Secondary malignant neoplasm
MONDO:0024881A malignant neoplasm that arises from a pre-existing lower grade lesion, or as a result of a primary lesion that has spread to secondary sites, or due to a complication of a cancer treatment.
Also known as: secondary cancer, secondary malignancy, secondary malignant neoplasm
3808 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 27 tagged with Secondary malignant neoplasm itself.
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Metastatic malignant neoplasm 748 trials · 1,264 incl. sub-types
7 sub-types
- Metastatic malignant neoplasm in the brain 266 trials
- Metastatic carcinoma 22 trials · 168 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Neoplastic meningitis 82 trials
- Metastatic malignant neoplasm in the spinal cord 38 trials
- Metastasis from malignant tumor of colon 27 trials
- Metastatic malignant neoplasm in the colon 18 trials
- Metastatic malignant neoplasm in the eye 1 trial
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Secondary carcinoma 1 trial · 169 incl. sub-types
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- Metastatic carcinoma 22 trials · 168 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Off-the-Shelf immune cells target solid tumors
Cure Recruiting nowResearchers are testing a new cell therapy called CAR001 in adults with solid tumors that have come back or stopped responding to standard treatment. CAR001 uses donor gamma-delta T cells engineered with a chimeric antigen receptor to recognize and attack cancer cells. The trial …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Ever Supreme Bio Technology Co., Ltd. • Aim: Cure
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Custom-Made cancer vaccine shows promise in advanced tumors
Vaccine Recruiting nowThis study tests a personalized vaccine created from a patient's own immune cells (dendritic cells) that are trained to attack unique markers on their tumor. It is for people with advanced solid tumors who have not responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to check safet…
Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New pill NP-101 tested in patients with Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing an oral drug called NP-101 in 35 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to check safety and side effects, with a secondary look at whether the drug can shrink tumors. Because it is a Pha…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancer: experimental drug HMPL-A580 enters human trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests an experimental drug called HMPL-A580 in 186 adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery. The study aims to find a safe dose and check for early signs that the drug shrinks tumors. It is currently recruiting parti…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Hutchmed • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental biologic AWT020 put to the test in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing an experimental biologic called AWT020 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have worsened after at least one standard treatment. The phase 1 trial gives AWT020 every three weeks at increasing dose levels to find the highest dose people can tolerate an…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Anwita Biosciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental pill SHY-ONC6 takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests an experimental oral drug called SHY-ONC6 in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors (including breast, colon, lung, pancreatic, and others) that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The study aims to find a safe dose and check for …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: SHY Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody combo shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing an experimental drug called BI-1808, alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab (Keytruda), in people with advanced cancers like ovarian cancer, T-cell lymphoma, and melanoma. The main goals are to check safety, find the best dose, and see how…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: BioInvent International AB • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New trial aims to improve radiation for large brain tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial compares two standard radiation approaches for people with large brain metastases (tumors that spread from other cancers). One method gives two radiation doses a month apart; the other gives three daily doses. The study will track tumor control, side effects, a…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple-Drug cocktail targets kidney cancer brain metastases
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether a combination of three drugs—nivolumab, ipilimumab, and cabozantinib—can help people with kidney cancer that has spread to the brain. The study will enroll 20 participants who have not had prior treatment for their brain metastases. The main …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New bispecific antibody D3L-002 enters first human trial for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 1 trial tests D3L-002, a new drug that targets two immune checkpoints (TIGIT and PVRIG) to help the immune system fight cancer. It is for 24 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the r…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: D3 Bio (Wuxi) Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to outsmart advanced cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing whether combining the drug talazoparib with one of three other drugs (palbociclib, axitinib, or crizotinib) can safely help control advanced solid tumors that have spread. Talazoparib blocks cancer cells from repairing their DNA, while the other …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can doctors watch brain metastases instead of zapping them?
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers at the University of California, Irvine are testing whether patients with brain metastases can safely skip immediate surgery or radiation and instead have their tumors monitored with regular imaging, cognitive tests, and quality-of-life questionnaires. All participant…
Sponsor: University of California, Irvine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug DS3610a enters first human tests for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new drug called DS3610a in about 70 adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the right dose, and see if it can help control the cancer. P…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Daiichi Sankyo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody AU-007 enters human trials for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called AU-007 in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed by surgery. The drug is designed to help the immune system fight cancer. About 159 participants will receive AU-007 alone or with other medicines to find the safes…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Aulos Bioscience, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Second radiation after surgery or laser therapy shows promise for recurrent brain tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is for people whose brain metastases have returned after initial radiation. It combines either laser ablation or surgery with a second round of targeted radiation. The goal is to control the disease and monitor side effects in 155 participants.
Phase 2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug YL217 enters first human tests
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study is testing an experimental drug called YL217 in 220 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the best dose, and look for early signs that the drug can shrink tumors. Participa…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: MediLink Therapeutics (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with genetic weakness
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug, TER-2013, in people with advanced solid tumors (like breast, ovarian, or lung cancer) that have specific genetic changes in the AKT/PI3K/PTEN pathway. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can shrink tumors. About 205 participants will receive th…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Terremoto Biosciences Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancer: experimental drug targets Hard-to-Treat tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study is testing an experimental drug called 177Lu-IM-3050 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety and find the best dose. About 105 participants will receive the drug to s…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Immunome, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to outperform standard care in aggressive lung cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial will test whether a new drug called BL-M14D1 combined with atezolizumab works better than the current standard treatment for people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer who have not had prior therapy. About 550 adults will be randomly assigned to receive…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: SystImmune Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to tackle breast cancer brain metastases
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether combining a targeted drug (abemaciclib) with precise radiation (stereotactic radiosurgery) can better control brain tumors in people with a common type of breast cancer (HR+/HER2-). About 31 participants will receive both treatments along with hormon…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Biomarker-Guided combo aims to outsmart tough cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial is testing whether the combination of cabozantinib (a targeted therapy) and nivolumab (an immunotherapy) can shrink or stabilize advanced melanoma and head and neck cancers that have stopped responding to prior immunotherapy. Researchers are also checking if t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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First-in-Human trial asks whether HG381 is safe and tolerable in advanced solid tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are running a first-in-human Phase 1 trial of HG381, an experimental drug given by intravenous injection, in adults with advanced solid tumors that have worsened after available treatments. The study aims to find out how safe and tolerable the drug is, how the body pr…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: HitGen Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug GI-108 enters human trials for advanced tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called GI-108 in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors, including lung, head and neck, pancreatic, and kidney cancers. The drug is designed to boost the immune system's ability to fight cancer. The trial will first find the safest dose, then …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: GI Innovation, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy takes on advanced cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new drug called N-3C01, given alone or with an immunotherapy, in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the combination shrinks tumors. About 114 a…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Hefei Xinzhu Biological Technology Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to control advanced cervical cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests a drug called lorigerlimab (MGD019) in 47 people with advanced cervical cancer that has spread or come back. The goal is to see if the drug can help control the cancer and improve survival. Participants receive the drug through an IV. The study is current…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to fight Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called WJB001 combined with various chemotherapy drugs in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The trial has three stages to find the safest dose, check how the body processes the drug, and see if it shrinks…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Wigen Biomedicine Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental injection SHR-7787 put to the test against advanced solid tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing an experimental injection called SHR-7787 in adults with advanced solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery or have spread. The trial aims to find a safe dose, measure how the body processes the drug, and look for early signs that it shrinks tumors. P…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Hengrui Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could everyday heart drugs shield cancer patients from Radiation's cardiac toll?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether two common heart medications—atorvastatin (a statin) and lisinopril (an ACE inhibitor)—can prevent or reduce heart damage caused by radiation therapy for chest cancers like breast, lung, and esophageal cancer. About 60 adults receiving chest radiation wil…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancers? first human trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study is testing a new drug called BGB-B2033, alone or with other drugs, in people with advanced liver, stomach, or lung cancers. The goal is to see if it is safe and how well it works. About 392 participants will take part.
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill shrink Hard-to-Treat ovarian tumors?
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing a new oral drug called DC05F01 in adults with recurrent ovarian cancer and other advanced solid tumors that have worsened after standard treatment. The trial aims to see how well the drug shrinks tumors, how long it keeps cancer from growing, and what side…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Heronova Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: drug targets MTAP deletion
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests a drug called BMS-986504 in people with advanced solid tumors that have lost a gene called MTAP. The drug is given alone or with other cancer medicines. The study aims to see if the drug shrinks tumors and how safe it is. About 260 adults will take part.
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early human trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing an experimental oral drug called ATX-295 in people with advanced solid tumors, including ovarian cancer, that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to find a safe and tolerable dose and to see if the drug can shrink tumors. About 90 par…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Accent Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill turn on genes that stop cancer? new trial begins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called Aza-TdC in adults with advanced solid tumors that have worsened after standard treatment or have no effective therapy. The drug is taken by mouth in 21-day cycles and aims to reactivate genes that may slow tumor growth. The main goal…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets Hard-to-Treat cancers: early trial recruits 554 patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental oral drug called S241656 (BDTX-4933) in people with advanced solid tumors that have certain genetic changes (KRAS, BRAF, or other RAS/MAPK mutations). The trial has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, then testing how well it works alone or wit…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Institut de Recherches Internationales Servier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New oral drug targets DNA repair in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing an experimental oral drug called pidnarulex in 40 people with advanced solid tumors that have spread and stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug works by blocking an enzyme that cancer cells need to divide and repair their DNA. The st…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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DNA-Guided immunotherapy trial aims to match drug to tumor
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab in 200 people with advanced solid tumors (breast, lung, GI, and others). Researchers use each person's tumor DNA to see if it predicts a response. Participants get the same dose every 3 weeks. The goal is to see if DNA analysis…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: British Columbia Cancer Agency • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radiation after spine surgery: does it help?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study will follow 130 people who had surgery for cancer that spread to the spine. Half will get radiation after surgery, half will not. Researchers want to see if radiation helps keep the cancer from coming back and improves how long patients live. The goal is to help doctor…
Sponsor: Wei Xu • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your own tumor cells fight cancer? new trial tests immune cell therapy
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether specially selected immune cells taken from a patient's own tumor, grown in large numbers in the lab, and given back along with the drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) can shrink tumors in people with metastatic colorectal, pancreatic, ovarian, breast, o…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a four-drug cocktail shrink hard-to-treat colorectal cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding two extra drugs—bevacizumab and sintilimab—to the usual combination of irinotecan and cetuximab can shrink tumors in people with advanced colorectal cancer that no longer responds to irinotecan. The study enrolls 160 adults with RAS wi…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill shows promise in early trial for tough cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new oral drug called ISM6331 in 100 adults with advanced mesothelioma or other solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study aims to find a safe dose and check for any early signs that the drug can shrink tumors. Partic…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: InSilico Medicine Hong Kong Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill takes on brain tumors and metastases in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an oral drug called NEO212 in people with specific brain tumors (astrocytoma, glioblastoma) or cancers that have spread to the brain. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if it helps control tumor growth. About 134 adults will take NEO212 alone or with sta…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Neonc Technologies, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smart drug deliver a toxic payload directly to cancer cells?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called TQB6426 in people with advanced cancers that have not responded to other treatments. TQB6426 is designed to seek out a protein called GPC3 on cancer cells and deliver a chemotherapy-like payload directly to them. The s…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Technology Development Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can steroids help cancer patients resume a promising therapy?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study has two parts. Part A tests whether cancer patients who stopped a type of immunotherapy (checkpoint inhibitors) due to side effects can safely restart treatment with durvalumab, given alongside the steroid prednisone to reduce the risk of side effects returning. Part B…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Canadian Cancer Trials Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer patients on targeted therapy get extended safety monitoring
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study provides continued access to dabrafenib and/or trametinib for up to 100 patients with melanoma, lung cancer, or other solid tumors who were benefiting from these drugs in a prior Novartis or GSK trial. The main goal is to track long-term side effects and safety over ti…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for cancer patients with autoimmune conditions: immune checkpoint inhibitor trial expands access
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is for people who have both an autoimmune disease (like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or multiple sclerosis) and an advanced cancer that has spread or cannot be removed by surgery. It tests the safety and effectiveness of the immunotherapy drug nivolumab, given alone or…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug DXP-106 enters early human testing
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called DXP-106 in 54 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study aims to find safe doses and see if DXP-106 works better when given alone or with chemotherapy. Participants receive the drug by…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Singlomics Biopharmaceuticals Zhuhai Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug QLC5508 enters first human safety tests
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new drug called QLC5508 in 48 adults with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to treatment. The main goals are to check if the drug affects heart rhythm, compare two versions of the drug, and see how it interacts with other medicines.…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Qilu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets rare cancer mutation in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called rezatapopt (PC14586) in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific TP53 Y220C mutation. The drug is designed to reactivate the p53 protein, which normally helps stop cancer growth. The trial will also test rezatapopt combined with th…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: PMV Pharmaceuticals, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising new combo tackles melanoma brain metastases in phase 2 trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial compares two treatment combinations for people with BRAF-V600 mutant melanoma that has spread to the brain. One group gets a targeted therapy (encorafenib and binimetinib) plus an immunotherapy (nivolumab), while the other gets two immunotherapies (ipilimumab a…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: SWOG Cancer Research Network • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug BI 3810944 enters first human tests
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called BI 3810944 in adults with advanced solid tumours or melanoma who have no other treatment options. The study aims to find a safe and tolerable dose, and to see if the drug can shrink tumours. Participants receive the drug every three …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could targeted drugs spare brain cancer patients from radiation after surgery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis pilot study explores whether people with melanoma or non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to the brain can safely skip stereotactic radiosurgery (focused radiation) after having a brain tumor surgically removed. Instead of radiation, participants receive systemic thera…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for men with spread prostate cancer: targeted radiation may boost standard care
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is for men with prostate cancer that has spread to a few other parts of the body at diagnosis. It tests whether adding radiation therapy directly to those cancer spots (called metastasis-directed radiotherapy) can help keep the cancer under control longer than the usua…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug ART6043 enters human trials for advanced tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new oral drug called ART6043, alone or with another drug (olaparib), in 181 people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors. The goal is to check safety, how the body processes the drug, and whether it can slow tumor growth. It is an early-stage trial, so the m…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Artios Pharma Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets HER2 cancers in phase 2 trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an oral drug called zongertinib in adults with advanced solid tumors that have HER2 mutations or overexpression and have not responded to prior treatment. Participants take one of two daily doses and continue as long as they benefit. Doctors regularly check tumor…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to speed liver healing after cancer surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called HRX215 in people who had part of their liver removed because colon cancer spread there. The drug is meant to help the liver grow back and work better after surgery. About 80 adults will take either HRX215 or a placebo for 28 days, and …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: HepaRegeniX GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: first human trial of BGB-58067 begins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new drug called BGB-58067, alone or with other cancer treatments, in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic change (MTAP deficiency). The study aims to find the safest dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. About 52…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new experimental drug called GI-101, given alone or with pembrolizumab or lenvatinib, in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors (cancers that have spread). The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can shrink or control tumors. About 317 adults w…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: GI Innovation, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heated chemotherapy shows promise for advanced pancreatic cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial tests a treatment called HIPEC, where heated chemotherapy drugs are placed directly into the abdomen during surgery. It is for people with pancreatic cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen. The study will enroll 40 participants to see if this appr…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple mask help cancer patients avoid a breathing tube?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive ventilation mask (NIPPV) can reduce the need for intubation in cancer patients with respiratory failure. Researchers will compare NIPPV plus standard oxygen therapy to standard oxygen therapy alone in 256 participants. The goal is to see if…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study is testing a new drug called BGB-26808, either alone or with another drug (tislelizumab), in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to find a safe dose and check for side effects. About 217 partici…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug targets two proteins at once in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new drug called BG-C0902 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is designed to attach to two proteins (EGFR and MET) often found on cancer cells and deliver a toxic payload directly to them…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune cells from your own tumor: a new hope for advanced cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a personalized treatment called GT101 for adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread or come back. Doctors take immune cells from the patient's own tumor, grow them in a lab, and infuse them back after mild chemotherapy. The goal is to see if …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Grit Biotechnology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug BG-C477 enters human testing for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new drug, BG-C477, in about 310 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and see if it can shrink tumors. The study is open-label, meaning ev…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a radioactive 'Smart Bomb' target tough tumors?
