The Cancer of the Pancreas Screening-5 CAPS5)Study
Johns Hopkins clinical research office quality assurance group will monitor and audit this study at Johns Hopkins. The Sub Investigator at each site will be responsible for internal monitoring at thei...
Study of Nab-Paclitaxel and Gemcitabine With or Without SBP-101 in Pancreatic Cancer
The study is a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter study of standard treatment with nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine with or without SBP-101 in subjects previously untreated for me...
Glufosfamide Versus 5-FU in Second Line Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer
The study is designed to assess whether glufosfamide provides additional survival benefit as compared to bolus 5-FU in patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer who have already progressed or failed ...
A Study Comparing BMS-986504 in Combination With Nab-paclitaxel and Gemcitabine Versus Placebo in Combination With Nab-paclitaxel and Gemcitabine in Participants With Untreated Metastatic Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma With Homozygous MTAP Deletion (MountainTAP-30)
The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and efficacy of BMS-986504, a selective, MTA-cooperative PRMT5 inhibitor, in combination with Nab-paclitaxel/Gemcitabine (nab-p/gem) versus placebo in...
Phase 3 Study of Daraxonrasib (RMC-6236) in Patients With Previously Treated Metastatic Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma (PDAC)
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a novel RAS(ON) inhibitor compared to standard(s) of care (SOC) treatment....
A Study of OT-101 With mFOLFIRINOX in Patients With Advanced and Unresectable or Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer
The goal of this clinical study is to compare the efficacy and safety of OT-101 in combination with mFOLFIRINOX (folinic acid, 5-FU, irinotecan, oxaliplatin) to mFOLFIRINOX alone in patients with adva...
Testing Higher Dose Radiation Therapy for Locally Advanced Pancreatic Cancer
This phase III trial compares the effect of dose-escalated radiation therapy to usual care in patients with locally advanced unresectable pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma who have received an initial ...
Testing the Use of the Usual Chemotherapy Before and After Surgery for Removable Pancreatic Cancer
This phase III trial compares perioperative chemotherapy (given before and after surgery) versus adjuvant chemotherapy (given after surgery) for the treatment of pancreatic cancer that can be removed ...
Lanreotide Versus Placebo Before Surgery to Prevent a Surgical Complication Called a Pancreatic Fistula
This phase III trial compares the effect of using lanreotide before surgery to surgery alone in preventing pancreatic fistulas in patients with pancreatic cancer or a pancreatic lesion that could beco...
A Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Adjuvant Autogene Cevumeran Plus Atezolizumab and mFOLFIRINOX Versus mFOLFIRINOX Alone in Participants With Resected PDAC
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of adjuvant autogene cevumeran plus atezolizumab and modified leucovorin, 5-fluorouracil (5-FU), irinotecan, and oxaliplatin (mFOLFIRIN...
Intra-arterial Gemcitabine vs. IV Gemcitabine and Nab-Paclitaxel Following Radiotherapy for LAPC
The study is a multi-center, open-label, randomized active controlled study of subjects with locally advanced pancreatic adenocarcinoma which is unresectable....
APOLLO: A Randomized Phase II Double-Blind Study of Olaparib Versus Placebo Following Curative Intent Therapy in Patients With Resected Pancreatic Cancer and a Pathogenic BRCA1, BRCA2 or PALB2 Mutation
This phase II trial investigates how well the addition of olaparib following completion of surgery and chemotherapy works in treating patients with pancreatic cancer that has been surgically removed (...
Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability & Efficacy of TNG462 in Combination in PDAC & NSCLC Patients
TNG462-C102 is a Phase 1/2, open-label, multicenter study designed to determine the safety, tolerability, PK, PD, and preliminary antineoplastic activity of oral TNG462 in combination with RMC-6236 or...
Nano-SMART: Nanoparticles With MR Guided SBRT in Centrally Located Lung Tumors and Pancreatic Cancer
This research study is being done to help determine the safety and efficacy of gadolinium based nanoparticle, Activation and Guidance of Irradiation X (AGuIX), used in conjunction with MR-guided stere...
The PLATINUM Trial: Optimizing Chemotherapy for the Second-Line Treatment of Metastatic BRCA1/2 or PALB2-Associated Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer
This phase II/III trial compares the effect of the 3-drug chemotherapy combination of nab-paclitaxel, gemcitabine, plus cisplatin versus the 2-drug chemotherapy combination of nab-paclitaxel plus gemc...
