Oncology Clinical Trials in Baltimore, MD

As of September 2026, 256 paid clinical trials are recruiting for Oncology in Baltimore, Maryland. Compensation typically covers time, travel, and study visits, and many studies also include study-related medical care at no cost.

Recruiting trial data synced daily from ClinicalTrials.gov. Last sync: .

Filter results
Filter results
Recruitment status
Phase
Sex
Age

Newly added in Baltimore

Posted to ClinicalTrials.gov within the last 60 days — these studies are just starting to recruit.

257 clinical trials for Oncology

·Clear filters·
Email me when a new oncology trial opens in Baltimore, MD.

Top Research Study Locations in Baltimore

Researchers run research studies in Baltimore, MD at 25 active sites. The clinics below currently host the largest number of recruiting studies — each name is followed by the conditions they focus on most.

SiteSpecializes inActive trials
Johns Hopkins UniversityCystic Fibrosis, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma (PDAC), Prostate Cancer190
Johns Hopkins HospitalBarrett Esophagus, Bladder Cancer, Urothelial Cancer125
Johns Hopkins University/Sidney Kimmel Cancer CenterAcute Myeloid Leukemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia Post Cytotoxic Therapy, B Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia63
University of MarylandAcute Kidney Injury, Carcinoma, Non-Small-Cell Lung, Non Small Cell Lung Cancer57
Sinai Hospital of BaltimoreAcute Myeloid Leukemia, Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8, B Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia48
University of Maryland Medical CenterSubarachnoid Hemorrhage, Acute Kidney Injury, Cardiomyopathies46
University of Maryland/Greenebaum Cancer CenterAnatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Anatomic Stage IIIA Breast Cancer AJCC v842
Johns Hopkins University School of MedicineAlcohol Use Disorder, Amputation, Traumatic, Chronic Low-back Pain40
Johns HopkinsPrimary Immune Deficiency Disorder, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pancreatic Cancer37
Kennedy Krieger InstituteAdrenomyeloneuropathy, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy30
Johns Hopkins School of MedicineAlzheimer Disease, Bilateral Vestibular Hypofunction, Bilateral Vestibulopathy29
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical CenterCarcinoma, Non-Small-Cell Lung, Healthy, Stroke25
University of Maryland, BaltimoreFatigue, Stroke, ADPKD (Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease)23
Johns Hopkins MedicineFunctional Recovery, Achondroplasia, Acute Kidney Injury21
The Johns Hopkins HospitalALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), Achilles Tendon Repairs/Reconstructions, Ankle Fracture (Bimalleolar Equivalent, Bimalleolar, or Trimalleolar)21
Baltimore VA Medical Center VA Maryland Health Care System, Baltimore, MDCognitive Impairment, Falls, Obesity20
Greater Baltimore Medical CenterAnatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Amblyopia, Anatomic Stage IIIA Breast Cancer AJCC v820
Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns HopkinsBreast Cancer, Kaposi Sarcoma, Lymphoma19
John Hopkins UniversityAmyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Advanced Solid Tumors, Allogenic Transplant Patients19
University of Maryland School of MedicineAcute-On-Chronic Liver Failure, Brain Injury, Caregiver Distress17
Johns Hopkins Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer CenterProstate Cancer, Kidney Cancer, Metastatic Castration-resistant Prostate Cancer16
Mercy Medical CenterBreast Cancer, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia16
National Institute on Drug AbuseNormal Physiology, Alcohol Use Disorder, Substance Use Disorder14
Maryland Proton Treatment CenterBreast Cancer, Biliary Tract Cancer, Brain Tumor13
National Institute of Aging, Clinical Research UnitHealthy Volunteers, Aging, Alzheimer's Disease13

Active & Upcoming Studies in Baltimore (2026)

Recruiting trials in Baltimore grouped by therapeutic area, drawn from ClinicalTrials.gov. Each bucket shows the most recent example studies.

Cancer & tumors (418 active studies)

Neurology & pain (117 active studies)

Cardiovascular (72 active studies)

Diabetes & metabolic (56 active studies)

HIV / STI (43 active studies)

Mental health & behavior (42 active studies)

Eye & vision (24 active studies)

Pediatric (20 active studies)

Vaccines (17 active studies)

Common conditions studied in Baltimore

Leading research sponsors in Baltimore

  • Johns Hopkins University
  • University of Maryland, Baltimore
  • Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins
  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
  • AstraZeneca

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Baltimore?

There are approximately 1,549 recruiting clinical trials in Baltimore, Maryland listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Baltimore pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Baltimore compensate participants for their time, travel, and study visits. Compensation varies by sponsor, study phase, and visit requirements — the exact amount is disclosed by the study team during the informed consent process.

Who can participate in a clinical trial in Baltimore?

Eligibility depends on the specific study. Each trial defines its own inclusion criteria (age, diagnosis, medical history, prior treatments) and exclusion criteria. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify, depending on the study design.

