Nervous system neoplasm
MONDO:0021248A neoplasm (disease) that involves the nervous system.
Also known as: neoplasm of nervous system, neoplasm of the nervous system, nervous system neoplasm (disease), nervous system neoplasms, nervous system tumor, nervous system tumour, tumor of nervous system, tumor of the nervous system
3921 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 8 tagged with Nervous system neoplasm itself.
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Browse by category →Sub-types of Nervous system neoplasm
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Nervous system cancer 17 trials · 1,996 incl. sub-types
6 sub-types
- Central nervous system cancer 130 trials · 1,699 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Sensory system cancer 0 trials · 232 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Cutaneous neuroendocrine carcinoma 78 trials
- Peripheral nervous system cancer 0 trials · 66 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Ectomesenchymoma 1 trial
- Adrenal gland neuroblastoma 0 trials Sub-types →
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Central nervous system neoplasm 51 trials · 1,979 incl. sub-types
10 sub-types
- Central nervous system cancer 130 trials · 1,699 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Brain neoplasm 246 trials · 1,077 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Tumor of meninges 1 trial · 123 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Central nervous system hematopoietic neoplasm 0 trials · 107 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Spinal cord neoplasm 36 trials · 77 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Autonomic nervous system neoplasm 0 trials · 60 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Central nervous system organ benign neoplasm 1 trial · 57 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Central nervous system germ cell tumor 6 trials · 9 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Epidural abscess 5 trials
- Optic nerve neoplasm 1 trial · 4 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Neuroepithelial neoplasm 6 trials · 1,339 incl. sub-types
6 sub-types
- Glioma 462 trials · 1,160 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Primitive neuroectodermal tumor 14 trials · 228 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Mixed neuronal-glial tumor 5 trials · 21 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Pineal parenchymal cell neoplasm 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Neuroepithelioma 0 trials
- Papillary tumor of the pineal region 0 trials
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Peripheral nervous system neoplasm 3 trials · 196 incl. sub-types
9 sub-types
- Nerve sheath neoplasm 8 trials · 123 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Peripheral nervous system cancer 0 trials · 66 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Autonomic nervous system neoplasm 0 trials · 60 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Cranial nerve neoplasm 0 trials · 8 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Benign neoplasm of peripheral nervous system 0 trials Sub-types →
- Mediastinal neural neoplasm 0 trials Sub-types →
- Nerve plexus neoplasm 0 trials Sub-types →
- Nerve root neoplasm 0 trials Sub-types →
- Peripheral ganglioneuroblastoma 0 trials Sub-types →
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Tumor of cranial and spinal nerves 0 trials · 129 incl. sub-types
4 sub-types
- Benign peripheral nerve sheath tumor 0 trials · 110 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumor 36 trials · 38 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Optic pathway glioma 11 trials Sub-types →
- Perineurioma 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Nervous system benign neoplasm 0 trials · 87 incl. sub-types
5 sub-types
- Central nervous system organ benign neoplasm 1 trial · 57 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Sensory organ benign neoplasm 0 trials · 20 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Hemangioblastoma 9 trials · 10 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Neurocutaneous melanocytosis 1 trial
- Phakomatosis pigmentokeratotica 0 trials
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Retina neoplasm 2 trials · 36 incl. sub-types
5 sub-types
- Retinal cancer 2 trials · 35 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Retinal cell neoplasm 0 trials · 34 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Benign neoplasm of retina 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Retinal capillary malformation 0 trials
- Retinal neuroblastoma 0 trials
Most studied deeper sub-types
Showing the 400 most recently updated of 647 trials in this tab.
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Can the Body's own immune cells beat a recurrent brain tumor?
Cure CompletedThis phase 2 trial tests whether giving patients their own tumor-specific immune cells, along with a dendritic cell vaccine, can help fight recurrent medulloblastoma or primitive neuroectodermal tumors. Participants receive these treatments after high-dose chemotherapy and a stem…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Cure
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a cancer vaccine train the body to fight advanced tumors?
Cure CompletedThis phase 1 trial is testing an experimental therapeutic cancer vaccine called AST-021p in people with advanced solid tumors that no longer respond to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the vaccine is safe and can trigger an immune response against the cancer. Participan…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Aston Sci. Inc. • Aim: Cure
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Custom-Made cancer vaccine tested in 25 patients
Vaccine CompletedThis study tested whether a personalized vaccine could be safely made and given to 25 adults with advanced cancers that cannot be cured. The vaccine was custom-made for each person. The main goal was to check for side effects and see if the approach is feasible.
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Aaron Miller • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Triple drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat brain lymphoma
Disease control CompletedResearchers are testing a combination of rituximab, acalabrutinib, and durvalumab in adults with primary central nervous system lymphoma, a rare cancer that starts in the brain or spinal cord. The trial enrolls people whose disease has returned or worsened after earlier treatment…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Health Research Institutes, Taiwan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Targeted pill shows promise for rare genetic tumor types
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 study tested the drug erdafitinib in 316 adults and children with advanced solid tumors that have specific FGFR gene mutations or fusions. The main goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors. Participants took erdafitinib tablets daily. The study is now complete…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Laser and immunotherapy combo takes on recurrent brain tumors
Disease control CompletedThis study tests a combination of laser heat therapy (LITT) and the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab in 32 adults with recurrent glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. The laser heats and destroys hard-to-reach tumors, while pembrolizumab helps the immune system fight cancer c…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug TdCyd aims to reactivate Tumor-Fighting genes in advanced cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called TdCyd in 27 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug is designed to turn back on genes that may slow tumor growth. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effect…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to boost cancer treatment
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested whether adding nilotinib (a pill) to paclitaxel (a chemotherapy) is safe and tolerable for people with advanced solid tumors that no longer respond to standard treatments. The study included 47 adults and children aged 12 and older. Researchers aimed…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny gadolinium particles aim to make brain radiation hit harder
Disease control CompletedResearchers are testing whether adding AGuIX, a gadolinium-based nanoparticle, to whole brain radiation therapy improves how well brain metastases shrink in adults whose cancer has spread to the brain. Participants receive standard whole brain radiation, and some also receive thr…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can zapping brain tumors boost immunotherapy against lung cancer?
Disease control CompletedResearchers are testing whether adding brain radiotherapy to PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors and chemotherapy helps people with untreated stage IV non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to the brain. The trial enrolls about 40 adults whose tumors lack common driver mutations and whose …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can flooding the liver with chemotherapy stop ocular melanoma?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests a treatment called Melphalan/HDS for people whose eye melanoma has spread to the liver. The approach delivers high-dose melphalan, a chemotherapy drug, straight into the liver through a device system while limiting exposure to the rest of the body. Researchers wa…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Delcath Systems Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo takes on tough cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called vilastobart, alone or with another drug (atezolizumab), in 125 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers also looke…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Xilio Development, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with tough neuroblastoma: drug combo aims to shrink tumors
Disease control CompletedThis study tests a drug called apatinib combined with two chemotherapy drugs (irinotecan and temozolomide) in children aged 5 to 18 with neuroblastoma that has returned or not improved after standard treatment. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors and help chil…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Precision radiation may tame nerve tumors without surgery
Disease control CompletedResearchers are reviewing records from 200 adults who received CyberKnife stereotactic radiosurgery for vestibular schwannomas, benign tumors on the nerve that controls hearing and balance. The study compares MRI scans before and after treatment to see if the tumors shrink or sto…
Sponsor: Hartmann Oncology Radiotherapy Group, France • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Electric fields and a blood vessel blocker take aim at recurrent brain tumors
Disease control CompletedResearchers are testing whether combining bevacizumab, a drug that blocks new blood vessel growth, with Optune, a device that delivers electric fields to the brain, can help people with recurrent high-grade meningioma. Participants wear the Optune device for at least 18 hours a d…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can cutting arginine from the diet starve solid tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 1 trial is testing whether a diet that severely limits arginine—an amino acid some tumors depend on—is safe and might help control solid tumors. About 25 adults with solid tumors will follow a specially designed low-arginine liquid diet for two 3-week cycles while cont…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug SG1827 enters first human tests for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tests a new drug, SG1827, in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments or have no standard therapy available. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and get a first look at whether it c…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Hangzhou Sumgen Biotech Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a modified herpes virus outsmart brain cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 1 trial tests a genetically engineered virus called C134, made from a herpes simplex virus, in people with recurrent malignant glioma, a type of brain cancer. The virus is injected directly into the tumor, where it aims to infect and kill cancer cells while also trigge…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fiber fuel: could a High-Fiber diet boost cancer treatment?
Disease control CompletedThis study looks at whether eating a high-fiber diet (over 21 grams per day) can change gut bacteria and improve the immune system's ability to fight solid tumors like colorectal cancer. About 25 adults with solid tumors will follow this diet to see if it is safe and helps with t…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could dropping one chemo drug improve life for young brain tumor patients?
Disease control CompletedThis phase III trial compares two chemotherapy approaches for children and young adults with previously untreated low grade glioma, a type of brain or spinal cord tumor. One group receives the standard combination of carboplatin and vincristine, while the other receives carboplat…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Alicia Lenzen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new antibody help the immune system fight Hard-to-Treat tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests an experimental drug called SNS-101, which targets a protein called VISTA that may help tumors evade the immune system. Researchers give SNS-101 alone or with another immunotherapy, cemiplimab, to adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to stand…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Sensei Biotherapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune cell boost shows promise against childhood cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested whether giving activated natural killer (NK) cells, with or without a protein called rhIL15, is safe and feasible for children and young adults with solid tumors that didn't respond to other treatments. Sixteen participants received chemotherapy to l…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can splitting radiation save more hearing in acoustic neuroma patients?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests two ways of delivering Cyberknife radiation to people with acoustic neuromas, benign tumors on the hearing nerve. One group receives a single radiation session, while the other receives three sessions. The goal is to see which approach better preserves useful hea…
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a custom vaccine train the immune system to fight brain cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial is testing whether combining the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab with a personalized vaccine made from a patient's own tumor cells can help the immune system attack recurrent glioblastoma, a type of brain cancer that has returned after initial treatment. T…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Drug combo shows promise in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis phase 1 trial tested the combination of dasatinib (a pill) and bevacizumab (an infusion) in 50 adults with advanced solid tumors that no longer respond to standard treatments. The goal was to find the safest dose and see how well the two drugs work together to slow cancer gr…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can targeted radiation retrain recurrent brain tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests whether multisession radiosurgery, a type of focused radiation delivered in several sessions using the Cyberknife system, can safely control atypical meningiomas that remain or come back after surgery. The study enrolls adults with grade II meningiomas who have r…
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can multiple radiation doses tame large brain tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis trial follows 178 adults with benign meningiomas that are large, medium-sized, or located near critical brain areas. Researchers use a robotic system called CyberKnife to deliver radiation in multiple sessions, aiming to control tumor growth while limiting damage to nearby h…
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an experimental drug shrink advanced solid tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 1 trial tests an experimental drug called MRG003 in people with advanced solid tumors, including colorectal cancer, head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, and nasopharyngeal carcinoma. The study aims to find a safe dose and to see whether the drug can shrink tumors. Pa…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Lepu Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental combo targets rare childhood brain cancer
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tests whether a drug called trastuzumab, given with an immune booster (GM-CSF), can safely reach and treat recurrent ependymoma in children. Ten children with this rare brain tumor will receive the drugs to see if the treatment is safe and can be detected in the …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can targeted radiation save sight while shrinking eye tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether multisession radiosurgery, a precise form of radiation delivered in several doses, can control optic nerve sheath meningiomas, benign tumors that grow around the nerve connecting the eye to the brain. Researchers will enroll about 50 adults with a single …
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tests an experimental drug called MK-6837, given alone or with another drug (pembrolizumab), in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug sh…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in halting advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a combination of two drugs, vandetanib and everolimus, in 151 people with advanced or metastatic cancer that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if the combination could slow or stop cancer grow…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new chemo combo outsmart small cell lung cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis trial is testing whether a new form of chemotherapy called PLX038 can be safely combined with the PARP inhibitor rucaparib to shrink tumors in people with small cell lung cancer, small cell cancer outside the lungs, or other solid tumors. The study has two parts: first, find…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy plus precision radiation shows promise for rare skin cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tested whether adding stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) to the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) works better than pembrolizumab alone for advanced Merkel cell carcinoma, a rare and aggressive skin cancer. Nine patients with metastatic disea…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could cutting a wider margin around brain tumors extend survival?
Disease control CompletedThis pilot trial asks whether removing a wider margin of brain tissue around a high-grade glioma—beyond the standard visible tumor boundary—can improve survival without causing more neurological harm. It enrolls adults with a first-time diagnosis of high-grade glioma in a surgica…
Sponsor: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug candidate CBX-12 tested in patients with Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called CBX-12 in 69 adults with advanced solid tumors (like ovarian, lung, breast, or colon cancer) that had stopped responding to standard therapies. The main goals were to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and see if it could sh…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Cybrexa Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Drug combo outsmart returning childhood cancers?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial is testing whether combining two chemotherapy drugs—temozolomide and topotecan—can help children with neuroblastoma, brain tumors, or other solid tumors that have come back or not responded to standard treatment. Participants receive temozolomide by mouth and t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a targeted drug combo outsmart brain lymphoma?
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial is testing whether adding the targeted drug orelabrutinib to a standard chemotherapy regimen can safely treat newly diagnosed primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL), a rare type of lymphoma that starts in the brain or spinal cord. The study will en…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Drug combo beat tough childhood cancers?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial is testing whether combining two chemotherapy drugs, gemcitabine and oxaliplatin, can shrink tumors in children and adolescents with certain solid cancers that have come back or not responded to standard treatment. The study includes patients with medulloblasto…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which eye surgery better restores clear vision after pterygium?
