Clinical trials · Chicago, IL
Acute Leukemia clinical trials in Chicago
We’re tracking 66 recruiting acute leukemia studies with a site in or near Chicago — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Chicago
- NCT06124157RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted therapy plus chemo for children with Ph+ or Ph-like B-ALL
This trial tests if adding a targeted drug (dasatinib or imatinib) to a chemotherapy combination with blinatumomab works better for children and young adults with a specific genetic form of B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The goal is to see if this approach can improve treatment outcomes for patients with Philadelphia chromosome-positive or ABL-class Ph-like B-ALL.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 1 year–46 years - NCT03739814RecruitingPhase 2
Test inotuzumab, blinatumomab, and possibly ponatinib for CD22 ALL
This Phase 2 study tests a combination of medicines (inotuzumab ozogamicin and blinatumomab), with or without ponatinib, for people with CD22-positive B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). It aims to improve remission and control leukemia cells, including in the bone marrow.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07756034Recruiting
Cancer data registry for patients in the U.S.
This study collects information from people with cancer to help researchers learn more about the disease. You may join a general cancer registry or, if your child has a specific type of leukemia, a special part of the study.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Any age - NCT06446661Recruiting
Text message reminders for ALL oral chemo
This study tests whether text message reminders can help patients stick to their daily oral chemotherapy schedule during the maintenance phase of ALL treatment. Participants receive friendly text reminders and can ask questions, aiming to make managing treatment easier.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 15 years+ - NCT04726241RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing blood and bone marrow samples in young leukemia patients
This trial looks at blood and bone marrow samples from children and teens whose leukemia has come back or is hard to treat. The goal is to better understand the disease and guide future options for these patients.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Up to 22 years - NCT07109219RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of AZD4512 for adults and teens with relapsed B-ALL
This trial tests a new drug called AZD4512, alone or with other cancer drugs, for people whose B-ALL has come back or did not respond to treatment. It may be an option if you have tried at least 2 prior therapies or have no standard options left.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 12 years+ - NCT06918431RecruitingPhase 2
Erwinia asparaginase with chemo for new ALL or LBL
This trial tests adding an asparaginase drug to standard chemotherapy for adults with newly diagnosed acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) or lymphoblastic lymphoma (LBL). The goal is to see if this combination improves outcomes.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–54 - NCT03932903Recruiting
Phone coaching to help teens stay on leukemia medicine
This trial tests a mobile (phone) health program to help adolescents and young adults with leukemia take their oral chemotherapy medicine consistently. It may help if staying on daily pills is hard during the maintenance phase of treatment.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 14 years+ - NCT05735184RecruitingPhase 1
Ziftomenib with AML medicines for NPM1- or KMT2A-mutated leukemia
This Phase 1 trial tests how safe and tolerable ziftomenib is when combined with standard AML medicines (like venetoclax and azacitidine, and other chemo options) in people with AML. It’s for AML patients who have specific genetic changes (NPM1 mutation or KMT2A rearrangement) and helps doctors find the best, safest dose plan.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06317662RecruitingPhase 2
Adding venetoclax and blinatumomab to chemo for infant leukemia
This trial tests adding two newer medicines (venetoclax and blinatumomab) to standard chemotherapy for infants with a specific type of leukemia. The goal is to see if this combination helps more babies stay cancer-free.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Up to 12 months - NCT06785324Recruiting
Nutrition and exercise for adults with ALL in the hospital
This trial tests whether adding a structured diet and exercise program during your hospital stay for newly diagnosed ALL can help your recovery. You must have a specific type of ALL and be receiving a certain chemotherapy regimen.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–50 - NCT02646839Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Testing a gene-matched transplant approach for childhood leukemia
This trial studies a specific type of partially matched (haploidentical) stem cell transplant in children with ALL, AML, or MDS. It looks at whether using certain immune system gene patterns (KIR) and measuring leftover disease after treatment can improve outcomes and cost-effectiveness.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Up to 21 years - NCT06207123RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
New drug combo for T-cell leukemia or lymphoma
This trial tests a new combination of drugs (LP-118, ponatinib, vincristine, and dexamethasone) for people with T-cell leukemia or lymphoma that has returned or not responded to prior treatments. The goal is to see if this combination can help control the disease.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07405424Recruiting
Spiritual care support for adults with new acute leukemia