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing an experimental radioactive drug called 177Lu-FAP-VG11 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is designed to seek out and attach to a protein called FAP, which is found on many tumor cells. This early …
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new pill outsmart RAS-Mutant cancers?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental oral drug called BG-85738 in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have RAS mutations. The study aims to see if the drug is safe and tolerable when given alone or combined with other anti-cancer agents, and to get a…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an experimental pill slow advanced solid tumors? a phase 1 trial puts HW221043 to the test.
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental oral drug called HW221043 in adults with advanced solid tumors who have no standard treatment options left. The study has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, then expanding to see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow their gro…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Hubei Bio-Pharmaceutical Industrial Technological Institute Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with relapsed cancers: experimental drug CBL0137 enters trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called CBL0137 in children and young adults (ages 1 to 21) whose solid tumors, brain tumors, or lymphoma have returned or stopped responding to treatment. The goal is to find the best dose, check side effects, and see if the drug can shrink tumors. The…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Children's Oncology Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sound waves zapping liver tumors: new study tracks Real-World success
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is collecting information on how well the HistoSonics Edison System, which uses sound waves (histotripsy) to destroy liver tumors, works in everyday medical practice. Up to 5,000 adults with liver tumors will be followed for up to 5 years after treatment. The main goal…
Sponsor: HistoSonics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental biologic M1-c6v1 put to the test in Hard-to-Treat solid tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing an experimental intravenous biologic called M1-c6v1 in adults with locally advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatment. The Phase I trial gives escalating doses to a small group of participants to check safety, find th…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Guangzhou Virotech Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Triple-Action antibody takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new drug called BG-T187, a special antibody that targets two proteins (EGFR and MET) on cancer cells. It is given alone or with other drugs to people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The main goals are to check safet…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo aims to boost lung cancer treatment in patients with bone metastases
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding the drug narlumosbart and precise radiation therapy to standard first-line treatment can help people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to the bones. The study will enroll 27 adults who have not had prior systemic ther…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New 'seek and destroy' therapy for metastatic cancer enters human testing
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a two-part system to find and treat metastatic cancer. First, a radioactive tracer is used to spot tumors on a PET scan. Then, a similar radioactive drug is given to deliver radiation directly to the cancer cells. The goal is to see if this approach i…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a home workout program reshape the gut and tame chemo toxicity?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a 12-week home-based exercise program can alter the gut microbiome in young adults (ages 18-50) with colorectal cancer who are undergoing chemotherapy. Participants are randomly assigned to either the exercise group or a waitlist control group. Researcher…
Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Zapping a few growing tumors may keep breast cancer drugs working longer
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether treating a few growing spots of metastatic breast cancer with surgery, radiation, or heat ablation while continuing the same systemic drug can keep the cancer under control longer. The trial enrolls people with metastatic breast cancer whose cancer…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: The Netherlands Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug MK-8294 tested in patients with advanced cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new targeted therapy called MK-8294 in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, see if people can tolerate it, and find the highest safe dose. About 67 participants will receive the drug, and…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug SKB118 aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called SKB118 in 332 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is given by IV every three weeks. The trial will first find the safest dose, then check if it can shrink tumors. It is currently not recruit…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Sichuan Kelun-Biotech Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a CXCR1/2 blocker boost radiation against cancer that spreads to the brain lining?
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing whether combining SX-682, an experimental drug that blocks CXCR1 and CXCR2, with proton craniospinal irradiation is safe and effective for people with leptomeningeal disease from melanoma or non-small cell lung cancer. Participants take SX-682 by mouth twi…
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 in early cancer trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new experimental drug called BG-75098, given alone or with other medicines, in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and see if it can shrink tum…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New biologic drug GEN1106 enters first human tests for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new biologic drug, GEN1106, in about 103 people with advanced solid tumors, including bladder cancer. The study has three parts: first, finding a safe dose; then refining it; finally, checking how well the drug shrinks tumors. All participants …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Genmab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental biological therapy VRT106 put to the test in advanced solid tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are running a Phase I trial of VRT106, an experimental biological therapy given by intravenous drip, in adults with locally advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatment. The trial enrolls about 12 people aged 18 to 75. It aims to f…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Guangzhou Virotech Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug KK2269 enters first human tests
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests the safety of a new drug called KK2269, given alone or with chemotherapy (docetaxel), in adults with advanced solid tumors that have no standard treatment options. About 101 participants will take part. The study has two parts: first testing KK2269 al…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Kyowa Kirin Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to reignite immune attack on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new drug called IL12-L19L19 (Dodekin) in 80 adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard immunotherapy. The drug combines an antibody with an immune-boosting protein to target and attack cancer cells.…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Philogen S.p.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug FORX-428 targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new drug called FORX-428 in about 40 adults with advanced solid tumors that have certain gene changes (like BRCA1/2 mutations). The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and see if it can shrink tumors or slow their growth. …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: FoRx Therapeutics AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancer? early trial tests MK-3120
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new drug called MK-3120 in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread and cannot be removed by surgery. The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and tolerable. About 270 participants will receive the drug by IV infusion. The study also looks at …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancer: experimental drug CR-001 enters human trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called CR-001 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if it can shrink tumors. About 290 people will take part in this early-phase trial.
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Crescent Biopharma, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug SHR-4610 tested in patients with Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called SHR-4610 in 258 adults with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments or have no standard options. The trial has two phases: first, finding the safest dose, and second, checking how well the drug shrinks…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Shengdi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Poop pills plus chemo: new combo tackles tough colon cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether transplanting healthy gut bacteria (fecal microbiota transplant) can boost the effects of immunotherapy and chemotherapy in 30 people with advanced colon cancer that has spread to the liver. Participants receive the combination for six cycles, the…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hua Jiang • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo attack on aggressive breast cancer brain tumors shows promise in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining radiation therapy with three drugs (platinum chemotherapy, adebrelimab, and bevacizumab) can control brain metastases from triple-negative breast cancer. About 58 adults aged 18-70 with this specific type of advanced breast cancer will receive t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to shrink advanced tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug durvalumab to standard chemotherapy can help control advanced solid tumors that have spread. About 115 adults whose cancer has worsened after at least one prior treatment will receive the combination. The main goal is to chec…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new pill shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is testing an experimental drug called SA53-OS in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug works by blocking a protein called MDM2, which may help slow or stop tumor growth. The study has two parts: first,…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Lamassu Bio Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug BBO-10203 enters first human trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new drug called BBO-10203 in people with advanced solid tumors (breast, lung, or colorectal cancer) that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is designed to block two cancer-driving proteins (PI3K and RAS). Researchers will check safe…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: TheRas, Inc., d/b/a BBOT (BridgeBio Oncology Therapeutics) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising drug targets lung cancer brain tumors in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called repotrectinib in 20 people with a specific type of lung cancer (ROS1-positive NSCLC) that has spread to the brain. The main goal is to see if the drug can shrink or eliminate brain tumors. Participants will take the drug by mouth, and doctors will m…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: MedSIR • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody GEN1079 enters first human tests for advanced cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new antibody called GEN1079 in people with certain advanced solid tumors. The study has three parts: first, finding a safe dose; then refining the dose; and finally, checking if the drug shrinks tumors. About 121 participants will receive the a…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Genmab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug SGT003 put to the test against Hard-to-Treat solid tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are running a phase I/IIa trial of SGT003, an experimental intravenous drug, in adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study has two parts: a dose-escalation phase to find a safe dose and a dose-expansion phase to look fo…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Beijing Sungen Biomedical Technology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radioactive nanoparticles aimed at cancer that spreads to the Brain's lining
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing a radioactive drug called rhenium-186 obisbemeda in adults whose solid-tumor cancer has spread to the leptomeninges, the tissues lining the brain and spinal cord. The drug is a nanoliposome carrying rhenium-186, a radioactive isotope, and it is given throu…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Cerenome • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New targeted drug enters first human tests for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 1 trial is testing a new drug called ADCE-T02 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is an antibody-drug conjugate designed to target a protein called tissue factor found on many cancer cells. The main goals are to…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Adcendo ApS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug AGX101 enters human trials for advanced tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests AGX101, a drug that delivers chemotherapy directly to cancer cells by targeting a protein called TM4SF1. About 80 adults with advanced solid tumors (like breast, prostate, or pancreatic cancer) who have run out of standard options will receive the dru…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Angiex, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can precision radiation halt spinal tumors before they cripple?
