Clinical trials · Texas
Advanced Cancer clinical trials in Texas
We’re tracking 406 recruiting advanced cancer studies with a site in Texas — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Texas
- NCT07544654RecruitingPhase 3
Study comparing obrixtamig plus chemotherapy for advanced neuroendocrine cancer
This trial tests a new drug called obrixtamig combined with standard chemotherapy for advanced neuroendocrine cancer (a rare type of cancer). You'd receive one cycle of standard chemotherapy first, then be randomly assigned to either continue with the new drug plus chemotherapy or standard chemotherapy alone.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07383506RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a targeted pill for PIK3CA-mutated advanced cancers
This trial tests a new pill (CGT6297) that targets cancer cells with a specific PIK3CA gene change. It may be an option for people with certain advanced solid tumors, including endometrial or breast cancer, after standard treatments have stopped working.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04981509RecruitingPhase 2
Check if 3 medicines help advanced kidney cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests whether combining bevacizumab, erlotinib, and atezolizumab can shrink or control advanced kidney cancer. It’s aimed at people with certain kidney-cancer subtypes (including HLRCC-related cases or papillary kidney cancer) and who have not had many prior targeted or immune treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 12 years+ - NCT04205968RecruitingPhase 2
Testing ramucirumab with chemo for advanced small bowel cancer
This trial studies whether adding ramucirumab to chemotherapy (either paclitaxel or FOLFIRI) works better for advanced small bowel adenocarcinoma that has already been treated with certain prior medicines. It may help shrink tumors or slow cancer growth in people whose cancer has progressed.
Bryan, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04575935RecruitingPhase 3
Minimally invasive surgery after chemotherapy for advanced ovarian cancer
This trial studies whether doing surgery using smaller incisions after chemotherapy works as well as a more traditional approach for certain people with stage IIIC–IV ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer. It may help reduce surgical trauma while aiming for effective tumor removal.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06096844RecruitingPhase 3
Chemo plus immunotherapy vs immunotherapy alone for older adults with advanced lung cancer
This trial compares chemotherapy combined with immunotherapy to immunotherapy alone for adults 70 and older with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific protein level (PD-L1 1-49%). It aims to find which treatment works better for this group.
Dallas, TexasAges 70 years+ - NCT06792552RecruitingPhase 1
Study of SIM0505 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called SIM0505 for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study looks at different cancer types, including ovarian cancer, kidney cancer, uterine cancer, and lung cancer, to see if SIM0505 can help shrink tumors or slow their growth.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07755436RecruitingPhase 1
Study of ARR-002 for advanced ovarian or endometrial cancer
This study tests an experimental drug called ARR-002 in people with advanced or metastatic ovarian, primary peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancer that has stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal is to see if it is safe and whether it shrinks tumors.
Irving, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05010109Recruiting
Testing heart safety and fitness during lung cancer chemoradiation
This study looks at how lung cancer treatment affects the heart and whether a “walking test” and blood tests can track heart fitness and injury. It may help by improving how cancer therapy is planned and monitored for heart safety.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05417594RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Targeted drug study for advanced cancers with genetic changes
This Phase 1/2 study tests AZD9574 alone or with other cancer treatments in people with advanced solid tumors. It focuses on cancers with specific DNA repair gene changes (like BRCA1/2) or other matching tumor features, and aims to see if the treatment can shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Houston, TexasAges 18–130 - NCT07042685RecruitingPhase 2
5-FU and Fruquintinib for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (5-FU and fruquintinib) in people with advanced colorectal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread. It is for those who have not had chemotherapy before.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07101432RecruitingPhase 1
Radiation plus engineered NK cells for advanced head and neck cancer
This early-phase trial tests a new type of immune cell therapy combined with radiation for advanced head and neck cancer. The cells are engineered to target the TROP2 marker on cancer cells and are given after a short course of radiation to help them work better.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04895709RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new cancer drug for advanced solid tumors
This early-phase trial tests how well a new drug (BMS-986340) works alone and combined with other treatments in people with advanced solid tumors that have progressed despite standard care. It also studies tumor samples to look for biomarkers that may predict who benefits.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06420206Recruiting
Goals of care discussion in the ER for advanced cancer
This study is for people with advanced lung or GI cancer who come to the emergency room at MD Anderson. It’s testing a conversation to help you and your doctor discuss your goals and wishes for care.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06682988RecruitingPhase 2
New treatment for advanced ovarian cancer
This trial tests a drug called mirvetuximab soravtansine for people with platinum-resistant ovarian, peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancer that has high levels of a protein called folate receptor-alpha (FRα). It is given through a vein (IV) and aims to stop cancer from growing.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07145255RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of MBRC-201 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug, MBRC-201, for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to find the best dose and see if it helps shrink tumors or slow their growth.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06926920RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new dose schedule of sacituzumab govitecan for advanced TNBC
This trial tests a different dose and schedule of the drug sacituzumab govitecan for people with advanced triple-negative breast cancer. It aims to see if this new approach is safer and more effective.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07062965RecruitingPhase 3
PF-07248144 with fulvestrant for HR+ HER2- advanced breast cancer
This trial tests a new study medicine (PF-07248144) combined with fulvestrant in people with a certain type of advanced breast cancer (HR-positive, HER2-negative) that has worsened after previous treatments. It may be an option if you've already tried a CDK4/6 inhibitor and endocrine therapy.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06545942RecruitingPhase 1
Studying MOMA-313 for advanced or metastatic solid tumors
This trial tests a new oral drug, MOMA-313, alone or with another drug (olaparib), in people whose cancer has a specific DNA repair problem (HR-deficient mutation). It aims to see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow their growth.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04142437Recruiting
Tracking how larotrectinib works for NTRK fusion cancers in routine care
This study follows people with cancers that have an NTRK gene fusion to learn how safe and effective larotrectinib is during everyday treatment. It may help confirm whether this medicine works well in real-world patients and side effects stay manageable.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT06673017RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new treatment for pancreatic cancer before surgery
This trial tests a new treatment, PTM-101, placed during a laparoscopy procedure for people with pancreatic cancer that can be removed with surgery. It aims to see if adding this treatment before standard chemotherapy helps improve outcomes.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07593092RecruitingPhase 1
Testing new cancer immunotherapy for advanced ovarian cancer
This study tests two new experimental drugs (XmAb541 and XmAb808) designed to fight advanced ovarian cancer by activating your immune system. You'll be closely monitored to see how safe the drugs are and how your body tolerates them.
Fort Worth, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07535112RecruitingPhase 1
Testing BAY 3771249 for Advanced Colorectal Cancer With KRAS Mutation
This early-stage study tests a new drug called BAY 3771249 in people with advanced colorectal cancer that has a specific genetic change (KRAS G12D mutation). Researchers want to learn if it's safe and whether it helps shrink tumors.
Irving, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05711615RecruitingPhase 1
Low-dose doxorubicin plus peposertib for advanced sarcoma
This Phase 1 trial tests a low dose of a common chemotherapy (liposomal doxorubicin) together with an anti-cancer drug called peposertib. It’s for people with advanced sarcoma that can’t be cured, aiming to find a safe dosing plan and see how well the treatment might work.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+
Advanced Cancer trials by city in Texas
Where these studies are running in Texas
Institutions with a site for the recruiting advanced cancer studies listed above.
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center · 11 studies
- NEXT Oncology · 4 studies
- Houston Methodist Hospital · 3 studies
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center · 3 studies
- Parkland Memorial Hospital · 2 studies
- START San Antonio · 2 studies
- Texas Oncology · 2 studies
- Baylor University Medical Center
What taking part in a advanced cancer 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.
Advanced Cancer trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there advanced cancer clinical trials in Texas?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 406 recruiting advanced cancer studies with a site in Texas, 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 advanced cancer study in Texas?
- 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 Texas to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Texas, 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 advanced cancer 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.
Not the right time?
New advanced cancer studies open in Texas regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.