Testing the Addition of a New Anti-cancer Drug, M3814 (Peposertib), to the Usual Radiotherapy in Patients With Locally Advanced Pancreatic Cancer
This phase I/II trial studies the safety, side effects and best dose of M3814 and to see how well it works when given together with radiation therapy in treating patients with pancreatic cancer that h...
Testing the Addition of Pembrolizumab, an Immunotherapy Cancer Drug to Olaparib Alone as Therapy for Patients With Pancreatic Cancer That Has Spread With Inherited BRCA Mutations
This phase II trial studies whether adding pembrolizumab to olaparib (standard of care) works better than olaparib alone in treating patients with pancreatic cancer with germline BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutati...
PurIST Classification-Guided Adaptive Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy by RNA Expression Profiling of EUS Aspiration Samples
This is an open-label, phase II study in patients with resectable and borderline resectable pancreatic cancer....
Initial Feasibility Study to Treat Borderline Resectable Pancreatic Cancer With a Planar LDR Source
Initial study to evaluate local control and the preferred method of attachment of the CivaSheet in the setting of suspected close or positive margins at the time of surgical tumor removal....
A Study of Ivaltinostat Plus Capecitabine or Capecitabine in Metastatic Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
This study is a Phase 1b/2, dose-escalation, randomized, multicenter study to assess the efficacy, safety, tolerability, and PK of ivaltinostat in combination with capecitabine and capecitabine monoth...
Maintenance Niraparib Plus Ipilimumab in Patients With Metastatic Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma Whose Disease Has Not Progressed on Platinum-Based Chemotherapy
The main goal of this study is to look at the effectiveness and anti-tumor activity (preventing growth of the tumor) of the drugs niraparib and ipilimumab, on the patients and their pancreatic cancer....
A Study of NALIRIFOX in Combination With Radiation Therapy in People With Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma (PDAC)
The researchers are doing this study to find out whether using the chemotherapy regimen NALIRIFOX in combination with ablative dose radiation therapy (AD-XRT) and the standard chemotherapy drug capeci...
Combination Therapy in Patients With Localized Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma
The purpose of this study is to combine standard radiation therapy with drugs that encourages the body's immune system against cancer cells and simultaneously adding drugs which also target the pathwa...
Proton Radiation for Unresectable, Borderline Resectable, or Medically Inoperable Carcinoma of the Pancreas
The prognosis for patients with localized pancreatic adenocarcinoma who are not surgical candidates is poor. Patients characterized as having "borderline resectable" disease treated with preoperative ...
Anti-CD38 Antibody With KRAS Vaccine and Anti-PD-1 Antibody in Subjects With Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma and Refractory Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
The goal of this clinical trial is to test the safety and tolerability of anti-CD38 monoclonal antibody (mAb), daratumumab, in combination with KRAS vaccine (Targovax TG-01/Stimulon QS-21) when given ...
A Study of Glipizide to Treat High Blood Sugar in People With Pancreatic Cancer
The purpose of this study is to find out how effective and safe glipizide is for lowering blood sugar in people with pancreatic cancer....
A Phase II Nationwide, Telemedicine Study of Pemigatinib in Adult Patients With Advanced or Metastatic Pancreas Cancer With FGFR Genetic Alterations
This phase II study evaluates how well pemigatinib works for the treatment of adult patients with pancreatic cancer that has spread from where it first started to nearby tissue, lymph nodes, or distan...
Neoadjuvant Folfirinox Combined With Pembrolizumab Followed by Surgery for Patients With Resectable Pancreatic Cancer
Abbreviated Title: Neoadjuvant FOLFIRINOX combined with Pembrolizumab followed by surgery for patients with resectable pancreatic cancer Trial Phase: Phase II Clinical Indication: Pancreatic ductal ad...
Study of Effect of Azeliragon in Patients Refractory to Prior Treatment of Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer
This is an open label study to determine the safety and preliminary evidence of a therapeutic effect of azeliragon in patients refractory to prior treatment of metastatic pancreatic cancer....
Acoustic Cluster Therapy (ACT) With Chemotherapy for the Treatment of Locally Advanced Pancreatic Cancer
The purpose of the study is to assess the efficacy and safety of Acoustic Cluster Therapy (ACT) when given in addition to chemotherapy for treatment of Locally Advanced Pancreatic Cancer....
Phase I Nab-Paclitaxel Plus Gemcitabine With Proton Therapy for Locally Advanced Pancreatic Cancer (LAPC)
The purpose of this study is to determine the maximum tolerated dose of the chemotherapy drugs nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine when combined with hypofractionated ablative proton therapy for the treatm...
