Research and clinical trials for melanoma skin 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.
There are currently clinical trials for melanoma skin cancer taking place in the UK. Each trial has certain entry conditions for who can take part. You should speak to your doctor if you are interested in a trial and they can say if it is suitable for you. You should fully understand how the trial works before you take part.
Research into melanoma skin cancer
Researchers are looking at the causes of melanoma skin cancer and new ways of treating it.
Find a clinical trial
Find information about UK clinical trials for melanoma skin cancer and result summaries for trials that have finished.
What clinical trials are
Trials aim to find out if a new test, procedure or treatment is safe and better than those currently available.
Before you take part
Find out what you should know, and what questions you should ask before agreeing to take part in a clinical trial.
How to join a clinical trial
Talk to your doctor if there is a trial you are interested in. They can say if it is right for you.
Our Research
Find out about the research Cancer Research UK is doing in, and how it's saved or improved the lives of cancer patients.
