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This study tests whether the Gardasil 9 vaccine can help stem cell transplant patients build immunity against HPV. About 48 adults who had a stem cell transplant for blood cancer will receive the vaccine. Researchers will measure antibody levels to see if the vaccine works in the…

This study tests a new COVID-19 vaccine (GEO-CM04S1) in 63 adults with blood cancers like leukemia or lymphoma who have had a stem cell transplant or cell therapy. The goal is to see if this vaccine triggers a stronger immune response than standard mRNA vaccines, potentially offe…

This study tests a vaccine called Triplex to prevent cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection in adults who have received a stem cell transplant. CMV is usually harmless but can be life-threatening for people with weakened immune systems. The vaccine uses harmless virus pieces to train th…

This early-stage trial tests a new antibody drug called Hu8F4 in 72 people with advanced blood cancers like leukemia and myelodysplastic syndrome. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if it can slow or stop cancer growth. Researchers will also track how long patients live …

This study tests a drug called crizotinib in people whose cancer has a specific genetic change called ROS1 translocation. The drug blocks a protein that may help cancer grow. Researchers want to see if it can shrink tumors or stop them from getting worse. Only 4 people took part,…

This early-phase trial tests a new type of immunotherapy called CD70 CAR T cells in people with lymphoma, myeloma, and certain solid tumors (like kidney cancer and sarcomas) that have come back or not responded to standard treatments. The immune cells are modified in the lab to r…

This study tests a drug called pacritinib for people with VEXAS syndrome, a rare genetic disease that causes severe inflammation. About 78 adults will receive either the drug or a placebo to see if it controls symptoms and reduces flare-ups. The goal is to find a safe and effecti…

This phase 2 trial is testing the drug osimertinib in 19 patients with advanced cancers (like lymphoma or solid tumors) that have specific EGFR mutations. Osimertinib is a pill that blocks the faulty EGFR protein, which can help stop tumor growth. The study aims to see if the dru…

This early-phase trial tests a personalized cell therapy called CART123 for people with certain blood cancers (like AML or MDS) that have not responded to standard treatments. Each patient's own immune cells are modified in a lab to recognize and attack cancer cells. The main goa…

This study tests whether infusions of cord blood stem cells can help people with moderate to critical COVID-19 pneumonia. The trial includes 65 adults with COVID-19-related acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Researchers will compare stem cell treatment plus standard care…

This phase II trial tests the drug afatinib in 40 people with advanced cancers (like solid tumors or lymphoma) that have a specific genetic change called a HER2 mutation. Afatinib works by blocking the HER2 protein, which may help stop cancer growth. The study aims to see if the …

This phase III trial tests whether a smartphone app called Quit2Heal can help cancer patients stop smoking better than the standard QuitGuide app. The study involves 427 adults with cancer who smoke and are interested in quitting. Participants use one of the two apps to get suppo…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called ICT01, a lab-made antibody, in 292 people with advanced cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is given alone or with another cancer drug (Keytruda). The main goals are to check safety and see if the drug ca…

This phase II trial tests whether adding the drug axatilimab to standard care can prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in 72 blood cancer patients receiving a stem cell transplant. GVHD occurs when donor cells attack the patient's body, causing serious symptoms. Axatilimab is…

This phase 2 trial is testing whether a combination of two drugs, talazoparib and temozolomide, can shrink tumors in people with rare cancers that have spread. The study includes 14 participants with advanced rare solid tumors, such as pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma, who have …

This early-stage study tests a new drug called teclistamab in people with multiple myeloma that has returned or stopped responding to other treatments. The main goal is to find a safe dose and check for side effects. About 300 participants will receive the drug to see how well it…

This early-stage trial tests a therapy made from donor immune cells, called LB-DTK-COV19, in adults with severe COVID-19. The cells are designed to target the virus and are given as a single infusion. The study aims to find a safe dose and see if the treatment can improve symptom…

This phase 2 trial tests whether immune cells from donors who have been exposed to CMV can treat persistent CMV infections in patients who have had a stem cell transplant. The study includes 49 participants with CMV that hasn't improved with standard antiviral drugs. The cells ar…

This study tests whether red blood cells stored with less oxygen (hypoxic RBCs) are safer and more effective than standard transfusions for people with blood cancers who need regular blood. About 24 adults with transfusion-dependent blood cancers will receive both types of blood …

This early-stage trial is testing a new drug called SG301 in about 61 people with blood cancers like multiple myeloma that have returned or not responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and find the best dose to use in future studies. Researche…

This study tests a specific timing of chemotherapy drugs (busulfan and fludarabine) before a donor stem cell transplant, followed by cyclophosphamide after the transplant, to treat high-risk blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma. The goal is to reduce the chance of the transpl…