Chemo4METPANC Combination Chemokine Inhibitor, Immunotherapy, and Chemotherapy in Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
The purpose of this study is to determine if combination treatment with cemiplimab, motixafortide, gemcitabine, and nab-paclitaxel is effective in decreasing the size of the tumor(s), if it will prolo...
Top Cities for Pancreatic Cancer Clinical Trials
Pancreatic Cancer clinical trials are recruiting across 94 cities. Here are the cities with the most active studies:
About Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic cancer begins in the tissues of the pancreas and is often diagnosed at an advanced stage. It is one of the most challenging cancers to treat. Clinical trials are actively investigating new approaches including immunotherapy and combination regimens.
Clinical trials are advancing new treatments for pancreatic cancer. Currently, 32 studies are recruiting a combined 14,306 participants across the United States. Research is being conducted by 27 organizations including Johns Hopkins University, Panbela Therapeutics, Inc., Eleison Pharmaceuticals LLC. and 24 others.
2026 Pancreatic Cancer Research Landscape
As of March 2026, the pancreatic cancer clinical trial landscape includes 32 actively recruiting studies across 94 cities in the United States. These studies are collectively seeking 14,306 participants, with an average enrollment target of 447 per study.
Research is being led by 27 different organizations, including Johns Hopkins University, Panbela Therapeutics, Inc., Eleison Pharmaceuticals LLC., Bristol-Myers Squibb, Revolution Medicines, Inc., and 22 others. The large number of sponsors reflects significant research interest and investment in pancreatic cancer treatment advancement.
Geographically, pancreatic cancer trials are most concentrated in Anchorage, Alaska (30 trials); New York, New York (9 trials); Chicago, Illinois (7 trials); Washington D.C., District of Columbia (6 trials); Los Angeles, California (6 trials) and 7 other cities.
Featured Pancreatic Cancer Studies
Highlighted recruiting studies for pancreatic cancer, selected by enrollment size and research scope.
The Cancer of the Pancreas Screening-5 CAPS5)Study
Johns Hopkins clinical research office quality assurance group will monitor and audit this study at Johns Hopkins. The Sub Investigator at each site will be responsible for internal monitoring at their site.
Study of Nab-Paclitaxel and Gemcitabine With or Without SBP-101 in Pancreatic Cancer
The study is a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter study of standard treatment with nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine with or without SBP-101 in subjects previously untreated for metastatic pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDA), including subjects who have received prior neoadjuvant or adjuvant treatment.
Glufosfamide Versus 5-FU in Second Line Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer
The study is designed to assess whether glufosfamide provides additional survival benefit as compared to bolus 5-FU in patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer who have already progressed or failed therapy on a gemcitabine based first line regimen.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pancreatic Cancer Clinical Trials
Are there pancreatic cancer clinical trials near me?
Yes, there are 32 pancreatic cancer clinical trials currently recruiting across 94+ cities in the United States, including Anchorage, Alaska; New York, New York; Chicago, Illinois. Browse the studies above to find one at a location convenient for you.
How do I join a pancreatic cancer clinical trial?
To join a pancreatic cancer clinical trial: 1) Browse the available studies on this page, 2) Click on a study that interests you, 3) Check the study locations to find a site near you, 4) Review the eligibility criteria, and 5) Contact the study site or complete the eligibility form. The process is free and you can withdraw at any time.
Are pancreatic cancer clinical trials free?
Yes, participation in pancreatic cancer clinical trials is free. Study-related treatments, medical tests, and doctor visits are provided at no cost to participants. Many studies also offer compensation for your time and travel expenses.
What types of pancreatic cancer treatments are being studied?
Current pancreatic cancer clinical trials are testing a range of approaches. These include new drugs, combination therapies, medical devices, and other interventions sponsored by 27 research organizations.
Is it safe to participate in pancreatic cancer clinical trials?
Clinical trials are carefully regulated by the FDA and institutional review boards (IRBs). All trials must follow strict safety protocols, and participants receive close medical monitoring throughout the study. You can withdraw from a trial at any time without penalty.
Data updated March 2, 2026 from ClinicalTrials.gov
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Medical Disclaimer: The information provided on this page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making decisions about clinical trial participation or changes to your treatment plan.
Page reviewed by the HelloStudys Research Team · Last updated March 2, 2026 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov