University Health Network, Toronto

This phase 3 trial is testing a non-live, adjuvanted RSV vaccine (Arexvy) in 100 adults who have received a lung or stem cell transplant. The goal is to see if the vaccine is safe and helps their immune system fight RSV, a common virus that can be dangerous for them. Participants…

This study tests whether the drug olaparib, given before surgery, can shrink tumors in women with recurrent ovarian cancer that has come back after at least 6 months. About 71 participants will receive either olaparib or standard chemotherapy before surgery. Researchers will meas…

This early-phase trial tests whether adding the experimental drug binimetinib to the immunotherapy pembrolizumab (Keytruda) helps people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. The study includes 40 participants whose tumors have high PD-L1 levels. Researchers are looking at sa…

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

This phase 2 trial tests two drugs—niraparib and TSR-042 (dostarlimab)—in 51 women with recurrent endometrial cancer that has progressed after platinum chemotherapy. The goal is to see if these drugs can shrink or stabilize tumors. Niraparib blocks a protein that helps cancer cel…

This phase 2 trial tests whether combining two drugs—olaparib and durvalumab—can shrink or control solid tumors that have an IDH mutation. The study includes adults with certain brain tumors (glioma) or bile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma) that have not responded well to prior t…

This study is testing whether giving high-dose radiation only to the tumor area (focal HDR brachytherapy) can control early-stage prostate cancer while causing fewer side effects than treating the whole gland. Sixty men with low- or favorable intermediate-risk prostate cancer wil…

This phase II trial tests whether adding the targeted drug selumetinib to standard chemotherapy (cisplatin and gemcitabine) works better than chemotherapy alone for advanced biliary tract or gallbladder cancer. The study enrolls 57 adults who have not had prior treatment. Researc…

This study tests whether adding hydroxychloroquine (a malaria drug) to standard chemotherapy can help people with metastatic colorectal cancer that has a specific genetic marker. About 155 participants will be screened, and up to 31 with the marker will receive the drug combinati…

This study tests a treatment plan for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has spread to a major artery. Participants receive chemotherapy and radiation before surgery, then more chemo after. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and helps patients live longer. The t…

This early-phase trial tests an investigational drug called RP-6306 alongside standard chemotherapy (carboplatin and paclitaxel) in 6 women with recurrent ovarian or uterine cancer that has a specific genetic change (TP53 mutation). The main goal is to find a safe dose and check …

This phase II trial tests whether adding the targeted drug acalabrutinib to standard R-CHOP chemotherapy improves outcomes for people with untreated mantle cell lymphoma. About 105 participants will receive the combination, then some will proceed to stem cell transplant. The stud…

This early-phase trial is testing whether taking high-dose vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) can help standard immunotherapy work better for people with advanced melanoma that cannot be surgically removed. The study includes 12 participants who have not had prior treatment for their …

This phase 2 trial tests two oral drugs, binimetinib and encorafenib, in 26 adults with advanced solid tumors that have specific non-V600E BRAF mutations and no standard treatment options. The main goal is to see if the combination shrinks tumors. Researchers will also monitor si…

This study tests whether using highly focused radiation (SBRT) on a limited number of growing cancer spots can help control the disease in patients with metastatic breast or genito-urinary cancers. Instead of switching to a new drug when some tumors start growing, doctors will ta…

This study tests a smartphone app called Medly that helps heart failure patients monitor their health after a hospital stay. The app reminds patients to check their weight and symptoms, and sends the information to their care team. The goal is to see if using the app improves pat…

This study tests a nurse-led program that uses home monitoring devices to help older adults with conditions like heart failure, diabetes, and depression manage their health after leaving the hospital. The goal is to improve care coordination and reduce hospital readmissions. Abou…

This pilot study aimed to see if the oral drug trametinib could improve the structure of brain arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) in adults before their scheduled surgery. The goal was to shrink the AVM or reduce risky features. However, the trial was withdrawn before enrolling a…