Disease control CompletedThis trial compares two surgical techniques for removing a pterygium, a fleshy growth on the eye's surface that can distort vision. Researchers are testing whether using a piece of the patient's own conjunctiva (the clear tissue covering the eye) or a preserved amniotic membrane …
Sponsor: Instituto de Oftalmología Fundación Conde de Valenciana • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can reflex exercises unlock better hand skills in kids with delays?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests whether Masgutova Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration (MNRI) therapy can improve fine motor skills in children aged 2-6 with developmental delays. Participants receive either MNRI sessions or standard care for four weeks. The study measures changes in hand funct…
Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a glowing dye help surgeons remove pituitary tumors more completely?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests whether giving a fluorescent dye called indocyanine green during endoscopic surgery helps surgeons remove non-functioning pituitary macroadenomas more completely. About 34 adults with these tumors will be randomly assigned to receive the dye or not during surgery…
Sponsor: Tomislav Felbabić • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental COM902 drug shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested an experimental drug called COM902, alone or with other drugs, in 94 people with advanced cancers like ovarian, lung, and colon cancer. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers also looked for early signs that the drug m…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Compugen Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a One-Two punch slow recurrent brain cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis phase III trial compares two treatment strategies for people whose glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer, has returned or progressed after initial therapy. One group receives bevacizumab alone, while the other receives dose-dense temozolomide followed by bevacizumab if th…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Kyorin University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a modified herpes virus turn the tide against advanced cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial is testing an investigational therapy called OH2, a modified herpes simplex virus designed to infect and destroy cancer cells while also stimulating the immune system. The study will evaluate OH2 alone or in combination with the immunotherapy drug pembroliz…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Binhui Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a new drug tame advanced solid tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called AEB1102 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments or for which no standard treatment exists. The main goal is to find the highest dose that is safe and to understand the drug's…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Immedica Pharma AB • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could a ketogenic diet boost brain cancer treatment?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding a metabolic therapy program (fasting and a ketogenic diet) to standard treatment (chemoradiation and chemotherapy) is safe and feasible for people with glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. The approach aims to starve cancer cells by lowering …
Sponsor: Waikato Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a 7-Week brain tumor treatment beat the standard 10-Week plan?
Disease control CompletedThis trial asks whether it is safe to shorten the total treatment time for people with newly diagnosed high-grade gliomas, a type of aggressive brain tumor. The usual plan is laser surgery followed by radiation and chemotherapy, taking about 10 weeks. The study tests starting rad…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a modified herpes virus fight recurrent brain tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis trial is testing an experimental treatment called OH2, a modified herpes simplex virus, for people with recurrent central nervous system tumors, including glioblastoma. The virus is injected into the tumor cavity after surgery to see if it can safely attack cancer cells and …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Binhui Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New vaccine aims to train immune system to attack childhood cancer
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests a vaccine designed to help the immune system recognize and attack neuroblastoma, a type of childhood cancer. The vaccine contains two antigens found on neuroblastoma cells, plus an adjuvant to boost the immune response. Participants also take an oral supplement c…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets tough cancers in early human trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial is testing an oral drug called ATRN-119 in 132 people with advanced solid tumors that have specific DNA repair mutations. The main goals are to check safety, how the drug moves through the body, and whether it can shrink tumors. Participants must be able to…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Aprea Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug SKB410 enters human testing for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage study tests a new drug called SKB410 in about 54 adults with advanced solid tumors who have no standard treatment options left. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and see if it can shrink tumors. Participants receive multiple doses…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Sichuan Kelun-Biotech Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an RNAi drug shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 1 trial is testing an experimental drug called STP707 in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study aims to find a safe dose and see whether the drug can slow or shrink tumors. Participants receive STP707 b…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Sirnaomics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radioactive drug shows promise against advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new radioactive drug, 177Lu-NeoB, in 35 adults with advanced solid tumors that have a specific marker (GRPR). The goal was to check safety, find the best dose, and see if it shrinks tumors. It is an early-stage trial, so it focuses on safety and dosing, not a …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Advanced Accelerator Applications • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets rare eye cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tests whether combining pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) with lenvatinib (a targeted therapy) can control metastatic uveal melanoma, a rare eye cancer that has spread. About 51 adults are enrolled in two groups: those who have never taken Tebentafusp and those…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a targeted drug slow deadly brain cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tests whether the experimental drug BKM120 can slow or stop the growth of recurrent glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer, in patients whose tumors have an activated PI3K pathway. Some participants take the drug before surgery to see if it reaches the brain…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: L. Nicolas Gonzalez Castro, MD, PhD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Custom-Made cancer vaccine shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis completed phase I/IIb trial tested a personalized vaccine made from each patient's unique tumor mutations. Eight adults with advanced solid tumors or high recurrence risk received the vaccine alongside an immune booster and later checkpoint inhibitors. The goal was to see if…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Seqker Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new infusion drug tame advanced solid tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial is testing an experimental drug called SM3321 in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and tolerable, and to find the best dose. Participants receive SM3321 as a we…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Beijing StarMab Biomed Technology Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug JS015 takes first steps against advanced solid tumors
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called JS015 in people with advanced solid tumors who have run out of standard treatment options. The main goal is to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and see how the body processes it. Up to 12 participants will recei…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Junshi Bioscience Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug SHR-7367 takes first step against advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called SHR-7367 in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed by surgery. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and see if it can shrink tumors. About 22 participants will …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Hengrui Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental pill takes on advanced cancers alongside immunotherapy
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tests an experimental oral drug, MK-6598, both by itself and in combination with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab (Keytruda) in adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see early signs of t…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo takes on advanced cancers in first human trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tests an experimental drug called ANV600, given alone or with the immunotherapy Keytruda, in 240 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety and see if the drug can shrink tumors. Beca…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Anaveon AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI takes on IBD colonoscopy: could it outsmart a special light?
Disease control CompletedPeople with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have a higher risk of colorectal cancer and need regular colonoscopies to catch early warning signs. This study compares two techniques—narrow-band imaging (a special light) and an artificial intelligence (AI) system—to see which finds…
Sponsor: Vall d'Hebron Institute Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tailored radiation blasts brain tumors where They're most likely to return
Disease control CompletedThis study tests a personalized approach to radiation therapy for people with glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. After surgery, each participant receives a radiation plan that delivers a higher dose to the areas where the tumor is most likely to come back. The goal is to s…
Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill takes on tough cancers: first human trial begins
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tests a new oral drug called TT125-802 in 50 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung cancer) that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the right dose, and see if it can shrink tumors. It is a fi…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: TOLREMO therapeutics AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double immunotherapy plus liver blockade targets eye cancer that spreads
Disease control CompletedThis trial investigates whether combining two immunotherapy drugs (ipilimumab and nivolumab) with a procedure called immunoembolization can help people whose uveal melanoma has spread to the liver. The drugs help the immune system attack cancer cells, while immunoembolization cut…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental cell therapy takes aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tests an experimental cell therapy called IBR854 in people with advanced solid tumors that cannot be surgically removed or have spread. The main goals are to check the treatment's safety and find the right dose. Participants receive the cells by infusion tw…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Imbioray (Hangzhou) Biomedicine Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to keep patients on track after Infection-Related hospitalizations
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a program to help people with opioid use disorder stay on their medication after being hospitalized for serious infections like endocarditis or bone infections. Forty adults took part to see if the program was practical and helpful. The goal is to improve long-t…
Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill takes aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tests an experimental tablet called YZJ-5053 in people with advanced solid tumors who have no standard treatment options left. The main goals are to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers will also look at how the drug moves through the bo…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Haiyan Pharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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DNA vaccine trains immune system to fight brain cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tests a DNA vaccine called ITI-1001 in people with newly diagnosed glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. The vaccine is designed to teach the immune system to recognize and attack cancer cells that carry common cytomegalovirus (CMV) proteins. About 10 p…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Immunomic Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising combo tackles tough cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested the safety of combining two drugs—pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) and AMG386 (which targets blood vessel growth)—in 62 people with advanced solid tumors like melanoma, ovarian, renal, or colorectal cancer. The main goals were to find the safest dose…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a drug make radiation work better against aggressive brain tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding the drug ZARNESTRA to standard radiation therapy can slow tumor growth in people with glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. Twenty-seven patients took the drug daily starting a week before radiation and continuing through treatment. The main g…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain tumor trial delivers targeted toxin directly into tumors
Disease control CompletedThis phase 1 study tested a drug called D2C7-IT in 81 adults with recurrent malignant glioma (a type of brain tumor). The drug is a lab-made antibody linked to a toxin that targets specific proteins on tumor cells. It was infused directly into the tumor over 72 hours using thin t…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Darell Bigner • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug combo tested in early human trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called IOS-1002, given alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, in 47 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. Research…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: ImmunOs Therapeutics AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a vaccine keep melanoma from coming back? large trial tests immune boosters
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether a yeast-derived immune stimulant (GM-CSF) and a peptide vaccine, alone or together, could prevent melanoma from returning after surgery. 815 patients with no visible cancer after complete surgical removal of advanced melanoma were randomly assign…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New antibody combo shows promise in tough childhood cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested the safety of giving a monoclonal antibody (dinutuximab) along with immune-boosting drugs and a vitamin-like drug to children with high-risk neuroblastoma after a stem cell transplant. The goal was to see if this combination could be given safely and hel…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New drug duo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 study tested a combination of two drugs—olaparib and pembrolizumab—in 333 adults with advanced solid tumors that have specific DNA repair problems (HRR mutations or HRD). The goal was to see if the combo could shrink tumors or slow their growth. Participants had alre…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Could a dementia drug shield kids' brains from radiation damage?
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested whether memantine, a drug used for dementia in adults, could help prevent memory and thinking problems in children receiving brain radiation for tumors like glioma or craniopharyngioma. 41 children aged 6-21 took either memantine or a placebo during radiat…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New cancer drug CFI-402257 enters first human trial
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 1 trial tested an investigational oral drug called CFI-402257 in 52 people with advanced solid tumors, including breast cancer, that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check how the drug moves through the body. It w…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Chemotherapy delivered straight to the brain: a new hope for recurrent tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a method called convection-enhanced delivery to pump the chemotherapy drug topotecan directly into brain tumors in 16 patients with recurrent malignant brain tumors. The goal was to see if this approach is safe and to find the best dose, while also m…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Lab-grown stem cells may restore damaged eye surfaces
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether a graft made from a patient's own or donor stem cells can repair the cornea's surface in people with limbal stem cell deficiency, a condition that causes pain, scarring, and vision loss. A small biopsy of limbal tissue is taken from a healthy eye or donor…
Sponsor: Veerle Van Gerwen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New immunotherapy cocktail aims to simplify cancer treatment
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a fixed-dose combination of two immunotherapy drugs, tiragolumab and atezolizumab, given together as a single infusion every three weeks. The trial enrolled 64 people with advanced solid tumors that express a protein called PD-L1. The main goal was to check the …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo takes on advanced cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called KVA12123, given alone or with the immunotherapy Keytruda, in 40 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung, breast, or colon cancer) that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Kineta Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Targeted radiation shows promise for deadly brain tumors
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested a new approach for patients with recurrent high-grade glioma (grade 3 or 4 brain tumors) who have few options left. Researchers used a radioactive drug called 177Lu-PSMA to deliver radiation directly to tumor cells, after first checking if the tumors take …
Sponsor: St. Olavs Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise in helping immune system fight advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called PF-06801591 in 155 people with advanced solid tumors or non-small-cell lung cancer. The drug works by blocking a protein that stops the immune system from attacking cancer cells. The goal was to check safety, how the drug moves through the body, an…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Brain tumor patients with severe symptoms may get a new treatment option
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two drugs, bevacizumab and temozolomide, given before standard chemoradiotherapy in 70 patients with newly diagnosed glioblastoma who had severe neurological symptoms. The goal was to reduce tumor size and improve symptoms enough to allow patien…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Radiation and immunotherapy combo shows promise in small cancer study
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested whether combining high-dose radiation therapy with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) could boost the immune system's ability to fight advanced solid tumors. Twenty-one patients with various advanced cancers received the combination either at …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: James Larner, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug duo shows promise for tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two experimental drugs (AK104 and AK117) together, sometimes with chemotherapy, in 128 people with advanced solid tumors. The goal was to see if the combination is safe and can shrink tumors. It focused on patients with stomach, esophageal, or other advanced can…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Akeso • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Immunotherapy boosts chemo against rare sarcomas?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding an immunotherapy drug called APX005M to standard chemotherapy (doxorubicin) could help shrink tumors in people with advanced soft tissue sarcoma. 27 adults with certain sarcoma types took part. The goal was to see if the combination was safe and w…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Alexander Z. Wei, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New pill shows promise in shrinking Hard-to-Treat breast tumors
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new oral drug called BGB-43395 in 33 Chinese patients with advanced or metastatic HR+/HER2- breast cancer and other solid tumors. The drug blocks a protein (CDK4) that helps cancer cells grow. The goal was to find a safe dose and see if it can shrink tumors wh…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Experimental drug combo targets tough brain cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called obitazidine (SM-1) combined with the chemotherapy temozolomide in 35 adults with recurrent high-grade gliomas, a type of aggressive brain cancer. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects, while also looking f…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Shenzhen Zhenxing Medical Technology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New combination therapy aims to outsmart aggressive childhood brain cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial investigates whether adding carboplatin and isotretinoin to standard radiation and chemotherapy improves outcomes for children and young adults with high-risk medulloblastoma, a fast-growing brain tumor. Participants receive radiation therapy along with several…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Children's Oncology Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can less radiation still beat childhood brain cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis trial studies whether giving a lower dose of radiation to the brain and spine, along with a smaller radiation boost to the tumor site, works as well as standard radiation when combined with chemotherapy in children aged 3–7 with newly diagnosed standard-risk medulloblastoma.…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Children's Oncology Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New eye drops aim to tame pterygium redness
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an eye drop called RMP-A03 in 77 healthy volunteers and people with pterygium, a fleshy growth on the eye. The goal was to see if it safely reduces redness and controls the condition. Participants received either a low dose, high dose, or placebo drops, and rese…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Suzhou Raymon Pharmaceuticals Company, Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Experimental drug ruxolitinib joins standard therapy in brain cancer battle
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested whether adding the experimental drug ruxolitinib to standard radiation and chemotherapy (temozolomide) is safe for people with newly diagnosed high-grade gliomas or glioblastoma. Ruxolitinib targets proteins that help cancer cells grow. The study enr…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New vaccine hope for kids with deadly brain tumors
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a special vaccine made from the child's own immune cells (dendritic cells) to fight aggressive brain tumors like high-grade glioma and DIPG. Ten children received the vaccine alongside standard treatments. The goal was to see if the vaccine was safe, possible to…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Antwerp • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Surgical flap opens door to brain tumors in small safety trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new surgical technique in 12 patients with newly diagnosed glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. Surgeons placed a tissue flap from the scalp into the brain tumor cavity to bypass the blood-brain barrier, which normally blocks many treatments. The main goa…
Sponsor: Northwell Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise for tough pituitary tumors
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and ipilimumab, in 10 patients with aggressive pituitary tumors that worsened after surgery and radiation. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors or slow their growth. Researchers also monitored side…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for rare eye cancer that spreads to liver
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two drugs, sitravatinib (a pill) and tislelizumab (an IV infusion), in 16 people with a rare eye cancer (uveal melanoma) that had spread to the liver. The goal was to see if the combo could shrink liver tumors better than current treatments. Par…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Grupo Español Multidisciplinar de Melanoma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug XTX202 tested in patients with advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called XTX202 in 95 people with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. The goal was to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug could shrink tumors. The trial is now complete.
