There are currently 2700 clinical trials in Boston, Massachusetts looking for participants to engage in research studies. Trials are conducted at various facilities, including Massachusetts General Hospital, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Brigham and Women's Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Whether you're a healthy volunteer looking to participate in paid medical research or seeking trials related to a specific condition, the city provides a diverse range of opportunities near you.
ETHAN - ET for Male BC
NCT05501704
Recruiting
This research study is looking to see how well male breast cancer responds to preoperative treatment with endocrine therapy and which endocrine therapy regimen is the most effective treatment for male breast cancer. The drugs used in this study are: * Tamoxifen * Anastrozole * Degarelix * Abemaciclib
Gender:
MALE
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/12/2025
Locations: Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Male Breast Cancer, Hormone Receptor-positive Breast Cancer, Hormone Receptor Negative Breast Carcinoma
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A Study to Evaluate the Efficacy, Safety, and Immunogenicity of mRNA-1647 Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Vaccine in Allogenic Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation (HCT) Participants.
NCT05683457
Recruiting
The main purpose of the study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of mRNA-1647 compared to placebo to prevent first clinically significant cytomegalovirus infection (CS-CMVi) in the period following cessation of CMV prophylactic treatment (for example, letermovir) on Day 100 post-HCT through Month 9 post-HCT.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/12/2025
Locations: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Cytomegalovirus Infection
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Suicide Risk Interventions
NCT05931289
Recruiting
The suicide rate among active duty service members and Veterans increased substantially following the onset of post-9/11 conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. Accordingly, Veteran suicide prevention has been identified as a national healthcare and research priority. The investigators will recruit 136 female and male Veterans who have been hospitalized for suicide risk and randomly assign them to receive one of two psychotherapy treatments for suicide risk after they leave the hospital. The goals of... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/12/2025
Locations: VA Boston Healthcare System Jamaica Plain Campus, Jamaica Plain, MA, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Suicide
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Pembro Plus CAR T-cell Therapy in R/R in PMBCL
NCT05934448
Recruiting
This research study is evaluating the combination of drugs, pembrolizumab with chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy, as a possible treatment for primary mediastinal B-cell lymphoma that has recurred after prior treatment. The names of the study drugs involved in this study are: - Pembrolizumab Standard treatment will include: * CAR T-cell therapy (either axicabtagene-ciloleucel or lisocabtagene maraleucel) * Cyclophosphamide * Fludarabine
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/12/2025
Locations: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Primary Mediastinal Large B-cell Lymphoma (PMBCL), Primary Mediastinal Large B Cell Lymphoma, Primary Mediastinal Large B-Cell Lymphoma Refractory, Primary Mediastinal Large B-Cell Lymphoma Recurrent, Epstein-Barr Virus Positive Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma, T-Cell/Histiocyte-Rich Large B-Cell Lymphoma
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Web-based Mind-body Program for Comorbid Nontraumatic Upper-extremity Condition and Risky Substance Use
NCT06366633
Recruiting
The investigator aims to conduct an open pilot study (N=12; 10 completers) to test the feasibility, acceptability, and credibility of an asynchronous web-based mind-body intervention (Toolkit for Resilient Life beyond Pain and Substance Use; Web-TIRELESS) for adult patients with a comorbidity of non-traumatic painful upper-extremity condition(s) (NPUC) and risky substance use. Deliverables: 1) Adapt and refine open pilot protocol, patient recruitment, and other study materials. 2) Assess the fe... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/12/2025
Locations: Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Orthopedic Disorder, Nontraumatic Injury, Substance Use, Upper Extremity Problem
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JUPITER 4.0 - Risk Factors for Failure of Isolated Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction
NCT06883396
Recruiting
The goal of this observational study is to learn about the outcomes of medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction for the treatment of recurrent patellar instability. The main questions it aims to answer are: * What are the risk factors for recurrent patellar instability after MPFL reconstruction? * What functional outcomes do patients report after MPFL reconstruction? Participants undergoing MPFL reconstruction will answer survey questions about their knee and activity level 1 year... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 10 years and 35 years
Trial Updated:
03/12/2025
Locations: Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts +1 locations
Conditions: Patellar Dislocation, Recurrent, Patellar Dislocation, Patellar Instability, Patellofemoral Dislocation, Patellofemoral Joint Dislocation, Patellofemoral Disorder
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Gastroschisis Outcomes of Delivery (GOOD) Study
NCT02774746
Recruiting
The objective of this study is to investigate the hypothesis that delivery at 35 0/7- 35 6/7 weeks in stable patients with gastroschisis is superior to observation and expectant management with a goal of delivery at 38 0/7 - 38 6/7 weeks. To test this hypothesis, we will complete a randomized, prospective, multi-institutional trial across NAFTNet-affiliated institutions. Patients may be enrolled in the study any time prior to 33 weeks, but will be randomized at 33 weeks to delivery at 35 weeks o... Read More
Gender:
FEMALE
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/11/2025
Locations: Brigham and Women's Hospital & Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts +1 locations
Conditions: Gastroschisis
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Study of Zanubrutinib, Obinutuzumab, and Venetoclax in Patients With Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) or Small Lymphocytic Leukemia (SLL)
NCT03824483
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to determine the rate of minimum residual disease (MRD) negative response (i.e. the rate of no evidence of disease) of the study drugs, zanubrutinib, obinutuzumab, and venetoclax, given in combination as a treatment for CLL and/or SLL.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/11/2025
Locations: Massachusetts General Hospital (Data Collection and Specimen Analysis), Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Small Lymphocytic Leukemia (SLL)
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Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics, and Safety Profile of Understudied Drugs Administered to Children Per Standard of Care (POPS)
NCT04278404
Recruiting
The study investigators are interested in learning more about how drugs, that are given to children by their health care provider, act in the bodies of children and young adults in hopes to find the most safe and effective dose for children. The primary objective of this study is to evaluate the PK of understudied drugs currently being administered to children per SOC as prescribed by their treating provider.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 0 years and 20 years
Trial Updated:
03/11/2025
Locations: Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Coronavirus Infection (COVID-19), Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension, Urinary Tract Infections in Children, Hypertension, Pain, Hyperphosphatemia, Primary Hyperaldosteronism, Edema, Hypokalemia, Heart Failure, Menorrhagia, Insomnia, Pneumonia, Skin Infection, Arrythmia, Asthma in Children, Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Adrenal Insufficiency, Fibrinolysis; Hemorrhage, Hemophilia, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Kawasaki Disease, Coagulation Disorder, Down Syndrome
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PICNIC Study - PatIent Centered ANtIbiotic Courses in Children with Medical Complexity
NCT06364514
Recruiting
To determine if clinicians can safely reduce antibiotic exposure in children with medical complexity (CMC) who are diagnosed with pneumonia by implementing an intervention that bases total antibiotic duration on an individual's clinical stability.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 2 years and 25 years
Trial Updated:
03/10/2025
Locations: Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Pneumonia
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The Impact of PReOPerative Exercise and NutritionaL Optimization on Perioperative Outcomes for Patients Undergoing Treatment for Rectal Cancer: the PROPEL Trial
NCT06565052
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to determine the feasibility of a prehabilitation program for participants diagnosed with rectal cancer undergoing neoadjuvant chemotherapy and/or radiation, followed by surgical resection. The names of the groups in this research study are: * Group A: Prehabilitation program * Group B: Usual Care
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
03/10/2025
Locations: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts +1 locations
Conditions: Rectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Cancer Stage II, Rectal Cancer Stage III
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Efficacy of a Dental Implant System for Immediate Restoration
NCT06651502
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The primary objective of this study is to observe the performance of an implant system with a new surface (EK III NH dental implants) over a period of two years. The implants will be placed in the upper and lower jaws of patients with missing teeth and immediately given a temporary restoration. The investigators will document the performance of the implants through regular dental check-ups and X-rays.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 20 years and 80 years
Trial Updated:
03/10/2025
Locations: Harvard Dental Center, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Missing Teeth
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