Recruiting Melanoma Studies in Chicago
Study to Investigate Lifileucel Regimen Plus Pembrolizumab Compared With Pembrolizumab Alone in Participants With Untreated Advanced Melanoma.
This is a Phase 3, multicenter, open-label, randomized, parallel group, treatment study to assess the efficacy and safety of lifileucel in combination with pembrolizumab compared with pembrolizumab al...
Study of Intralesional Cemiplimab in Adult Patients With Early Stage Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma
This study will test a study drug called cemiplimab to see if it can help treat early-stage cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (CSCC), a type of skin cancer. Cemiplimab works by helping the immune syst...
A Randomized, Phase 2/3 Study to Investigate the Efficacy and Safety of RP2 in Combination With Nivolumab in Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor-Naïve Adult Patients With Metastatic Uveal Melanoma
The purpose of this study is to measure the clinical benefits of the combination of RP2 and nivolumab as compared with the combination of nivolumab and ipilimumab in patients with metastatic uveal mel...
An Efficacy Study of Adjuvant Treatment With the Personalized Cancer Vaccine mRNA-4157 and Pembrolizumab in Participants With High-Risk Melanoma (KEYNOTE-942)
The purpose of this study is to assess whether postoperative adjuvant therapy with mRNA-4157 and pembrolizumab improves recurrence free survival (RFS) compared to pembrolizumab alone in participants w...
Efficacy of Daromun Neoadjuvant Intratumoral Treatment in Clinical Stage IIIB/C Melanoma Patients
The trial aims to evaluate the efficacy of Daromun neoadjuvant treatment followed by surgery and adjuvant therapy to improve in a statistically significant manner the recurrence-free survival (RFS) of...
A Phase 3 Randomized, Masked, Controlled Trial to Evaluate Efficacy and Safety of Belzupacap Sarotalocan (AU-011) Treatment Compared to Sham Control in Subjects With Primary Indeterminate Lesions or Small Choroidal Melanoma
The primary objective is to determine the safety and efficacy of belzupacap sarotalocan (bel-sar) compared to sham control in patients with primary indeterminate lesions (IL) or small choroidal melano...
A Phase 1B/2 Study of RP1 in Solid Organ Transplant Patients With Advanced Cutaneous Malignancies
This Phase 1B/2 study is a multicenter, open-label, study of RP1 to investigate the (a) objective response rate, in addition to (b) safety and tolerability of RP1 for the treatment of advanced cutaneo...
Testing the Addition of the Anti-cancer Drug, Tazemetostat, to the Usual Treatment (Dabrafenib and Trametinib) for Metastatic Melanoma That Has Progressed on the Usual Treatment
This phase I/II trial investigates the best dose, possible benefits and/or side effects of tazemetostat in combination with dabrafenib and trametinib in treating patients with melanoma that has a spec...
Study of Cemiplimab Plus Ziv-Aflibercept for Subjects With Metastatic Uveal Melanoma
The goal of this clinical research study is to find out if Cemiplimab plus Ziv-Aflibercept is safe and effective in treating your condition of metastatic (spread to other parts of your body) uveal mel...
About Melanoma Clinical Trials in Chicago
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer, developing from the pigment-producing cells known as melanocytes. While less common than other skin cancers, melanoma is more likely to spread. Immunotherapy and targeted therapy have revolutionized melanoma treatment.
There are currently 9 melanoma clinical trials recruiting participants in Chicago, ILLINOIS. These studies are seeking a combined 2,027 participants. Research is being sponsored by Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc., Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Replimune Inc. and 5 other organizations. Clinical trial participation is free and participants receive study-related medical care at no cost.
Melanoma Clinical Trials in Chicago — FAQ
Are there melanoma clinical trials in Chicago?
Yes, there are 9 melanoma clinical trials currently recruiting in Chicago, ILLINOIS. Browse the studies on this page to find one that fits.
How do I join a clinical trial in Chicago?
Browse the studies listed above, click one that interests you, and complete the free eligibility form. A study coordinator at the Chicago research site will contact you about next steps.
Are clinical trials in Chicago free?
Yes, clinical trial participation is always free. Study-related treatment, medical tests, and doctor visits are provided at no cost. Many Chicago studies also compensate for your time and travel.
What melanoma treatments are being tested?
The 9 active trials in Chicago are testing new therapies including novel drugs, biologics, and treatment approaches for melanoma.
Data updated March 2, 2026 from ClinicalTrials.gov