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Respiratory tract neoplasm
MONDO:0020641A benign or malignant, primary or metastatic neoplasm involving the respiratory tract.
Also known as: neoplasm of respiratory tract, neoplasm of the respiratory tract, neoplasm, respiratory tract, neoplasms, respiratory tract, respiratory system neoplasm, respiratory tract neoplasm, respiratory tract tumor, respiratory tract tumour
5577 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 32 tagged with Respiratory tract neoplasm itself.
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Lung neoplasm 1,367 trials · 4,039 incl. sub-types
10 sub-types
- Lung cancer 1,207 trials · 3,941 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Lung neuroendocrine neoplasm 21 trials · 540 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Lung benign neoplasm 1 trial · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Lung PEComa 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Pulmonary sulcus neoplasm 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Langerhans cell histiocytosis specific to adulthood 0 trials Sub-types →
- Fibroma of lung 0 trials
- Hamartoma of lung 0 trials Sub-types →
- Lung germ cell tumor 0 trials
- Lung hilum neoplasm 0 trials Sub-types →
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Nasopharyngeal neoplasm 37 trials · 226 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Malignant tumor of nasopharynx 9 trials · 213 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Benign neoplasm of nasopharynx 0 trials
- Nasopharyngeal teratoma 0 trials
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Laryngeal neoplasm 72 trials · 138 incl. sub-types
6 sub-types
- Larynx cancer 41 trials · 125 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Glottis neoplasm 3 trials · 12 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Supraglottis neoplasm 0 trials · 3 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Benign laryngeal neoplasm 1 trial · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Subglottis neoplasm 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Laryngeal neuroendocrine neoplasm 0 trials Sub-types →
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Pleural neoplasm 5 trials · 97 incl. sub-types
5 sub-types
- Pleural mesothelioma 28 trials · 86 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Pleural cancer 9 trials · 83 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Benign neoplasm of pleura 0 trials Sub-types →
- Neurilemmoma of the pleura 0 trials
- Pleural solitary fibrous tumor 0 trials Sub-types →
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Bronchial neoplasm 20 trials · 38 incl. sub-types
5 sub-types
- Bronchus cancer 3 trials · 26 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Bronchial endocrine tumor 4 trials
- Bronchus adenoma 0 trials Sub-types →
- Endobronchial leiomyoma 0 trials
- Endobronchial lipoma 0 trials
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Nasal cavity neoplasm 1 trial · 15 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Nasal cavity cancer 5 trials · 14 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Benign neoplasm of nasal cavity 1 trial Sub-types →
- Nasal cavity inverting papilloma 0 trials
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SMARCA4-deficient sarcoma of thorax 8 trials
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Trachea neoplasm 2 trials · 5 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Benign neoplasm of trachea 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Tracheal cancer 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Showing the 400 most recently updated of 1260 trials in this tab.
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Custom-Built immune cells take aim at a notorious cancer mutation
Cure OngoingResearchers are testing a new cell therapy called CRTKVA11-03 in people with advanced solid tumors that carry a specific KRAS G12V mutation and a matching immune marker called HLA-A*11:01. The treatment uses each patient's own T cells, engineered to recognize and attack cancer ce…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Corregene Biotechnology Co., Ltd • Aim: Cure
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New mRNA vaccine combo aims to stop lung cancer recurrence
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether adding an experimental mRNA vaccine (V940) to standard immunotherapy (Keytruda) can prevent non-small cell lung cancer from coming back after surgery. About 868 people with stage II-IIIB lung cancer who have had their tumors completely removed wil…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental vaccine aims to stop lung cancer from coming back
Disease control PausedThis trial tests a vaccine made from lung cancer cells, combined with an immune-boosting drug (N-803), in people who have had surgery for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that is PD-L1 negative. The goal is to see if the vaccine can train the immune system to destroy any remain…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental combo targets Hard-to-Treat lung cancer
Disease control PausedThis early-phase trial is testing whether combining two drugs—vismodegib and atezolizumab—is safe and tolerable for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has returned or spread. Vismodegib blocks certain enzymes that help cancer cells grow, while atezolizumab helps…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Dwight Owen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can adding surgery or radiation to immunotherapy boost survival in advanced lung cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding local treatments like surgery or radiation to a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab) helps people with stage IV non-small cell lung cancer live longer compared to immunotherapy alone. About 339 participants who have not…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Inhaled drug combo aims to boost lung cancer treatment before surgery
Disease control PausedThis study tests whether adding an inhaled form of the drug azacytidine to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy (durvalumab) can improve outcomes for people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer before they have surgery. The trial involves 60 adults with operable stage I…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can adding surgery or radiation to a targeted pill slow lung cancer better?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether adding surgery or radiation to the targeted drug osimertinib helps people with advanced EGFR-mutant non-small cell lung cancer live longer without their cancer growing. About 173 participants will receive either osimertinib alone or osimertinib plus lo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune cells take on tough tumors in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a personalized cell therapy (TIL injection) for people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or come back. The treatment uses the patient's own immune cells, grown in a lab, to fight the cancer. The main goal is to check safety, and the study wi…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Grit Biotechnology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug combo enters human testing
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called denikitug, alone or with another drug (zimberelimab), in 416 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the best dose, and see if the drugs shrink tumors…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a targeted drug outperform chemotherapy in Tough-to-Treat nasopharyngeal cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis phase III trial compares an experimental drug called YL201 with standard chemotherapy in people whose nasopharyngeal carcinoma has returned or spread and no longer responds to PD-(L)1 inhibitors and at least two prior chemotherapy regimens. About 400 participants will receiv…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: MediLink Therapeutics (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Antibody-Drug conjugate shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called SKB264 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard therapies. The drug is an antibody-drug conjugate designed to deliver chemotherapy directly to cancer cells. The trial includes over 1,400 participants with various …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Klus Pharma Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests whether combining two drugs, ceritinib and nivolumab, is safe and effective for people with a specific genetic subtype of advanced lung cancer called ALK-positive NSCLC. About 57 adults with stage IIIB or IV disease will receive the combination. The m…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancer mutation in first human trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called ARV-806 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have a specific KRAS G12D mutation. The drug aims to break down the mutated protein that helps tumors grow. The trial has two parts: first, finding a safe dose in small groups, then testing that …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Arvinas Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill could outperform current KRAS lung cancer drugs
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial compares a new drug, divarasib, to two existing targeted therapies (sotorasib and adagrasib) in 338 people with advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific KRAS G12C mutation and has progressed after prior treatment. Participants take …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lung cancer radiation gets a precision boost: trial aims to hit tumors harder, spare healthy tissue
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving a higher radiation dose directly to the tumor, while keeping the standard dose to surrounding healthy tissue, can improve outcomes for people with stage II to IIIB non-small cell lung cancer. About 146 participants will receive either photon (IMRT)…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a rheumatoid arthritis drug tame Immunotherapy's side effects?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding tocilizumab (a drug used for arthritis) to standard immunotherapy can reduce severe side effects in people with advanced melanoma, lung cancer, or bladder cancer. About 35 participants will receive all three drugs. The goal is to see if the combina…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill that starves tumors of oxygen help fight advanced cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called belzutifan in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. Belzutifan works by blocking a protein (HIF-2α) that tumors use to survive in low-oxygen conditions. The main goal is to f…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Peloton Therapeutics, Inc., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc. (Rahway, New Jersey USA) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to halt lung cancer growth
Disease control OngoingThis study tests the safety and best dose of adding telaglenastat to the standard drug osimertinib for people with stage IV non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific EGFR mutation. The two drugs work together to block enzymes that cancer cells need to grow. The trial involve…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for hard-to-treat lung cancer: experimental drug targets MET gene
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called REGN5093 in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific change in the MET gene. The first part finds a safe dose, and the second part checks if the drug can shrink tumors. About 231 participants will take part.
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for Tough-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests three drugs—durvalumab (an immunotherapy), olaparib (a DNA repair blocker), and cediranib (a blood vessel growth blocker)—in different combinations for people with advanced solid tumors, especially ovarian cancer. The phase 1 part finds safe doses, and the phase …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Telomere-Targeting drug revive immunotherapy in lung cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a new drug called THIO, which targets telomeres in cancer cells, followed by the immunotherapy cemiplimab (LIBTAYO) in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. The study includes about 227 participants whose cancer has progressed after initial tre…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Maia Biotechnology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple-Drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat mesothelioma
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of three types of drugs—an immunotherapy (pembrolizumab), a targeted therapy (lenvatinib), and chemotherapy (pemetrexed plus cisplatin or carboplatin)—as a first treatment for people with advanced malignant pleural mesothelioma that cannot b…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hyogo Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Antibody-Like drug joins forces with standard chemo to fight lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called BI 764532 (obrixtamig) added to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy for people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer. The main goal is to find the highest safe dose of BI 764532 when given with standard treatments. About 46…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets rare, aggressive cancer in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called BI 764532 (Obrixtamig) given together with standard chemotherapy for people with advanced neuroendocrine carcinoma (NEC), a rare and fast-growing cancer. The study involves about 55 adults whose tumors have a specific marker (DLL3). …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase 1 trial is testing the safety and best dose of a combination of three drugs—entinostat, nivolumab, and ipilimumab—in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The goal is to see if this mix can help the immune system fight cancer more eff…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Light-Based combo tackles tough lung cancers
Disease control CancelledThis phase II trial tests a new approach for advanced non-small cell lung cancer that hasn't responded to standard treatments. It combines photoimmunotherapy (ASP-1929), a light-activated drug that targets cancer cells, with cemiplimab, an immunotherapy that boosts the immune sys…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Roswell Park Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo takes on tough lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new antibody-like drug called BI 764532 alongside standard chemotherapy in adults with advanced small cell lung cancer that has returned after platinum-based treatment. The main goal is to find a safe dose and check for side effects. About 69 partic…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for lung cancer: YL201 takes on relapsed SCLC in major trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 study compares a new drug called YL201 to the standard treatment topotecan in 438 adults with relapsed small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if YL201 helps people live longer. Participants receive either YL201 by infusion every three weeks or topotecan by inject…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: MediLink Therapeutics (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to fight resistant lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding savolitinib to the standard drug osimertinib helps people with a specific type of advanced lung cancer (EGFR-mutant, MET-positive non-small cell lung cancer). About 412 participants will receive either the combination or a placebo plus osim…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Hutchmed • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets Sugar-Coated proteins on cancer cells
Disease control OngoingResearchers are testing an experimental oral drug called PhOx430 in people with advanced solid tumors, including glioblastoma and triple-negative breast cancer. The trial has two parts: first, they give increasing doses to small groups to find a safe dose and watch for side effec…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Phost'In Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to tackle Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing whether combining valemetostat tosylate with two different antibody-drug conjugates (T-DXd or Dato-DXd) is safe and effective for people with advanced solid tumors. About 210 adults with at least one measurable tumor will receive the drugs orally…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Daiichi Sankyo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can spreading out radiation beat a single dose for brain tumors?
Disease control OngoingThis Phase III trial tests whether giving radiation in three smaller doses (FSRS) works better than a single large dose (SRS) for cancer that has spread to the brain. About 269 adults with lung, breast, melanoma, kidney, or gastrointestinal cancers will be randomly assigned to on…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: NRG Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody aims to preserve immune checkpoint while fighting cancer
Disease control OngoingResearchers are testing an experimental antibody called ONC-392 in people with advanced solid tumors, including non-small cell lung cancer and melanoma. The trial gives ONC-392 alone or with pembrolizumab, an approved immunotherapy, to see what doses are safe and how the body pro…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: OncoC4, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy takes on tough lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial is testing an experimental drug called BNT327 combined with standard chemotherapy in 110 people with small-cell lung cancer. One group has untreated extensive-stage disease, while others have cancer that returned after prior treatment. The study aims to see if …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: BioNTech SE • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radiation plus immunotherapy: a new hope for advanced head and neck cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis phase III trial compares the standard immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab alone versus pembrolizumab plus radiation therapy in 290 patients with metastatic head and neck cancer. The goal is to see if adding radiation improves overall survival. Participants receive pembrolizumab…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple therapy tackles tough lung cancer
Disease control PausedThis early-stage trial tests the safety of combining precise radiation (SBRT) with immunotherapy (durvalumab) and two chemotherapy drugs (platinum and etoposide) for people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer that has stopped responding to platinum chemo. The study aims t…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could adding radiation to immunotherapy keep lung cancer at bay?
Disease control PausedThis study tests whether adding radiation therapy to the usual maintenance drug atezolizumab helps people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer live longer without their cancer growing. About 138 participants who have already responded to initial chemo-immunotherapy will be…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in battling recurrent ovarian cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tested a combination of two drugs, veliparib and topotecan, in 88 patients with solid tumors or ovarian cancer that returned after initial treatment. The goal was to find the safest dose and see how well the drugs shrink tumors. While the treatment aims to control the …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Precision radiation may spare brain function in lung cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether using focused radiation (stereotactic radiosurgery) only on the brain tumors, instead of the whole brain, can help preserve thinking and memory in people with small cell lung cancer that has spread to the brain. About 55 participants will receive this …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New trial tests smarter radiation to protect memory in lung cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase III trial is testing whether a precise, high-dose radiation technique called stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is better at preserving memory and thinking than the current standard of whole brain radiation that avoids the hippocampus (the brain's memory center) plus a dr…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: NRG Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Robot-Assisted surgery for lung cancer and thymus disease put to the test
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a new robotic surgery system, the da Vinci SP, for removing part or all of a lung (lobectomy) or the thymus gland (thymectomy) in people with lung cancer, benign lung disease, thymoma, or myasthenia gravis. The goal is to see if the robot can perform these s…
Sponsor: Intuitive Surgical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare cancers: drug duo shows promise
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether combining two drugs, atezolizumab and bevacizumab, can shrink rare solid tumors like appendix cancer, anal cancer, and mesothelioma. About 133 participants with various rare cancers will receive the drugs intravenously. The goal is to see if the …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a targeted pill offer hope for Hard-to-Treat lung cancer?
