer before symptoms start
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new blood test called Enzeavour that looks for tiny signs of pancreatic cancer in healthy people. About 10,000 adults in Japan getting routine checkups will give a blood sample. If the test shows a high score, they will get further imaging to check for can…
Sponsor: Cosomil, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cyst fluid clues could sniff out pancreatic cancer sooner
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study looks for early signs of pancreatic cancer in fluid from pancreatic cysts. Researchers will measure specific molecules in the fluid to see if they can accurately tell which cysts are cancerous. The goal is to develop a less invasive test than current methods, helping c…
Sponsor: Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Blood test could spot cancer return months before scans
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a blood test that looks for tiny bits of cancer DNA (ctDNA) in people with esophageal, gastric, or pancreatic cancer. The goal is to see if it can find signs of cancer coming back or getting worse earlier than current methods. About 34 participants will give…
Sponsor: Masaryk Memorial Cancer Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Scientists hunt for pancreatic cancer signs in waste fluid
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study looks for new ways to diagnose pancreatic cancer, a disease that is often caught too late. Researchers will analyze fluid that is normally thrown away after a standard biopsy procedure. They hope to find proteins or other molecules that could lead to a simple blood tes…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New blood test could spot hidden cancer cells that spread
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study compares two blood test methods for detecting circulating tumor cells (CTCs) that express a protein called Axl, which is linked to more aggressive cancer. The new technique, called EPIDROP, is being tested against the standard CellSearch method in patients with metasta…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New scan could spot hidden cancers in the belly
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new PET/CT scan using a radioactive tracer called GEH300079 to detect peritoneal carcinomatosis—cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen—in people with colorectal, stomach, ovarian, or pancreatic cancer. About 175 adults with known or suspected sprea…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: GE Healthcare • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New eye on pancreatic cancer: Ultra-High resolution OCT could catch tumors at micrometer scale
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a high-powered imaging technique called ultra-high resolution optical coherence tomography (OCT) can detect tiny, early-stage pancreatic cancers in tissue samples removed during surgery. Researchers will compare OCT images with standard lab analysis and a…
Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New scan could spot hidden cancers faster and more accurately
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new type of PET/CT scan (using [68Ga]Ga-FAPI-46) to see if it can find and stage gastroesophageal and pancreatic cancers better than current scans. About 90 adults with these cancers will get the new scan before surgery or treatment, and some will have a second…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Barbara Malene Fischer • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Blood test hunt for silent killer: 5,000 High-Risk volunteers sought
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to see if adding simple blood tests and symptom reviews to standard screening can catch pancreatic cancer earlier in people with a high genetic risk. Researchers will enroll 5,000 participants who have certain gene mutations linked to pancreatic cancer. The goal i…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New diagnostic tool aims to end pancreatitis misdiagnosis
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new scoring system called OC26 to help doctors more accurately diagnose autoimmune pancreatitis, a condition where the immune system attacks the pancreas. Researchers will review medical data from 82 adults suspected of having the disease. If the OC26 crit…
Sponsor: Military Medical Clinical Center of the Southern Region, Ukraine • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Radioactive tracer could spot hidden cancers in ovarian, lung, and pancreatic tumors
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new radioactive imaging agent that targets a protein called MSLN, found on some cancer cells. Researchers will use PET scans to see if this agent can better detect and stage ovarian cancer, lung adenocarcinoma, and pancreatic cancer in 100 patients and healthy …
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New scan agent could spot pancreatic cancer more clearly
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis early-stage study is testing a new contrast agent called 68Ga-NODAGA-SNA014, which targets a protein (CLDN18.2) found on some pancreatic cancer cells. The agent is used with PET/CT scans to see if it can safely and accurately highlight tumors. The study involves 12 adults wi…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: SmartNuclide Biopharma • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Simple breath test could spot pancreatic cancer sooner
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to develop a non-invasive breath test to detect pancreatic cancer earlier. Pancreatic cancer is often diagnosed late because early symptoms are vague. The test measures tiny molecules in breath that may signal cancer. Researchers will collect breath and urine samp…
Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New PET scan agent aims to sharply detect multiple cancers
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new imaging agent called 18F-T2, which is designed to highlight tumors that produce a protein called CAIX. About 200 adults with various cancers (like kidney, lung, or breast cancer) will receive an injection of 18F-T2 and then undergo a PET/CT scan. The g…
Sponsor: Peking University First Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Blood test software could spot pancreatic cancer early in High-Risk groups
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a software called Lipidica that analyzes fats in the blood to help screen for pancreatic cancer. Researchers will compare results from people with pancreatic cancer to those at high risk (due to family history or genetic factors) to see if the software can t…
Sponsor: Lipidica, a.s. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New PET scan agent aims to spot cancers more precisely
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new radioactive imaging agent that targets a protein called LRRC15, found on many cancer cells. Researchers will use PET scans to see if this agent can better detect and stage cancers like pancreatic, breast, lung, and others. The trial includes 26 healthy…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Could an MRI before surgery save pancreatic cancer patients from unnecessary knife?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether adding an MRI scan to the usual CT scan helps doctors make better decisions about surgery for pancreatic cancer. About 200 patients who are initially thought to be candidates for surgery will be randomly assigned to get either a standard CT alone or …
Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New study uses MRI to catch pancreatic cancer early in High-Risk families
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is screening 200 people with a strong family history or genetic mutations linked to pancreatic cancer. Participants get an annual MRI/MRCP scan to look for early-stage cancer or pre-cancerous growths. They also donate blood samples to help develop a future blood test f…
Sponsor: Nuvance Health • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Blood test could detect hidden pancreatic tumors
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new blood test that looks at fragments of DNA to find pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors early and tell them apart from other pancreatic tumors. Researchers will collect blood from 1,000 adults with different types of pancreatic tumors to see how accurate th…
Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Loyalty cards could spot cancer months earlier
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether the things people buy at stores—like pain relievers or digestive aids—could be early warning signs of cancer. Researchers will compare the shopping habits of 2900 people, some diagnosed with cancer and some not, to see if certain purchases happen more …
Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Simple blood test could spot hidden pancreatic cancer in new diabetes patients
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new blood test called Avantect to see if it can find pancreatic cancer early in people who were diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in the last 6 months. About 15,000 adults aged 50-84 will give blood samples and fill out anxiety questionnaires over a year. The…