This study tests whether adding spiritual care to standard treatment helps adults newly diagnosed with acute leukemia feel better emotionally and spiritually. You may join if you are starting your first hospital treatment for AML or ALL.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06317649RecruitingPhase 2
Venetoclax with hypomethylating agents for older or unfit adults with FLT3-mutated AML
This trial tests a combination of medicines (venetoclax and a hypomethylating agent) for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who have a FLT3 mutation. It may be an option for older adults or those who cannot tolerate intensive chemotherapy.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT01351545Recruiting
Cryopreserved cord blood access program for transplant patients
This trial studies an organized way to obtain and distribute unlicensed (not FDA-approved for general use) stored cord blood units that have been frozen and kept. It may help people who need a cord blood transplant but don’t fit the “licensed cord blood only” options.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Any age - NCT05183035RecruitingPhase 3
Testing venetoclax for children with relapsed AML
This study tests a drug called venetoclax in children and young adults whose acute myeloid leukemia (AML) has returned after treatment. The drug may help block cancer cell growth. The study also looks at safety and how well the drug works when given alone or with other treatments.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 4 weeks–21 years - NCT04065399RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing revumenib for relapsed acute leukemia with certain gene changes
This trial tests revumenib, a targeted medicine, to treat acute leukemia that has come back or hasn’t fully gone away. It may help people whose leukemia has specific gene changes (like KMT2A or NPM1) by trying to better control the cancer.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 4 weeks+ - NCT04093570Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Extension study for people continuing ASTX727 from a prior trial
This study checks whether continuing ASTX727 for people who already benefited from it in an earlier Taiho study is safe and effective. It may be an option if you stayed on ASTX727 at the end of your parent study and your doctor felt it was helping you.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT04150497RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new cell therapy for CD22-positive leukemia
This trial tests UCART22, a new cell-based treatment, for people with relapsed or refractory B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) that has the CD22 marker. It may help by attacking leukemia cells that carry CD22.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 15–50 - NCT05554393RecruitingPhase 2
Treating intermediate-risk AML in younger adults
This trial compares three different drug combinations for younger adults (18-59) with intermediate-risk AML. You will be assigned to one of three groups: standard chemotherapy (cytarabine + daunorubicin), that same chemotherapy plus venetoclax, or venetoclax combined with azacitidine.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–59 - NCT05292664RecruitingPhase 1
Venetoclax trial for high-risk blood cancers in young patients
This Phase 1 study tests venetoclax to treat certain high-risk blood cancers in children, teens, or young adults. It is designed to see if the drug can work safely for patients whose disease has returned or did not respond to prior treatment.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 1–40 - NCT04988555RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of an investigational drug for high-risk acute leukemia
This Phase 1/2 study tests enzomenib (DSP-5336) in people with relapsed or hard-to-treat acute leukemia (and, in some places, certain other blood cancers). The goal is to see how the drug works and how safe it is, especially for leukemia cases with specific genetic changes (KMT2A/MLL or NPM1).
Chicago, IllinoisAges 12 years+ - NCT05334069Recruiting
Blood test study for early cancer detection in patients
This study collects blood from people with cancer and people without cancer (or with possible cancer) to test whether new blood tests can detect cancer earlier. Your blood samples help researchers evaluate how well these tests work.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 40–75
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Acute Leukemia trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Chicago
Institutions with a site for the recruiting acute leukemia studies listed above.
- Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago · 7 studies
- University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center · 7 studies
- Loyola University Medical Center · 6 studies
- Northwestern University · 5 studies
- University of Illinois · 5 studies
- Advocate Children's Hospital - Park Ridge · 3 studies
- Advocate Children's Hospital Oak Lawn · 3 studies
- NorthShore University HealthSystem-Evanston Hospital · 3 studies
What taking part in a acute leukemia study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting acute leukemia studies in Illinois.
Common questions
- Are there acute leukemia clinical trials near Chicago?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 66 recruiting acute leukemia studies with a site near Chicago, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a acute leukemia study near Chicago?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Chicago to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Chicago, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a acute leukemia trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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