Disease control Expanded access (paused)This program provides early access to divarasib, an experimental oral drug designed to target the KRAS G12C mutation found in some non-small cell lung cancers. It is open to adults with advanced or metastatic disease that has progressed after at least one prior standard treatment…
Sponsor: Genentech, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo aims to fight lung cancer without chemo
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether combining two immunotherapy drugs (ipilimumab and nivolumab) with radiation therapy is safe and effective for patients with stage II or III non-small cell lung cancer that cannot be surgically removed. The study enrolls 21 participants who hav…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat throat cancer
Disease control PausedThis study tests whether adding the targeted therapy cabozantinib to a standard immunotherapy combination (nivolumab and ipilimumab) can better control advanced nasopharyngeal cancer that has returned or spread. About 50 adults whose cancer worsened after platinum chemotherapy an…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New CAR-T therapy targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control PausedThis early-stage trial tests a new type of immunotherapy called CD70-targeted CAR-T cells in people with advanced solid tumors, including kidney, lung, ovarian, and thyroid cancers. The treatment involves taking a patient's own immune cells, engineering them to recognize and atta…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Chongqing Precision Biotech Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for hard-to-treat lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called sacituzumab govitecan combined with pembrolizumab (and sometimes chemotherapy) as a first treatment for people with advanced or metastatic non-small-cell lung cancer that lacks specific genetic changes. About 193 participants will receive these comb…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Dual-Action antibody takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug, RO7247669, that targets two immune system checkpoints (PD-1 and LAG-3) to help the body fight cancer. About 170 adults with advanced solid tumors (including melanoma, lung cancer, and esophageal cancer) who have run out of standard options…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to shrink mesothelioma before surgery
Disease control OngoingThis early study tests whether giving nivolumab (an immunotherapy) along with standard chemotherapy before surgery is safe and feasible for people with malignant pleural mesothelioma. The main goal is to see if this approach delays surgery by more than 30 days. 22 participants wi…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for rare lung cancer mutation
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing whether combining two drugs, amivantamab and tepotinib, can help control non-small cell lung cancer with MET alterations. Only 3 adults with advanced disease that cannot be surgically removed are enrolled. The main goal is to check safety and see…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy after surgery may keep lung cancer at bay
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab after surgery and chemotherapy helps prevent non-small cell lung cancer from coming back. About 900 adults with stage IB to IIIA lung cancer who had their tumor completely removed are participating. The goal is to s…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill could keep lung cancer away after surgery
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests a daily pill called osimertinib (AZD9291) against a placebo in 682 people with a specific type of lung cancer (EGFR-mutated, stages IB to IIIA) who have had surgery to remove their tumor. The goal is to see if the drug can delay or prevent the cancer from…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo aims to stall lung cancer progression
Disease control OngoingThis Phase II trial tests whether adding olaparib to durvalumab helps keep stage IV non-small cell lung cancer from growing after initial chemotherapy. About 400 patients whose cancer did not worsen on standard chemo plus durvalumab will receive either the combination or durvalum…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Immune-Boosting drug takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing an experimental drug called TTX-080, which blocks a protein (HLA-G) that tumors use to hide from the immune system. The study will give TTX-080 alone or combined with other cancer drugs (pembrolizumab, cetuximab, or FOLFIRI plus cetuximab) to abo…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Tizona Therapeutics, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tested the safety and best dose of two drugs, ixabepilone and temsirolimus, given together to adults with advanced solid tumors that had spread or could not be removed. The goal was to find a dose that limits side effects while potentially killing more canc…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for lung cancer patients: experimental drug takes on chemo
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial is testing a new drug called sacituzumab tirumotecan (MK-2870) against standard platinum-based chemotherapy for people with a specific type of advanced lung cancer (EGFR-mutated non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer) that has worsened despite prior targeted t…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New immune drug shows promise in early trial for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called TransCon IL-2 β/γ, which aims to boost the immune system to fight cancer. It is given alone or with other treatments like pembrolizumab (Keytruda) or chemotherapy. The trial includes 320 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Ascendis Pharma Oncology Division A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise in lung cancer battle
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two new treatments—cabozantinib alone or with nivolumab—against standard chemotherapy for people with advanced non-squamous lung cancer that has returned. The goal is to see if these combinations can slow cancer growth better than current options. About 117 adult…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug JZP815 targets tough cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study is testing a new drug called JZP815 in people with advanced or spreading solid tumors that have specific changes in the MAPK pathway. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the right dose, and see if it can shrink tumors. About 332 adults who h…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Jazz Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a cheaper keytruda copy work just as well for lung cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares a new, potentially more affordable drug called MB12 (a biosimilar to Keytruda) to the original Keytruda, both given with chemotherapy, as a first treatment for people with advanced stage IV non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer. About 726 adults who have not…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: mAbxience Research S.L. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test could guide chemo for throat cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a blood test for Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) DNA can help doctors choose the best chemotherapy after standard radiation for nasopharyngeal cancer. About 685 patients will first receive standard chemoradiation. Then, based on whether EBV DNA is still detectab…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: NRG Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called BAY 1895344 combined with standard chemotherapy (irinotecan or topotecan) in people with advanced solid tumors, especially small cell lung cancer, poorly differentiated neuroendocrine cancer, and pancreatic cancer. The goal is to fin…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy before lung surgery shows promise in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tested giving the immunotherapy drugs nivolumab (with or without ipilimumab) before surgery to people with a type of lung cancer called non-small-cell lung cancer. The goal was to see if this approach is safe and helps shrink tumors before removal. 39 participants were…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for tough lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of three drugs—tiragolumab, atezolizumab, and bevacizumab—in people with advanced non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer that has already been treated. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors or slow disease progression. Abo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo aims to stall lung Cancer's spread
Disease control PausedThis phase II trial tests whether adding two types of precisely targeted radiation (BgRT and SBRT) to the standard drug osimertinib can better control advanced EGFR-positive lung cancer that has started to grow in a few new spots. About 32 adults with this specific type of lung c…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Immune-Boosting drug GEN1042 tested in japanese cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called GEN1042, which aims to help the immune system fight cancer. It is being tested alone or with other cancer drugs in 42 Japanese adults with advanced solid tumors. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose.
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Genmab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat lung cancer: targeted pill shows promise
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called JDQ443 in people with advanced lung cancer that has a specific genetic change (KRAS G12C mutation) and does not respond well to standard treatments. The drug is taken as a pill and aims to shrink or control the cancer. About 95 participants will…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lung cancer hope: drug combo aims to boost survival in Early-Stage disease
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) and olaparib (a targeted drug) to standard chemotherapy and radiation can help people with limited-stage small cell lung cancer live longer. About 672 participants will receive either the drug combo or a pla…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to tackle tough lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing a new drug called tarlatamab, which helps the immune system find and attack cancer cells, when given together with standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy. The study includes about 184 people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer who have n…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug duo aims to outperform chemo in tough lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (acasunlimab and pembrolizumab) works better than the standard chemotherapy docetaxel for people with a specific type of advanced lung cancer (PD-L1 positive NSCLC) that has worsened after prior treatment. …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Genmab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise in shrinking lung tumors before surgery
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether giving the immunotherapy drug durvalumab along with standard chemotherapy before surgery or radiation can help people with stage IIB-IIIB non-small cell lung cancer. The study includes 142 participants whose tumors are considered removable or…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer drug capmatinib gets extended safety check in ongoing study
Disease control OngoingThis study offers continued treatment with capmatinib for people with advanced solid tumors that depend on a protein called cMET. It includes 29 participants who were already benefiting from capmatinib in a previous Novartis trial. The main goal is to monitor long-term safety and…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a malaria drug help fight cancer? early trial tests new combo
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests two drugs together—MK-2206 and hydroxychloroquine—in people with advanced solid tumors, melanoma, kidney, or prostate cancer. The goal is to find the safest dose and see how the combination affects cancer cell growth. About 62 participants will take b…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Personalized dosing of cancer drug pazopanib tested in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase I trial tests the drug pazopanib (Votrient) in 54 patients with advanced solid tumors that have spread or not responded to other treatments. Pazopanib works by blocking blood vessel growth that tumors need. Researchers aim to find the best dose that balances effectiven…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called M9466, a PARP1 inhibitor, alone or combined with other drugs in 60 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety and how the body processes the drug. Researchers …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: EMD Serono Research & Development Institute, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lung cancer drug combo tested in Mid-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests two drugs, erlotinib and cabozantinib, given alone or together in 125 patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that does not have a common EGFR mutation. The goal is to see if the combination works better than either drug alone to slow cancer gro…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to keep aggressive lung cancer at bay longer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding lurbinectedin to atezolizumab as maintenance therapy helps people with extensive-stage small-cell lung cancer live longer without the disease worsening. Participants first receive standard induction chemo-immunotherapy, then those with stab…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Targeted drug shows promise for Hard-to-Treat brain and bile duct cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called olaparib in people with advanced cancers (like brain tumors, bile duct cancer, or other solid tumors) that have a specific gene change called IDH1 or IDH2 mutation. The drug works by blocking an enzyme that cancer cells need to grow. About 89 partic…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo before surgery shows promise for lung cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether giving the targeted drug osimertinib (Tagrisso) before surgery, alone or with chemotherapy, works better than standard chemotherapy alone for people with a specific type of lung cancer (EGFR-mutant, non-small cell). About 358 patients with stage I…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Triple-Drug combo tame mesothelioma?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding the drug cediranib to standard chemotherapy (cisplatin and pemetrexed) can help people with malignant pleural mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive lung cancer. In the first phase, researchers found the safest dose of cediranib. In the second phase, …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo shows promise for Tough-to-Treat lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of two drugs—ceralasertib (a pill) and durvalumab (an infusion)—in 39 adults with advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer that has worsened after standard treatments like immunotherapy and chemotherapy. The main goal is to see if t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for aggressive lung cancer: Immune-Boosting combo trial launches
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding the drug tarlatamab to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy helps people with extensive-stage small-cell lung cancer live longer. About 330 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the new combination or standard treatmen…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill combo aims to tame Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests an experimental oral drug (E7727) combined with another oral drug (decitabine) in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to at least two prior treatments. The main goals are to find the safest dose and understand side effects. Up to…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for Hard-to-Treat lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether combining two targeted drugs, osimertinib and amivantamab, can safely control advanced lung cancer that has a specific EGFR gene mutation. About 60 adults with newly diagnosed or recurrent non-small cell lung cancer that cannot be surgically removed will …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New immunotherapy combo aims to extend life in stage 3 lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase III trial studies whether adding the immunotherapy drug durvalumab to standard chemotherapy and radiation can help people with stage 3 non-small cell lung cancer that cannot be surgically removed. About 660 participants will receive either chemoradiation plus durvaluma…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial is testing whether combining the targeted drug trametinib with the chemotherapy docetaxel can shrink tumors in people with advanced KRAS-mutant non-small cell lung cancer. The study enrolls 60 patients whose cancer has worsened after one or two prior treatment…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug obrixtamig targets Hard-to-Treat lung and neuroendocrine cancers in first human trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests obrixtamig, a drug that helps the immune system attack cancer cells, in adults with advanced small cell lung cancer or other neuroendocrine cancers that have a specific marker called DLL3. Participants receive the drug weekly or every three weeks for …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called ICT01, a lab-made antibody, in 292 people with advanced cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is given alone or with another cancer drug (Keytruda). The main goals are to check safety and see if the drug ca…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: ImCheck Therapeutics, an Ipsen company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets tumors in patients with organ failure
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests the safety and best dose of a drug called veliparib when given with two chemotherapy drugs (carboplatin and paclitaxel) in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or can't be removed. It includes patients who also have liver or kidney probl…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Personalized cancer attack: new trial matches drugs to tumor genes
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether giving cancer drugs based on a tumor's genetic makeup can help people with advanced solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery or have spread. About 920 participants will receive a drug or drug combination tailored to their tumor's specific g…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to shrink lung tumors better
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding the experimental drug TRC102 to standard treatment (chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy) can help shrink tumors and extend survival in people with stage III non-squamous lung cancer. TRC102 blocks cancer cells from repairing damage, making t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test could guide lung cancer treatment in major new trial
Disease control OngoingThis large study is testing several targeted therapies and immunotherapies for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. Instead of a tissue biopsy, a simple blood test is used to find specific genetic changes in the cancer. The goal is to see if matching the right drug to…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for elderly lung cancer patients: targeted pill shows promise
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a daily pill called adagrasib in 68 patients with a specific type of advanced lung cancer (KRAS G12C mutation) who are either 70 or older or have poor physical health. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or stop them from growing. Patients take the m…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy targets hard-to-treat lung cancer in chinese patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether combining two drugs, savolitinib and durvalumab, can help control advanced lung cancer in people whose tumors have a specific genetic change called MET alteration. About 47 adults in China with non-small cell lung cancer that has spread will receive the c…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising combo may delay drug resistance in lung cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding chemotherapy to the targeted drug osimertinib (Tagrisso) helps people with advanced EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer live longer without their cancer worsening. About 587 adults with newly diagnosed or recurrent advanced lung cancer will be …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for hard-to-treat HER2 cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called trastuzumab deruxtecan, alone or with other medicines, in people with advanced solid tumors that have a protein called HER2. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink or control these cancers. About 127 adults with tumors that cannot be removed by s…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a radioactive drug seek out and attack solid tumors?
