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Glioblastoma (GBM) clinical trials and research
Research outlook What's coming for Glioblastoma: the next 6 months to 5 yearsAs of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 32 Glioblastoma (GBM) clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 16 countries (most in United States (12), China (7), Switzerland (3)). 1 was first registered in the last 30 days. By phase: Phase 2 (6), Early Phase 1 (4), Phase 1/2 (4), Phase 1 (2). The most active sponsors are Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University, School of Medicine (2), Peking University Third Hospital (2), St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix (2). There are also 2 NIH-funded research projects on Glioblastoma (GBM), with $2.0 million in listed awards. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 32Clinical trials
- 2NIH research projects
- 1New in 30 days
- 16Countries
Newest Glioblastoma (GBM) clinical trials
All recruiting trials (32)
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Brain connectome project in adults with brain glioma undergoing surgery
This registry collects MRI data and clinical information from adults with glioma to see how brain networks relate to surgery and recovery.
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Targeted radioligand therapy for recurrent glioblastoma with Lu-177 XT771
This early-phase study tests whether a radiolabeled medicine (Lu-177 XT771) delivered directly into the tumor cavity is safe and tolerable for adults with recurrent glioblastoma.
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Personalized Targeted Glioblastoma Therapies Guided by Ex Vivo Drug Screening
This trial tests whether using a patient’s own tumor cells to screen drugs can guide a personalized treatment plan for people with newly diagnosed glioblastoma undergoing short-course radiotherapy.
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LITT for ultra-early GBM recurrence within 1 week of pre-radiation planning
This study tests whether a minimally invasive laser treatment can destroy an early GBM recurrence without delaying planned radiotherapy and chemotherapy.
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Combined intracranial and intravenous NK cell therapy for malignant brain tumors
This trial will test whether giving adults with recurrent malignant brain tumors their own expanded and activated natural killer (NK) cells into the tumor site and into the bloodstream is safe and feasible.
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Preventive intrathecal thiotepa with standard chemoradiation for high‑risk glioblastoma
This trial tests whether adding six weekly intrathecal injections of thiotepa to standard chemoradiation can lower leptomeningeal spread and improve outcomes for adults with newly diagnosed GBM that contacts the subventricular zone or had ventricular entry during surgery.
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Local targeted alpha therapy using 225Ac‑DOTA‑SP for newly diagnosed WHO grade 3–4 glioma
This trial tests a local peptide‑guided alpha‑particle treatment (225Ac‑DOTA‑SP) in adults 18–80 with newly diagnosed WHO grade 3–4 glioma after initial surgery and radiochemotherapy to see if it safely targets residual tumor and improves local control.
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BGB-58067 in MTAP-deleted glioblastoma (newly diagnosed)
This study tests BGB-58067 in adults with newly diagnosed GBM that show MTAP deletion to see how the drug behaves in the body, how it affects tumor biology, and whether it is safe.
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MR‑Linac guided adaptive 'dose‑painting' radiation with reduced margins for Grade 4 glioma
This trial will test whether daily MRI‑guided adaptive 'dose‑painting' radiation with smaller treatment margins helps people with glioblastoma (Grade 4 astrocytoma) get better local tumor control and fewer side effects than standard radiation.
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Mental health and suicidal thoughts in adults with glioblastoma in Germany
This project uses questionnaires and medical records to see if depression, anxiety, or other factors are linked to suicidal thoughts or behavior in adults with IDH wild-type glioblastoma.
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Music therapy for patients with newly diagnosed GBM after chemoradiation
This study tests whether adding music therapy helps improve quality of life for adults with newly diagnosed glioblastoma who are receiving standard treatment.
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GLOW400-assisted neurosurgery for high-grade gliomas
This PMCF study tests whether the GLOW400 digital fluorescence accessory used with the ARveo8x microscope helps surgeons see tumor tissue during elective surgery for suspected high-grade gliomas.
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AAV dual-payload gene therapy injected directly into high-grade glioma to kill tumor cells and stimulate immune attack.
This will try TGX-007, a virus-delivered gene therapy given into the tumor together with oral valaciclovir, in adults 18–70 with newly diagnosed or recurrent glioblastoma to see if it safely kills tumor cells and boosts immune response.
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Low‑intensity focused ultrasound with EGFR‑targeted T‑cell therapy for newly diagnosed unmethylated glioblastoma
This trial is testing whether opening the blood–brain barrier with low‑intensity focused ultrasound can help autologous EGFR‑bispecific antibody‑armed T cells reach and treat newly diagnosed MGMT‑unmethylated, IDH‑wildtype glioblastoma.
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Silevertinib plus temozolomide for newly diagnosed GBM with unmethylated MGMT and EGFRvIII
This trial tests whether adding silevertinib to standard temozolomide helps people with newly diagnosed glioblastoma that have EGFRvIII and an unmethylated MGMT promoter live longer without the cancer getting worse.