What conditions are most commonly studied in Baltimore?

The most common conditions under active study in Baltimore include Breast Cancer (23), Prostate Cancer (20), Stroke (17), Heart Failure (15), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Baltimore?

Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in Baltimore on an ongoing basis. Use the "Healthy volunteers only" filter above to view trials that accept participants without the study's target condition.

How do I enroll in a clinical trial in Baltimore?

Click any study title above to see the full study record, including eligibility criteria, visit schedule, and the study team's contact information. Reach out to the central contact or recruiting site directly — they will guide you through screening and informed consent.

Where can I take part in paid clinical trials in Baltimore?

Recruiting research sites in Baltimore include Johns Hopkins University, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Johns Hopkins University/Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center, among others. Each site lists its open studies and contact information on the study record above — call or email the site coordinator to ask about screening for a specific protocol.

What kinds of studies are recruiting in Baltimore right now?

The largest active categories in Baltimore are Cancer & tumors (418), Neurology & pain (117), Cardiovascular (72). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

Browse more clinical trials

Other cities in Maryland

Bethesda, MD(892)Rockville, MD(92)Columbia, MD(78)Silver Spring, MD(58)Glen Burnie, MD(52)Towson, MD(49)Gaithersburg, MD(38)Annapolis, MD(36)Hagerstown, MD(35)Chevy Chase, MD(33)Frederick, MD(31)Bel Air, MD(24)Bowie, MD(23)Elkton, MD(22)Largo, MD(22)Lutherville, MD(22)College Park, MD(20)Salisbury, MD(20)Olney, MD(19)Oxon Hill, MD(19)Cumberland, MD(17)Westminster, MD(17)Clinton, MD(15)Lanham, MD(15)Beltsville, MD(12)Easton, MD(12)Hyattsville, MD(12)Ft. Washington, MD(8)Pikesville, MD(8)Brandywine, MD(7)Hunt Valley, MD(7)Potomac, MD(7)Aberdeen, MD(6)Germantown, MD(6)Glenn Dale, MD(6)Hanover, MD(6)Wheaton, MD(6)Greenbelt, MD(5)Lutherville-Timonium, MD(5)Randallstown, MD(5)White Marsh, MD(5)Brooklyn, MD(4)Catonsville, MD(4)Ellicott City, MD(4)Laurel, MD(4)Marriottsville, MD(4)Nottingham, MD(4)Kensington, MD(3)Leonardtown, MD(3)Ocean Pines, MD(3)Owings Mills, MD(3)Pasadena, MD(3)Calverton, MD(2)Elkridge, MD(2)Fort Deterick, MD(2)Havre de Grace, MD(2)La Plata, MD(2)Rosedale, MD(2)Takoma Park, MD(2)Timonium, MD(2)

Related healthcare resources in Maryland

Latest Baltimore, MD clinical trials research report

Trials by condition in Baltimore

Breast Cancer· 23Prostate Cancer· 20Stroke· 17Heart Failure· 15Pancreatic Cancer· 14Bladder Cancer· 13Obesity· 13

Conditions in Oncology (Baltimore, MD)

Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)· 38Solid tumor· 31Breast cancer· 30Prostate cancer· 24Pancreatic cancer· 20Colorectal cancer· 16Cancer (any)· 16Bladder cancer· 15Acute myeloid leukemia (AML)· 15Hematologic malignancy· 11Head and neck cancer· 11Metastatic prostate cancer· 10Metastatic breast cancer· 9Ovarian cancer· 9Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS)· 9Multiple myeloma· 8Non-Hodgkin lymphoma· 8Endometrial cancer· 7Lung cancer· 6Glioblastoma· 6Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)· 6Leukemia (other)· 6Melanoma· 6Triple-negative breast cancer· 5Cervical cancer· 5Brain cancer· 5Small lymphocytic lymphoma· 5Esophageal cancer· 4Biliary tract cancer· 4Kidney cancer· 4Myelofibrosis· 4Follicular lymphoma· 4Mantle cell lymphoma· 4Sarcoma· 4Small cell lung cancer· 3Gastric cancer· 3Gastroesophageal junction cancer· 3Liver cancer· 3Gastrointestinal cancer· 3Glioma· 3Hodgkin lymphoma· 3Marginal zone lymphoma· 3Osteosarcoma· 3HER2-negative breast cancer· 2Colon cancer· 2Fallopian tube cancer· 2Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia· 2Acute lymphoblastic leukemia· 2Myeloproliferative neoplasm· 2Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL)· 2Ewing sarcoma· 2Rhabdomyosarcoma· 2Neuroblastoma· 2Metastatic colorectal cancer· 1Rectal cancer· 1Uterine cancer· 1Brain metastases· 1Skin cancer· 1Thyroid cancer· 1Soft tissue sarcoma· 1Mesothelioma· 1Neuroendocrine tumors· 1