Disease control OngoingThis early trial tests a radioactive drug called MNPR-101-PCTA-177Lu in adults with advanced solid tumors, including bladder, breast, lung, and pancreatic cancers. Participants receive three equal doses by IV over two 12-week cycles. The main goal is to find a safe dose and under…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Monopar Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called LM-108, given alone or with another immunotherapy (toripalimab), in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The trial has two phases: first, finding the safest dose, then expanding to see …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: LaNova Medicines Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to extend life in aggressive lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding two drugs (durvalumab and ceralasertib) after standard chemo-immunotherapy can help control extensive-stage small cell lung cancer. About 30 people who have not had prior treatment will receive the combination. The main goal is to see how l…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Muhammad Furqan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New mRNA vaccine shows promise in fighting solid tumors
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests an experimental mRNA-based cancer vaccine (mRNA-4157) in 161 people with solid tumors. The vaccine is designed to train the immune system to attack cancer cells. Some participants receive the vaccine alone, while others get it with the immunotherapy d…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: ModernaTX, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced tumors: drug trial targets untreated patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called INCB099280 in 73 people with advanced solid tumors who have not received immunotherapy before. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors and to check for side effects. The study focuses on safety and how well the drug works in the short t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Incyte Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lung cancer trial tests whether chemo before surgery boosts survival
Disease control OngoingThis phase III trial is testing whether giving chemotherapy and immunotherapy both before and after surgery (perioperative) is better than giving it only after surgery (adjuvant) for people with stage II-IIIB non-small cell lung cancer that can be removed. About 1,100 participant…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New keytruda copycat tested in lung cancer patients after surgery
Disease control OngoingThis study compares a new drug, BAT3306, to the approved drug Keytruda in people with stage IB-IIIA non-small cell lung cancer whose tumors have been completely removed by surgery. The goal is to see if BAT3306 works similarly as an additional treatment to help keep the cancer fr…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Bio-Thera Solutions • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug saruparib enters early human testing
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing a new drug, saruparib, in 41 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, how it interacts with other common medications, and how well different pill versions wor…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancer: KQB198 trial launches
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called KQB198 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. The study aims to find a safe dose and see if KQB198 can shrink tumors when used alone or with other cancer drugs. About 100 participants will t…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Kumquat Biosciences Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could cutting vitamin B6 boost cancer immunotherapy?
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests whether a diet very low in vitamin B6 can make immunotherapy work better for people with solid tumors. About 20 adults aged 18-80 will follow this special diet for 6 weeks while continuing their regular immunotherapy. The main goal is to check if the …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New liposome chemo shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests FF-10850, a liposome-wrapped version of the chemotherapy drug topotecan, in 96 adults with advanced solid tumors like ovarian, cervical, and Merkel cell carcinoma. The main goals are to find the safest dose and understand side effects. Researchers hop…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Fujifilm Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new gemcitabine formulation outsmart advanced solid tumors?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 1 trial tests FF-10832, a liposomal version of the chemotherapy drug gemcitabine, in adults with advanced solid tumors, including biliary tract cancer, that have not responded to standard treatment or have no standard options. Researchers give the drug as an intravenou…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Fujifilm Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets tough cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called MK-2870, either alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, in Japanese patients with advanced solid tumors or a type of lung cancer. The main goal is to check the safety and side effects of these treatments. About 30 people will …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a cocktail of immune boosters shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 1 trial tests whether combining several investigational immunotherapy drugs, with or without chemotherapy, can safely shrink advanced solid tumors. The study enrolls adults with cancers like non-small-cell lung cancer or triple-negative breast cancer that have progress…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can heat make radiation more effective against head and neck cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether adding weekly thermotherapy, a treatment that heats the tumor and lymph nodes, to standard radiotherapy can help people with head and neck cancer who cannot receive chemotherapy. The goal is to find a safe dose of thermotherapy that does not cause severe …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Spinal injection of dual immunotherapy plus chemotherapy targets cancer spread to brain lining
Disease control OngoingThis phase I/II trial tests a combination of two drugs given directly into the spinal fluid for people with leptomeningeal metastasis, a condition where cancer spreads to the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. The drugs are QL1706, a bispecific antibody that blocks two…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Guangzhou Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could immunotherapy boost radiation for head and neck cancer?
Disease control PausedThis study compares standard radiation plus cisplatin against two experimental approaches: radiation with docetaxel and cetuximab, or radiation with cisplatin and the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab. About 613 patients with high-risk stage III-IV head and neck cancer will partici…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers with BRAF mutation
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing a new oral drug, PF-07799933, in people aged 16 and older with advanced solid tumors that have a specific BRAF gene change. The drug is given alone or combined with other medicines like binimetinib or cetuximab. The study aims to find safe doses …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare tumors: tarlatamab trial opens
Disease control OngoingThis study tests the drug tarlatamab in people with advanced tumors that have a protein called DLL3. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink or control these tumors. About 29 adults with stage IV cancer will receive tarlatamab, and researchers will track how well it works and a…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer drug brigimadlin tested for Long-Term use in solid tumour patients
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at the long-term safety of brigimadlin, a cancer drug taken as tablets, in adults with solid tumours who have already received at least 4 cycles of it in a previous study. About 90 participants will take the drug once every 3 weeks, and doctors will monitor their…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for tough lung cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether combining two drugs, atezolizumab and cobimetinib, can help people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer whose tumors stopped responding to standard immunotherapy. About 51 adults with metastatic or recurrent lung cancer will receive the combination. T…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise for Tough-to-Treat lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called patritumab deruxtecan in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific EGFR mutation and has stopped responding to other treatments. About 277 participants will receive the drug to see if it shrinks tumors. The go…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Daiichi Sankyo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called BMS-986490, alone or with bevacizumab, in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific marker (CEACAM5). The goal is to see if the treatment is safe and works against these cancers. About 360 participants will take part in this early-s…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for rare lung cancer? poziotinib trial targets HER2 mutations
Disease control PausedThis phase 3 study compares the experimental drug poziotinib to the standard chemotherapy docetaxel in 268 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific HER2 mutation. Participants must have already tried at least one prior treatment. The main goal is to see…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug duo aims to shrink hard-to-treat tumors
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new experimental drug (BI 770371) alone or with another immunotherapy (ezabenlimab) in adults with advanced solid tumors who have run out of standard options. The main goal is to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Up to 36 participants wil…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smart drug deliver a One-Two punch to advanced cancers?
Disease control PausedThis trial tests an experimental drug called CS5001, designed to seek out and destroy cancer cells that carry a specific marker (ROR1). It is being studied in people with advanced solid tumors or lymphomas that have progressed after standard treatments. The study will first find …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: CStone Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill combo takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests two experimental pills (PF-07799544 and PF-07799933) taken twice daily at home by adults with advanced solid tumors that have a specific gene change called BRAF V600. The study aims to find safe doses and see if the drugs can shrink tumors. About 124 …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug, DS-1062a, in people with advanced solid tumors like lung and breast cancer that haven't responded to other treatments. It's the first time this drug is being used in humans, so the main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see if it hel…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Daiichi Sankyo Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New immunotherapy combo shows promise for stage IV lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two immunotherapy drugs, durvalumab and tremelimumab, with or without chemotherapy, in 301 people with stage IV non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if these drugs help patients live longer by helping their immune system fight the cancer. Participants m…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Canadian Cancer Trials Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 study tests whether adding the targeted drug amivantamab to standard chemotherapy helps people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific EGFR mutation (exon 20 insertion). About 308 participants will receive either the combination or chemotherapy a…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise against tough cancers in first chinese trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called Dato-DXd in Chinese patients with advanced non-small-cell lung cancer or triple-negative breast cancer that has spread or stopped responding to treatment. The drug targets and kills cancer cells by attaching to them and blocking growth. About 11…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double immunotherapy attack shows promise for tough lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing a combination of two immunotherapy drugs, zimberelimab and domvanalimab, as a first treatment for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has high levels of a protein called PD-L1. The study includes 169 participants and aims to see if t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Arcus Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diet and exercise may keep cancer patients stronger during chemo
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether early, personalized nutritional support and a simple home exercise program can prevent weight loss and improve quality of life in 200 adults with lung, colorectal, ovarian, or pancreatic cancer starting palliative chemotherapy. Participants receive guidan…
Sponsor: Gødstrup Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could two extra drugs revive immunotherapy for tough lung cancers?
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing whether adding two drugs, dupilumab and anakinra, to standard immunotherapy can help people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer whose cancer has stopped responding to treatment. About 33 participants will receive the combination to see if it…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Thomas Marron • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug AB598 enters first human tests
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing an experimental drug called AB598, alone or with other cancer drugs, in 40 people with advanced solid tumors like lung, bladder, or breast cancer. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose. It is not yet known if the drug helps shr…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Arcus Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise for Hard-to-Treat throat cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called MRG003 in adults whose nasopharyngeal cancer has come back or spread and hasn't responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors and how safe it is. About 238 participants will receive the drug, and researchers will…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Lepu Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New immunotherapy shows promise against multiple advanced cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called Cetrelimab (JNJ-63723283) in 234 people with advanced solid tumors like lung, melanoma, bladder, and colorectal cancers. The drug works by blocking PD-1, a protein that stops the immune system from attacking cancer cells. The trial has two parts…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to shrink lung tumors in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called volrustomig combined with other cancer treatments for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. The main goals are to check safety and see if tumors shrink. About 180 adults will take part in this early-stage trial.
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot may simplify lung cancer treatment, phase 3 trial underway
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new form of the drug amivantamab that can be given as a shot under the skin, combined with the pill lazertinib, for people with a specific type of advanced lung cancer (EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer) that has worsened after prior treatments. The goal …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo targets tough lung cancer with promising drug
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving the targeted drug osimertinib before and after standard chemoradiation helps control stage III lung cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. About 76 adults with a specific EGFR gene mutation will receive the drug as induction therapy, then contin…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called CTL-002, given alone or with an approved immunotherapy, in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if the combination can shrink tumors or slow thei…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: CatalYm GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called AZD5305, a PARP inhibitor, either alone or combined with other cancer drugs in people with advanced solid tumors (like ovarian, breast, pancreatic, and lung cancers). The goal is to see if the treatment is safe and can shrink tumors. A…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug duo aims to slow advanced lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding the drug Dato-DXd to standard immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) helps people with advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer live longer without their cancer growing. About 740 adults with a high level of a protein called PD-L1 will be r…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Daiichi Sankyo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for hard-to-treat lung cancer: targeted drug shows promise
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called trastuzumab deruxtecan (T-DXd) in 72 people with a specific type of advanced lung cancer (HER2-mutant non-small cell lung cancer) that has worsened after at least one prior treatment. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors and how safe it …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo attack shows promise for Oligo-Metastatic lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests a combination of immunotherapy (durvalumab), chemotherapy (carboplatin and paclitaxel), and targeted radiation to metastatic spots, followed by surgery or radiation to the main lung tumor. The goal is to see if this aggressive approach can keep the cance…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an immunotherapy boost standard treatment for a Head-and-Neck cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug toripalimab to standard chemotherapy and radiation can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma, a type of head-and-neck cancer. Participants will receive either toripalimab or a…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for lung cancer patients: experimental drug aims to extend life after other treatments fail
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called gotistobart (ONC-392) against standard chemotherapy (docetaxel) in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that worsened after prior immunotherapy. About 630 adults will receive either the new drug or chemotherapy every 3 weeks for up to…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: OncoC4, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat lung cancer mutation
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests two targeted drugs, encorafenib and binimetinib, in 119 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific BRAF V600E mutation. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors and keep them from growing. Participants take the pill…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Intergroupe Francophone de Cancerologie Thoracique • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Chemo-Immunotherapy combo beat standard care for tough lung cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether a chemotherapy combination without etoposide (carboplatin plus paclitaxel) plus the immunotherapy drug durvalumab works better than standard treatment for people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer. About 67 participants will receive …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Intergroupe Francophone de Cancerologie Thoracique • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill outperform chemo for a Hard-to-Treat lung cancer mutation?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial is comparing an experimental targeted drug called adagrasib (MRTX849) with the standard chemotherapy docetaxel in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific KRAS G12C mutation and has already been treated. The study aims to see if adagr…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Mirati Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets rare cancer drivers in chinese patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests an oral drug called selpercatinib in 77 people in China who have advanced solid tumors or medullary thyroid cancer with specific RET gene changes. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors and how safe it is. Participants take the pill daily, and d…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy drug shows promise in keeping lung cancer at bay
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether the immunotherapy drug durvalumab can help people with stage III non-small cell lung cancer that hasn't grown after chemoradiation. About 400 participants receive either durvalumab or a placebo every 4 weeks. The goal is to see if durvalumab delay…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New hope for lung cancer patients whose current drug stops working
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding savolitinib to osimertinib works better than chemotherapy for people with a certain type of advanced lung cancer (EGFR-mutated, MET-positive) that has stopped responding to osimertinib. About 345 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either t…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a pill target Hard-to-Treat bile duct cancers? a new drug puts FGFR2 mutations to the test
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental oral drug, TYRA-200, in people with advanced bile duct cancer (intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma) and other solid tumors that have specific changes in the FGFR2 gene. The study aims to find a safe and effective dose and to see wheth…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Tyra Biosciences, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Electric field therapy tested for tough lung cancer
Disease control CancelledThis early-phase trial tests whether adding Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) — a device that delivers electric fields to the tumor — to standard chemoradiation and immunotherapy is safe for people with stage III non-small cell lung cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. About …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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5-Year pill course aims to keep lung cancer from returning
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether taking osimertinib for 5 years after surgery can prevent lung cancer from coming back in people with a specific EGFR mutation. About 188 adults with stage II-IIIB non-small cell lung cancer who had their tumor fully removed will take the drug. The main go…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can High-Dose vitamin c boost lung cancer treatment?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding high-dose vitamin C (ascorbate) to the usual treatment of radiation and chemotherapy can help control non-small cell lung cancer. About 43 participants will receive the vitamin C alongside their standard therapy. The goal is to see if the combinati…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Joseph J. Cullen, MD, FACS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New triple therapy shows promise for Tough-to-Treat lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of three drugs (chemotherapy, anti-angiogenesis, and immunotherapy) in 30 adults with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that worsened after standard treatments. The goal is to see if this triple therapy is safe and works better than current option…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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DNA-Guided prescribing may shield young cancer patients from harmful drug reactions
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether analyzing a child's DNA before prescribing supportive care drugs can lower the risk of serious side effects. Children with cancer or those receiving a bone marrow transplant are randomly assigned to get either standard care or prescribing guided by their …
Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can tracking tumor movement during radiation make treatment more precise?
