Dana-farber Cancer Institute
Clinical trials sponsored by Dana-farber Cancer Institute, explained in plain language.
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New targeted drug shows promise for rare lung cancer subtype
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental drug called FHD-286 in people with a specific type of small-cell lung cancer that has a marker called POU2F3. Participants must have already tried at least one standard chemotherapy. The drug is taken daily in 3-week cycles. The main goal is to se…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:50 UTC
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New hope for young leukemia patients: targeted chemo combo aims to boost treatment success
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study is for adolescents and young adults (ages not specified) with newly diagnosed Philadelphia chromosome-negative acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Researchers want to see if a specific combination of chemotherapy drugs plus the immunotherapy blinatumomab helps more pat…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:08 UTC
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New study aims to tailor multiple myeloma treatment based on risk and response
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 study tests a personalized treatment approach for people with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma who are eligible for a stem cell transplant. The treatment plan uses a combination of drugs (isatuximab, iberdomide, bortezomib, and dexamethasone) and is adjusted based on…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:06 UTC
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New program aims to boost medication adherence for breast cancer patients in rwanda
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program to help women with ER-positive breast cancer in Rwanda take their daily hormone therapy as prescribed. The program includes education, reminders, and behavioral support. Researchers will measure how well participants stick with their medication and how …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:55 UTC
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New cocktail aims to tame myeloma without transplant
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a combination of four drugs (isatuximab, iberdomide, bortezomib, and dexamethasone) in people newly diagnosed with multiple myeloma who cannot or choose not to have a stem cell transplant. The goal is to find the safest and most effective dose to control the dise…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Blood test guides safer, smarter throat cancer therapy
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a blood test that tracks HPV DNA can help doctors choose the right amount of treatment for people with HPV-positive throat cancer. About 116 participants with early-stage cancer will receive therapy tailored to their risk level, aiming to improve survival…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 09, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New hope for skin cancer patients with transplants or blood cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a drug called cosibelimab in people with advanced skin cancer who also have a kidney transplant or a blood cancer. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and helps shrink tumors. About 80 adults will take part.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 05, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Can a simple blood test spot hidden cancers?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will check if a blood test called the GRAIL Galleri test can find many types of cancer in people who already have symptoms. About 100 adults will take the test, and researchers will compare the results to standard methods. The goal is to see how accurate the test is an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 10, 2026 13:25 UTC
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Could a 'Baby' dose of hormone drugs prevent breast cancer?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study compares two low-dose hormone therapies, exemestane and tamoxifen, in 140 postmenopausal women at high risk for breast cancer. The goal is to see which drug causes fewer menopausal side effects while still helping to prevent breast cancer. Participants will take the me…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:09 UTC
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Acupuncture and exercise may ease nerve pain from bladder cancer drugs
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding acupuncture to virtual exercise can help manage nerve pain caused by a specific bladder cancer treatment (EV-Pembro). About 50 adults with advanced bladder cancer will be split into two groups: one gets acupuncture plus virtual exercise, the other …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:05 UTC
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New app aims to ease cancer pain at home
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a smartphone app called I-STAMP that helps people with advanced cancer keep track of their pain and medications. About 73 participants will use the app and rate how easy it is to use and how helpful it is. The goal is to see if the app can make managing canc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:05 UTC
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New online program aims to boost sexual health in women with advanced breast cancer
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new educational program called SHARE-MC for women with metastatic breast cancer who are bothered by sexual problems. The program aims to improve sexual function and reduce emotional distress. About 96 women will take part online. The goal is to see if this prog…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:57 UTC
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New app aims to ease the burden of Long-Term breast cancer therapy
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a new web and mobile app called SHIELD designed to help women with hormone-positive breast cancer who are on long-term endocrine therapy. The goal is to see if it's possible to enroll 30 women and have them use the app. This is a pilot study, so it's mainly …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Lung cancer patients to test custom exercise plan
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a personalized exercise program is practical for people with stage II or III lung cancer. About 20 participants will follow the program before and after their cancer treatment. The main goal is to see if they can attend at least 80% of the exercise …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New app aims to guide young cancer survivors through life after treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a mobile app called my.naviGATE for teens and young adults (ages 15-24) who have finished cancer treatment. The app provides personalized education, peer support, and tracks how patients are doing. Researchers want to see if it helps patients feel more confi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:53 UTC
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AI aims to speed up cancer trial enrollment for 70,000 patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is building an AI tool called ACTIVATE that scans electronic health records to find cancer patients who may be eligible for clinical trials. Researchers will test whether sending alerts to doctors increases the number of patients starting trials. The goal is to make it…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:48 UTC
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New nutrition algorithm aims to boost quality of life for cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to create a nutrition algorithm called NACHO to help cancer patients improve their nutritional status and quality of life during or after treatment. Researchers will gather data from 130 participants, including patients, dietitians, and advisors, to build and test…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:56 UTC