Massachusetts is currently home to 3205 active clinical trials, seeking participants for engagement in research studies. These trials take place at a variety of cities in the state, including Boston, Worcester, Springfield and Burlington. Whether you're a healthy volunteer interested in paid medical research or someone seeking trials related to a specific condition, the state offers a diverse array of opportunities in your vicinity.
Brentuximab Vedotin and Nivolumab for the Treatment of Patients with Relapsed/refractory Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma
NCT04561206
Recruiting
This phase II trial investigates how well brentuximab vedotin and nivolumab work in treating patients with classical Hodgkin lymphoma that has come back after initial treatment (relapsed) or has not responded to initial treatment (refractory). Brentuximab vedotin is a monoclonal antibody, brentuximab, linked to a toxic agent called vedotin. Brentuximab attaches to CD30 positive cancer cells in a targeted way and delivers vedotin to kill them. Nivolumab is an antibody that enhances the immune sys... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
09/17/2024
Locations: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Relapsed Classic Hodgkin Lymphoma
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Abemaciclib and Endocrine Therapy in Older Patients with Breast Cancer.
NCT04305834
Recruiting
This phase IIa trial studies the side effects of abemaciclib monotherapy in treating patients age 70 years and older with hormone receptor positive, HER2 negative breast cancer that has spread to other places in the body.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
70 years and above
Trial Updated:
09/17/2024
Locations: Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Anatomic Stage IV Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Hormone Receptor Positive Breast Carcinoma, Metastatic Breast Carcinoma, Prognostic Stage IV Breast Cancer AJCC v8
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Selinexor and Backbone Treatments of Multiple Myeloma Patients
NCT02343042
Recruiting
This study will independently assess the efficacy and safety of 11 combination therapies in 12 arms, in dose-escalation/-evaluation and expansion phases, for the treatment of patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM) and newly diagnosed multiple myeloma (NDMM). The combinations to be evaluated are: * Arm 1: Selinexor + dexamethasone + pomalidomide (SPd); enrollment complete * Arm 2: Selinexor + dexamethasone + bortezomib (SVd); enrollment complete * Arm 3: Selinexor + dexamethas... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
09/12/2024
Locations: Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Multiple Myeloma
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Complex Aortic Aneurysm Repair Using Physician Modified Endografts and Custom Made Devices
NCT02050113
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of custom made devices, Zenith t-Branch devices and physician modification of FDA approved off-the-shelf endovascular grafts in the treatment of patients with complex abdominal aneurysms, aortoiliac aneurysms, thoracoabdominal aneurysms and aortic arch aneurysms who (1) have anatomy not suitable for endovascular repair using grafts currently marketed in the United States,(2) are deemed unsafe to wait the required time necessary for... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
09/11/2024
Locations: UMass Memorial Health Care - University Campus, Worcester, Massachusetts
Conditions: Complex Aortic Aneurysms, Thoracoabdominal Aneurysms, Pararenal Aneurysms, Juxtarenal Aneurysms, Marfan Syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Loeys-Dietz Syndrome, Aortic Arch Aneurysm
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Manual Versus AI-Assisted Clinical Trial Screening Using Large-Language Models
NCT06588452
Recruiting
A prospective randomized controlled trial comparing manual review and AI screening for patient eligibility determination and enrollments. A structured query will identify potentially eligible patients from the Mass General Brigham Electronic Data Warehouse (EDW), who will then be randomized into either the manual review arm or the AI-assisted review arm.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 90 years
Trial Updated:
09/10/2024
Locations: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Comparing Manual and AI Patient Screening in Heart Failure
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Forecasting Seizures Using Intelligent Wearable Technology for Health Tracking
NCT06275685
Recruiting
The goal of this interventional study is to develop a personalized seizure risk forecast tool in people with epilepsy. The main questions it aims to answer are: * can we develop a future seizure probabilities tool that is more accurate than chance based on the pattern and frequency of previous generalized tonic-clonic seizure (GTCS) events, as well as changes in physiological and behavioral variables. * does this tool improve the lives of people with epilepsy? Researchers will compare a group... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
6 years and above
Trial Updated:
09/10/2024
Locations: Empatica, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Epilepsy; Seizure
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YES Study - Newly Diagnosed/Metastatic Intervention
NCT04379414
Recruiting
This research study is being done to monitor common symptoms and behavior, and to provide supportive care information and peer support, as well as research opportunities for young women ages of 18-39 years old who have been diagnosed with stage 0-IV stage breast cancer using a web-based portal (YES), built for smartphones, tablets, and computers.
Gender:
FEMALE
Ages:
Between 18 years and 39 years
Trial Updated:
09/09/2024
Locations: Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Breast Cancer, Symptom, Behavioral
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Online Tai Chi Plus Fitbit After ACS
NCT05699642
Recruiting
This projects studies the role of tai chi exercise and wearable fitness trackers to promote physical activity in acute coronary syndrome (ACS) survivors.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
09/05/2024
Locations: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Acute Coronary Syndrome, Physical Inactivity
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Telephone-based Physical Activity Coaching or Self Monitored Physical Activity to Improve Physical Function in Older Adults Who Are Undergoing Surgery for Lung Cancer and Their Caregivers
NCT06196008
Recruiting
This clinical trial compares telephone-based physical activity coaching to self monitored physical activity for improving physical function in older adults who are undergoing surgery for lung cancer and their caregivers. Lung cancer surgery in older adults is associated with functional declines and unique challenges. Performing physical activity around the time of surgery has been shown to improve functional outcomes in patients and exercise programs delivered via telehealth may improve access a... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
09/04/2024
Locations: Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) / Harvard, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Lung Carcinoma
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Longitudinal Studies to Identify Biomarkers for Sturge-Weber Syndrome
NCT04717427
Recruiting
Individuals with Sturge-Weber Syndrome (SWS) sometimes have brain involvement which can result in seizures, stroke-like episodes and neurologic deficits. The purpose of this study is to integrate longitudinal clinical data, radiological data, and blood biomarkers of Sturge-Weber syndrome patients. The research aims are: 1. To integrate longitudinal clinical data, radiological data, and blood biomarkers of Sturge-Weber syndrome patients. 2. Identify plasma and imaging biomarkers sensitive to ex... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
All
Trial Updated:
09/04/2024
Locations: Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Sturge-Weber Syndrome
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Breast Cancer Locator Guided vs. Wire Localized Partial Mastectomy for Breast Cancer
NCT04397185
Recruiting
This prospective, multicenter, 1:1 randomized, controlled trial is designed to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the Breast Cancer Locator (BCL) in subjects with non-palpable invasive breast cancer or ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS). Subjects will be randomized to breast conserving surgery (BCS) utilizing either the BCL or wire localization (WL) to guide surgery.
Gender:
FEMALE
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
09/04/2024
Locations: Tufts Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Breast Cancer Female
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Decision Making, Daily Experiences, and Brain Activity in Young Adult Women
NCT04125589
Recruiting
The investigators are doing a study of women with and without binge-eating disorder to learn more about what happens when people engage in everyday decision-making activities. The investigators are interested in learning more about brain activity during everyday decision-making and how everyday decision-making relates to a variety of daily experiences. Examples of everyday decisions include deciding which product to buy, deciding what to eat for a snack, and deciding how to spend free time.
Gender:
FEMALE
Ages:
Between 18 years and 40 years
Trial Updated:
09/04/2024
Locations: McLean Hospital, Belmont, Massachusetts
Conditions: Binge-Eating Disorder
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