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Clinical trials sponsored by Georgetown University, explained in plain language.
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New combo therapy tested for lung cancer patients with HIV
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether adding two immunotherapy drugs (durvalumab and tremelimumab) to standard chemotherapy is safe and effective for treating advanced non-small cell lung cancer in people who also have HIV. It will enroll 18 adults with stage IV lung cancer who are on st…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 23:11 UTC
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New drug duo tested for Tough-to-Treat cervical cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether combining two existing drugs, pembrolizumab and lenvatinib, can help control advanced cervical cancer that has worsened after standard treatment. It will involve about 35 women to see if the combination shrinks tumors and for how long. The goal is to…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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New hope for AML patients who Can't get transplants
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a drug called CPX-351 can help keep acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in remission for patients who have already achieved remission but are not eligible for a bone marrow transplant. The goal is to see if giving this drug as ongoing 'maintenance' therapy …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Major health trial aims to slash smoking rates during cancer scans
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing which of two proven smoking cessation programs works better for people getting lung cancer screening. It will enroll 1,188 current smokers to compare phone counseling through a state quitline versus a health system's own program. The goal is to find the most…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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New drug aims to shield cancer patients from Chemo's hidden damage
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study is testing if a drug called azeliragon can protect women's hearts and thinking skills during chemotherapy for early breast cancer. Researchers want to see if adding azeliragon to standard chemo is safe and can reduce heart damage and 'chemo brain.' The tria…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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Early trial tests new drug combo for Tough-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study is testing the safety and finding the right dose of a new drug combination (NEROFE plus doxorubicin) for people with advanced solid tumors that have specific genetic markers (KRAS mutation and ST2-positive). It will enroll 24 participants who have run out o…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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New hope for rare chest cancer patients after other treatments fail
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a drug called sacituzumab govitecan can help control advanced thymoma or thymic cancer that has worsened despite previous treatment. It will involve 18 adults who receive the drug through an IV every three weeks. Researchers will check if tumors shri…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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Could less radiation be enough for some throat cancers?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a gentler radiation treatment for people with HPV-positive throat cancer who have already had surgery. Researchers want to see if using a lower radiation dose and targeting only the neck (instead of the original tumor site too) works as well as the standard,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:07 UTC
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Phone app aims to shield cancer survivors from painful mouth problems
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a 6-month telehealth program using smartphones can help cancer survivors prevent painful mouth sores and gum disease, improve their quality of life, and reduce body-wide inflammation. It will compare this program to usual care in 100 cancer survivors…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:07 UTC
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New attack on tough lung cancer: shrink tumors first, then operate
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a specific treatment plan for people with a hard-to-treat form of advanced lung cancer that has spread to distant lymph nodes. The goal is to see if giving a combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy drugs *before* surgery can shrink the cancer enough to…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 02, 2026 15:27 UTC
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Malawi trial aims to keep High-Risk groups on HIV prevention drugs
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study is testing a package of support strategies to help people at high risk for HIV in Malawi continue taking their prevention medications. It will compare standard care to enhanced support at clinics and community centers, focusing on helping people stick with both daily p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Can a website cure sleepless nights for cancer survivors?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether an online program can help Black men who have survived prostate cancer and are struggling with insomnia. It will compare a structured internet therapy program to a simple educational website. The main goal is to see if the online approach is practica…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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Can a website ease the burden for thyroid cancer survivors?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a special website can help adults who have had thyroid cancer feel better after radioactive iodine treatment. Researchers want to see if the website is easy to use and if it improves patients' overall well-being compared to just getting standard info…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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New tool aims to help High-Risk women navigate tough breast cancer screening choices
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new decision support tool designed to help high-risk Black and Latina women make informed choices about whether to add a breast MRI to their annual mammogram for cancer screening. Researchers will compare the tool against standard care to see if it improve…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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New website aims to cut confusion for thyroid cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a special website helps people recently diagnosed with a moderate-risk thyroid cancer make a more informed decision about radioactive iodine treatment. About 408 participants will be randomly assigned to either use this interactive decision aid websi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:47 UTC