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Xilio Development, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for rare nerve tumors
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested two drugs, selumetinib and sirolimus, in 21 people with advanced malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors (MPNST), a rare cancer often linked to neurofibromatosis type 1. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink or stabilize tumors. The study …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sarcoma Alliance for Research through Collaboration • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to tackle childhood cancers that Won't quit
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a combination of two drugs, cabozantinib and 13-cis-retinoic acid, in 15 children whose solid tumors had come back or were not responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to find the safest dose and understand side effects. The study did not…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Peter Zage • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can a diabetes drug tame obesity caused by brain tumor treatment?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether exenatide, a diabetes drug, plus lifestyle changes helps adults with severe weight gain after treatment for a rare brain tumor (craniopharyngioma). 42 adults aged 18-75 took either exenatide or a placebo for 6 months. The main goal was to see if they los…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Real-World data shows Tirabrutinib's promise for rare brain cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at 24 adults in Taiwan with a rare brain lymphoma that came back or didn't respond to treatment. Researchers checked how well the drug tirabrutinib worked and what side effects occurred in everyday medical practice, not a strict research lab. The goal was to see…
Sponsor: Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Radiation before brain surgery may stop cancer's return
Disease control CompletedThis study tested giving focused radiation before surgery to people with cancer that spread to the brain. The goal was to see if this approach is safe and might lower the chance of the tumor coming back. 26 adults with brain metastases took part. The treatment aims to control the…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New drug duo aims to tackle Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called TJ004309, either alone or combined with another drug called Toripalimab, in 225 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find the safest dose and see early signs of effectiveness. The…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: TJ Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to fight advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a daily combination of two oral drugs, axitinib and everolimus, in 19 people with advanced solid tumors, particularly kidney cancer. The main goal was to find the safest dose by monitoring side effects in the first month. Researchers also tracked how…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in tough brain cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called pamiparib, given with radiation therapy, for people with a fast-growing brain cancer called glioblastoma. It included 50 patients, some newly diagnosed and some whose cancer had come back. The goal was to see how much drug reaches the tumor and whe…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Nader Sanai • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new oral drug called HMPL-453 tartrate, either alone or combined with chemotherapy or an immunotherapy (toripalimab), in 190 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety and see if th…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Hutchison Medipharma Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New drug shows promise in early trial for advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new drug called CCT3833 in 31 adults with advanced solid tumours, including melanoma. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers measured how the drug moves through the body and looked for the best dose to use in …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New cancer drug PM14 enters human testing for advanced tumors
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called PM14 in 126 people with advanced solid tumors that had no standard cure. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for early signs of tumor shrinkage. The drug was given by IV infusion on different schedules. This is a first…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: PharmaMar • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New hope for kids with Tough-to-Treat neuroblastoma?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding the drug bevacizumab (Avastin) to standard chemotherapy helps children with neuroblastoma that has returned or not responded to treatment. The trial enrolled 225 children aged 1 to 21. Researchers looked at tumor shrinkage and how long the disease…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Boron therapy shows promise for tough brain tumors
Disease control CompletedThis completed phase I/II trial tested a treatment called boron neutron capture therapy (BNCT) using a boron-based drug (B10 L-BPA) in 10 adults with recurrent meningioma, a type of brain tumor. The goal was to see if the treatment is safe and can shrink tumors or stop them from …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Heron Neutron Medical Corp. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New chemo cocktail shows promise for rare brain tumor patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two chemotherapy drugs (BCNU and TMZ) given before radiation therapy in 53 people newly diagnosed with a rare type of brain cancer called anaplastic oligodendroglioma. The goal was to see how well the drugs shrank tumors and to learn more about …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique Hopitaux De Marseille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New radiation dosing strategy aims to tame large brain metastases
Disease control CompletedThis phase I trial tested a special type of radiation called hypofractionated radiosurgery for people with large brain metastases (tumors that spread from other cancers). The goal was to find the safest and most effective dose while limiting damage to healthy brain tissue. Twenty…
Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Experimental drug targets Hard-to-Treat brain metastases
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a drug called patritumab deruxtecan (HER3-DXd) in 63 patients with breast cancer, lung cancer, or other solid tumors that had spread to the brain or the lining of the brain and spinal cord. The drug is designed to seek out and destroy cancer cells carryi…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: MedSIR • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Brain cancer vaccine shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a personalized vaccine made from a patient's own immune cells (dendritic cells) combined with standard chemotherapy (temozolomide) for adults with newly diagnosed glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. Eleven patients who had most of their tumor r…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New cancer drug HBM1020 tested in tiny early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new drug, HBM1020, in 17 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. The drug was given by IV every three weeks. Because this is a Phase 1 trial, i…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Harbour BioMed US, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Experimental drug PRL3-ZUMAB shows promise in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called PRL3-ZUMAB in 14 people with advanced solid tumors (like stomach or liver cancer) that stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug was given every two weeks to see if it could shrink tumors or stop them from growing. Researchers also lo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New ALK inhibitor ensartinib tested in first human trial for lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new oral drug called ensartinib (X-396) for the first time in humans. It involved 131 people with advanced solid tumors, including those with ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if the drug could shrink tumors.…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Xcovery Holdings, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Radioactive cocktail shows promise against tough childhood cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a combination of a radioactive drug (MIBG), intensive chemotherapy, and a stem cell transplant in 50 children with relapsed or hard-to-treat neuroblastoma. The goal was to see if this approach could shrink tumors and improve survival. The treatment aims …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: New Approaches to Neuroblastoma Therapy Consortium • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Radioactive therapy shows promise for kids with neuroblastoma
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a radioactive drug called 177Lu-DOTATATE in one child with neuroblastoma that had come back or not responded to standard treatments. The drug targets tumor cells that have a specific marker (somatostatin receptors). The goal was to find a safe dose. …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Experimental antibody HH-101 tested in 12 patients with advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested an experimental drug called HH-101 in 12 people with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. The main goal was to check the drug's safety and find the right dose. Participants received HH-101 as an IV infusion every three…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Huahui Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for rare sarcomas
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two drugs, cobimetinib and atezolizumab, in children and adults with advanced soft tissue sarcoma that has spread. The goal was to see if the combo is safe and can stop tumors from growing. About 229 people took part, and researchers measured ho…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Centre Leon Berard • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New cancer drug shows promise in early trial for Tough-to-Treat tumors
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called FF-10502-01 in 106 adults with advanced solid tumors or lymphomas that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if the drug could shrink tumors or slow disease progression. While not a cure, th…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Fujifilm Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New drug targets tough childhood cancers with genetic flaws
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested the drug samotolisib in 18 children and young adults with advanced solid tumors, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, or histiocytic disorders that had spread, returned, or stopped responding to treatment. Only patients whose tumors had specific mutations in the TSC or…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Brain tumor chemo delivered by pump shows promise in tiny safety trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested whether pumping the chemotherapy drug topotecan directly into the brain is safe for people with recurrent high-grade gliomas (aggressive brain tumors). Only 5 patients took part, and the main goal was to find a safe dose. The drug was delivered conti…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New drug shows promise in shrinking eye cancer before surgery
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested the drug darovasertib in 15 people with high-risk uveal melanoma (a rare eye cancer) who were scheduled for eye removal surgery. Participants took the drug for up to 4 weeks before surgery, and some continued for 6 months afterward. The main goals were t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New drug tested for advanced cancers: early results
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called NOV140101 in 32 adults with advanced solid tumors that had spread or could not be removed by surgery. The main goals were to find the safest dose and check for side effects. The study is complete, but it was too small to determine i…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Idience Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New oral drug cocktail shows promise for kids with resistant neuroblastoma
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a combination of three oral drugs (irinotecan, temozolomide, and cefixime) in 30 children whose high-risk neuroblastoma had come back or not responded to standard treatment. The goal was to find the safest dose of irinotecan when given with the other…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: New Approaches to Neuroblastoma Therapy Consortium • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Drug shows promise for kidney cancer brain metastases in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested the drug sunitinib in 21 patients with kidney cancer that had spread to the brain. The goal was to see if the drug could shrink brain tumors by blocking blood flow and cell growth. Researchers measured how many patients had a response after two treatment…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Experimental IV drug shows promise for tough childhood cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested an intravenous form of the drug fenretinide in 17 children whose neuroblastoma had come back or didn't respond to standard treatments. The main goals were to find the safest dose and understand side effects. Researchers also looked at how the drug mo…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: New Approaches to Neuroblastoma Therapy Consortium • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Experimental combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a combination of two drugs—177Lu-DOTA-TATE (a radioactive therapy) and olaparib (a PARP inhibitor)—in 18 people with certain cancers like neuroendocrine tumors, thymoma, or mesothelioma that have a specific marker (somatostatin receptor). The goal wa…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Vastra Gotaland Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New Double-Action antibody shows promise against Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested an experimental drug called HX009 in 20 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. HX009 is a bifunctional antibody designed to block two proteins (CD47 and PD-1) that help tumors hide from the immune system. Th…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hangzhou Hanx Biopharmaceuticals, Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Double-Dose radiation attack shows promise for stubborn childhood cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new approach for children with neuroblastoma that did not respond to standard treatments. It used two rapid infusions of a radioactive drug (I-MIBG) to target cancer cells, followed by a stem cell transplant to restore healthy blood cells. The goal…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: New Approaches to Neuroblastoma Therapy Consortium • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New hope for kids with resistant neuroblastoma: targeted radiation plus chemo tested
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a combination of two chemotherapy drugs (irinotecan and vincristine) plus a radioactive drug (131I-MIBG) in 26 children with high-risk neuroblastoma that had come back or not responded to standard treatment. The goal was to find the safest dose of th…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: New Approaches to Neuroblastoma Therapy Consortium • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New hope for kids with tough neuroblastoma: fenretinide powder trial begins
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a new oral form of the chemotherapy drug fenretinide in 80 children whose neuroblastoma had come back or resisted standard treatment. The goal was to find the safest dose and understand side effects. Researchers also looked at how the body processes …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: New Approaches to Neuroblastoma Therapy Consortium • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for tough brain tumors
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug durvalumab to targeted radiation can help people with recurrent glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer that has come back after initial treatment. The trial enrolled 108 adults and first checked safety, then randomly assig…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New hope for kids with Hard-to-Treat cancers: targeted drug shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called tazemetostat in 20 children whose cancers had come back or weren't responding to treatment. The children had specific gene changes (EZH2, SMARCB1, or SMARCA4) in their tumors. The goal was to see if the drug could shrink or slow the growth of these…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Sound waves + radiation: new hope for tough brain tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis small pilot study tested whether combining focused ultrasound with a second round of radiation is safe for people with recurrent glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. Seven adults who had already tried standard treatments received the combination therapy. The goal was to…
Sponsor: NaviFUS Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Sound waves may help deliver brain tumor drug
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested a device called NaviFUS that uses focused ultrasound to temporarily open the blood-brain barrier, combined with the drug bevacizumab (Avastin), in 6 patients with recurrent glioblastoma (a type of brain cancer). The goal was to see if the combination is sa…
Sponsor: NaviFUS Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New hope for tough breast cancers: drug combo targets tumors in body and brain
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested whether adding the drug veliparib to standard chemotherapy (cisplatin) helps people with metastatic triple-negative or BRCA-related breast cancer, including those with brain metastases. The study enrolled 344 participants to see if the combination slows …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Triple-Drug immunotherapy cocktail shows promise in advanced tumors
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested whether combining the experimental drug relatlimab with other immunotherapies (nivolumab plus either BMS-986205 or ipilimumab) is safe and can shrink tumors in people with advanced solid cancers. A total of 229 participants with various incurable, ad…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Targeted drug shows promise for kids with tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called palbociclib in 23 children and young adults (ages 1–21) whose cancers had come back or didn't respond to treatment. The drug works by blocking proteins that help cancer cells grow. The goal was to see if it could shrink tumors or slow the disease i…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers? utidelone trial underway
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tests the drug utidelone in 126 people with advanced solid tumors (excluding breast, lung, and colorectal cancers) that have not responded to standard treatments. The study aims to see if the drug can shrink tumors and how safe it is. Participants receive utide…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Beijing Biostar Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Experimental shot takes on deadly brain tumor
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage study tested a single injection of JL15003 in 17 adults whose glioblastoma brain cancer had returned after standard treatments. The main goal was to check safety and find the best dose, while also looking at whether the virus in the injection spreads in the body …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Jecho Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Electric field therapy plus standard treatment shows promise for deadly brain cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a device called Optune, which delivers electric fields to the brain, alongside radiation and chemotherapy for people newly diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. About 981 adults took part. The goal was to see if adding Optune to standard treat…
Sponsor: NovoCure Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Diabetes drug plus chemo shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested the safety of combining pioglitazone (a diabetes drug) with carboplatin (a chemotherapy) in 14 people with advanced solid tumors that could not be cured with standard treatments. The goal was to find the best dose and see if the combination is safe. …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Early trial checks safety of experimental cancer drug
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new drug called BAT4706 in 28 adults with advanced solid tumors or melanoma who had no other good treatment options. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. This was not a cure study; it aimed to gather safety information …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Bio-Thera Solutions • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New radiation approach aims to tame pituitary tumors with fewer side effects
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new way of delivering radiation for people with non-secreting pituitary adenomas that came back or remained after surgery. Instead of a single high dose, the radiation was given in five smaller daily doses. The goal was to see if this approach could control tu…
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New hope for aggressive brain tumors: radioactive drug tested in small trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a radioactive drug called I-123 ATT001 in 7 adults with recurrent glioblastoma, a fast-growing brain cancer. The drug was given directly into the tumor cavity to see if it was safe and how it spread in the body. The study aimed to find the right dose…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Theragnostics Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Brain cancer vaccine shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a personalized vaccine made from a patient's own tumor cells and immune cells (dendritic cells) for people with newly diagnosed glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. The goal was to see if the vaccine is safe and can help delay tumor growth. 76 participants …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Generic cancer pill matches Brand-Name drug in study
Disease control CompletedThis study checked if a generic version of the cancer drug trifluridine/tipiracil works the same as the brand-name drug Lonsurf in 76 patients with solid tumors. Participants took the drug under fasting and fed conditions to compare how the body absorbs it. The goal was to show t…