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B7-H3 targeted antibody-drug conjugate (risvutatug rezetecan) for recurrent Grade 4 glioma and brain metastases
This study will try risvutatug rezetecan, a B7-H3 antibody-drug conjugate, in adults with recurrent Grade 4 glioma or brain metastases who are undergoing surgical resection.
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Stupp treatment plus intrathecal thiotepa for glioblastoma with ventricular or meningeal spread
This trial will test whether adding intrathecal thiotepa to the Stupp regimen and radiotherapy helps adults with glioblastoma that has spread into the brain ventricles or meninges.
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MT-125 with radiotherapy for newly diagnosed glioblastoma
This trial tests whether adding the experimental drug MT-125 to standard radiotherapy helps people with newly diagnosed IDH wild-type, MGMT-unmethylated glioblastoma.
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Injected oncolytic virus for recurrent glioblastoma
This trial tries an injected oncolytic virus to see if it can shrink or control recurrent glioblastoma in adults.
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Allogeneic γδ T cell therapy for glioblastoma
This first-in-human trial will try locally delivered, genetically edited allogeneic γδ T cells (ABOUT γδT) to see if they are safe for adults with recurrent or progressive glioblastoma.
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Stem cell–based gene and cell therapy for people with newly diagnosed glioblastoma.
This trial will test whether an injected stem cell therapy carrying a suicide gene is safe for adults with newly diagnosed glioblastoma after surgery.
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TLX101-Tx plus standard care versus standard care alone for recurrent glioblastoma
This test checks whether adding TLX101-Tx, a tumor-targeted radiopharmaceutical given with lomustine, helps adults with first-recurrence glioblastoma control their tumor or live longer compared with lomustine alone.
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FearLess for adults with malignant brain tumors and their caregivers
This project will test whether the FearLess psychological program can reduce fear of cancer recurrence in adults with primary malignant brain tumors and their nonprofessional caregivers.
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Timing of Temozolomide for Glioblastoma Treatment
This study is testing whether taking the cancer drug temozolomide in the morning or evening helps people with glioblastoma feel better and have fewer side effects.
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Enhanced local intensified radiation for older adults with glioblastoma
This trial tests whether a higher-dose, short-course (hypofractionated) radiation schedule helps people aged 65 and older with newly diagnosed glioblastoma do better than the standard short-course radiation.
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Dendritic cell immunotherapy for glioblastoma treatment
This study is testing if a new dendritic cell immunotherapy, given alongside standard treatments, can help adults newly diagnosed with glioblastoma live longer and feel better.
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Treatment of recurrent glioblastoma with NRG-103 injection
This study is testing if a new gene therapy called NRG-103 can help adults with recurrent glioblastoma live longer and feel better after receiving two injections.
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AI blood test using platelet and immune-cell RNA for early cancer detection and monitoring
This AI-based blood test profiles platelet and immune-cell RNA to see if it can find common cancers early and track treatment response in adults aged 40 and older.
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G-CSF after chemo-radiation for MGMT-methylated glioblastoma
This test checks whether giving G-CSF after standard chemo-radiation helps protect brain structure and thinking in adults with newly diagnosed MGMT-methylated glioblastoma.
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Intraoperative neuronal recordings during brain tumor surgery
This study tries out a Neuropixel probe to record brain activity during awake tumor removal in adults with glioma or brain metastases to explore how neurons interact with tumors.
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Combining Lutathera® and Olaparib for treating recurrent solid tumors in children and adolescents
This study is testing if combining Lutathera® with olaparib can help children and teenagers with hard-to-treat solid tumors that have certain receptors.
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Using advanced MRI to tell apart tumor recurrence from false alarms in brain cancer patients
This study is testing if a new type of MRI can help doctors tell the difference between real tumor growth and false alarms in patients with glioblastoma or brain metastases.
NIH-funded research (2)
Early-stage science funded by the US National Institutes of Health. Most of these projects don't enroll patients, but they show what is being worked on.
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Targeted Nanoparticles for Glioblastoma Brain Tumors
This project is developing tiny, targeted particles to deliver medicine directly to brain tumor cells, aiming to help people with glioblastoma.
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Targeting brain tumors with nanoparticles for treatment
This study is testing a new kind of tiny particle that can deliver cancer-fighting drugs right to brain tumors, hoping to shrink the tumors and help people with glioblastoma live longer and healthier lives.
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Quick answers
How many Glioblastoma (GBM) clinical trials are recruiting right now?
32, as of November 12, 2026. 1 of them was first registered in the last 30 days. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 16 countries. The most sites are in United States (12 trials), China (7 trials), Switzerland (3 trials), Canada (2 trials), United Kingdom (2 trials). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 2: 6, Early Phase 1: 4, Phase 1/2: 4, Phase 1: 2. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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