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Clinical trials sponsored by Georgetown University, explained in plain language.
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New drug duo targets tough cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests the safety of combining two drugs, NEROFE and doxorubicin, in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic change (KRAS mutation) and a protein called ST2. The goal is to find the best dose and schedule. About 24 adults whose cancer …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:54 UTC
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New study tests virtual dental coaching for cancer survivors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a telehealth program can help cancer survivors prevent mouth sores, gum disease, and tooth decay, and improve their quality of life. About 100 cancer survivors who finished treatment at least 6 months ago will either get the telehealth program or usual ca…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:51 UTC
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New drug may shield hearts of breast cancer patients during chemo
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding azeliragon to standard chemotherapy can reduce heart damage and mental decline in women with early breast cancer. About 48 participants will receive the drug alongside chemo to see if it is safe and effective. The goal is to make cancer treatment s…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:50 UTC
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Could less be more? new study cuts chemo and radiation for HPV throat cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is for people with early-stage HPV-related throat cancer. The standard treatment is strong radiation plus chemotherapy, which can cause long-term side effects. Researchers want to see if giving only a lower dose of radiation (without chemo) works just as well to keep t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Promising drug tested for rare thymus cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called sacituzumab govitecan in adults with advanced thymoma or thymic carcinoma that has worsened after at least one prior treatment. The main goal is to see how many patients' tumors shrink or disappear. Participants receive the drug intravenously weekly…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Triple-Drug attack aims to halt Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining three drugs—daratumumab, nivolumab, and a KRAS vaccine—can control or shrink advanced pancreatic and lung cancers. About 54 adults whose cancer has worsened after standard treatment will receive the combination. The goal is to see how well the t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 19, 2026 11:48 UTC
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Could less radiation be just as effective for some throat cancers?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether people with HPV-positive throat cancer who had surgery can safely receive a lower radiation dose to a smaller area (just the neck, not the original tumor site). The goal is to keep the cancer from coming back while reducing side effects. About 30 adult…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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New hope for AML patients: maintenance drug may delay relapse
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a chemotherapy drug called CPX-351 as a maintenance treatment for adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who are in remission but cannot have a bone marrow transplant. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if it helps keep the cancer from coming back. About 2…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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New study aims to keep HIV at bay with easier prevention options
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study looks at ways to help people in Malawi keep taking their HIV prevention medicine, including a new long-acting shot that is given every two months. About 9,900 people at high risk for HIV will take part. The goal is to see if extra support helps them stay on the medicat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New website aims to ease thyroid cancer treatment side effects
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a website designed to help thyroid cancer patients manage symptoms and improve quality of life after radioactive iodine (RAI) treatment. About 88 adults who had RAI in the last three years will use either the new website or a standard information site for four we…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:50 UTC
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Can a website help black prostate cancer survivors sleep better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a web-based program called SHUTi can help Black/African American prostate cancer survivors sleep better. About 40 people will be randomly assigned to either the SHUTi program or an educational website. The goal is to see if the online treatment is pr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:12 UTC