Research and clinical trials for lung cancer

All cancer treatments have to be fully researched before they can be used for everyone. This is so we know that they work, they are better than the treatments already available and they are safe.

Current research is looking at ways to improve the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer. 

Research into causes of lung cancer

Researchers around the world are looking into the causes of lung cancer.

Research into lung cancer early diagnosis and screening

Researchers are looking at better ways to diagnose lung cancer. And to diagnose more lung cancers at an early stage.

Research into treatment for lung cancer

Researchers around the world are looking at making better and kinder treatments for lung cancer.

Research into living with lung cancer

Researchers are trying to find ways of improving the quality of life of people with lung cancer.

 

 

What clinical trials are

Trials aim to find out if a new test or treatment is safe and better than those currently available.

Before you take part

Find out about what researchers should tell you before you agree to take part in a trial.

Find a clinical trial

Our clinical trials database has information about UK clinical trials for lung cancer and summaries of trial results.

How to join a clinical trial

This page has information on what to do if you are interested in taking part in a trial.

Our Research

Find out how our researchers are discovering new ways to tackle lung cancer.
Last reviewed: 
06 Mar 2023
Next review due: 
06 Mar 2026