Disease control OngoingThis trial investigates whether real-time motion management techniques—like triggered imaging and MLC tracking—can safely reduce the target margins used during radiotherapy for prostate and lung cancer. By adjusting the radiation beam to follow tumor movement, researchers aim to …
Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a triple-drug cocktail re-sensitize lung cancer to treatment?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding plinabulin to a standard combination of pembrolizumab and docetaxel can shrink tumors or slow disease progression in people with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer that has worsened after prior immunotherapy. About 47 adults with advance…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug could extend life for mesothelioma patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2b trial tests whether the immunotherapy drug tremelimumab can help people with advanced mesothelioma live longer. About 571 patients who have already tried standard chemotherapy will receive either tremelimumab or a placebo. The main goal is to see if the drug improve…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: MedImmune LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can zapping a few spots keep lung cancer in check?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether precisely targeted radiation (SABR) to a small number of growing tumors, while continuing current drug therapy, can delay overall disease progression in people with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer. About 68 participants whose cancer has started to g…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for tough lung cancer: tarlatamab trial shows promise
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests a drug called tarlatamab in 222 people with relapsed or refractory small cell lung cancer who have already tried at least two prior treatments. The goal is to see if tarlatamab can shrink tumors and how safe it is. Participants receive the drug through an…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to tackle KRAS lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding selumetinib (a targeted therapy) to standard chemotherapy (docetaxel) helps people with advanced KRAS-mutant lung cancer live longer without their cancer growing. About 510 adults whose cancer worsened after first treatment will receive eit…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to stop early lung cancer from returning
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug durvalumab to standard radiation therapy helps prevent early-stage non-small cell lung cancer from progressing. It includes about 724 patients who cannot have surgery. A separate group of patients with a specific EGFR…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a lighter immunotherapy schedule keep advanced cancers in check?
Disease control OngoingThis trial is for people with advanced cancers who have already responded well to 6 months of standard immunotherapy. It compares continuing the same drugs at the usual frequency versus giving them every 3 months. The goal is to see if the reduced schedule can prevent cancer prog…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo extends life in aggressive lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tested adding the immunotherapy drug durvalumab (with or without another drug, tremelimumab) to standard chemotherapy for people with extensive-stage small-cell lung cancer, a fast-growing cancer that has spread. About 987 participants received either chemo alone or ch…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a combination of three drugs—durvalumab (an immunotherapy), olaparib (a targeted therapy), and bevacizumab (a drug that blocks blood vessel growth)—in people with advanced solid tumors, including ovarian, breast, lung, and gastric cancers. The goal is to see…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Order of surgical steps may affect lung cancer survival
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether removing the lung tumor before the lymph nodes, or the lymph nodes before the tumor, leads to better long-term survival in people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. About 620 patients will be randomly assigned to one of the two sequences. The st…
Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in japanese patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called sacituzumab govitecan (Trodelvy) in Japanese patients with advanced solid tumors, including certain breast and bladder cancers. The trial has two phases: first, to find the safest dose, and second, to see how well the drug shrinks tumors. Participan…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New immunotherapy targets tough pancreatic cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental immunotherapy called ELI-002 7P in people with pancreatic or other solid tumors that have specific KRAS or NRAS gene mutations. The treatment aims to train the immune system to attack cancer cells. About 158 participants will receive t…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Elicio Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill combo could shrink lung tumors before surgery
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests the targeted drug lazertinib, alone or with chemotherapy, before surgery in 160 adults with EGFR-mutant non-small cell lung cancer (stages IB to IIIB). The goal is to see if these treatments can shrink tumors enough to improve surgical outcomes. Participa…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple therapy aims to tackle tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of three drugs—daratumumab, a KRAS vaccine, and nivolumab—in people with advanced pancreatic cancer or non-small cell lung cancer that has not responded to prior treatment. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors or slow canc…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer-Killing virus injected directly into tumors shows promise in Mid-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a virus called AdAPT-001 that is injected directly into tumors to kill cancer cells. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The trial will check if the virus is safe and whether it works better when combined wi…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: EpicentRx, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to boost lung cancer treatment
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether adding the experimental drug binimetinib to the immunotherapy pembrolizumab (Keytruda) helps people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. The study includes 40 participants whose tumors have high PD-L1 levels. Researchers are looking at sa…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New drug combo aims to outsmart resistant cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug, ASTX660, combined with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab in people with advanced solid tumors, including cervical and triple-negative breast cancers. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can boost the immune system to fight canc…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Institute of Cancer Research, United Kingdom • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can extra immunotherapy stall advanced lung cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether continuing the immunotherapy drug cemiplimab for up to a year after initial treatment can delay cancer growth in people with stage IV non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to only a few places (oligometastatic). About 136 participants will be…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer - EORTC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug MGC018 tested in tough lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests the experimental drug MGC018 in 9 people with relapsed or refractory extensive-stage small-cell lung cancer. The main goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors in at least 25% of patients. Participants receive MGC018 by IV every 28 days until the cance…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New antibody drug takes on advanced tumors in first human trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental drug called IPH5301, which targets a protein called CD73 on cancer cells. The study involves 27 people with advanced solid tumors, including breast, lung, and pancreatic cancers. In the first part, IPH5301 is given alone to find a safe…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Institut Paoli-Calmettes • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to stall lung cancer progression
Disease control OngoingThis Phase III trial tests whether adding oleclumab or monalizumab to the standard drug durvalumab can help people with stage III non-small cell lung cancer that hasn't worsened after chemoradiation. About 1,050 participants will receive one of the combinations or a placebo. The …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug targets rare lung cancer mutation
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental drug called CLN-081 in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific genetic change (EGFR exon 20 insertion). Participants must have already received chemotherapy. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can shrink tumors.
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Cullinan Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo extends life for aggressive lung cancer patients
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 254 adults with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer who are receiving durvalumab (Imfinzi) along with standard chemotherapy. The goal is to see how long patients stay on treatment and how well it works in real-world settings. The approach uses the immune sys…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat nasopharyngeal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether combining pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) with olaparib (a PARP inhibitor) can shrink tumors in people with nasopharyngeal cancer that has become resistant to platinum-based chemotherapy. The study plans to enroll 30 adults whose cancer has …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gruppo Oncologico del Nord-Ovest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Real-World study tracks immunotherapy combo for lung cancer in japan
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at how well a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab), with or without chemotherapy, works as a first treatment for advanced or recurrent non-small cell lung cancer in Japan. Researchers will track about 525 patients to measure survival,…
Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Smart blood tests may personalize lung cancer care after targeted therapy
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether using a sensitive blood test (MRD) to guide follow-up treatment can improve outcomes for people with a specific type of advanced lung cancer (EGFR-mutant stage III NSCLC). Participants first receive a targeted pill (aumolertinib), then a team of doctors d…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Guangdong Association of Clinical Trials • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New hope for advanced nasopharyngeal cancer: targeted radiation therapy under study
Disease control PausedThis study tests a drug called 177Lu-DOTATATE, which delivers radiation directly to cancer cells, in people with metastatic nasopharyngeal cancer that has not responded to at least two prior treatments. Only patients whose tumors show up on a special scan are eligible. The main g…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New targeted drug shows promise for hard-to-treat lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called PLB1004 in people with advanced or spreading non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific genetic change (EGFR exon 20 insertion). The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors and how safe it is. About 139 adults who have already tried oth…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Avistone Biotechnology Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New combo therapy targets tough lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a combination of three drugs—tarlatamab, YL201, and durvalumab—in 29 adults with extensive stage small cell lung cancer that has progressed after prior treatment. The main goal is to check safety and side effects, while also measuring how well the tum…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New combo tackles tough lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug ipilimumab (Yervoy) to the targeted therapy osimertinib (Tagrisso) is safe and tolerable for people with a specific type of advanced lung cancer (EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer). The study involves 2…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Virus therapy takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called EM-I-2024, made from a modified enterovirus, in 24 adults with advanced solid tumors that cannot be surgically removed and have not responded to other treatments. The drug is given either intravenously or directly into the artery fee…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Medical Research Radiological Centre of the Ministry of Health of Russia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New drug combo aims to stop lung Cancer's return
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests two drugs, durvalumab and oleclumab, given together after standard chemoradiation in 30 people with stage III lung cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if the combination can delay cancer progression. Participants must have stable …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New drug duo aims to outsmart stubborn cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a combination of two drugs—guadecitabine and pembrolizumab—in about 60 people with advanced solid tumours (like lung cancer) that no longer respond to standard therapies. The main goal is to find the safest dose and check for side effects. Researchers…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Drug combo shows promise in early ovarian cancer trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests two oral cancer drugs, niraparib and neratinib, given together. The first part aims to find the safest dose in people with advanced solid tumors. The second part checks if that dose can keep platinum-resistant ovarian cancer from growing for at least …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Universal CAR-T therapy targets Hard-to-Treat liver and lung cancers
Disease control PausedThis early-phase study tests a new type of immune cell therapy (universal CAR-T) in 60 adults with advanced liver or lung cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to find a safe dose and check for side effects, while also measuring how well the the…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Wondercel Biotech (ShenZhen) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New hope for lung cancer: targeted drug takes on chemo in Late-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial compares a new targeted drug, sacituzumab govitecan, against the standard chemotherapy docetaxel in 603 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has worsened after prior treatments. The main goal is to see if the new drug helps people live longer. T…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat lung cancer mutation
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether combining two drugs, ensartinib and bevacizumab, can help people with advanced lung cancer that has both an ALK rearrangement and a TP53 mutation. The study includes 47 participants who take ensartinib daily and receive bevacizumab every thre…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to stop lung cancer return after surgery
Disease control OngoingThis Phase III trial tests whether adding immunotherapy to standard chemotherapy after lung cancer surgery can delay or prevent the cancer from coming back. It enrolls 210 patients with stage IB-IIIA non-small cell lung cancer that was completely removed. Participants are randoml…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Fundación GECP • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat lung tumors before surgery
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests giving chemotherapy (carboplatin and paclitaxel) plus the immunotherapy drug nivolumab before surgery for people with Pancoast tumors, a rare type of lung cancer. After surgery, additional treatment is tailored based on whether the tumor was fully removed…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fundación GECP • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Targeted radiation boosts standard care for lung cancer that has spread a little
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether adding stereotactic ablative radiotherapy (SABR) to standard anti-cancer therapy improves survival for people with non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to only a few spots (oligometastatic). About 140 participants are randomly assigned to r…
Sponsor: University College, London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for lung cancer patients with brain tumors
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab) plus two cycles of chemotherapy as a first treatment for people with advanced lung cancer that has spread to the brain. The study aims to see if this approach can control the cancer …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fundación GECP • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New radioactive therapy targets hard-to-treat thyroid cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a radioactive drug (177Lu-PP-F11N) that seeks out and attaches to cancer cells in people with advanced medullary thyroid cancer and certain other neuroendocrine tumors. The goal is to see if the drug can help image tumors and deliver targeted radiatio…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets rare lung cancer mutation in chinese patients
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests a combination of two targeted drugs, encorafenib and binimetinib, in Chinese patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific BRAF V600E mutation. The goal is to see if the drugs can shrink tumors and control the disease. About 63 pat…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Pierre Fabre Medicament • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to clear lung cancer before surgery
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether adding immunotherapy to standard chemotherapy before surgery helps eliminate more lung cancer in patients with advanced, but potentially removable, non-small cell lung cancer. 90 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either chemo-immu…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fundación GECP • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New cocktail of drugs shows promise for tough lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial is testing whether adding two targeted drugs (pembrolizumab and lenvatinib) to standard chemotherapy can help people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer live longer without their cancer growing. The study involves 46 participants who have not had prior…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fundación GECP • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New combo shrinks lung tumors before surgery in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a two-step treatment for people with a specific type of lung cancer (EGFR-mutant, stage II-IIIB). First, patients take a targeted pill (almonertinib), then receive a combination of immunotherapy (adebrelimab) and chemotherapy. After these treatments, they have su…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to boost immunotherapy in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding an experimental drug called NP137 to standard immunotherapy (PD-1/PD-L1 blockers) can help shrink or control advanced solid tumors that are stable or resistant to treatment alone. About 57 adults with various advanced cancers will receive the combi…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Leon Berard • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New drug combo aims to outsmart lung Cancer's immune evasion
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests two drugs, tepotinib and pembrolizumab, together in 19 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. Tepotinib targets a specific gene change (MET) that can help cancer grow, while pembrolizumab boosts the immune system. The goal is to see if this …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Institute of Cancer Research, United Kingdom • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New lung cancer cocktail aims to outperform current standard in phase 3 trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 study is testing whether a combination of three drugs—datopotamab deruxtecan (Dato-DXd), durvalumab, and carboplatin—works better than the current standard treatment (pembrolizumab plus chemotherapy) for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that does not h…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New pill takes on hard-to-treat lung cancer in major trial
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests a new drug called PLB1004 against standard chemotherapy for people with advanced non-small-cell lung cancer that has a specific genetic change (EGFR exon 20 insertion). About 327 adults with this cancer type will be randomly assigned to receive either PLB1004 or …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Avistone Biotechnology Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to outsmart resistant lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests whether adding savolitinib to osimertinib can shrink tumors in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific genetic change (EGFR mutation) and has stopped responding to osimertinib alone. About 367 participants will receive the drug…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Custom-Made vaccine takes on tough cancers in early trial
Disease control PausedThis early-phase trial tests a personalized vaccine (PANDA-VAC) made from a patient's own tumor markers, given alongside the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab. It includes up to 6 people with advanced squamous cell lung cancer or head and neck cancer that cannot be cured. The main…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New combo tackles lung cancer after immunotherapy fails
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of three drugs—bevacizumab, nab-paclitaxel, and a platinum drug—as a second-line treatment for people with advanced non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer that does not have certain genetic mutations. The cancer must have worsened after first-line …
Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New hope for frail lung cancer patients: immune drug may delay tumor growth
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether the immune-boosting drug durvalumab can help frail patients with limited-stage small cell lung cancer keep their disease from progressing after standard chemoradiotherapy. About 100 participants who have stable or improved disease after initial t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New pill shows promise against Hard-to-Treat RET-Driven cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an oral drug called selpercatinib in people with advanced solid tumors that have RET gene alterations, including certain lung, thyroid, and colon cancers. The goal is to find the best dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. About 857 participants are enrolled…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Immunotherapy plus chemo shows promise for rare lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab to standard chemotherapy (platinum and etoposide) can help people with advanced large-cell neuroendocrine lung cancer live longer. About 67 participants who have not had prior systemic treatment wil…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Technische Universität Dresden • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Immunotherapy after Chemo-Radiation may boost lung cancer survival
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab after standard chemo-radiotherapy helps people with limited-stage small-cell lung cancer live longer. About 212 participants will receive either atezolizumab or no additional treatment after chemo-radiation. The …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Norwegian University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Can a simple breathing tool prevent lung collapse in cancer surgery patients?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether using a special breathing device (AEROBIKA) after chest surgery can help prevent lung collapse (atelectasis) in people with lung cancer, mediastinal tumors, or mesothelioma. About 72 participants will be randomly assigned to either standard rehab therapy …
Sponsor: Instituto Nacional de Cancerologia de Mexico • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Precision radiation tackles lung tumors near vital airways
Disease control OngoingThis phase 1 trial tests a special type of radiation therapy for lung tumors located very close to the windpipe or esophagus. Using real-time MRI guidance, doctors can adapt the radiation dose daily to target the tumor while sparing nearby organs. Up to 38 patients will receive o…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Lung cancer immunotherapy trial pulled before it began
Disease control CancelledThis study was designed to test two immunotherapy drugs, atezolizumab and tiragolumab, in people with advanced lung cancer that has special immune cell clusters called tertiary lymphoid structures. The trial was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are avail…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Donor immune cells show promise against Virus-Linked cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new treatment for cancers linked to the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), such as Hodgkin lymphoma and nasopharyngeal carcinoma. The treatment uses immune cells from healthy donors that are specially trained to attack EBV-infected cells. These cells are stored in a ban…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with KRAS mutation
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called JDQ443, alone or with other treatments, for people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic change called KRAS G12C. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. About 344 adults whose cancer has not …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise in slowing advanced lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tested whether adding the immunotherapy drugs durvalumab (with or without tremelimumab) to standard chemotherapy helps people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer live longer or keep their cancer from growing. About 1,186 adults with metastatic NSCLC who had not re…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Lung cancer patients get second chance with triple therapy combo
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (ipilimumab and cemiplimab) plus targeted radiation can help people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer whose previous immunotherapy stopped working. The study enrolls 54 participants and aims to see i…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: The Netherlands Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat lung cancer: which combo works best?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two different chemotherapy plus immunotherapy combinations in people with advanced lung cancer that has a specific marker (TTF-1 negative). About 136 participants will be randomly assigned to one of two treatment groups. The goal is to see which combination helps…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Nikolaj Frost MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase I trial tests a combination of two oral drugs, defactinib and VS-6766, in people with advanced solid tumors such as non-small cell lung cancer, low-grade serous ovarian cancer, and pancreatic cancer. The study aims to find the safest dose and evaluate how well the drug…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Institute of Cancer Research, United Kingdom • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to tame stage IV lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is for people with stage IV non-small cell lung cancer. It tests whether giving targeted radiation before or at the same time as two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab) is safe. The goal is to find the best radiation dose for different tumor loca…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Can a texting bot keep lung cancer patients on track?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a text-message chatbot called 'Penny' that sends reminders and checks in on symptoms for lung cancer patients taking daily targeted therapy pills. 75 patients will either use the chatbot or get usual care, and researchers will measure how well they stick to their…
Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New combo therapy for mesothelioma: radiation plus surgery under study
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a new approach for people with malignant pleural mesothelioma, a rare lung cancer. It combines high-dose radiation (including a special boost to target bulky tumors) with surgery to remove the affected tissue. The main goal is to find the highest safe radiat…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Immunotherapy plus chemo and radiation shows promise for bulky lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug toripalimab to standard chemotherapy and radiation can help people with large, locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer. About 50 participants will receive two cycles of toripalimab plus chemo, followed by chemorad…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New drug combo targets tough cancers with RAS mutation
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing whether a combination of two drugs, naporafenib and trametinib, can shrink or control advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic change called RAS Q61X. About 86 people whose cancer has not responded to standard treatments will receive th…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Erasca, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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New combo attack on lung cancer: adding radiation to immunotherapy and chemo
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether adding radiation to the standard combination of pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) and chemotherapy can improve survival in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. About 327 participants with stage IIIB/IV disease will receive either the tr…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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CRISPR Gene-Edited immune cells aim to fight lung cancer – but trial never started
Disease control CancelledThis early-phase trial planned to test a new approach for people with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer. Doctors would remove immune cells from the tumor, edit them with CRISPR to remove a gene called CISH, and then infuse them back to help fight the cancer. However, the tria…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Intima Bioscience, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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New study aims to help cancer survivors manage other health problems
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new way for cancer doctors and primary care doctors to work together to help cancer survivors manage other health problems like high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. About 800 adults with certain cancers and at least one of these conditions will …
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Experimental cancer combo aims to supercharge immune attack on tumors
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental drug called IMP321, which activates immune cells, in combination with other cancer treatments like chemotherapy or immunotherapy. The study includes 83 people with advanced solid tumors, including lung and bladder cancers. The main goa…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Institut für Klinische Krebsforschung IKF GmbH at Krankenhaus Nordwest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Cancer-Killing virus combined with immunotherapy shows promise in advanced tumors
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests a genetically modified herpes virus (RP1) alone or with the immunotherapy drug nivolumab in people with advanced solid tumors, including melanoma, non-small cell lung cancer, and certain skin cancers. The study aims to see if the combination is safe and c…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Replimune, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Experimental cell combo takes on advanced cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing a new cell therapy called GK01 combined with a PD-1 immune checkpoint inhibitor in 15 people with advanced solid tumors (such as lung, stomach, or colorectal cancer). The main goal is to see if the combination is safe and tolerable, while also ch…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New hope for lung cancer patients with brain tumors: targeted drug T-DXd enters trial
Disease control By invitation onlyThis phase 2 trial tests the drug T-DXd (Enhertu) in 27 adults with advanced HER2-mutant lung cancer that has spread to the brain but is not causing symptoms. The main goal is to see how long the drug can keep brain tumors from growing. T-DXd is already approved for certain lung …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Lung cancer trial: does adding a second drug boost survival?
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial compares the drug atezolizumab alone versus atezolizumab plus bevacizumab as a first treatment for people with advanced non-small-cell lung cancer that has a specific marker (PD-L1). About 206 patients are taking part. The main goal is to see if the combination…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fondazione Ricerca Traslazionale • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New hope for KRAS lung cancer: targeted pill tested in phase 3 trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 study tests whether the targeted drug abemaciclib can help people with stage IV lung cancer that has a KRAS mutation and has worsened after chemotherapy. About 450 participants received either abemaciclib or another targeted drug (erlotinib), both alongside best supp…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New combo therapy offers hope for lung cancer patients who stopped responding to initial treatment
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two drug combinations (Tedopi plus docetaxel or Tedopi plus nivolumab) in people with advanced non-small-cell lung cancer whose disease worsened after initial chemo-immunotherapy. About 105 participants with a specific genetic marker (HLA-A2+) will receive one of…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fondazione Ricerca Traslazionale • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Blood test may predict lung cancer drug success
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether a blood test (liquid biopsy) can help doctors see how well the drug brigatinib is working in people with a certain type of advanced lung cancer (ALK-positive NSCLC). About 33 patients who have not had chemotherapy before will take brigatinib pills dail…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fundación GECP • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New microwave tool targets lung tumors without surgery
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new device that uses microwave energy to destroy small lung tumors. The device is inserted through a bronchoscope, avoiding the need for open surgery. The trial will enroll 35 people with lung nodules that are cancerous or highly suspicious, and who cannot have…
Sponsor: Creo Medical Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Lung cancer combo shows promise after targeted therapy fails
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of lazertinib (a targeted pill) plus two chemotherapy drugs (pemetrexed and carboplatin) in 87 adults with a specific type of advanced lung cancer (EGFR mutation-positive non-small cell lung cancer) that has stopped responding to lazertinib …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New cocktail of drugs shows promise for Hard-to-Treat throat cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial is testing a combination of three drugs—anlotinib, penpulimab, and capecitabine—as a first treatment for people whose nasopharyngeal cancer has come back or spread. The study includes 59 adults aged 18 to 65 who have not had prior systemic therapy for their re…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Triple threat: new combo tackles resistant lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase II trial tests whether adding two drugs (amivantamab and bevacizumab) to the targeted therapy lazertinib can shrink tumors in 60 people with advanced EGFR-mutant non-small cell lung cancer whose disease progressed on a prior targeted therapy. The main goal is to see ho…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise in slowing EGFR lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether adding ramucirumab (a drug that blocks blood vessel growth) to the standard targeted therapy erlotinib can help people with a specific type of advanced lung cancer (EGFR-mutated NSCLC) live longer without their cancer getting worse. About 545 peop…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can adding radiation to osimertinib keep lung cancer in check?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether it is safe and effective to continue the targeted therapy osimertinib while also giving radiation to areas where lung cancer has started to grow again. The study includes 42 adults with EGFR-positive non-small cell lung cancer who are already…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AIO-Studien-gGmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New hope for lung cancer patients Who've tried everything?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a new drug called roginolisib combined with two other drugs (dostarlimab and docetaxel) in 45 adults with advanced non-squamous lung cancer that has worsened after standard treatments. The main goals are to see if the combo is safe and whether it reduces certain …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: iOnctura • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New radiation approach shows promise for mesothelioma patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new way to give radiation therapy to people with malignant pleural mesothelioma, a rare and serious lung cancer. The treatment uses a special machine called Tomotherapy to deliver high doses of radiation over just 5 days. The goal is to see if this short, inten…
Sponsor: Istituto Romagnolo per lo Studio dei Tumori Dino Amadori IRST S.r.l. IRCCS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New targeted drug aims to fight hard-to-treat bladder cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called TYRA300 in people with advanced bladder cancer or other solid tumors that have a specific change in the FGFR3 gene. The goal is to find the best dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. About 310 adults whose cancer has not responded to stand…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Tyra Biosciences, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for rare lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving a combination of the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab and chemotherapy before surgery can help people with a rare cancer called pleural mesothelioma. The trial involves 41 adults with early-stage disease that can be surgically removed. The main goa…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Istituto Oncologico Veneto IRCCS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Supercharged immune cells take on advanced cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a new approach to treat advanced solid tumors by giving patients a large dose of their own immune cells that are specially selected to attack cancer. The cells are taken from the tumor, multiplied in the lab, and then infused back. Some patients also …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: AgonOx, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New oral drug shows promise for kids with rare RET-Driven cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an oral drug called selpercatinib (LOXO-292) in children with advanced solid or brain tumors that have a specific RET gene change. The trial has two parts: first finding a safe dose, then measuring how many children's tumors shrink. About 36 children whose cancer…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New hope for tough lung cancer: tarlatamab takes on relapsed SCLC
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 study compares tarlatamab, an experimental drug, to standard treatments in about 500 adults with small cell lung cancer that returned after initial chemotherapy. The main goal is to see if tarlatamab helps people live longer. Participants must have measurable disease…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Last-Resort drug access for rare lung cancer patients
Disease control Expanded access (ended)This program provides taletrectinib, a targeted cancer pill, to adults with advanced or metastatic ROS1-positive non-small cell lung cancer who cannot join a clinical trial or use approved treatments. Patients must have a ROS1 gene fusion and adequate organ function. The goal is …
Sponsor: Nuvation Bio Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Light therapy shows promise against tough lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding a light-activated drug (photodynamic therapy) during surgery can help people with a rare lung cancer called epithelioid malignant pleural mesothelioma live longer. About 52 adults with cancer limited to one side of the chest will receive either sta…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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AI-Designed vaccine takes on lung cancer in new trial
Disease control By invitation onlyThis early-phase trial tests a personalized vaccine called Microlyvaq™ for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. The vaccine is custom-made for each patient using AI and quantum modeling to target their unique tumor mutations. It is given alongside standard chemotherap…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Biogenea Pharmaceuticals Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Immunotherapy plus chemo shows promise against tough throat cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding a PD-1 inhibitor (a type of immunotherapy) to standard chemotherapy before radiation can improve outcomes for people with advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma. About 150 participants will receive either the combination or chemotherapy alone, f…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Guangxi Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new treatment called BOXR1030 for people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific marker (GPC3). The treatment uses specially designed immune cells given after chemotherapy to help fight the cancer. The main goals are to check safety and find…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Sotio Biotech Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Targeted radiation may extend life for patients with limited bone metastases
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether adding a high-precision type of radiation called SBRT to usual cancer treatments (like hormone therapy or chemo) can delay cancer growth in people with breast, lung, or prostate cancer that has spread to 1 to 5 bones. About 168 adults aged 18-75 with g…
Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise for tough lung cancers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called DS-1062a in 100 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has worsened after standard treatments. The drug is given every three weeks and aims to shrink tumors. Researchers will also study how the drug affects the immune system and lo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo aims to stop lung cancer return after chemoradiation
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests whether the immunotherapy drugs durvalumab (with or without tremelimumab) can help prevent cancer progression in people with limited-stage small cell lung cancer who have completed chemoradiation. About 730 participants will receive either the drug combin…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to stall ALK-Positive lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests whether adding chemotherapy to the targeted drug brigatinib helps people with advanced ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer live longer without their cancer growing. About 110 people who have not had treatment for advanced disease will receive either b…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Intergroupe Francophone de Cancerologie Thoracique • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Hope for elderly lung cancer patients: immunotherapy combo under study
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether adding the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab to standard chemotherapy helps elderly patients (70+) with advanced non-small cell lung cancer live longer. About 510 participants will receive either chemotherapy alone or chemotherapy plus atezolizumab. The …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Intergroupe Francophone de Cancerologie Thoracique • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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New hope for tough lung cancers: triple therapy trial targets progression
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug (atezolizumab) to a standard two-drug chemotherapy (paclitaxel and bevacizumab) can help people with advanced non-squamous lung cancer whose disease has worsened after prior immunotherapy and chemotherapy. About 156 participan…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Intergroupe Francophone de Cancerologie Thoracique • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with MET mutations
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called TPX-0022 in adults with advanced lung, stomach, or other solid tumors that have specific MET gene changes. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and see if it shrinks tumors. About 95 participants will ta…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Turning Point Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Lung cancer drug combo trial pulled before it began
Disease control CancelledThis study planned to test a targeted cancer pill (adagrasib) alone or with an immunotherapy drug (nivolumab) before surgery in people with a specific type of lung cancer (KRAS G12C mutation). The goal was to see if these drugs could eliminate all cancer cells by the time of surg…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:04 UTC
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New chemo combo aims to help laryngeal cancer patients keep their voice
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether giving a three-drug chemotherapy regimen (docetaxel, cisplatin, and fluorouracil) before radiotherapy helps people with advanced laryngeal or hypopharyngeal cancer avoid losing their voice box. The standard approach is to give cisplatin during rad…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Groupe Oncologie Radiotherapie Tete et Cou • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:59 UTC
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New radioactive tracer could spot hidden tumors
Diagnosis OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a radioactive imaging agent called RAD301 in 9 people: healthy volunteers and patients with pancreatic, lung, esophageal, cervical, endometrial, or ovarian cancer. The goal is to see how safe it is and how it travels through the body. If it works, it …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Radiopharm Theranostics, Ltd • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A new imaging agent aims to make solid tumors visible on PET scans
Diagnosis Expanded access (paused)This expanded access program lets people with advanced solid tumors receive an investigational imaging agent called MNPR-101-DFO*-89Zr before a PET/CT scan. The agent is designed to bind to uPAR, a protein found at higher levels in some tumors than in normal tissue. The goal is t…
Sponsor: Monopar Therapeutics • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a radioactive antibody light up hidden tumors on PET scans?