Sponsor: University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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AI reads CT scans to spot pancreatic cancer faster
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests an artificial intelligence (AI) system that analyzes contrast-enhanced CT scans to help diagnose and manage pancreatic diseases. The AI will classify patients into three groups: needing immediate treatment, close monitoring, or routine follow-up. Researchers will…
Sponsor: Changhai Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New gadget aims to sharpen MRI readings for pancreatic cancer
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a small, portable device called P4 that sits inside an MRI scanner to improve the accuracy of scans for pancreatic cancer. Researchers want to see if it can reduce errors when measuring blood flow in tumors, which helps doctors know if treatment is working. The t…
Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New PET scan could spot radiation injury early
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a special PET probe called [68Ga]CBP8 to see if it can detect tissue damage caused by radiation therapy in people with lung or pancreatic cancer. About 72 participants will get a PET scan before and 3-6 months after radiation. The goal is to find early signs of r…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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New cancer diagnostic tool could change how doctors choose treatments
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new platform that uses advanced testing to get a complete picture of a person's tumor. The goal is to see if this detailed information can help doctors choose better treatments for patients with high-risk cancers like leukemia, multiple myeloma, and pancre…
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Parma • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Simple blood test could spot three cancers before symptoms appear
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new way to detect cancer by looking at certain enzymes in the blood. Researchers will collect blood samples from 220 people—120 with breast, lung, or pancreatic cancer and 100 without cancer. They want to see if the enzyme levels are different between the …
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Poitiers University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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AI could spot pancreatic tumors faster and more accurately
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a computer program called iEUS-SPL that helps doctors identify different types of solid growths in the pancreas during an endoscopic ultrasound. About 383 adults with suspected pancreatic lumps will take part. The goal is to see if the AI can correctly tell …
Sponsor: Qilu Hospital of Shandong University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Simple blood test could spot 20 cancers before symptoms start
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a blood test that looks for DNA signals from 20 different cancers, including lung, breast, and colon cancer. Researchers will see if the test can find cancer early, detect any cancer left after treatment, and catch a relapse before it shows up on scans. The …
Sponsor: Adela, Inc • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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New scan could reveal hidden pancreatic cancer
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new type of PET scan that uses a special tracer to light up a protein called FAP, found on pancreatic tumor tissue. The goal is to see if this scan can detect cancer spread that standard CT scans miss. Researchers will compare the new scan with CT in 60 adults …
Sponsor: Tata Memorial Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Glow-in-the-Dark dye could help surgeons find hidden cancers
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a special dye and imaging system to help surgeons see colorectal, pancreatic, esophageal, and stomach cancers during surgery. About 66 adults scheduled for cancer surgery will receive the dye, and the imaging system will check if it lights up cancer tissue. The g…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Lumicell, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New PET scan technique could sharpen cancer detection in the gut
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new type of PET scan that uses special probes to highlight digestive system cancers, such as stomach, liver, colon, and pancreatic cancers. Researchers will enroll 400 adults to see how well this imaging method finds tumors and tracks their response to tre…
Sponsor: RenJi Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Radioactive probes could light up pancreatic tumors for smarter treatment
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests three new radioactive imaging probes that attach to proteins found on pancreatic cancer cells. By using PET/CT scans, doctors hope to see where the cancer has spread and predict which patients might respond to targeted drugs. The trial will enroll 90 adults with …
Sponsor: RenJi Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Could a simple scan reveal which cancers are hiding a dangerous protein?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new PET imaging probe that targets a protein called CLDN18.2, found in some stomach, pancreatic, bile duct, and esophageal cancers. Researchers will scan 56 people (patients and healthy volunteers) to see if the scan can accurately detect tumors and guide treat…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Pancreas cancer screening trial enrolls 9,000 High-Risk individuals
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 study is testing whether markers in pancreatic fluid and blood can detect early pancreas cancer in people with high genetic risk. Participants receive a secretin injection to collect fluid during an endoscopy. The goal is to improve early detection in those with here…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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App aims to cut cancer risk by cleaning up your diet
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a smartphone app, combined with nutrition education, can help people at high risk for cancer eat healthier and reduce their cancer risk. About 170 participants will either get the app or standard advice, and researchers will measure changes in diet qualit…
Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Can a simple injection before surgery stop dangerous pancreatic leaks?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests if giving the drug lanreotide before pancreatic surgery can prevent a common complication called a pancreatic fistula, which is a leak of digestive fluids. About 274 people with pancreatic cancer or precancerous lesions will be randomly assigned to receive either…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: SWOG Cancer Research Network • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Prepping for surgery: could exercise and diet before the knife cut complications?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a prehabilitation program—including physical therapy, dietary advice, and emotional support—given before major cancer surgery can reduce deaths and serious complications within 30 days after the operation. About 180 adults with cancers of the pancreas,…
Sponsor: Fox Chase Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 20:00 UTC
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Smartwatch workouts aim to beat Post-Chemo fatigue
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a personalized exercise program, tracked by a smartwatch, can help reduce fatigue in people who have finished chemotherapy for certain cancers (breast, colorectal, ovarian, pancreatic, or gastric). About 98 participants will be randomly assigned to either…
Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Home prehab: could exercise and diet before pancreatic cancer surgery improve recovery?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a remote exercise and nutrition program is practical and acceptable for people with pancreatic cancer who are waiting for surgery. Participants will use a Fitbit, get nutrition advice, and do resistance training at home. The goal is to see if this 'prehab…
Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can acupuncture soothe Chemotherapy's lingering nerve pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis phase II trial tests whether a standardized acupuncture protocol can reduce peripheral neuropathy, a common and often lasting side effect of oxaliplatin chemotherapy. Participants are adults with gastrointestinal solid tumors who stopped oxaliplatin-based treatment and still…
Sponsor: GERCOR - Multidisciplinary Oncology Cooperative Group • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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App-based symptom tracking may cut hospital visits for advanced cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests a supportive web-based app for people with advanced pancreatic, biliary tract, or non-small cell lung cancer who are about to start their first line of chemotherapy. Each week, participants answer questions about their symptoms using the app. If their answers sug…
Sponsor: Inna Chen, MD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New radiation method may boost immune attack on tumors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares a new radiation technique called lattice radiation therapy (LRT) to standard stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) for people with solid tumors that have spread to soft tissues. The goal is to see if LRT shrinks tumors better and helps the immune system f…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New online program aims to ease stress for pancreatic cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new web-based program designed to help people with pancreatic cancer manage stress and symptoms. Sixty participants will complete weekly one-hour online sessions for ten weeks, learning relaxation, coping, and communication skills. The goal is to see if th…
Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to fight deadly wasting in pancreatic cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called ponsegromab combined with standard chemotherapy to see if it helps adults with advanced pancreatic cancer who are losing weight and appetite (cachexia). About 982 participants will receive either ponsegromab or a placebo alongside their first chemot…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Home workouts via video calls could ease cancer side effects
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether cancer patients can complete a supervised exercise program from home using video calls. The program includes resistance training with dumbbells and aerobic exercise. Researchers want to see if this approach is practical and helps patients maintain functio…
Sponsor: Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shortcut for cancer pain relief: no simulation needed
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether a new, faster radiation planning method can safely ease severe abdominal pain caused by advanced cancer. Instead of a separate planning session, doctors use existing scans to create a treatment plan on the spot. Only 5 people will take part, and the…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer care at home: a Game-Changer for patients?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares giving cancer treatment at home versus in a clinic for 27 adults with various cancers in the Florida Panhandle. The goal is to see if home treatment is preferred and improves satisfaction, while also checking safety. Participants will receive their usual cance…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shortcut for pain relief: skipping the scan to speed up radiation
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a quicker method of giving radiation therapy to ease severe abdominal pain caused by pancreatic cancer. Normally, preparing for this treatment takes a week or more because a special planning CT scan is needed. Here, doctors will use the patient's existing diagnos…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could an ALS drug clear the fog of chemo brain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether riluzole, a drug already used for ALS, can help cancer survivors who struggle with memory, focus, and mental clarity after treatment — a condition called cancer-related cognitive impairment. Researchers will measure changes in a brain protein called BDNF …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of California, Irvine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a tailored web portal help pancreatic cancer patients exercise and eat better during chemotherapy?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests a web-based program called COMPASS that provides personalized exercise and nutrition advice, along with text messages, activity trackers, and coaching, for people with stage I-III pancreatic cancer receiving chemotherapy before surgery. The goal is to see if the …
Sponsor: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New antibody aims to reverse cancer wasting
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called JMT203 in people with lung, pancreatic, or colorectal cancer who are experiencing cachexia (severe weight loss and muscle wasting). The drug is an antibody that targets a protein linked to appetite loss. The trial will enroll about 307 participa…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Shanghai JMT-Bio Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can a health coach ease the burden of pancreatic cancer?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a community health worker can help people newly diagnosed with pancreatic cancer feel better and manage their symptoms. The health worker meets with patients and their caregivers to address physical, emotional, and practical concerns, and helps coordinate…
Sponsor: Loma Linda University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can a psoriasis drug tame Immunotherapy's harsh side effects?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether brodalumab, a drug used for autoimmune conditions like psoriasis, can safely reduce immune-related side effects caused by cancer immunotherapy. About 11 adults with advanced solid tumors who developed these side effects will receive brodalumab injec…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Brian Henick, MD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New trial aims to cut opioid use in pancreatic cancer with early nerve block
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving a nerve block early, rather than waiting, can better control pain in people with inoperable pancreatic cancer. The procedure uses an endoscope to inject numbing medication near nerves that carry pain signals. Researchers will compare pain scores an…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Which cancer care model boosts quality of life? large trial seeks answers
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two approaches to supportive cancer care for nearly 3,000 adults with cancer. One group gets information through email or their health record, while the other works one-on-one with a lay health worker over 12 months. The goal is to see which model better impro…
Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Could skipping a common painkiller improve cancer pain treatment?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at a procedure called EUS-guided celiac plexus neurolysis (EUS-CPN) to help manage pain from pancreatic cancer. Doctors usually inject a numbing drug (bupivacaine) before alcohol to prevent pain, but it's unclear if it helps or might even reduce the procedure's e…
Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can a Pre-Surgery boost help pancreatic cancer patients recover faster?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study is testing whether a structured program of exercise, nutrition counseling, and support—called prehabilitation—can help adults with pancreatic cancer get stronger before surgery. Twenty participants will follow the program while receiving chemotherapy before their…
Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Worcester • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New study seeks best way to block cancer pain without drugs
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two minimally invasive nerve block techniques to relieve severe upper abdominal cancer pain that hasn't responded to standard treatments. About 56 adults with stomach, pancreatic, or liver cancer will receive either a transdiscal or paravertebral approach. The…
Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Magic mushroom therapy targets Cancer-Related anxiety in new trial
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single dose of NPX-5 (a psilocybin drug) combined with talk therapy can reduce severe anxiety in people who have trouble adjusting to a cancer diagnosis. About 87 adults aged 18–80 with moderate-to-severe anxiety will receive one of three doses (25 mg, …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Psyence Australia Pty Ltd • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Virtual reality goggles could be new tool against cancer pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) can reduce severe belly pain and improve quality of life in people with digestive tract cancers. 360 participants will be split into three groups: one using a skills-based VR program, one using distracting VR videos, and a contr…
Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Home workouts and protein shakes may help pancreatic cancer patients fight muscle loss
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a home-based resistance exercise program combined with protein supplements can help people with pancreatic cancer maintain muscle mass while on chemotherapy. About 45 participants will be assigned to one of three groups: exercise plus protein, exercise…
Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Can emotional support help pancreatic cancer patients through chemo?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding psychosocial (emotional) support to standard prehabilitation helps patients with localized pancreatic cancer during neoadjuvant therapy (chemotherapy/radiation before surgery). Sixty adults will receive nutritional advice, physical therapy, and psy…
Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New pain block could replace epidurals in pancreatic surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a rectus sheath block using long-acting liposomal bupivacaine can control pain as well as the standard thoracic epidural after pancreatic surgery. About 78 adults undergoing open pancreaticoduodenectomy will be randomly assigned to one of the two methods.…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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30,000 volunteers sought to catch pancreatic cancer early
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find pancreatic cancer earlier in people who are at higher-than-average risk due to family history or genetic mutations. Researchers will collect blood samples and health data from 30,000 participants over time to build a biobank. The goal is to improve early d…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 20:00 UTC
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Can a new radiation machine cut breath holds for cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowResearchers are studying whether a next-generation radiation delivery system can run a complete treatment workflow while patients hold their breath. The trial enrolls about 20 adults with tumors in the chest or upper abdomen who are already scheduled for stereotactic body radiati…
Sponsor: Varian, a Siemens Healthineers Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a scan predict pancreatic cancer? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is for people with pancreatic cysts or other pancreas issues. Researchers will collect blood, tissue, and scan data from over 1,100 participants to create a large database. The goal is to develop noninvasive tools that predict which cysts may become cancerous, helping …
Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New app aims to bridge clinical trial gap for black pancreatic cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is developing and testing a mobile app designed to help Black people with pancreatic cancer learn about and discuss clinical trials with their doctors. The goal is to increase their participation in these trials, which is currently much lower than for White patients. R…
Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to close gaps in cancer care for black patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is for Black adults newly diagnosed with gastrointestinal cancer. It focuses on ensuring patients receive proper biomarker testing and evidence-based care, helping them find and join clinical trials if they choose, and providing easy-to-understand information about the…
Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pancreas surgery breakthrough: could skipping drains be safer?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether it is safe to skip placing a drain in the belly after surgery to remove part of the pancreas. About 234 adults having this surgery will be randomly assigned to get a drain or not. The goal is to see if not using a drain leads to fewer serious problems …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pancreatic cancer gene study aims to personalize care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at genetic changes in metastatic pancreatic cancer to see if they can help guide treatment choices. Researchers will take tumor biopsies and blood samples from 190 patients starting chemotherapy. The main goal is to see if genetic test results can be returned wit…
Sponsor: British Columbia Cancer Agency • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple sample predict cancer? new study tracks kids with pancreatitis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study gathers blood, saliva, urine, and stool from up to 1,600 children with recurrent or chronic pancreatitis. Researchers look for genetic markers that might increase the risk of pancreatic cancer later in life. No treatment is given—the goal is simply to learn more about …
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tests geriatric support for seniors with gut cancers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding a geriatrician (a doctor who specializes in care for older adults) to cancer treatment can improve outcomes for people aged 70 and older with gastrointestinal cancers like stomach, colon, or pancreatic cancer. Researchers will test if an online …
Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists gather tumor samples to unlock new cancer treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects tissue samples from people with solid tumors who are already scheduled for surgery or biopsy at the NIH Clinical Center. Researchers will use the samples to study the biology of cancer and identify new targets for therapy. Up to 1,800 adults and children (age …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a vast image library unlock better pancreatic diagnoses?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowResearchers at IRCCS San Raffaele are creating a registry of images and videos from endoscopic ultrasound procedures performed to investigate pancreatic diseases. The study will gather data from about 12,000 patients with conditions like pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer, and neuro…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can protein patterns in stored tumors point to new treatment targets?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study in Vietnam looks at archived tumor samples from patients with several solid cancers, including liver, colorectal, gastric, breast, lung, endometrial, melanoma, and pancreatic cancer. Researchers will measure the presence of two proteins, ENPP1/cGAS and FA…
Sponsor: Tam Anh Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can smarter monitoring of pancreatic cysts prevent cancer?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares two ways of monitoring pancreatic cysts—more frequent versus less frequent scans—and looks for biomarkers in the blood that might help predict cancer risk. About 770 adults aged 50 to 75 with at least one cyst will take part. The goal is to find out which moni…
Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pancreatic cancer drugs put to the test in early trial
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early phase trial is testing several targeted drugs in people with pancreatic cancer to see how they affect tumor biology. Researchers will compare tumor samples taken before and after treatment to understand which drugs might work best. The goal is not to treat the cancer d…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can 8,000 patient records unlock pancreatic Cancer's hidden patterns?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study follows 8,000 people with pancreatic cancer to map their real-world diagnostic and treatment journeys. Researchers will track overall survival and look for factors that influence treatment decisions and outcomes, including patient-reported experiences. Th…
Sponsor: Inna Chen, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study gathers key materials to create personalized cell therapies for tough cancers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study collects tumor tissue and blood cells from 200 people with advanced solid tumors like colorectal, lung, and pancreatic cancers. The goal is to understand how often tumors lose a specific marker (HLA) and to store participants' own T cells for potential fu…
Sponsor: A2 Biotherapeutics Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pancreas removal study to uncover diabetes danger
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will follow about 579 adults who need surgery to remove part or all of their pancreas but do not have diabetes before the operation. Researchers want to see how often new diabetes develops after surgery and whether the amount of pancreas removed changes that risk. The …
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pancreatic cancer registry launches to map Real-World treatment outcomes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis registry is collecting information from 1,500 people with advanced pancreatic cancer in Austria to see how different chemotherapy treatments work in everyday practice. Researchers will track which treatments are used, how well they work, and what side effects occur. The goal…
Sponsor: Medical University of Graz • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Researchers launch major tissue bank to unlock secrets of mesothelioma
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to collect blood, urine, tumor samples, and health data from up to 1,000 people with malignant mesothelioma or other cancers that express a protein called mesothelin. Participants will be followed over time to track the course of their disease. The goal is to buil…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could blood from a cancer's own vein reveal more tumor DNA?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study compares two ways of collecting blood to detect circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) in people with liver or pancreatic cancers. Researchers will take blood from a standard arm vein and also from the vein that drains directly from the tumor during a biopsy. The goal is …
Sponsor: University of California, Irvine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dye test may predict dangerous pancreatic leaks after surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a dye called indocyanine green can help predict pancreatic leaks after pancreas surgery. Participants will receive the dye during surgery, and doctors will measure how well the pancreas tissue is getting blood flow. The goal is to see if this dye can iden…
Sponsor: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict and treat cancer wasting better? a new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking at why some people with advanced cancer lose weight and muscle, a condition called cachexia. Researchers will follow 800 patients with advanced lung, pancreatic, or colorectal cancer to see if there are distinct subtypes of cachexia based on symptoms, biomar…
Sponsor: Kaiser Permanente • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists track Cancer's inner workings during radiation treatment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is for people with cervical or pancreatic cancer who are scheduled to receive chemoradiotherapy. Researchers will collect tumor samples, blood, and imaging data before, during, and after treatment to see how the tumor environment changes over time. The goal is to learn…
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New blood test could spot pancreatic cancer sooner
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a simple, minimally invasive test to find pancreatic cancer at an early stage and track how well treatment is working. Researchers will study 700 people with pancreatic cancer, pancreatitis, or pancreatic cysts. The goal is to identify biological markers…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a family registry crack the code of inherited pancreatic cancer?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a large registry that collects health and genetic information from people with a personal or family history of pancreatic tumors. The goal is to find the genes and other factors that cause pancreatic cancer to run in some families. By studying thousands of participa…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diabetes drug exenatide under scrutiny for cancer link
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is checking if the diabetes medicine exenatide (Byetta, Bydureon) increases the risk of pancreatic cancer. Researchers will look at health records from 24,000 patients across seven European countries, comparing those who started exenatide with those who started other d…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic clues to stop wasting in pancreatic cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking for genetic differences that may explain why many people with pancreatic cancer develop severe muscle wasting (cachexia). Researchers will collect blood samples from 100 patients to analyze their DNA. The goal is to find markers that could lead to earlier de…
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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20,000 volunteers join quest to detect pancreatic cancer sooner
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is tracking 20,000 people who have a family history of pancreatic cancer or carry genes that raise their risk. Researchers hope to find better ways to detect the disease early, when it's more treatable. Participants will be followed over time to see who develops pancre…
Sponsor: Arbor Research Collaborative for Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to break language and cultural barriers in cancer genetic testing
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create and improve educational materials about genetic testing for cancer patients from diverse backgrounds. Researchers will interview 445 people with breast, ovarian, pancreatic, prostate, or colorectal cancer who speak English, Spanish, or Haitian Creole. Th…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a CT scan predict your cancer treatment success?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether CT scans can help doctors predict how well chemotherapy will work for people with pancreatic or liver cancer. About 259 adults with these cancers will get CT scans before and during treatment. The goal is to see if changes in the scan can tell if the t…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tailored nutrition after pancreatic surgery could speed recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at the energy needs of people who have surgery to remove part or all of the pancreas for a tumor. After such surgery, patients often have trouble eating enough and may need special nutrition. The study measures how many calories patients actually burn and compare…
Sponsor: Evangelismos Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Data combo could forecast pancreatic Cancer's next move
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study looks at whether combining CT scans, blood tests, and pathology reports can more accurately predict how pancreatic cancer will progress. Researchers will collect existing medical records from about 1,030 participants who had surgery for pancreatic cancer.…
Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues to prevent a common complication after pancreatic cancer surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 100 people who have had a Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy) for cancers of the pancreas or nearby areas. The goal is to find factors before, during, and after surgery that raise the risk of a pancreatic fistula—a leak of digestive fluid that can caus…
Sponsor: Minia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can your mood impact pancreatic cancer survival?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how ongoing stress, anxiety, and poor sleep might affect the course of pancreatic cancer. Researchers will ask 320 participants to fill out simple questionnaires about their mental well-being and will also measure stress markers in leftover blood samples. The …
Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive cancer database aims to unlock secrets of the disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is building a huge registry of information and biological samples from adults with or at risk for many types of cancer, as well as healthy volunteers. Researchers will use this resource to study what causes cancer and how to better prevent, detect, and treat it. The re…
Sponsor: University of Nebraska • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI may spot early warning signs of deadly muscle loss in pancreatic cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why people with pancreatic cancer often lose muscle and weight (cachexia). Researchers will collect blood, tissue, and imaging data from 500 patients to understand the biology and build an AI model that could warn doctors early. It is an observational study, s…
Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app ease the stress of cancer genetic testing?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a digital app called the Genetics Adviser for Mainstream Care (GA-Mainstream) that educates cancer patients about genetic testing and delivers their results. Researchers want to see if using the app reduces distress and improves the patient experience compared to…
Sponsor: Unity Health Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Scientists test novel way to detect pancreatic cancer from biopsy fluid
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new technique called EXPEL to find biomarkers for pancreatic cancer. Researchers will analyze the fluid used to preserve biopsy samples from 200 patients with suspected pancreatic cancer. The goal is to identify proteins and other molecules that could help…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Hunt for hidden cancer genes: families needed to unlock hereditary secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to discover new genes that may cause certain cancers to run in families. Researchers will collect blood samples and health information from 1,500 people in families where multiple members have had cancer, especially childhood cancers. The goal is to build a regist…
Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Blood test may reveal if chemo is working for pancreatic cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a blood test that looks for tumor DNA (ctDNA) can help predict how well pancreatic cancer patients respond to chemotherapy. Researchers will track ctDNA levels before, during, and after treatment in 500 patients whose cancer has not spread. The goal …
Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a common anesthetic slow pancreatic cancer spread?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether a lidocaine infusion given during pancreatic cancer surgery can affect circulating tumor cells (CTCs) — cancer cells that may travel through the blood. Researchers will compare lidocaine to a saline placebo in patients undergoing robotic pancreatec…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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500 cancer patients join quest to unlock precision medicine secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting detailed genetic and health information from 500 people with various cancers, including breast, lung, and leukemia. The goal is to create a shared database that helps researchers develop more personalized treatments. Participants provide samples and data,…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New imaging tool could forecast pancreatic cancer survival
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores whether a special MRI technique called 3D-MRE can measure the stiffness of pancreatic tumors to help predict how the disease will progress. Researchers will enroll 200 adults with pancreatic cancer and compare imaging results with actual tumor hardness and tre…
Sponsor: Yu Shi • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New microscope peers inside living tumors to see how they behave
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a special microscope called intravital microscopy to look at blood vessels inside solid tumors while patients are in surgery. Researchers want to see how these vessels work and how well they let blood and dye flow through. The goal is to learn whether tumor vessel…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Massive study aims to crack the code of KRAS-Mutant pancreatic cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a large database of 1,000 people with KRAS-mutant pancreatic cancer who are receiving targeted therapy. Researchers will track how long patients live and how long their cancer stays under control. The goal is to learn which treatments work best for differen…
Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New study probes Obesity's role in pancreatic cancer among minorities
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how obesity might help cause pancreatic cancer, especially in African American and non-Hispanic White people. Researchers will compare tumors and fat tissue from 125 adults to find differences that could lead to better treatments. The goal is to understand why…
Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Can a video replace genetic counseling for cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether an 8-minute educational video can effectively prepare cancer patients for genetic testing, compared to standard genetic counseling. Over 1,000 adults with various cancers will participate. The goal is to see if the video is acceptable and improves un…
Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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AI could make radiation therapy more precise by tracking tumors in real time
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is developing an AI system that tracks tumors and organs during radiation therapy without needing physical markers. Researchers will use existing patient data to train and test the AI. If it works, it could help doctors target radiation more accurately. The study invol…
Sponsor: University of Sydney • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Pancreatic cancer study aims to match treatments to tumor genetics
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at medical records from 1,000 adults with pancreatic cancer to see if treatments chosen based on each tumor's genetic profile lead to better results. Researchers will track how many patients receive a genetically matched therapy and how well they respond. The goa…
Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Gene study aims to uncover pancreatic cancer risks in ashkenazi jews
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks for three common BRCA gene mutations in 100 Ashkenazi Jewish people with pancreatic cancer. By understanding how often these mutations occur, researchers hope to improve early screening and prevention for at-risk family members. Participants provide a sample and …
Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Tailored diet after pancreatic surgery may speed healing
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether personalized nutrition plans can improve recovery after Whipple surgery for pancreatic, bile duct, or ampullary cancers. Twenty patients in Pakistan will receive tailored meals and supplements before and after surgery, and be followed for 6 months. Resear…
Sponsor: University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore - Pakistan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Can a simple blood test predict cancer return? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood, urine, and bone marrow samples from 620 people with solid cancers like lung, colorectal, and pancreatic cancer. Researchers will look for tumor cells and DNA in these samples to understand how cancer spreads and why it sometimes comes back after surgery…
Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Pancreatic cancer study digs into tumor DNA to unlock clues
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at tumor samples from 300 people with exocrine pancreatic cancer to find links between genetic changes in the tumor and how the disease behaves. Researchers will use advanced DNA sequencing to analyze samples already collected from surgeries and biopsies. The goa…
Sponsor: Centre Leon Berard • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New study seeks better ways to spot hidden cancers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting tissue and fluid samples from 160 people with suspected liver, bile duct, or pancreatic cancers. Researchers want to understand these cancers better and test new imaging and sampling tools for earlier, more accurate diagnosis. The study does not test a ne…
Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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VHL pancreatic tumors under the microscope: new scan tested
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows people with von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) disease who have pancreatic tumors or cysts. The goal is to learn how these growths change over time and to see if a special type of scan (68-Gallium DOTATATE PET/CT) can find them better. Participants will have regular check…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Pancreatic cancer clues: new protein study could refine prognosis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study is analyzing tumor and blood samples from 50 people with pancreatic cancer to measure levels of certain proteins called convertases. Researchers want to see if these protein levels are linked to immune cells in the tumor, which could help predict how the …
Sponsor: Institut Bergonié • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Blood molecules may unlock secrets of pancreatic cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at tiny molecules called microRNA in the blood of people with advanced pancreatic cancer. Researchers want to see if these molecules can help diagnose the disease earlier, predict how it will progress, and show whether treatment is working. The study will follow …
Sponsor: Nuvance Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New diabetes may be early warning for pancreatic cancer – study aims to find hidden cases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether people aged 50+ who are newly diagnosed with diabetes (or whose diabetes gets worse) might have early-stage pancreatic cancer. Researchers will use MRI scans and collect blood samples over time to find cancer or pre-cancerous changes. The goal is to de…
Sponsor: Nuvance Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New study banks blood samples to unlock pancreatic cancer secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood samples from 30 adults with pancreatic cancer to build a library for future research. The goal is to store specimens and health data together, creating a powerful tool for scientists to study the disease. Participants must be patients at the University o…
Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New pancreatic cancer registry aims to unlock disease secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThe PREDICT study is creating a registry and biospecimen bank for people with pancreatic disease or at high risk for pancreatic cancer. Researchers will collect blood, tissue, urine, and other samples from 1,000 participants to study the causes and biology of the disease. This is…
Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Blood marker may forecast deadly pancreatic surgery complications
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a blood marker called mHLA-DR can help doctors predict severe complications after pancreatic surgery. About 100 people having this surgery will be followed. The goal is to find an early warning sign for problems like infection or pancreatic leaks.
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Personalized medicine hope: genetic screening for pancreatic cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at the genes of 750 people with advanced or metastatic pancreatic cancer. The goal is to find specific genetic changes that could help doctors choose better treatments, like targeted drugs or chemotherapy combinations. Participants must have a tumor sample availa…
Sponsor: Centre Leon Berard • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Which anesthesia is safer for pancreatic surgery? new trial aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares general anesthesia alone versus general anesthesia plus an epidural during pancreatic surgery. The goal is to see which method causes fewer drops in blood pressure and leads to better recovery. About 206 adults scheduled for surgery will take part.
Sponsor: Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Medicas y Nutricion Salvador Zubiran • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New drug OMO-103 tested in early pancreatic cancer trial
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early phase 1 trial is studying how the drug OMO-103 affects pancreatic cancer cells in 12 patients with advanced or metastatic pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. The main goal is to see if the drug changes the tumor's biology by analyzing tissue samples before and after trea…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Which surgery is better for pancreatic tumors? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at two types of surgery for pancreatic and liver tumors: open surgery and minimally invasive surgery. Researchers want to see which one leads to better survival, shorter hospital stays, fewer complications, and lower costs. The study will review records of 431 pa…
Sponsor: Methodist Health System • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Scientists investigate if rectal mucus can reveal hidden cancers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a simple rectal mucus sample can detect DNA changes linked to lung, pancreatic, bladder, and colorectal cancers. Researchers will collect samples from 450 adults using a special device and analyze them for genetic and epigenetic markers. The goal is …
Sponsor: Origin Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Massive pancreas tissue bank launches to unlock disease secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood, tissue, and health information from 20,000 people with pancreas diseases like pancreatic cancer, pancreatitis, or cysts. The goal is to create a large database and sample bank that researchers can use to better understand these conditions and develop be…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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5,000 volunteers needed to help detect pancreatic cancer sooner
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study enrolls 5,000 people at high risk for pancreatic cancer to donate blood, pancreatic juice, and medical images over 10 years. Researchers will use this information to develop and validate tests that can detect pancreatic cancer earlier, when it may be more treatable. Pa…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can MRI make radiation smarter for liver and pancreatic cancer?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores whether using MRI scans before each radiation treatment is practical and helpful for people with liver or pancreatic cancer. About 30 participants will receive up to 5 extra MRIs alongside their standard radiation therapy. Researchers will measure patient sati…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Microchip implanted in pancreatic tumors could personalize chemo choices
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests a tiny implantable device that delivers microdoses of several chemotherapy drugs directly into pancreatic tumors during surgery. The device is removed after four hours, and the surrounding tissue is analyzed to see which drugs worked best. Ten adults with p…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Northwell Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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8,000-Patient study aims to sharpen cancer radiation with Real-Time MRI
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a large registry that will follow about 8,000 cancer patients who receive radiation therapy using a special machine called an MR-Linac, which combines an MRI scanner with a radiation beam. The goal is to learn how well this technology works for different cancers, in…
Sponsor: UMC Utrecht • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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5000 volunteers help hunt for hidden cancer clues
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects tissue, blood, urine, and stool samples from 5000 people undergoing colonoscopy or endoscopy, including those with cancer, polyps, or inflammatory bowel disease, as well as healthy volunteers. The goal is to find new biomarkers that could improve early detecti…
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Blood test may predict pancreatic cancer outcomes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking at tiny pieces of tumor DNA (ctDNA) in the blood of 50 people with pancreatic cancer that can be surgically removed. Researchers want to see how often ctDNA is found and whether it relates to how long patients live without the cancer getting worse. The goal …
Sponsor: University of Oklahoma • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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5,000 patients enrolled in quest to decode pancreatic cyst dangers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 5,000 adults with pancreatic cysts to understand how these cysts behave over time. Researchers aim to create a better way to tell which cysts are harmless and which may turn into cancer. Participants provide medical records and samples, but no new treatment is …
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New MRI scan could predict pancreatic cancer aggressiveness
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores whether a special MRI technique called 3D magnetic resonance elastography (MRE) can accurately measure the stiffness of pancreatic tumors and surrounding scar tissue. Researchers will enroll 200 adults with pancreatic cancer to see if these stiffness measureme…
Sponsor: Yu Shi • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New registry aims to unlock secrets of pancreatic cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a registry of people with pancreatic diseases or a high risk for pancreatic cancer, such as those with a family history or certain genetic mutations. Researchers will collect medical information and blood samples to study how these conditions develop over time.…
Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues in Cancer's secret messages
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at tiny particles called exosomes, which carry proteins and genetic material between cells. Researchers will collect blood and tissue from 181 people with pancreatic cancer or noncancerous pancreatic disease to compare exosome activity. The goal is to understand …
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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3,500 patients studied to uncover hidden effects of pancreas surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks back at 3,500 people who had pancreas surgery to understand how the operation affects their blood sugar control, digestion, and overall quality of life. Researchers will compare different surgical methods and how much of the pancreas was removed. The goal is to h…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New study tracks pancreatic cancer screening in gene mutation carriers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study follows 200 people with inherited mutations in BRCA1/2, ATM, or PALB2 genes who are already undergoing regular pancreatic cancer screening with endoscopic ultrasound or MRI. Researchers will track how often these imaging tests find pre-cancerous or cancer…
Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Massive study aims to unlock secrets of stomach paralysis after pancreas surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why some people develop delayed gastric emptying (stomach not emptying properly) after pancreatic surgery. Researchers will review medical records of 3500 patients who had pancreatic surgery to find risk factors, such as surgical method or feeding tube use. Th…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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AI could catch deadly wasting syndrome early in pancreatic cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is for people with pancreatic cancer. It uses artificial intelligence to find early signs of cachexia, a condition that causes severe weight loss and muscle wasting. Researchers will also see if diet and exercise programs are practical and helpful for patients. The goa…
Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Thousands of surgery patients studied to uncover hidden voice box injuries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks back at 1,200 people who had a breathing tube placed during surgery to find out how often voice box injury happens and what makes it more likely. Researchers will check medical records and call patients to see if they had hoarseness or other throat problems after…
Sponsor: Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Which procedure best unblocks the stomach in pancreatic cancer?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 250 people with pancreatic cancer whose stomach is blocked by the tumor. It compares three procedures—surgery, a metal stent placed by endoscopy, and a newer ultrasound-guided stent—to see which helps patients eat better, maintain weight, and tolerate chemothe…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Blood and tissue samples sought to refine cancer DNA tests
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood and leftover tissue samples from 9,600 people with various cancers, including breast, lung, and pancreatic cancer. Researchers will use these samples to improve tests that look for cancer DNA in the blood. The goal is to better detect if cancer returns o…
Sponsor: Natera, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Scientists watch pancreatic cancer evolve in real time
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how pancreatic cancer changes over time in people receiving chemotherapy. Researchers take small tissue samples from the tumor at diagnosis and again after treatment to see if the cancer's genetic type has shifted. The goal is to better understand how the canc…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden subtypes of cancer wasting
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is observing 800 people with advanced lung, colorectal, or pancreatic cancer to understand why some lose weight and muscle (cachexia). Researchers hope to find distinct subtypes of cachexia, which could lead to better, more personalized treatments in the future. Partic…
Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Thousands of pancreatic cancer patients tracked in new drug study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will follow 3,000 pancreatic cancer patients in China who are receiving irinotecan liposome II as part of their treatment. Researchers will collect data on side effects, survival, and how well the drug controls the cancer. The goal is to understand how this treatment w…
Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New antibody fragments light up tumors in early imaging trial
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing two new antibody fragments that are designed to attach to a sugar molecule found on many solid tumors. The fragments are labeled with a radioactive tracer so they can be seen on PET/CT scans. The study aims to see where these fragments go in the …
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Var2 Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Uric acid levels may predict pancreatic cancer survival
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks back at 168 pancreatic cancer patients who had surgery to remove their tumor. Researchers want to see if changes in uric acid levels after surgery are linked to how long patients live and whether the cancer comes back. The goal is to find out if controlling uric …
Sponsor: Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Institute of Gansu Province • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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New ultrasound technique could sharpen cancer detection
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a special type of ultrasound called multiparametric ultrasound (mpUS) can provide more detailed images of tissue than standard ultrasound. Researchers will compare mpUS results with regular tests in up to 85 people who are at high risk for pancreatic…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New study tracks muscle loss in cancer patients to uncover hidden clues
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 200 people with cancers of the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, colon, or rectum who are scheduled for surgery, along with some healthy controls. Researchers will track weight, muscle mass, physical activity, quality of life, and immune markers over a year to bett…
Sponsor: University of Edinburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Scientists hunt for bacterial clues to catch pancreatic cancer sooner
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at the bacteria living in the mouth and gut of people who may have pancreatic cancer. Researchers want to see if certain germs can help spot the disease earlier or predict how well a patient will do. About 300 adults with a suspicious spot on their pancreas will …
Sponsor: Herlev Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New study explores surgery hope for inoperable pancreatic cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at patients with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery at first. After at least 4 months of chemotherapy, if the tumor shrinks enough, doctors may consider surgery. The goal is to see if this approach helps patients live longer and …
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera di Padova • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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10,000 volunteers sought to unlock pancreatic cancer secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to collect medical history, family history, and blood or urine samples from 10,000 people with or at risk for pancreatic cancer. Researchers will use this information to look for genetic and environmental factors linked to the disease. Participants may also be ask…
Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Pancreas MRI during pregnancy could spot diabetes risk early
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses MRI to measure pancreas size in pregnant women and their babies, since smaller pancreases are linked to diabetes. Researchers will follow 87 women from early pregnancy to one year after birth. The goal is to see how pancreas changes relate to diabetes, which could…
Sponsor: University of Texas at Austin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Scientists hunt for cancer clues in blood, urine, and bone marrow
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects samples from 320 people, including those with solid cancers (like lung, colon, or pancreatic cancer) and those undergoing lung cancer screening, to look for cancer cells and DNA in blood, urine, and bone marrow. The goal is to learn how cancer spreads and find…
Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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4,000 people with pancreatic cysts join study to uncover cancer clues
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 4,000 adults aged 30 and older who have at least one pancreatic cyst, a common finding on scans. Researchers will track changes over time using surveys and medical records to see which cysts turn into cancer. The goal is to better tell harmless cysts from dange…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:40 UTC
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Pancreatic surgery: does it improve life or just extend it? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 250 patients who are having surgery to remove part of their pancreas due to cancer, pancreatitis, or cysts. Researchers will track changes in quality of life, symptoms, and emotional well-being for up to two years after surgery. The goal is to understand how th…
Sponsor: University of Arizona • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:02 UTC
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Robot vs. laparoscopic: which pancreas surgery is better?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares two minimally invasive surgical techniques—laparoscopic and robot-assisted—for removing the left side of the pancreas in people with benign or pre-cancerous growths. About 256 participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two procedures. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:56 UTC
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Can a simple blood test predict which pancreatic cysts turn cancerous?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking for biological markers in the blood and tissue that can tell apart harmless pancreatic cysts (IPMN) from those that are likely to turn into pancreatic cancer. Researchers will follow 3,600 patients with IPMN across four Italian hospitals, collecting blood sa…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Liquid biopsy trial aims to personalize GI cancer care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether measuring ctDNA (bits of tumor DNA) in blood or stool can help doctors manage patients with cancers of the digestive tract, including pancreas, colon, and bile duct cancers. Researchers will track survival and see how these markers relate to outcomes…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:00 UTC