Clinical Trials

Clinical trials should be every patient's starting point when it comes to pancreatic cancer. Find out about trials that are available today, and the cutting-edge research available to patients.

148 Articles

Teresa Zimmers, cachexia expert
Research
November 7, 2024 • 6 Min

Cachexia Research Showing Promise

Dr. Teresa Zimmers reports on the latest developments in countering cachexia in pancreatic cancer patients.

Dr. Despina Siolas
Research
October 17, 2024 • 3 Min

A New Approach to Overcome Drug Resistance

Dr. Despina Siolas is leading one of the sites where a new drug combination to combat the effects of KRAS mutations is under trial.

Dr. Yaacov Lawrence
Clinical Trials
October 14, 2024 • 4 Min

Pancreatic Cancer Pain Management a Zap Away

Dr. Yaacov Lawrence discusses the results of his clinical trial using SBRT radiotherapy for pain management of pancreatic tumors.

Mouse model of KRAS lung cancer in purple
Research
October 4, 2024 • 3 Min

Targeting a KRAS Variant in Advanced Pancreatic Cancer

Researchers are testing a new drug that targets KRAS variant G12D in conjunction with different chemotherapies.

closeup of a microscope
Research
October 1, 2024 • 7 Min

AACR Special Conference Highlights Advances in Pancreatic Cancer Research

Here are some of the most interesting highlights from the 2024 AACR Special Conference on Pancreatic Cancer Research.

KRAS protein
Research
September 10, 2024 • 3 Min

A New Combination Targeting the RAS Pathway

Researchers are testing two new drugs that target the RAS pathway, to make standard chemotherapy more effective.

patient getting an injection
Research
September 5, 2024 • 3 Min

AVENGER 500 Clinical Trial Shows No Overall Survival Benefit

Data from the AVENGER 500 clinical trial explains why the trial’s goal was not met. A new trial with a different approach has launched.

Blue adenovirus at atomic resolution
Research
August 22, 2024 • 2 Min

Testing a Virus to Help Kill Pancreatic Tumor Cells

Researchers are testing whether cold virus can penetrate the tumor stroma and help kill pancreatic cancer cells.

Dr. Zev Wainberg
Research
July 16, 2024 • 4 Min

Positive Results For Borderline Resectable Disease Pilot Study

Dr. Zev Wainberg provides details on a trial of chemotherapy and immunotherapy for patients with borderline resectable pancreatic cancer.

Dr. Vinod Balachandran
Research
July 2, 2024 • 3 Min

mRNA Vaccine Trial Expands to Numerous Locations

The mRNA vaccine trial spearheaded by Dr. Vinod Balachandran has opened in more locations in the US and around the world.

patient receiving chemotherapy injection
Research
June 24, 2024 • 2 Min

More Effective Treatment for Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer

A worldwide clinical trial is testing a new drug combined with standard treatment, for patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer.

light microscope in a lab
Research
June 18, 2024 • 6 Min

Pancreatic Cancer Research Updates from ASCO 2024

Learn about the latest developments in pancreatic cancer research into immunotherapy and chemotherapy from the ASCO 2024 meeting.

cisplatin crystals
Research
May 15, 2024 • 2 Min

A New Triple Combination for Tumors with BRCA1/2 or PALB2 Mutations

A clinical trial is comparing a two-drug combination with a three-drug combination to see which works better for genetic mutations.

lab measuring tubes
Research
April 29, 2024 • 5 Min

2024 AACR Meeting Update

Some of the highlights of the latest pancreatic cancer research from the 2024 AACR meeting include the mRNA vaccine, and a liquid biopsy.

microbubbles
Research
April 19, 2024 • 2 Min

Using Ultrasound to Enhance the Effectiveness of Chemotherapy

A clinical trial combines ultrasound with a microbubble contrast agent to make chemotherapy more effective.