This study looks at whether taking teriparatide (Forteo) for 24 months can improve bone structure in 100 men and women with osteoporosis. Researchers will use a special CT scan to see changes in bone thickness and microarchitecture at the wrist and shin. The goal is to understand…

This study looks at how teriparatide, a bone-building drug for severe osteoporosis, affects bone structure in postmenopausal women. Researchers will use a special scanner to see changes in bone thickness and tiny connecting rods at the wrist and ankle over 24 months. The goal is …

This study tests whether lungs from donors with hepatitis C can be safely transplanted into people without the virus. The lungs are treated with a special machine to try to reduce the virus. If the recipient gets infected, they will be treated with standard antiviral medication. …

This study compares two diabetes medications, semaglutide and sitagliptin, in 58 adults who have had a liver transplant and have poorly controlled diabetes. The goal is to see which drug better lowers blood sugar and body weight. Participants will take the study drug daily for th…

This study tests whether storing donor lungs at 10°C instead of the usual ice cooler reduces severe lung injury after transplant. About 300 people receiving a lung transplant will be randomly assigned to one of two storage methods. The main goal is to see if the 10°C method is at…

This study planned to test a treatment called MET-2, a mix of gut bacteria, to help clear antibiotic-resistant germs from the body after a bloodstream infection. It was designed for adults not in intensive care who had a resistant infection. The trial was withdrawn before enrolli…

This phase 2 trial is testing the drugs atezolizumab and bevacizumab in 36 people with inoperable liver cancer or non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to the liver. The goal is to see how long the cancer stays under control and to study changes in tumors and blood before an…

This study is testing a new approach for people with malignant pleural mesothelioma, a rare lung cancer. It combines high-dose radiation (including a special boost to target bulky tumors) with surgery to remove the affected tissue. The main goal is to find the highest safe radiat…

This study tests whether using MRI guidance to deliver an extra dose of radiation directly to the tumor can improve prostate cancer treatment. Forty men with localized prostate cancer will receive standard radiation to the whole prostate plus a targeted boost to the visible tumor…

This study tests a treatment called MET-4, which is a defined mix of live bacteria from a healthy donor's stool, given to cancer patients alongside standard immunotherapy. The goal is to see if it is safe and can improve how well the immune system fights solid tumors. About 65 ad…

This study looks at two treatment options for people with a high-risk form of myelofibrosis, a rare bone marrow cancer. Participants choose whether they want a stem cell transplant or the best non-transplant treatments available. Researchers then track survival and quality of lif…

This phase 2 trial tests whether avelumab, an immunotherapy drug, can shrink tumors in 25 people with advanced penile cancer who cannot take platinum chemotherapy or whose cancer worsened after it. Avelumab works by blocking a protein that helps tumors hide from the immune system…

This study tests a treatment called Lu-DOTATATE, which delivers radiation directly to neuroendocrine tumor cells. About 195 people with tumors that have gotten worse will receive up to 4 cycles of this therapy, with doses adjusted based on individual scans and blood tests. The ma…

This early-phase trial tests a personalized cell therapy called TBI-1301 for people with advanced solid tumors that express a protein called NY-ESO-1. Patients' own T cells are collected, genetically modified in a lab to better recognize and attack cancer cells, and then infused …

This early-stage study tests a new approach for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has returned or is likely to return, and who cannot have a bone marrow transplant. Researchers take a patient's own leukemia cells, modify them in the lab to produce a protein called IL-…

This study looks at two ways to manage very small, low-risk papillary thyroid cancers: active surveillance (regular check-ups to monitor the cancer) or immediate surgery. Researchers are tracking 450 adults over time to see how often each approach meets long-term goals, such as a…

This phase 2 study tests whether combining the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) with an experimental vaccine called DPX-Survivac and low-dose chemotherapy (cyclophosphamide) can shrink tumors in people with advanced ovarian, peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancer. The va…

This study tests whether low-dose CT scans can detect testicular cancer recurrence as well as standard CT scans, but with much less radiation. About 251 men with stage I testicular cancer will be monitored using low-dose CT. If it works, patients could avoid the long-term risks o…

This study is creating a set of reference values for videofluoroscopic swallowing tests, which are X-ray videos of people swallowing different liquids. Researchers will compare healthy adults of all ages to people with swallowing difficulties (dysphagia) from conditions like stro…

This study is testing a new type of PET/MRI scan to see if it can tell the difference between a tumor growing back and radiation damage (called radionecrosis) in people who have had brain radiation for cancer. Both conditions look similar on regular scans, so doctors often need s…

This study is developing a blood test to find early-stage tumors in people with hereditary cancer syndromes (high genetic risk for cancer). Researchers will collect blood samples and medical data from about 1,400 participants across Canada. They will also interview patients and d…

This study tests whether a liquid biopsy (a blood test that looks for cancer DNA) can help doctors decide on treatment for advanced lung cancer faster than the usual method of testing tumor tissue. About 170 newly diagnosed patients will receive both the blood test and standard t…

This study tests whether using advanced MRI and daily CT scans during radiation therapy for low- to intermediate-risk prostate cancer can reduce side effects like bowel, bladder, and erectile problems. About 99 men will receive standard radiation but with more precise imaging to …

This study tests whether a single high dose of psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) combined with specialized talk therapy can help people with advanced cancer feel less anxious and more at peace. Fifteen adults with stage IV cancer will receive the treatment and…

This study tests an 8-week mindfulness program (MB-EAT) for people who had bariatric surgery at least six months ago and struggle with eating guidelines. About 85 participants will be split into two groups: one gets the mindfulness training, the other does not. Researchers will t…

This study tests whether a 10-week, at-home exercise program is safe and helpful for cancer survivors who have ongoing nerve pain, numbness, or tingling from chemotherapy. About 40 participants will do remote exercise sessions and health coaching calls. The goal is to see if the …

This study tests whether a structured, supervised exercise program is safe and feasible for people with painful non-spine bone metastases who have just had palliative radiotherapy. Twenty participants will follow an 8-week exercise plan plus a short maintenance period. Researcher…

This study tests whether a 4-week remote mindfulness program, delivered via Microsoft Teams, can lower stress and burnout in healthcare professionals at a Toronto hospital. 43 participants will attend weekly one-hour group sessions led by a mindfulness coach. The goal is to see i…

This study tests whether a 30-minute education session with a radiation therapist, before standard radiotherapy, can reduce anxiety and improve quality of life for breast cancer patients. About 109 participants will be randomly assigned to either the extra session or standard car…

This study tests whether low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFUS) can calm abnormal brain activity in the cerebellum that causes severe leg tremors when standing. Fifteen adults with primary orthostatic tremor will receive real or sham ultrasound while their tremor and brain circ…

This study tests whether a safe green dye, injected during gastric bypass surgery, can help surgeons see blood flow to the new stomach connection. Poor blood flow can lead to ulcers, leaks, or narrowing. The trial involves 300 adults and will follow them for two years to see if u…

This study looks at prostate cancer tissue from men undergoing prostate removal surgery to find cells that may be especially aggressive and resistant to treatment. Researchers give a special dye (pimonidazole) before surgery to mark oxygen-starved areas, then analyze the removed …

This study examines how doctors give fluids to adults during heart surgery, specifically comparing the use of albumin (a blood product) versus crystalloids (salt solutions). Researchers will review records from 505 patients across multiple hospitals to see what fluids are used, w…

This study observes how albumin and other fluids are given to adults during heart surgery at multiple hospitals. Researchers will track usage patterns and patient outcomes to fill knowledge gaps. The goal is to improve future care for cardiac surgery patients.