This early study tests a new drug called ABBV-101 in people with several types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that have come back or not responded to other treatments. The drug is a pill that targets a protein (BTK) involved in cancer growth. The main goals are to find a safe dose and s…

This study looks at whether it is safe to remove one immune-suppressing drug, mycophenolate mofetil (MMF), from the standard treatment plan after a stem cell transplant for blood cancers. Sixty adults aged 18 to 75 will receive the transplant without MMF and be monitored for up t…

This phase 2 trial tests the drug selpercatinib in children and young adults (ages 1 to 21) with advanced cancers that have a specific genetic change called a RET alteration. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or stop them from growing. Only one participant has been…

This early-stage trial is testing whether stem cells from a donor can help control heart failure in people whose hearts were weakened by a type of chemotherapy called anthracyclines. About 72 participants will either receive standard care alone or standard care plus stem cells gi…

This study tests a drug called teclistamab in people with multiple myeloma that has come back or stopped responding to treatment. The drug is a special antibody that helps the body's immune cells find and attack cancer cells. About 194 participants will receive the drug to see ho…

This study tests a drug called AZD1775 in people whose advanced cancers have a BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation. The drug blocks a protein (WEE1) that helps cancer cells grow. Researchers want to see if it can shrink tumors or stop them from growing. About 35 adults with various adva…

This phase II trial is testing the drug trametinib in 50 people with advanced cancers that have a specific genetic change called an NF1 mutation. Trametinib blocks certain proteins that help cancer cells grow. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or stop them from get…

This phase II trial tests the drug trametinib in people whose advanced cancers have specific genetic changes called GNAQ or GNA11 mutations. The drug works by blocking certain proteins that help cancer cells grow. Researchers want to see if trametinib can shrink these tumors or s…

This early-phase study tests whether giving healthy donor NK cells along with two medicines (vactosertib and IL-2) is safe and helps the cells stay active in people with advanced colorectal, stomach, esophageal, or blood cancers. The NK cells are meant to attack cancer, but the b…

This early-phase study tests whether drinking milk from genetically engineered goats (which produce a human enzyme found in breast milk) can reduce the risk of graft versus host disease—a serious immune reaction—in blood cancer patients receiving a donor stem cell transplant. Abo…

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding lab-grown umbilical cord blood cells (dilanubicel) to a standard cord blood transplant helps people with blood cancers like leukemia recover their blood and immune cells faster. Participants receive chemotherapy and radiation to prepare the…

This phase II trial is testing the drug palbociclib in 40 patients whose advanced cancers have extra copies of the CCND1, 2, or 3 genes. Palbociclib blocks proteins that help cancer cells grow. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or stop them from growing. The study …

This study is testing two immunotherapy drugs, durvalumab and tremelimumab, in children and teens up to age 17 with advanced solid tumors or blood cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The first part finds the safest dose, and the second part checks if the drugs…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called talquetamab in 279 people with multiple myeloma that has come back or stopped responding to other treatments. Talquetamab is a bispecific antibody designed to help the immune system attack cancer cells. The main goals are to check sa…

This study tests a condensed version of a chemotherapy regimen (busulfan, melphalan, fludarabine) plus an immune-suppressing drug (ATG) given before a donor stem cell transplant. The goal is to see if this shorter approach causes fewer severe side effects within 30 days after tra…

This study tests an experimental drug called LY2784544 in people with three types of blood cancers known as myeloproliferative neoplasms: polycythemia vera, essential thrombocythemia, and myelofibrosis. The trial enrolls patients who have not responded to, cannot tolerate, or hav…

This early-phase study tests the safety of the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab given after a patient's own immune cells have been modified and infused back (adoptive cell transfer). It includes 40 adults with advanced blood or solid cancers that no longer respond to standard trea…

This study was designed to test two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and ipilimumab, in children and young adults with cancers that returned or didn't respond to treatment and had many genetic mutations. The goal was to see if the drug combination was safe and could shrink tumors. …

This study tests two drugs, dabrafenib and trametinib, in people with advanced cancers that have a specific genetic change called a BRAF V600 mutation. The goal is to see if these drugs can shrink tumors or stop them from growing. The trial includes 44 participants with various c…

This study tests a daily oral drug called nemtabrutinib (ARQ 531) in 190 people with blood cancers like lymphoma or leukemia that have come back or not responded to prior treatment. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. It is an early-phase trial,…

This phase 2 trial tests the drug vismodegib in 34 patients with advanced solid tumors, lymphoma, or multiple myeloma that have specific mutations in the SMO or PTCH1 genes. Vismodegib works by blocking a protein involved in cell growth. The main goal is to see if the drug can sh…

This phase II trial tests a drug called GSK2636771 in 24 patients whose advanced cancers have a PTEN mutation or deletion. The drug blocks a protein (PI3K-beta) that may help these cancer cells grow. Researchers want to see if the drug can shrink tumors or stop them from growing.

