Vanderbilt-ingram Cancer Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Vanderbilt-ingram Cancer Center, explained in plain language.
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New combo tackles tough melanoma
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial is testing whether a combination of two drugs, rigosertib and pembrolizumab, can help people with advanced melanoma that no longer responds to standard immunotherapy. The study involves 7 participants with unresectable or metastatic melanoma. The goal is to se…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New biomarker model aims to reduce unnecessary lung biopsies
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is testing a combined biomarker model (CBM) that uses a blood test and CT scan features to better classify lung nodules as benign or cancerous. Researchers will follow 103 adults with intermediate-risk nodules to see if the model can reduce unnecessary invasive procedu…
Sponsor: Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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AI could help avoid unnecessary lung procedures
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI) tool called the Virtual Nodule Clinic can help doctors better manage lung nodules that are not clearly cancerous or benign. The AI analyzes CT scans and patient information to estimate the risk of cancer. The goal is to see…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New study aims to catch lung cancer early in those who Can't afford care
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 45 uninsured current or former heavy smokers to find early signs of lung cancer. Researchers collect samples like sputum, blood, and urine, and perform CT scans to test new detection methods. The goal is to improve early diagnosis in a group that often misses o…
Sponsor: Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New study tests tools to help families share cancer genetic results
Knowledge-focused OngoingThe IMPACT Study is testing two online tools—GeneSHARE and LivingLabReport—to help people with inherited cancer gene variants share their results with family members and follow cancer screening guidelines. The study involves 720 adults who have a genetic variant linked to cancers…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:58 UTC