This study is testing whether a blood test can find tiny bits of tumor DNA (ctDNA) or HPV DNA in patients with high-risk head and neck cancer after standard treatment. The goal is to see if this test can detect cancer that remains or comes back earlier than usual scans. The study…

This study gives questionnaires to patients, interpreters, and healthcare professionals to understand how language and cultural differences impact care for women with gynecologic cancer. The goal is to identify barriers and improve the patient experience. About 45 people will tak…

This phase 2 trial is testing how the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) changes immune-related genes and biomarkers in people with advanced solid tumors like head and neck cancer, triple-negative breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and melanoma. Researchers will analyze bloo…

This study compares 330 people who had a rare thigh bone fracture while on osteoporosis medication with 660 similar patients who did not. Researchers are looking for genetic differences and other clinical factors that might explain why some people get these fractures. The goal is…

This study looks at whether a web-based education program can boost brain health knowledge in older adults (60+) before elective non-cardiac surgery. Researchers will measure changes in knowledge scores after patients complete the online module. The goal is to help patients and f…

This study was designed to test a surgical navigation system that gives surgeons an extra view of chest wall lesions during surgery. The goal was to help remove tumors more precisely, reducing the need for repeat surgeries or complex reconstruction. However, the study was withdra…

This study tests a very small camera, called a composite optical fiberscope, to see if it can reach and view lung tumors in the outer parts of the lung. Researchers will use lung tissue removed from 50 patients scheduled for lung cancer surgery. The goal is to see if the camera c…

This study is testing whether a special PET scan dye called 18F-FAZA can measure low oxygen levels (hypoxia) in cervix cancer tumors. About 30 adults with cervix cancer will receive the dye before starting standard treatment with radiation and chemotherapy. The goal is to see if …

This study looks at whether a CT scan done right after removing a lung tumor can help surgeons decide if they need to remove more tissue. Currently, doctors only know if the cancer is fully removed after the surgery, when a pathologist checks the tissue. By getting immediate feed…

This study looks at 57 people who received a COVID-19 vaccine to understand why some develop heart injury or myocarditis. Researchers use advanced heart scans (PET/MRI) and blood tests to find early warning signs. The goal is to better identify those at risk and improve follow-up…

This pilot study is testing whether combining two different PET scans can give doctors a clearer picture of neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) in the gut. The scans measure how tumors take up different tracers, which may reveal whether a tumor is slow-growing or aggressive. The goal is…

This study looks at whether a biomarker called GATA6 can help predict how well patients with resectable pancreatic cancer respond to chemotherapy before and after surgery. About 84 participants will provide tumor samples to measure GATA6 levels, then receive a standard chemo regi…

This study tracks how the tumor and nearby organs move during radiotherapy for cervix cancer. By taking many MRI scans during treatment, researchers hope to better target the tumor and spare healthy tissue. The goal is to reduce side effects and improve outcomes. The study involv…

This study follows 108 nasopharyngeal cancer survivors who had radiation and chemotherapy at least four years ago. Researchers are measuring long-term side effects like hormone problems, hearing loss, and memory issues using blood tests, cognitive exams, and quality-of-life surve…

This study looks at whether oxygen levels and internal pressure in cervical tumors can help predict how well radiation therapy works. Researchers measured these factors in 346 patients with cervical cancer before and during treatment. The goal is to understand why some tumors res…

This study checks how well a new MRI-guided radiotherapy machine works and how it fits into daily hospital routines. About 150 adults with solid tumors will take part. The goal is to see if the machine can be used smoothly for treatment, not to test a new cure.

This study uses a special PET scan with a tracer called FAZA, combined with MRI, to measure oxygen levels (hypoxia) in soft tissue sarcoma tumors. About 70 adults with high-risk sarcoma will get the scan before treatment or surgery. The goal is to learn more about tumor biology, …

This study explores whether a special PET scan using a tracer called FAZA can detect low oxygen (hypoxia) in lung cancer tumors. Hypoxia can affect how tumors grow and respond to treatments like radiation. About 36 adults with stage II or III lung cancer will get one FAZA PET sca…

This study followed 12 people with stage IV non-small cell lung cancer who received both palliative chest radiation and an immunotherapy drug (nivolumab or pembrolizumab). The goal was to track side effects like radiation-related toxicities and patient quality of life. Researcher…