Sponsor: Shandong New Time Pharmaceutical Co., LTD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Could a modified atkins diet help fight brain cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a modified Atkins diet combined with intermittent fasting is possible and has any effect in 25 people with glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. Participants followed the diet for several weeks while researchers checked if they could stick with it…
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Sound waves may help deliver cancer drugs to the brain
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a device that uses focused ultrasound can safely and temporarily open the blood-brain barrier in people with HER2-positive breast cancer that has spread to the brain. Eight participants received the procedure, and researchers checked for side effects and…
Sponsor: InSightec • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Sound waves open brain barrier to attack tumors
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a device called ExAblate, which uses focused ultrasound, can safely open the blood-brain barrier in 20 people with high-grade glioma (a type of brain cancer). The goal was to allow standard chemotherapy to reach the tumor more effectively. Researchers ch…
Sponsor: InSightec • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New trial tests stronger chemo cocktails and stem cell transplants for brain cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested different combinations of high-dose chemotherapy drugs, with or without the targeted drug rituximab, in 227 patients newly diagnosed with primary CNS lymphoma. After initial chemotherapy, patients who responded well were randomly assigned to receive eith…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: International Extranodal Lymphoma Study Group (IELSG) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage study tested a new drug called DF6215, alone or with another drug (pembrolizumab), in 35 adults with advanced solid tumors that could not be removed by surgery or had spread. The main goals were to find the safest dose and check for side effects. The study is com…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Dragonfly Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New lens implant could sharpen vision for kids with cataracts and astigmatism
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a toric intraocular lens implant in 40 children aged 6 to 17 with cataracts and astigmatism (a condition where the eye is shaped like a football). The goal was to see if this special lens could improve vision better than standard surgery. All children had catara…
Sponsor: Kazakh Eye Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New cancer drug ZN-c3 shows early promise in solid tumor trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new drug called ZN-c3 (Azenosertib) in 274 adults with various solid tumors. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers also looked for signs that the drug could shrink tumors. This is a first step to see if the…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: K-Group, Beta, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Zentalis Pharmaceuticals, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New hope for rare eye cancer: IMCgp100 shows promise in advanced uveal melanoma trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called IMCgp100 in 378 adults with a specific genetic type (HLA-A*0201) of advanced uveal melanoma, a rare eye cancer. Participants received either IMCgp100 or one of three standard treatments (dacarbazine, ipilimumab, or pembrolizumab). The main goal…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Immunocore Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New immunotherapy combo tackles Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called DF6002, either alone or combined with the approved immunotherapy nivolumab (Opdivo), in 170 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety, find th…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Dragonfly Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Could a statin and arthritis drug tame childhood brain cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a combination of two drugs—fluvastatin (a cholesterol-lowering statin) and celecoxib (an arthritis drug)—in 20 children and young adults with certain brain tumors (gliomas) that had come back or not responded to treatment. The goal was to find the sa…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called DF1001 in 270 adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The drug works by helping the body's immune cells attack cancer cells. The trial first found the safest dose, then tested it alone or with other cancer drugs…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Dragonfly Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Experimental drug AB-218 tested in brain tumor patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called AB-218 (safusidenib) in 14 adults with a specific type of slow-growing brain tumor (IDH1 mutated low grade glioma) who were already scheduled for surgery. The goal was to see if it's possible to measure how much drug gets into the tumor and to chec…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Melbourne Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New combo therapy tested for deadly childhood brain cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested whether adding the drug cilengitide to standard radiation is safe for children and young adults with a rare, aggressive brain tumor called DIPG. The main goal was to find the highest safe dose. 32 participants were enrolled. The study did not aim to …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New combo shows promise for tough lymphomas
Disease control CompletedThis study tested adding lenalidomide to a standard chemotherapy regimen (EPOCH-R) in 55 people with aggressive B-cell lymphomas linked to the MYC gene. The goal was to find the best dose and see if the combination improves how long patients live without their cancer getting wors…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Could a cancer drug shrink NF2 tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested the drug crizotinib in 12 people with neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) who had growing tumors in the ear area called vestibular schwannomas. Participants took crizotinib pills daily for up to 12 months. The main goal was to see if the drug could shrink the…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New cancer drug RS-0139 tested in humans for first time
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called RS-0139 in 16 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug is designed to target tumors specifically, and the main goals were to find a safe dose and understand how the body processe…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: RS Arastirma Egitim Danismanlik Ilac Sanayi Ticaret A.S. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for tough head and neck cancers
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tested whether adding sorafenib to cetuximab works better than cetuximab alone for patients with advanced head and neck cancer that has come back or spread. Fifty-five adults with various types of head and neck cancer took part. The study measured how long pat…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for brain metastases
Disease control CompletedThis early study tested combining the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab with precise radiation (stereotactic radiosurgery) in 25 people with melanoma or lung cancer that had spread to the brain. The main goal was to check for serious side effects. Researchers also tracked how long…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Proton beam therapy shows promise in tumor control trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested the Varian ProBeam proton therapy system in 47 people with solid tumors. The goal was to see if the device safely controls tumors and meets performance standards. Patients received proton radiation and were followed for up to 5 years after treatment.
Sponsor: Varian, a Siemens Healthineers Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Radiation before brain surgery shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new approach for people with large brain metastases (tumors that spread from other cancers). Instead of the usual surgery followed by radiation, patients received focused radiation first, then surgery. The goal was to see if this order reduces side effects and…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Virus engineered to fight cancer shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a modified virus called TILT-123 in 32 people with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. The virus is designed to infect and kill cancer cells while releasing immune-boosting proteins. The main goal was to check safety …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: TILT Biotherapeutics Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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New vaccine shows promise for rare eye cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a personalized vaccine made from a patient's own immune cells and tumor material for people with metastatic uveal melanoma, a rare eye cancer that has spread. The vaccine was added to standard treatments like immunotherapy or chemotherapy. The main g…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Hasumi International Research Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Targeted pill shows promise for rare genetic cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called ENV-101 (taladegib) in 20 adults with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic mutation (PTCH1 loss-of-function). The drug works by blocking a growth pathway in cancer cells. Researchers measured how many patients' tumors sh…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Endeavor Biomedicines, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Epigenetic and immune drugs join forces against tough tumors
Disease control CompletedThis completed Phase 2 trial tested whether combining an immunotherapy drug (durvalumab) with an epigenetic drug (tazemetostat) can control advanced solid tumors like pancreatic, colorectal, and soft-tissue sarcoma. The study enrolled 164 adults and measured how well the combo sh…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Institut Bergonié • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Glow-in-the-Dark drug could help brain cancer surgery
Disease control CompletedThis completed Phase III trial tested a drug called 5-aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA) in 86 adults with malignant brain glioma. Patients took the drug orally before surgery, causing tumor cells to glow under a special light. This helps surgeons see and remove more cancerous tissue. T…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Shanghai Fudan-Zhangjiang Bio-Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise against tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two experimental drugs, AK112 and AK117, with or without chemotherapy, in 154 people with advanced solid tumors. The goal was to see if the combo could shrink tumors and control the disease. The trial has finished, and researchers are now lookin…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Akeso • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New shot aims to stop Chemo's dangerous side effect
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a new drug called PN20 in 24 adults with lymphoma or solid tumors who were getting chemotherapy. The goal was to see if a single injection before chemo could safely prevent a drop in platelets, which can cause bleeding. Researchers checked safety and…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Chongqing Peg-Bio Biopharm Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Sound waves and light drug target deadly brain tumors in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new treatment for aggressive brain tumors called high-grade glioma. Sixteen patients received a drug (5-ALA) plus focused ultrasound to activate the drug inside the tumor, a few days before standard surgery and chemo-radiation. The main goal was to…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Universität Münster • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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New targeted pill shows promise for Hard-to-Treat bile duct cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new oral drug called RLY-4008 in 490 adults with advanced bile duct cancer or other solid tumors that have specific FGFR2 gene changes. The drug is designed to block the FGFR2 protein, which can drive cancer growth. The trial aimed to find the safest dose and …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Elevar Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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New combo shows promise in controlling advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug (BMS-986253) combined with standard immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab with or without ipilimumab) in 281 people with advanced cancers like melanoma. The main goals were to check safety and see if tumors shrank. This is a disease-control approac…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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New hope for recurrent brain cancer? early trial targets immune suppression
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a combination of two drugs (low-dose capecitabine and bevacizumab) in 12 people whose glioblastoma brain tumor had come back or continued growing despite prior treatment. The goal was to see if the drugs could reduce certain immune cells (MDSCs) that…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called BGB-10188, alone or combined with other cancer drugs (zanubrutinib for blood cancers, tislelizumab for solid tumors), in 97 patients whose cancers had returned or stopped responding to treatment. The main goals were to find safe dos…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: BeiGene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New pill targets genetic flaw in tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an oral drug called AG-120 in 174 people with advanced solid tumors (including bile duct cancer, cartilage cancer, and brain tumors) that have a specific IDH1 mutation. The study first found a safe dose, then expanded to see how well the drug works. …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Institut de Recherches Internationales Servier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New drug combo targets brain tumor fuel in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested two experimental drugs, AG-120 and AG-881, in 49 adults with a recurrent, slow-growing brain tumor (low grade glioma) that has a specific IDH1 gene mutation. The goal was to see if these drugs could lower a substance called 2-HG in the tumor tissue b…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Institut de Recherches Internationales Servier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Can a liver cancer drug stop eye cancer spread?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested the drug sorafenib (Nexavar) in 32 adults with uveal melanoma that had spread to other parts of the body. The goal was to see if the drug could stop tumors from growing for at least 24 weeks. Sorafenib is already used for other cancers, and researchers wanted to…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New pill targets brain tumors with IDH mutations
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested an oral drug called AG-881 in 95 adults with advanced solid tumors, including brain tumors (gliomas), that have specific IDH gene mutations. The main goals were to check safety, find the best dose, and see how the drug works in the body. While not a …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Institut de Recherches Internationales Servier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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MRNA vaccine takes on glioblastoma in first human trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an mRNA vaccine called CVGBM in 37 people with a fast-growing brain cancer called glioblastoma. Participants had already had surgery and radiation. The vaccine aims to train the immune system to attack remaining cancer cells. The main goal was to che…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: CureVac • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New hope for kids with tough brain tumors: experimental drug shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a drug called Tovorafenib in 44 children with low-grade gliomas (a type of brain tumor) that had come back or continued growing despite other treatments. The main goal was to find the safest dose and check for side effects. The drug works by blocking…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Karen D. Wright, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Cannabis chemicals join fight against deadly brain tumor
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested whether adding THC and CBD (cannabinoids from cannabis) to standard chemotherapy and radiation is safe for people with newly diagnosed glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. Thirty-three patients received gradually increasing doses of the cannabin…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Grupo Español de Investigación en Neurooncología • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Light therapy during brain surgery shows promise for glioblastoma
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested whether a light-activated drug (5-ALA) could be safely used during brain surgery to treat glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. Ten adult patients received this experimental therapy in addition to standard surgery and chemoradiation. The main goal was …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New injection attacks tumors from inside out
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested an experimental drug called CyPep-1, injected directly into tumors, either alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab. The study involved 60 adults with advanced solid cancers that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Cytovation AS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in controlling Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called VS-6766, given alone or with everolimus, in 104 adults with advanced solid tumors or multiple myeloma that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find a safe, tolerable dosing schedule and measure h…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Glow-in-the-Dark dye could help surgeons spot hidden brain tumors
Disease control CompletedThis completed Phase 1 trial tested whether a dye called indocyanine green (ICG) can make brain tumor cells glow during surgery, helping surgeons see and remove them more completely. 363 adults with brain tumors received an ICG injection before surgery, and special cameras captur…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Brain tumor patients may skip radiation to save thinking skills
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether giving only PCV chemotherapy, instead of chemotherapy plus radiotherapy, could protect thinking abilities in people with a specific brain tumor (1p/19q codeleted anaplastic glioma). 280 newly diagnosed adults were randomly assigned to receive eit…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Chemo-Immuno cocktail shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested whether adding two chemotherapy drugs (6-mercaptopurine and 6-thioguanine) to an immunotherapy drug (Atezolizumab) could help treat advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The study enrolled 18 adults with metastati…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Kristoffer Rohrberg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Radiation after surgery may keep early oral cancer at bay
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether giving radiation therapy after surgery can prevent early-stage oral cancer from coming back. It included 392 patients with tumors at least 5mm thick. Half received radiation, half were just watched. The main goal was to see if radiation reduced local …
Sponsor: Tata Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in early brain cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested adding the targeted drug regorafenib to standard chemotherapy (temozolomide) with or without radiation for people with a newly diagnosed, aggressive type of brain cancer called glioblastoma. The study involved 21 participants and aimed to find the sa…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Istituto Oncologico Veneto IRCCS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New cancer drug MRX-2843 enters first human trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a new drug called MRX-2843 in 42 adults with advanced solid tumors that had spread or come back after other treatments. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers monitored side effects and how the drug moved through the b…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Meryx, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at childhood cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new treatment for children with high-risk neuroblastoma, a type of cancer. Researchers took the patients' own immune cells (T cells) and modified them to recognize and attack the cancer. Some of these cells were also trained to fight a common virus (EBV) to he…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New drug ZGGS15 tested in patients with advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a new biologic drug called ZGGS15 in 22 adults with advanced solid tumors who had no standard treatment options left. The main goals were to check safety, find the right dose, and look for early signs that the drug might control tumor growth. Partici…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Suzhou Zelgen Biopharmaceuticals Co.,Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New pill shows promise in early trial for tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested an experimental oral drug called Q702 in 51 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for side effects, while also looking at whether the drug could shrink …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Qurient Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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AI maps may help surgeons remove more deadly brain tumors
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new way to guide brain surgery for glioblastoma, a fast-growing and hard-to-treat brain cancer. Doctors used artificial intelligence (AI) to create maps showing where the tumor is likely to come back, then removed extra tissue beyond the visible tumor. The goa…
Sponsor: Hospital del Rio Hortega • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Light blast during brain surgery aims to fry leftover cancer cells
