Pediatric Trial Now Open
The pediatric clinical trial for recurrent ependymoma, sponsored by the CERN Foundation, is now open for patient enrollment at select pediatric CERN Centers. Visit the Current Clinical Trials page to read more details about the trial and learn how to enroll.
Adult Trial Now Open
The adult clinical trial for ependymoma, sponsored by the CERN Foundation, is now open for patient enrollment. This is a monumental step for ependymoma patients and we are anxious to enroll participants. Visit the Adult Clinical Trial page to read more details about the trial and learn how to enroll.
Current Clinical Trials
The CERN Foundation has plans to launch two separate clinical trials in 2009, one for adult patients and one for pediatric patients.
Clinical trials are an integral part of the CERN Foundation’s many projects and collaboration. Our hope in these trials, and in all of our work, is to collect critical data that will advance a cure.
Basics About Clinical Trials for Cancer
To make the best treatment decisions, patients need to understand all of their treatment options – including the potential availability of clinical trials to treat their disease.
Learn about the basics of participating in a clinical trial.
Clinical trials evaluate the safety and effectiveness of investigational cancer therapies, including new drugs; new combinations of existing drugs; new approaches to surgery or radiation therapy; and new methods of treatment, such as targeted molecular therapies or gene therapy.
What to Ask About a Clinical Trial for Cancer
Find out what questions you should ask when you consider participating in a clinical trial.
Clinical Trial FAQs
Get details about clinical trials, their benefits and learn what you can expect when participating in one.
What is a Clinical Trial for Cancer?
Get details about clinical trials, their benefits and learn what you can expect when participating in one.