Disease control Recruiting nowResearchers are testing stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) in adults whose cancer has spread to the spine and is pressing on the spinal cord. SBRT delivers high doses of radiation precisely to the tumor while limiting damage to nearby tissue. The trial enrolls 50 particip…
Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can radiation before brain surgery stop cancer spread?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether giving a precise, high-dose radiation treatment called stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) before surgery to remove a brain tumor can prevent cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the brain during the operation. The study enrolls adults with b…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug GEN1119 aims to fight solid tumors that resist standard care
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates a new drug called GEN1119 for people with certain solid tumors that have not improved with standard treatments or for whom no standard treatment exists. The study is divided into parts: first, to find safe and effective doses, then to test those doses in m…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Genmab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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BioNTech launches first human test of BNT317 against advanced cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new experimental drug, BNT317, in 39 people with advanced solid tumors who have run out of standard treatment options. The main goal is to check the drug's safety, find the right dose, and see how the body handles it. It is too soon to know if …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: BioNTech SE • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody M0324 enters first human trials for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study is testing a new drug called M0324, a bispecific antibody designed to target cancer cells. The trial will look at M0324 alone, with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, and with chemotherapy in about 77 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: EMD Serono Research & Development Institute, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nanoparticles boost radiation against tough brain tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding AGuIX gadolinium-based nanoparticles to standard brain radiation can better control brain metastases that are at high risk of coming back. About 134 adults with certain cancers (like melanoma, lung, breast, or colorectal) that have spread to the br…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New radiation method aims to shrink large tumors better
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial compares a new type of radiation called LATTICE radiotherapy with standard palliative radiation for people who have large metastatic tumors (over 2.5 cm). The LATTICE method delivers a very high dose to the center of the tumor while keeping lower doses to the s…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New targeted drug shows promise for Hard-to-Treat breast cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new drug called LOXO-783 in people with advanced breast cancer or other solid tumors that have a specific change in the PIK3CA gene. The main goals are to find the safest dose and check for side effects. About 193 participants will take the drug alo…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug FID-022 enters first human trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called FID-022 in 24 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to find a safe dose and check for side effects. The drug contains two active components, including irinotecan, which is …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Fulgent Pharma LLC. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Two-Drug combo reawaken the immune system against resistant cancers?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether combining bexmarilimab with nivolumab can help people whose cancers no longer respond to immunotherapy. It focuses on two cancers: non-small cell lung cancer and melanoma. The study first finds the safest dose of bexmarilimab to give with a fixed dose of …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Institute of Cancer Research, United Kingdom • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to outsmart resistant head and neck cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding cetuximab to standard immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) helps people with advanced head and neck cancer that has stopped responding to platinum chemotherapy live longer. About 158 adults with cancer that has returned or spread will receive either pembr…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody drug aims to turn immune cells against cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new drug called NPX372 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is designed to help the body's immune cells recognize and attack cancer cells. The main goals are to check the drug's safety and fin…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: NextPoint Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug combo slow advanced head and neck cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called ficerafusp alfa, which targets two proteins that help tumors grow, when given with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab. The study enrolls adults with recurrent or metastatic head and neck squamous cell carcinoma that has not been t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Bicara Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat HER2 cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a combination of two drugs—DS-8201a and olaparib—in people with advanced HER2-expressing cancers that have spread or cannot be removed. DS-8201a delivers chemotherapy directly to HER2-positive tumor cells, while olaparib blocks DNA repair in cancer ce…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with genetic flaw
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug, LY4050784, in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific change in the SMARCA4 gene. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and works, either alone or with other cancer treatments. About 340 adults whose cancer has not responded to standar…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental pill GS-1206 takes aim at Hard-to-Treat solid tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental oral drug called GS-1206 in adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have a specific genetic mutation. The main goals are to evaluate the drug's safety, tolerability, and how the body processes it. Participants must have tumors that ha…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Antibody-Drug conjugate targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called LY4052031, which is designed to deliver a cancer-killing agent directly to tumor cells that have a protein called Nectin-4. The study includes 420 adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors such as bladder, breast, lung, and oth…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New radioactive drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a new radioactive drug, 177Lu-INN805, in 10 people with advanced solid tumors (like head & neck, lung, breast, or sarcoma) that haven't responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers wi…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: FindCure Biosciences (ZhongShan) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with rare cancers: targeted drug repotrectinib enters trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called repotrectinib in children and young adults (up to age 25) with advanced solid tumors, lymphoma, or brain tumors that have specific gene changes (ALK, ROS1, or NTRK1-3). The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the drug shrinks tumors. Particip…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Turning Point Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called SI-B036, a bispecific antibody designed to fight advanced gastrointestinal and other solid tumors. The study involves about 16 adults with tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. Researchers aim to find a safe dose and see if t…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Sichuan Baili Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New trial matches cancer patients to smart drug bombs
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial is testing whether three antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) can shrink advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have high levels of specific proteins (Trop-2, nectin-4, or HER2). About 500 patients will first have their tumors tested for these markers, then recei…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug AVZO-1418 enters human trials for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called AVZO-1418 in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if it shrinks tumors. About 480 adults will take part, receiving the drug alone or with other treatments.
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Avenzo Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy targets Hard-to-Treat HER2 cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests the safety and best dose of two drugs—neratinib and trastuzumab deruxtecan—given together to people with advanced solid tumors that have HER2 gene changes. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors that have spread or can't be removed by…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for tough cancers: experimental drug IMGS-001 enters human trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests an experimental drug called IMGS-001 in about 105 people with advanced solid tumors that have come back or not improved after standard treatments. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. The study has two parts: first, t…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: ImmunoGenesis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new pill shrink advanced solid tumors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests an experimental drug called ODM-216 in adults with advanced solid tumors, which are cancers that have spread or cannot be removed by surgery. The study has two parts: the first finds a safe dose, and the second checks how well that dose fights the cancer. Researc…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Orion Corporation, Orion Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New smart drug targets tough cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests an experimental drug called PF-08046876 in about 310 adults with advanced cancers of the bladder, lung, head and neck, esophagus, or pancreas that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is a type of 'antibody drug conjugate' designed to s…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug shrink tumors that resist other treatments?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests an experimental drug called FH-006 in 150 people with advanced solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery or have spread. The goal is to see if FH-006 is safe, tolerable, and can shrink tumors. Researchers will measure how the drug moves through the body and …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Jiangsu HengRui Medicine Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to outsmart HER2-Positive cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a combination of two drugs—trastuzumab deruxtecan and azenosertib—in people with HER2-positive stomach, gastroesophageal junction, or other solid tumors that have spread or can't be removed by surgery. The goal is to find the safest dose and check for…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with brain spread
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a daily oral drug called CGT4255 in 100 adults with advanced solid tumors that have ERBB2 genetic changes or HER2 overexpression. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug shrinks tumors, including in the brain. The …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Cogent Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune cells engineered to fight brain cancer in kids
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests the safety of a new cell therapy called B7-H3 CAR T cells for children and young adults whose brain tumors have come back or are growing despite standard treatment. The therapy uses the patient's own immune cells, modified to target a protein (B7-H3) …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Robbie Majzner • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill CT7439 enters human testing for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing an experimental drug called CT7439, taken as a capsule, in about 50 people with solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The study will first test CT7439 alone, then in combination with other cancer treatments. The main goals are to ch…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Carrick Therapeutics Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Belzutifan extension trial aims to extend lives in VHL and advanced cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis extension study follows people with von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) disease or advanced solid tumors who are already taking belzutifan in another trial. The goal is to see how long they live and how safe the drug is over the long term. About 450 participants will take belzutifan by …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug SKB565 aims to fight advanced solid tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called SKB565 in 180 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to or cannot tolerate standard treatments. The trial has three stages to find the safest dose, check how the drug moves through the body, and see if it shrinks tum…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Sichuan Kelun-Biotech Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can targeted radiation after surgery protect the spinal cord?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether high-precision radiation therapy, delivered by the Edge system, can improve outcomes for people with spinal metastases from solid tumors. After surgery to relieve pressure on the spinal cord, patients receive radiation in five sessions to target remain…
Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug VBC101 targets tough cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called VBC101 in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug is designed to attach to two cancer-related targets (EGFR and cMET) and deliver a toxic payload directly to cancer cells. The s…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: VelaVigo Bio Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New targeted pill shows promise for tough lung cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called BBO-8520 in 350 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific genetic change (KRAS G12C). The drug is taken as a pill and aims to block cancer growth. The study will check for safety, side effects, and…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: TheRas, Inc., d/b/a BBOT (BridgeBio Oncology Therapeutics) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug IDP-001 takes on advanced cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called IDP-001 in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors, including certain lung, head and neck, and other cancers. The trial has two phases: first to check safety and find the right dose, then to see if the drug can shrink tumors. A…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: InduPro, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets HER2 cancers in promising trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called BAY 2927088 (sevabertinib) in about 111 adults with advanced solid tumors that have HER2 gene mutations. The drug aims to block the abnormal HER2 protein and stop cancer growth. Participants take a 20 mg tablet daily in 3-week cycles u…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets rare cancer gene in 30-Patient trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called lirafugratinib in 30 adults with advanced solid tumors (excluding bile duct cancer) that have an FGFR2 gene fusion or rearrangement. Participants take the drug regularly and visit the clinic for checkups. The main goal is to see if the…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Elevar Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for tough cancers: experimental drug IPN01203 enters human trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called IPN01203 in about 102 adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread and stopped responding to immunotherapy. The trial has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, then testing low versus high doses to see if the drug can shrink tumors. Parti…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Texts vs. manuals: new trial aims to help rural cancer survivors kick the habit
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether text-based support can help rural cancer survivors who smoke to quit. Participants will either receive text messages that gradually reduce cigarette use or a self-help manual. The goal is to see which approach works better for long-term smoking cessation.
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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BioNTech launches trial of BNT326 for advanced cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called BNT326, given alone or with other cancer immunotherapies, in about 980 adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread or come back after prior treatment. The goal is to find the best dose and see if it is safe and effective. It is an early-s…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: BioNTech SE • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets hard-to-treat cancers with missing MTAP gene
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called MRTX1719 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have a missing MTAP gene. The study aims to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow their growth. About 336 participants with cancers like mesothelio…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Roche offers lifeline: continued cancer drug access for trial patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study gives people with cancer continued access to an experimental Roche treatment they were already receiving in a previous trial. It is for patients who still need the drug and cannot get it locally. The goal is to keep providing the treatment and monitor any side effects.
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets tumor protein in first human tests
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new drug, ASP2998, that targets a protein called TROP2 found on many solid tumors. The drug is given alone or with standard treatments like pembrolizumab or carboplatin. The main goals are to check safety and find the right dose. About 428 adults wi…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Astellas Pharma Global Development, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a platform trial match the right drug combo to each tumor?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase I/II platform trial tests several drug combinations, including evorpacept, trastuzumab deruxtecan, zanidatamab, tucatinib, and TTX-MC138, in people with advanced solid tumors, especially metastatic breast cancer. The goal is to find safe and promising regimens that cou…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: QuantumLeap Healthcare Collaborative • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancers? first human trial of DS5361b begins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new drug called DS5361b, alone or with another drug (pembrolizumab), in adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug shrinks tumors. Ab…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Daiichi Sankyo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug NEOK001 targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in first human trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called NEOK001 in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. NEOK001 is designed to deliver a cancer-killing agent directly to tumor cells by targeting two specific proteins. The study will first …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: NEOK Bio, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot shows promise against tough cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called IPN60300 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread or not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to find the best dose and check if it is safe and shrinks tumors. All participants get the drug by injection, and the study invol…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can your Cancer's genes pick the right drug? TAPUR study aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThe TAPUR study is testing a wide range of targeted cancer drugs in people with advanced solid tumors, lymphoma, or multiple myeloma whose tumors have specific genetic changes. The goal is to see if matching drugs to these genetic variants can shrink tumors or stop them from grow…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: American Society of Clinical Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new treatment called NT-175 for people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colon, or breast cancer) that have a specific mutation (TP53 R175H) and a certain immune marker (HLA-A*02:01). NT-175 is made from a patient's own immune cells, which are …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug IMA402 targets tough cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called IMA402 in people with advanced solid tumors that have come back or not responded to treatment. IMA402 is designed to help the immune system attack cancer cells. The trial will check if the drug is safe and whether it can shrink tumors.
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Immatics Biotechnologies GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets two cancer proteins in advanced tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a new drug called VBC108 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. VBC108 is designed to attach to two specific proteins (CLDN18.2 and CDH17) found on some cancer cells and deliver a toxic payload to kill them. The study…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: VelaVigo Bio Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to tackle Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called CBP-1019 combined with standard chemotherapy (FOLFOX) and possibly other drugs for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to prior treatments. The goal is to find safe and effective doses. About 128 participants wi…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: first human trial of ERAS-0015 begins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new oral drug called ERAS-0015, alone or with other cancer drugs, in 600 adults with advanced solid tumors that have certain RAS mutations. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see how the drug moves through the body. Researc…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Erasca, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug could protect children with cancer from chemo side effects
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called eflapegrastim in 40 children with solid tumors or lymphoma who are receiving chemotherapy. The drug aims to boost white blood cells and reduce the risk of serious infections. Researchers are checking how safe it is and how the body processes it.
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for young brain cancer patients: targeted drug combo enters phase 2 trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding the drug olutasidenib to standard chemotherapy (temozolomide) can help children and young adults with a specific type of brain cancer (IDH1-mutant high-grade glioma) live longer. About 60 participants will receive the combination as maintenance the…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Rigel Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancer: experimental drug IPN01195 enters human trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called IPN01195 in about 85 adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread and no longer respond to standard treatments. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. Participants must have certain genetic changes in their …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: first human trial of ISM3412 begins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new drug called ISM3412 in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic change (MTAP deletion). The main goals are to check the drug's safety and find the best dose. About 80 participants will take part in two stages: first to find…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: InSilico Medicine Hong Kong Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot could make cancer treatment easier for patients with advanced tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to give the drug rilvegostomig as a shot under the skin instead of through an IV. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors who have already tried standard treatments. The goal is to find a dose that works as well as the IV version and to check for si…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fertility shield: new trial tests triptorelin to save ovaries during chemo
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether the drug triptorelin can protect the ovaries of adolescents and young adults with cancer who are receiving chemotherapy. Chemotherapy can damage the ovaries, making it hard or impossible to get pregnant later. Triptorelin temporarily pauses ovaria…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Children's Oncology Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to fight Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing whether a new drug called ZEN003694, when added to the chemotherapy capecitabine, is safe for people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or can't be removed by surgery. About 30 participants will receive the combination to find the best d…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kidney transplant patients with advanced skin cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab) along with two anti-rejection medications (sirolimus and prednisone) in kidney transplant recipients who have advanced skin cancer that cannot be surgically removed or has spread. The goal is to …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental CAR t therapy takes on solid tumors in first human trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new immunotherapy called LEU011 for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. LEU011 uses the patient's own immune cells, modified to better recognize and attack tumor cells. The study aims to find a safe do…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Leucid Bio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat kidney cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new drug called casdatifan (AB521) alone or combined with other cancer drugs in people with advanced clear cell kidney cancer or other solid tumors. The main goals are to check safety and find the right dose. About 362 participants will take part.
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Arcus Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New injection YKYY031 enters human testing for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called YKYY031 in 76 people with advanced solid tumors (like colorectal or pancreatic cancer) that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and get a first look at whether the …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Beijing Youcare Kechuang Pharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new antibody outsmart advanced solid tumors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is testing an experimental drug called XON7 in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors who have no effective standard treatment left. XON7 is a specially engineered antibody designed to attack cancer cells, given through an IV. The study has two parts: first, t…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Xenothera SAS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Custom-Made cancer vaccine shows promise in advanced tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a personalized vaccine made from a patient's own tumor proteins, given alone or with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and helps the immune system attack advanced solid tumors. About 132 people with various advanc…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for cancer patients: experimental drug aims to stop dangerous blood clots
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug, REGN7508, to see if it works better than the standard blood thinner apixaban for treating and preventing blood clots in people with cancer. The trial will include about 1,600 participants with or without cancer who have deep vein thrombosis …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could simple Over-the-Counter drugs supercharge cancer immunotherapy?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adjusting common over-the-counter medications can make immune checkpoint inhibitors work better for people with solid tumors. Participants are asked to avoid acetaminophen and cannabis/THC/CBD, while taking aspirin and loratadine (or similar antihistamine…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Val Adams • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can targeted liver chemo turn inoperable tumors into operable ones?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether delivering chemotherapy directly to the liver through a pump, combined with standard systemic chemotherapy, can shrink liver tumors from colorectal cancer enough to allow surgery. The study enrolls people whose liver metastases are initially inoperable bu…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill takes on advanced cancers in first human test
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new tablet called GW01-200 in 100 people with advanced solid tumors or blood cancers that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the right dose, and see if it can shrink tumors. Participan…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Groovy Medicine (Hangzhou) Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Custom-Made immune cell vaccine turn the tide against solid tumors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a personalized approach to treating advanced solid tumors. Doctors take a patient's own immune cells, train them to recognize that patient's specific cancer mutations, and inject them back under the skin. The goal is to see if these customized cells can safely tr…
Sponsor: ZSky Biotech Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A new care pathway aims to get cancer surgery patients home safer and faster
Disease control Recruiting nowThis large trial tests whether a structured program called RESET can improve outcomes for adults undergoing planned cancer surgery. RESET combines pre-surgery preparation (prehabilitation), enhanced in-hospital recovery practices, and personalized support after discharge. Researc…
Sponsor: Regional Specialist Hospital in Wroclaw • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kidney cancer patients with bone spread: drug combo trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests a new drug called zanzalintinib, taken as a pill, combined with a bone-strengthening agent for people with advanced kidney cancer that has spread to the bones. The study enrolls 20 participants whose cancer has worsened after 1–3 prior treatments, includi…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Kelly Fitzgerald, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Zapping resistant tumors with precision radiation may extend the life of current cancer therapy
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase II trial tests whether giving focused, high-dose radiation (SABR) to a small number of growing tumors, while continuing the same systemic therapy, can delay overall cancer progression in people with metastatic cancer. About 46 patients whose cancer has started to progr…
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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Brain surgery gets a GPS: network maps may help remove tumors while preserving function
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to plan brain tumor surgery by creating detailed maps of each patient's brain networks using advanced MRI. Instead of relying only on standard anatomy, surgeons can see the white matter pathways and functional networks that could be affected. The goal i…
Sponsor: ARNAS Civico Di Cristina Benfratelli Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune cells supercharged to fight advanced cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental treatment called OBX-115 for people with advanced melanoma or non-small cell lung cancer that has spread or stopped responding to standard therapy. OBX-115 uses a patient's own immune cells (tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes) that are modified in the…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Obsidian Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can engineered red blood cells fight cancer? new trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing an experimental therapy called WTX-212C, which uses specially engineered red blood cells to treat advanced solid tumors. The study will enroll 24 adults whose cancer has not responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to check safety and f…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered virus targets Hard-to-Treat cancers from the inside
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental therapy called YH02, a genetically modified virus designed to infect and destroy cancer cells. It is given as an injection directly into tumors in people with advanced solid tumors (such as head and neck cancer, breast cancer, or melanoma) that ha…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Tianjin First Central Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tailored rehab program aims to help young adults reclaim life after cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a 16-week rehabilitation program called YATAC, designed specifically for young adults aged 18–39 who have or have had cancer. The program includes physical activity, mental health support, nutrition advice, and help with education or work. Researchers want to see…
Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Exercise after cancer: could resistance training rebuild bodies?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a closely supervised resistance training program can improve functional mobility, body composition, and strength in people who have been treated for cancer. Participants aged 20 to 89 will follow a structured exercise regimen during or after their cancer …
Sponsor: Allegheny Singer Research Institute (also known as Allegheny Health Network Research Institute) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Surgery for hidden lung cancer spread: a new hope for longer life?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial looks at whether surgically removing the primary lung tumor can help people with M1a stage lung cancer, where cancer cells are found in the chest lining during surgery. The study includes 66 adults aged 18–80 who have not had prior lung cancer treatment. Researchers wi…
Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Zapping resistant tumors may extend life of cancer drugs
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a precise local treatment—like focused radiation or ablation—can help people whose cancer has a few new or growing spots while on standard therapy. Participants continue their usual medication while the resistant tumors are treated directly. The go…
Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a 4-Week radiation course be as good as 5 weeks for prostate cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two radiotherapy schedules for men whose prostate cancer has returned after surgery. The standard treatment takes 5 weeks, while the shorter one takes 4 weeks. Researchers want to see if the shorter schedule causes no more side effects and controls the cancer …
Sponsor: CHU de Quebec-Universite Laval • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can zapping every tumor with radiation extend life? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a precise type of radiation called SABR on all visible tumors in people with 11 or more metastases. Participants are randomly assigned to either standard palliative radiation or SABR to every tumor. The goal is to see if this aggressive approach improves overall …
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cocktail of old drugs takes on advanced cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial is testing a combination of three drugs—gemcitabine, mitomycin C, and thalidomide—given in low, frequent doses to people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to prior treatments. The goal is to see if this approach can slow tumor growth and improv…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sarcoma Oncology Research Center, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with rare TP53 mutation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental oral drug called NTS071 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have a specific change in the TP53 gene (Y220C mutation). The trial has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, and then checking if the drug can shrink tumors. About 220 people who …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Nutshell Therapeutics (Shanghai) Co., LTD. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Radiation plus immunotherapy may offer new hope for lung cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding targeted radiation to immunotherapy can help control advanced non-small cell lung cancer better than standard chemotherapy. It is for patients whose cancer has worsened after previous immunotherapy. About 39 adults will be randomly assigned to one …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New experimental drug SIM0613 enters first human tests for advanced cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called SIM0613 in about 294 adults with advanced solid tumors that have worsened after standard treatments. The study has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, then expanding to see if the drug shrinks tumors. The main goals are safety and…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Jiangsu Simcere Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New biologic JLM019 enters human testing for advanced cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study is testing a new biologic drug called JLM019 in adults with advanced solid tumors or lymphomas that have come back or not responded to treatment. The drug is given as a weekly intravenous infusion, and the main goals are to check its safety, find the right …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Jecho Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Chilling out to fight cancer: cold therapy meets immunotherapy in new trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests whether spending time in a cool room (around 18°C for 12 hours a day) can make standard immunotherapy drugs work better for people with solid tumors. Twenty-four adults with various solid cancers will receive cold exposure alongside their usual PD-1/P…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New targeted drug shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called repotrectinib in people with advanced solid tumors that have certain gene changes (ALK, ROS1, or NTRK). The trial has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, and second, seeing how well the drug shrinks tumors. About 500 adults with advanced canc…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Turning Point Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Brain metastases trial tests skipping radiation when drugs work
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether people with brain metastases from solid tumors can avoid radiation therapy if their brain tumors shrink or stay stable with systemic treatments like immunotherapy, targeted therapy, or chemotherapy. About 45 participants will be monitored with regular bra…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Vermont Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Aerosol chemo spray shows promise for Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is for women with advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer whose tumors did not shrink enough with standard chemotherapy. Researchers are testing a new method called PIPAC, which delivers chemotherapy as a pressurized spray directly into the abdomen, comb…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Off-the-Shelf cell therapy takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment called EB-NK-301, which uses specially engineered immune cells (CAR NK cells) to target a protein called TROP2 found on many solid tumors. The trial enrolls 60 adults with advanced or metastatic cancers that have not responded to standard treatmen…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Beijing Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Telehealth program aims to help cancer survivors kick bad habits
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a telehealth program to help cancer survivors quit smoking, lose weight, and get more active. About 1500 participants will either get coaching sessions or just information. The goal is to see which approach works better for improving long-term health.
Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Timing of brain radiation could change outcomes for cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving focused radiation before surgery for large brain metastases works better than giving it after surgery. About 146 adults with solid tumors and one large brain metastasis will be randomly assigned to one of the two timing schedules. The main goal is …
Sponsor: Istituto Clinico Humanitas • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New radiation 'Lattice' method paired with immunotherapy shows promise for tough cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests a new radiation technique called lattice radiation therapy (LRT) combined with immunotherapy in 30 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. LRT delivers high doses of radiation to small spots inside the tumor while…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Radiation jolt may wake up fading immunotherapy
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether precise, high-dose radiation (stereotactic radiotherapy) can restore the effectiveness of anti-PD1 immunotherapy in patients with metastatic solid tumors. Participants are those who initially responded well to immunotherapy for at least 6 months but then …
Sponsor: Elsan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could less radiation be better for spine cancer?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using a smaller, more precise radiation target for spinal tumors can control cancer just as well as treating the whole vertebra. One hundred adults with spine metastases will be randomly assigned to standard or smaller-target radiation. The goal is to see…
Sponsor: IRCCS Sacro Cuore Don Calabria di Negrar • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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New drug IMC-001 targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in small trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests the drug IMC-001 in 30 adults with advanced solid tumors that have a high number of genetic mutations (TMB-H). Participants receive the drug by IV every two weeks. The main goal is to see if the drug shrinks tumors. Researchers will also monitor side effe…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: ImmuneOncia Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New drug ATG-022 enters human testing for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new drug called ATG-022 in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Up to 156 participants will receive the drug every three…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Antengene Biologics Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New CAR-T therapy aims to outsmart Hard-to-Treat solid cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new approach to CAR-T cell therapy for adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, engineered to recognize two cancer-specific targets chosen based on each per…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Beijing Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment using donor immune cells (CAR-NK cells) that are engineered to recognize and attack cancer. The treatment is personalized based on a tumor's unique markers. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other therapies. Th…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Beijing Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Off-the-Shelf immune cells take on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing NK042, a ready-made natural killer cell therapy made from healthy donors, in 76 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. Participants first receive chemotherapy to prepare their immune system, then an infu…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Shanghai NK Cell Technology Co., LTD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Spinal chemotherapy may block deadly brain cancer spread
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding a chemotherapy drug (thiotepa) directly into the spinal fluid can prevent glioblastoma from spreading to the brain and spinal cord lining. The study enrolls 38 newly diagnosed patients whose tumors touch brain fluid spaces or whose surgery …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Experimental virus therapy takes on advanced cancers in first human trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new treatment called VET3-TGI, a virus designed to infect and destroy cancer cells. It is being given alone or with the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab to 60 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: KaliVir Immunotherapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New daily pill hopes to control advanced cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new daily oral medication called ETX-19477 in about 120 adults with advanced solid tumors, including breast, ovarian, prostate, and other cancers. The drug blocks a protein called PARG to interfere with cancer cells' ability to repair themselve…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: 858 Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Extra radiation boost may help control spine tumors and ease pain
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether giving an extra 'boost' of radiation to spinal tumors that have spread from other cancers can better control the tumor, reduce pain, and limit side effects. The trial will enroll 108 adults with confirmed or suspected solid tumors that have spread to…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New drug combo takes aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing an experimental drug called INV-1120, either by itself or combined with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab (Keytruda), in adults with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to find safe doses an…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Shenzhen Ionova Life Sciences Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Common diabetes drug may shield kidneys from chemo damage
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether dapagliflozin, a drug used for diabetes, can prevent kidney damage caused by platinum-based chemotherapy in people with solid tumors. About 46 participants will receive either dapagliflozin or a placebo for a few days around their chemo session. Researche…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Medicas y Nutricion Salvador Zubiran • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Brain mets trial: can shorter radiation be just as good?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two radiation therapies for people with 4 to 15 brain metastases from cancer: stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), which is done in 1-2 sessions, versus whole-brain radiotherapy (WBRT), which takes 10 sessions. The goal is to see if SRS offers similar survival wit…
Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New injection targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new drug called tolododekin alfa (ANK-101) for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is injected directly into the tumor to see if it is safe and tolerable. About 97 adults with various solid canc…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Ankyra Therapeutics, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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New scan spots hidden thyroid tumors that resist standard treatment
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special PET scan using a radioactive tracer called 68Gallium-DOTATATE can better detect thyroid cancer that has spread and no longer responds to standard radioactive iodine therapy. About 54 adults with metastatic thyroid cancer will receive one injecti…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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5-Minute MRI could solve brain tumor mystery after radiation
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new, quick MRI technique called Magnetic Resonance Fingerprinting (MRF) to better tell the difference between a brain tumor coming back and damage from radiation therapy (radiation necrosis). About 90 people will take part, including healthy volunteers, pa…
Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double contrast MRI could sharpen brain diagnosis
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using two contrast agents (gadolinium and ferumoxytol) in one MRI session can improve the detection and diagnosis of brain and central nervous system abnormalities. About 150 participants with neurological symptoms or known brain lesions will undergo imag…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One blood draw, many cancers: AI model aims to spot tumors early
Diagnosis Recruiting nowResearchers are developing a blood test that uses DNA methylation patterns and machine learning to detect multiple types of cancer at an early stage. The PROFOUND study collects blood samples from people newly diagnosed with cancer and from people without a confirmed cancer diagn…
Sponsor: Shanghai Weihe Medical Laboratory Co., Ltd. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Glowing dye could light up leftover cancer cells at surgery edges
Diagnosis Recruiting nowResearchers at Erasmus Medical Center are testing whether a fluorescent imaging agent can highlight cancer cells on the surface of tumor tissue removed during surgery. The study involves 200 adults with solid tumors who are scheduled for surgery. After the tumor is removed, the d…
Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New MRI method may end guesswork for brain tumor patients after radiation
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a special MRI technique to help doctors tell whether an enlarged spot in the brain after radiation is the tumor growing back or harmless scar tissue from the radiation. About 100 adults with brain metastases who had radiation will get this MRI before any surgery.…
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new PET tracer reveal hidden tau in the brain?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a radioactive tracer called 18F-S16/T807 can help diagnose tau-related brain diseases. Tau is a protein that builds up abnormally in conditions like Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative disorders. Researchers will give 500 adults a single injection of …
Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scan could reveal hidden cancers in PD-L1 patients
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a special type of PET/CT scan that looks for a protein called PD-L1 on cancer cells. The goal is to see if this scan can find tumors and their spread more accurately than standard imaging. About 500 adults with suspected or known PD-L1-related cancers will r…
Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a brain scan reveal the hidden amyloid behind neurodegenerative disease?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether PET/CT scans using two radioactive tracers, 18F-92/AV45 and 11C-PIB, can detect beta amyloid buildup in the brain. Researchers will enroll 500 adults with suspected or known neurodegenerative diseases linked to amyloid. Each participant receives one injec…
Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A new imaging tracer may reveal hidden nerve injuries
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether an injected tracer called HED, seen on PET/CT or MRI scans, can help diagnose diseases of the sympathetic nervous system, the part of the body that controls automatic responses like heart rate and blood pressure. Researchers will scan 500 adults who have …
Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One drop, many cancers? a rapid test aims to spot cancer signals in blood, urine, or saliva
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study evaluates a rapid test called Methylscape that measures DNA methylation patterns in body fluids like blood, urine, or saliva. The goal is to see if it can detect a cancer signal and even predict where the cancer started, using a single sample. Researchers will compare …
Sponsor: Centro de Tratamiento e Investigación sobre Cáncer, Luis Carlos Sarmiento Angulo • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple blood test replace invasive tissue biopsies for cancer genetics?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study compares a blood test (liquid biopsy) to the standard tissue biopsy for finding genetic changes in advanced solid tumors. The goal is to see if the liquid biopsy can accurately detect the same genetic alterations as the tissue sample. If it works, patients might avoid …
Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple blood test aims to spot multiple cancers early
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study collects blood samples from healthy people, those with benign diseases, and cancer patients to develop a multi-analyte blood test. The test looks for DNA methylation markers that may indicate the presence of various cancers, especially liver cancer. Researchers aim to …
Sponsor: Helio Genomics • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scan technique could sharpen tumor targeting during radiation
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special CT scan with contrast dye can give clearer images of tumors during radiation therapy. Twenty adults with advanced cancer will receive the extra scan alongside their standard treatment. The goal is to see if this approach is feasible and improves…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scan method may solve brain tumor vs. radiation injury puzzle
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding an early PET scan right after the injection can better tell the difference between a brain tumor coming back and damage from radiation therapy. About 50 adults with brain metastases who already need a PET scan will get an extra 15-minute scan ri…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New scan could spot cancer marker better than current tests
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new type of PET/CT scan that uses a radioactive tracer called 68Ga-ABS011 to detect HER2, a protein found on some cancer cells. The goal is to see if this scan can more accurately determine HER2 status in people with metastatic breast cancer or other solid tumo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Abscint NV/SA • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New PET tracer could spot hidden cancers
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new radioactive imaging agent called 68Ga-DOTA-EphA2 to help see certain proteins on cancer cells during PET/CT scans. The goal is to improve how doctors detect and monitor malignant tumors. About 30 adults with suspected or confirmed cancer will receive t…
Sponsor: First Hospital of China Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Simple blood test could spare prostate cancer patients from unnecessary scans
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to develop a blood test that detects RNA from tiny particles (exosomes) to predict if prostate cancer has spread to the bones. Researchers will analyze blood samples from 1,000 men with newly diagnosed prostate cancer and compare results with PSMA PET scans. The g…
Sponsor: Xijing Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New MRI technique may improve diagnosis of Radiation-Induced brain injury
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to see if a special MRI scan called CEST can accurately tell apart radiation damage from tumor growth in people with lung cancer that has spread to the brain. About 60 adults who have had radiation therapy for brain metastases and show new changes on follow-up MRI…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Cheap statin could slash deadly clot risk in cancer patients
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking a daily statin (rosuvastatin) for one year can safely prevent life-threatening blood clots in people with cancer. Current clot-preventing drugs raise bleeding risks, so a safer option is needed. The trial will enroll 4,000 adults with newly diagnos…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot could stop deadly clots in cancer patients
Prevention Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests an experimental drug called REGN7508 to prevent blood clots in people with solid tumors who are receiving cancer treatment. About 1,120 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo. The study measures how well the drug prevents clots and checks …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain tumor patients may avoid seizures with simple drug
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the seizure drug levetiracetam (Keppra) can prevent first-time seizures in people with brain metastases located in the motor cortex. About 150 adults who have never had a seizure will be randomly assigned to take the drug or receive standard care. The goa…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Ayal A. Aizer, MD • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug shield nerves from Chemotherapy's side effects?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing an experimental drug called SIR2501 in adults with solid tumors who are about to receive paclitaxel-based chemotherapy. The goal is to see if SIR2501 is safe, tolerable, and might reduce the development of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy—a…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sironax USA, Inc. • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ice wraps may shield nerves from chemo pain
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether cooling and compressing the arms and legs during taxane chemotherapy can prevent peripheral neuropathy—a common side effect causing numbness, tingling, or pain. About 777 cancer patients will be randomly assigned to one of three approaches: cryocompressio…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: SWOG Cancer Research Network • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Massage during chemo: a new way to fight anxiety?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether different types of massage can lower anxiety in cancer patients while they receive chemotherapy. Fifty adults who already have high anxiety and are at least one cycle into chemo will receive massage during their infusion sessions. Researchers will measure…
Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can zoom therapy ease Cancer's emotional toll? new study tests Meaning-Centered groups
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a virtual, 8-session group therapy program can help cancer patients find meaning and reduce emotional distress. Researchers at MD Anderson Cancer Center will enroll 72 adults with a history of cancer. Participants will attend weekly 90-minute session…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New 'Lattice' radiation aims to zap tumor pain better than standard therapy
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial compares lattice radiation therapy (LRT) to standard radiation for reducing pain from large solid tumors (at least 5 cm). About 148 adults whose tumors cannot be surgically removed will be randomly assigned to one of the two radiation approaches. The main goal …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot aims to ease depression and anxiety in cancer and chronic disease patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single injection of RE104 can reduce symptoms of depression or mixed depression and anxiety in people with adjustment disorder caused by a serious medical illness like cancer, ALS, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, or idiopathic pulmonary fibrosi…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Reunion Neuroscience Inc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New IV combo aims to stop chemo sickness in kids
Symptom relief Recruiting nowChemotherapy often causes nausea and vomiting, which is especially hard for children. This study tests a new IV drug called NEPA (fosnetupitant/palonosetron) to prevent these side effects in kids with cancer. The trial has two parts: first, an open-label phase to find the right d…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Helsinn Healthcare SA • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI app aims to boost cancer Patients' mood and quality of life
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI) app can improve quality of life, anxiety, and depression in people with cancer who are already receiving psychotherapy. About 60 participants will be randomly assigned to either get the AI app alongside their usual therapy …
Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for cancer patients suffering from severe diarrhea and colitis from immunotherapy
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if the drug ustekinumab can control diarrhea and colon inflammation caused by immune checkpoint inhibitors in cancer patients. Ten adults with solid tumors who have moderate to severe symptoms will receive ustekinumab and be monitored for side effects and symptom…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tailored Pre-Surgery workouts could help seniors with cancer recover faster
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests a 4-week personalized exercise program for people aged 70 and older who are about to have cancer surgery. Participants follow daily exercises at home using a smartphone app. The goal is to see if this approach improves their physical fitness before the oper…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New telehealth program aims to ease depression and fatigue in latino cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a special mental health program called DESCANSO/REST for Spanish-speaking Latino cancer patients who feel depressed, tired, or have trouble sleeping. The program is delivered through telehealth (video or phone calls). Researchers want to see if it is practical an…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tests Home-Based exercise and brain games for cancer Survivors' memory woes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study is testing a combined program of mobile health exercise and cognitive rehabilitation for older cancer survivors (age 60+) who have concerns about memory or thinking after treatment. The program uses a smartphone app for exercise tracking and group workshops for b…
Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual reality goggles ease pain for kids with cancer
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using a virtual reality helmet during painful medical procedures (like needle sticks or bone marrow tests) can reduce pain in children with cancer. About 74 children aged 6 to 18 will be split into two groups: one gets standard care plus the VR helmet, th…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de la Réunion • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to cut hospital visits by helping cancer patients speak up
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests an educational program called A-PACT for people with solid tumors who are at high risk of decline. Trained lay health workers coach patients on how to discuss their care goals and end-of-life wishes with their medical team. The study will see if this reduces unpl…
Sponsor: SWOG Cancer Research Network • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Magic mushroom therapy targets Cancer-Related depression
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial at MD Anderson Cancer Center is testing whether psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy can safely help ease depression and anxiety in 30 adults with advanced cancer who are on maintenance therapy. Participants receive either psilocybin or a placebo (niacin) along wi…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a buddy system help older cancer patients? new study says maybe
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a 4-month coaching program called SONATA that helps older adults (age 60+) with advanced cancer build a support network of family and friends. The goal is to see if this social support makes it easier to stick with treatment and feel better. About 330 patients an…
Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Walking and memory games may boost brain power in older cancer survivors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a walking program and cognitive rehabilitation exercises can improve memory and thinking in people aged 65 and older who have finished cancer treatment. Forty participants will be randomly assigned to one of four groups: exercise only, cognitive training …
Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can phone Check-Ins ease cancer treatment side effects?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether regular phone check-ins and counseling can help people on oral cancer drugs feel better and avoid hospital visits. 600 patients will be assigned to symptom monitoring alone, or monitoring plus a self-help handbook and phone counseling for anxiety or sadne…
Sponsor: NRG Oncology • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New online therapy aims to ease cancer Survivors' mental health struggles
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an online, therapist-guided program to help cancer survivors who have anxiety, depression, or fear of cancer returning. About 400 adults in Sweden who finished cancer treatment at least 6 months ago will take part. The goal is to see which parts of the 10-week on…
Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an antidepressant calm Chemotherapy's nerve pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether duloxetine, a drug commonly used for depression, can reduce the painful nerve damage that some cancer patients experience after receiving taxane chemotherapy. The study enrolls adults with solid tumors who have at least moderate pain from this side effect…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Yan Yang, MD, Ph.D • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New radiation approach aims to shield memory during brain tumor treatment
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests a new type of radiation therapy designed to avoid key brain areas involved in memory and thinking. Sixty adults with 1 to 3 small brain metastases will receive cognitive-sparing stereotactic radiosurgery. The main goal is to see if this approach better pr…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Jona Hattangadi-Gluth • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New therapy aims to ease spiritual distress in latino cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study adapts a counseling program called Meaning Centered Psychotherapy for Latinos with advanced cancer. The goal is to improve spiritual well-being and quality of life. Researchers will enroll 190 Latino adults with stage III or IV solid tumors to test the program's feasib…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Clot-Busting procedure could ease breathing for cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a computer-assisted vacuum procedure to remove blood clots from the lungs is safe and improves quality of life for cancer patients with a moderate-risk pulmonary embolism. About 25 adults with cancer and a confirmed clot in a major lung artery will tak…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to stop chemo sickness in its tracks
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called LY3537021 to see if it can better control nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy in adults with cancer. About 204 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo, and researchers will track who has no vomiting and does not n…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple activity-based therapy lift depression in older cancer survivors?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a short psychotherapy called brief behavioral activation (BBA) can reduce depression and anxiety and improve well-being in older adults who have survived cancer. BBA encourages people to set goals and engage in enjoyable or rewarding activities to change …
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Free money for cancer patients: $1,000 monthly cash cards tested in new study
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study will give 20 early-stage cancer patients a preloaded cash card with $1,000 each month. The goal is to see if this simple cash support can prevent financial hardship, like debt or missed rent, and improve treatment outcomes. Researchers will measure how many peopl…
Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple talk could ease cancer Patients' anxiety
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single early meeting with a psycho-oncology counselor can reduce anxiety and depression and improve quality of life in people recently diagnosed with cancer. About 148 patients will be randomly assigned to either receive this counseling plus standard ca…
Sponsor: Lindenhofgruppe AG • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer care goes home: study tests nurse visits to cut hospital trips
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new way to manage care for 33 cancer patients who take oral chemotherapy at home. Instead of going to the hospital every month just to pick up medicine, a nurse will visit them at home twice in six months. An advanced practice nurse will coordinate everyth…
Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New radiation method may boost immune attack on tumors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares a new radiation technique called lattice radiation therapy (LRT) to standard stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) for people with solid tumors that have spread to soft tissues. The goal is to see if LRT shrinks tumors better and helps the immune system f…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tests coaching to boost Pill-Taking in young cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a tailored coaching program can help adolescents and young adults (ages 15-24) with cancer take their oral medications as prescribed. Participants will work with a coach over four sessions to identify and overcome barriers to adherence, using an electroni…
Sponsor: Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a virtual buddy system get older cancer patients moving?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a virtual exercise program with peer support helps older adults (60+) with cancer become more active and feel better. Participants are matched with a peer and receive guidance from exercise professionals or just peer support, compared to usual care. Over …
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cactus extract could zap cancer pain in new trial
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a drug called resiniferatoxin (RTX), a chemical from a cactus-like plant similar to hot pepper, for people with severe cancer pain that standard treatments can't control. RTX is injected into the spine to destroy pain-transmitting nerves. The trial in…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heat therapy as a palliative aid: does raising body temperature ease advanced cancer symptoms?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a noninvasive treatment called whole-body infrared hyperthermia can help people with advanced solid tumors feel better. The therapy uses infrared energy to raise body temperature in a controlled way, and researchers will track changes in pain, fatigue,…
Sponsor: Zhejiang Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Exercise program aims to boost recovery in young cancer patients after stem cell transplant
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a supervised exercise and health counseling program can help children and teens (ages 4–21) who have had a stem cell transplant for cancer. Many young patients survive but face long-term weakness, fatigue, and lower quality of life. The program aims to…
Sponsor: Alejandro Lucia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Digital brain training may ease 'chemo brain' — a trial puts it to the test
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether two types of home-based digital cognitive training can help cancer survivors who have memory, attention, or thinking problems after chemotherapy. Participants will use either a computer program (BrainHQ) or a virtual reality cognitive training for 10 week…
Sponsor: Biogipuzkoa Health Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Digital navigator aims to cut financial toxicity for young adults with cancer
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests a hybrid intervention that combines a digital platform (Findhelp.org) with human navigation sessions to help adolescent and young adult cancer survivors manage financial and health-related social needs. Researchers will refine the approach with input from s…
Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a homeopathic remedy ease cancer treatment fatigue?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a homeopathic product called Encer can reduce fatigue in people with solid tumors who are starting chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either Encer or a placebo, and their fatigue levels are tracked using a que…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Beaura for Para Pharmaceutical Products Trading LLC • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Spinal pain pump may offer relief for cancer patients when opioids fail
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a small pump implanted in the abdomen that delivers pain medicine directly to the spinal fluid can improve quality of life for people with severe cancer pain that is not controlled by oral opioids. Participants are randomly assigned to get the pump or to …
Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lifestyle coaching may boost quality of life for cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a combined lifestyle program—focusing on nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress, and sense of purpose—can improve quality of life for people with cancer. It includes cancer survivors within five years of curative treatment and those with advanced can…
Sponsor: UMC Utrecht • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Weighted blankets may ease anxiety for cancer patients during IV therapy
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether using a weighted blanket during intravenous cancer treatment can help lower anxiety, stress, and depression, and improve comfort. About 152 adults with solid cancers who are starting their first IV therapy will be randomly assigned to receive either a …
Sponsor: Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a nurse-led online therapy beat severe fatigue in advanced cancer?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial investigates whether an online, nurse-guided version of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can reduce severe fatigue in people with advanced cancer who are receiving palliative systemic treatment. Participants complete a 12-week online CBT program with support from the…
Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New writing therapy aims to ease fear in advanced cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new program called EASE, which uses a simple writing exercise to help adults with advanced cancer manage their fear of the future and related trauma symptoms. The study will include 250 people with advanced solid tumors, glioblastoma, or certain ovarian or lung…
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Boulder • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New online tool aims to lift mood in cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an online program called My Wellbeing Guide for cancer patients who feel depressed or anxious. The program uses videos, activities, and written tips based on cognitive behavioral therapy over 7 weeks. About 6,500 participants will be randomly assigned to the prog…
Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New program aims to remove travel hurdles for cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called TRACT that helps cancer patients with travel to their radiation therapy appointments. Many patients miss or delay treatment due to transportation issues. The program provides navigation support and resources. Researchers will see if it is practic…
Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Kidney shield? new trial tests citrus compound for chemo patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a combination of diosmin and hesperidin, natural compounds found in citrus fruits, can protect the kidneys of cancer patients receiving platinum-based chemotherapy. One hundred adults with confirmed cancer will take the supplement alongside their chemo to…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Beni-Suef University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Home workouts with live coaching could ease cancer side effects
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 12-week personalized exercise program, done at home with a trainer guiding via video, can improve quality of life and reduce common side effects like fatigue, anxiety, and nerve pain in cancer survivors. About 350 adults who finished cancer treatment wi…
Sponsor: UMC Utrecht • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Could a single palliative care visit improve life for bone metastasis patients?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether offering a palliative care consultation early—when patients with advanced cancer and bone metastases start radiotherapy—improves their satisfaction with care and quality of life. About 246 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either a tailore…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Roxanne Gal • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Blocking blood flow to bone tumors may offer pain relief without major surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a procedure called arterial embolization can reduce pain and improve quality of life in people with bone metastases (cancer that has spread to the bones). The procedure blocks blood flow to the tumor, which may shrink it and ease symptoms. Researchers …
Sponsor: Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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One-Day fix for spinal tumors? new trial combines surgery and radiation
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether having spine surgery and radiation on the same day helps people with painful spinal tumors recover physical function faster than the usual approach of surgery followed by radiation weeks later. About 100 adults with unstable spinal metastases will be rand…
Sponsor: UMC Utrecht • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Card game aims to ease tough End-of-Life talks for cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a simple card game, the Go Wish Game, can help people with advanced blood cancers or solid tumors discuss their end-of-life priorities with doctors. About 75 patients will use the cards to sort what matters most to them, then complete an advance care plan…
Sponsor: Azienda USL Reggio Emilia - IRCCS • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Virtual therapy aims to tame Cancer's behavioral toll on kids
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an internet-based parent-child interaction therapy (I-PCIT) can help improve behavior in children aged 2-12 who have or had cancer. Parents of 300 children will be randomly assigned to start therapy right away or wait 5-6 months. The goal is to see if the…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:27 UTC
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New study aims to help cancer patients and families avoid crises with early coaching calls
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called ENABLE-SG, which provides phone-based coaching sessions to people recently diagnosed with advanced cancer and their caregivers. The goal is to help them manage stress, symptoms, and planning early on, rather than waiting for a crisis. Researchers…
Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New study tests if checking in from home can improve cancer care
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a program where cancer patients report symptoms from home using a digital questionnaire. A nurse monitors the results and provides advice between clinic visits. The goal is to see if this improves quality of life and reduces emergency room visits and hospital sta…
Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New day hospital aims to ease transition for young cancer survivors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a one-day hospital visit that includes medical, psychological, and social support can help teens and young adults (ages 15-25) feel better after finishing cancer treatment. About 214 participants who have completed treatment for a solid tumor or lympho…
Sponsor: Centre Leon Berard • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Hypnosis may calm cancer patients during radiation
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether medical hypnosis can help reduce anxiety in people with solid tumors who are getting radiation therapy. About 45 moderately to very anxious patients will either listen to relaxing music alone or combine it with hypnosis during their sessions. The goal …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Virtual reality may ease chemo brain in cancer survivors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether immersive virtual reality (VR) exercises can improve memory, attention, and thinking speed in people with cancer who have mental fogginess after chemotherapy. Sixty participants will either use VR-based cognitive, physical, and mindfulness training or do …
Sponsor: Consorci Sanitari de Terrassa • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Magic mushroom compound tested as One-Time depression fix for cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single 25 mg dose of psilocybin can relieve major depression in 100 adults with cancer, compared to a very low 1 mg dose. Participants must be 20–80 years old, have had depression for at least a month after their cancer diagnosis, and stop other antidep…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Section for Affective Disorders; Northern Stockholm Psychiatry • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Heat and cement combo shows promise for spine cancer pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a procedure that uses radiofrequency heat to destroy spine tumors, followed by bone cement to stabilize the spine. Sixteen people with cancer that has spread to the spine will receive the treatment. The goal is to see if the tumors become less active on PET scans…
Sponsor: National and Kapodistrian University of Athens • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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App alerts doctors to cancer symptoms in real time
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a smartphone app called Resilience PRO can improve quality of life for cancer patients receiving chemotherapy or other systemic treatments. About 1,458 adults with any stage of cancer will either use the app to report symptoms (with alerts sent to their c…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Resilience • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Nurse chats could ease cancer kids' suffering
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether specially trained nurses can help children with cancer and their families by starting conversations about palliative care early. About 120 children recently diagnosed with cancer will be randomly assigned to either receive these nurse-led talks or standar…
Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Fudan University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Can a tailored exercise plan keep cancer survivors moving?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a personalized physical activity program for cancer survivors who have finished an exercise class. About 105 adults who completed cancer treatment in the last five years will join. Researchers will see if the program helps them stay active and improve quality of …
Sponsor: Colorado State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Can smelling essential oils and hypnosis ease cancer procedure pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining aromatherapy (smelling essential oils) with hypnosis can help cancer patients feel more comfortable during uncomfortable procedures like blood draws or dressing changes. About 66 adults with cancer will be randomly assigned to receive hypnosis a…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Creteil • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New structured care pathway aims to ease symptoms in advanced cancer
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a structured, symptom-driven care pathway improves symptom control and satisfaction for adults with advanced cancer receiving outpatient palliative care. 120 participants will be randomly assigned to either standard care or a tailored pathway that trigger…
Sponsor: Augusto Caraceni • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Prehab before cancer surgery may boost recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a program of targeted exercise and psychological support before cancer treatment (called prehabilitation) can help patients with solid tumors recover better physically and emotionally. Researchers will compare this program to standard care in 125 adults w…
Sponsor: Priv.-Doz. Dr. med. Philipp Lenz • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Can a phone app help cancer patients get back in shape?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether digital exercise programs can help cancer patients during or after treatment. Researchers in Denmark, Sweden, Germany, Poland, and Lithuania will enroll 300 people. The goal is to see if remote rehab is practical and acceptable, not yet to prove it works.
Sponsor: Zealand University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Gene therapy survivors monitored for years in massive safety study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows over 1,500 children and adults who previously received gene-modified T cell therapy for cancer. Researchers will track side effects, how long the modified cells last, and overall survival for up to 15 years. No new treatment is given—the goal is to understand l…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Celgene • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study checks cancer Drug's effect on common medications
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how a cancer drug called pelabresib changes the way the body processes three other medicines: repaglinide (for diabetes), midazolam (a sedative), and a birth control pill. It involves 24 adults with advanced cancers who have no standard treatment options. The …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study checks how liver issues affect cancer drug pelabresib
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early-phase study is testing the cancer drug pelabresib in 24 people with advanced cancers who also have liver problems. The goal is to see how the liver affects the drug levels in the body. Participants will take the drug daily for 14 days, then have a week off. This resear…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer care at home: what do patients and doctors really think?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study interviews cancer care providers, patients, and caregivers to learn their thoughts and feelings about receiving hospital-level care at home. The goal is to understand what people know and believe about home hospital care, so that future programs can be designed to bett…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New trial uses DNA tests to match cancer patients to targeted drug cocktails
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis large screening trial enrolls up to 2,900 people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or not responded to standard treatment. Researchers use genetic tests on tumor samples to find specific mutations, then assign patients to treatment trials testing drug combinations …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New biobank aims to unlock secrets of Immunotherapy's harsh side effects
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood, tissue, and medical information from 240 cancer patients who have had serious side effects from immunotherapy. The goal is to store these samples in a national biorepository for future research. By studying these samples, scientists hope to better predi…
Sponsor: Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scoring system aims to predict 30-Day survival for metastatic cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a simple scoring system to predict whether people with metastatic cancer will survive at least 30 days after starting palliative radiation therapy. The score uses lab results, emergency room visits, and cancer type. About 214 adults will join to see if the t…
Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer tissue bank opens to fuel research
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects tissue and fluid samples from up to 5,000 cancer patients to help researchers learn more about cancer and develop new tests and treatments. Samples are taken from routine procedures or from extra biopsies done just for research. The goal is to build a resource…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI aims to speed up cancer trial enrollment for 70,000 patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is building an AI tool called ACTIVATE that scans electronic health records to find cancer patients who may be eligible for clinical trials. Researchers will test whether sending alerts to doctors increases the number of patients starting trials. The goal is to make it…
Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radiation aftermath: 700 cancer patients tracked for decades
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows about 700 cancer patients who have already received radiation therapy to understand the long-term side effects and how their disease progresses over time. No new treatments are given—researchers simply collect data from routine follow-up visits. The goal is to …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Morning or afternoon? new study tests if immunotherapy timing boosts cancer fight
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether getting immunotherapy infusions in the morning versus the afternoon changes outcomes for people with advanced lung cancer or head and neck cancer. About 238 participants will be randomly assigned to morning or afternoon infusions. Researchers will trac…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New tool aims to bridge the gap in cancer conversations
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a communication tool called TrialTalk™ in cancer clinics. The goal is to see if it helps doctors and patients talk more clearly about treatment options. About 30 patients and their doctors will fill out questionnaires before and after a regular visit. The study f…
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to boost clinical trial awareness among minorities
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing an educational program designed to help racial and ethnic minority cancer patients make informed decisions about joining clinical trials. The program involves watching short videos and talking with a patient navigator. Researchers will measure changes in pat…
Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain cancer patients rate telemedicine care in new study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study asks brain cancer patients about their experience with telemedicine compared to in-person visits. Researchers want to learn if patients feel they receive good care through virtual appointments. The goal is to improve how care is delivered to people with brain tumors.
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain tumor radiation: could skipping the safety margin be just as good?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares two ways of delivering precise radiation to brain tumors that have spread from other cancers. One group gets the standard extra 2-millimeter safety margin around the tumor, while the other group gets no extra margin. The goal is to see if skipping the margin l…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can remote training bring better cancer care to underserved communities?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a telementoring program called ECHO can improve the quality of palliative care for advanced cancer patients in underserved areas of Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, India, and Ethiopia. Researchers will train local doctors through online clinics and w…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New toolkit aims to fix cancer trial diversity gap
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called SUPPORT that helps Black and Latino cancer patients learn about and join clinical trials. The program includes a website and a navigator who guides patients. Researchers will see if this increases the number of patients referred to and enrolled i…
Sponsor: Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can special heart checkups protect cancer patients from their own treatment?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowSome cancer drugs cause rare but serious heart and metabolic problems. This study follows 5,000 cancer patients across several French hospitals who receive a dedicated heart checkup and ongoing follow-up through cardio-oncology programs. Researchers track how many patients benefi…
Sponsor: Groupe Hospitalier Pitie-Salpetriere • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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EU-Wide survey aims to uncover hidden gaps in mental health support for cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses online surveys to explore whether cancer patients and their family members across the European Union have equal access to mental health screening and psychological support. Researchers will analyze responses from 2,000 participants to identify disparities, barrier…
Sponsor: European Institute of Oncology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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What do you risk for a chance at remission? cell therapy survey asks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowCell therapies such as CAR-T and TIL therapy are emerging options for advanced solid tumors, but their benefits are uncertain and side effects can be severe. Researchers at Zhejiang University are surveying about 420 cancer doctors and 600 patients in China to learn how each grou…
Sponsor: Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Chemo ear damage worse for poorer patients, study warns
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how platinum-based chemotherapy can cause permanent hearing loss in cancer patients, and whether people from poorer backgrounds are more affected. Researchers will test hearing and thinking skills in 172 patients from North West England before and after treatm…
Sponsor: Lancaster University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists gather tumor samples to unlock new cancer treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects tissue samples from people with solid tumors who are already scheduled for surgery or biopsy at the NIH Clinical Center. Researchers will use the samples to study the biology of cancer and identify new targets for therapy. Up to 1,800 adults and children (age …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer data pooling study aims to connect the dots across trials
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study enrolls adults with cancer or benign tumors who are already participating in other trials at the National Cancer Institute. Researchers will collect and link medical records and research samples from all of a patient's past, current, and future studies. The goal is to …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain tumor radiation gets a Same-Day Tune-Up
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether doing radiation planning and treatment on the same day can better target fast-growing brain metastases. About 60 adults with brain tumors that grow at least 1mm per week will be randomly assigned to receive radiation with a 1mm or 0mm safety margin. The g…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Ayal A. Aizer, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain tumor DNA test could match kids to smarter treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses genetic testing of brain tumors from children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 1 to 39) with newly diagnosed high-grade glioma, including DIPG. The goal is to identify specific genetic changes in each tumor and then see if patients can join a treatment trial t…
Sponsor: Nationwide Children's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Do men and women react differently to immunotherapy? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether men and women experience different side effects from cancer immunotherapy. Researchers will track symptoms and quality of life in 100 adults starting standard immunotherapy. The goal is to better understand how sex and gender influence treatment experi…
Sponsor: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Robotic biopsies help unlock lung cancer genetics for future research
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how well robotic biopsies can collect enough tissue to find genetic changes linked to lung cancer. About 40 adults at high risk for lung cancer or with suspected spread to the lungs will take part. The goal is to create a databank of genetic and medical inform…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to reduce bleeding and clotting risks in cancer surgery patients on blood thinners
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 700 cancer patients who take blood thinners and are scheduled for surgery or medical procedures. Researchers will track how often major bleeding or clotting events occur within 30 days after the procedure. The goal is to see if current blood thinner management …
Sponsor: Ottawa Hospital Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood biomarkers may predict cancer treatment side effects
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study investigates whether certain molecules in the blood, called miRNAs and proteins, change during cancer treatment and whether these changes can signal early signs of heart or lung damage. Researchers will compare blood samples from patients receiving radiation or c…
Sponsor: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Money for travel and childcare may open cancer trials to more people
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether offering money for things like travel, lodging, and childcare helps more people from different backgrounds join cancer clinical trials. Researchers will track enrollment and retention of 1,200 patients who are already in a cancer trial. They will compa…
Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden cancer clues in families
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn how genes and the environment contribute to rare tumors and cancer risk in individuals and families. Researchers will collect medical histories, genetic samples, and health data from up to 500 participants of all ages. No treatment is given; the goal is t…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Chatbot vs. standard care: which boosts genetic testing in young cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a digital chatbot can help more adolescents and young adults (AYA) with cancer get genetic counseling and testing compared to standard remote services. About 535 participants aged 18-39 will use either a chatbot or standard telehealth. The goal is to see …
Sponsor: Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches Long-Term study to track stem cell transplant survivors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study provides ongoing check-ups for people who received a donor stem cell transplant at the NIH at least three years ago. Researchers will monitor for late side effects, disease return, and overall health. Participants will have yearly visits that may include blood tests, b…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tracking infection markers over time may spot sepsis sooner in cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether tracking changes in infection markers and blood culture results over time can help detect sepsis earlier and monitor treatment in adults with cancer. Researchers will follow 100 patients with suspected sepsis during their hospital stay and for up to 30 da…
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New imaging registry aims to sharpen cancer treatment precision
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will collect data from 2,000 patients in the Netherlands and France who are receiving standard, minimally invasive cancer treatments like tumor ablation or catheter-based therapies for liver, lung, kidney, or bone cancers. During these procedures, a special CT scanner …
Sponsor: Mark C Burgmans, MD PhD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple screening help cancer patients get mental health support?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a program that screens cancer patients for emotional distress and refers them to mental health services if needed. It involves 50 English- or Spanish-speaking adults with new solid tumor cancers at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center. The goal is to see if such a pro…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a workout after cancer treatment help you live longer?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether exercise after finishing cancer treatment is linked to better outcomes, like longer survival without the cancer coming back. Researchers will analyze data from 1,000 adult cancer survivors at Memorial Sloan Kettering. The goal is to see if those who ex…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer samples sought to unlock treatment secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood, bone marrow, and tumor samples from 500 adults with cancer or pre-cancerous conditions. Researchers will use these samples to learn more about how cancers behave and why some respond differently to treatments. Participants provide samples over time and …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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No treatment, just samples: new study aims to understand cancer immunity
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood and other biospecimens from adults with cancer to analyze immune-suppressing cells and genetic changes. Up to 1,750 participants will provide samples before and after chemotherapy. The goal is to better understand how cancer affects the immune system, bu…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Study explores how medical info delivery shapes cancer care decisions
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the way medical information is presented influences treatment choices for people with advanced cancer. About 400 participants will fill out questionnaires and review made-up case scenarios. The goal is to learn how to better communicate health options to e…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Yale launches massive blood repository to unlock cancer secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood samples from people with cancer or at high risk for cancer to create a large, well-organized repository for research. The goal is to provide scientists with a valuable resource to study cancer through liquid biopsies, which may lead to better detection a…
Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can 3D-Printed molds pinpoint cancer hotspots?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether 3D-printed molds, created from radiological images, can guide pathologists to sample the most informative parts of a removed tumor. Currently, sampling is done by eye, which may miss key regions. The study will compare samples taken with the mold to stand…
Sponsor: Tampere University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fitbits and iPhones used to predict hospitalizations in cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether wearable activity trackers like Fitbits and iPhones can help predict when cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy might need emergency care or hospitalization. Researchers will collect step counts and other health data from 260 participants to b…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict dangerous side effects when combining radiation and immunotherapy?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a large registry that tracks cancer patients who receive both radiotherapy and molecular therapies, such as immunotherapy. The goal is to better understand how these two treatments interact and to identify how often severe side effects occur. By collecting data from…
Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tumor DNA mapping may unlock personalized cancer therapies
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores whether analyzing the genetic makeup of a tumor biopsy can help identify advanced cancer patients who might benefit from targeted treatments. Adults with solid tumors who have no standard treatment options will have a biopsy of their lesion for molecular profi…
Sponsor: Ulrik Lassen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI platform aims to unlock Real-World cancer data on a massive scale
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study enrolls people diagnosed with cancer to build a large registry using Olivia, an AI-powered health platform. The platform will collect and combine electronic health records and patient-reported outcomes from over 1,000 healthcare systems. The goal is to create a compreh…
Sponsor: Tempus AI • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to bridge psychosocial care gap for cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a routine digital screening followed by a supportive phone call can help cancer survivors get the emotional and social support they need after finishing primary treatment. Fifty adults who have completed cancer therapy will take part. The goal is to see i…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can modern Radiotherapy's late effects be predicted?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows a large group of children and young adults who received radiation therapy for cancer, to see how their health and quality of life evolve over many years. By collecting medical data and blood samples in a European registry, researchers aim to identify late effec…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict frailty in serious illness? a large study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why some older adults with serious conditions like cancer or fractures become vulnerable or frail. Researchers will follow about 1500 patients to find out how common different causes of vulnerability are and how they affect outcomes like survival and quality o…
Sponsor: Tampere University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Spinal tap could spot hidden brain cancers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study is exploring whether a one-time sample of spinal fluid (taken via a lumbar puncture) can detect cancer DNA in patients with solid tumors that have spread to the brain or spinal cord. Researchers will enroll 60 participants across three groups: those with leptomen…
Sponsor: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Reading Cancer's genetic playbook: a quest to match patients to the right experimental therapy
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study aims to identify genetic mutations in adults with advanced solid cancers who are being considered for or are already in early-phase clinical trials. By analyzing tumor and blood samples over time, researchers hope to understand how these mutations influen…
Sponsor: Institute of Cancer Research, United Kingdom • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test vs. scalpel: could liquid biopsy replace tissue biopsies for cancer monitoring?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis large observational study is testing whether a blood-based 'liquid biopsy' can detect tumor mutations and track disease progression in people with metastatic or advanced solid tumors who are receiving palliative care. Researchers will compare results from liquid biopsies wit…
Sponsor: University Hospital Augsburg • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can chemo and radiation steal fertility? a massive study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study tracks 7,000 men and women with cancer to see how treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy affect fertility. In women, researchers measure a hormone called AMH to gauge ovarian reserve; in men, they analyze sperm quality. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Michael von Wolff • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Genetic blueprint of tumors may guide smarter cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether detailed genetic testing of tumor tissue or blood can help doctors make better treatment decisions for people with advanced solid tumors or primary brain cancers. About 550 participants will have their tumors genetically profiled, and a smaller group w…
Sponsor: The Belgian Society of Medical Oncology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Genetic roadmaps for advanced cancer: study tests whether expert navigation boosts targeted therapy use
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether having a specialist review genetic test results and guide treatment decisions can increase the use of targeted therapies for people with advanced solid tumors, including breast, lung, colorectal, and bladder cancers. Participants will have their tumor or …
Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New robot arm takes on cancer surgery – first safety check begins
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will test a new robotic surgery platform called RonovoTM in 40 adults with cancer who need elective surgery. The robot helps surgeons perform minimally invasive procedures in digestive, thoracic, urology, and gynecology areas. Researchers will track complications, tech…
Sponsor: Instituto do Cancer do Estado de São Paulo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New approach aims to make repeat radiation safer for cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at a standardized method for giving high-dose radiation a second time to people with solid tumors that have come back. It uses advanced imaging to better calculate radiation doses to sensitive organs like the spinal cord and gut. The goal is to track how often se…
Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer Patients' supplement use under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study will survey 1,000 cancer patients about their use of dietary supplements like vitamins, minerals, and herbal products. Researchers want to know how common supplement use is, whether patients experience side effects, and if these supplements could interact…
Sponsor: Centre Mohammed VI de la Recherche et de l'Innovation (CM6RI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New italian tool aims to ease MRI anxiety for cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is translating and testing an Italian version of a questionnaire that measures anxiety in cancer patients during whole-body MRI scans. Researchers will enroll 175 adult cancer patients at the European Institute of Oncology. The goal is to ensure the Italian version is …
Sponsor: European Institute of Oncology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive cancer study aims to unlock tumor secrets and speed up trials
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowSPECTA is a large research platform that collects tumor samples, genetic data, and patient information from nearly 5,000 people with all types of cancer. The goal is to help scientists better understand cancer biology and find new ways to match patients with the right clinical tr…
Sponsor: European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer - EORTC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New PET imaging study aims to sharpen tumor detection
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting data from 2,000 adults with solid tumors who undergo theranostic PET scans as part of their routine care. The goal is to see how well these scans detect tumors and match with lab results, which could help doctors make better treatment decisions. Participa…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Essen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Gene-Guided cancer therapy: a new hope for advanced tumors?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study enrolls 1,000 adults with advanced solid tumors that have progressed after standard treatment. Researchers will use genetic tests to match patients to specific drugs, like Alectinib or Atezolizumab, based on their tumor's gene changes. The goal is to see if this person…
Sponsor: Seoul National University Bundang Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Decoding Immunotherapy's liver side effect to keep cancer treatment on track
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at liver inflammation (hepatitis) that can occur in cancer patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors, a type of immunotherapy. Researchers aim to describe the different patterns of liver injury and how they respond to treatment. By collecting real-world …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Massive study probes why black patients fare worse in advanced cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study tracks over 10,000 people with advanced or metastatic cancer to understand why outcomes vary by race and background. Researchers collect social, genetic, and treatment data from patients at four cancer centers. The goal is to identify factors—like social …
Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New study aims to unravel cancer blood clot mysteries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting blood and urine samples from 150 cancer patients who have had blood clots. The goal is to learn more about why clots happen in cancer and how to prevent them. Participants will be followed over time to track clot recurrence and bleeding risks.
Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Scientists probe immune resistance in tumors to outsmart cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 100 people with advanced solid tumors whose cancer stopped responding to immunotherapy. Researchers will take a fresh tumor sample and blood tests to compare genetic and immune differences between those who never responded and those who initially improved but …
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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500 cancer patients join quest to unlock precision medicine secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting detailed genetic and health information from 500 people with various cancers, including breast, lung, and leukemia. The goal is to create a shared database that helps researchers develop more personalized treatments. Participants provide samples and data,…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Blood biopsy study aims to improve cancer detection and monitoring
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking at special markers in the blood (called biomarkers) to learn more about how to detect, diagnose, and track solid cancers. Researchers will collect blood samples from 6,000 adults with solid cancer and analyze them alongside standard tests. The goal is to see…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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10,000 cancer patients join ontario Gene-Mapping effort to personalize care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to collect and analyze tumor samples from 10,000 adults with advanced solid cancers (like breast, lung, or colon cancer) to create a province-wide gene database. The goal is to help doctors identify which targeted drugs or clinical trials might work best for each …
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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40,000 cancer patients join quest for biomarkers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to build a large biobank of blood samples from 40,000 cancer patients to help identify biomarkers that can predict survival and response to treatment. Participants provide an extra 36ml of blood during routine blood draws. The samples will be used in future resear…
Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New imaging test may help doctors track brain tumor treatment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a special PET scan (using 18F-Fluciclovine) can help doctors see if brain tumors are responding to radiation treatment. About 46 adults with brain metastases will get the scan before and after stereotactic radiosurgery. The goal is to find a better w…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Baptist Health South Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Personalized cancer care: DNA profiling guides patients to best trials
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study analyzes the DNA of solid tumors from 5,500 cancer patients to find genetic changes that could be targeted by specific treatments. The goal is to use this molecular profile to match patients with appropriate clinical trials. Participants must have a confirmed solid tum…
Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Can Off-Label drugs help when standard cancer therapy fails? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is for people with advanced solid tumors who have run out of standard treatment options. Researchers will track how well off-label or non-standard therapies work when chosen based on the tumor's genetic profile. The goal is to create a standard way to measure responses…
Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Can what you eat during cancer treatment change your survival?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1,538 cancer patients in China to see how their nutritional status affects how well they handle chemotherapy and radiation, their quality of life, and how long they live. Researchers will track changes in diet, weight, and blood markers over time. The goal is t…
Sponsor: Xiaoqin Luo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New registry aims to uncover how cancer ages young bodies
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is building a registry of 500 children, teens, and young adults (ages 1-39) diagnosed with cancer. Participants will complete physical and mental function tests, surveys, and provide blood samples over time. The goal is to learn how cancer and its treatments affect agi…
Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Your genes could guide your pain meds: new study tests personalized prescribing
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether giving doctors genetic information about their patients can help them choose safer and more effective pain medications. Researchers will enroll 800 cancer patients who are expected to need opioid painkillers. Half will have their genes tested to guide …
Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Scientists hunt for Cancer-Fighting immune cells in patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting blood samples from 300 cancer patients to look for immune cells that target tumors. Researchers want to understand how the immune system responds to cancer and treatments. The study does not test a new drug or therapy, but aims to gather knowledge that co…
Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New program aims to ease tough transition for older cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called ALIGN, which uses palliative care social workers and patient navigators to support older adults with advanced cancer who are moving from the hospital to a skilled nursing facility. The goal is to see if the program is practical and can help align…
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Cancer patients rate their care in new satisfaction study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how satisfied cancer patients are after a special team assessment in a day hospital. About 309 adults with cancer will fill out a questionnaire after meeting with a pharmacist, dietitian, psychologist, social worker, and other care providers. The goal is to fi…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier de Martigues • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Your story matters: new study seeks cancer patients and caregivers to share experiences
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses online surveys to learn about the real-life experiences of people diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers. Researchers want to understand the emotional, physical, social, and financial challenges they face. The goal is to use this information to improve support…
Sponsor: Cancer Support Community, Research and Training Institute, Philadelphia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Statin-Free in palliative care: could stopping cholesterol drugs improve quality of life?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether it is safe and beneficial for people with advanced cancer to stop taking statins, which are cholesterol-lowering drugs often used for prevention. Researchers will follow 80 patients in palliative care for 12 weeks, monitoring cholesterol levels, muscle…
Sponsor: Stiftelsen Stockholms Sjukhem • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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What teens write about cancer could change how hospitals help
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects and analyzes personal writings from 500 teenage cancer patients to understand their emotions and experiences. The goal is to improve communication between patients and healthcare providers and make hospital care more supportive. No new drugs or treatments are …
Sponsor: Centro di Riferimento Oncologico - Aviano • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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AI translates doctor speak for cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using artificial intelligence (AI) to rewrite medical discharge letters into plain language helps cancer patients better understand their diagnosis, treatment, and next steps. About 150 adults with blood cancer or other cancers will be randomly assigned t…
Sponsor: Technical University of Munich • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Heart MRI spots chemo damage before It's too late
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether special heart MRI scans can find early signs of heart damage in cancer patients getting anthracycline chemotherapy. Current tests often miss this damage until it's advanced. About 93 adults will get several MRI scans before, during, and after treatment. T…
Sponsor: Robert Bosch Gesellschaft für Medizinische Forschung mbH (RBMF) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New tool to measure cancer Patients' Pre-Surgery fears
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to validate a questionnaire that measures anxiety in cancer patients before surgery. Researchers will test the Italian version of the Surgical Anxiety Questionnaire (SAQ) with 180 adult patients. The goal is to better understand patients' fears and concerns so tha…
Sponsor: Centro di Riferimento Oncologico - Aviano • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Smart patches track vital signs in dying patients to improve End-of-Life care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether wearable devices that monitor heart rate and other vital signs can help doctors and nurses spot infections and other problems earlier in hospice patients with advanced cancer. The researchers will also see if these measurements can help predict how l…
Sponsor: Our Lady's Hospice and Care Services • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Deep gene search aims to uncover why some young people get cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at people who developed cancer at a young age (before 40, or before 30 for breast cancer) but had normal results on standard genetic tests. Researchers will use a more advanced technique called exome sequencing to search for new genetic changes that might raise c…
Sponsor: Centre Georges Francois Leclerc • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New imaging study aims to Fine-Tune cancer radiation doses
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how SPECT imaging can help doctors measure the amount of radiation reaching healthy organs during certain cancer treatments. About 80 adults with advanced prostate or other cancers will get extra SPECT scans before and after their standard radiation therapy. T…
Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New survey aims to streamline cancer support screening across german hospitals
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a short set of questions to see if it can consistently capture the support needs and symptoms of cancer patients. Researchers will ask 900 patients and their healthcare providers about how easy and useful the questions are. The goal is to create a standard t…
Sponsor: University Medical Center Goettingen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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10,000 cancer patients to help unlock power of personalized medicine
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting information from up to 10,000 cancer patients to see if choosing treatments based on the genetic makeup of their tumors leads to better outcomes. Researchers will look at medical records and may test leftover tissue or blood samples to create a genetic pr…
Sponsor: Shu Mei Kato • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Can a simple questionnaire predict who will follow their treatment?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a tool called B-COMPASS that uses a 22-question survey to predict whether people will follow their prescribed treatments. Researchers will enroll 3100 adults with cardiovascular, endocrine, immune, nerve, cancer, or rare diseases across Europe. The goal is t…
Sponsor: Technical University of Madrid • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Spinal fluid study could unlock secrets of breast cancer in the brain
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at the fluid around the brain (cerebrospinal fluid) in people with breast cancer that has spread to the brain or its lining. Researchers collect this fluid to study the cancer's genetic material without needing surgery. The goal is to better understand why breast…
Sponsor: Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New coaching tool aims to improve cancer decisions for dementia patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a communication program called COACH-Cog for older adults with both dementia and cancer. It includes a training video for doctors and a coaching session for patients and their care partners. The goal is to see if this helps everyone work together better when maki…
Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New registry to monitor ion beam therapy results
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis registry study is collecting data from 2,800 cancer patients treated with ion beam therapy (protons and carbon ions) at MedAustron. Researchers will track tumor response, survival, side effects, and quality of life over time. The goal is to better understand the real-world b…
Sponsor: EBG MedAustron GmbH • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Massive study aims to catch cancer early with genetic screening
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting genetic and health information from 120,000 people aged 65 and older who have a personal or family history of cancer. The goal is to see if genetic testing can help doctors find cancer risks earlier and guide prevention efforts. Participants will provide …
Sponsor: ClinLogic LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Lab-Grown tumor avatars could pick the right cancer drug for each patient
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a personalized approach for patients with advanced liver or colorectal cancers that no longer respond to standard treatments. Doctors take a small sample of the tumor, grow it in the lab as 3D 'organoids', and test different drugs on them to see which works best.…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Major study aims to predict pain relief in bone cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will follow 2500 cancer patients with bone metastases to better understand why some respond to radiation therapy and others do not. Researchers will collect data to build tools that predict pain relief and survival, and to create a platform for testing new treatments. …
Sponsor: UMC Utrecht • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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What drives seniors with cancer to move and eat right? a new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at what motivates people aged 70 and older with cancer to be physically active and eat healthy. Researchers will group participants based on their motivation patterns, then test a personalized program to help them improve their activity and diet. The goal is to d…
Sponsor: Institut du Cancer de Montpellier - Val d'Aurelle • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Scientists probe genetic changes when GI cancers spread to brain
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at tissue samples from 30 adults with stomach or esophageal cancer that spread to the brain. Researchers compare the genetic markers of the original tumor and the brain tumor to see if they differ. The goal is to better understand how these cancers change when th…
Sponsor: Blokhin's Russian Cancer Research Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Can a phone call replace the Doctor's office for cancer genetic testing?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether people are interested in using telehealth and digital tools for genetic counseling and testing for hereditary cancer. 360 adults who meet guidelines for genetic testing will receive counseling at home and may use optional digital tools. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Scientists use special MRI to peek inside brain tumors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study uses a special MRI technique with hyperpolarized carbon-13 pyruvate to see how brain tumors use energy. Researchers will measure metabolic byproducts in 25 adults with brain tumors before any treatment. The goal is to learn more about tumor metabolism, no…
Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Smart shirt tracks radiation side effects in cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a special smart shirt, called Hexoskin, can help monitor side effects in 100 patients receiving palliative radiotherapy for cancer that has spread. The shirt tracks heart rate, breathing, and activity levels. The goal is to see if it's practical to u…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC