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NSCLC Stage IV clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 20 NSCLC Stage IV clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 12 countries (most in China (7), United States (5), Germany (1)). By phase: Phase 2 (9), Phase 1/2 (3), Phase 3 (2). The most active sponsors are Fudan University (2), University of Kansas Medical Center (2). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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Newest NSCLC Stage IV clinical trials
All recruiting trials (20)
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Sacituzumab tirumotecan plus furmonertinib for advanced EGFR‑mutant non‑squamous lung cancer after EGFR‑TKI and platinum chemotherapy
This Phase II trial will test whether combining sacituzumab tirumotecan with furmonertinib helps people with advanced EGFR‑mutant non‑squamous NSCLC who progressed after EGFR‑TKI and platinum chemotherapy.
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Real-world first-line atezolizumab for stage IV NSCLC with PD-L1 ≥50% in Türkiye
This project will see how well first-line atezolizumab works and how safe it is for adults with stage IV non-small cell lung cancer whose tumors have PD-L1 ≥50% and no targetable mutations in routine care in Türkiye.
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Predicting responses in metastatic lung cancer using AI
This study is testing an AI tool to see if it can help doctors predict how well patients with advanced lung cancer will respond to immunotherapy and chemo-immunotherapy treatments.
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Combination treatment for advanced lung cancer
This study is testing a new combination treatment for advanced lung cancer to see if it works better than the standard single drug treatment.
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Testing Repotrectinib in Elderly and Frail Patients with Advanced NSCLC
This study is testing a new cancer drug called repotrectinib to see if it helps older and frail patients with advanced lung cancer feel better and tolerate the treatment well.
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Using Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy for treating metastatic lung cancer with limited progression
This study is testing if adding a special type of radiation therapy to standard treatment can help people with advanced lung cancer live longer and feel better after their first round of chemotherapy.
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Combining hormone therapy and immunotherapy for advanced lung cancer
This study is testing if combining hormone therapy with a type of immunotherapy can help older men with advanced lung cancer respond better to treatment.
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Combining cranial radiotherapy with chemoimmunotherapy for lung cancer patients with brain metastasis
This study is testing if combining brain radiation with a new type of immunotherapy and chemotherapy can help people with advanced lung cancer and brain metastases live longer and better.
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Outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation for lung cancer patients on immunotherapy
This study is testing whether adding a 6-week outpatient rehab program to standard treatment can help improve the quality of life and exercise ability of lung cancer patients on immunotherapy.
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Combining sacituzumab govitecan and bevacizumab for treating brain metastases in lung cancer
This study is testing if a combination of two drugs, sacituzumab govitecan and bevacizumab, can help shrink brain tumors in patients with lung cancer who haven't responded to other treatments.
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Peptide vaccine to prevent resistance in advanced lung cancer
This study is testing a new vaccine to see if it can help people with advanced lung cancer who are on specific treatments avoid or delay their cancer from becoming resistant.
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Analysis of rare mutations in non-small cell lung cancer patients
This study looks at rare genetic changes in people with non-small cell lung cancer to see if understanding these changes can lead to better treatment options.
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Targeted radiation therapy for advanced lung cancer
This study is testing if adding a special type of radiation therapy to regular drug treatment can help people with advanced lung cancer that has spread to the liver feel better and live longer.
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M701 treatment for malignant pleural effusions from advanced non-small cell lung cancer
This trial tries M701 injected into the pleural space to see if it reduces fluid build-up and helps adults with stage IV NSCLC who have needed first-line treatment.
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Combining anti-PD-1/PD-L1 treatment with UV1 vaccination for advanced lung cancer
This study is testing if adding a new vaccine to standard lung cancer treatment can help people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer live longer without their disease getting worse.
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Using patient-derived tumoroids to predict response to immunotherapy in lung cancer
This study is testing if lab-grown mini tumors from lung cancer patients can help doctors figure out who will benefit from a new type of immune therapy.
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Adding chemotherapy for patients with specific lung cancer mutations not responding to initial treatment
This study is testing if adding chemotherapy to osimertinib can help patients with specific lung cancer mutations who aren't improving after starting osimertinib treatment.
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Primary tumor removal after EGFR inhibitor in stage IV NSCLC
This trial tests whether removing the main lung tumor after starting afatinib can help people with stage IV NSCLC that have an EGFR mutation.
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Combining Atezolizumab and Pirfenidone for Advanced Lung Cancer
This study is testing if adding pirfenidone to atezolizumab can help people with advanced lung cancer who have already been treated feel better and fight their cancer more effectively.
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Pemetrexed and carboplatin, with or without anlotinib, for advanced non-squamous NSCLC after osimertinib
This trial tests whether adding anlotinib to pemetrexed plus carboplatin helps people with advanced non-squamous NSCLC whose cancer progressed on osimertinib.
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Quick answers
How many NSCLC Stage IV clinical trials are recruiting right now?
20, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 12 countries. The most sites are in China (7 trials), United States (5 trials), Germany (1 trial), Canada (1 trial), United Kingdom (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 2: 9, Phase 1/2: 3, Phase 3: 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.
Find the studies that fit you
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