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested whether increasing the light dose during a special type of therapy called photodynamic therapy (PDT) is safe for people with glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. Fourteen patients received a drug (5-ALA) before surgery, then a red laser was shone on…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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New immunotherapy cocktail shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage study tested a fixed-dose combination of two immunotherapy drugs (relatlimab and nivolumab) in 24 Chinese patients with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety, how the drugs move through the b…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New radiation strategy before brain surgery shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study tested giving a precise, high-dose radiation treatment (stereotactic radiosurgery) to brain metastases before surgical removal. The goal was to see if this approach improves local control at 6 months. The trial enrolled 70 adults with up to 4 brain metastases from cert…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Jean Perrin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New drug TG02 shows promise in early brain cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new drug called TG02 in 71 patients with aggressive brain cancers (anaplastic astrocytoma or glioblastoma). The goal was to find the safest dose when combined with either radiation or chemotherapy. The study included newly diagnosed elderly patient…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer - EORTC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New vaccine shows promise in battling recurrent brain tumors
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new vaccine called EO2401 in 100 adults with glioblastoma that had come back after standard treatment. The vaccine was given alone or with other drugs to see if it was safe and could help the immune system fight the cancer. The goal was to find better ways to …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Enterome • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new immunotherapy drug called BDB001, alone or combined with atezolizumab (Tecentriq), in 40 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety, find the best dose, and see if t…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eikon Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new immunotherapy drug called BDB001, both alone and combined with pembrolizumab, in 87 adults with advanced solid tumors that had progressed after standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety and find the best dose. The study is comple…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eikon Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Can more radiation sessions tame large brain tumors safely?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether giving higher doses of radiation over five sessions is safe for people with brain metastases that are 2 to 6 cm in size. These larger tumors are often too risky for a single high-dose treatment. The trial enrolled 13 adults and aimed to find the highest …
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Cancer drug tazemetostat gets Long-Term safety check in rollover trial
Disease control CompletedThis study offers continued access to tazemetostat for 58 people with various cancers who already benefited from the drug in earlier trials. The main goal is to monitor long-term safety and side effects. Participants must have shown clinical benefit from tazemetostat before joini…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Epizyme, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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App helps young cancer survivors shed pounds
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a smartphone app to help young adult cancer survivors (ages 18-39) lose weight. The app tracked diet and activity as part of a behavioral weight loss program. The goal was to see if this approach was practical and well-liked by participants. The study involved 6…
Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new oral drug called RP-3500 (camonsertib), alone or combined with talazoparib or gemcitabine, in 276 adults with advanced solid tumors that have certain genetic mutations. The main goals were to find the safest dose and check for early signs of tumor shrinkag…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Repare Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New drug shows promise for cortisol disorder
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called SPI-62 in 26 adults with Cushing's syndrome caused by a non-adrenal tumor. The goal was to see if SPI-62 could lower cortisol levels safely. Participants received either SPI-62 or a placebo for 24 weeks, with an option to continue lon…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sparrow Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New hope for young cancer patients: drug shows promise against tough tumors
Disease control CompletedThis study tested the drug lenvatinib in 127 children, adolescents, and young adults whose solid tumors had come back or stopped responding to treatment. The goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors and to check for side effects. Participants received lenvatinib daily, and…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to stop head and neck cancer return
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tested whether adding the targeted drug cetuximab to standard chemotherapy and radiation could help prevent head and neck cancer from coming back after surgery. The study enrolled 53 patients with certain high-risk features. The main goal was to see how many p…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Own immune cells delivered to liver to fight melanoma
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested whether it is safe and feasible to give patients their own immune cells (called tumor infiltrating lymphocytes, or TIL) directly into the liver artery. Eight adults with melanoma that had spread to the liver received the TIL infusion along with chemo…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Vastra Gotaland Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Glow-in-the-Dark dye could help brain cancer surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a dye called 5-ALA, which makes tumor cells glow during surgery, helps surgeons remove more of a deadly brain cancer called glioblastoma. 170 adults with newly diagnosed glioblastoma were randomly assigned to receive either 5-ALA or a placebo before surg…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:21 UTC
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Radiation showdown: which schedule beats childhood brain cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tested two different ways of giving radiation to children and teens with a standard-risk brain tumor called medulloblastoma. One group got standard daily radiation, while the other got smaller doses twice a day. The goal was to see which schedule better prevents the ca…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:03 UTC
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New pill shows promise against lung cancer brain metastases
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called AZD3759 against standard targeted therapies (erlotinib or gefitinib) in 492 people with advanced EGFR-mutant lung cancer that had spread to the brain. The goal was to see if AZD3759, which is designed to better reach the brain, could keep the c…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Alpha Biopharma (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:13 UTC
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Could a cancer drug slow down these brain tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 study tested the drug olaparib in 35 people with recurrent IDH-mutant high-grade gliomas, a type of brain tumor. The goal was to see if olaparib could stop the tumor from growing for at least 6 months. Participants took olaparib tablets twice daily until their diseas…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:05 UTC
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Experimental Vaccine-Like therapy targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental immunotherapy called ELI-002 in 25 people with KRAS-mutated pancreatic, colorectal, lung, ovarian, or bile duct cancers who had signs of remaining disease after standard treatment. The therapy aims to train the immune system to attack…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Elicio Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:30 UTC
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New PET scan agent could spot childhood cancer more clearly
Diagnosis CompletedThis Phase 3 trial tests a radioactive imaging agent called 18F-mFBG to see if it can accurately detect neuroblastoma, a type of childhood cancer. The study involves 43 participants who either have or are suspected of having neuroblastoma. Researchers will compare the new PET sca…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Innervate Radiopharmaceuticals LLC (Formerly: Illumina Radiopharmaceuticals LLC) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple blood draw might reveal hidden eye lymphoma
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tests whether a blood test can help doctors tell apart uveitis caused by lymphoma from other types of uveitis. Uveitis is an eye inflammation that can lead to vision loss, and in some cases it is a sign of a rare eye lymphoma that may spread to the brain. The researche…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A sharper MRI could reveal radiation sensitivity of brain tumors
Diagnosis CompletedResearchers at Lund University Hospital are testing a new MRI technique called DIVIDE to see if it can measure how sensitive brain metastases are to radiation. Today, doctors only see whether radiation worked by watching tumor size change on scans weeks or months later. This tria…
Sponsor: Lund University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New MRI fingerprinting could sharpen brain tumor diagnosis
Diagnosis CompletedThis study is testing a new MRI technique called magnetic resonance fingerprinting (MRF) to see if it can improve how doctors diagnose and assess brain tumors. Researchers will compare MRF scans with standard tests, clinical details, and biopsy results in 172 people with brain tu…
Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can AI read tumor slides to outsmart childhood cancer?
Diagnosis CompletedThis trial is testing whether an artificial intelligence (AI) model can accurately diagnose and grade several types of solid tumors that affect children, including neuroblastoma, medulloblastoma, Wilms tumor, hepatoblastoma, and rhabdomyosarcoma. The AI is trained on thousands of…
Sponsor: Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Glowing dye could help surgeons spot hidden brain tumor cells
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tests whether a fluorescent dye called tozuleristide, given before surgery, can make brain tumor tissue glow under a special imaging system. Surgeons can then see and remove more of the tumor while sparing healthy brain. The trial enrolls adults with certain types of b…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: John Yu • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI reads MRI scans to spot brain tumors without surgery
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence system called GliomaAI-Astro23 can identify a specific type of brain tumor (IDH mutant astrocytoma) from routine MRI scans. Researchers are using existing MRI data from 1,372 patients to train and evaluate the AI. If accurate, t…
Sponsor: Deep Learning Institute of Radiological Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI reads MRI scans to spot a deadly brain tumor type without surgery
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence system called GliomaAI-Astro4 can accurately detect a specific type of brain tumor (IDH mutant astrocytoma grade 4) using routine MRI scans. Researchers will analyze previously collected, anonymized MRI data from 1,372 patients …
Sponsor: Deep Learning Institute of Radiological Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI reads brain scans to spot deadly tumors without surgery
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence system called GliomaAI-GBM can detect a specific aggressive brain tumor (IDH wildtype glioblastoma) using routine MRI scans. Researchers will analyze previously collected, anonymized MRI data from 1,372 patients across 13 hospit…
Sponsor: Deep Learning Institute of Radiological Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Artificial intelligence reads brain scans to detect hidden tumor type
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence system called GliomaAI-Oligo can detect a specific type of brain tumor (oligodendroglioma) from routine MRI scans. Researchers will use over 1,300 existing, anonymized scans from multiple hospitals to train and evaluate the AI. …
Sponsor: Deep Learning Institute of Radiological Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scan could reveal hidden cancer cells
Diagnosis CompletedThis early study tested a radioactive imaging agent called [99mTc]Tc(CO)3-(HE)3-Ec1 in 10 adults with solid tumors. The agent is designed to attach to EpCAM receptors on cancer cells, making them visible on SPECT scans. Researchers aimed to see where the agent goes in the body, m…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Tomsk National Research Medical Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New Sugar-Based tracer could spot brain tumors on SPECT scans
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a radioactive sugar-like tracer called 99mTc-1-thio-D-glucose to see if it can make brain tumors visible on SPECT scans. Sixteen adults with primary or recurrent brain tumors received one injection, then had scans at several time points. Researchers measured how…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Tomsk National Research Medical Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Artificial intelligence reads brain scans to detect deadly tumors
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested an artificial intelligence system called GliomaAI-MG that analyzes routine MRI scans to detect a specific aggressive brain tumor type called molecular glioblastoma. Researchers used existing MRI data from 1,372 patients across 13 hospitals. The goal was to see h…
Sponsor: Deep Learning Institute of Radiological Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Tiny study hints at imaging tool to predict meningioma treatment success
Diagnosis CompletedThis completed study looked at 11 patients with meningioma (a type of brain tumor) who received a treatment called 177Lu-DOTATATE. Researchers used special scans to measure how much radiation the tumors absorbed, and checked if that could predict whether patients would survive wi…
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New imaging agent targets LRRC15 to sharpen cancer diagnosis
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tests a special SPECT imaging agent that seeks out a protein called LRRC15, found on many aggressive cancers like pancreatic, breast, lung, and brain tumors. The goal is to see if this scan can help doctors diagnose and stage these cancers more accurately. Healthy volu…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New quick MRI could speed up brain tumor diagnosis in kids
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new, fast MRI sequence called Neuromix in 32 children with suspected or confirmed brain tumors. The goal was to see if the quick scan works as well as the standard, longer MRI. If it does, it could make scanning easier and less stressful for children.
Sponsor: Karolinska University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Glowing dye could help surgeons spot hidden brain tumor cells
Diagnosis CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested a drug called Gleolan in 108 adults with meningioma (a type of brain tumor). Patients took a single oral dose before surgery. The drug makes tumor tissue glow under special light, helping surgeons see and remove more of the tumor. The study checked if th…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: NX Development Corp • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New MRI technique may solve brain scan mystery after radiation
Diagnosis CompletedThis completed study tested whether a special type of MRI called dynamic susceptibility contrast (DSC) perfusion MRI can accurately tell the difference between radiation-induced brain damage and tumor regrowth in people whose cancer has spread to the brain. Eight patients who had…
Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Which MRI scan best spots lung cancer spread to the brain?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at 30 adults with lung cancer that had spread to the brain. Researchers compared two standard MRI sequences (T1 and T2*) to see which one better detects and tracks brain metastases after chemotherapy or targeted therapy. The goal is to improve diagnosis and moni…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New brain scan could end diagnostic delays for tumor patients
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether a special PET scan using 18F-FDOPA can help doctors make better treatment decisions for people with brain tumors (gliomas or metastases) when standard MRI results are unclear. 85 patients whose MRI scans were inconclusive received this PET scan, and r…
Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New scan could reveal brain tumor aggression without surgery
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a special PET scan tracer called FLT in 50 adults with brain tumors (gliomas or metastases). The goal was to see if FLT-PET can measure how fast tumor cells are growing, which could help doctors diagnose and predict tumor behavior better than current scans like …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Can a special PET scan outperform MRI for spotting brain tumors?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a special PET scan (called 18F-DOPA PET-CT) can find brain metastases as well as or better than standard MRI in people with lung cancer, breast cancer, or melanoma. 32 adults with untreated brain metastases took part. The goal was to see if this PET meth…
Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New dye could sharpen PET scans for recurrent brain cancer
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a special dye called fluoroethyltyrosine (FET) can improve PET scans for detecting brain tumors that have come back. 143 people with suspected recurrent brain tumors received an injection of FET before their PET scan. The goal was to see if FET-PET could…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Thomas Hope • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New blood test could spot hidden tumors causing high blood pressure
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether a new blood marker called EM66 can help doctors tell the difference between high blood pressure caused by rare adrenal tumors (pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma) and regular high blood pressure. Researchers measured EM66 levels in 60 adults with eithe…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New contrast agent shows promise for brain tumor MRI scans
Diagnosis CompletedThis completed Phase 3 trial tested whether Elucirem (gadopiclenol) provides better MRI images of brain gliomas compared to the standard contrast agent Dotarem. 138 adults with primary or recurrent brain tumors received one of the two agents during DSC-MRI perfusion scans. The ma…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Guerbet • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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AI tool spots pneumonia risk after brain surgery
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a machine learning tool that uses routine medical data to predict pneumonia risk within the first week after brain tumor surgery. Researchers included over 1,800 adults having their first planned brain tumor removal. The goal was to see if the AI could help doct…
Sponsor: Ming Yang • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Less contrast, same clarity: new MRI method could reduce gadolinium exposure
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether using a much lower dose of gadolinium (a contrast dye) in MRI scans can still find meningiomas (a type of brain tumor) as well as the standard full dose. Over 500 adults getting a brain MRI for screening or follow-up took part. The goal is to reduce t…
Sponsor: Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Light probe could help surgeons spot brain tumors Mid-Operation
Diagnosis CompletedThis early study tested a special light probe that helps surgeons see brain tumor tissue during an operation. Eleven adults with suspected brain tumors took part. The probe uses a drug that makes tumor cells glow, and the goal was to see if the device could accurately tell tumor …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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New brain scan could sharpen radiation aim for deadliest tumors
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a special type of PET/MRI scan using a radioactive tracer called FET can better map glioblastoma brain tumors after surgery compared to standard MRI. The goal was to see if this could help doctors plan radiation therapy more accurately. Eleven adults who…
Sponsor: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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PET scan breakthrough: spotting brain tumors vs. Look-Alikes
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether a type of PET scan called FDOPA-PET can help doctors tell the difference between brain tumors and non-cancerous brain lesions. Researchers reviewed scans from 74 patients with suspected brain tumors. They measured how much of the tracer the lesions to…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New PET technique may solve brain scan puzzle
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether an early, quick PET scan using F-DOPA can help doctors tell the difference between a brain tumor coming back and damage from radiation therapy. Eight patients who already needed a PET scan for their brain metastases took part. The goal was to see if meas…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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New PET/MRI scan could spot elusive brain tumors in Cushing's patients
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a special scan called [11C]-Methionine PET/MRI can better locate tiny pituitary tumors that cause Cushing's disease. Standard MRI often misses these tumors, leading to risky exploratory surgery. The study involved 33 adults with confirmed Cushing's disea…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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AI eye scan could diagnose brain diseases in seconds
Diagnosis CompletedResearchers tested an artificial intelligence program that analyzes retinal images to diagnose several nerve and brain conditions, such as optic neuropathy and brain tumors. The study used data from 693 patients with confirmed diagnoses. The goal is to create a fast triage tool f…
Sponsor: Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:30 UTC
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Can a pill shield ears from chemo damage?
Prevention CompletedThis study tests whether the drug SENS-401 can prevent hearing loss caused by cisplatin, a common chemotherapy. Adults with cancer who are scheduled to receive cisplatin take SENS-401 before, during, and after treatment. Hearing is measured with a standard test to see if the drug…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sensorion • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New catheter lock could slash infection risk for cancer patients
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether a taurolidine-citrate solution (TauroLock) placed in the catheter between treatments can prevent bloodstream infections in adults with solid tumors receiving IV anti-cancer therapy. 162 patients were randomly assigned to get either the TauroLock solution…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional Metz-Thionville • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could a blood pressure pill shield brain cancer patients from memory loss?
Prevention CompletedThis pilot study tested whether ramipril, a drug typically used for high blood pressure, can help prevent memory loss in people with glioblastoma who are receiving brain radiation. 75 patients took ramipril daily during and after chemoradiation. Researchers measured memory and th…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Exercise may boost memory in kids treated for brain cancer
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a 12-week physical activity program could improve memory and attention in children who had radiation for brain tumors. Thirty-six kids aged 8–17 who finished radiation at least a year ago took part. Half started the program right away, while the other ha…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Two ways to rebuild a tongue: which one leaves patients better off?
Symptom relief CompletedResearchers compare two surgical techniques for rebuilding the tongue after cancer removal: the submental island pedicled flap, taken from under the chin, and the radial forearm free flap, taken from the arm. Twenty-eight adults with tongue cancer that requires partial or total r…
Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a memory drug and precision radiation save thinking during brain cancer treatment?
Symptom relief CompletedWhole-brain radiotherapy is a common treatment for cancer that has spread to the brain, but it often harms memory and thinking. This phase III trial tests whether adding the drug memantine and using a radiation technique that avoids the hippocampus, a brain area key to memory, ca…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: NRG Oncology • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lower dose of olanzapine may ease chemo nausea with less drowsiness
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at 2,000 adults with solid tumors to find the best dose of olanzapine for preventing nausea and vomiting caused by strong chemotherapy. Researchers compared 2.5 mg, 5 mg, and 10 mg doses to see which works best with the fewest side effects like daytime sleepines…
Sponsor: Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain games for young cancer survivors: a promising pilot study
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a computer-based cognitive training program could help children with brain tumors who had radiation therapy. 45 children were randomly assigned to either an adaptive or non-adaptive training program. The goal was to see if the training could improve thin…
Sponsor: Children's Oncology Group • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an AI chatbot lift the spirits of advanced cancer patients?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether an AI emotional companion app can improve depression, anxiety, and demoralization in adults with advanced cancer. Participants use a mobile app where a virtual character holds conversations, reads emotional cues, and offers a link to a human hotline if di…
Sponsor: National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Eye gel may replace painful needle in pterygium surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a numbing gel (lidocaine) works as well as a needle injection for pain relief during pterygium surgery. 41 adults having pterygium removal took part. The goal was to see if the gel causes less pain and eye dryness after surgery.
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Vrije Universiteit Brussel • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can light therapy unblock a common cancer side effect?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether laser acupuncture, a non-invasive therapy using low-intensity light on traditional acupoints, can relieve constipation in people with advanced cancer. Participants are adults with advanced cancer who have constipation despite using laxatives. The study me…
Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Peppermint and lemon scents put to the test against chemo nausea
Symptom relief CompletedThis phase 2 trial tests whether inhaling a blend of peppermint and lemon essential oils can reduce nausea and vomiting in people receiving their first chemotherapy for a solid tumor. Participants will inhale the oils four times daily and whenever nausea strikes, with symptoms tr…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could music be medicine for the injured brain?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether adding music therapy to standard rehabilitation helps people recover better after serious neurological injuries like stroke, brain injury, or spinal cord damage. About 75 participants aged 16-80 will be randomly assigned to receive either music therapy or…
Sponsor: University College, London • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A digital lifeline: could Real-Time symptom tracking transform care for kids with advanced cancer?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether a new care approach, called PediQUEST Response, can improve quality of life for children, adolescents, and young adults with advanced cancer. Participants use an app to regularly report symptoms and quality of life, and a palliative care team receives the…
Sponsor: Joanne Wolfe, MD, MPH • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual reality goggles could ease cancer Patients' procedure fears
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether using a virtual reality headset during PICC line placement can reduce anxiety and pain in cancer patients. About 120 adults will be randomly assigned to either receive VR plus standard care or standard care alone. The goal is to see if this non-drug appro…
Sponsor: Istituto Oncologico Veneto IRCCS • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can talking it out ease PTSD in cancer patients during a pandemic?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether monthly 45-minute psychological interviews over 6 months could reduce post-traumatic stress symptoms in cancer patients affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. It included 29 adults with solid tumors who had moderate to high PTSD symptoms. The goal was to see…
Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Skip the clinic: could a smartphone survey replace your post-surgery eye check?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether a telemedicine follow-up — a simple online survey with photos and a vision check — can safely replace the first in-person visit after low-risk eyelid procedures like droopy eyelid repair or skin cancer removal. Adults undergoing these surgeries will eithe…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a sedative calm the Body's stress response during brain tumor surgery?
Symptom relief CompletedThis phase 2 trial tests whether giving the sedative dexmedetomidine during pituitary tumor surgery can dampen the body's stress response and improve early recovery. About 64 adults with non-functioning pituitary adenomas undergoing endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery will be rand…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Timing of scalp block may improve recovery in brain tumor surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compares two different times to give a scalp block—a numbing injection to the scalp—during brain tumor surgery. One group receives the block before the head is pinned in place, the other just before waking up. Researchers will measure recovery quality, pain, and heart …
Sponsor: Sakarya University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could tiny needles tame Chemo's Gut-Wrenching side effect in kids?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether acupuncture using tiny, semi-permanent needles can prevent diarrhea caused by the chemotherapy drug irinotecan in children with solid tumors. About 22 children will receive the acupuncture during their second round of chemo, and researchers will measure p…
Sponsor: Fundació Sant Joan de Déu • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One-Time procedure aims to ease spine cancer pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new approach that combines a minimally invasive spine-stabilizing procedure (kyphoplasty) with a single dose of targeted radiation given during surgery. The goal was to see if this combination could better control pain from cancer that has spread to the spine.…
Sponsor: Northwell Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Simple skin care may shield kids from cancer drug side effects
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a preventive skin care routine in 14 children (ages 6 months to 18 years) with brain tumors who were receiving targeted therapy (BRAF, MEK, or Pan-RAF inhibitors). The goal was to see if gentle skin care and sun protection could reduce or prevent skin reactions …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New drug may ease severe skin rashes in cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether the drug benralizumab can safely reduce skin rashes caused by cancer treatments like checkpoint inhibitors. The goal was to lower the number of high-grade rashes to milder ones, which could improve quality of life and help patients stay on their cancer t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Can a video game sharpen your mind after cancer or ICU stay?
Symptom relief CompletedThis small study tested a virtual reality game called Hometown Bound in 9 adults with mild cognitive impairment after cancer or ICU stay. Participants played the game three times a week for four weeks. Researchers measured memory and thinking skills before and after using standar…
Sponsor: University of Cincinnati • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New pain coping program helps advanced cancer patients regain daily life
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a special pain coping skills program for people with advanced solid tumor cancer who have pain that interferes with daily activities. 211 patients were randomly assigned to either the program or standard care. The program taught ways to manage pain and find mean…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Simple breathing exercises cut lung problems after brain surgery by more than half
Symptom relief CompletedAfter brain tumor surgery, some patients develop lung issues like pneumonia. This study tested a new nursing system that includes breathing exercises, early movement, and team care. In 165 patients, the new system reduced lung complications from 13.6% to 4.8% and helped patients …
Sponsor: The Affiliated Brain Hospital of Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New study tests better pain control during brain surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at two ways to numb a nerve bundle in the face during pituitary gland surgery. The goal was to see which method reduces the amount of anesthesia needed during the operation. Sixty adults having this type of surgery took part. The results help doctors choose the …
Sponsor: Donia Hany Saad • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Walking your way through chemo: study tests if steps keep treatment on track
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a simple walking program, guided by a fitness tracker, could help cancer patients tolerate their chemoradiotherapy without missing treatments. 166 adults with brain, head and neck, lung, gastrointestinal, or cervical cancer participated. Patients were gi…
Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Pulsed radiation may offer safer retreatment for brain tumors
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested a new way to deliver radiation therapy to people with recurrent IDH-mutant gliomas who had already received radiation to the brain. Instead of giving one large dose, the radiation was given in many small, timed pulses to reduce side effects. The study incl…
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Can melatonin and a sedative stop brain surgery confusion?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether giving melatonin along with the sedative dexmedetomidine could lower the chance of post-operative delirium (confusion) after open brain surgery. 100 adults aged 30-60 took part. The goal was to see if the combination works better than dexmedetomidine alo…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Can a VR headset calm brain tumor Patients' anxiety?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether using a virtual reality (VR) headset at home could help reduce anxiety and distress in adults with primary brain tumors. Sixty-one participants used the VR headset for 4 weeks and filled out symptom questionnaires. The goal was to see if this approach is…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New lens promises better sight at all distances for cataract patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a special type of artificial lens (TECNIS Eyhance IOL) in 62 adults aged 45-75 who had cataract surgery. The goal was to see how well the lens helps people see clearly at different distances, from close up to far away. Researchers measured vision at nine distanc…
Sponsor: Democritus University of Thrace • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Numbing the scalp may beat opioids for brain surgery pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a scalp nerve block (injecting numbing medicine into the scalp) controls pain better than morphine during and after brain surgery. 62 adults having brain tumor surgery were randomly assigned to receive either a scalp block or morphine. Researchers measur…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Aga Khan University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Brain tumor patients get help for 'Chemo Brain' with new telehealth program
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested a telehealth program called C-SMART for people with primary brain tumors who have mild memory or thinking problems. The program combines cognitive rehabilitation with mindfulness training over 8 weekly sessions. Researchers enrolled 32 patients and caregiv…
Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Precision radiation may offer better pain relief for spine metastases
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a more intense, precisely targeted type of radiation (SBRT) works better than standard radiation for reducing pain from cancer that has spread to the spine. About 219 adults with painful spinal metastases took part. The main goal was to see if SBRT leads…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Brain cancer survivors team up with carers to tackle 'chemo brain'
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a program called ImPACT for brain cancer survivors who have trouble with thinking and memory. The program pairs each survivor with a carer to identify strengths and challenges, and create practical strategies for daily life. The trial enrolled 27 survivors and t…
Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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VR movies calm cancer patients before radiation
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether watching 360° virtual reality movies can reduce fear and anxiety in cancer patients about to start radiation therapy. 292 adults with breast, lung, prostate, head and neck cancer, or brain tumors participated. Patients watched a VR movie and then filled …
Sponsor: Maastricht Radiation Oncology • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Brain tumor insomnia targeted by CBT in new pilot study
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a type of talk therapy called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) in 70 people with brain tumors who also had trouble sleeping. The therapy involved six weekly group sessions delivered online. The main goal was to see if the approach was practical …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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New online program eases Kids' cancer return to school
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a web-based program to help children aged 8-17 with cancer adjust to returning to school. The program included modules for children, parents, teachers, and peers, focusing on communication, coping, and social skills. Twenty children participated, and researchers…
Sponsor: Gazi University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Zinc and cream combo may stop painful side effect of cancer treatment
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether taking zinc supplements and applying a strong steroid cream (clobetasol) can prevent or reduce hand-foot skin reaction, a common and painful side effect of the cancer drug regorafenib. About 150 patients starting regorafenib were split into three groups:…
Sponsor: Gazi University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:04 UTC
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Can early supportive care ease the emotional toll of advanced eye cancer?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether starting supportive care early, alongside standard cancer treatment, helps patients with metastatic uveal melanoma feel more supported. 162 adults with advanced eye cancer that had spread were randomly assigned to get either standard oncology visits o…
Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:26 UTC
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New study tracks Radiation's toll on Kids' brains
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 76 children with brain tumors to learn how radiation therapy affects their quality of life, thinking, and body functions over time. Researchers collected blood, urine, and MRI scans before and after treatment, along with tests of memory, behavior, vision, and …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Why do Non-Smokers get head and neck cancer? scientists probe tumor DNA