This phase II trial tests a drug called GSK2636771 in 35 patients whose cancers have lost a protein called PTEN. The drug blocks a growth signal that these cancers may rely on. Researchers hope to see if it can shrink tumors or stop them from growing.

This trial aimed to test the drug ASTX727 (Inqovi) alone or with donor immune cells in people with blood cancers who had a stem cell transplant. The goal was to see if it could control cancer that remained or came back. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling any patien…

This study tests a new drug called ziftomenib (KO-539) in people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has come back or not responded to treatment. The drug targets a specific genetic change (MLL rearrangement or NPM1 mutation) found in some patients. The goal is to find the saf…

This early-phase study tests a stem cell transplant method for people with advanced blood cancers like leukemia. Instead of using strong drugs to prevent complications, doctors give specially selected immune cells (regulatory T-cells) along with regular T-cells to help the body a…

This phase II trial is testing the drug binimetinib in 53 people whose cancers (excluding melanoma) have a specific genetic change called an NRAS mutation. Binimetinib blocks certain proteins that help these cancer cells grow. The study aims to see if the drug can shrink tumors o…

This phase 2 trial tests the drug crizotinib in patients with advanced cancers (other than lung cancer) that have a specific genetic change called ALK rearrangement. Crizotinib works by blocking the ALK protein, which may stop cancer cells from growing. The study enrolled only 5 …

This phase II trial tests the drug trametinib in 35 patients with advanced cancers that have certain BRAF mutations or fusions. The goal is to see if trametinib can shrink or stop cancer growth by blocking proteins that help cancer cells grow. The study focuses on patients whose …

This study tests a drug called ado-trastuzumab emtansine in people whose cancers have too many HER2 receptors (HER2 amplification), but not breast or stomach cancers. The drug combines an antibody that targets HER2 with a chemotherapy agent to kill cancer cells. Researchers want …

This phase II trial is testing the drug defactinib in 35 patients whose advanced cancers have a specific genetic change called an NF2 mutation. The drug works by blocking a protein that may help these cancer cells grow. Researchers want to see if defactinib can shrink tumors or s…

This phase 2 trial tests capivasertib (AZD5363) in 35 patients with advanced cancers that have an AKT mutation. The drug blocks a protein that helps cancer cells grow. Researchers want to see if it can shrink tumors or stop them from growing.

This study tests a drug called copanlisib in people whose cancers have a specific genetic mutation (PIK3CA). The drug works by blocking a protein that helps cancer cells grow. Researchers want to see if it can shrink tumors or stop them from growing. About 35 adults with advanced…

This phase II trial tests the drug taselisib in 70 patients with advanced cancers (excluding breast cancer) that have a specific genetic change called a PIK3CA mutation. The drug works by blocking a protein that helps cancer cells grow. Researchers want to see if taselisib can sh…

This study tests a new way to do stem cell transplants for children and young adults (up to age 22) with blood cancers like leukemia. Doctors remove certain immune cells from donated stem cells to lower the risk of graft-versus-host disease, a serious complication. The goal is to…

This study tests whether transferring stool from a healthy person into the gut of adults with blood cancers can restore good bacteria lost during chemotherapy. The goal is to reduce dangerous infections and improve quality of life. One hundred participants will be followed long-t…

This early-stage study tests an oral drug called MK-1026 in 12 Chinese adults with blood cancers (like lymphoma or leukemia) that returned or didn't respond to prior therapies. The main goals are to check the drug's safety and how the body processes it. Researchers will also look…

This phase II trial aimed to test the drug itacitinib in people with severe side effects from cancer immunotherapy that did not get better with steroids. The goal was to see if itacitinib could calm the overactive immune response causing these side effects. However, the study was…

This study tests a new drug called bexmarilimab, given together with standard treatments, for people with certain blood cancers (MDS, CMML, or AML). The goal is to first find a safe dose and then see if the combination helps shrink or control the cancer. About 181 adults are taki…

This early-phase trial tests whether a probiotic called CBM588 is safe and can improve outcomes in 36 patients who have received a donor stem cell transplant. The probiotic aims to increase healthy gut bacteria and reduce gut-related side effects like diarrhea and colon inflammat…