Diagnosis OngoingResearchers are testing an experimental imaging agent called MNPR-101-DFO*-89Zr in people with several types of solid tumors, including bladder, breast, lung, and pancreatic cancers. The agent combines an antibody with a radioactive label, which may help PET scans reveal where tu…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Monopar Therapeutics • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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DNA blood test may spot nasopharyngeal cancer earlier than current methods
Diagnosis OngoingResearchers are testing whether a blood test that looks at DNA methylation patterns can find nasopharyngeal carcinoma earlier and more accurately than the standard Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) tests. The study will compare the new multi-omics model with EBV DNA quantification and two…
Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may predict when lung cancer returns after immunotherapy
Diagnosis OngoingThis trial tests whether a blood test that detects circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) can predict when advanced non-small cell lung cancer might progress in people who have already benefited from first-line immunotherapy for at least 12 months. Researchers will follow 100 participants…
Sponsor: Fang Wu • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Seeing the immune battle inside lung tumors: a new imaging tracer under the microscope
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests a new PET imaging tracer called [18F]F-AraG to see if it can spot activated T-cells inside non-small cell lung cancer tumors. Researchers will scan about 10 patients with resectable lung cancer, then compare the tracer's uptake with lab analysis of the removed tu…
Sponsor: Amsterdam UMC, location VUmc • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI that reads faces could spot hidden distress in cancer patients
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis trial tests whether artificial intelligence can detect anxiety and depression in cancer patients by analyzing their facial expressions and subtle skin color changes from video. The AI uses computer vision to estimate heart rate and read emotional cues, aiming to flag patient…
Sponsor: Chinese PLA General Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new PET tracer spot tumors more clearly?
Diagnosis CancelledThis trial tests whether an experimental imaging agent, 18F-LNC1007, can improve the detection, staging, and recurrence monitoring of tumors compared to the standard 18F-FDG PET/CT scan. Adults with suspected or confirmed tumors will receive both types of scans within a week, and…
Sponsor: Jinling Hospital, China • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can AI be a Pathologist's second opinion?
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis trial tests whether an AI tool called ENLIGHT can help pathologists more accurately and quickly distinguish between certain lung and kidney cancer subtypes. Pathologists will review digitized slides under three conditions: without AI, with AI as a double-check after their ow…
Sponsor: Harvard Medical School (HMS and HSDM) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New screening approach targets lung cancer in asian women who never smoked
Diagnosis OngoingThis study aims to improve early detection of lung cancer in Asian women who have never smoked, a group at higher risk but not covered by standard screening guidelines. Participants receive up to three low-dose CT scans and a blood test designed to spot early signs of cancer. Res…
Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Robot vs. manual: which tool best spots lung cancer?
Diagnosis OngoingThis study compares a robotic bronchoscopy system (Ion) to a manual one (superDimension) for diagnosing lung nodules. About 354 adults with suspicious lung nodules will be randomly assigned to one of the two devices. The main goal is to see which device yields a correct diagnosis…
Sponsor: Intuitive Surgical • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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AI and blood tests join forces to catch lung cancer sooner
Diagnosis OngoingThis study collects blood samples from 872 people with lung nodules to develop artificial intelligence (AI) tools that can help diagnose lung cancer earlier and more accurately. The goal is to combine blood tests with CT scans to improve detection and reduce the need for invasive…
Sponsor: University of Oxford • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New CT scanner could sharpen view of throat cancer
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis study tests a new type of CT scan, called Photon-Counting CT, to see if it can more accurately show how far laryngeal cancer has spread. Sixty adults with laryngeal cancer will get this scan while making a sound, which may help separate normal tissues from tumor. The goal is…
Sponsor: Humanitas University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Italian study tests smarter lung cancer screening: fewer scans, same Life-Saving power?
Diagnosis OngoingThis Italian study is testing whether heavy smokers can be screened for lung cancer just as effectively with a CT scan every two years instead of every year, and whether a simple blood test can help catch cancers early. Over 7,300 current or former heavy smokers are taking part a…
Sponsor: Ugo Pastorino • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Blood test could spot lung cancer early in smokers
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is testing a new blood test (called DELFI) to see how well it can find lung cancer in people at high risk, such as current or former smokers aged 50 and older. Over 11,000 participants provided blood samples, and the test results were compared with standard CT scans an…
Sponsor: Delfi Diagnostics Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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AI takes on cancer diagnosis: can a computer match expert pathologists?
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis study compares a new AI system, called COSMO, against 30 board-certified pathologists to see who can more accurately diagnose brain, lung, and kidney cancers. Both the AI and the pathologists will review the same 300 de-identified tissue images. The goal is to see if AI can …
Sponsor: Harvard Medical School (HMS and HSDM) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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New test may catch hidden lung cancer cells in lymph nodes
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis study looks at a new lab technique called OSNA that may find tiny amounts of cancer in lymph nodes better than current methods. About 130 people with early-stage lung cancer having robotic surgery will take part. Half will have their lymph nodes checked with OSNA, the other …
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliero, Universitaria Pisana • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Blood test could cut lung cancer diagnosis time
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests whether a liquid biopsy (a blood test that looks for cancer DNA) can help doctors decide on treatment for advanced lung cancer faster than the usual method of testing tumor tissue. About 170 newly diagnosed patients will receive both the blood test and standard t…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Gene test may reveal which early lung cancers need chemo after surgery
Prevention OngoingResearchers are testing whether a 14-gene test can identify people with early-stage non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer who are at higher risk of the cancer returning after surgery. Patients whose tumors are completely removed and who test as intermediate or high risk are ran…
Sponsor: Razor Genomics • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mobile lung cancer clinics aim to close rural screening gap
Prevention PausedThis study tests whether mobile lung cancer screening units can increase participation among rural adults aged 50 to 80 who smoke or quit within the last 15 years. Researchers will measure how many people get screened and whether their knowledge about lung cancer changes. The goa…
Sponsor: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple-Pronged attack on lung cancer: aspirin, smoking cessation, and lifestyle changes tested in new trial
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether a combination of low-dose aspirin, a smoking cessation drug called cytisine, and guidance on diet and exercise can reduce chronic inflammation and lower lung cancer risk in heavy smokers aged 55 to 75. The 2000 participants will also receive annual low-do…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milano • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can mindfulness ease cancer stress for latino families?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing a culturally adapted mindfulness program for Latino cancer patients and their family caregivers. The goal is to see if the program is practical and helpful for reducing stress and anxiety. About 68 patient-caregiver pairs will take part, with some starting t…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mindfulness program aims to ease lung cancer breathlessness
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a 6-week mindfulness-based program for lung cancer patients struggling with breathlessness, cough, and fatigue. The program combines mindful breathing, relaxation, cough control, acupressure, and light exercise. Researchers will check if it's practical and liked …
Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New meditation program aims to ease cancer symptoms in black patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a supportive care program designed specifically for Black patients with advanced cancer. Participants will join weekly online sessions for four weeks, either practicing meditation or learning coping skills. The goal is to see if this culturally adapted program is…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a stick help you quit smoking? new study tests it in lung cancer patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a new tool called the Buckeye Quit Stick to help smokers with lung cancer quit. The stick replaces the hand-to-mouth habit of smoking without using medicine. About 30 adults will try it for 6 months to see if it helps them stay smoke-free.
Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a virtual stress program help working spouses care for cancer patients without burning out?
Symptom relief OngoingResearchers are testing a virtual stress-management program for people who care for a spouse or partner with a solid tumor cancer while also holding a job. The program teaches skills such as paced respiration, relaxation, and coping with work and caregiving demands across eight s…
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Money worries in cancer care: new program aims to keep patients on track
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a program called CostCOM that helps cancer patients with the high costs of treatment. Many patients skip or delay care because of money worries. The program provides financial advice and connects patients to resources. Researchers want to see if it helps patients…
Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New online program aims to ease burden on lung cancer caregivers
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a new web-based tool called CONNECT, designed to help caregivers of people with stage II to IV lung cancer find support resources. About 216 caregivers will use the tool and have sessions with a navigator to see if it helps them feel more supported. The goal is t…
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New app aims to ease cancer symptoms for rural patients
Symptom relief PausedThis study tests a telemedicine program called FOCUS that helps advanced cancer patients manage common symptoms like trouble sleeping, worry, tiredness, and low mood. The program uses counseling techniques delivered through a phone app. Researchers will enroll 120 adults with adv…
Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New app helps cancer patients fight financial toxicity
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests the DISCO app, designed to help cancer patients talk with their doctors about treatment costs. About 254 adults newly diagnosed with breast, prostate, lung, or colorectal cancer will use the app to become more confident in asking cost-related questions. The goal …
Sponsor: Lauren Hamel • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could a personal coach at home boost energy for cancer patients?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a supervised, home-based exercise program can help people with metastatic cancer who are starting oral targeted therapy. Participants are randomly assigned to either a weekly 60-minute session with a trained coach or to a booklet with exercise recommendat…
Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mouth rinse could ease painful radiation side effects for head and neck cancer patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis trial tests Gelclair, a mouth rinse that forms a protective coating over the mouth's lining, to see if it eases the painful mouth sores (oral mucositis) caused by radiation therapy for head and neck cancer. The study enrolls adults with squamous cell carcinoma who will recei…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Testosterone gel trial aims to beat cancer fatigue in older men
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether a daily testosterone gel can reduce fatigue and improve sexual function in men aged 55 and older who have cancer and low testosterone. The trial involves 230 participants who will apply either the gel or a placebo for six months. Researchers will mea…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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No more hospital trips? video nutrition counseling tested for cancer weight loss
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares two ways of giving nutrition advice to cancer patients who have lost weight: video calls from home versus in-person hospital visits. Eighty adults with cancer and weight loss will receive personalized dietary counseling every two weeks for 12 weeks. The goal i…
Sponsor: King Edward Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Learning to heal: study tests if education boosts recovery after lung cancer surgery
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether a structured educational program, added to usual care, can help people who have surgery for lung cancer. The goal is to see if it improves how well they accept their disease, their quality of life, and their pain levels. About 160 participants are spli…
Sponsor: National and Kapodistrian University of Athens • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can rehab beat cancer fatigue? timing may be key
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether starting rehabilitation early or later helps reduce cancer-related fatigue in people with lung cancer. About 31 patients with stage II or III lung cancer will take part. The goal is to see if the rehab program is practical and helpful for improving ene…
Sponsor: Azienda USL Reggio Emilia - IRCCS • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Can squeezing hands and feet stop chemo nerve pain?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether wearing pressurized gloves and foot caps during chemotherapy can prevent nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy) caused by the drug paclitaxel. It involves 182 people with nasopharyngeal cancer who have not yet started treatment. Each patient serves as their…
Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Remote exercise and education program aims to boost Well-Being in older cancer patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a 12-week program of online chair-based exercise and health education, combined with a geriatric assessment, is feasible and helpful for adults aged 65+ with certain cancers and their support persons. The program is delivered remotely, and the study will …
Sponsor: Martine Puts • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Shorter radiation may ease lung cancer treatment burden
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tested a shorter course of high-dose radiation for people with stage IV lung cancer. The goal was to see if giving fewer, larger doses over fewer days could be as safe and effective as the standard longer schedule. 37 participants received radiation every other day for…
Sponsor: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Robotic surgery breakthrough aims to slash lung cancer recovery time
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a new robotic surgery technique for stage I lung cancer. Instead of making cuts between the ribs, surgeons place the robot's tools below the ribcage. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and feasible, and if it can reduce pain and hospital stays. The trial…
Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Lung cancer radiation study pulled before it even started
Symptom relief CancelledThis study aimed to see if a newer, daily-adaptive radiation technique could reduce coughing, breathing trouble, and swallowing pain in people with stage III non-small cell lung cancer getting chemo and radiation. It planned to compare the adaptive method to standard radiation. H…
Sponsor: Varian, a Siemens Healthineers Company • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New pain block may cut opioid use after lung surgery
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests two types of nerve blocks to control pain after lung surgery. About 28 adults having lung surgery will get either a Serratus Posterior Superior Intercostal Plane block or an Intercostal Nerve block. The goal is to see which block reduces pain, lowers the need for…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria may hold clues to why some cancer treatments work better
Knowledge-focused PausedResearchers are building a large bank of blood and stool samples from people with advanced lung, breast, colorectal, and pancreatic cancers, plus healthy volunteers. The goal is to learn whether the mix of bacteria in a person's gut can predict how well cancer treatment works and…
Sponsor: Persephone Biosciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple text reminder help catch lung cancer early?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether reminder messages can encourage people aged 40-80 who smoke or have smoked to get screened for lung cancer. Researchers will ask about 133 participants how acceptable they find these reminders. The goal is to see if this simple approach could help more pe…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut microbes may hold key to why cancer immunotherapy works for some
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyResearchers are building a bank of blood, urine, and stool samples from 100 adults with non-small-cell lung or colorectal cancer who are receiving checkpoint inhibitor immunotherapy. Over 12 months, participants provide five samples of each type. The goal is to study how the body…
Sponsor: Persephone Biosciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict who will benefit from immunotherapy? new study aims to find out.