Knowledge-focused CompletedResearchers are studying blood and tumor tissue from people with squamous cell cancer of the larynx, pharynx, or oral cavity who have no history of smoking, heavy drinking, or workplace exposure to substances like asbestos or wood dust. The goal is to learn how DNA changes and bi…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy side effects under the microscope: MOTIVATE study tracks 150 patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 150 people with solid tumors who were starting immunotherapy (immune checkpoint inhibitors) as part of their regular care. Researchers collected data on side effects and asked patients to fill out questionnaires before each treatment. The goal was to better un…
Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study measures how brain radiation affects thinking and daily life
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether standard radiation treatment for cancer that has spread to the brain causes changes in thinking skills like memory and attention. 35 adults with brain metastases received radiation and took tests and surveys before and after treatment. The goal was to…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists track skin tumors in NF1 to uncover clues for future therapies
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 17 adults with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) over two years to learn how their skin tumors (dermal neurofibromas) grow and change. Researchers used special cameras and skin biopsies to measure tumor growth and look for genes that might influence it. The goal …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Should all young cancer patients get genetic testing? study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether offering genetic testing to all young adults with cancer (ages 18-39) is better than only testing those who meet certain guidelines. About 749 participants were randomly assigned to either universal testing with a broad gene panel or standard testing …
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Large study digs into rare brain tumors to uncover clues
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study gathered information from 326 adults with rare central nervous system tumors, such as medulloblastoma and ependymoma. Participants completed surveys about their symptoms, treatments, and lifestyle, and provided a saliva sample for genetic analysis. The goal was to lear…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mining Responders' tumors for clues to a universal cancer therapy
Knowledge-focused CompletedResearchers want to learn which molecules on cancer cells the immune system attacks when checkpoint inhibitor drugs work well. They collect tumor and blood samples from adults with solid tumors who respond to these drugs, either during treatment or after surgery. The team then se…
Sponsor: TScan Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Glow-in-the-dark dye may help surgeons spot hidden cancer in kids
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study is testing whether a green dye called ICG can help surgeons see tumors more clearly during surgery in children and teens with solid tumors. The dye is injected before surgery and makes tumor tissue glow under a special camera. The goal is to see if this technique helps…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A brainstem dose limit might spare brain tumor patients from radiation nausea
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether the amount of radiation reaching a small brainstem region, the dorsal vagal complex, is linked to nausea in people receiving radiation for benign brain tumors. Researchers will track nausea scores and radiation doses in 100 adults. The goal is to find …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene hunt aims to unlock NF1's mysteries
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at people with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) and their families to find out why some have more severe symptoms than others. Researchers will collect medical history, blood samples, and images to study genes and physical traits. The goal is to identify genes that…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Researchers bank samples to unlock secrets of brain tumors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study enrolled over 1,200 people with brain or spinal cord tumors to collect medical information, blood samples, and tumor tissue. The goal was to better understand these cancers and identify promising areas for future research. Participants also received guidance …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can the mediterranean diet survive chemo? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how cancer treatment changes patients' ability to stick with a Mediterranean diet. Researchers followed 116 patients starting chemotherapy or immunotherapy, checking their diet adherence and sensory changes (taste and smell) at the start and after 9 weeks. Th…
Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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What stops families from enrolling in child cancer trials?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study uses interviews with parents and caregivers of children with central nervous system (CNS) tumors to understand what makes it hard to participate in treatment and clinical trials. It looks at practical barriers like transportation, childcare, and extra costs, as well as…
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A new tool aims to demystify immunotherapy for advanced cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis trial tests whether a 15-minute educational video and a list of suggested questions can improve understanding of immunotherapy among patients with advanced cancer and their caregivers. Participants are randomly assigned to receive the educational materials or usual care, and…
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A 5-minute quiz might predict who gets severe chemo side effects
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether a short risk-assessment tool, called the CARG score, can predict severe side effects from chemotherapy in cancer patients aged 70 and older. Participants will answer questions about their health and daily function before starting a new chemotherapy reg…
Sponsor: RenJi Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Michigan study tests ways to boost genetic testing in cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a special website or coaching phone calls could help more people with a personal or family history of certain cancers get genetic testing. Over 800 participants were randomly assigned to one of these two methods or to standard care. The goal was to se…
Sponsor: University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may spare cancer patients unneeded iron infusions
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis trial explores whether a blood test measuring reticulocyte hemoglobin content (RET-He) can predict how well cancer patients with anemia will respond to intravenous iron treatment. The study involves adults with solid tumors who have functional iron deficiency. By checking RE…
Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Childhood brain tumor survivors face hidden hormone risks years later
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at long-term hormone and metabolic problems in people who survived a childhood brain tumor. Researchers will check survivors for issues like growth, thyroid, and blood sugar problems, and see how these relate to the tumor and its treatment. The goal is to help do…
Sponsor: Institute of Oncology Ljubljana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a phone call help cancer survivors get the genetic answers they need?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether offering genetic counseling by phone or video could help more childhood cancer survivors get genetic testing. About 391 survivors took part, comparing remote counseling to usual care. The goal was to see if remote services increase testing uptake and …
Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Tumor's genetic blueprint guide better treatment for kids with brain cancer?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot trial explores whether using a tumor's molecular profile—its gene expression and DNA sequencing—can help doctors choose a personalized treatment plan for children and young adults with high-grade glioma (a type of brain cancer). Participants receive a recommendation fr…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain tumor study probes how income and community shape health
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study surveyed 100 adults with brain tumors (gliomas) to understand how social factors like income, education, housing, and community support affect their health. Participants answered questionnaires about their neighborhoods, access to food and transportation, and…
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer clot care under the microscope: new study mines data for better treatment insights
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study reviews existing medical records to understand how blood clots (VTE) are treated in people with active cancer or a history of cancer. Researchers will look at which blood thinners are used, how often clots come back, and the costs involved. No new treatments are given—…
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a 3D camera make brain radiation safer and more precise?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tests whether a surface-guided system called AlignRT can position patients more accurately during stereotactic radiosurgery for brain metastases compared to standard manual methods. Twenty adults each had their position checked twice—once manually and once with AlignRT…
Sponsor: Institute of Oncology Ljubljana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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ECMO in kids with cancer: a closer look at survival and risks
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examines how children under 18 with cancer or a history of a stem cell transplant do when they need a machine called ECMO to help them breathe. Researchers looked at bleeding, infections, and survival rates in children treated at one hospital, and compared survival wit…
Sponsor: Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a smartphone replace clinic visits for rare tumor survivors?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tests whether a remote monitoring program can reliably track the health of people who have had surgery for pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma (PPGL), rare adrenal tumors. Participants use an internet platform to report their data, which is compared to information collec…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New PET scan method could better track brain tumor treatment success
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a special type of PET scan (amino acid PET) can better measure how well IDH inhibitor drugs are working in patients with a certain type of brain tumor (IDH-mutated glioma). The researchers compared the PET scan results with standard MRI scans in 22 pa…
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New imaging method could reduce need for brain tumor biopsies
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at whether a special PET scan technique called radiomics can help doctors figure out the type and behavior of brain tumors (gliomas) without needing a surgical biopsy. Researchers analyzed scans from 1000 patients who had already received an 18F-FDOPA …
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a Child's cancer be inherited? new study digs into family DNA
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at the DNA of 100 children (and young adults up to age 17) who have cancer, along with the DNA of their healthy parents. The goal is to find genetic changes that may have caused the cancer. By comparing the child's DNA to both parents', researchers hope to discov…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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PET scan patients may soon be allowed to move freely during the long wait
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether letting patients move freely between the injection of a radioactive tracer and the PET scan affects image quality. Normally, patients must rest for an hour to avoid muscle uptake that can blur results. The trial involved 284 adults with cancer or needing…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional d'Orléans • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a quick GP visit improve cancer care? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether it's possible for people diagnosed with solid tumors to have a follow-up visit with their general practitioner within 15 days of learning their diagnosis. Researchers will track how many patients actually attend this visit and why some might not. The g…
Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Brain tumor secrets: how kids and young adults differ
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at brain tumors (gliomas) in 128 patients under 25 treated at one French hospital. Researchers compared the genetic and imaging features of tumors in children (0-14 years) versus adolescents and young adults (15-25 years). The goal was to see if these groups hav…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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20-Year study of rare childhood brain tumors aims to spot which turn dangerous
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study reviewed medical records of 37 children under 18 diagnosed with rare brain tumors called DIA or DIG between 1996 and 2015 in French cancer centers. Researchers wanted to find out why some of these usually benign tumors become malignant. By analyzing clinical, genetic, …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Study aims to unlock secrets of immunotherapy skin reactions
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study observed 255 cancer patients receiving immunotherapy to understand why some develop skin side effects. Researchers measured immune markers and lipids in the skin and blood. The goal is to identify patterns that could predict or explain these reactions.
Sponsor: National Jewish Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New study: can targeted radiation save thinking skills in patients with multiple brain tumors?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study compared two types of radiation for people with 11 to 20 brain tumors that spread from other cancers. One group got Gamma Knife radiosurgery, which targets each tumor precisely. The other got whole brain radiation, which treats the entire brain. The goal was to see whi…
Sponsor: Elisabeth-TweeSteden Ziekenhuis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Massive study tests yearly brain scans for lung cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study analyzed health records from over 229,000 people with newly diagnosed lung cancer in Korea to see if getting a brain MRI every year helps find cancer that has spread to the brain. The goal was to learn whether these scans catch brain metastases earlier, when they might…
Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New study reveals how brain scans predict surgery outcomes for pituitary tumors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 49 people with masses in the sellar region of the brain (near the pituitary gland). Researchers compared MRI scans before surgery with the final diagnosis after surgery to see how well imaging predicts the type of tumor. The goal was to improve diagnosis and …
Sponsor: Arab Board of Neurosurgery • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Brain surgeons pinpoint the 'Arrival Time' region during awake operations
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study investigates which parts of the brain help us judge when a moving object will reach us, a skill used in daily life. Researchers test patients during awake brain surgery for tumor removal, using a simple task where they estimate when a disappearing object would have mad…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Study reveals why immunotherapy works differently in liver, lung, and brain tumors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at medical records of 938 adults with solid tumors who received immunotherapy. Researchers compared how well the treatment worked when cancer had spread to different organs like the liver, brain, lung, or bone. The goal is to understand why some metastatic sites…
Sponsor: Wenlong Zhong, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Proton therapy gets a daily Tune-Up in small pilot study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot study tested whether it's possible to adjust proton radiation plans each day while the patient is on the treatment table. Ten adults with solid tumors took part. The goal was to see if this approach is safe and practical enough to study in a larger trial.
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Gene mapping could open new doors for brain tumor patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether whole genome sequencing of recurrent glioblastoma tumors can uncover more targeted treatment options. Researchers analyzed tumor samples from 164 patients who had surgery for their first recurrence. The goal was to see if this detailed genetic testing…
Sponsor: UMC Utrecht • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Cancer patients report more memory lapses, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at memory complaints in 426 people, including those with brain tumors, breast cancer, and healthy volunteers. Participants filled out questionnaires about their memory, mood, and fatigue. The goal was to understand how cancer and its treatments might affect ever…
Sponsor: Institut du Cancer de Montpellier - Val d'Aurelle • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New website aims to close cancer care gap for black patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study created and tested an educational website to help Black and African American cancer patients learn about personalized cancer treatments and clinical trials. Researchers interviewed 48 patients and caregivers, then tested the website with 33 patients. The goal was to se…
Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New scan could help doctors see hidden tumor oxygen levels
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a special PET scan to measure oxygen levels inside glioblastoma brain tumors. Low oxygen (hypoxia) can make tumors harder to treat. The goal was to find the best way to use this scan to guide treatment. 14 adults with newly diagnosed glioblastoma took part.
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Brain radiation may erase personal memories, study warns
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at how radiation therapy for brain tumors like meningioma or pituitary adenoma might affect autobiographical memory—the memories of your life events. Researchers will ask 17 patients to complete memory tests one and two years after treatment. The goal is to see i…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Tiny gold seeds could sharpen radiation for spine tumors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether implanting tiny gold markers near spinal tumors helps deliver radiation more accurately. Researchers also checked if giving slightly more radiation to the nearby esophagus is safe, which might improve tumor control. The study involved 41 adults with vari…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New program aims to better involve relatives in brain injury care
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study developed and tested a program to help nurses better support relatives of patients with acquired brain injury or malignant brain tumors. The program included nurse training, a dialog tool, a peer support list, videos, and documentation guidelines. Researchers tested it…
Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Food safety training put to the test: do workers learn better habits?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a food safety training program helps food service employees improve their knowledge, attitudes, and practices around safe food handling. About 200 adult workers took part, and the training covered personal hygiene and safe food preparation. The goal w…
Sponsor: Kayseri University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Genetic testing could unlock new treatments for kids with brain cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a detailed genetic analysis of tumor tissue could find treatment targets in 80 children with recurrent or very high-risk brain tumors. The goal was to see if this approach is practical and can help doctors choose personalized therapies. No new drugs were…
Sponsor: Masaryk University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Tumor DNA test may match patients to smarter cancer drugs
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether analyzing the DNA of a patient's tumor can help doctors pick a targeted therapy for advanced or metastatic cancer. Researchers enrolled 550 adults with various solid tumors that had spread. They took biopsy or blood samples to search for genetic chang…
Sponsor: Institut Paoli-Calmettes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Brain scan may sharpen tumor treatment choices
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether an 18F-FDOPA PET scan changes treatment decisions for people with high-grade gliomas (aggressive brain tumors) when standard MRI results are unclear. Researchers enrolled 110 patients and compared treatment plans before and after the scan. The goal was t…
Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Scientists hunt for biomarkers to personalize proton beam cancer therapy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study enrolled 84 people with brain tumors, meningioma, or high-grade sarcoma who received proton beam therapy. Researchers analyzed tumor and blood samples to find biomarkers that might predict how well the cancer responds to treatment. The goal is to eventually h…
Sponsor: Centre Leon Berard • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New scanner could spot brain tumor types without a needle
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new type of MRI-like scan called Field Cycling Imaging (FCI) on 9 people who had surgery for low-grade gliomas. The goal was to see if FCI can tell apart different subtypes of these slow-growing brain tumors without needing another surgery or biopsy. Each part…
Sponsor: NHS Grampian • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New study aims to measure what matters most for kids with tough brain cancers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how re-irradiation affects the quality of life and symptoms of 20 children with diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) or recurrent brain tumors, as well as their caregivers. Researchers used surveys to track physical, emotional, and social well-be…
Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Brain tumor imaging study aims to find hidden cancer stem cells
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a special MRI technique can identify the most aggressive parts of a glioblastoma brain tumor. Researchers took tissue samples from different areas of the tumor during surgery and tested them for cancer stem cells. The goal was to see if MRI markers ma…
Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Scientists hunt for biomarkers to predict radiation damage
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study analyzed blood, urine, and tissue samples from 273 adults with brain or lung cancer who were receiving radiation therapy. The goal was to find biological markers that could predict which patients are more likely to develop serious side effects from radiation, such as l…
Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Heart risk alert: troponin test may protect cancer patients on immunotherapy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 300 cancer patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors to see if measuring troponin levels could help detect serious heart problems early. The goal was to prevent major cardiovascular events like heart attack or stroke without unnecessarily s…
Sponsor: Institut Mutualiste Montsouris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Cancer drug heart risk mystery probed in new study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how immune checkpoint inhibitors, a type of cancer drug, might affect blood vessels and increase heart risks. Researchers measured blood vessel function and checked for related markers in 39 cancer patients before and after starting treatment. The goal was to…
Sponsor: Institut Mutualiste Montsouris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Glow-in-the-Dark dyes may help surgeons remove more brain tumor
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked back at medical records of 41 patients who had surgery for aggressive brain tumors (high-grade gliomas). Some surgeries used fluorescent dyes that make tumor tissue glow, helping surgeons tell it apart from healthy brain. The goal was to see if using these dyes …
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera SS. Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo di Alessandria • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Scientists decode DNA of rare eye tumors to track Cancer's moves
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at the DNA changes (mutations) in eye cancers called ocular melanoma. Researchers analyzed tumor samples from 58 patients to understand how these cancers develop and spread. The goal was to identify key mutations that could lead to better treatments in the futur…
Sponsor: The Wellcome Sanger Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New study tracks hidden heart and bone risks in Cushing's disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 80 people with newly diagnosed Cushing's disease for three years to see how the disease affects the heart, bones, metabolism, and quality of life. Researchers used blood tests, heart scans, bone density tests, and questionnaires to track complications before a…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Brain surgery breakthrough? scientists watch blood Pressure's role in bleeding
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 160 adults having planned brain surgery to see if raising blood pressure during the operation makes it harder for surgeons to stop bleeding. Doctors increased blood pressure slightly with a medicine and noted if extra steps were needed to control bleeding. Th…
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Autopsy study sheds light on brain cancer Therapy's effects
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at brain tissue from 20 glioblastoma patients who had received Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) therapy. Researchers examined the tissue after the patients died to see how the treatment affected tumor cells. The goal was to find patterns that could help doctors …
Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Pharmacist Check-Ups catch dangerous drug Mix-Ups in cancer care
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether having a clinical pharmacist review medications for cancer patients before they start treatment could prevent drug-related problems. Researchers observed 440 adults with solid tumors who were about to receive chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or oral targeted…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New brain scan could help doctors track glioblastoma better
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new type of MRI scan that shows how brain tumors use energy, which could help doctors make better treatment decisions. Seventeen adults with glioblastoma received an injection of a special substance before imaging. The goal was to see if this method is safe an…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Susan Chang • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Eye scan may forecast vision after brain surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a type of eye scan called OCT-angiography can predict how well vision will recover after surgery to remove a pituitary tumor. Researchers compared the scan results with standard vision tests in 21 patients. The goal was to see if the scan could serve as …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Brain tumor surgery fluid linked to dangerous Re-Bleeding?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked back at 300 adults who had surgery to remove a giant meningioma (a large brain tumor). Researchers wanted to see if using a fluid called hydroxyethyl starch (HES) during the operation increased the chance of re-bleeding that required another surgery within 48 ho…
Sponsor: Chiang Mai University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Cancer drug side effect under the microscope: muscle enzyme spike studied
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how often a muscle enzyme called CPK increases in people with solid tumors who are taking a type of targeted therapy called tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs). Researchers measured CPK levels in routine blood tests from 154 patients and checked if high levels …
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Simple test may spot frailty in elderly cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how common frailty is in people aged 70 and older with solid tumors who visited a cancer center. Researchers used a short questionnaire called VES-13 to screen patients before their doctor visit. They also compared the test results with the doctor's own judgm…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Brain tumor study reveals hidden toll of chemo on daily life
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 26 adults with low-grade glioma who were receiving chemotherapy (temozolomide) for the first time after surgery. Researchers measured how the treatment affected patients' quality of life, thinking skills, and emotional well-being over one year. The goal was to…
Sponsor: Institut du Cancer de Montpellier - Val d'Aurelle • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Trial or standard care? study reveals emotional toll on cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study compared anxiety, depression, and quality of life between 125 cancer patients who joined clinical trials and those who received standard treatment. Researchers used questionnaires to measure stress and emotional well-being. The goal was to understand how trial particip…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New digital tool could make eye scar assessment more accurate
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a digital color scale to objectively measure scarring of the eye's surface in people with recurrent pterygium, a growth that can come back after surgery. Researchers took photos of 25 patients' eyes and used software to analyze the scar tissue. The goal was to s…
Sponsor: Instituto de Oftalmología Fundación Conde de Valenciana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Lidocaine levels measured in brain tumors during surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed phase 1 trial measured how much lidocaine, a common pain reliever, reaches the tumor and blood in 12 adults undergoing surgery for glioblastoma. Researchers collected blood and tumor samples at multiple times to understand the drug's levels. The goal was to gather …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Childhood brain tumor survivors face hidden hormone risks
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examined 12 childhood brain tumor survivors to understand long-term hormone and metabolic problems. Researchers checked for issues like growth hormone deficiency, thyroid problems, obesity, and abnormal cholesterol. The goal is to help doctors better monitor and manage…
Sponsor: Institute of Oncology Ljubljana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can adding radiation to immunotherapy help advanced cancer patients? new study explores safety and 'Abscopal' effects
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 42 adults with advanced solid tumors who were already on or about to start checkpoint inhibitor immunotherapy and also needed palliative radiotherapy for symptom relief. Researchers wanted to see if the combination was safe (less than 30% severe side effects)…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Can combo drugs penetrate tough brain tumors? new study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a combination of two drugs (LY3214996 and abemaciclib) can reach brain tumors in people with recurrent glioblastoma, a type of aggressive brain cancer. About 42 participants took the drugs before surgery to remove their tumor, and researchers measured…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Nader Sanai • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Can stress shorten life in brain cancer? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at whether stress and exercise levels influence survival and quality of life in 42 people with glioblastoma, a severe brain cancer. Participants wore a smartwatch to track heart rate, sleep, and activity, and filled out questionnaires on stress and fat…
Sponsor: Maastricht Radiation Oncology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New study tackles bone pain caused by chemo-boosting drug
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study watched 225 people with solid tumors who got a drug called G-CSF during chemotherapy. G-CSF can cause bone pain. Researchers measured pain levels and tracked what treatments (like pain relievers or other methods) helped. They also checked quality of life, fatigue, mood…
Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Brain tumour study: could your mood and memory predict survival?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 90 adults with glial brain tumours to see if their quality of life and thinking abilities (like memory and focus) could help predict how long they live. Researchers used questionnaires and cognitive tests to track changes over time. The goal is to h…
Sponsor: Institute of Oncology Ljubljana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Emergency doctors learn to read brain scans with online training
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether online training can improve how well emergency department doctors interpret CT head scans. 173 clinicians from 6 UK hospitals took part. One group received training early, while a control group got it later. The goal was to see if training boosts accu…
Sponsor: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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New imaging clues help spot rare brain tumor
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 71 adults with suspected MVNT, a rare non-cancerous brain tumor. Researchers used special MRI scans to find unique patterns that help tell MVNT apart from other brain growths. The goal was to improve diagnosis, not to test a treatment.
Sponsor: Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Can a single nurse monitor multiple eye surgeries safely?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a central monitoring station outside the operating room could safely replace having an anesthesia nurse in each room during eye surgeries like cataract removal. Researchers compared the rate of complications (like high blood pressure or low oxygen) be…
Sponsor: Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Can a simple blood test predict chemo side effects in brain cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 2 study looked at 244 glioblastoma patients to see if platelet counts during radiation and chemotherapy could predict who would develop dangerously low platelets later. The goal was to create a monitoring plan for high-risk patients. No new drug or treatment …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Henri Becquerel • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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No-Stitch eye surgery shows promise for pterygium patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at two methods for fixing a tissue graft after removing a pterygium, a growth on the eye's surface. In 30 patients with pterygium in both eyes, one eye received stitches and the other did not. Researchers used special imaging to compare healing, comfort, and gra…
Sponsor: Minia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Brain scan study aims to predict glioblastoma drug response
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed pilot study tested whether two types of brain scans—FDG PET and CT perfusion—can predict how well the drug bevacizumab works in people with recurrent glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. Fourteen patients were scanned before treatment and then classified as re…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Chemo nausea still a problem despite standard care, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tracked 300 cancer patients receiving their first round of chemotherapy to see how often nausea and vomiting still happen, even with standard anti-nausea medicines. Participants filled out questionnaires about their symptoms in the first 24 hours and up to 4 days after…
Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Virtual reality test reveals hidden memory damage in cured Cushing's patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether people who have been cured of Cushing's disease for at least a year still have memory problems. Researchers used a special virtual reality test to check memory, along with standard tests. The goal was to better understand these lasting effects and imp…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Can a simple spit test predict chemo-related deafness in kids?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 119 children who had platinum-based chemotherapy for certain cancers. Researchers wanted to find out if certain genes make some kids more likely to develop hearing loss from the treatment. By analyzing DNA from saliva samples, they hope to identify high-risk …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Scientists map brain tumor genetics using blood and spinal fluid
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examined genetic and epigenetic changes in brain metastases from solid cancers. Researchers collected tumor tissue, blood, and spinal fluid from 21 patients during surgery to compare molecular profiles. The goal was to see if liquid biopsies could reliably reflect the …
Sponsor: GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Protein map of rare childhood cancer could reveal new attack points
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at protein patterns in tumor samples from 44 children with a rare cancer called rhabdoid tumor. Researchers used advanced techniques to see how tumors differ from each other. The goal was to find new targets for future treatments. The study is complete and did n…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Scientists map hidden diversity in rare childhood tumors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at tumor samples from 15 children with rhabdoid tumors to understand why some parts of the tumor resist treatment. By analyzing individual cells, researchers aimed to identify different cell types within each tumor and find potential new targets for therapy. The…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Brain tumor drug implant under the microscope: how safe is it?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 272 people with brain tumors who received Gliadel Wafer, a chemotherapy implant placed during surgery. Researchers tracked how long patients lived and whether the tumor came back, as well as any side effects. The goal was to see how the treatment works in real…
Sponsor: Arbor Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Massive tumor study counts rare gene fusions
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study examined tumor samples from 3820 people with advanced solid tumors to find how many have NTRK gene fusions. Researchers used genetic testing to identify these rare changes. The study did not test any treatment, but aims to guide future targeted therapy decisi…
Sponsor: Institut Bergonié • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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New scan may sharpen radiation for Fast-Growing brain cancers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 2 trial tested whether a special PET/CT scan using 11C-methionine could help doctors better plan radiation therapy for people with glioblastoma, the most common and aggressive brain cancer. The study focused on patients whose tumors grew back quickly after su…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Masaryk Memorial Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Simple blood test could help monitor aggressive brain tumors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a blood test measuring a protein called hPG80 (progastrin) can help track high-grade brain tumors like glioblastoma. Researchers took blood samples from 30 patients before, during, and after radiation and chemotherapy. The goal was to see if hPG80 lev…
Sponsor: Centre Jean Perrin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Blood test may predict success of liver surgery for rare eye cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether measuring tumor DNA in the blood can help doctors know if surgery to remove liver metastases from uveal melanoma was successful. Researchers took blood samples from 60 patients before and after surgery and during follow-up. The goal was to see if chan…
Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 19:05 UTC
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Soft brain probe tested in humans for first time
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis first-in-human study tested a new soft neural probe in 5 adults already scheduled for brain surgery to remove a tumor or epileptic tissue. The probe was inserted into the part of the brain being removed to see if it could be placed safely and record electrical signals. Parti…
Sponsor: Axoft, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:33 UTC
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Epidural safety checked for moms with rare immune disorders
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether epidural or spinal anesthesia during childbirth leads to more infections in women with primary immunodeficiencies (weak immune systems). Researchers tracked 30 women from a national registry for 28 days after delivery to see if they developed serious …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:52 UTC
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Brain scans reveal hidden memory damage in childhood cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how radiation therapy for pediatric brain cancer affects memory and brain structure in children, teens, and young adults. Researchers used MRI scans and memory tests to compare 60 participants. The goal is to better understand which brain areas are harmed by …
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:09 UTC
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New PET/MRI scan could help kids with brain tumors get better treatment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a special type of brain scan (PET/MRI) can be used in children aged 5-17 with brain tumors. The scan combines two imaging techniques to give doctors more information about the tumor. Only 15 children took part, and the main goal was to see if the scan wa…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:40 UTC
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New ultrasound technique could help surgeons see brain activity in real time
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new, highly sensitive ultrasound technique to map brain activity during surgery in 23 adults with brain tumors or lesions. The method aims to provide real-time images of blood flow changes linked to brain function, without needing contrast agents. Researchers …
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:48 UTC