This study tests a new way to do stem cell transplants for 20 children with blood cancers or myelodysplasia who don't have a perfect donor match. Doctors remove certain immune cells from a parent's partially matched stem cells before transplant to help the new cells grow faster a…

This phase 2 trial tests whether isatuximab can help people whose blood cell counts stay low after a stem cell transplant for blood cancer. The study enrolls 12 adults whose disease is in remission but who have developed immune-related blood cell deficiencies. Participants receiv…

This early-stage trial tests a precise type of radiation (IMTMI) given with chemotherapy before a second donor stem cell transplant for people with advanced blood cancers that have returned. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if it can reduce side effects and prevent the…

This early-stage trial tests a new oral drug called KQB198, alone or with another drug (dasatinib), in 13 adults with advanced blood cancers that have not responded to prior treatments. The main goals are to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. Participants tak…

This study tests a modified plan to prevent and treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection in people with blood cancers who have had a donor stem cell transplant. CMV is a common virus that can cause serious problems after transplant. The study involves 153 participants and looks at w…

This study tests a new combination of three drugs (cyclophosphamide, abatacept, and tacrolimus) given at lower doses to prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in 27 adults receiving a stem cell transplant from a half-matched donor. GVHD is a serious condition where donor cells …

This first-in-human trial tests BYON4413, an antibody-drug conjugate designed to target and kill cancer cells in people with relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic neoplasms (MDS). The study involves 16 participants and aims to check safety, how th…

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding the drug tocilizumab to a standard transplant regimen can prevent graft failure and graft-versus-host disease in people with blood cancers receiving a special type of bone marrow transplant. The study involves 21 participants and aims to re…

This phase II trial tests whether the drug ustekinumab (Stelara) can prevent acute graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in 116 adults receiving stem cell transplants for blood cancers. GVHD occurs when donor immune cells attack the patient's body. Ustekinumab aims to calm this immune…

This study tests whether a lower dose of the drug cyclophosphamide, given after a stem cell transplant, can reduce side effects while still preventing the donor cells from attacking the recipient's body. The trial includes 105 people aged 15-65 with blood cancers like leukemia or…

This study tests whether a CMV-specific T cell immunity test can help doctors decide how long to give letermovir to prevent late CMV infection after a stem cell transplant. About 250 adults with blood cancers who had a first transplant will take part. The goal is to see if using …

This pilot study looks at whether a home exercise program plus a dietary supplement called nicotinamide riboside (similar to vitamin B3) can improve muscle health and insulin resistance in adult survivors of childhood cancer who have prediabetes. The study will enroll 20 people a…

This study tests a drug called acalabrutinib in 51 adults with moderate to severe chronic graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), a complication after a stem cell transplant. The goal is to see if the drug can control the disease when steroids have stopped working. Participants take th…

This early-stage trial is testing a new drug called GNC-035, a special antibody that targets four different signals on cancer cells. It is being given to 33 adults with blood cancers like lymphoma or leukemia that have come back or not responded to other treatments. The main goal…

This early-phase trial is testing a new drug called GNC-035, a tetra-specific antibody, in people with relapsed or refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and other blood cancers. The study aims to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Only 3 participants have been e…

This phase I trial tests an experimental imaging agent called 64Cu-DOTA-pembrolizumab, which is designed to attach to PD1, a protein on immune cells that often cluster around tumors. By injecting this agent and then performing a PET scan, researchers hope to see where these immun…

This phase 1 trial is testing a new imaging tracer called 68Ga-FAPI-46 to see where it collects in normal and cancerous tissues. About 30 people with various solid tumors or blood cancers will receive the tracer and then undergo a PET/CT scan. The goal is to understand how the tr…

This early study tests a new radioactive tracer called 68Ga-FAPI-46, which targets a protein (FAP) found around many tumors. About 26 people with various cancers will get a PET/CT scan using this tracer to see where it goes in the body. The goal is to learn if this tracer can hel…

This study tests a portable, self-administered device that measures heart function in childhood cancer survivors, who are at risk for heart problems from past treatments. Researchers will compare the device's accuracy and ease of use in the clinic and at home against standard hos…

This early-stage trial tests whether the drug ruxolitinib can prevent chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD) in 42 adults who had a stem cell transplant for blood cancer. Doctors use a blood test to find patients at high risk for cGVHD and then give them ruxolitinib to block t…

This study tests whether giving patients a transplant of healthy gut bacteria (from donated stool) can prevent severe graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) after a stem cell transplant. GVHD is a serious complication where donor immune cells attack the patient's body. The trial involv…

This study tests whether a daily broccoli seed and sprout extract (BSSE) can boost firefighters' natural ability to remove cancer-causing toxins from their bodies. Firefighters are often exposed to harmful chemicals like benzene, which increases their cancer risk. 72 firefighters…