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is looking for biological markers (biomarkers) that might predict how well patients with certain types of squamous cell carcinoma respond to a type of immunotherapy called PD-1 inhibitors. Researchers will analyze blood and tumor tissue samples from 800 patients, both …
Sponsor: Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study examines immunotherapy outcomes in american indian cancer patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study reviews medical records of 72 American Indian patients treated with immunotherapy for cancers like lung cancer, melanoma, and kidney cancer. Researchers compare their outcomes—such as how long the cancer is controlled and side effects—to those of White patients. The go…
Sponsor: University of Oklahoma • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Real-World data reveals how lung cancer drug lorlatinib performs outside the lab
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how patients with ALK-positive advanced non-small cell lung cancer respond to the drug lorlatinib when used as their first treatment in real-world settings. Researchers will analyze data from 200 patients in a U.S. database to see how long they stay on the dru…
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Personalized risk reports may boost lung cancer screening and smoking cessation
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study tests whether giving smokers and former smokers a personalized risk report (based on clinical and genetic factors) helps doctors order lung cancer screening and helps patients follow through. About 915 participants will be randomly assigned to usual care or one of two …
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a frailty score predict which older cancer patients survive intensive care?
Knowledge-focused OngoingOlder adults with cancer who need intensive care often face a higher risk of dying, and delays in moving them from the emergency department to the ICU may add to that risk. This study reviews the medical records of 150 patients aged 65 and older with solid or blood cancers who we…
Sponsor: Dr Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive cancer screening trial aims to cut deaths
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing whether regular screening for prostate, lung, colorectal, and ovarian cancers can reduce deaths from these diseases. About 154,900 men and women aged 55-74 were randomly assigned to either get screened or receive usual care. Researchers are tracking cancer c…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI-Powered scans could speed up lung cancer radiation treatment
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether new AI tools can make adaptive radiotherapy—adjusting radiation plans during treatment—faster and easier for people with advanced lung cancer. Researchers will measure how long each step takes and compare plan quality using standard CT scans versus dai…
Sponsor: Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists track families to uncover Cancer's hidden causes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at people and families who have a high risk of cancer to learn what genes and environmental factors might increase that risk. Over 5,000 participants are followed over time with questionnaires, medical records, and optional genetic testing. No treatment is given,…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Community cancer Centers' testing practices under review
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study aimed to evaluate how community cancer centers test for biomarkers in common solid cancers like breast, lung, and colorectal cancer. Researchers planned to survey pathology practices to see if they follow guidelines for key tests and how quickly results are reported. T…
Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New web tool aims to help cancer patients make sense of their genes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a web-based education tool called HOPE-Genomics that teaches cancer patients about their genetic test results. About 465 adults with breast, colorectal, lung, ovarian, pancreatic, or prostate cancer are taking part. The goal is to see if the tool helps patients r…
Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Real-World data to reveal if lung cancer drug combo works equally across ages, races, and sexes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study will look back at medical records of about 1,000 people in the US with advanced non-small cell lung cancer who received a combination of the drug cemiplimab and chemotherapy as their first treatment. Researchers want to see how well the treatment works and what side ef…
Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Real-World study tracks osimertinib combo for lung cancer
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is watching how patients with EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer do when they receive standard treatment with osimertinib (Tagrisso) alone or with chemotherapy in routine medical practice. About 538 people with advanced lung cancer will be followed to see how long…
Sponsor: PrECOG, LLC. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a conversation aid empower lung cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a low-literacy conversation tool designed to help lung cancer patients and their doctors make treatment decisions together. Researchers will enroll 300 patients to see if the tool improves understanding, reduces confusion, and boosts confidence in choices. The fo…
Sponsor: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Your genes may decide how well lung cancer drug works
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis trial studies whether small differences in genes affect how patients with small cell lung cancer respond to the chemotherapy drug etoposide and how severe its side effects are. Researchers will analyze DNA from 600 patients who take etoposide capsules, comparing two versions…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Han Xu, M.D., Ph.D., FAPCR, Medical Director,, IRB Chair • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene study aims to personalize lung cancer drug therapy
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how tiny genetic differences (called SNPs) in ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer patients might influence how well the drug alectinib works and what side effects occur. Researchers will analyze DNA from 600 patients who have been taking alectinib for at l…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Han Xu, M.D., Ph.D., FAPCR, Medical Director,, IRB Chair • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive study aims to unravel best treatments for neuroendocrine tumors
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows over 2,500 people with neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) to understand their symptoms and how treatments are chosen. Participants fill out surveys about quality of life and care experiences over 18 months. Researchers will link this to medical records to find which …
Sponsor: University of Iowa • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria may hold key to safer cancer immunotherapy
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is collecting stool and blood samples from 120 advanced cancer patients receiving immunotherapy combinations. Researchers want to see if the types of bacteria in the gut and certain immune markers can predict which patients will develop serious side effects. The goal i…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Do blood thinners help or hurt when cancer meets a clot?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks back at medical records of children and young adults with solid tumors or lymphoma who also have a tumor thrombus—a blood clot that forms in a vein due to tumor pressure or invasion. Researchers will gather data on who received blood thinners or procedures like s…
Sponsor: Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a remote approach bring clinical trials to lung cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study explores whether a remote, direct-to-patient approach can improve how people with small cell lung cancer (SCLC) are reached and engaged in clinical research. It involves collecting biospecimens and surveying patients about their preferences and needs regarding new ther…
Sponsor: Addario Lung Cancer Medical Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may improve cancer care for colorectal and lung cancer patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing whether regular blood tests that look for tumor DNA (called liquid biopsy) can help doctors make better treatment decisions for people with advanced colorectal or lung cancer. About 332 participants will be randomly assigned to either receive standard imagin…
Sponsor: Institut Bergonié • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Common mucus-thinning drugs may improve outcomes in COPD patients with lung cancer
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether taking muco-active agents (mucus-thinning drugs like N-acetylcysteine and ambroxol) after a lung cancer diagnosis is linked to better outcomes in people who also have COPD. Researchers will analyze data from a large Korean database, comparing those who…
Sponsor: Seoul National University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Electric current test may forecast lung surgery complications
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study investigates whether bioimpedance analysis, a quick and painless test that measures body water and muscle mass using a weak electrical current, can help predict complications after lung cancer surgery. Researchers will compare these measurements with standard CT scans …
Sponsor: Azienda USL Reggio Emilia - IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lung cancer clue: LKB1 gene may predict best therapy
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study examines whether changes in the LKB1 gene can help predict how well people with non-small cell lung cancer respond to treatments like chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. Researchers will analyze tumor samples and medical records from about 300 patients t…
Sponsor: Ling Zhiqiang • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tumor testing could unlock personalized cancer treatments
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at tumor samples from over 3,000 people with advanced cancers to find specific biomarkers—unique features of each cancer. The goal is to help doctors choose the most promising targeted therapy or clinical trial for each patient. Participants are adults with vario…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lab-Grown lung tumors could personalize cancer care
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study collects extra tissue and a small blood sample from people undergoing standard procedures for lung cancer. Researchers will use these samples to grow miniature versions of the tumors, called organoids, in the lab. The goal is to study how lung cancers grow and change, …
Sponsor: Maastricht Radiation Oncology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Real-World study tracks Alectinib's performance in advanced lung cancer
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows about 800 people with ALK-positive advanced non-small cell lung cancer who are taking the drug alectinib as part of their routine care. Researchers want to see how long the cancer stays under control and how patients are managed in real-world clinics, not just …
Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New platform aims to predict lung cancer treatment success
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study collects extra tissue samples from 200 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer during routine biopsies. The goal is to train and validate a new diagnostic platform called Cybrid, which aims to predict how well a patient's tumor will respond to immunotherapy. Th…
Sponsor: Elephas • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New test could predict immunotherapy success from live tumor samples
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis observational study collects extra tumor tissue from 416 people with various cancers (bladder, kidney, colorectal, head and neck, liver, lung, skin, endometrial) during routine biopsies. The goal is to develop and train a 'live tumor diagnostic platform' that can predict whe…
Sponsor: Elephas • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Keytruda immune response trial aims to unlock cancer clues
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing how the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) changes immune-related genes and biomarkers in people with advanced solid tumors like head and neck cancer, triple-negative breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and melanoma. Researchers will analyze bloo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Frailty check could predict chemo danger for seniors
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at how frailty—a state of weakness and reduced physical function—affects the risk of severe side effects from chemotherapy in people aged 70 and older with cancer. Researchers will assess 160 patients using various tests for frailty, muscle loss, and overall heal…
Sponsor: Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale Ovest Milanese, Ospedale di Legnano • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can a Team-Based tech approach boost quality of life in older cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a new way of organizing care for people aged 70 and older who have cancer (breast, lung, colorectal, or prostate) plus at least one other serious health condition. The GERONTE program brings all their doctors and nurses together using a shared digital care plan. …
Sponsor: Institut Bergonié • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Russian lung cancer study reveals Real-World treatment patterns
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study observes how doctors in Russia treat inoperable lung cancer (NSCLC and SCLC) using chemoradiotherapy. Researchers will collect data from 2000 patients across 50 cancer centers to understand real-world practices and short-term outcomes. No new treatments are given; the …
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Gene therapy safety check: 400 cancer patients monitored for years
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study is a long-term follow-up for 400 people who previously received A2 Bio gene therapy for various solid tumors, including colorectal, lung, pancreatic, and ovarian cancers. No new treatment is given; instead, researchers will track participants over time to check for del…
Sponsor: A2 Biotherapeutics Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Real-World study reveals gaps in lung cancer testing
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows over 1,000 people with newly diagnosed non-small cell lung cancer in community cancer clinics. Researchers want to see how many patients receive key biomarker test results before starting treatment, and what barriers (like tissue issues or insurance problems) c…
Sponsor: US Oncology Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Massive cancer survival study launched in russia
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at survival rates for people with cancers like melanoma, breast, colon, and lung cancer using data from Russian cancer registries. It includes 100,000 people of any age. The goal is to understand survival trends to help improve cancer care, not to test a new trea…
Sponsor: N.N. Petrov National Medical Research Center of Oncology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Scientists decode DNA of Screen-Detected lung tumors
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at the genetic makeup of lung cancers found through low-dose CT screening. Researchers want to understand why some cancers grow quickly and others grow slowly. About 526 people who had surgery for screen-detected lung cancer will provide tissue samples for DNA an…
Sponsor: University College, London • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Lung cancer Follow-Up: is Twice-Yearly CT better than once a year?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows over 1,800 adults who had early-stage lung cancer treatment to see how often they get CT scans and whether scanning every 6 months helps them live longer than yearly scans. Researchers will also check if scan frequency differs by race, income, or location. The …
Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Can a human-centered approach boost lung cancer screening?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to understand what factors help increase lung cancer screening in people aged 50-80 who smoke or have smoked. Researchers will track how many people get screened and interview staff and patients to learn what works. The goal is to improve screening rates and catch…
Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Will High-Risk smokers keep up with lung scans? french study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tracks 126 heavy smokers aged 50 to 74 in France to see how many complete a three-year lung cancer screening program using low-dose CT scans. Researchers also measure how many people quit smoking during the program. The goal is to understand real-world adherence, not t…
Sponsor: Groupe Hospitalier de la Region de Mulhouse et Sud Alsace • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Lung cancer evolution under the microscope: a major tracking study
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 814 people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer to understand how the cancer evolves and spreads. Researchers collect tumor samples and medical data to see how genetic changes relate to treatment outcomes. The goal is to find ways to reduce the chance of…
Sponsor: University College, London • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Robot rumble: which machine does lung surgery better and cheaper?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study compares two robotic platforms, DaVinci Xi and Versius, used in lung surgery to remove tumors or nodules. Researchers want to see if one leads to better recovery, fewer complications, or lower costs. About 150 patients having robotic lung surgery will answer quality-of…
Sponsor: Fundacion para la Investigacion Biomedica del Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Real-World study checks Brigatinib's performance in ALK-Positive lung cancer
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 50 adults with ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer who are taking brigatinib as their first treatment. Researchers want to see how long the cancer stays under control and how many patients respond to the drug in everyday hospital settings. No new treatment …
Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Lung cancer showdown: surgery or radiation – which is better?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 446 people with stage I non-small cell lung cancer who chose either surgery or stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT). Researchers will track cancer recurrence, survival, and quality of life for up to 3 years to see which treatment offers better outcomes. T…
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New study aims to catch lung cancer before symptoms start
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is looking for early signs of lung cancer in people at high risk, such as older smokers or those with COPD. Researchers will collect blood and airway samples from 665 participants to find biomarkers that could predict lung cancer before symptoms appear. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New program aims to boost lung cancer screening in tribal communities
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study works with the Choctaw Nation to help more people get screened for lung cancer. Lung cancer is a leading cause of death in American Indian and Alaska Native communities, and screening can catch it early. The program will identify who is eligible, help them schedule and…
Sponsor: University of Oklahoma • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Simple breathing test may predict oxygen danger during lung surgery
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study explores whether a simple breathing test done before surgery can help predict when a patient's oxygen levels might drop dangerously low during lung surgery. Researchers will measure how air moves through the lungs while patients breathe normally, then track oxygen leve…
Sponsor: Peking University People's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Scientists map bacteria in lung cancer patients to pave way for new treatments
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at the bacteria living in the gut, lungs, and airways of 40 people with non-small cell lung cancer. Half receive surgery only, and half get chemotherapy before surgery. Researchers collect samples like blood, saliva, stool, and lung tissue to see how these bacter…
Sponsor: Centre Jean Perrin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Tumor DNA study aims to unlock secrets of drug resistance
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study collects tumor tissue, blood, and saliva from 2500 people with various solid cancers to analyze their genetic makeup. The goal is to understand why some tumors become resistant to targeted therapies. Samples may also be grown in special mice to study how genetics affec…
Sponsor: Fondazione del Piemonte per l'Oncologia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Lung cancer and scarred lungs: a dangerous duo under the microscope
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study examines how well immunotherapy works for people with both lung cancer and pulmonary fibrosis (scarred lungs). Researchers will compare 200 patients with both conditions to similar patients without scarring, tracking survival and side effects. They also analyze tumor t…
Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital with Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Study probes Patients' minds, not their tumors
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how older adults (65+) with cancer understand their illness and what they value in life before and after a major operation. Researchers will interview 100 patients to learn about their awareness, expectations, and decision-making. No new drug or treatment is b…
Sponsor: Tomas Bata Hospital, Czech Republic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Real-World study tracks Durvalumab's safety and effectiveness in russian lung cancer patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 250 adults in Russia with advanced, inoperable non-small cell lung cancer who are receiving durvalumab after chemoradiation. Researchers will track side effects, treatment duration, and outcomes to see how the drug performs in routine clinical practice. The goa…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Lab test could match cancer patients to the right drugs
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a new lab method called OPTin that helps doctors pick the most effective drugs for people with advanced or hard-to-treat solid tumors. About 200 adults will provide a small tumor sample for testing, then receive either a drug chosen by OPTin or one selected by th…
Sponsor: China Medical University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Digital nudge aims to speed up genetic testing for lung cancer
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether an electronic health record reminder (a 'nudge') can prompt doctors to order genetic tests for patients newly diagnosed with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to have test results available before starting treatment, so doctors can choose t…
Sponsor: Charu Aggarwal • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New MRI-Guided radiation shows promise for lung cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis early study tests whether using real-time MRI to guide radiation therapy is possible for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if this personalized approach can reduce side effects and better control tumors. About 30 adults with stage III lung c…
Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New MRI-Guided radiotherapy machine put to the test
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study checks how well a new MRI-guided radiotherapy machine works and how it fits into daily hospital routines. About 150 adults with solid tumors will take part. The goal is to see if the machine can be used smoothly for treatment, not to test a new cure.
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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AI reads lung cancer scans to predict best treatment
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether computer analysis of PET/CT scans can help doctors more accurately stage non-small cell lung cancer and predict genetic mutations. Researchers will use data from 500 patients to build and test machine learning models. The goal is to provide better, per…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Can a panel of experts improve lung cancer survival?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether a team of specialists (Molecular Tumor Board) can help choose better treatments for people with advanced lung cancer compared to usual care. About 659 participants with stage IIb-IV non-small cell lung cancer will be followed to see if the expert approach…
Sponsor: Timothy Mullett • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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New imaging technique aims to spot hidden oxygen shortage in lung tumors
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study explores whether a special PET scan using a tracer called FAZA can detect low oxygen (hypoxia) in lung cancer tumors. Hypoxia can affect how tumors grow and respond to treatments like radiation. About 36 adults with stage II or III lung cancer will get one FAZA PET sca…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Real-World study tracks Brigatinib's performance in chinese lung cancer patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how long Chinese patients with ALK-positive advanced lung cancer stay on brigatinib treatment in real-world settings. Researchers will also track cancer progression and response to the drug. About 154 participants are included, and the study simply observes th…
Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Can muscle strength predict lung cancer survival?
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study follows 160 lung cancer patients to see if their muscle mass, strength, and function are linked to how well they tolerate treatment and their overall survival. Researchers will also explore why some patients struggle to complete their therapy. The goal is to find ways …
Sponsor: Zealand University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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7,000 tumor samples analyzed to uncover Cancer's hidden support system
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at the stroma—the supportive tissue around tumors—in both benign and malignant growths. Researchers will examine 7,000 patient samples collected since 2000 at Brest University Hospital. The goal is to count non-tumor cells and measure matrix percentages in tumor …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Lung cancer surgery risks under the microscope: 1,000 patients studied
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study tracks 1,000 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer who are having surgery to remove lymph nodes. The goal is to see how often complications like nerve damage or bleeding happen and what factors make them more likely. By understanding these risks, doctors hope…
Sponsor: Regional Clinical Oncology Dispensary • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New imaging technique may reduce lung damage from cancer radiation
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether special 4DCT scans can help doctors avoid damaging healthy lung tissue during radiation therapy for lung cancer. Researchers will compare standard radiation plans with ones that use lung function maps to spare well-working lung areas. The study uses ex…
Sponsor: The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Lung cancer in the brain: which treatment works best?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at patients with non-small-cell lung cancer that has spread only to the brain (fewer than 5 spots). Researchers will review different treatment strategies used at two hospitals to see which leads to longer survival without the disease getting worse. The goal is t…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New tech tracks breathing to zap lung tumors more precisely
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a new technology that adjusts the radiation beam in real time to follow lung tumors as they move with breathing. About 20 adults with early-stage lung cancer or limited lung metastases will receive standard radiotherapy with this tracking system. The main goal is…
Sponsor: Royal North Shore Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Can a heart scan save lives in rheumatoid arthritis? major study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study will use advanced heart scans (coronary CT angiography) on 4,000 people with rheumatoid arthritis aged 50-75. The goal is to better understand why people with this condition have higher risks of heart attacks, strokes, and lung problems. Researchers will track particip…
Sponsor: Ellen Margrethe Hauge • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Italy launches massive genetic database to match cancer patients with better treatments
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis observational study aims to create a national registry of genetic mutations found in advanced solid tumors. By collecting data from over 2,000 Italian patients, researchers hope to improve access to innovative therapies. The study does not test a new treatment but gathers in…
Sponsor: Federation of Italian Cooperative Oncology Groups • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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No-Marker tumor tracking could make lung cancer radiation safer
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a new X-ray technique to track lung tumors during radiation without needing implanted markers. Five adults with early-stage lung cancer will be observed to see if the markerless method matches the standard marker-based tracking within 3 millimeters. If it works, …
Sponsor: Royal North Shore Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Italian study tracks Real-World success of immunotherapy combo for lung cancer
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is observing how well a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab) works for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer in Italy. Researchers are collecting data from 404 patients to understand real-world outcomes, side effects, and treatmen…
Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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AI reads brain scans to unlock lung cancer secrets without surgery
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at whether a computer model can analyze routine brain MRI scans to predict if a lung cancer that has spread to the brain has certain genetic changes (EGFR or ALK). The goal is to see if this noninvasive method can replace the need for a brain tumor biopsy to guid…
Sponsor: Ming Yang • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Lung cancer immune study aims to unlock biomarkers for better treatment
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how the immune system changes in 45 people with stage III non-small cell lung cancer who receive chemoradiation followed by the drug durvalumab. Researchers want to find immune markers that could predict how well the treatment works. The goal is to improve fut…
Sponsor: Maastricht Radiation Oncology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Lung cancer biopsy study: fewer needle passes may be enough for genetic tests
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at the best way to collect tissue samples from lung cancer patients using a thin tube passed through the mouth (endobronchial ultrasound). It compares taking 2 versus 3 samples from each lymph node to see if fewer samples still provide enough material for genetic…
Sponsor: Institut universitaire de cardiologie et de pneumologie de Québec, University Laval • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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AI reads lung scans to catch cancer earlier
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether artificial intelligence (AI) can help doctors find and describe lung nodules on CT scans. Lung nodules can be a sign of early-stage lung cancer, but telling harmless ones from dangerous ones is hard. The AI will learn from 329 adults' CT images and biopsy…
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera SS. Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo di Alessandria • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Muscle loss may predict lung surgery outcomes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether having low muscle mass (sarcopenia) before lung cancer surgery affects how well patients recover. Researchers will follow 400 older adults having lung cancer surgery to see if sarcopenia is linked to survival and other outcomes. The goal is to find out…
Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Lung cancer clue: could a DNA glitch open door to new treatments?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at a specific DNA repair issue called homologous recombination deficiency (HRD) in people with a type of lung cancer (EGFR-mutated NSCLC). Researchers want to know how common HRD is and whether it relates to how the cancer behaves. They will also test this in lab…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Can reminders and videos boost lung cancer screening rates?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests two simple approaches to help people stick with annual lung cancer screening: automated reminders for doctors and patients, plus an educational video. About 1,837 adults aged 50-78 who already had a negative scan are taking part at Kaiser Permanente Washington. T…
Sponsor: Kaiser Permanente • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Can a surgical flap prevent a common complication after throat cancer surgery?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at 400 people who had surgery to remove throat cancer (laryngectomy or pharyngolaryngectomy). The goal is to find out which factors, like using a surgical flap or muscle loss (sarcopenia), increase the risk of a fistula—a leak that can cause infection. Researcher…
Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo di Pavia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Does a Real-Time tissue check during lung biopsy boost genetic testing success?
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study compares two ways of doing a lung biopsy (EBUS) for people with known or suspected non-small cell lung cancer. In one group, a cytotechnologist checks the tissue sample on-site during the procedure to give feedback. In the other group, no on-site check is done. The goa…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Experts unite to make cancer trial results easier to compare
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study brings together cancer experts to agree on standard definitions for key measurements used in cancer clinical trials, such as how long patients live without their cancer getting worse. Currently, different trials define these measurements in different ways, making it ha…
Sponsor: Institut Bergonié • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Lung cancer clue: tiny particles in fluid may predict treatment response
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether tiny particles called exosomes, found in blood and lung fluid, can predict how well treatment works in advanced lung cancer patients with fluid buildup around the lungs. Researchers will collect samples from 100 patients before and during standard ther…
Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Real-World study tracks Osimertinib's impact on lung cancer survival
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study observes how the drug osimertinib works in real-life settings for people with advanced lung cancer that has a specific genetic change (EGFR mutation). About 274 adults in France will be followed for up to 3 years to see how long they live, how their disease changes, an…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Taste test: could your food cravings predict malnutrition during cancer treatment?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether food preferences can help predict undernutrition in people with stage IV non-small cell lung cancer who are starting their first treatment. About 190 participants will have their food cravings measured and receive personalized dietary advice if needed.…
Sponsor: Centre Georges Francois Leclerc • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New decision tool aims to reduce aggressive End-of-Life cancer care
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a special decision-making tool can help doctors and patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer decide when to stop cancer treatments. The goal is to reduce the number of patients receiving chemotherapy or other treatments in their last days of l…
Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Could your genes raise your lung cancer risk? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether certain inherited gene changes (EGFR mutations) increase the risk of lung cancer, especially in people who never smoked. Researchers collect saliva from cancer patients with a specific tumor mutation (T790M) to find these inherited changes. They also o…
Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Smartwatch and app aim to track lung cancer symptoms in real time
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether a remote monitoring system—including a smartphone app, a Fitbit, and a smart pill cap—can effectively track symptoms and side effects in 30 lung cancer patients taking oral targeted therapy. Participants will use the system for up to 24 weeks, and the goa…
Sponsor: University of Virginia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Blood test may predict lung cancer outcomes before surgery
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is looking at 100 people with stage IIIA lung cancer who are getting treatment before surgery. Researchers want to see if a blood test that looks for tumor DNA (ctDNA) can predict how well patients do. If the tumor DNA disappears after treatment, it might mean a better…
Sponsor: Fundación GECP • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Gut bacteria could be key to better cancer immunotherapy
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how the diversity of bacteria in the gut might affect how well immunotherapy works in people with solid tumors. Researchers will collect stool and blood samples from 70 cancer patients starting immunotherapy to track changes in gut bacteria and immune markers.…
Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo di Pavia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New blood test registry aims to improve neuroendocrine tumor care
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis registry is collecting blood samples and health data from 400 people with neuroendocrine tumors. The goal is to see if a new blood test called NETest can help detect tumor activity and predict disease progression. Participants include patients before and after surgery, those…
Sponsor: Wren Laboratories LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Your gut bugs may hold the key to lung cancer therapy
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether bacteria in the gut and throat can predict how well stage III lung cancer patients respond to the immunotherapy drug durvalumab after chemoradiation. Researchers will collect stool, throat swabs, and breath samples from 126 participants to see if these…
Sponsor: Leiden University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Study aims to improve radiotherapy for tough lung cancer cases
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at 80 lung cancer patients with complex conditions, like rare tumor types or previous radiation, to see how well radiotherapy works and what side effects occur. The goal is to gather information to help doctors make better treatment decisions for future patients.…
Sponsor: The Christie NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC