LUNG CANCERS

This early-stage trial tests a personalized cell therapy for people with advanced solid tumors (sarcoma, lung cancer, or melanoma) that have not responded to first-line treatment. The therapy uses the patient's own immune cells, modified to recognize and attack cancer cells displ…

This study tests a new robotic technology (ssRAB) to take tissue samples from lung nodules. Current methods work only about 70% of the time, sometimes requiring riskier procedures. The robot uses special sensors to guide a thin tube more accurately. Researchers will enroll 100 ad…

This study is testing a new blood test to find early-stage lung cancer in heavy smokers who have no symptoms. Researchers will collect blood samples from 350 current or former smokers aged 30-80, including some with lung cancer and some without. The goal is to see if the test can…

This study tests a special program designed to help people living in rural areas who have had lung cancer. The program focuses on improving quality of life, reducing stigma, and helping survivors stay engaged with their healthcare. About 300 participants will be randomly assigned…

This study offers a free, supervised exercise program (online or in-person) for people who have or had cancer. The goal is to help them become more active and manage symptoms like fatigue. About 740 adults across Canada will take part in the 8 to 12-week program, which includes t…

This study compares standard palliative radiation to a newer, more targeted technique that avoids the esophagus. The goal is to deliver a higher radiation dose to lung tumors while reducing side effects, ultimately helping patients live longer with a better quality of life. About…