This early-phase study tests whether vaccinating stem cell donors against cytomegalovirus (CMV) can prevent the virus from causing problems in blood cancer patients after a transplant. About 34 donor-recipient pairs are taking part. The vaccine is given to the donor before stem c…

This study tests whether a probiotic called Lactobacillus plantarum can prevent a serious complication called graft-versus-host disease (GvHD) in the gut of children receiving a donor stem cell transplant. About 173 children with blood cancers or other conditions are taking the p…

This study looks at how cancer patients feel about using marijuana products (THC or CBD) compared to opioids for pain relief. Researchers will survey 200 adults with cancer-related pain who are already taking strong opioids. The goal is to understand patient preferences and perce…

Researchers in Greece are testing a nine-session group program called TRANSFORM for people who have finished treatment for blood cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. The program combines teaching, reflection, coping exercises, and mindfulness to see whether it can spa…

This pilot study explores how four different meditation practices—breathing only, focused attention only, mindfulness only, and a combination of all three—affect relaxation in cancer survivors. Many cancer patients experience stress and anxiety, and meditation may help reduce dis…

This study tests a program called ASCENT that helps cancer survivors manage pain using an educational guide and coaching from community health workers and pain care managers. The goal is to improve pain control and lower the risk of opioid misuse. About 660 adults with cancer-rel…

This study tests whether inhaling lavender aromatherapy oil can reduce anxiety and pain for cancer patients undergoing a bone marrow biopsy. About 45 adults with cancer will be asked to use the oil during the procedure. The goal is to see if this simple, drug-free approach is som…

This study tests a digital program called MINDSET designed to help newly diagnosed cancer patients cope better with treatment. 440 participants will use either the program or a control, and complete questionnaires and blood tests. The goal is to see if the program improves physic…

This phase III trial tests whether listening to music during a bone marrow biopsy or aspiration can lower anxiety. About 113 adults with blood cancers will be randomly assigned to either receive standard care or also listen to music during the procedure. Researchers will measure …

This study explores whether an online expressive writing workshop can boost mental wellness in young adults (ages 18-39) with blood cancer. One hundred participants will either start the workshop right away or wait four weeks. Everyone takes surveys about their mood and stress ov…

This study tests if fast-acting opioids (fentanyl or morphine) can reduce shortness of breath during or after walking in 150 cancer patients who already take strong painkillers. Participants will take the drug or a placebo before a short walk test, and researchers will measure ch…

This study looks at whether weighted blankets can improve sleep for people with blood cancers. Researchers will check if the blankets are safe and if they help with sleep quality. The study involves 20 adult outpatients at MD Anderson Cancer Center.

This study looks at whether using the Calm meditation app for 10 minutes a day can help blood cancer patients who have trouble sleeping. Researchers will track sleep, mood, and inflammation in 276 participants over 20 weeks. The goal is to find a simple, drug-free way to improve …

This study tests whether a group retreat using psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) can safely reduce anxiety and depression in people with incurable cancer. Participants will receive a pharmaceutical-grade psilocybin along with guided discussions to help them ga…

This study tests whether olanzapine, a drug often used for mental health conditions, works better than megestrol acetate (the usual treatment) for improving appetite and preventing weight loss in people with advanced cancer. About 227 adults with cancer-related loss of appetite w…

This trial tests a mindfulness program that blends stress-reduction techniques with Christian principles to improve well-being in Black adult cancer survivors. Participants take part in a silent mindfulness retreat, focus groups, interviews, and questionnaires. The study measures…

This study looks at whether adding lorazepam to haloperidol can better reduce delirium (sudden confusion and agitation) in people with advanced cancer who are in a palliative care unit. About 93 participants will receive either haloperidol alone or with lorazepam, and their level…

This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) can improve symptoms like pain, anxiety, and fatigue in patients receiving a bone marrow transplant. About 28 adults will be randomly assigned to either VR sessions or standard care during their hospital stay. The goal is to see…

This study tests whether adding the steroid dexamethasone to a physical activity program helps reduce severe fatigue in people with advanced cancer. About 99 participants will take the drug or a placebo while doing strength and walking exercises. The goal is to see if the combina…

This phase 2 trial tests whether combining neurofeedback (a brain-wave training therapy) with the drug duloxetine can better relieve nerve pain caused by chemotherapy than either treatment alone. About 336 cancer survivors with persistent nerve pain will be randomly assigned to o…

This study looks at whether giving the painkiller hydromorphone slowly or quickly through an IV affects how well it controls cancer pain and how likely it is to be misused. About 84 hospitalized cancer patients with moderate to severe pain will receive both a slow and a fast infu…

This phase 2 trial tests whether combining cognitive behavioral therapy, a stimulant (methylphenidate), melatonin, and light therapy can improve sleep in cancer patients. About 68 patients currently on cancer treatment who have sleep problems will participate. The study measures …

This study tests whether teaching progressive muscle relaxation and providing psychoeducation can lower stress and increase hope in adults with blood cancers like leukemia or lymphoma. About 75 participants will learn these techniques and report their stress and hope levels. The …

This early-stage study tests an oral drug called ropidoxuridine (IPdR) combined with whole brain radiation in people whose cancer has spread to the brain. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the drug makes radiation more effective at killing tumor cells. About 11 adult…

This study tests whether a brief behavioral therapy (BBT-CI) or a healthy eating education program (HEAL) works better for reducing insomnia in cancer patients. About 400 adults with stage I-IV cancer who are currently receiving treatment and have sleep problems will take part. T…

This study tests whether a structured exercise program can reduce chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) — nerve damage causing pain, numbness, or tingling. About 133 cancer patients who received certain chemotherapies will either follow an exercise plan or receive sta…

This study tests whether a relaxation breathing exercise can help reduce nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy in people with blood cancers. Sixty-eight patients are split into two groups: one does breathing exercises three times a day plus standard care, the other gets stan…

This phase 3 trial tests whether bupropion, a drug used for depression and smoking cessation, can reduce fatigue in 422 cancer survivors. Participants have stable disease or no evidence of cancer and report moderate to severe fatigue. They receive either bupropion or a placebo, a…

This study tests a mobile app called CARE designed to support caregivers of people receiving a bone marrow transplant. The goal is to see if using the app improves the caregiver's quality of life and reduces stress. About 120 adult caregivers will participate, and their well-bein…

This phase II trial tests whether a natural supplement called PEA can relieve nerve pain, numbness, and tingling caused by chemotherapy in cancer patients. About 88 adults who have had nerve symptoms for at least 3 months after chemo will take PEA or a placebo for 8 weeks. The st…

This study screens up to 10,000 people with blood disorders or healthy volunteers to see if they can safely join other active research studies at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Participants undergo clinical, imaging, and lab tests. If no suitable study is availabl…

Researchers at Peking University First Hospital are studying how the immune system responds to SARS-CoV-2 infection in people who have blood cancers compared with people who have no underlying diseases. The observational study enrolls 60 participants and collects clinical details…

This study follows up to 1,000 adults who previously received gene therapy in a National Cancer Institute study. Researchers will contact participants yearly for up to 15 years to check for any long-term side effects, such as new cancers or nerve problems. No new treatments are g…

Researchers at the University of California, San Francisco are testing a mobile app built for survivors of childhood cancer and their caregivers. The app shows each person their treatment history and follow-up recommendations, and sends messages to help them learn about their dia…

This study collects blood, bone marrow, urine, and tissue samples from up to 6,000 people with solid tumors, blood cancers, or non-cancerous blood disorders, as well as from their healthy family members who are stem cell donors. The samples are stored and used in research to bett…

This study is creating a large registry of 800 lymphoma patients in Malawi to collect detailed information about the disease. Researchers will perform biopsies and track patients over time to understand how lymphoma affects people in sub-Saharan Africa. The goal is to gather data…

This study enrolls 400 adolescents and young adults (ages 18-39) recently diagnosed with various cancers. Participants are randomly assigned to either choose which health-related questions they answer or receive a fixed set of questions. The goal is to see if giving patients a ch…

This study does not provide any new treatment. It follows about 1,000 adults who previously received CAR T-cell gene therapy at the NIH. Researchers will check for long-term side effects through blood tests, clinic visits, and annual phone calls for up to 15 years, as required by…

This study follows nearly 1,900 cancer patients who tested positive for COVID-19. Researchers collect blood samples, medical records, and images to see how the virus impacts their cancer treatment and overall health. The goal is to learn which factors make COVID-19 more severe in…

This phase II trial, called MATCH, is testing whether treating cancer based on the genetic makeup of a patient's tumor works better than standard treatments. Over 6,400 adults with advanced solid tumors, lymphomas, or multiple myeloma that have not responded to prior therapy are …

This pilot study tests a mobile app called oncpatient designed to help cancer patients navigate radiation therapy. The app provides easy-to-access information about treatment logistics and side effect management. Researchers will enroll 20 adults with cancer who are about to star…

This study enrolls 50 adults with any type of cancer to test whether watching a video and reading a handout improves their knowledge and beliefs about cancer clinical trials. Participants complete a survey before and after the educational materials to measure any change. The goal…

This study looks at how well the heart, lungs, and muscles work together in people who have had a stem cell transplant. Researchers want to find out why transplant survivors have a higher risk of heart disease. About 350 adults with blood cancers will be followed for two years af…

This study collects tissue and blood samples from 1,200 adults with known or suspected cancer. The samples are taken during standard surgeries or biopsies, with no extra procedures. Researchers will compare cancerous and normal tissues to identify differences that could lead to n…

This study looks at whether a mobile health program combined with social media can help teens and young adults who survived childhood cancer become more physically active. About 387 participants will either use the program plus a fitness tracker or just the tracker alone. The goa…

This study uses bone marrow samples from 70 people with blood cancers to create 3D organoids—tiny lab-grown models that mimic the tumor's environment. Researchers will test different chemotherapy combinations on these organoids to see which kills the most cancer cells. The goal i…

This study follows 250 people who have had a donor stem cell transplant to see if respiratory viruses lead to a lung condition called bronchiolitis obliterans syndrome (BOS). Participants use a handheld device at home to measure lung function and provide nasal swabs and blood sam…

This study looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the well-being and quality of life of over 13,000 cancer patients and survivors. Researchers used questionnaires to gather information on experiences like exposure, isolation, and financial disruptions. The goal is to underst…

This study follows 549 children, teens, and young adults with cancer to see how their immune systems respond to COVID-19 vaccines. Researchers collect blood samples to measure protective antibodies. The goal is to learn how cancer and its treatment affect vaccine effectiveness, a…

This study follows 500 children and young adults who received gene therapy for cancer as part of earlier trials. Researchers will monitor them for up to 15 years to detect any delayed side effects. Participants have blood tests and health check-ups at regular intervals. No new tr…

This study looks at how spirituality — personal beliefs, values, and meaning — influences adults recently diagnosed with blood cancers like lymphoma or leukemia, as well as their loved ones. Participants fill out three questionnaires about spiritual well-being, quality of life, a…

This study tests a symptom questionnaire designed for teenagers with cancer. Researchers will interview 41 adolescents aged 13-17 to see if the survey accurately captures their symptoms. The goal is to improve how doctors understand and manage symptoms in young cancer patients.

This observational study at Mayo Clinic looks at how immunotherapy drugs affect balance and hearing in cancer patients. Researchers will test 50 adults before and during treatment to see if their vestibular (balance) system changes over a year. The goal is to better understand si…

This study planned to check how often the adrenal glands stop working properly after chemotherapy in adults with blood cancers. It aimed to measure cortisol levels after a stimulation test. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no results are …

This study looks at how doctors and patients feel about a new approach to picking antibiotics for people with blood cancers who have a reported penicillin allergy. The goal is to understand what might make it easier or harder to use this approach in everyday hospital care. About …

This study surveys 200 cancer patients and their doctors about their experiences with telemedicine (video visits) in radiation oncology. Participants answer a 10-minute questionnaire on satisfaction. The goal is to understand how well virtual care works for cancer follow-ups and …

This study looks at how well nutritional assessments can detect malnutrition in older adults with cancer. Researchers will follow 180 patients to see if nutrition status is linked to survival at 6 months and 1 year. The goal is to find better ways to identify and address malnutri…

This study looks at whether cancer patients feel their doctors show more empathy during in-person visits with protective gear (PPE) or during video calls without it. About 107 adults from MD Anderson's emergency center will share their views after a conversation with their doctor…

This study aims to find out how often cannabis withdrawal happens and how severe it is in patients with blood cancers who are hospitalized for a bone marrow transplant or CAR-T therapy. Researchers will track symptoms like mood changes and physical discomfort using a standard que…

This study follows 1,000 people who previously received gene-modified cell therapies (like Yescarta or Tecartus) for blood or solid cancers. No new treatment is given. Researchers will watch for late side effects, growth in children, and overall survival. The goal is to better un…

This study looks at whether a financial navigation program can help cancer patients and their partners manage the high costs of treatment. About 331 people with advanced cancer will get either the program or usual care. The goal is to see if this support reduces financial hardshi…

This early-stage study tests whether the cholesterol drug atorvastatin can reduce levels of a faulty protein (p53) in people with various cancers, including solid tumors and leukemia. About 50 participants will take atorvastatin for 1 to 4 weeks before their planned surgery or tr…

This study surveys parents of children with cancer to learn about their attitudes and beliefs regarding the risks of using opioids for pain. Pain is common in pediatric cancer, and opioids are a key treatment, but parents often hesitate or underuse them. The goal is to fill a kno…

This study looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the quality of life of 274 cancer patients who also have neuropathy (nerve pain). All participants had taken part in earlier clinical trials. Researchers want to see if there are differences between those who received a brain…

This study looks at whether older adults with cancer can use computer surveys (like on a tablet or computer) to answer health questions. Researchers want to see if these digital tools are easy to use, reliable, and give the same results as paper surveys. About 100 people aged 65 …

This study surveys 1,200 incarcerated women at a Florida prison to understand their cancer screening history, awareness, and barriers. The goal is to use this information to create a digital education module on cancer screening for prisons. No treatment or intervention is given; …

This study uses a brain wave test (EEG) to check if cancer patients who seem unresponsive in their last days can still hear or feel. Researchers will measure brain activity when sounds or words are played. The goal is to help families and doctors understand what patients may expe…

This study tests whether personalized telehealth coaching can help young adult cancer survivors become more physically active and improve their diet. Researchers are enrolling 374 survivors aged 18-54 who are not very active. Participants receive one-on-one sessions with a clinic…

This study from MD Anderson Cancer Center surveys 117 advanced cancer patients about whether they've discussed with family how to manage their social media accounts after death. The goal is to understand patient needs and identify sources of stress around digital legacy. Particip…

This study looks at how financial stress affects people recently diagnosed with cancer. Researchers will survey 625 patients to understand what factors contribute to financial hardship. The goal is to identify targets for future programs that could help ease the financial burden …

This study looks at whether a special video mentoring program (called ECHO) can help diagnostic imaging doctors feel more connected and work more efficiently. About 36 doctors from MD Anderson will take part in regular online team meetings. The goal is to see if this approach imp…

This study looks at whether training and support can help cancer clinics give special check-ups (called geriatric assessments) to patients aged 65 and older who are starting a new cancer treatment. These check-ups help find and address health issues, support needs, and daily life…

This study follows 178 patients who previously received an AvenCell CAR-T cell therapy for cancers like lymphoma, leukemia, or prostate cancer. Researchers will track delayed side effects, including new cancers or autoimmune issues, for years. No new treatment is given—this is pu…

This study is collecting blood, saliva, and health information from 2,100 Black and White cancer patients who are receiving immunotherapy (drugs that help the immune system fight cancer). The goal is to see if there are differences in side effects and how well the treatment works…

This study follows about 150 people who previously received Caribou cell therapy for blood cancers like lymphoma or leukemia. Researchers will check for long-term side effects and overall survival for up to 15 years after treatment. No new treatment is given—this is just observat…

This study tests whether a program where older adults (65+) with blood cancer see a team of healthcare providers can help them stay fit and resilient after a stem cell transplant. The program includes health coaching, quality-of-life assessments, and questionnaires. The main goal…

This study looks at whether having naturally low testosterone levels increases the risk of dementia, depression, or anxiety. Researchers will analyze genetic data from large biobanks (like UK Biobank) to see if certain genes linked to low testosterone are also linked to these men…

This study looks at a new method for giving the cancer drug vincristine to infants and young children. The goal is to see if this new way of calculating the dose leads to similar drug levels in the blood as the standard method used in older children. About 83 children up to 12 ye…

This study tests a program called PATH-C that uses positive psychology exercises to improve well-being, quality of life, and physical activity in caregivers of stem cell transplant patients. About 80 adult caregivers will be randomly assigned to the program or usual support. The …

This study looks at how photobiomodulation (a type of light therapy) affects mouth sores and other oral symptoms in patients receiving a stem cell transplant. Researchers will track pain, taste changes, and dry mouth in about 6 patients. The goal is to gather information to impro…

This study was designed to track how the immune system recovers after CAR-T cell therapy and to test a pneumococcal vaccine (PCV-21) in these patients. It planned to enroll 50 adults with blood cancers or solid tumors. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were…

This study looks at whether whole body MRI scans and liquid biopsies (blood tests) are acceptable to people with a strong family history of cancer. Researchers want to see if these tools can help find early-stage cancers that standard screenings might miss. The study involves 100…

This study compares a new PET-CT scanner built into the RefleXion radiotherapy system with standard PET-CT scans in 20 adults with various cancers. The goal is to see if the new scanner can find the same cancer spots, so patients might need fewer scans before radiation therapy. T…

This study looks at whether the shingles vaccine (HZ/su) is safe for pregnant women aged 18-49 with weakened immune systems. Researchers will track about 2,800 women to see if the vaccine raises the risk of birth defects or other problems in their babies. The goal is to provide r…

This study was designed to look at cancer patients with neutropenic fever (fever with low white blood cells) to see how many had serious complications. The goal was to help decide which patients might be safely treated at home instead of in the hospital. However, the study was wi…