This study was designed to see if a 14-day course of the drug Anakinra could change the immune environment around early-stage triple-negative or ER-low breast tumors. It was planned for people with small, early-stage tumors who were not scheduled for chemotherapy before surgery. …

This study follows 110 people with brain metastases who are receiving either focused or whole-brain radiation. Researchers use advanced MRI scans and memory tests before treatment and for two years after to see if the scans can predict thinking and memory problems. The goal is to…

This study aims to develop a liquid biopsy—a blood test—to detect tumor DNA in patients with high-grade gliomas, an aggressive type of brain cancer. Researchers will collect blood samples from 70 patients before and after standard radiotherapy to see if they can measure tumor cha…

This study is testing a new radiation technique that uses real-time MRI scans to target cancer more precisely. About 377 adult cancer patients will receive this treatment and have extra scans and quality-of-life surveys. The goal is to see if this approach improves tumor control …

This study explores whether a special PET-MRI scan using a tracer called FAZA can safely measure oxygen levels (hypoxia) in pancreatic tumors. About 20 adults with advanced, non-spreading pancreatic cancer will get two scans—before and after standard radiation. The goal is to see…

This study follows 180 cancer patients whose cancer has spread to the thigh bone (femur) and who are at high risk of breaking that bone. Researchers compare outcomes between those treated with surgery alone, surgery plus radiation, or radiation alone. The goal is to see which app…

This study looks at how low oxygen levels and fluid pressure inside cervical cancer tumors relate to how well radiation therapy works. Researchers will measure these factors in 500 patients before and during treatment. The goal is to find the best way to identify which patients m…

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

This study tests two different drug combinations in people with advanced colorectal, pancreatic, or leiomyosarcoma cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. Participants receive either olaparib plus durvalumab or cediranib plus durvalumab. The main goal is to unders…

This study looks at whether vitamin D levels in the blood can help identify kidney injury in people who have had heart surgery. Researchers will compare vitamin D measurements with standard kidney function tests in 46 adults with different levels of kidney health. The goal is to …

This study looks at tumor samples from over 3,000 people with advanced cancers to find specific biomarkers—unique features of each cancer. The goal is to help doctors choose the most promising targeted therapy or clinical trial for each patient. Participants are adults with vario…

This research study looks at how certain cancers (head and neck, esophagus, and anal canal) change at the genetic and immune level when patients receive chemotherapy or immunotherapy. About 39 people with advanced cancer will provide blood samples and tumor tissue over time. The …

This study looks at how tumors evolve when treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors, a type of immunotherapy. Researchers will take blood samples and tumor biopsies from 14 people with advanced head and neck cancer or melanoma to track genetic changes. The goal is to understand …

This study looks at the complete DNA and RNA of 10 people and their families who are at high risk for hereditary cancer but have no known genetic cause. Researchers will use whole genome sequencing and tumor analysis to discover new genetic changes that may lead to cancer. The go…

This study is testing an online questionnaire called CHAMP that older adults with cancer can fill out before their doctor's visit. The tool asks about daily function, memory, mood, and support to help doctors tailor cancer treatment. Researchers want to see if the tool is easy to…

This study follows 200 adults with low-risk papillary thyroid cancer to see how many choose active surveillance (close monitoring) instead of surgery, and why. Researchers also track decision regret and quality of life over time. The goal is to understand if offering monitoring a…

This study looks at 100 fasting surgical patients who take semaglutide (a diabetes/weight-loss drug). Doctors will use a bedside ultrasound to check if their stomachs are truly empty before surgery, even after fasting. The goal is to find out how often a 'full stomach' happens an…

This study looks at using a smaller dose of a lighter-than-normal numbing medicine (hypobaric bupivacaine) injected into the lowest space in the spine for hip or knee replacement surgery. The goal is to see if this approach still works well for pain control during surgery while h…

This study explores whether low-intensity ultrasound can safely and precisely stimulate deep brain regions in people with Parkinson's disease or dystonia. Ten participants who already have deep brain stimulation (DBS) implants will receive ultrasound pulses while researchers reco…