Recruiting Melanoma Studies in La Jolla
Clinical Study of Fianlimab in Combination With Cemiplimab Versus Pembrolizumab in Adolescent and Adult Patients With Previously Untreated Unresectable Locally Advanced or Metastatic Melanoma
This study is researching an experimental drug called REGN3767, also known as fianlimab (R3767), when combined with another medication called REGN2810, also known as cemiplimab (each individually call...
IMC-F106C Regimen Versus Nivolumab Regimens in Previously Untreated Advanced Melanoma (PRISM-MEL-301)
This is a phase 3, randomized, controlled study of brenetafusp (IMC-F106C) plus nivolumab compared to standard nivolumab regimens in HLA-A\*02:01-positive participants with previously untreated advanc...
Neoadjuvant Darovasertib in Primary Uveal Melanoma
This is a Phase 3, randomized, multi-center, open-label study of neoadjuvant darovasertib in subjects with primary non-metastatic uveal melanoma (OptimUM-10)...
Testing the Addition of an Immunotherapy Drug, Cemiplimab (REGN2810), Plus Surgery to the Usual Surgery Alone for Treating Advanced Skin Cancer
This phase III trial compares the effect of adding cemiplimab to standard therapy (surgery with or without radiation) versus standard therapy alone in treating patients with stage III/IV squamous cell...
IDE196 (Darovasertib) in Combination With Crizotinib as First-line Therapy in Metastatic Uveal Melanoma
This is a Phase 2/3, multi-arm, multi-stage, open-label study of human leukocyte antigen (HLA)-A\*02:01 negative participants with metastatic uveal melanoma (MUM) who will be randomized to receive eit...
VO and Nivolumab vs Physician's Choice in Advanced Melanoma That Progressed on Anti-PD-1 & Anti-CTLA-4 Drugs [IGNYTE-3]
This is a randomized, controlled, multicenter, open-label Phase 3 clinical study comparing VO in combination with nivolumab versus Physician's Choice treatment for patients with unresectable Stage III...
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...
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 Trial to Learn if Fianlimab and Cemiplimab Are Safe and Work Better Than Anti-PD1 Alone in Adult Participants With Resectable Stage 3 or 4 Melanoma
This study is researching an experimental drug called REGN3767, also known as fianlimab (R3767), when combined with another medication called cemiplimab (each individually called a "study drug" or cal...
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...
(Neo)Adjuvant IDE196 (Darovasertib) in Patients With Localized Ocular Melanoma
Neoadjuvant/adjuvant IDE196 (darovasertib) in patients with primary uveal melanoma...
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...
Binimetinib and Imatinib for Unresectable Stage III-IV KIT-Mutant Melanoma
This phase II trial studies how well binimetinib and imatinib work in treating patients with stage III-IV KIT-mutant melanoma that cannot be removed by surgery (unresectable). Binimetinib and imatinib...
Immunotherapy in Combination With Prednisone and Sirolimus for Kidney Transplant Recipients With Unresectable or Metastatic Skin Cancer
This phase II trial tests the combination of nivolumab and ipilimumab with sirolimus and prednisone for the treatment of skin (cutaneous) cancer that cannot be removed by surgery (unresectable) or tha...
About Melanoma Clinical Trials in La Jolla
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 14 melanoma clinical trials recruiting participants in La Jolla, CA. These studies are seeking a combined 4,879 participants. Research is being sponsored by Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Immunocore Ltd, IDEAYA Biosciences and 5 other organizations. Clinical trial participation is free and participants receive study-related medical care at no cost.
Melanoma Clinical Trials in La Jolla — FAQ
Are there melanoma clinical trials in La Jolla?
Yes, there are 14 melanoma clinical trials currently recruiting in La Jolla, CA. Browse the studies on this page to find one that fits.
How do I join a clinical trial in La Jolla?
Browse the studies listed above, click one that interests you, and complete the free eligibility form. A study coordinator at the La Jolla research site will contact you about next steps.
Are clinical trials in La Jolla free?
Yes, clinical trial participation is always free. Study-related treatment, medical tests, and doctor visits are provided at no cost. Many La Jolla studies also compensate for your time and travel.
What melanoma treatments are being tested?
The 14 active trials in La Jolla are testing new therapies including novel drugs, biologics, and treatment approaches for melanoma.
Data updated March 2, 2026 from ClinicalTrials.gov