Dana-farber Cancer Institute
Clinical trials sponsored by Dana-farber Cancer Institute, explained in plain language.
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New drug targets rare lung cancer subtype in early trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing a drug called FHD-286 in 20 people with a specific type of small-cell lung cancer that has a marker called POU2F3. Participants must have already tried at least one standard chemotherapy. The drug is taken as a capsule daily in 21-day cycles, and res…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 23, 2026 11:57 UTC
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New hope for skin cancer patients with complex medical histories
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 4 trial tests the drug cosibelimab in 80 people with advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma who also have a kidney transplant or a blood cancer. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors and how safe it is in these groups. Cosibelimab works by helping the im…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tailor myeloma treatment to each patient
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial is testing a personalized approach for people with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma who are eligible for a stem cell transplant. After initial treatment with a four-drug combination (isatuximab, iberdomide, bortezomib, and dexamethasone), the next steps—consoli…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 11:58 UTC
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New cocktail aims to tame myeloma without transplant
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a combination of four drugs (isatuximab, iberdomide, bortezomib, and dexamethasone) in 88 adults newly diagnosed with multiple myeloma who cannot or choose not to have a stem cell transplant. The goal is to find the safest dose and see how well the drugs control …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 18, 2026 11:48 UTC
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New hope for young leukemia patients: targeted chemo combo aims to boost treatment success
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study is for adolescents and young adults (ages not specified) with newly diagnosed Philadelphia chromosome-negative acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Researchers want to see if a specific combination of chemotherapy drugs plus the immunotherapy blinatumomab helps more pat…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:08 UTC
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New program aims to boost medication adherence for breast cancer patients in rwanda
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program to help women with ER-positive breast cancer in Rwanda take their daily hormone therapy as prescribed. The program includes education, reminders, and behavioral support. Researchers will measure how well participants stick with their medication and how …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:55 UTC
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Blood test guides safer, smarter throat cancer therapy
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a blood test that tracks HPV DNA can help doctors choose the right amount of treatment for people with HPV-positive throat cancer. About 116 participants with early-stage cancer will receive therapy tailored to their risk level, aiming to improve survival…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 09, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New blood test aims to catch multiple cancers early in symptomatic patients
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test a blood test called GRAIL Galleri that looks for signs of many different cancers at once. Researchers will give the test to 100 adults who have symptoms that might be cancer and are already being checked by doctors. They want to see how well the test finds ca…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 23, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Could a 'Baby Dose' of hormone pills prevent breast cancer?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether low doses of two hormone-blocking drugs, exemestane and tamoxifen, can help prevent breast cancer in postmenopausal women at high risk. About 140 women will take one of the two drugs for a year, and researchers will measure side effects and quality of lif…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Can exercise help lung cancer patients before treatment?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a personalized exercise program is practical for 20 adults with stage II or III non-small cell lung cancer who are about to start treatment. Participants will follow the Precise Exercise Regimen for Cancer Care (PERCC) program before and after their…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 18, 2026 11:47 UTC
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Acupuncture and exercise may ease nerve pain from bladder cancer drugs
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding acupuncture to virtual exercise can help manage nerve pain caused by a specific bladder cancer treatment (EV-Pembro). About 50 adults with advanced bladder cancer will be split into two groups: one gets acupuncture plus virtual exercise, the other …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:05 UTC
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New app aims to ease cancer pain at home
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a smartphone app called I-STAMP that helps people with advanced cancer keep track of their pain and medications. About 73 participants will use the app and rate how easy it is to use and how helpful it is. The goal is to see if the app can make managing canc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:05 UTC
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New online program aims to boost sexual health in women with advanced breast cancer
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new educational program called SHARE-MC for women with metastatic breast cancer who are bothered by sexual problems. The program aims to improve sexual function and reduce emotional distress. About 96 women will take part online. The goal is to see if this prog…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:57 UTC
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New app guides young cancer survivors through life after treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a mobile app called my.naviGATE for teens and young adults (ages 15-24) who have finished cancer treatment. The app provides personalized education, peer support, and tracks how patients are doing. Researchers want to see if the app helps patients feel more …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New app aims to help breast cancer patients stick with Long-Term treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a new web and mobile app called SHIELD, designed to support women with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer who are on long-term hormone therapy. The goal is to see if the app is easy to use and helpful for managing treatment. About 30 women will particip…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 17, 2026 12:06 UTC
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AI aims to speed up cancer trial enrollment for 70,000 patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis 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…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:48 UTC
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New nutrition algorithm aims to boost quality of life for cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to create a nutrition algorithm called NACHO to help cancer patients improve their nutritional status and quality of life during or after treatment. Researchers will gather data from 130 participants, including patients, dietitians, and advisors, to build and test…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:56 UTC